Oden House in Pasay: Authentic Oden and Other Japanese Treats
Raise your hand if you’ve ever tried playing the android game Oden House A Heartwarming Tale. If you’ve played it, then the ending probably made you cry or choked-up. But we’re not here for the wonderful story. We’re here for the food.
Whether you’re an adventurous foodie or play safe kind of guy, chances are, the food at Oden Cart made you drool at some point. There was just something about the animation that made you crave for boiled egg or tofu. If the game tickled your curiosity for oden staples, you’re in luck! Though not a cart, Oden House is a great place if you’re looking for authentic Japanese food, including… oden!
Oden is a savory stew of various ingredients like fish cakes, daikon (Japanese radish), boiled eggs, and tofu simmered in a light, soy-flavored broth. Often enjoyed in the colder months, it is comfort food at its best—simple, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with friends or family.
Oden
This gem of a restaurant can be found in Pasay though you might have to play a game of hide-and-seek if you’re not familiar with the Magic Star Square. If you’re unsure if you’re in the right area, the smell of broth will tell you that you’re close.
For starters, you have to try their Oden. It’s served like a sampler platter so you don’t have to make any hard decisions. What’s a Japanese restaurant without some gyoza, right? One can say that their gyoza is unique because it’s made in-house. You might just ditch the frozen stuff after having theirs.
Gyoza
If you ask Oden House patrons what to order, there’s a huge possibility that they’ll say ramen. The broth takes 10 hours to cook so be prepared for a flavor fest. Oden House has a few choices but the Shoyu Ramen is always a good start.
Shoyu Ramen
Seafood Mix Ramen
Their extensive seafood menu is also a must-try. With the market literally just across the street from the restaurant, Oden House’s seafood is always guaranteed fresh. If you can’t get enough of ramen, then their Seafood Mix Ramen might just be what you need. They also recommend the Fresh Tuna Don, while those who want to take a step back from the heat could go for their Seafood Mix Don.
Fresh Tuna Don
Seafood Mix Don
The drink selection is as authentic as it gets, with a refrigerator stocked full of premium Japanese sake and a variety of canned Japanese and local beer, perfect for pairing with their mains and appetizers.
IMAGE from Oden House
As if authentic Japanese food isn’t enough to get everyone to Oden House, the restaurant also works around the concept of healthy food. Basically, there are no ingredients here that a normal human tongue can’t pronounce.
Chahan
Aside from Cartimar, Oden House also has a branch in Makati, specifically at located at Dela Rosa Carpark 1 in Legazpi Village. Like the main branch, it serves everything the Japanese restaurant is known for, including ramen, rice bowls, appetizers, and of course, oden. that makes it such a crowd-favorite to both Japanese expats and local foodies in the city.
Oden House – Makati / IMAGE from Oden House
If you’re looking for healthy, authentic Japanese food, look no further because Oden House has got your back!
