Tomono Lounge in Makati: A Japanese-Inspired Hideaway in Salcedo Village
Away from the busy streets of Salcedo Village in Makati, Tomono Lounge offers a more relaxed setting high above the city. Located beside the pool on the 9th floor of The Sphere Serviced Residences, the Japanese-inspired hideaway is operated by the same owner behind Tomono Kissa.
IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
The space serves breakfast in the morning, then shifts into a lounge from Thursday to Saturday evenings. With its elevated poolside location and calm atmosphere, Tomono Lounge is designed for guests who want to slow down over food and drinks in a more intimate setting.
IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
Food combines familiar international dishes with Japanese ingredients and flavors. One of the recommended choices is the Quattro Cheese Pizza with Saikyo Miso Sauce, which pairs four kinds of cheese with the gentle sweetness of Saikyo miso.
Quattro Cheese Pizza with Saikyo Miso Sauce (Php 620) / IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
For something lighter, the Squid and Mentaiko Capellini is a chilled Japanese-style thin pasta served with squid and mentaiko. It comes in a single-serving size (Php 340) as well as a sharing portion (Php 640).
Squid and Mentaiko Capellini (Single-Serving Size: Php 340) / IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
Guests may also try the Arancini, generously sized Italian rice croquettes prepared with the lounge’s homemade tomato sauce, making them a filling option to enjoy alongside the other dishes.
Arancini (Php 380) / IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
To complement the food, Tomono Lounge offers a selection of spirits from different parts of the world, with particular attention given to carefully selected Japanese spirits. The lounge also serves original cocktails that incorporate playful Japanese touches.
Among them are the Mango Margarita (Php 460), Sake-tini (Php 450), Sake Sour (Php 450), Wasabi Martini (Php 460), and Midori Sour (Php 460).
From left to right: Mango Margherita (Php 460), Sake-tini (Php 450), Sake Sour (Php 450), Wasabi Martini (Php 460), Midori Sour (Php 460) / IMAGE from Tomono Lounge
Small groups may visit on a walk-in basis, although reservations are recommended for larger parties for smoother arrangements. Tomono Lounge also accommodates private events and exclusive gatherings, making its secluded poolside setting an option for intimate celebrations and special occasions.
