Eel or Bakasi in Cebuano, is a local delicacy found in some parts of Cebu. Since eel dishes are quite expensive in Japanese restaurants, especially in Metro Manila, we made sure to include it in our food trip when we visited Cebu. The best place to try it? Entoy’s Bakasihan—the most talked-about eatery serving Bakasi.

Getting there wasn’t easy. If you’re driving a car, the narrow streets and parked vehicles on both sides make it difficult to pass through. Fortunately, we rented a motorcycle, which made the trip more convenient.

Entoy’s Bakasihan is a simple carinderia with a variety of seafood dishes. It’s located by the sea, offering a nice view but also a very hot atmosphere. As expected, we ordered two bottles of soda right away to cool down before our meal.

For our main dishes, we ordered deep-fried eel and kilawin (raw eel in vinegar). We also added gusô (sea moss) with tomatoes and onions, plus adobong octopus.

When the food arrived, we excitedly dug in. The adobong octopus and kilawin were both rubbery and tough to chew—not exactly impressive. The vinegar used in Kilawin didn’t have enough acidity or saltiness, so it didn’t taste right to me. The adobo, on the other hand, had a slightly burnt flavor, which made it a bit bitter for my taste.

The gusô, on the other hand, was light, fresh, and enjoyable. Maybe more onions will add more sweetness and tanginess.

And the star of the meal? The deep-fried EEL. It was crispy, well-seasoned with just salt, and so good that we finished every single piece even without dipping sauce.

All the drinks available were Pepsi products, and while the prices weren’t cheap for a carinderia, they were much more affordable compared to eel dishes in Manila. Our total bill came to a little over ₱500, including drinks.

To end the meal, we grabbed a cone of mango ice cream from Manong Sorbetero, who was waiting outside with his cart. It was a simple yet satisfying way to wrap up our Bakasi experience.

Overall, Entoy’s Bakasihan offered a unique taste of Cebu’s local cuisine. While not every dish stood out, the deep-fried eel was definitely worth trying. It was a fun food adventure that I’m glad we didn’t miss!