We’ll give you a dirty little secret.
More often than not, our monthly top 10 lists for Mandaluyong have consistently been dominated by restaurants found inside malls, particularly SM Megamall and Shangri-la Plaza. We know it’s not the perfect representation of this small town, so we dug deeper and discovered places that we ourselves have never even heard before, places that are as beloved if not more, by their respective locals.
Here are 1 humble holes-in-the-wall that you can pop into that serve might serve food better than your current favorites. Check it out on the Booky app and start adding them to your ‘MUST TRY’ list so you never miss a spot!
Update: Check out the Top 10 Most Loved Restaurants in Mandaluyong this month!
Nori and Tokyo Tempura Unlimited – Pioneer St.
Quick and affordable, Nori and Tokyo Tempura Unlimted combine forces to give quality sushi and tempura for everyone on the go.
No reservations accepted
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125 Pioneer St, Buayang Bato, Mandaluyong
Hokkaido Takoyaki – Shaw Boulevard
Hokkaido Takoyaki is an authentic Japanese casual dining where you can get a taste of takoyaki, okonomiyaki, yakisoba, and gyoza with a true touch of Japanese.
No reservations accepted
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2/F High Pointe Medical Hub, Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong, Mandaluyong
All Day Breakfast in Bed – California Garden Square
It isn’t enough that this place serves all-day breakfast that they have to make it an all-day breakfast in bed. What person doesn’t get excited with that idea? All Day Breakfast in Bed provides a cozy venue for family and friends to enjoy and relax. The inspired backboards attached to the walls imitate a bed, which is aligned with the restaurant’s concept.
No reservations accepted
California Garden Square, Libertad St., Mandaluyong
+63 2 508-9125
Burp – Uptown Center
Burp is an Italian-inspired restaurant serving ‘good and fast Italian’ with a touch of Filipino and all-day breakfast. It serves affordable, healthy meals to cater primarily to nearby office goers. A la carte for diners and family sized trays for parties are available, they also cater.
No reservations accepted
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G/F Uptown Center Pioneer, 56-58 Madison St., Wack-Wack, Mandaluyong
+63 2 531-8384
Charlie Wanton Special – Haig St.
Charlie Wanton Special is like a tiny out-of-place treasure from Binondo—awesome food, shady location. Similar to Ling Nam or Masuki noodle houses, Charlie also specializes in Wanton noodles, siopao and siomai, but offers many other dishes including rice toppings, congee and other Chinese favorites.
No reservations accepted
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265 Haig St., Daang Bakal, Mandaluyong
+63 2 718-1880
Punta Mandala – Liberty Center
Punta Mandala is the go-to place for a good meal and good time. It serves bold Latin American dishes, highlighting colorful and flavorful skewered meats and innards, corn and of course their famous Latin chicken.
Fun Fact: Every section of the place can be curtained off for a more private affair.
No reservations accepted
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Liberty Center, Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong
+63 2 941-2870
Garahe – San Jose St.
Garahe, literally ‘garage’, is a neighborhood burger and burrito joint built inside a garage. It serves very affordable and filling dishes for a quick hunger fix. Don’t come here if you don’t like non-air conditioned places with less than subtle ambiance.
No reservations accepted
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7 San Jose St., Hulo, Mandaluyong
+63 2 739 1519
Organico Gourmet – Mandaluyong
Organico Gourmet is an organic restaurant and gourmet super store in one. The cafe serves all-natural organic food that includes a range of cold-pressed juices, while their superstore stocks a wide range of imported superfoods from chips to dips, meats to marinades, thirst-quenchers to day starters, cookware to dried delicacies. They also offer healthy diet delivery programs.
No reservations accepted
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916 Luna Mencias St. cor. Shaw Blvd., Mandaluyong
+63 2 721-0692
Chef Arch’s Lime – San Rafael St.
Chef Arch’s Lime is a popular night spot serving ‘street food na pinasosyal’, or simply put, classy street food. Expect unique dishes such as Quail Eggs Tempura, Isaw Platter and Adobo Flakes Sushi. Here’s a fun fact: Lime is the term used by Chef Arch to represent well-loved Filipino food served with his own artistic twist. Get it?
No reservations accepted
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160 San Rafael St., Plainview, Mandaluyong
Minandal – P. Oliveros St.
Minandal is a late night hole-in-the-wall (literally) serving American comfort food – burgers, hotdogs, pasta and fries. You’re lucky if you can snag one of the limited tables and seats; otherwise, you’re better off just buying to take out. The place can also be a bit cramped and hot when it’s full. Here’s a fun trivia: Minandal is actually a Tagalog term for ‘meryenda’ or light snack.
No reservations accepted
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16 P. Oliveros St., Barangka Itaas, Mandaluyong
Chekwa Tapsihan – Barangka Drive
This is probably one of Mandaluyong’s well-kept secrets. Chekwa is not a Chinese restaurant as its signage might suggest, but is home to the most popular T-bone steaks in town. Just between us, don’t a expect a comfortable dining experience here.
No reservations accepted
San Rafael St. corner Barangka Drive., Mandaluyong
+63 2 261-2757
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