It's a known fact that food affects your mood. And when you need some good vibes to start and end the day, you can always head on over to Flatiron 1771 Modern Diner for their comforting staples. Better yet, why not try their new dishes? Here's more new dishes to get you in that comforting mood, from starters to mains and desserts...
Executive Chef Vicky Pacheco churns out an impressive list of new dishes for Flatiron 1771, almost twenty dishes in all, offering diners even more tasty options for a comforting meal. The repertoire of new dishes include innovative spins on classic flavors while remaining consistent with the culinary concept and philosophy of Flatiron 1771 (for more on Flatiron 1771's signature dishes, see my post, Urban Comfort Food, Hot Off The Griddle at Flatiron 1771). Read on for a peek on what's new at Flatiron 1771...
Get into that casual and stress-free groove with a refreshing beverage at Flatiron 1771, from indulgent Milkshakes in Chocolate Malt (P 220), Brownie Cookies & Cream (P 235), Strawberry (P 235), Pina Colada (P 230), Chocolate (P 199) or Vanilla (P 199) or go for clean and fresh flavors with the Cucumber Kiwi Carafe Cooler (P 250). 
Start with a comforting bowl of Corn Chowder (P 180) with sweet corn, potatoes and bacon in a creamy and hearty broth. Each sip warms the palate and instantly lifts your spirit with its fresh and clean flavors. The subtle sweetness of the corn and the distinct notes of the bacon add both flavor and texture with every sip, opening your palate for the next course...
A garden-fresh salad always works for me, but Executive Chef Vicky Pacheco adds a flavorful twist to the usual salad with the Garlic Mushroom Salad (P 320). The crisp garden-fresh greens drizzled with a tart balsamic dressing is nothing new, but when Executive Chef Vicky Pacheco adds some button mushrooms sauteed with garlic and rosemary, the flavors suddenly become new and different. The earthy and nutty notes of the garlicky mushrooms contrast with the crisp greens and sharp dressing, yet it all comes together with delicately balanced flavors. Executive Chef Vicky Pacheco's other new salads include the Flatiron Chef's Salad (P 350) with shredded chicken breast, avocado and blue cheese dressing and the Tuna Mac Salad with Grapes (P 195).
There's always room for more tasty appetizers. And Executive Chef Vicky Pacheco does some amazing things with potatoes with the new Bravo Potato Skins (P 260), crispy fried potato skins topped with pulled beef brisket, cheese, sour cream, bacon bits and spring onions. The crisp potato skins are the perfect base for the savory richness of the beef capped by the contrasting notes of sour cream, cheese, bacon and spring onions. You can also opt for the Tuna Potato Skins (P 260) if you prefer seafood.
Flatiron 1771 also offers a pair of new pasta dishes to complement its current menu. The new Chicken Fusilli Pesto (P 295) is a hefty and comforting meal in itself...
...while the Seafood Angel Hair Pasta (P 370) combines the fresh and delicate briny notes of shrimp, squid and clams cooked with onions, garlic, white wine and spring onions in a rich and tart tomato sauce for vibrant flavors and perfectly finished by the thin angel hair pasta. A comforting dish, just what you need to recharge after a long day.
Then, there's always the old reliable Mac N Cheese (P 220 Sharing Portion) for that sure-fire fix. Not to be missed is their signature Spaghetti Pizzaiola (P 295) with the comfortingly familiar flavors of pizza recreated in a pasta dish (more on the Spaghetti Pizzaiola on my earlier post here).
Craving for pizza? Flatiron 1771's got that covered too with a pair of new pizzas, the Four-Cheese Pizza (P 395) with Mozzarella, Cheddar, Parmesan and Blue Cheese on a rustic crust (your choice of bechamel or tomato sauce)...
...and the Pesto Pizza (P 395), a classic white sauce pizza draped with no-nuts pesto topped with spinach and mozzarella and drizzled with extra virgin olive oil. Go cheesy times four or the flavorful pesto, it's another winning pizza pair at Flatiron 1771.
Go for some winner chicken dinners with Flatiron 1771's new chicken dishes, like the Chicken Fingers (P 300) with deep-fried and breaded chicken breast strips paired with spaghetti in tomato sauce...
...or go for a simple and no-frills yet flavorful and comforting throwback with the new Sidebar Fried Chicken (P 399) with just the richly seasoned chicken without any coating at all and fried to golden-brown perfection. Grab a piece and one bite reminds you that sometimes, less is more.
Flatiron 1771 takes on the popular beef salpicao with its own version, the Beef in Garlic Olive Oil (P 395) with tender beef tips sauteed with garlic and paprika in olive oil. Tender with rich beefy notes, the garlic and olive oil completes the familiar flavors. You'll probably want some garlic rice with this one. Or a cold beer.
If you're still craving for beef, Flatiron 1771's signature Flatiron Brisket 6 (P 585 Solo/P 799 Sharing) should do the trick. Slow-cooked for six hours in aromatics and balsamic vinegar, here's the beef. Works for me all the time (for more on the signature Flatiron Brisket 6, see my earlier post here).
Looking for a lighter meal option? Flatiron 1771 also has three new sandwiches on the menu, like this Flatiron Clubhouse Sandwich (P 390) with cheese, bacon, chicken, avocado, salami, and lettuce served with crisp chips. Other new sandwiches include the Chicken Salad Sandwich (P 230) and the Granny Tuna Melt Sandwich (P 195) with tuna, melted cheese and apple chunks.
Could there be anything more comforting than a plate of pure pork love? Flatiron 1771's new Pressed Pork Belly (P 595) is an absolute must-try, with tender slabs of pork baked in a tent, grilled and basted with sweet and tart buffalo sauce and drippings laid on creamy mashed potatoes and served with asparagus and carrots. Each slab is fork-tender, with the richness of the pork coating your palate followed by the sweet, sharp and smoky notes of the buffalo sauce. Perfect with the mashed potatoes.
And here's another new and tasty surprise from Flatiron 1771. Fish isn't really my usual first option, but these Fish Kebabs (P 650) were just refreshingly tasty with skewers of delicately grilled sea bream chunks, tomatoes, green bell pepper, and red onion on vegetable fried rice combining for a satisfying meal. The delicate notes of the fish are kicked up by the smoky hints of the green bell pepper, the sharp bite of the red onions and the tart tomatoes rounded out by the creamy dip. The vegetable fried rice completes the dish.
For dessert, go for Flatiron 1771's indulgent selections like the Rose Noire (P 250) with layered dark chocolate ganache and meringue hazelnut praline topped with chocolate glaze; the Peanut Butter Delice (P 250) with praline, chocolate peanut butter ganache, hazelnut, almond, and cashew sponge with peanut butter mousse; and the Gingersnap Cheesecake (P 260), a creamy baked cheesecake with lemon and gingersnap cookie crust. Pair it with a freshly brewed cup of coffee....perfect. A year after it opened, Flatiron 1771 stays true to its concept and mission, offering modern yet comforting classics. Need a positive change in your mood? My prescription would include Flatiron 1771...
Flatiron 1771 is located at the Upper Ground Floor, Uptown Mall, Megaworld Boulevard corner 36th Street, Uptown Bonifacio, Taguig City or call 802-5458 and 0917-854-4540 for reservations and 802-5461 for take-out.
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