Derecho Siargao

Derecho is a pick-and-pay canteen-style eatery on Tourism Road in General Luna. Think of it as a sharper take on a roadside carinderia: you choose from the day's spread, pay per dish, and the servings are generous. There's plenty for vegetarians and vegans alongside the meat and seafood, and Spanish music usually sets the mood. It's where to eat when you want a real, filling Filipino meal without resort prices, and it pulls in solo travellers, surfers, and groups alike. Digital payments are accepted, so you don't need exact cash.

One local quirk worth knowing: you take a photo of your plate before you eat, then show it at the counter when you pay. Go at lunch or early evening for the fullest spread.