Malou’s Pocherohan
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🍲 Malou’s Pocherohan: A Cebuano Pochero Gem
A Famous Local Favorite
- Located along Don Mariano Cui Street in Cebu City, Malou’s Pocherohan is celebrated among Cebuanos as a top-choice for hearty pochero soup. Reviewers rate it around 4.3 to 4.5 out of 5 for flavor, portion size, and value. holeinthewallofcebu.blogspot.com+14Wanderlog+14YouTube+14
- Though simple and carinderia-style, the no-frills ambiance doesn’t detract from what really matters: the food. Wanderlog+1holeinthewallofcebu.blogspot.com+1
What Makes It Special
- The signature pochero: slow-cooked beef shanks (sometimes with pork sausage or pork), vegetables, and rich bone marrow in every bowl—a Cebuano trademark. Chibugan Kini+1Hive+1
- Generous serving sizes—enough soup, meat, and marrow—often requires most diners to order just the medium portion instead of small. Wanderlog+1Spot+1
- Fast, reliable service, with meals typically served within 10–15 minutes—a definite plus for hungry customers. Near Place
Must-Try Add-On
- Sizzling Sisig (sinuglaw style) is a popular side that pairs perfectly with the rich pochero broth—crispy, flavorful, and often recommended alongside the main dish. Zoy To The World+15Wanderlog+15Chibugan Kini+15
📝 Blog Vibe: Dining at Malou’s Pocherohan
Arrival & First Impressions
You step into a modest, no-frills establishment brimming with early evening diners. The aroma of simmering broth and bone marrow greets you immediately—welcoming, hearty, and unmistakably Cebuano.
Spoonfuls of Comfort
Your medium bowl arrives: a sizeable mound of beef shank with a generous bone thick with marrow, floating in clear, umami-rich broth. Vegetables and occasional chorizo add depth, but it’s the marrow and tender meat that steal the spotlight.
“I could not finish the very generous portion of soup and the meaty bone … very tasty and I’ll be a returning customer!” definitelypinoy.blogspot.comWanderlog+1Chibugan Kini+1
Perfect Pairing
The sizzling sisig arrives next—crisp, savory, and balanced with calamansi and spice. It’s an ideal foil to the broth’s warmth, and together they create a meal that’s both indulgent and satisfying.
Value & Vibe
Portions are generous and prices reasonable. The place may not look upscale, but food lovers know: quality and taste aren’t about décor—they’re in the pot. The price is around P600 pesos per 1 soup of pochero set.
đź“Š Quick Notes
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Ratings | 4.3–4.5 / 5 across review platforms |
| Portions | Medium recommended—even small is very filling |
| Service Time | Quick: meals served in 10–15 minutes |
| Signature Dish | Pochero with bone marrow |
| Highly Recommended | Sizzling sisig side dish |
| Ambiance | Simple carenderia setup—food is the main draw |
| Price Range | Mid-range; value matches generous servings |
: 🍲 Malou’s Pocherohan: A Cebuano Pochero Gem A Famous Local Favorite What Makes It Special Must-Try Add-On đź“ť Blog Vibe: Dining at Malou’s Pocherohan Arrival & First Impressions You step into a modest, no-frills establishment brimming with early evening diners. The aroma of simmering broth and bone marrow greets you immediately—welcoming, hearty, and unmistakably…