Fodor's Expert Review Friends the Restaurant

Before Romdeng, there was Friends the Restaurant. This extremely popular nonprofit eatery near the National Museum serves a huge range of small tapas, fruit juices, salads, and international dishes. Admire the colorful artwork, then visit the Friends store next door, filled with souvenirs and trinkets, whose proceeds help the NGO continue provide much-needed assistance training and helping underprivileged youths. Best to book ahead as it is usually packed and people are prepared to stand in line—for good reason: the food is great.