Momojia in Makati: Serving China’s Famous Rougamo
Momojia is a Chinese restaurant located on the 2nd Floor of The Grid Co-Living in Makati, introducing authentic Rougamo—also known as Roujiamo—to the Philippines.
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At Momojia, diners can experience the traditional Rougamo alongside modern variations inspired by classic Chinese flavors.
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Originating from Shaanxi, China, Roujiamo is a traditional street food consisting of slow-cooked, seasoned meat served inside a crispy flatbread. Often referred to as the “Chinese hamburger” its history dates back more than 2,000 years, making it one of the world’s oldest sandwiches. Originally enjoyed by travelers and workers, Roujiamo remains one of China’s most recognized street foods.
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One of the restaurant’s must-try dishes is the Mapo Tofu Rougamo, which combines its house-made mapo tofu with the restaurant’s signature crispy flatbread for a vegetarian take on the traditional sandwich.
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Guests looking for bolder flavors can try the Fried Mala Rougamo, featuring crispy flatbread filled with savory meat and the distinctive numbing spice of mala seasoning.
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Beyond Rougamo, the menu also includes the Garlic Eggplant Biang Biang, featuring hand-pulled Biang Biang noodles tossed with tender eggplant and a rich garlic sauce.
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By bringing Rougamo and other Chinese specialties to Makati, Momojia introduces diners to one of China’s oldest and most iconic street foods alongside traditional hand-pulled noodle dishes.
