Small Talk Cafe

one of the highest rated restaurants on the city so ofc we had to try it out! service was great. catered us even if its almost closing time. didnt rush us or anything. place was small and homey. inside is air-conditioned but they also have an alfresco dining. food was also good. probbly made a mistake ordering the taro fries 😅 but the other dishes were good. would highly recommend the pili nut pie! it somehow tastes like a cheesecake 🤩 accepts credit cards.

Just by entering the café's entrance, I appreciate how shabby chic the entrance gate is. I went here for their Halo-halo. It's because I'm in search for the best Halo-halo in Legazpi City. Although I saw the pictures of Small Talk's Halo-halo beforehand, the size of Halo-halo is bigger than I thought. It's much more upsized when seen actually. And for it to cost 95 pesos is truly worth it. What's more fascinating is that it is the only Halo-halo so far that has Honey Stars cereals on top of it. The ice is well-crushed. Other ingredients are on-point. It's basically one of the most underrated Halo-halos in Bicolandia.

Homey and cozy! The food tastes delicious, and they feel like genuine Bicolano dishes. The food and vibes fit well together -- like you're visiting the house of a local relative or friend. The service is fast, and the servers are nice. The place looks a bit small, so it might get crowded during meal times. Just be careful when ordering red hot lava ice cream! It's really spicy, but worth a try and good for sharing!

To sum up this review this early, I would say this is an enchanting place with good Bicol food and exemplary Bicolano hospitality. Since we arrived in Albay, I wanted to visit this place and dine. However, I had to postpone my cravings for two days due to the holidays—but the long wait was all worth it. During nighttime, the place transformed into a charming, tastefully-lit, orange-painted restaurant. It actually looked like a house converted into a diner, so you will instantly feel at home. The Ates/servers were eager to recommend their best-sellers without being too pushy. They recommended that we try their Spicy Pinangat, Peppery-hot Pinangat Pasta, Cordon Bleu, and Chocolate Mousse. I never liked Pinangat or Laing my whole life, but I enjoyed the resto's Spicy Pinangat. The Pinangat Pasta was the best of them all: spicy, creamy, and lightly-salted (I think the dried fish gave it a nice, extra savory taste). The Cordon Bleu was a close second and pretty standard, served with rice, mixed veggies, and the yummy mushroom soup. For the dessert, we initially thought of getting a slice of their mango cake, but we settled for the chocolate mousse which was also yummy. With all the fancy-looking interiors, tasty dishes, and good service, we thought the bill would be around ₱800-1000. Lo and behold, it was just ₱660! This restaurant deserved all the good hype and ratings for everything: price point, menu, service, and location/atmosphere. Came here around 6:30PM on a Sunday, and we got a table as soon as we arrived. If I get the chance to visit Legazpi City again, I will definitely return to Small Talk Cafe—an amazing place to dine with family, loved ones, and friends.

A must-visit place in Legazpi, Small Talk is a locally renowned restaurant offering dishes with a unique Bicolano twist. My ultimate favorite was the Pinangat (Laing) Pasta; it was creamy and has the right level of spice. The chairs could’ve been comfier, but other than that, everything’s great. The staff was accommodating, the ambiance was inviting, and the prices are just right.