Must try when you are in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, Phil.
Buffet option — if you’re looking to sample a lot or eat a lot this may be suitable.
Tip: For budgets and hungry groups, buffet gives flexibility.
1 Oak Buffet Tagum | Tagum City
Fun concept (bucket shrimp & grills) — good for sharing.
Tip: Great for a casual group outing.
Preia's Bucket Shrimp & Grill | Tagum City
Combines steak and seafood: good if you have mixed tastes in a group. If you want a big meal, this is a solid pick.
Big Fat Tummy's Steak and Seafood Restaurant-Tagum Branch
Café style; if you prefer something more casual and chill.
Tip: Might be slightly less about full meal, more about ambiance + lighter fare.
cove café
A café-style restaurant offering nice desserts & mains in a comfortable setting. The place is nice and clean and serving size is large.
Yuyu Cafe and Dessert Shop
Fusion cuisine offers some variety; good if you’re not sure whether you want strictly Korean or Japanese.
Tip: Try dishes that mix both cuisines for a unique experience.
Simoon korean + japanese fusion
A well-rated spot; perhaps a bit more specialised.
Tip: Good for something a little more distinct – maybe check their menu ahead.
Tadakuma
Unlimited Korean BBQ (samgyeopsal) style — great if you’re hungry or want a BBQ experience.
Tip: Best if you go sooner for freshest meats; ask about time-limit.
Mogo mogo korean restaurant - mirafuentes tagum
Another Korean-BBQ option; good for meat lovers.
Tip: Go with friends, so you can share different cuts/varieties.
Mig's Unli Korean BBQ House (@migs.unlikbbq)
Korean cuisine in central location; good mid-tier pick.
Tip: If you want side dishes (banchan) and Korean vibe, this fits.
Samgyeop Sarap, Tagum City, Philippines - Reviews, Ratings, Tips ...
Korean restaurant/market combo—nice if you want to grab Korean snacks afterwards.
Tip: Explore their store section too (if you like Korean treats).
K-Store Tagum - Korean Mart
It’s built over ponds along the river, giving a lush, nature-inspired ambiance. Specialises in seafood (crabs, prawns) and Filipino flavour cooking with a twist.
Tips:
Because of the setting, consider going during daylight so you can enjoy the vie...
Punong Restaurant
A more local-feel place; possibly more “home-style” Filipino fare.
Nanay n' Mamet Resto Cafe Grill | Tagum City
If you want classic Filipino dishes in a comfortable setting, this could be it. They serve solid Filipino-food option, decent size, good for groups.
ARMAN'S TAGUM | Tagum City
Love the pinoy foods and it's a budget_friendly seafood grill perfect for casual meals and comfort food.
Penong's
Grill style — good if you like barbecue, grilled meats.
Tip: Great for a casual dinner with friends or family who like BBQ.
Pick and Grill Apokon
A chain with reliability; likely good for familiar dishes, group dining.
Gerry's Grill - Robinsons Tagum
One of the few purely vegetarian-focused places in Tagum City, great if you’re looking for lighter fare or plant-based meals.
9A's Vegetarian Eatery
Good option if you’re after seafood + grilled items.
Tip: Check if they have a live-seafood display to select for your dish.
Pukot sa Lawod Seafood and Grill | Tagum City
Most loved by seafood lovers in Tagum.
Tip: Go earlier for best selection of fresh seafood.