{"id":17060,"date":"2023-05-16T19:00:24","date_gmt":"2023-05-16T11:00:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/?p=17060"},"modified":"2025-12-17T16:49:53","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T08:49:53","slug":"ikomai-and-tochi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/location\/philippines\/makati\/salcedo\/ikomai-and-tochi\/","title":{"rendered":"Ikomai and Tochi in Makati City: Savor Japanese Food and Desserts"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ikomai and Tochi Desserts | Philippine Primer Eats\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o3A7zyJPmec?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>Ikomai <\/strong>is not just your ordinary Japanese restaurant in the metro\u2014it is primarily a space where people meet and enjoy good food. Located just in <strong>Salcedo Village, Makati<\/strong>, this Japanese restaurant and dessert shop is perfect for a chill-vibe hangout place.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44710\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-Exterior-1.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-Exterior-1.png 800w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-Exterior-1-290x218.png 290w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-Exterior-1-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Ikomai and Tochi&#8217;s Facebook page<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Known for serving\u00a0simple <em>kushikatsu (deep-fried skewered meat and vegetables)<\/em>, Ikomai was previously a food stall in Salcedo Market for about a year and a half before it decided to build its own physical store in Salcedo Village.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" class=\"size-full wp-image-62462 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-5_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-5_web.jpg 700w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-5_web-290x193.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>Assorted Kushikatsu. From left to right: Chicken, Green Onion, Shrimp, Okra, Pork \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Although it serves Japanese cuisine, Ikomai does not market themselves as a typical Japanese restaurant, but rather, its unique concept is to create a space where people meet and make friends, all while enjoying the sumptuous food.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17061\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/1iko.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/1iko.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/1iko-290x193.jpg 290w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/1iko-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/1iko-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>MAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Having said that, Ikomai\u2019s Japanese owners mentioned that they are people-friendly, which is why this has become their main idea for Ikomai\u2014to not only be a restaurant but as a venue for good conversations.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-17062\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/2iko.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/2iko.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/2iko-290x193.jpg 290w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/2iko-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/06\/2iko-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em> IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to their food, part-owner Taro Hori and Nagoya-based chefs serve a number of specialty street food from Nagoya, Japan. Aside from Ikomai&#8217;s kushikatsu favorites, <em>tebasaki\u00a0<\/em>or chicken wings and other rice meals are also part of their menu.<\/p>\n<p>For their <strong>Tebasaki<\/strong>, you can choose between spicy or sweet and spicy.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"614\" height=\"351\" class=\"size-full wp-image-62463 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-3_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-3_web.jpg 614w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-3_web-290x166.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>Spicy Tebasaki \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>You may also try their <strong>Kakunidon<\/strong>, one of the affordable lunch set meals at Ikomai.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" class=\"size-full wp-image-62464 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-7_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-7_web.jpg 700w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-7_web-290x193.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>Kakunidon \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Pastry Chef James, who is also a part-owner of Ikomai, has his own brand called <strong>Tochi Dessert<\/strong> which is available inside. The pastries served here are made in-house. Freshly baked goods such as cookies are available for a luscious, sweet treat after a satisfying meal!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"1050\" class=\"size-full wp-image-62465 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-3_web.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-3_web.jpg 700w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-3_web-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-3_web-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-3_web-145x218.jpg 145w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Afternoon tea at Ikomai is served from <strong data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"65\">1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.<\/strong>, offering a delightful mix of savory and sweet selections. Guests can enjoy sandwiches alongside sushi, kushiage, and desserts for a well-balanced spread.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.ph\/eat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-1_web.jpg\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Highlights include the <strong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"268\">Karaage French Bread<\/strong>, featuring crispy fried chicken and shredded vegetables nestled in French bread, and the <strong data-start=\"358\" data-end=\"374\">Ebi Sandwich<\/strong>, a combination of shrimp and vegetables between soft sliced bread. Both sandwiches are exclusive to the afternoon tea menu, making them a must-try for those looking to unwind with something unique and flavorful.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.ph\/eat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-8_web.jpg\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>Karaage French Bread \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.ph\/eat\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/06\/Ikomai-afternoon-tea-5_web.jpg\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>Ebi Sandwich \/ IMAGE from Philippine Primer<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>For those seeking a satisfying midday break, <strong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"55\">Ikomai<\/strong> brings something extra to the table with its <strong data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"116\">Lunch Boost<\/strong> offer! Guests can elevate their lunch experience by adding just <strong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"191\">Php 100<\/strong> for a glass of <strong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"237\">fresh lemonade or iced tea<\/strong>, the perfect way to complement Ikomai\u2019s hearty Japanese lunch plates.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"661\" class=\"size-full wp-image-62461 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-2.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-2.png 700w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-2-635x600.png 635w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/05\/Ikomai-2-231x218.png 231w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE from Ikomai and Tochi<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Available every lunchtime, this refreshing deal lets diners enjoy a refreshing drink that pairs beautifully with the restaurant\u2019s flavorful dishes, whether it\u2019s grilled fish, crisp salads, or savory sides crafted with care.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><strong>Private Gatherings<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The restaurant offers a comfortable and versatile setting for private dining, ideal for both intimate gatherings and larger events. Guests may reserve the <strong>entire<\/strong> <strong>restaurant<\/strong>, enjoying exclusive use of the indoor dining area or the alfresco section depending on their preference and group size.<\/p>\n<p>The restaurant can accommodate up to <strong>70 guests<\/strong>, with the <strong>indoor area<\/strong> suitable for<strong> groups of up to 50<\/strong> and the <strong>alfresco<\/strong> <strong>area<\/strong> for up to<strong> 20 guests.<\/strong> Minimum guest requirements of 30 person for the entire restaurant rental applies. Meanwhile, <strong>lunch<\/strong> and <strong>dinner<\/strong> <strong>packages<\/strong> are available for private events, priced at <strong>Php 1,500++ per person for lunch<\/strong> and <strong>Php 2,000++ per person for dinner<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"199\">For private events, guests may bring alcoholic beverages with special corkage arrangements. Up to <strong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"159\">three bottles of alcohol<\/strong> may be brought in <strong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"196\">free of charge<\/strong>. Starting from the <strong data-start=\"219\" data-end=\"236\">fourth bottle<\/strong>, a corkage fee of <strong>Php 2 per milliliter (ml)<\/strong> will be applied.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt\"><strong>Exclusive Year-End Party Treat<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>What\u2019s more, Ikomai and Tochi is offering a special year-end treat <strong>exclusively for Philippine Primer readers<\/strong>! You may view the promo at Philippine Primer\u2019s Japanese\u00a0<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/primer.ph\/blog\/genre\/all\/year-end-party-2025\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>To avail, simply contact the restaurant for reservations and mention Philippine Primer\u2019s year-end promo. You may reach them at <strong>0917-709-4809<\/strong>\/<strong>02-8816-4588<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ikomai and Tochi <\/strong>is your home to Japanese street food and comfort food located just in the neighborhood of Salcedo Village. Visit Ikomai at ACI Group Building 147 HV. Dela Costa, Salcedo Village, Makati City and have a homey dining experience over Japanese food!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ikomai and Tochi Desserts is not just your ordinary Japanese restaurant in the metro\u2014it is primarily a space where people meet and enjoy good food and sweet treats.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":62466,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[84,30,112,1882,2219,6643,1253,1946,6646,1492,4104,6645,3111,7740],"tags":[2039,892,126,1886,435,4092,893,5949],"class_list":["post-17060","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-japanese","category-salcedo","category-makati","category-burgers-and-sandwiches-2018","category-cafe-2018","category-for-business-meetings","category-hole-in-the-wall-2017","category-japanese-2018","category-japanese-sake","category-must-try-restaurants-2017","category-pork-2019","category-rent-entire-restaurant","category-salcedo-village-restaurant-2019","category-year-end-party","tag-chicken-wings","tag-ikomai","tag-japanese","tag-kushikatsu","tag-salcedo-village","tag-skewers","tag-street-food","tag-tochi-dessert"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17060","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17060"}],"version-history":[{"count":26,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17060\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":63620,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17060\/revisions\/63620"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/62466"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17060"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17060"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17060"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}