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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
    • Boulangerie22

    Boulangerie22

    Classic artisan method meets state of the art baking machines  —  Boulangerie22 is a fusion of traditional principles with a modern twist, bringing forth melts-in-your-mouth bread and pastries, with a commissary that’s first of its kind here in the Philippines. White Chocolate Christmas Forest (P699) Set to open in four key areas in the metro, Boulangerie 22 is here to spoil you with mouthwatering croissants, crispy baguettes, and decadent cakes ̶ all, which are made fresh daily by a group of dedicated bakers, making their masterpieces from scratch. The passion poured into each recipe is enough for anyone to surrender to these savory treats. Open up your senses and let […]
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  • Makati
  • Mandaluyong
  • Quezon City
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Desserts
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Desserts
    • Wave

    Wave

    Looking for exquisite cuisine to complement lavish hotel lifestyle? Try out Wave at Nobu. The restaurant bar is located beside the Nobu Hotel’s pool, and it is open to both hotel guests and non-residents. Nobu Hotel offers a wide variety of international dishes such as American, European and Asian, using local and imported fresh ingredients. The hotel offers delectable dishes which absolutely harmonize with the hotel’s luxurious vibe. Its al fresco dining experience will surely make it a memorable restaurant that the guests will love. The restaurant also boasts of its relaxing ambiance, draped with an overhead wave of clouds which functions as the soft light mobile. This makes the […]
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  • Parañaque
  • City of Dreams
    • Nobu Manila

    Nobu Manila

    A curated buffet breakfast, a la carte, and an Omakase set dinner menu together with an extensive beverage selection are available daily at Nobu Manila
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  • Parañaque
  • City of Dreams
  • Japanese 2018
  • Fusion
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
    • Chaos

    Chaos

    The hottest nightclub in New York is finally here in Manila! For a supreme nightclub experience, choose Chaos. UPSCALE CLUBBING. If you’re up for urbane clubbing, Chaos offers you a sophisticated nightlife experience. Local and foreign acts define spectacular clubbing in this new nightclub in the Metro. With Chaos’ sophisticated interiors and lavish designs, it will definitely make your nightlife experience a great one. Here, twisted tree branches and candles create a mystical space to see. The nightclub’s VIP room with available tarot cards radiates a new age, avant-garde atmosphere. When it comes to entertainment, Chaos is certainly the best place to go to. Headlining this urbane experience are the […]
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  • Parañaque
  • Bar and Resto
  • City of Dreams
  • Bar and Resto
    • Pangaea

    Pangaea

    GO ELITE. Have a blast at this posh nightclub at City of Dream Manila’s Pangaea. If you want to experience elite clubbing, go to Pangaea. This Manila exclusive lounge is said to be the highest earning night club in the world, which targets the posh club goers and other A-list personalities who want high class services to suit their needs. The world-famous nightclub operator Michael Ault created Pangaea to be a place that breathes and echoes the glamorous 18th century England, making you feel like being inside a time capsule that opens up to the timeless sophistication of elite clubbing. Pangaea is home of urbane clubbing, lavish interiors with animal-skin […]
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  • Parañaque
  • Bar and Resto
  • City of Dreams
  • Bar and Resto
    • Don’s Original Spanish Churros

    Don’s Original Spanish Churros

    Hola, señoritos y señoritas! Make your break times delightful with Don’s Churros in your hand! Caption: CHOMP ON CHURROS. Handy packaging. Delicious fillings. Don’s Original Spanish Churros is just one of the few stalls that can give you yummy sweet bites, perfect for good to go snacks. Caption: DON’S CHURROS. Don’s Churros stall in Solenad, Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The owner is a lover of Spanish restaurants which is why he decided to come up with a kiosk that sells his favourite Spanish snack – churros! Don’s makes eating churros convenient through its thoughtful packaging. Choose from among their 4 variants of dips. You can have Chocolate, Dulce de Leche, Strawberry, […]
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  • Laguna
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Ryuma

    Ryuma

    Affordability. Flavors. Aesthetics. Enjoy scrumptious yet affordable Japanese meals in Ryuma, a Japanese restaurant located in Paseo de Sta. Rosa Laguna. It features lively interiors with a kawaii staff welcoming you with their warm greetings.   WELCOME TO RYUMA! A restaurant with delicious and affordable Japanese meals you can devour. HUNGRY? Look at this boat filled with delectable maki and sushi served by their kawaii staff THAT’S ENTERTAINMENT. Performers roam around the resto to sing customers’ requested songs.   When it comes to the menu, Ryuma serves rice meals, appetizers, hot and cold noodles, drinks, and desserts. What makes Ryuma great is its combination of tasty and affordable menu with […]
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  • Laguna
  • Kid-Friendly Restaurants 2017
  • Japanese
  • Kid-Friendly Restaurants 2017
    • Yoshida Seimen Yokohama Ramen

    Yoshida Seimen Yokohama Ramen

    COME IN FOR RAMEN. Enjoy ramen goodness and other scrumptious dishes.   Yoshida Seimen Yokohama RAMEN was launched in Yokohama, Japan back in 2006. After 8 years, it opened a branch in Yokosuka and later on in 2014 opened a branch in the Philippines. The restaurant’s interior uses light color tones and wooden furniture to create a wider space.   BEST THREE. Yoshida Seimen’s three flavourful dishes. Dumplings at P160, Grilled Salmon at P260, and Japanese style ramen at P350, or half size for P175.   The restaurant’s highly recommended dish is the soup made from pork and chicken bones that the chef personally taught the staff how to make. […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Japanese
  • Ramen
    • Rose & Grace Restaurant

    Rose & Grace Restaurant

    Nothing beats the feeling of slurping a warm beef soup on a rainy day. Experience this very Filipino way of savouring the day with a delightful dish at Rose & Grace Restaurant located south of Manila. ROSE & GRACE RESTAURANT. The welcoming entrance of this classic Filipino restaurant This 45-year old heritage restaurant opened its first branch in Santo Tomas Batangas and a second branch was recently opened in Santa Rosa Laguna. In both branches, you can have a taste of traditional Filipino dishes and experience the locals’ brand of warm hospitality. ALL-TIME FAVORITE BEEFY GOODNESS. Headlining its menu is the hearty ‘Bulalo.’ Its famous home-cooked style Bulalo dish (beef […]
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  • Laguna
  • Filipino
    • 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
    • Soo Jung

    Soo Jung

    Intense hotness! Experience Soo Jung’s no-nonsense spicy Korean cuisine and love every bit of it. If you wanna go Korean and indulge in some spicy goodness, a visit to Soo Jung in Paseo de Sta. Rosa, Laguna is a great idea especially when you’re heading south anyway. This restaurant serves delectable dishes for that sumptuous Korean food feast perfect for families and friends. Here, the culinary adventure starts with an intense aroma followed by a burst of fiery flavors. DINE IN. Warm and clean interiors that complement the hot and savory menu. The restaurant’s name means “crystal” in Korean and yes, Soo Jung’s authentic menu makes it a real gem. […]
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  • Laguna
  • Korean
    • Purple Oven

    Purple Oven

    Craving for desserts? Check out this town-favorite pastry shop located at Solenad 2 in Sta. Rosa Laguna and delight in their delectable pastries, perfect for your quick snack fix. PASTRY HEAVEN. Aroma and flavors to fall for. Purple Oven is a dainty white shop where you can find freshly-baked homemade breads and other pastry goodies. Every morning, there is a long queue of customers here all wanting to start their day right with the bakeshop’s warm and tasty bread that’s perfect for breakfast. Purple Oven also offers a lot of tasty delicacies you can try like their Spanish Chorizo and Sausage Turnovers that are great for snacks to go. You can get […]
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  • Laguna
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Desserts
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Desserts
    • YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen

    YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen

    YOKOHAMA Meat Kitchen, originally from Yokohama, opened in October 17 at Jupiter, Makati. It is brought by Yakiniku Zanmai, a famous barbecue restaurant that has been successfully operating several branches around Japan for at least fifteen years. The restaurant has a modern concept that lets customers feel the Japanese-style of hospitality. It is owned by two Japanese who aimed to deliver the luxurious beef flavor from Japan to Manila. Find fresh and quality meat in Manila. Enjoy a banquet of grilled meat here. The owners highly recommend two dishes: Wagyu-Tokujo Karubi and Harami which are both for P690. The restaurant has 12 tables good six people each. It also offers […]
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • Japanese 2018
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
  • Yakiniku
    • Socrates’ Secret

    Socrates’ Secret

    Now you know it! Go ahead and gorge on Greek grub in this place The owner’s love for Greek food led to the birth of this Mediterranean-inspired restaurant. The place’s intimate setting can seat up to 40 diners. Its blue walls evoke the cool Grecian islands Its name is a shout-out to the great ancient Greek philosopher and the logo and the interiors feature an owl that symbolizes the goddess Athena. Its bestseller is Moussaka which is made with baked eggplant, mashed potatoes, and lamb topped with white sauce. Enjoy authentic Mediterranean cuisine here and fall in love with its healthy, tasty goodness. This dining spot situated in a laidback […]
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  • Laguna
  • Greek & Mediterranean
    • Early Bird Breakfast Club

    Early Bird Breakfast Club

    Whimsical ambiance, wonderful breakfasts. Its pink and art painted walls. The artful design of the restaurant makes for a lovely setting to start a day right. The owner believes that an unhurried breakfast is important and so the restaurant offers a menu with hearty breakfast meals. A hearty breakfast! ‘The Early Bird Full English’ (P495) Try the crispy rod-shaped French toast with cinnamon flavor. You can sweeten it up a bit by dipping it in chocolate or caramel. The healthy and filling ‘The Early Bird Full English’ (P495) is a satisfying medley of fried egg, beans, toast, sausage, tomato, mushroom, potato, and bacon served in one plate. Grilled cheese paired […]
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  • Laguna
  • All-Day Breakfast
  • All-Day Breakfast
    • Beiruti Bite

    Beiruti Bite

    Try Lebanese cuisine: Choose Beiruti Bite! If you’ve already had enough of Italian, Filipino, or Japanese cuisine, why not try something new, like Lebanese? Beiruti Bite is the perfect spot to go on a food adventure if you want authentic Lebanese servings. TRY LEBANESE. Beiruti Bite resto in QC Beiruti Bite started as the brainchild of a Lebanese expat who wanted to provide a real Lebanese cookery here in Manila. The food you see here is not the typical shawarma stall you see in malls, as some of ingredients that they use here are imported ones. Not only that, because the cooking appliances they use are also imported which aid […]
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  • Quezon City
  • Timog Avenue
  • Lebanese
    • Claw Daddy’s

    Claw Daddy’s

    Gorge on scrumptious crab meat with your friends! The restaurant has the iconic American red-white-and-blue-designed chairs. Claw Daddy’s is located in front of the Nuvali Koi Fish Feeding area. This seafood and American grill-themed restaurant is famous for its crab dishes that are meticulously prepared by its chef from sourcing to cooking. Crab Maritess is a crab dish dipped in garlic oil that is savory in every way! Claw Daddy’s Baby Back Ribs is also a hit because of its all-American style taste and texture. The choice meat is drenched in a sweet BBQ sauce with a hint of ginger that makes it delectably savory, tender and juicy. The chef […]
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  • Laguna
  • Seafood
  • Seafood
    • John Bamboo

    John Bamboo

    Spicy Indonesian food anyone? The interior features a classic American color theme. It is under the same management as Claw Daddy’s and shares the same American style ambiance. Its dining area can accommodate up to 60 persons making it ideal for small events too. John Bamboo offers Indonesian-American cuisine known for its distinctive exquisite taste of sweet and spicy fusion of flavors. Good for threesome sharing, the Seafood Sate Sampler (P579) One of its hit dishes is the Seafood Sate Sampler, a platter of skewered shrimps, white fish, and squid with sweet savory peanut butter sauce that perfectly complements this seafood medley. Enjoy this and more at John Bamboo located […]
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  • Laguna
  • Fusion
  • Indonesian
    • The Morning After

    The Morning After

    Enjoy the ‘world breakfast’ on a refreshing morning. A stylish green-and-red interior This unique restaurant opened in May 2015 with the concept of ‘world breakfast’. Fresh mornings and invigorating breakfasts are what the owner wants the customers to experience when dining in this breakfast and brunch cafe. Advocating wellness and clean living, the owner ensures that the dishes they serve do not have any artificial seasoning. Its bestseller is the ‘Truffle Shitake Mushroom’ that bursts with Japanese and fusion flavors. Another one is the ‘Sausage Mushroom Risotto’ that’s made with sausage and soft-boiled egg and partnered with Italian rice. It has a gentle creamy taste, the kind that lingers in […]
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  • Laguna
  • All-Day Breakfast
  • All-Day Breakfast
    • 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
    • Umenoya

    Umenoya

    Japanese flavors, reasonable prices, unruffled setting. Enjoy a generous serving of TERIYAKI CHICKEN DON (P252) Owned by the city’s mayor, Umenoya Japanese Restaurant is tucked away in a tranquil village allowing diners to quietly savor their meal. Its TERIYAKI CHICKEN DON dish is popular with Japanese tourists visiting the town. Enjoy this plump glutinous Japanese rice cake, topped with teriyaki chicken that’s tender enough to cut with chopsticks. There’s a long list of exciting dishes on their menu worth checking out so don’t forget to add Umenoya to your itinerary when you head to the south!
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  • Laguna
  • Japanese
    • Azzurro

    Azzurro

    For mediterranean cuisine lovers, go to Azzurro! The restaurant’s warm lighting gives off a cozy and calm vibe. For people who want to try Mediterranean cuisine, go to Azzurro at Sta. Rosa, Laguna. The restaurant is located at the Paseo Premiere Hotel which is close to the industrial park. Many Japanese expats working in the area frequent the dining place for its tasty Mediterranean menu. One of its best sellers is the Seafood Marinara that’s made of hosomen (thin noodle) and thick tomato sauce that bring out the rich seafood flavour of the dish. Azzurro also offers lots of seafood and vegetable dishes available for those who do not want […]
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  • Laguna
  • Greek & Mediterranean
    • House of Bawai

    House of Bawai

    Experience mouth-watering Vietnamese and Filipino cuisine House of Bawai is a Vietnamese and Filipino cuisine restaurant located in Solenad 3 in Nuvali Sta. Rosa Laguna. Another branch can be found in the cool city of Tagaytay. ‘Bawai’ means ‘grandma’ in Vietnamese which characterizes the overall feel of the restaurant – warm, fussy, and laidback. About 80% of the ingredients used here are all imported from Vietnam making its flavours truly Vietnamese. Have a bite of the crispy lettuce and shrimp wrapped together in a spring roll, the Goi Cuon Enjoy its Goi Cuon (P220), Vietnam’s well-loved comfort food made from fresh vegetables, noodles, and shrimp wrapped together in a spring […]
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  • Laguna
  • Filipino
  • Vietnamese
    • Noodle & Co.

    Noodle & Co.

    Those working in the Makati cbd looking for a quick Chinese food fix for lunch can drop by Noodle & Co. Located at the second level of the world-class, sky-reflecting building Zuellig, this inexpensive and straightforward Sino-grub spot is perfect for the office worker who wants to enjoy a quick lunch as he or she keeps up with the urban pace. The modern oriental diner offers various choices of reasonably-priced dishes. Its main offering is, as the name suggests, noodles, plus a bunch of other food like the popular Chinese dimsum specialties that are plump and juicy. Try its delicious Chinese-style noodle dish topped with wantons and vegetables for only […]
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  • Makati Avenue
  • Makati
  • Chinese
    • Le Garden Hong Kong Seafood Restaurant

    Le Garden Hong Kong Seafood Restaurant

    Get your fill of authentic Chinese cuisine and enjoy a luxurious fish dish made affordable in this seafood haven.   Le Garden Seafood Restaurant has been drawing seafood lovers since it opened in 2008. Its bestselling dish is the Steamed Lapu-Lapu Fillet with Bean Curd Tausi Sauce (P380) that is favored for its flavorsome goodness and soft texture. The tasty fish locally called Lapu-Lapu is usually served in expensive restaurants but Le Garden offers this fine dish in a special but affordable way. The Lapu-Lapu and tofu combo is simply perfect. Seasoned with soy sauce and other ingredients that bring out the fish’s flavour to the fore, the quality of the […]
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  • Laguna
  • Chinese
    • Red Table

    Red Table

    The very oriental red and white signboard of this Korean restaurant is hard to miss on the 3rd floor of RCBC Plaza Tower 2. Red Table, a casual, quick-service diner offers budget-friendly Korean dishes perfect for those who want to try a variety without having to spend much. From their noodle dishes to their popular Bibimbap, which you can customize to suit your taste, Red Table provides true Korean dish goodness in all its branches. It is also popular for its Onigiris (rice balls wrapped in nori) which come in two variants: the tuna & mayonnaise (P60) and kimchi (P55). An onigiri is wrapped separately from a sheet of dried […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Korean
    • Tien Tien Hotpot Restaurant in Makati

    Tien Tien Hotpot Restaurant in Makati

    The popular restaurant is known for its authentic Chinese hotpot, the taste of which has been consistent since it opened in Makati in 1990. Living up to its name Tien Tien, which means everyday in Chinese, they serve fresh seafood and vegetable hotpot dishes daily. Hearty Hotpot Meat Set (Regular/P890) You can choose from plain, satay and coriander flavored soups, and add seasonings like garlic, chili and green onions as you desire. They also offer a la carte dishes such as sweet-sour pork, spare ribs and noodles. Delivery service is available for its a la carte menu. There is a fish tank beside the entrance, and three private dining rooms […]
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  • Makati Avenue
  • Makati
  • Hot Pot 2017
  • Chinese
  • Hot Pot 2017
    • La Cabrera in Makati: Home of Fine Argentine Steak

    La Cabrera in Makati: Home of Fine Argentine Steak

    La Cabrera brings you their authentic Argentine steak in the metro.
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Steakhouse
  • Argentinian
  • Steakhouse
    • Caramia

    Caramia

    Caramia is the sweet spot in all Amici Restaurants, literally! All Amici branches have this delightful gelato shop and there are some stand-alone Caramia branches as well. Here, authentic Italian gelato is freshly made everyday. They also offer signature gelato cakes and slices for that perfectly satisfying dessert. Colorful and luscious gelatos in full display at their showcase Punctuate your Italian dining experience with Caramia gelato and you’re sure to completely satisfy your palate. Choose from their various gelati as well as their seasonal gelato flavors, the newest addition are Turtle Pie, Mango Cream Pie, and Chunky Monkey. You can also indulge in their all-new Gelato Sundaes, Pistachio Strawberry Delight […]
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  • Ayala Avenue
  • Makati
  • Desserts
  • Desserts