10 Dove - Uniquely Cebu

Hey fellow Cebuanos! Have you heard of 10 Dove? Most of you probably haven’t. That’s because this little American-inspired café cannot be found inside the malls or along the streets; it is nestled inside Sto. Nino Village in Banilad.

You’re not going to have a hard time looking for it though once you get inside the village, because as what its name is, it’s on Dove Street, house number 10. It’s a garage turned into a lovely café with an American-European, homey theme.

For an affordable price of PhP185.00, you can already enjoy a four-course meal that includes a choice of delectable soup, an appetizing salad, a sumptuous sandwich, and a slice of their yummy dessert. Drinks are billed separately with prices ranging from PhP40 – 50. I haven’t been there for almost a year now, and I miss the unique taste of their dishes, so last weekend I decided to spend my afternoon in their cozy café.

For the soup, I ordered French Onion, and oh my god!! It was the best tasting soup my mouth has ever encountered! Well, maybe after grandma’s :) You wouldn’t expect it tasting so good at first due to its pungent onion smell. But once you sink your teeth into its creamy cheese melt topping and soft croutons, you’d think you’re in heaven! ;-)

Next course, salad. I ordered Fandango– a blend of greens, cheese, oranges, walnuts, and (my favorite) raspberry dressing. By the time I finished it, my stomach was already halfway full.

For the main course, I had a Wild Turkey sandwich. It has always been my favorite. I love the blend of its yummy turkey ham and rich Yukon dressing.

And finally, the single piece that sums it all – a slice of their lip-smacking dessert. I had the Cappuccino flavor and my friend had the Mango.


Here's a pic of their facade :)

It was indeed a hearty feast and yet our stomachs didn’t even feel bloated at all! It was so far the most relaxing meal I ever had coupled with a perfectly relaxing afternoon :)