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Whether you call it a fish burger or a fish sandwich, this tasty dish always hits the spot
There’s a certain itch that only a fish sandwich (or fish burger) can scratch. Crisp yet succulent, often served with a creamy and tangy sauce and sandwiched between pillowy buns, it excites the palate with contrasting textures and flavours. Fish sandwiches also make for a lighter alternative to beef and fried chicken burgers, while still allowing you to indulge.
Craving a fish burger? Find out where to order them in the metro, from classic iterations that keep things simple to fancier takes with creative spins.
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1. Sweet Ecstasy
Above The Filet-X-Fish and Filet-X-Shrimp from Sweet Ecstasy (Photo: Facebook / @SweetXManila)
The Filet-X-Fish and Filet-X-Shrimp from Sweet Ecstasy (Photo: Facebook / @SweetXManila)
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Sweet Ecstasy is best known for its juicy, delightfully greasy beef burgers, sending fans into a craze since 2012. However, the Filet-X-Fish is another popular item you ought to try, made with breaded Alaskan pollock, cheese, and tartar sauce, with the option to add shredded lettuce, too.
Tatler Tip: Looking for more seafood options? Try the Filet-X-Shrimp.
2. Made Nice
The Fil-A-O-Fish is a collaborative effort between burger expert Alvin Cailan of the hit Youtube series The Burger Show and Made Nice chefs Raul Forés and Jack Flores. Crafted with cod fillet, tartar sauce, and cheddar, the simple but timeless fish sandwich had gourmands flocking to the restaurant as soon as it launched in 2023, and it continues to be a favourite today.
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3. 8Cuts Burgers
This pescetarian-friendly sandwich may not use any of the restaurant’s signature eight cuts of beef, but it’s been known to seduce carnivores just the same. The 8Cuts Fish ‘Wich layers a crunchy white fish fillet, crisp cabbage slaw, and lime-dill mayo between two hot buns, which is a simple but thoughtful sandwich with a touch of zing.
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4. Burger Beast
Fried fish fillet, tartar sauce, and a brioche bun—chef Carlo Miguel keeps it simple with his crispy fish sandwich, available through his brand Burger Beast. Try it out the next time you’re craving a convenient meal that’s crispy yet succulent.
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5. 717 Deli
Located in San Juan City, this small family-run sandwich shop has blown up over the past few months, with many travelling from far and wide to get their hands on their viral sandwiches. The halibut sandwich from 717 Deli has become a crowd-favourite, with good reason. Made with a beer-battered halibut fillet, cheddar, and tartar sauce, it’s an unfussy but well-executed treat that you’ll crave for time and again.
Tatler Tip: The shop also makes a mean fish and chips, complete with malt vinegar.
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6. Brother’s Burger
Established in 1999, Brother’s Burger has become a household name, with many citing it as popularising gourmet burgers throughout the country. Now in its 25th year in the game, the brand continues to charm with its comforting burgers, including the crispy fish sandwich. Their crispy fish fillet is thoughtfully dressed with cilantro cream, tomatoes, and lettuce, served between their signature oatmeal buns, of course.
Tatler Tip: Brother’s Burger also offers a lettuce wrap version, swapping their buns for lettuce.
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7. Bored and Hungry
Since opening at The Grid Food Market, American sensation Bored and Hungry has become a strong contender for some of the metro’s best burgers. Though its menu is exceptionally lean (with the Bored OG Burgers as its hero product), the brand has been known to get creative with limited-edition specials. Try out their latest addition to the menu, the OG Sea Smash fish burger, on your next visit.
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8. Izakaya Geronimo
Nowadays, nights out on the town often circle back to Izakaya Geronimo: a trendy BGC restaurant known for its contemporary Japanese cuisine, cocktails, and popular DJ nights. Though the menu continues to evolve, the filet-o-fish remains one of their signature dishes. Bite into this tasty fish sandwich, elevated with tanaka pickles and mentaiko roe.
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9. Mimi and Bros
Above The Big Fish Sandwich from Mimi and Bros (Photo: Facebook / @mimiandbros.)
The Big Fish Sandwich from Mimi and Bros (Photo: Facebook / @mimiandbros.)
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The Big Fish Sandwich from Mimi and Bros is sure to satisfy. The crisp and hefty fish fillet is topped with a tangy tartar sauce, packed with herbs and pickles for added oomph.
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10. Raging Bull Burgers
Raging Bull Burgers by Shangri-La highlights sustainability and quality through every burger, and their Naked Fish sandwich is no different. Their crisp fried grouper fillet is sat upon crunchy romaine lettuce, tasty salsa criolla, and flavourful tartar sauce, all sandwiched between warm buns for easy enjoyment.
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Lauren’s love for food came much later in life than one would expect— an obsession awakened in the streets of Melbourne’s multicultural dining scene. Armed with this newfound passion, she returned to the Philippines determined to discover the best eats in her home country, with a personal advocacy to champion local cuisines and homegrown talent. Nothing is off-limits; if it’s delicious, it’s worth celebrating.
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As Tatler Dining associate editor, Lauren covers all things food and drink, from listing the latest openings in our monthly Dining Radar to interviewing chefs and bartenders about the biggest obstacles crippling the industry today. Beyond the digital space, she also organises Tatler Dining’s tentpole events, including Off Menu and Tatler Dining Kitchen, as well as the annual Tatler Best Philippines awards night and guide launch, detailing the best restaurants in the country.
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