Chowking Gaisano Mactan

Experience friendly service and delicious seafood, thickshakes, and more at Chowking Gaisano Mactan Shopping Place. A local favorite for all!
  • 3.8 147 rating
  • Gaisano Island Mall, Mactan Tajo, Lapu-Lapu, 6015 Cebu, Philippines
  • +63 917 134 5736

Why Locals Love Chowking Gaisano Mactan

Nestled within the bustling Gaisano Island Mall in Mactan, Chowking offers a vibrant fast food experience that expertly fuses Filipino and Chinese flavors, making it a beloved destination for both locals and visitors craving a quick yet satisfying meal. This branch stands out with its welcoming, clean environment and efficient service, providing a convenient stop for hungry diners on the go.

The menu is a delightful showcase of hearty rice meals and flavorful chao fan (fried rice) dishes that capture authentic tastes with a modern twist. Must-try items include the Sweet & Sour Chicken Rice Meal, featuring perfectly crunchy chicken chunks smothered in Chowking’s signature tangy and sweet sauce—a harmony of textures and flavors that excite the palate. Paired with a drink option, it's an economical and filling choice for those seeking indulgence without compromising speed.

For lovers of bold, spicy flavors, the Spicy Chao Fan offers a wok-sarap fried rice experience, infused with pork, egg, and fresh kangkong leaves, delivering a satisfying kick and a comforting homestyle feel. The richer Beef Chao Fan, celebrated for its deeper, more robust flavors, comes highly recommended as a crowd favorite, especially when served alongside savory beef siomai dumplings. These dishes illustrate Chowking’s knack for blending quality ingredients with quick-service convenience.

On the sweeter side, the Halo-Halo Supreme is a showstopper dessert that perfectly balances refreshing textures and tastes. This icy treat towers with an enticing array of ingredients—including creamy ice cream, silky leche flan, and sweet langka or ube halaya—making it the ultimate cool-down delight amid Cebu’s tropical heat.

Customers consistently praise the branch for its brisk service and friendly staff. As James J notes, the fast-paced team reliably delivers orders swiftly, perfect for those pinch moments between errands or work. Danny Avalon highlights the smooth transaction process and overall management, reinforcing the brand’s strong operational standards. While the atmosphere is generally pleasant, some patrons have mentioned layout challenges and occasional disruptions, such as unexpected visitors inside the premises, which slightly affect the dining comfort but do not overshadow the overall positive experience.

Whether you’re craving a flavorful quick bite or a refreshing dessert break, Chowking Gaisano Mactan confidently delivers consistent taste and value. It’s a dependable hotspot where familiar flavors meet speedy service, making every visit a satisfying culinary pit stop in vibrant Lapu-Lapu City.

What Makes This Place Friendly

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Quick bite
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service
  • Restroom
  • Casual
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu
  • Parking

When & Where to Visit

  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM
  • 09:00 AM - 07:30 PM

Real Reviews from the Community

James J
  • Mar 15, 2026
5

Hungry and need a quick fix? The staff on this branch are fast!

karl gonzaga
  • Mar 5, 2026
4

Location, food and services are all good. The only problem here the arrangements of the tables and chairs, and also the unwanted beggars who suddenly comes inside.

Danny Avalon
  • Mar 4, 2026
5

Chowking is the best as always, all of the staff at the counter are very friendly, they let me pay with a 1000 peso bill and my order came out very quickly. These establishments are all managed very well

Cebu Food Critic
  • Feb 11, 2026
4

Chow King it is what it is. Usually clean and very good customer service. Food is okay, not going to get a big serving size but you will likely have some decent flavors. I always order the sweet and sour and you always only get one pineapple piece one piece of green pepper and one sliver from a shallot. Sauce is good but never enough. Beef chao fan is the popular choice. A cup of rice with some beef flavor. You can pick a topping like a siomai or piece of chicken for extra charge. Doesn't sound like I like Chow King but I will come back because it's consistent and it tastes decent. It is what it is.

Pinzboy
  • Jan 26, 2026
5

I love to buy and eat there food cuz its so fast and quality

Emerson Chang
  • Jan 15, 2026
4

Surprised at the quality of the food given the number of fast food places I've been to. Siomai was ok, kind of mild in flavor, which the chili oil helped. The fried chicken was crispy and juicy. Probably a fresh piece, breading is reminiscent of a type of taro used in Cantonese cooking. It came with a brown gravy which seemed really out of place. Tasted generic, but just odd. The noodles were ok, standard fair. The siopao was a little too sweet, but otherwise plenty of it, filling, moist. It was busy so took longer than normal to get food. Staff were polite. There was a beggar that came through, but that's not the fault of the restaurant. Good value for the price for sure. Feel it may be slightly better quality compared to my last experience at Jolibees.

Sidney “SID” Ibona
  • Jan 7, 2026
5

Chowfan is my favorite food in chowking. But no spoon for halohalo

Wally T
  • Jan 1, 2026
4

Stopped in at lunch time.very busy.quick service and good food.

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