Regina Troy Barrios

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Mang Larry's Isawan

<p>Isaw trip, anyone? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/manglarrysisawan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Mang Larry’s Isawan</strong></a> is back—in <strong>Project 8</strong>.</p><p>After the court-ordered closure that left UP students and alumni mourning their favorite after-class isaw ritual, Mang Larry’s Isawan has returned. Smoke now curls from their grills at <strong>#28, Road 20, Project 8, Quezon City</strong>, carrying the same tang of vinegar, caramelized marinade, and just-barely-charred meat that made the UP stall legendary.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DVqtCv7D-gG/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A169217%2C%22ls%22%3A168819.00000000003%2C%22le%22%3A169213%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><h3><strong>The UP closure we mourned</strong></h3><p>In February, <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/business/2026/2/21/end-of-an-era-mang-larry-s-isawan-leaves-up-campus-following-court-order-0807" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mang Larry’s stall beside the UP Diliman gate was forced to close after a property dispute with the campus administration</a>. Alumni and students mourned the isaw, betamax, chicken skin, and other grilled favorites that had been part of campus life for generations. But Mang Larry has found a way back—with a new spot in Project 8.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cq7ARJarfKn/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A292235%2C%22ls%22%3A168819.00000000003%2C%22le%22%3A169213%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><h3><strong>What to expect in Project 8</strong></h3><p>The new stall is in soft opening, <strong>open daily from 12 noon to 10 PM</strong>. The menu is the same: crispy chicken skin, isaw, betamax, and other signature skewers—all grilled over live charcoal and always best eaten immediately.</p><p>Just like we did as UP students, the best time to go is <strong>5 to 8 PM</strong>, when the grills are firing at full rhythm. Parking is along Road 20, and it’s a short jeep or MRT ride from campus. Bring cash, bring friends, and be ready to stand elbow-to-elbow with fellow devotees.</p><p>Mang Larry’s isn’t just street food; it was one of those campus stalls that became a rite of passage. This was where you stood in line, swapping jokes and sneaking bites with friends between classes. Maybe you went with a classmate you had a crush on, or survived the stress of thesis season fueled by skewers of isaw. The smoky charcoal and sharp tang of vinegar clung to your clothes. Memories like these make Mang Larry’s far more than just a little isaw place.</p><p>For now, the memories don’t have to stay in the past. Head to the new Mang Larry’s Isawan in Project 8, tag your isaw buddies, and see who’s joining you this weekend. If you’re new to the scene, start simple: a few skewers of crispy chicken skin or classic isaw with extra suka will do the trick. See you at 28 Road 20—Metro, the isaw trip is officially back on.</p><div><em><strong>Mang Larry’s Isawan</strong>, 28 Road 20, Project 8, Quezon City, and follow their updates on Instagram </em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/manglarrysisawan/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>@MangLarrysIsawan</em></a><em>.<br/></em></div>

<p>After the UP Diliman closure left students and alumni mourning, Mang Larry’s Isawan returns to Project 8, bringing back smoky skewers, tangy vinegar, and the rituals of campus life.</p>

After the UP Diliman closure left students and alumni mourning, Mang Larry’s Isawan returns to Project 8, bringing back smoky skewers, tangy vinegar, and the rituals of campus life.

After UP Closure Heartbreak, Mang Larry’s Isawan Is Back

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After UP Closure Heartbreak, Mang Larry’s Isawan Is Back

Troy Barrios

Published Mar 09, 2026 10:25 AM PHT

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Updated Mar 11, 2026 10:23 AM PHT

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