Yasas (Greek in Hello)!Kallisti's is owned and operated by our very own Jojo and his lovely wife Rose. Its one of those small hidden gems of a bistro located at the corner of C. Roxces Ave. and Bagtikan (across from Meralco). Bagtikan has many carinderia stalls and shops, but nothing compares to Kallisti's.
What makes them so special?
One: Its clean! I can attest to the OCD issues of Jojo very well. I guess we all learned the chef's adage "clean as you go". Sometimes, he takes it to the extreme that I just want to take a fly swatter and smack his hands when he grabs a glass or plate that I may still be working on, just to keep the table clean. He has the eyes of a fly....seeing 360 degrees. At one point he'll be talking to you, looking you in the eye. Out of no where, he excuses himself to his kitchen and grabs a towel to wipe a water condensation falling from a glass he sees on the table. ADD!
One: Its clean! I can attest to the OCD issues of Jojo very well. I guess we all learned the chef's adage "clean as you go". Sometimes, he takes it to the extreme that I just want to take a fly swatter and smack his hands when he grabs a glass or plate that I may still be working on, just to keep the table clean. He has the eyes of a fly....seeing 360 degrees. At one point he'll be talking to you, looking you in the eye. Out of no where, he excuses himself to his kitchen and grabs a towel to wipe a water condensation falling from a glass he sees on the table. ADD!
Two: Its carinderia cheap! Within the area, Kallisti's prices match his competitors. Depending on the meal, rice and one ulam (meal) costs P60. His choices are varied and you get it hot when you get the order. Unlike other carinderia you get your meal either cold or lukewarm (especially if you order later than their lunch fare). I recommend their mami and also their iced tea shake.
Mami (their specialty) for P30Three: Cool ambiance. Upon first glimpse, one can mistake this place for a Mediterranean or Greek resto. But I just like to think of it as "Sosyal na carinderia" (hehe...learning the pinoy lingo). Actually many people get scared with the interiors that they think it serves exotic food and that its expensive. Just blame that on his dream to one day travel to Santorini (as is ours) and his penchant for interior design. He wanted to create a setting that makes the average Joe feel relaxed while eating cheap meals. Here's to you Jojo. Opa!
Kallisti's opens their bistro to private events and functions. You can even have your event catered by Jojo personally. The place can sit about 60+ people and more for outdoor seats.
Kallisti's opens their bistro to private events and functions. You can even have your event catered by Jojo personally. The place can sit about 60+ people and more for outdoor seats.
Kallisti Bistro
Price: Cheap Eats
Bagtikan cor. C. Roxas Ave. @ Makati
email: kallisti.bistro@gmail.com
