If you are very familiar in Binondo, then you probably have unexpectedly seen or experienced this well-known establishment along Ongpin called Mr. Ube Rice & Noodle House; or fortunately talked to a genial man behind this restaurant and Eng Bee Tin. I was greatly exposed to this place because my parents and aunt regularly brought me and my siblings here where we usually hear Sunday mass in the Minor Basilica of St. Lorenzo Ruiz, more popularly known as Binondo Church. My Binondo exposure was intensified during my teen years since I do have a best friend who is of Chinese descent who would normally treat me to most of the food nooks in and out of the oldest Chinatown in the world.
Just recently I was invited to a Bloggers Date with Mr. Ube. Ive met this man before and I cannot place the number of times I saw and talked with him. As everybody knows he is the visionary behind Eng Bee Tin Chinese Deli and when you try to ask the history behind it he would surprise you with his humorous and remarkable story. He is always so animated. For sure you'll learn a lot from his humble beginnings and touching story once you get the chance to chat with him.
The restaurant may look small from the outside but inside reveals a typical Binodo restaurant wherein table is filled with condiments for easy access and place is filled with mix of Pinoy, Chinese and Tsinoys enjoying a bowl or two of hot noodle soup or dimsum. There's a narrow pathway leading to a bigger space at the back of the resto to cater more guests. I'm not so sure about the second floor but I notice a red spiral staircase on my way to the event venue.
Mr. Ube Rice and Noodle House is said to be making noise among culinary connoisseurs. Certainly, Chinese cuisine constitutes majority of the menu but there's a lot in store for new and regular diners here. Of course always present on their menu are noodle soup, rice toppings, stir fry noodles, dimsum, and a whole lot more. Meaning to say you can order variety of international noodle soups once you have your meal here moreover, its varied hopia product which Eng Bee Tin is popular for.
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