February 06, 2025

King Chef Seafood Restaurant in Binondo: Delectable Filipino-Chinese Cuisine and Dim Sum

Influenced by Chinese immigrants as far back as the 15th century, Filipino-Chinese cuisine is a flavorful fusion of Hokkien and Cantonese dishes, adapted over time to suit the Filipino palate. You can taste this blend in the use of sweet-savory soy, hoisin, and the love for noodles that both cultures share. This unique style of cooking is exactly what makes King Chef Seafood Restaurant in Binondo a must-visit spot for anyone craving authentic Filipino-Chinese flavors.

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Located on the second floor of Lucky Chinatown Mall, this restaurant has a bright and elegant interior. The golden chandeliers, sleek wooden details, and modern designs give it a classy yet cozy feel. Spacious round tables with lazy Susans are great for groups, while booths offer a more private dining experience.

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King Chef Seafood Restaurant offers an extensive menu filled with mouthwatering Cantonese and Filipino-Chinese dishes. Their roasted and appetizer section have must-try classics like Roast Duck (Php 420 for a quarter, Php 840 for half) and Peking Duck served in two ways (Php 1,750 for a half, Php 3,500 for a whole). For seafood lovers, order fresh prawns and crabs (market price) cooked in various way, Sauteed Squid in X.O. Sauce (starts at Php 490). Seasonal live seafood selections such as Steamed Lapu-Lapu (market price) are also available.

Don’t miss their wide variety of comfort food such as Beef Brisket Noodles (starts at Php 165) Stir-Fried Noodles (starts at Php 440), Fried Chicken with Salted Egg (starts at Php 480), Fish Fillet Congee (Php 240), and Boneless Pata Tim with Steamed Buns (Php 1,180 for large). Pair these with vegetable dishes like Braised Sea Cucumber with Black Mushroom (starts at Php 930) or Crispy Tofu in Mango Sauce (starts at Php 460).

Beef Brisket Noodles / IMAGE from KING CHEF Seafood Restaurant’s Facebook page

One of the highlights of dining here is their dim sum promo. Guests can avail a 50% discount from 2 – 5 p.m. and 8:30 – 10 p.m. and enjoy promo prices: Hakaw drop to Php 150 (from Php 200) and Salted Egg Bombs are just Php 120 (from Php 180).

With so many delicious choices, King Chef ensures a royal dining experience that’s worth every peso!

Salted Egg Bombs / IMAGE from Philippine Primer

King Chef also has VIP room rentals for private gatherings and events. From Monday to Thursday, VIP rooms are available for Php 8,000, while Friday to Sunday rates are Php 10,000, consumable for food and drinks. These rooms can accommodate from 12 – 16 people. The restaurant also caters larger events in a fine dining area that can host up to 220 guests.

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Additional charges include electricity at Php 1,000 for three hours, extensions at Php 500 per hour, and VIP room extensions for a minimum of four (4) hours. Corkage fees apply for lechon (Php 2,000) and liquor (For example, beer is rated at Php 50 per bottle/can). Guests can also enjoy bottomless drinks, such as iced tea (Php 1,100) and assorted soda (Php 1,700) for groups of three (3) tables or more. Outside food is NOT ALLOWED, except for birthday cakes.

So, if you’re a fan of classic Cantonese and Filipino-Chinese dishes or looking to explore new restaurants to try in Binondo, King Chef Seafood Restaurant will definitely make you come back for more.

P.S. They also have branches in Makati Alpha Suites, Barangays Manresa and Sta. Cruz in Quezon City, SM Cherry, and Ayala Malls Marina Bay.