Ipponyari in Alabang: Casual Japanese Dining in the South
Japanese food fans in the Metro have another delightful reason to celebrate! Aside from its popular and cherished branch in Laguna, Ipponyari Japanese Restaurant warmly welcomes diners at its Alabang location, which offers an authentic taste of Japanese soul food.
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Simply put, Ipponyari boasts a diverse menu filled with beloved classics like ramen, sushi, sashimi, curry, tempura, rice bowls, and even select Chinese dishes. Patrons particularly adore their ramen and udon noodles.
Their Shio Butter Ramen (Php 400), is a ramen creation with butter, crunchy bean sprouts, nori, and tender slices chashu pork in a salt-based broth is a must-try to say the least. It’s buttery, hearty, and screams full indulgence.
Shio Butter Moyashi Ramen / IMAGE from Ipponyari
Meanwhile, their Chashumen (Php 400), is a hearty bowl of ramen topped with eight slices of their homemade chashu pork, menma, nori, and scallions. It’s super filling, perfect for those moments when you’re craving a heaping bowl of noodles in a nice, hot broth.
Chasumen / IMAGE from Ipponyari
For something guilt-free, try their Nagasaki Champon (Php 410), a healthy ramen creation from Nagasaki prefecture inspired by Chinese cuisine. It’s a noodle creation that’s salty, thick, and umami topped with a generous portions of shrimp, pork, carrot, cabbage, scallions…all the good stuff.
Nagasaki Champon / IMAGE from Ipponyari
For starters or as a ramen side dish, try Ipponyari’s Gyoza (Php 200). It’s a well-loved version of a dumpling stuffed from vegetables and special seasonings, pan-fried to perfection. Dip it in soy sauce for an extra dose of umami goodness.
Gyoza / IMAGE from Ipponyari
Next, try Ipponyari’s super fresh Chirashi Sushi. The chefs prepare these beauties using only the freshest of ingredients such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, and squid over fluffy steamed Japanese rice. Try it with a bit of wasabi or shoyu (Japanese soy sauce) to enhance the flavor.
Chirashi Sushi / IMAGE from Ipponyari
You will surprised with this resto’s Tempura, in all its fried glory. Each shrimp is coated in tempura batter and deep-fried to perfection. It’s crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Every bite is a mouthful of flavors.
Tempura / IMAGE from Ipponyari
Aside from these, Ipponyari also serves donburi, soba, curry rice, grilled dishes, rice bowls, and MANY MORE. You will be blown by how diverse their menu is!
Katsu Curry / IMAGE from Ipponyari
Soba Tempura / IMAGE from Ipponyari
Yakinikudon / IMAGE from Ipponyari
Every dish is complemented by the premium, domestically grown Koshihikari rice, known for its delightful texture, and subtle flavor.
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You may enjoy these and more in their cozy and inviting Alabang branch, which offers a warm ambiance that perfectly complements the authentic Japanese dining experience. The interiors feature a blend of traditional Japanese elements with a modern twist, creating an atmosphere that’s both serene and welcoming.
Soft lighting, wooden accents, and Japanese-inspired decor make it an ideal spot for intimate meals, family gatherings, or even casual dining with friends.
IMAGE from Ipponyari
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Expanding their offerings, Ipponyari Japanese Restaurant has recently ventured into catering services. Whether it’s a cozy gathering at home or a grand corporate event, the restaurant confidently meets various dining needs with its extensive and customizable menu options.
Ipponyari has several branches across the southern part of Metro Manila and neighboring provinces: Calamba and Sta. Rosa, Laguna, The Outlets at Lipa, Batangas, and Dasmariñas, Cavite near Langkaan Bridge. They offer the same experience you can expect from the Alabang branch as the management ensure to maintain consistency in quality of their Japanese dishes across all locations.
With genuine Japanese tastes and warm hospitality, Ipponyari in Alabang is set to become another treasured spot for both devoted fans and curious newcomers alike.
