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Passion by Gerard Dubois (Closed)

Passion by Gerard Dubois (Closed)

(UPDATE: This restaurant is closed.) Rumors have been circulating that Passion by Gerard Dubois will soon have a shop in Manila! Passion by Gerard Dubois offers pastries, Danish, bread and confectionaries. Passion, together with La Rose Noir also owned by Gerard Dubois, is rumoured to open sometime between the third week of January and first week of February. Passion currently has 5 shops across Hong Kong and China, all supplied by La Rose Noir who has three factories, with one located in Clark, Pampanga, Philippines. The La Rose Noir factory in Pampanga produces products for both Passion in Hong Kong and China and soon, in the Philippines. Earl Grey and […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Atelier Vivanda by a Michelin-starred chef will soon open in BGC

    Atelier Vivanda by a Michelin-starred chef will soon open in BGC

    One of the most awaited international franchises has finally made it onto Philippine shores! Michelin-starred Chef Akrame Benallal’s Atelier Vivanda will have a public opening in Bonifacio Global City on January 22, with its grand launch slated for February 5. RUSTIC YET CLASSY. A photo of the restaurant’s interior from its Hong Kong branch. Photo courtesy of Atelier Vivanda Facebook page. For those who are not familiar with the franchise, Atelier Vivanda is a French bistro-style restaurant that serves meat and potatoes in a variety of ways. It serves as the more affordable little brother to the two-Michelin starred chef’s signature restaurant Akrame, which has branches in Paris and Hong […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • French
    • Frank & Dean

    Frank & Dean

    Manila’s Contemporary Kitchen and Café Newest Discovery Note: Frank & Dean relaunched last year and have done a couple of tweaks. Here’s our latest article about them: Frank & Dean in BGC Frank & Dean is one of the hottest and hippest restaurants in the middle of the central business district of Forbes Town Center in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City. The cafe’s name is derived from two music legends, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Casually dubbed as “Café & Kitchen,” the restaurant offers top-notch coffee and staples of hearty comfort food confined in a stunningly retro-themed neighborhood hang-out place. Frank & Dean is another innovative concept from the same team behind the […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Cafe
  • American
  • Cafe
    • Oudon

    Oudon

    If you think you’ve seen enough Japanese restaurants around, Oudon gives you more reasons to choose and love its presence in the city. Oudon, a Japanese restaurant located in The Forum BGC, takes pride in its noodle dishes. Specializing in udon and soba, locals and expats looking for a straightforward Japanese dining experience come here and find exactly that. Its clean, minimalist interiors give it a very Japanese vibe enabling you to savor your meal just as you should. Oudon offers a wide range of flavors from noodles to rice meals Oudon serves a wide array of dishes from noodles to rice meals, even serving extra noodles for free when you […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese
    • Casa Italia in BGC offers classic Italian favorites

    Casa Italia in BGC offers classic Italian favorites

    Located in Bonifacio Global City in Taguig, Casa Italia, Singapore’s largest Italian café chain, offers yet another Italian gustatory experience to indulge in the generous servings of their menu staples such as pizza, pastries, and beverages.
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Cafe
  • Desserts
  • Pizza
  • Italian
  • Cafe
  • Desserts
  • Pizza
    • Burgos Eats: A Community for Foodies

    Burgos Eats: A Community for Foodies

    They said that you can have everything, but not all at once, although Max’s Group, Inc (MGi) believes that you can with their newly launched dining concept Burgos Eats. Their prominent brands such as Yellow Cab, Pancake House, Teriyaki Boy, Krispy Kreme and Jamba Juice have been all gathered together in a shared space where diners can have the best of five brands all in one sitting. The multi-format dining concept of MGi allows diners to order items on the menu from the five restaurants within the shared space. There’s no need to worry anymore if you’re getting your Japanese fix at Teriyaki Boy but at the same time craving […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Burgos Circle
  • Concept dining
  • Concept dining
    • 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
    • Chelsea Grand Cafe in Serendra, BGC: Comfy Gourmet Fare

    Chelsea Grand Cafe in Serendra, BGC: Comfy Gourmet Fare

    Inspired by the iconic Chelsea Market (an enclosed food hall, shopping mall, office building and television production facility located in the Chelsea neighborhood of Manhattan NYC), Chelsea Grand Café has been known for its signature gourmet comfort food made from only the freshest ingredients. Chelsea is another innovative concept under the Raintree Restaurants Group. Refreshing and homey. Chelsea Grand Café is all these and more with its inviting ambiance and menu. This café is a perfect place for romantic dates, social and business gatherings and the like. Once seated inside, you will be greeted by the scent and sight of their homemade freshly baked products, displayed fresh fruits and vegetables […]
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  • Taguig
  • Cafe
  • Salad 2017
  • Serendra
  • Cafe
  • Salad 2017
    • Go Bento

    Go Bento

    “All our food are cooked and made fresh! Everyone deserves a fresh meal!” Backing their words, Go Bento is the newest grab-and-go stop in town that serves delicious, freshly-cooked modern Japanese food for quick take-outs. This concept is all about customizing your bento and enjoying a speedy but healthy meal in-store or to-go. Food is displayed on shelves on either warm or cold display. Customers can create their personalized bento by picking and filling their tray with a starter, a bento rice meal, and add-ons. Payment is made after and the meal is yours to take! You can get your fill of your Japanese favourites for 200-250 pesos in this […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Healthy/Organic
    • Adaäm and Yves Organic Bistro (CLOSED)

    Adaäm and Yves Organic Bistro (CLOSED)

    UPDATE: Adaäm and Yves Organic Bistro is closed Adaäm & Yves is an all-day brunch bistro that serves a c​leverly curated selection of local and international breakfast favorites, made entirely from fresh, premium, and sustainably-sourced produce. It’s comfort food without the guilt! The name’s reference to Adam and Eve aptly gives us pictures of this bistro that recently opened in Bonifacio Global City – Garden of Eden, natural, pure, organic, fresh greens. And yes, its menu brings these on the table as the owners partnered up with several local farms and suppliers in sourcing out the cleanest and freshest ingredients for the menu. Ensuring that the dishes are the healthier kind […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Healthy/Organic
    • 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
    • A Flavorful Adventure with Baskin-Robbins

    A Flavorful Adventure with Baskin-Robbins

    Enjoy a world-class ice cream experience with Baskin-Robbins as the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops brings Filipinos its famous signature offerings. Baskin-Robbins flavors are worth raving about since each tastes like a sweet adventure anyone can enjoy. Never miss a time to get a scoop as the global brand also offers seasonal flavors that you don’t want to miss. For one, the delightful Caramel Turtle Truffle is a definite sweet satisfaction. Aside from their signature ice cream selections, Baskin-Robbins offers some equally awesome refreshments like Milkshakes and Coffee-based beverages. You can also celebrate with or without an occasion each time you get yourself one of their heavenly […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Ogawa Traditional Japanese Restaurant in BGC

    Ogawa Traditional Japanese Restaurant in BGC

    Carefully thought and with intricate design and architecture, Ogawa promises customers to have the experience of being in Japan with their vibe and dishes.
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese 2018
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
    • Stella Wood Fired Bistro

    Stella Wood Fired Bistro

    Roasted and Fired Up at STELLA Stella is a wood fire bistro located at Bonifacio High Street where you can savor a fresh cuisine of West Coast, the Mediterranean, and South America. The dishes are cooked using natural wood, a cooking technique that allows the flavor aromas to bloom. Dig-in to their Black Pepper Crab Cream (P295) a light and refreshing pasta consisting of malagos pecorino and a fresh lemon that makes the difference. Taste the difference of a wood fire pizza such as their Cured Bacon (P350) consisting of double smoked bacon, maple cured, carbonara cream, and eggs. Enjoy a heartful snack with their Piri Piri Chilean Mussels (P550) […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Greek & Mediterranean
    • FAT Restaurant

    FAT Restaurant

    Unique Concept, Substantial Flavors One of Manila’s breakthrough restaurants centrally located in Burgos Circle in Bonifacio Global City offers the quirky concept of comfort and unapologetic food combined. FAT (yes, the unhealthy stuff) Restaurant has been creating buzz among the growing foodies population in the metro. This new fat-themed restaurant helmed by Chef Khel Zaguirre of the famous Locavore in Kapitolyo Pasig City introduces popular all-time favorite dishes with interesting twists that are rich and tasty in a substantial way. The look of this modern 2-floor restaurant is simple, stripped-down, and straightforward with a contemporary feel. Its themed paintings, plain tables and wooden chairs and subdued hanging lamps give the diner a […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Concept dining
  • Filipino
  • Concept dining
    • Vibe Cafe

    Vibe Cafe

    A Chill-Out Café that Nourishes Both Body & Mind Directly adjacent to LIFE Yoga Center is a café that aims to nourish more than just your body. VIBE Café is technically part of the yoga studio, but its eclectic mix of tea, coffee and healthy offerings provide much-needed nourishment both to the yogis and mall-goers alike. A chilled out coffee spot right in the middle of Burgos Circle Located at the second floor of the Forbes Town Mall, beside LiFE Yoga Center, Vibe is also the brainchild of the same people behind LiFE. According to Noelle Rodriguez, the young president behind the undertaking, VIBE was the product of their desire […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Cafe
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Cafe
  • Healthy/Organic
    • Earth Kitchen

    Earth Kitchen

    Within the modern, vibrant, fast-paced Bonifacio Global City High Street and the bustling Katipunan Avenue in Quezon City is a piece of the earth where deliciously healthy food abound–the Earth Kitchen. Earth Kitchen is a new and exciting entrant in the growing trend of healthy organic and creative cuisine cafes and restaurants in hip commercial and business areas in the metro. It was birthed from the combined legacy of good food in a taste-of-home style, and an advocacy to support, showcase and sustain local and indigenous farmers and partner communities in the Philippines. Earth Kitchen is a partnership project of Hizon’s Catering, Got Heart Foundation, Chef David Hizon and Chef […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Taguig
  • Healthy/Organic
  • Healthy/Organic
    • SARSA Kitchen+Bar

    SARSA Kitchen+Bar

    It’s a given that any restaurant, if handled by Chef JP Anglo, is bound to be a hit, so it’s no surprise to see the hype and attention that SARSA Kitchen + Bar is getting. Nestled at Bonifacio Global City, SARSA anchors itself as one of big boys in the vicinity where the competitive dining scene can get really tough. Chef JP Anglo flirts our palate with his contemporary Negrense cooking that causes an uproar of guests during peak hours, try your luck as a walk-in, although reserving ahead is more convenient. – Looks peaceful, but not during peak hours! Make sure to arrange a reservation in advance. – One […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Filipino
    • LIT Manila in BGC: The Most Excellent Japanese Whiskey in the Metro

    LIT Manila in BGC: The Most Excellent Japanese Whiskey in the Metro

    Looking for a place to sample Japanese whiskey at it's finest? Look no further that LIT Manila in Serendra to sample a shot of some of the rarest and most precious bottle of whiskey.
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  • Taguig
  • BGC Restaurant 2019
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Hole in the Wall 2017
  • Serendra
  • BGC Restaurant 2019
  • Bar and Resto
  • Hole in the Wall 2017
    • NOLITA (CLOSED)

    NOLITA (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. We’re always on the hunt for the best pizza in town, and arguably, NOLITA (North of Little Italy) tops the charts as one of the best with their New York Style Pizza nestled at Bonifacio Global City. – Laid-back-urban vibe with picnic tables that makes it cozy – The main star is, of course, their authentic New York style pizza, which is offered by the slice or bought as a whole pie, boasting a diameter of around 20-22, although the former being the usual choice, it’s because a slice is more than enough to feed your hungry tummy with its enormous […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Pizza
  • Pizza
    • The Hungry Hound + Niner Ichi Nana (CLOSED)

    The Hungry Hound + Niner Ichi Nana (CLOSED)

    UPDATED as of January 15, 2019: This restaurant is CLOSED. Hungry Hound + Niner Ichi Nana has been the talk of the town lately. Hungry Hound, a gastropub famed for their draft beer, a selection of craft beers, and gourmet grubs. While Niner Ichi Nana, is a haven for cocktails in which they can also craft a bespoke cocktail of your choice. – The Hungry Hound – Hungry Hound is has a hip-and-chic ambiance where you can munch on their hearty grub and your throat with a pint of beer, as you share laughs and stories with your buddies. – – Niner Ichi Nana takes a sleeker persona where you can […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Bar and Resto
    • Mecha Uma

    Mecha Uma

    A passion-drive project conceived by Bruce Ricketts gave birth to Mecha Uma, a restaurant boasting a global cuisine intertwined with Japanese nuances. The menu offers a seasonal tasting in which ingredients are airflown from Japan. It also utilizes local organic produce. Tucked in a little corner, where everything is quiet contrary to the usual scene in BGC, is Mecha Uma. Mecha Uma is an abbreviation of a Japanese expression, mechakucha and umai meaning absurd, and unreasonably delicious, which fittingly reflects the quality of their food. Start with this fresh Tuna (P255) abundant in rich flavors, sandwich in coconut tuile responsible for keeping all the ingredients intact. – Tuna (P255) with […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Japanese
    • Marmalade Kitchen

    Marmalade Kitchen

    Marmalade Kitchen is a restaurant that makes one feel at home because of its delicious home-cooked meals prepared by Chef Aileen Anastacio of the popular Goodies n’ Sweets The restaurant also has a dedicated space for a kitchen studio where Chef Aileen hosts cooking classes and seminars. Lined-up in the counter are take-home goodies that will catch your attention the moment you step inside. Their menu is simple yet oozes wonderful flavors like the Marmalade’s Bananas and Toffee Sauce (P290) consisting slabs of pancakes with slices of bananas and topped-off with toffee sauce. Truly a heartful meal for the soul. – Bananas and Toffee Sauce – Chef Aileen explores her […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Cafe
  • Cafe
    • Donosti Pintxos y Tapas

    Donosti Pintxos y Tapas

    Donosti has forged a reputation as a must-eat tapas place. If you find yourself in Bonifacio Global City, then this is definitely a must-try.
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  • Feature of the Month
  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Spanish 2017
  • Spanish
  • Feature of the Month
  • Spanish 2017
    • ZAO Vietnamese Bistro

    ZAO Vietnamese Bistro

    One of the things you need to know about Vietnamese cuisines is that they are most famous for their distinct noodle soups whose base boasts a rich broth. If you are thinking of trying one, ZAO Vietnamese Bistro should be in your list of must-eat Vietnamese restaurants located at Serendra, Bonifacio Global City. – – Inside ZAO is small-cozy bistro with lavish red interiors that blends well with one another. The food is another story. The harmony of wonderful flavors is what makes the Vietnamese cuisine a favorite in the Asian gastronomy. – – One of their best-sellers is the ZAO PHO (P265), a noodle soup with a rich, clear […]
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  • Taguig
  • Asian Restaurants 2017
  • Serendra
  • Vietnamese
  • Asian Restaurants 2017
    • Desiderata Lounge

    Desiderata Lounge

    A combination of gastronomical prowess, good taste in music and mid-century interiors are the essential things that make Desiderata Lounge a desirable place to dine and drink while reveling the good things in life. It is located at a rather quiet area of BGC, perhaps an intentional choice as to reflect the desire for a chic and cozy lounge experience where you might expect Fitzgerald, Bill Evans or even Hemingway to hang out in the evenings if they were still alive. Mindful of both external and internal aspect, the cozy lounge also has a well-curated music playlist ranging from blues, jazz, soul, and funk while the volume is tempered accordingly […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Bar and Resto
    • BB Brand

    BB Brand

    A Taste of Italy The unparalleled success of B.B. Brand in Tokyo has inspired it to soar higher and farther, and has led to the birth of B.B. Brand in the Philippines located at Bonifacio Global City. The only objective of BB Brand is to provide a healthy and affordable Italian dining experience. – – B.B. Brand’s menu consists of daily in-house, freshly made baked goods and traditional Tuscan hand-made pastas. The BB experience can’t falter on the hands of Chef Mogi, who trained in Italy. His CV speaks for itself, boasting 20 years of experience in bringing the taste of Tuscany right on people’s plates. – – Enjoy your […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Italian
    • The Palace Pool Club

    The Palace Pool Club

    The clubbing experience just got better with The Palace Pool Club, the first day club of its kind in the metro where swimming pools and club music are fused together to deliver you the ultimate pool party. The Palace Pool Club is part of the grandiose project of The Palace, one of the hottest nightlife destinations nestled at Bonifacio Global City. Enjoy the everyday summer vibe at the Palace Pool Club, and party day-and-night as the pool palace opens as early as 11:00 AM and closes as late as 5:00 AM The entrance fee is FREE from Sunday to Thursday, while Saturday’s entrance fee will cost you PHP 800 inclusive […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bar and Resto
  • Greek & Mediterranean
  • Bar and Resto
    • Farmacy

    Farmacy

    Mention ice cream, and everyone gets excited. And it’s not just the kids. Ice cream has become an ultimate comfort indulgence, and the adults, too, have lined up in ice cream shops for a scoop or two. At Farmacy, renowned bakery Wildflour’s sweet spin-off by chefs Marge and Walt Manzke and Ana de Ocampo, this couldn’t be any truer. – Exterior of Farmacy – Designed like the vintage soda fountains shops we know from movies (but in more muted tones), Farmacy offers a wide selection of freshly made ice cream that it takes several minutes to choose. For starters, they’ve got sundaes, which are recommended if you’ve got a hankering […]
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  • Taguig
  • Bonifacio Global City
  • Desserts
  • Desserts