From a Distant Dream to Reality
Before LA CASA DALISAY has its walls, tables or even a menu, it existed as a quiet dream in the hearts of its owners - hardworking overseas workers who shared a deep love for food and family. For years until this very day, they are far from home, working abroad, saving bit by bit and talking endlessly about “one day” --- one day they will open a place where food tasted naturally elegant, not complicated; families can gather any day, not just on special occasions; everyone who walked in felt like they are stepping into a warm, welcoming home. There was no detailed business plan at first, no grand architectural blueprint. Just a shared dream, countless late-night conversations and a simple sketch of a building that would someday be called LA CASA DALISAY, Buffet Restaurant & Café.
While LA CASA DALISAY is slowly taking shape, other eateries and small restaurants opened around the same area. People talked. Some said it is too slow; some said it is already “left behind” and some doubted it will never open at all or it will just fail. But just like a lotus that keeps pushing upward through muddy water, the owners chose not to be discouraged. They take every comment, every doubt, every criticism as stepping stone instead of a stumbling block.
They believe in “God’s perfect timing”, trusting that this is not a race—it is a calling!
The Meaning Behind the Logo
Bright Red symbolizes passion, courage and the fiery love that pushed them to keep going despite challenges. Gold symbolizes warmth, abundance and the blessing they pray every guest will feel the moment they step inside. Lotus Flowers representing the owners, their journeys, their hearts united in one dream. The lotus is a powerful symbol. It blooms pure and beautiful, even from the muddiest waters. It symbolizes resilience, rebirth and new beginnings. It reminds us that something elegant and meaningful can emerge from imperfect situations.
In March 2024, the logo and name LA CASA DALISAY are officially certified and registered with the Philippine Intellectual Property Office (IPO) — a legal stamp on a deeply personal dream. In October 2025, the Business License and Permit to Operate was granted. It’s a clear message from God --- “It is time”. From there, the final touches began — filling the space with everything needed for a full buffet and café experience, putting heart into every corner of LA CASA DALISAY and preparing for its doors to officially open in 20th December 2025.
A Daily Symphony of Flavors, A Home for Every Celebration
LA CASA DALISAY is never meant to be just another restaurant. It is built with a deeper purpose: to turn ordinary days into celebrations, to make every meal feel like a family gathering, to offer an experience that’s elegant but not intimidating — luxurious, yet warm and welcoming. This heart is captured in its guiding captions:
“Indulge in the Daily Symphony of Flavors”
“Where Every Meal Becomes a Family Celebration”
The owners want people not to wait for birthdays, anniversaries or holidays just to come together. They want LA CASA DALISAY to be the place where you gather simply because it’s a new day, you’re grateful, you miss your family, you want to unwind and feel at home or you want to have your meetings exclusively taken care of.
The Family Behind La Casa Dalisay
LA CASA DALISAY is lovingly owned and built by the Cusi-Dalisay Family, long-time residents of Barangay Alalum. As residents of the same barangay, their dream is not just to open a business, but to give back to their own community by creating a place where neighbors, friends and visitors can gather, celebrate and feel at home. Their roots, values and story are all reflected in LA CASA DALISAY, a homegrown dream blooming right in the very place they call home.
A Symphony of Flavors: The La Casa Dalisay Buffet
At LA CASA DALISAY, food is not just served — it is celebrated!
The buffet is thoughtfully curated from breakfast to late dinners, offering a variety of cuisines that cater to those who see food as their next level of comfort and satisfaction. Every visit is a little different, with a buffet set that changes daily, including soups to warm and comfort, appetizers to awaken the palate, main viands rich in flavor and variety, a graze of snacks and desserts to indulge every craving, cold and hot drinks to complete the experience.
In the near future, LA CASA DALISAY will also open its doors to even more flavors by serving grills, barbecues and street food favorites, starting mid-afternoon until closing time -- perfect for those who love casual yet flavorful bites.
The heart of the menu is this unique balance: a mix of elegance and the ordinary, familiar yet elevated — all offered at the most affordable price possible. It’s an “unlimited-taste-all” experience in one buffet price, giving guests the variety of a grand feast, the comfort and ambiance of fine dining and the warmth of a home-cooked meal. All in one place: LA CASA DALISAY — where every plate feels like a reward, and every meal feels like a celebration.