Makati

Yoshinobu Japanese Cuisine

Yoshinobu Japanese Cuisine

Experience a great Japanese cuisine dining experience that lets you in on delectable fusion dishes through innovative creations in the name of Yoshinobu.     Yoshinobu is a hidden Japanese restaurant gem located at the second floor of the Antel Corporate Center in Salcedo Village. Though it can be quite difficult to locate, you’ll be amazed at how cozy its interiors are, perfect for midday meetings or a relaxed dining situation.   DINE IN. Yoshinobu’s spacious and well-lit restaurant is decorated with paintings hung on the wall for a contemporary feeling.   FOR PRIVACY. If you want privacy, you can opt to dine at their function room which is ideal […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Japanese
    • Lazy Bastard

    Lazy Bastard

    A burger den of ridiculous comfort food Looking for the best burgers and hotdogs in the metro to satisfy your craving? Lazy Bastard seamlessly fills your raging tummy. Get ready for this hole-in-the-wall late night burger joint situated in an underground place along Jupiter Street, Makati City. This New York-style burger chain serves ridiculously amazing premium burgers, epicurean hotdogs and satisfying all-day breakfast sandwiches. The burger joint’s distinct name sounds comical and ambiguous in some aspects, but according to its managing owner, Patrick Cuartero, “the name is what you become after eating our food’.     Lazy Bastard resembles a cool, hip New York pub – minimalist yet trendy interiors, […]
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • American
  • Burger
  • Sandwich
    • WHISK Asian Bistro Café

    WHISK Asian Bistro Café

    The hustle and bustle of today often leaves you in a weakened state. Places to take a break are few and far between, especially in a city like Makati. Good thing there’s WHISK Asian Bistro Café.   WHISK ASIAN BISTRO CAFÉ: Your new place for R & R in the hustle and bustle of Makati.   WHISK is a place where you can enjoy a fusion of Asian flavours in a place that’s a cross between an industrialist café and a minimalist bistro. What you get is the best of both worlds: great food with a great view of the city at ground level.   MINIMALIST AND INDUSTRIAL. At WHISK, […]
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  • Makati
    • Cafe Seol Hwa

    Cafe Seol Hwa

    When the heat in the Philippines is too much to handle, we know a place where you can chill out. Seol Hwa (설화) is a new Korean dessert shop which first opened in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig in May 2015. Now, they have branches at Century City Mall and Alabang. In English, seol hwa means snow flake or snow flower. True to its name, they serve snow-like ice creams called bingsu which is very popular in Korea. Bingsu is composed of shaved ice topped with fruit and/or ice cream. It’s more popular during summer season because it’s served really cold and it melts in your mouth, just like a snow […]
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  • Century City Mall
  • Makati
  • Desserts
  • Desserts
    • Pizza World

    Pizza World

    Most people look at pizza as comfort food. There are also people who take one look at pizza and say “if you’ve tasted one, you’ve tasted them all.” Pizza World begs to differ. LOVE OR PIZZA? You can tell they love their pizza. Pizza World is a definite diamond in the ruff. It’s been around for almost 3 months, but it’s already the talk of the town on social media, especially with people who often pass by Chino Roces Avenue in Makati. Pizza World, which opened last November 2015, is run by the trio of Dr. Farzaneh Shamsi, Dr. Shahideh Nikbin and Julie Anne Ghasemi. It gives off a vibe […]
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  • Makati
  • Pizza
  • Pizza
    • ArroZeria

    ArroZeria

    Update: As of March 19, 2017, ArroZeria is no longer operational. An authentic Spanish restaurant where rice is a hero. If you love paella, you should check out this restaurant! ArroZeria is touted as one of Manila’s best Spanish restaurants specializing in authentic paella. In Spanish, the restaurant’s name means “house of rice.” This casual dining restaurant has branches at Century City Mall and BGC, Taguig. The restaurant promotes the significance of rice as they partnered with International Research Institute (IRRI) that has about 80% of their ingredients being locally sourced. With Chef Jose Luis “Chele” Gonzales and Spanish Chef Paco Bermudez, they make their dishes remain done the traditional […]
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  • Century City Mall
  • Makati
  • Spanish
    • Ricing Bowl

    Ricing Bowl

    Rice bowls done Your Way If you’ve ever fancied a bowl of rice as something more than, well, a bowl of rice, then Ricing Bowl in Makati is the place for you. A “RICING” PROSPECT. Ricing Bowl in Makati takes a bowl of rice and lets you have your way with it. Ricing Bowl takes the humble bowl of rice and elevates it with, as the restaurant puts it, “great combinations of veggies, meats, and Asian sauces.” OPTIONS. You’re given a choice from these three favourites (from L-R): Lemongrass Fish, Liempo, and Pandan Chicken, which, sadly, no photo was available. This is not, however, your standard fall-in-line, pick-from-our-menu kind of […]
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  • Makati
  • Concept dining
  • Filipino
  • Concept dining
    • Naimas Restaurant

    Naimas Restaurant

    Ilocos is one of the places in the Philippines where you can embark on a food trip adventure. But the good news is, you don’t have to go that far just to experience the Ilocano cuisine. Naimas Restaurant at Makati will help make your food trip dreams come true. Classic Ilocano dishes will always be served at this homey restaurant found at Legazpi Village, Makati City. You can find all-time favorites such as Bagnet, Kalderetang Kambing, Dinuguan, Sinigang, Papaitan and other homey dishes that you miss. MISSING HOME? Check out Naimas’ Ilocano cuisine and taste their sumptuous dishes. Photo grabbed from Naimas’ Facebook page. The culinary techniques used in preparing […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Hole in the Wall 2017
  • Filipino
  • Hole in the Wall 2017
    • Satinka Naturals Café

    Satinka Naturals Café

    Want organic? Visit Satinka Naturals, a quiet neighborhood cafe and health food restaurant located at Kamagong corner Chino Roces Avenue in Makati City. It is a one-stop shop and healthy haven, serving artisanal and organic dishes with ingredients from Cordillera Region and other local partner communities. Satinka derived its unique name from the Filipino words “sa atin ka” which means “it is our own.” Its advocacy is to propagate Kalinga’s (a province in the Cordillera region) mountain culture to the busy metro. The café started in June 2007, selling home-care wellness products. The owners are passionately inspiring consumers to use naturally-made and handcrafted products that are good for both the […]
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  • Makati
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Healthy/Organic
    • Boulangerie22

    Boulangerie22

    Classic artisan method meets state of the art baking machines  —  Boulangerie22 is a fusion of traditional principles with a modern twist, bringing forth melts-in-your-mouth bread and pastries, with a commissary that’s first of its kind here in the Philippines. White Chocolate Christmas Forest (P699) Set to open in four key areas in the metro, Boulangerie 22 is here to spoil you with mouthwatering croissants, crispy baguettes, and decadent cakes ̶ all, which are made fresh daily by a group of dedicated bakers, making their masterpieces from scratch. The passion poured into each recipe is enough for anyone to surrender to these savory treats. Open up your senses and let […]
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  • Makati
  • Mandaluyong
  • Quezon City
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Desserts
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Desserts
    • Yoshida Seimen Yokohama Ramen

    Yoshida Seimen Yokohama Ramen

    COME IN FOR RAMEN. Enjoy ramen goodness and other scrumptious dishes.   Yoshida Seimen Yokohama RAMEN was launched in Yokohama, Japan back in 2006. After 8 years, it opened a branch in Yokosuka and later on in 2014 opened a branch in the Philippines. The restaurant’s interior uses light color tones and wooden furniture to create a wider space.   BEST THREE. Yoshida Seimen’s three flavourful dishes. Dumplings at P160, Grilled Salmon at P260, and Japanese style ramen at P350, or half size for P175.   The restaurant’s highly recommended dish is the soup made from pork and chicken bones that the chef personally taught the staff how to make. […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen

    YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen

    YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen, originally from Yokohama, opened in October 17 at Jupiter, Makati. It is brought by Yakiniku Zanmai, a famous barbecue restaurant that has been successfully operating several branches around Japan for at least fifteen years. The restaurant has a modern concept that lets customers feel the Japanese-style of hospitality. It is owned by two Japanese who aimed to deliver the luxurious beef flavor from Japan to Manila. Find fresh and quality meat in Manila. Enjoy a banquet of grilled meat here. The owners highly recommend two dishes: Wagyu-Tokujo Karubi and Harami which are both for P690. The restaurant has 12 tables good six people each. It also offers […]
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • Japanese 2018
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
  • Yakiniku
    • Noodle & Co.

    Noodle & Co.

    Those working in the Makati cbd looking for a quick Chinese food fix for lunch can drop by Noodle & Co. Located at the second level of the world-class, sky-reflecting building Zuellig, this inexpensive and straightforward Sino-grub spot is perfect for the office worker who wants to enjoy a quick lunch as he or she keeps up with the urban pace. The modern oriental diner offers various choices of reasonably-priced dishes. Its main offering is, as the name suggests, noodles, plus a bunch of other food like the popular Chinese dimsum specialties that are plump and juicy. Try its delicious Chinese-style noodle dish topped with wantons and vegetables for only […]
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  • Makati Avenue
  • Makati
  • Chinese
    • Red Table

    Red Table

    The very oriental red and white signboard of this Korean restaurant is hard to miss on the 3rd floor of RCBC Plaza Tower 2. Red Table, a casual, quick-service diner offers budget-friendly Korean dishes perfect for those who want to try a variety without having to spend much. From their noodle dishes to their popular Bibimbap, which you can customize to suit your taste, Red Table provides true Korean dish goodness in all its branches. It is also popular for its Onigiris (rice balls wrapped in nori) which come in two variants: the tuna & mayonnaise (P60) and kimchi (P55). An onigiri is wrapped separately from a sheet of dried […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Korean
    • Tien Tien Hotpot Restaurant in Makati

    Tien Tien Hotpot Restaurant in Makati

    The popular restaurant is known for its authentic Chinese hotpot, the taste of which has been consistent since it opened in Makati in 1990. Living up to its name Tien Tien, which means everyday in Chinese, they serve fresh seafood and vegetable hotpot dishes daily. Hearty Hotpot Meat Set (Regular/P890) You can choose from plain, satay and coriander flavored soups, and add seasonings like garlic, chili and green onions as you desire. They also offer a la carte dishes such as sweet-sour pork, spare ribs and noodles. Delivery service is available for its a la carte menu. There is a fish tank beside the entrance, and three private dining rooms […]
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  • Makati Avenue
  • Makati
  • Hot Pot 2017
  • Chinese
  • Hot Pot 2017
    • La Cabrera in Makati: Home of Fine Argentine Steak

    La Cabrera in Makati: Home of Fine Argentine Steak

    La Cabrera brings you their authentic Argentine steak in the metro.
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Steakhouse
  • Argentinian
  • Steakhouse
    • Caramia

    Caramia

    Caramia is the sweet spot in all Amici Restaurants, literally! All Amici branches have this delightful gelato shop and there are some stand-alone Caramia branches as well. Here, authentic Italian gelato is freshly made everyday. They also offer signature gelato cakes and slices for that perfectly satisfying dessert. Colorful and luscious gelatos in full display at their showcase Punctuate your Italian dining experience with Caramia gelato and you’re sure to completely satisfy your palate. Choose from their various gelati as well as their seasonal gelato flavors, the newest addition are Turtle Pie, Mango Cream Pie, and Chunky Monkey. You can also indulge in their all-new Gelato Sundaes, Pistachio Strawberry Delight […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Desserts
  • Desserts
    • Amici

    Amici

    Amici evolved from the service-from-the-heart initiative of Fr. Gianluigi Colombo, an Italian priest in charge of overseeing the operations of the Don Bosco Printing Press. In 1994, in support of the school’s employees, he proposed to start a canteen in Don Bosco School to meet the need of the school’s employees for an access to good food during lunch breaks. He got permitted and the result was an Italian delicatessen canteen called Amici di Don Bosco (Friends of Don Bosco). The school cafeteria became a business entity that served the employees and the students of the school. It was later on expanded as a franchise restaurant in Manila in 2007. […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Bornga

    Bornga

    ‘Original Korean Taste’ is how Bornga presents itself. And it has been offering nothing less than that to its local and foreign diners since the popular Korean restaurant opened its first branch in the Philippines last year. Its main restaurant is in Seoul and has more than 80 branches across Asia, a testament to the restaurant’s continuing success. The airy and classic-styled dining space At Bornga, you can enjoy authentic Korean flavors with ingredients that are imported from Korea. Its most popular dish is Masinchang Samgyeopsal (P390) that comes in soy sauce or spicy sauce. Vegetable lovers are sure to love its 7 to 9 kinds of fresh locally-grown Korean […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Korean 2018
  • Korean
  • Korean 2018
    • Poco Deli

    Poco Deli

    ‘Poco deli’ means ‘a small diner‘ in Italian. The lovely little restaurant has a cozy, wooden-themed interior that gives off that country atmosphere of European charm, complete with barrels and brick walls; there is definitely nothing to belittle about this dining place. From its stylish decor to its menu and service, expect to be impressed and your big appetite to be satisfied.  The rustic-style restaurant is accented with beer barrels and brick walls. A must-try here are their firm and juicy homemade sausages, like lamb sausages, small Nurnberger sausages and chicken sausages; all are filled with savory goodness. There are also packed sausages available that cost P170-230 for 200-300g. German […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Ninak

    Ninak

    Asian flavors and staples Ninak, derived from kanin (flipped to coin a unique name) which means rice in Filipino is a one-stop restaurant for Southeast Asian flavors and popular staples. Here you can take a gastronomic trip to Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines through their dishes. With rice as its culinary centerpiece, a major mainstay in Southeast Asian cuisine, the restaurant brings to the table comfort, flavors, and culinary cultures. The restaurant is owned and managed by the Jose brothers, who also gave us the popular gourmet burger chain in the metro, the Brothers Burger. Ninak started as a food delivery service outlet in Ortigas and Pasong […]
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  • Makati
  • Pasig
  • Kapitolyo
    • Gyumon Yakiniku Restaurant

    Gyumon Yakiniku Restaurant

    GYUMON is an authentic Yakiniku restaurant that has branches in Makati and Pan Pacific Hotel, Malate. Here in GYUMON, meat imported from America and Australia is charbroiled. Gyumon’s beef rib eye is nice and tender. This, together with their prime short rib, is  said to be two of the most popular among the suggested dishes. —- Yukhoe (fresh meat top with egg and sesame sead) -Yukhoe Yakiniku If you are wondering which dishes on the menu you should order, check out the Bestseller 3 (P1,100). If you still have room in your tummy after that, try the Yakiniku (prime short rib, cow tongue, and outside skirt) which has a flavorful taste and an affordable […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Manila
  • Malate
  • Japanese
  • Yakiniku
    • Casa Armas (CLOSED)

    Casa Armas (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. Casa Armas is the perfect classy restaurant that offers Spanish cuisine in the heart of Makati. The ambiance and vibe inside Casa Armas is just perfect for a date, business meeting or family gathering. The open space, large window and their high ceiling make the place feel much bigger. Every night, there are men serenading the customers to make the experience more fun and unforgettable. –   Pella Negra (Php 895 for half-order, Php 1,495 for whole order) –Gambas al ajillo (P365) Gambas al ajillo is a succulent shrimp dish that is sautéed with olive oil and garlic. This is an excellent […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Feature of the Month
  • Makati
  • Spanish 2017
  • Spanish
  • Feature of the Month
  • Spanish 2017
    • UCC Mentore

    UCC Mentore

    UCC (Ueshima Coffee Co.) is known as one of Japan’s oldest coffee shops. Here in the Philippines, it is popular for its specialty shops and is known to be the pioneer of Japanese-style coffee making. UCC puts a premium on the beans it uses and the quality of the coffee it makes. Considered as one of the drivers of the Third Wave Coffee movement, UCC offers an exceptional coffee experience that has been well-received by Filipinos. Popular among the older generations, UCC has lately been drawing the young market as well. Since Filipinos are passionate food lovers, all of UCC concept stores have revamped their menu to cater to the […]
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • Cafe
  • Desserts
  • SM Aura
  • Japanese
  • Cafe
  • Desserts
    • Kichitora of Tokyo: A Distinct Taste of Ramen

    Kichitora of Tokyo: A Distinct Taste of Ramen

    Kichitora of Tokyo brings their famous chicken-broth based ramen to the shores of the Philippines.
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • SM Megamall
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Lucia Ristorante: A Taste of Italian Flavors and Flair

    Lucia Ristorante: A Taste of Italian Flavors and Flair

    Lucia Ristorante is a semi-fine dining restaurant that serves authentic and classic Italian dishes. Frequented by mostly urbanites and lovers of fine flavors, this chic restaurant is located at the ground floor of Hotel Celeste, an elegant boutique hotel in Makati near the cosmopolitan Greenbelt and Glorietta. Started by the famous Italian Chef Davide Lombardi, the man behind Lombardi’s Italian authentic chain, he combined his passion and expertise in the culinary arts and shared his classic epicurean recipes with his newfound home, the Philippines. Lucia Ristorante is currently run by The Cravings Group, renowned for operating a successful chain of restaurants, cafés and a premier culinary school in the country. […]
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  • A. Arnaiz Avenue
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Sprout

    Sprout

    Eating healthy is in and what’s supposed to be a trendy fad is turning out to be a lifestyle that’s here to stay. Eating in Salcedo is no different. Along the streets of Rufino and Valero is Sprout, with an image of young leaves sprouting out right above the store name. Opened in 2015, Sprout sells fresh organic food that can be eaten soon after it has been purchased. For those who are on the run, paninis and sandwiches made of fresh organic ingredients are available. Premium coffee and other special beverages such as Bright Eyes (to boost energy) and Ginger Jab (to warm the body) They also have rice […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Healthy/Organic
    • Z Hostel Café + Bar Now Open

    Z Hostel Café + Bar Now Open

    The chic and sleek Z Hostel in Poblacion Makati finally extends its door to hungry hippies as it opens the Z Café + Bar. The café offers classic Filipino dishes such as Sinigang na Baka and Bagnet. If that’s not enough to satisfy a hungry stomach then better opt for the guilty pleasure Crispy Pata or Sizzling Sisig. After a good time eating, what better way to relax but with an iced cold beer which is enjoyed best at the roof deck of Z Hostel. There are a lot of things happening at the roof deck whether that be beer pong competitions, live bands, or anything in between. More than […]
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  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • Cafe
    • Paper Moon Cake Boutique and Cafe of Tokyo

    Paper Moon Cake Boutique and Cafe of Tokyo

    Where sweet dreams are made – one layer at a time Acclaimed to be among the finest and best desserts in Tokyo, the exquisite cake creations of Tokyo’s Grand Dame of Specialty Cakes, Madame Kazuko Emy Wada, are now served in Manila with the much-awaited opening of Paper Moon Cake Boutique and Cafe. With branches on the first floor of Glorietta 3 and on the 4th floor of TriNoma, dessert lovers from North to South can now get to experience Paper Moon’s signature offering, the Original Mille Crepe, literally meaning “a thousand crepes,” more popularly known as the “Crepe Cake.” Madame Emy’s creation is an exquisite masterpiece of no less […]
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  • Glorietta
  • Quezon City
  • Cafe
  • Cafe 2018
  • TriNoma Mall
  • Cafe
  • Cafe 2018
    • Saboten, Makati: The Authentic Katsu and Japanese Comfort Food Experience (CLOSED)

    Saboten, Makati: The Authentic Katsu and Japanese Comfort Food Experience (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. Saboten is the only franchise venture of Raintree Group of Restaurants specializing in Katsu, a popular Japanese cutlet specialty made from deep-fried meat coated with bread crumbs. This Japanese concept restaurant started in the neighborhood of Shinjuku, Tokyo where its maiden shop opened in 1966. Saboten is now considered as one of the largest Tonkatsu chains with over 500 outlets in Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Canada, China and now in the Philippines with branches in Serendra Global City and Glorieta 5 in Makati. Also read: Saboten in BGC: Home of Decades-Old Original Katsu Dining in Saboten is like being […]
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Taguig
  • Hot Pot 2017
  • Serendra
  • Japanese
  • Hot Pot 2017
  • Tonkatsu