Guam Restaurant Tips by machomikemd

PROA Restaurant: Number One Restaurant in Guam (2)

Part Two of my PROA Restaurant Tips With More Pictures!

The PROA Restaurant in the Number One Restaurant in Guam According to the Virtual Touirists Sister Website, Trip Advisor!

Proa Restaurant was named after the Chamorro and Micronesia Outrigger Boat called "Proa". It is a Fusion Restaurant Serving Local Chamorro Recipes and Asian Cuisines that are tweaked by the Chef's to make them stand out! And you can see this in the nulber of their clientele at their small restaurant and dessert here at the Ypao Beach. Waiting time can be as long as one hour and the area is frequented by the Japanese Tourists, US Military People and a smattering if Locals. The also have a pastry shop in the premises called the Sweet Relief and they have the same entrance. If you don't want to wait in line, call their number for table reservations as they are open for Lunch and Dinner. The area is also a dating place since the restaurant has a small and romantic ambiance.

Hours
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

According to their facebook Page:

the Proa Familia welcomes you to enjoy a memorable 'Hafa Adai' dining experience through our hand-crafted Pacific-rim styled menu and fresh made-to-order daily specials served with local hospitality and flair.
Save room for decadent desserts provided by Sweet Relief Pastry Shop.
Reservations recommended when available, walk-ins always welcome. Please email for info on private functions/catering.

Culinary Team Chris Bejado.........Director of Hospitality
Geoffrey Perez......Executive Chef
Mark Duenas.........Pastry Chef
Ivan Mendiola .......Chef de Cuisine
Russell Campos......Sous Chef

Favorite Dish: Like what I said, they cuisine is fusion but it is soo good. Appetizers include Calamari, Breaded and Flash-Fried, served with a Mango-Napa-Cilantro Slaw, Red Pepper Flakes and a Soy Citrus Syrup at $ 9.95 which I ordered. A Proa Big Feller Trio with red rice Fiesta Barbecue meal will cost $ 14.95. I ordered A Hawaiian Pick Rock Salt Pressed Ribeye Steak (12 ounce) served with Steamed White Rice and Li Hing Mui Compound Butter at $ 29.95.

They also have an extensive Drink lists and beers. foreign beers cost $ 5 and local beers cost $ 4.50.

I have no time to eat dessert (I'm stuffed) from their sweet relief pastry shop of which you can order from your table in Proa Restaurant too.

Address: 429 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, United States

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: 429 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, United States 96931 (Nearest South Trolley Bus Stop is at Pacific Islands Club, walk for 400 meters to PROA. Nearest North Trolley Bus Loop is at Royal Orchid Trolley Stop, 450 meters away)

Phone: 1 (671) 646-7762; 648-2253

Price: US$31-40

Rating: 5

Theme: Local

PROA Restaurant: Number One Restaurant in Guam (1)

The PROA Restaurant in the Number One Restaurant in Guam According to the Virtual Tourist's Sister Website, Trip Advisor!

This is a Two Part Tip with more Pictures.

Proa Restaurant was named after the Chamorro and Micronesia Outrigger Boat called "Proa". It is a Fusion Restaurant Serving Local Chamorro Recipes and Asian Cuisines that are tweaked by the Chef's to make them stand out! And you can see this in the nulber of their clientele at their small restaurant and dessert here at the Ypao Beach. Waiting time can be as long as one hour and the area is frequented by the Japanese Tourists, US Military People and a smattering if Locals. The also have a pastry shop in the premises called the Sweet Relief and they have the same entrance. If you don't want to wait in line, call their number for table reservations as they are open for Lunch and Dinner. The area is also a dating place since the restaurant has a small and romantic ambiance.

Hours
Mon - Sun: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

According to their facebook Page:

the Proa Familia welcomes you to enjoy a memorable 'Hafa Adai' dining experience through our hand-crafted Pacific-rim styled menu and fresh made-to-order daily specials served with local hospitality and flair.
Save room for decadent desserts provided by Sweet Relief Pastry Shop.
Reservations recommended when available, walk-ins always welcome. Please email for info on private functions/catering.

Culinary Team Chris Bejado.........Director of Hospitality
Geoffrey Perez......Executive Chef
Mark Duenas.........Pastry Chef
Ivan Mendiola .......Chef de Cuisine
Russell Campos......Sous Chef

Favorite Dish: Like what I said, they cuisine is fusion but it is soo good. Appetizers include Calamari, Breaded and Flash-Fried, served with a Mango-Napa-Cilantro Slaw, Red Pepper Flakes and a Soy Citrus Syrup at $ 9.95 which I ordered. A Proa Big Feller Trio with red rice Fiesta Barbecue meal will cost $ 14.95. I ordered A Hawaiian Pick Rock Salt Pressed Ribeye Steak (12 ounce) served with Steamed White Rice and Li Hing Mui Compound Butter at $ 29.95.

They also have an extensive Drink lists and beers. foreign beers cost $ 5 and local beers cost $ 4.50.

I have no time to eat dessert (I'm stuffed) from their sweet relief pastry shop of which you can order from your table in Proa Restaurant too.

Address: 429 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, United States 9

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: 429 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, United States 96931 (Nearest South Trolley Bus Stop is at Pacific Islands Club, walk for 400 meters to PROA. Nearest North Trolley Bus Loop is at Royal Orchid Trolley Stop, 450 meters away.

Phone: 1 (671) 646-7762; 648-2253

Price: US$31-40

Rating: 5

Theme: Local

Hy's Steakhouse: Pricey Steakhouse in Holiday Hotel (2)

Par two of My HY's Steakhouse Guam Tips with more Pictures.

Hy's Steakhouse Guam is the local franchise of the International Canadian Chain of Hy's Steakhouses (they also have franchises at Hawaii) but I find it Ironic that they serve USDA Steaks here instead of Canadian Angus Steaks. Hy's Steakhouse was founded by a Russian-Jewish Canadian Immigrant Hy Aisenstat in 1923 and it grew and has branches all over Canada and they have franchises of the Steakhouse in the Mainland United States, Hawaii and here in Guam. Still, I must eat at one of Guam's most expensive steakhouses as everyone knows that I'm a steak man and don't scrimp on costs. This luxe steakhouse is located at the Lobby Level of the Holiday Resort Hotel and the average costs of steaks here at guam like lone star steakhouse or at TGI Fridays is just $ 25-38 while here at Hy's its $ 35 to $ 65 for the steaks. They Only Open at Dinner and You Don;t need any reservations to go here.

Hours:

Mondays thru Fridays 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.
Saturdays: 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.
Sundays and Holidays - Closed

Favorite Dish: What else but the steaks!!!!!

If you are into Prime Rib Steaks, a 16 Ounce USDA Aged Prime Rib is $ 37.95
Roast Prime Rib of Beef, a 13 Ounce is 36.95 and 20 ounce at 47.95
Fillet Mignon, A 16 Ounce is 47.95
Their Specialty and the one I ate is the "Their only" new York Strip Dry Aged 14
Ounce USDA Medium Steak at $ 60.95

A Glass of wine is $ 7 and a bottle of wine is from $ 30 to $ 100, depending on the age and the season.
Cocktails like Mai Tai or Tequila Sunrise or Martinis at $ 9.95 an order.

Address: Holiday Resort Guam, 871 Pale San Vitores Road

Comparison: most expensive

Directions: Holiday Resort Guam, Lobby Level, 871 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, Guam 96911 U.S.A. South Loop Trolley Buses has Bus Stop at Front of the Hotel and North Loop has bus stop across the road.

Other Contact: Fax (671) 646-5929

Phone: 1 (671) 647 0077; 482-0077

Price: US$41 and up

Rating: 5

Theme: Steakhouse

Website: http://www.hysguam.com/

Hy's Steakhouse: Pricey Steakhouse in Holiday Hotel (1)

This is a Two Part Tip of my Hy's Steakhouse Food Review.

Hy's Steakhouse Guam is the local franchise of the International Canadian Chain of Hy's Steakhouses (they also have franchises at Hawaii) but I find it Ironic that they serve USDA Steaks here instead of Canadian Angus Steaks. Hy's Steakhouse was founded by a Russian-Jewish Canadian Immigrant Hy Aisenstat in 1923 and it grew and has branches all over Canada and they have franchises of the Steakhouse in the Mainland United States, Hawaii and here in Guam. Still, I must eat at one of Guam's most expensive steakhouses as everyone knows that I'm a steak man and don't scrimp on costs. This luxe steakhouse is located at the Lobby Level of the Holiday Resort Hotel and the average costs of steaks here at guam like lone star steakhouse or at TGI Fridays is just $ 25-38 while here at Hy's its $ 35 to $ 65 for the steaks. They Only Open at Dinner and You Don;t need any reservations to go here.

Hours:

Mondays thru Fridays 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.
Saturdays: 10:00a.m. to 1:00p.m.
Sundays and Holidays - Closed

Favorite Dish: What else but the steaks!!!!!

If you are into Prime Rib Steaks, a 16 Ounce USDA Aged Prime Rib is $ 37.95
Roast Prime Rib of Beef, a 13 Ounce is 36.95 and 20 ounce at 47.95
Fillet Mignon, A 16 Ounce is 47.95
Their Specialty and the one I ate is the "Their only" new York Strip Dry Aged 14
Ounce USDA Medium Steak at $ 60.95

A Glass of wine is $ 7 and a bottle of wine is from $ 30 to $ 100, depending on the age and the season.
Cocktails like Mai Tai or Tequila Sunrise or Martinis at $ 9.95 an order.

Address: Holiday Resort Guam, 871 Pale San Vitores Road

Comparison: most expensive

Directions: Holiday Resort Guam, Lobby Level, 871 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, Guam 96911 U.S.A. South Loop Trolley Buses has Bus Stop at Front of the Hotel and North Loop has bus stop across the road.

Other Contact: Fax (671) 646-5929

Phone: 1 (671) 647 0077; 482-0077

Price: US$41 and up

Rating: 5

Theme: Steakhouse

Website: http://www.hysguam.com/

AJI ICHI Japanese Restaurant: Famous Local Japanese Ramen and Restaurant

Aji Ichi Ramen House and Restaurant is one of the Oldest Japanese Ramen House and Restaurant in Guam. It was started more than 30 years ago by a long time japanese resident of guam and was initially a Ramen House but then became a Full Service Japanese Restaurant. It is one of the more popular Japanese Restaurant in Guam for Locals. They have two branches, Here at the Blue Lagoon Plaza and an outlet at the Guam Premium Outlet food court. They offer the usual japanese meals of big bento boxes, assorted kinds of ramen, sushi, sashimi and Donburi meals like Katsudon or Gyudon.

Opens: 11:00 am to 10:00 pm evryday

According to their website:

Aji-ichi opened as the first ramen noodle house in Guam more than 30 years ago.
After getting famous for its homemade ramen, we gave variety to our menu little by little, such as California rolls and bento box, and became one of the most favored Japanese casual dining restaurants in Guam.
We are so proud to be the part of this community and hope that all of you’d have a wonderful experience with our food and service.

Come and enjoy the real Japanese food and hospitality.

Favorite Dish: Sushi Rolls costs from $ 4 to $ 9, depending on the topping inside, Assorted Ramen like the Chasu Ramen or the Shoyu Ramen at $ 9.95 to 14,95. The Big Bento Boxes (american Servings, not the small bento boxes of japan) at $ 14.95 to 22.95, depending on the viand (shrimp tempura, tonkatsu, beef yakiniku, chicken teriyaki, etc). Donburi Meals like Katsudon at $ 9.95 or Oyakudon at $ 10.95. Assorted Japanes Beers like Asahi or Sapporo or Kirin at $ 5 for a small bottle and $ 10 for a large bottle.

Address: Blue Lagoon Plaza | Blue Lagoon, Tumon, Guam 9693

Comparison: about average

Directions: Blue Lagoon Plaza | Blue Lagoon, Tumon, Guam 96931, Mariana Islands. Trolley Bus Stops of North Loop Stops at La Isla Plaza across the street and South Loop stops at Blue Lagoon Plaza

Phone: 1 (671) 646-6444

Price: US$11-20

Rating: 5

Theme: Japanese/Sushi

Website: http://www.ajiichi.com/top

TGI Fridays: TGI Friday's is Everywhere (2)

Part Two of My TGI Fridays Tips with more pictures.

TGI Fridays has two branches in Guam, here at Tumon and One at Hagatna, Facing the Chamorro Village.

TGIFridays is popular American restaurant chain focusing on casual dining, usually of the typical american huge servings,with over 500 restaurants across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia and the UK, as well as many other countries around the world including here in the GUAM. The name is taken from the expression "TGIF", or "Thank God It's Friday." The restaurant chain is known for its appearance, with red-striped canopies, brass railings, Tiffany lamps, and frequent use of antiques as decor. It has a large menu with an emphasis on alcoholic beverages. A section of their menu is dedicated to the "Jack Daniel's Grill", a selection of items flavored with a special Jack Daniel's sauce.

The employees here are young, with wacky uniforms, and every time you had someone's birthday, the whole restaurant crew came around with a cake, and singing Friday's traditional Birthday song,

Opens: 10:00 am to 12:00 am everyday

Favorite Dish: A 12 ounce USDA Choice Char Grilled Rib Eye at $ 32.95 plus $ 2.50 for Herb Butter and Portobello Mushrooms. Fridays onion rings at $ 8, Buffalo Wings at $ 12.95 (Buffalo Wings from Buffalo New York is still the best for it's spiciness!), fried calamari at $ 12.95, New York Strip Steak at $ 34.95, Jack Daniels Pork Chops at $ 18.95, mocha mud pie at $7.95, ultimate hawaiian volcano and long island iced tea and Tequila Sunrise at $ 9.95

Address: 1310 Pale San Vitores, Tumon, GUAM 96913

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: JP Guam Plaza beside JP Superstore, 1310 Pale San Vitores, Tumon, GUAM 96913 (Bus Trolley Stops at JP Supestore).

Other Contact: Fax: 1 (671) 647-8444

Phone: 1 (671) 647-8443

Price: US$31-40

Rating: 5

Theme: American

Website: http://www.tgifridaysguam.com/

TGI Fridays: TGI Friday's is Everywhere (1)

TGI Fridays has two branches in Guam, here at Tumon and One at Hagatna, Facing the Chamorro Village.

TGIFridays is popular American restaurant chain focusing on casual dining, usually of the typical american huge servings,with over 500 restaurants across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia and the UK, as well as many other countries around the world including here in the GUAM. The name is taken from the expression "TGIF", or "Thank God It's Friday." The restaurant chain is known for its appearance, with red-striped canopies, brass railings, Tiffany lamps, and frequent use of antiques as decor. It has a large menu with an emphasis on alcoholic beverages. A section of their menu is dedicated to the "Jack Daniel's Grill", a selection of items flavored with a special Jack Daniel's sauce.

The employees here are young, with wacky uniforms, and every time you had someone's birthday, the whole restaurant crew came around with a cake, and singing Friday's traditional Birthday song,

Opens: 10:00 am to 12:00 am everyday

Favorite Dish: : A 12 ounce USDA Choice Char Grilled Rib Eye at $ 32.95 plus $ 2.50 for Herb Butter and Portobello Mushrooms. Fridays onion rings at $ 8, Buffalo Wings at $ 12.95 (Buffalo Wings from Buffalo New York is still the best for it's spiciness!), fried calamari at $ 12.95, New York Strip Steak at $ 34.95, Jack Daniels Pork Chops at $ 18.95, mocha mud pie at $7.95, ultimate hawaiian volcano and long island iced tea and Tequila Sunrise at $ 9.95

Address: 1310 Pale San Vitores, Tumon, GUAM 96913

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: JP Guam Plaza beside JP Superstore, 1310 Pale San Vitores, Tumon, GUAM 96913 (Bus Trolley Stops at JP Supestore).

Other Contact: Fax: 1 (671) 647-8444

Phone: 1 (671) 647-8443

Price: US$21-30

Rating: 5

Theme: American

Website: http://www.tgifridaysguam.com/

Godiva Chocolatier: Luxe Chocolate and Chocolixir

There are many outlets selling Godiva Chocolates in Guam (like the DFS Galleria, ABC Stores, SM Store) but only one Sell Both Chocolates and the Famed Godiva Chocolixirs! and that is the ONLY BRANCH of Godiva Chocolatier Store in GUAM. Locted in La Plaza Mall of the Outrigger Hotel.

I may be a fan of Hershey's and Swiss Chocolates but nothing still beats the luxe brands like Godiva! (But My All Time Favorite is VALRHONA).n Although Made in Belgium, Godiva chocolates are creamier and has a more cocoa and chocolate taste and literally melts in your mouth due to the high chocolate butterfat content and the higher pure chocolate content so it is more expensive! unlike the other chocolate brands which dilute the cocoa with extenders like lechithin and vanillin to make the chocolate cheaper. Godiva Chocolatier doesn't do that hence the expensive price. Godiva also sells truffles, coffee, cocoa, biscuits, dipped fruits and sweets, "Chocolixir" beverages, wedding and party favors and other items arranged in gift baskets. Godiva's signature package is the Gold Ballotin (French for "small, elegant box of chocolates"). Godiva also produces seasonal and limited-edition chocolates with special packaging for all major holidays. Godiva also has license agreements for the production of ice cream, cheesecake, coffee pods and liqueur that comes in several chocolate-related flavors.

Hours: 10:00 am to 9:00 pm everyday

Favorite Dish: Chocolixir drinks are an established part of Godiva’s domestic offer in the mainland US where various recipes of the icy, chocolate-blend beverages with toppings of whipped cream are available including raspberry, mint, dark chocolate and milk chocolate. They are now available in GUAM.

If you buy the assorted chocolate drinks and brews like the Chocolixir, it's $ 6 for a cup and for chocolate tipped fruits like the strawberries i purchased, it's $ 8 per piece. and the single very decadent assorted chocolate truffles at $ 19 for 8 pieces and $ 38 for 16 pieces! a small pure chocolate bar like 85% pure dark chocolates at $ 5. such a drain in your wallet but is worth it since I don't scrimp!!!

Address: The Plaza Mall, Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, Guam

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: The Plaza Mall, Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, Guam. South Loop Trolley Bus Stop at front of Hard Rock Cafe near the Godiva Chocolatier Store.

Phone: 671.646.9640

Price: US$11-20

Rating: 5

Theme: Dessert

Website: http://www.godiva.com

Tumon Bay Lobster & Grill: popular at the Mid Tumon Area (2)

Part two of my Tumon Bay lobster & grill review with more pictures of the Restaurant.

The Tumon Bay Lobster & Grill is a popular steak and seafood restaurant cum nite spot at the mid tumon Area. The Restaurant is located at the second floor of the La Isla Plaza and has two dining areas, one air conditioned inside and the outdoor area outside with local live bands performing nightly. It's Specialties include Angus Steaks like the rib eye or filet mignon, Alaskan King Crab Legs, whole Maine Lobsters and lobster tails, Assorted Chamorro Cuisine like kelaguen or the Fiesta barbecue Plate. They are only open at night.

It is popular with tourists and locals primarily due to the ambiance and the lively music being played by the local live band performing in the place.

Hours of Operation:

Dinner Nightly 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday thru Sunday

Favorite Dish: A Chamorro Fiesta barbecue Plate costs $ 19.95, Alaskan Crab legs sauteed with lemon butter at $ 19.95 the bigger version at $ 32.95, the steaks like the 12 ounce T-Bone Steak at $ 26.95 and the 9 ounce New York Cut at $ 32.95. Whole Maine Lobsters at $ 75.

they have large draft beer pitcher specials at $ 10
Cocktails like Mai Tai, Tequila Sunrise and Tom Collins at $ 6.50
Soft Drinks and Iced Tea at $ 2.50 refillable

Address: 101 La Isla Plaza, 2nd Floor,Pale San Vitores Road

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: 101 La Isla Plaza, 2nd Floor, 1010 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, Guam, USA, 96913 (nearest Trolley Bus Stop is at Blue Lagoon Across it and at the Acanta Mall beside it).

Other Contact: Fax: (671) 649-0889

Phone: 1 (671) 646-9898

Price: US$21-30

Rating: 5

Theme: American

Website: http://www.tumonbaygrill.com/

Tumon Bay Lobster & Grill: popular at the Mid Tumon Area (1)

This will be a two part tip with more pictures of the Restaurant.

The Tumon Bay Lobster & Grill is a popular steak and seafood restaurant cum nite spot at the mid tumon Area. The Restaurant is located at the second floor of the La Isla Plaza and has two dining areas, one air conditioned inside and the outdoor area outside with local live bands performing nightly. It's Specialties include Angus Steaks like the rib eye or filet mignon, Alaskan King Crab Legs, whole Maine Lobsters and lobster tails, Assorted Chamorro Cuisine like kelaguen or the Fiesta barbecue Plate. They are only open at night.

It is popular with tourists and locals primarily due to the ambiance and the lively music being played by the local live band performing in the place.

Hours of Operation:

Dinner Nightly 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday thru Sunday

Favorite Dish: A Chamorro Fiesta barbecue Plate costs $ 19.95, Alaskan Crab legs sauteed with lemon butter at $ 19.95 the bigger version at $ 32.95, the steaks like the 12 ounce T-Bone Steak at $ 26.95 and the 9 ounce New York Cut at $ 32.95. Whole Maine Lobsters at $ 75.

they have large draft beer pitcher specials at $ 10
Cocktails like Mai Tai, Tequila Sunrise and Tom Collins at $ 6.50
Soft Drinks and Iced Tea at $ 2.50 refillable

Address: 101 La Isla Plaza, 2nd Floor,Pale San Vitores Road

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: 101 La Isla Plaza, 2nd Floor, 1010 Pale San Vitores Road, Tumon, Guam, USA, 96913 (nearest Trolley Bus is at Blue Lagoon Across it and at the Acanta Mall beside it).

Other Contact: Fax: (671) 649-0889

Phone: 1 (671) 646-9898

Price: US$21-30

Rating: 5

Theme: American

Website: http://www.tumonbaygrill.com/