{"id":72072,"date":"2025-09-04T10:33:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T02:33:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=72072"},"modified":"2025-09-04T10:33:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T02:33:05","slug":"meat-lovers-guide-9-japanese-restaurants-near-sm-mall-of-asia-you-dont-want-to-miss","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/meat-lovers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Meat Lovers’ Guide: 9 Japanese Restaurants Near SM Mall of Asia You Don’t Want to Miss"},"content":{"rendered":"

Get ready, meat lovers! SM Mall of Asia is fast becoming the new battleground for Japanese meat specialties. From sizzling steaks and savory yakiniku to juicy hamburg steaks and crispy beef cutlets, authentic Japanese flavors are now closer than ever.<\/p>\n

IMAGE from Ikinari Steak<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Renowned meat specialty restaurants from Japan have opened their doors in the Philippines for the very first time, delighting foodies with premium tastes at accessible prices. With these exciting arrivals, the MOA district is emerging as a vibrant hotspot to experience Japan\u2019s rich \u201cmeat culture\u201d in all its glory.<\/p>\n

Here are 9 Japanese restaurants near MOA you don’t want to miss!<\/p>\n

Niku Niku Oh!! Kome<\/h3>\n

Opened in April 2025, this Japanese hamburger steak specialty shop already has over 30 branches in Hong Kong and China. Known for its freshly ground, freshly grilled, and freshly cooked rice concept, the shop offers set meals starting at Php 599, which include unlimited rice, miso soup, and broccoli.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Niku Niku Oh!! Kome<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

From August, look out for their new seasonal menu, Avocado Tartare and Teriyaki Sauce<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Niku Niku Oh!! Kome<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Niku Niku Oh!! Kome in Pasay: Freshly Made Premium Japanese Hamburg Steak<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Ikinari Steak<\/h3>\n

A popular steak chain from Ginza, Ikinari Steak opened its first Philippine branch at SM Mall of Asia. Guests can enjoy affordable yet premium steak cuts like the Wild Steak (Php 599), Ribeye (Php 1,199), and Tenderloin (Php 1,345).<\/p>\n

\"\"Wild Steak \/ IMAGE from Ikinari Steak<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Ikinari Steak in Pasay: Wild Steaks and Combos for Your Japanese Food Cravings<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Yakiniku Like<\/h3>\n

Bringing Japan\u2019s \u201csolo yakiniku\u201d culture to the Philippines, Yakiniku Like features smokeless grills at every table and fast service. Top picks include the Prime Karubi and Misuji Set (Php 609), Angus Sirloin Steak (Php 1,099), and the LIKE Set (Php 649).<\/p>\n

\"\"IMAGE from One Gourmet Foods Inc.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Yakiniku Like in Pasay: Revolutionizing Solo Dining with Smokeless Grills and Quick, Flavorful Meals<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu<\/h3>\n

Hailing from Kyoto\u2019s Pontocho district, this beef cutlet specialty shop arrived in 2024. Customers grill beef cutlets to their liking on a hot stone plate, with favorites like the Sirloin Gyukatsu Zen (Php 795), Tenderloin Gyukatsu Zen (Php 1,240), and Premium Gyukatsu Zen (Php 2,250).<\/p>\n

\"\"Sirloin Gyukatsu Zen \/ IMAGE from Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu in Pasay: Serving Kyoto\u2019s Famous Deep-fried Beef Cutlet<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Ganso Gyukatsu<\/h3>\n

A sister brand of Ganso Shabuway, this restaurant also lets diners cook beef on tabletop grills, using premium beef from Japan, Australia, and the U.S. Their Ganso Gyukatsu Signature Set (Php 848) comes with cabbage, rice, miso soup, sauces, and side dishes.<\/p>\n

\"\"Ganso Gyukatsu Signature Set \/ IMAGE from Ganso Gyukatsu’s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Ganso Gyukatsu in Pasay: A Masterpiece of Flavor and Tradition<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Steak House Kurata<\/h3>\n

\"\"IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Owned by Tetsuo Kurata, the lead actor of Kamen Rider BLACK<\/em>, this steakhouse serves everything from affordable hamburg steaks (Php 599) to luxurious A5 wagyu (Php 6,899). Don\u2019t miss the 90-minute all-you-can-eat set (Php 649 until September) featuring five main choices with unlimited salad, soup, and sushi rolls.<\/p>\n

\"\"Saikoro Steak (Php 599) \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Steak House Kurata in Para\u00f1aque: The Legendary Restaurant the Real Kamen Rider BLACK Built<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Yappari Steak<\/h3>\n

Famous for cooking on Mt. Fuji lava stones, Yappari Steak lets diners grill to their preferred doneness right at the table. Their signature cut steak starts at Php 380 for 100g, while other menu options include hamburg steak, chicken steak, curry rice, and beef tendon stew.<\/p>\n

\"\"Mixed Cut Steak (Php 380\/100g) \/ IMAGE from Yappari Steak’s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Yakiniku A5 Toku<\/h3>\n

IMAGE from Yakiniku A5 Toku<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

With a new Pasay branch which opened this August, Yakiniku A5 Toku continues to serve premium A5-grade Japanese Black Wagyu flown directly from Japan. Meat is grilled over a traditional charcoal stove, delivering an authentic smoky yakiniku experience.<\/p>\n

IMAGE from Yakiniku A5 Toku<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Yakiniku A5 Toku in Makati: Grilling Authentic A5 Wagyu Beef<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Yakiniku King<\/h3>\n

IMAGE from Yakiniku King<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Japan\u2019s No. 1 yakiniku chain, with over 350 branches, makes its international debut at MOA this August 26, 2025. Diners can enjoy a 120-minute feast with three course options: Select Grill Set (59 items), King Grill Set (100 items), and Royal Grill Set (110 items featuring premium cuts).<\/p>\n

IMAGE from Yakiniku King<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong> Yakiniku King in Pasay: Japan\u2019s No. 1 Yakiniku Restaurant Chain Now in the Philippines<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Which of these Japanese meat specialty restaurants around MOA would you like to try next? Share your thoughts and let us know which one tops your must-visit list!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Renowned meat specialty restaurants from Japan have opened their doors in the Philippines for the very first time, delighting foodies with premium tastes at accessible prices. With these exciting arrivals, the MOA district is emerging as a vibrant hotspot to experience Japan\u2019s rich \u201cmeat culture\u201d in all its glory. Here are 9 Japanese restaurants near MOA you don’t want to miss!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":72085,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[96],"tags":[16587,16588,16590,16592,16591,16586,14416,16584,16589,16585],"class_list":["post-72072","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-listicle","tag-ganso-gyukatsu","tag-gyukatsu-kyoto-katsugyu","tag-ikinari-steak","tag-meat-lovers-guide","tag-niku-niku-oh-kome","tag-steak-house-kurata","tag-yakiniku-a5-toku","tag-yakiniku-king","tag-yakiniku-like","tag-yappari-steak"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2025\/08\/Ikinari-Steak.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/72072","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=72072"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/72072\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":72086,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/72072\/revisions\/72086"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/72085"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=72072"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=72072"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=72072"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}