The cold never bothered me anyway 🤷🏻♀️
Contrary to popular belief, noodles don’t have to be hot to be delicious. In the sweltering streets of Metro Manila, where the sun’s rays can be relentless, seeking solace in a bowl of piping hot noodles might not be the wisest choice. Instead, why not opt for something refreshingly cool and equally, if not more, tasty?
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If you’re tired of the usual steaming bowls of ramen and hot pansit, it’s time to cool down with these cold noodle dishes that will come to your rescue from the scorching sun.
From icy Naengmyeon and the spicy kick of Bibimguksu to the subtle elegance of Zaru Soba, these dishes offer a diverse range of flavors and textures that are perfect for hot summer days or anytime you crave something a bit more out-of-the-ordinary!
Naengmyeon
A Korean classic consisting of thin, chewy buckwheat noodles served in a chilled beef or vegetarian broth, topped with an array of toppings like cucumbers, pears, and a hard-boiled egg.
DaRaeJung Korean Kitchen/Restaurant
Are you just the right amount hungry right after all the tasks you’ve accomplished? Then, fill yourself with the quality meats from DaRaeJung Korean Kitchen/Restaurant, a KBBQ restaurant that serves up seafood, set dishes, barbeque, haute cuisine, grilled pancakes, aged kimchi, and even Chinese dishes.
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2F, The Fort Strip, 28th Street, BGC, Taguig City
(02) 836-0404 | (0917) 561-8282
Korea Garden Restaurant
Korea Garden is one of the longest-standing Korean restaurants in Makati, if not the whole of Metro Manila. If you notice, their parking is always full so it’s best to arrive a bit earlier than usual.
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128 Jupiter St, Bel-Air, Makati City
0949 053 8567
Bibim-Guksu
A fiery Korean dish featuring cold, chewy noodles dressed in a spicy sauce, often garnished with crisp vegetables and a boiled egg.
Big Agu Chicken House
Big Agu Chicken House, formerly known as Big Mama, serves delectable Korean food that makes you feel like you’re at home—only with a wide range of options offered a room away. So whether you’re in the mood for samgyupsal or some good fried chicken, feast away, but make sure to try their sweet, tangy, and spicy Bibim-Guksu.
Kong-Guksu
A comforting Korean dish featuring velvety, cold soybean soup poured over wheat or buckwheat noodles, typically garnished with cucumbers and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Yoree Korean Barbecue Dining
Yoree is famous for its state-of-the-art Korean barbeque. They also serve set meals and Korean bingsu dessert.
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(02) 461-1968 | (0929) 466-0032
Hahn Restaurant
From grilled meat to Korean rice meal favorites, Hahn Restaurant showcases a sumptuous array of the very best dishes that Korea has to offer. We recommend trying the Kong-Guksu, Doenjang-jjigae, Bibimbap, and Dakgangjeong.
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Bukkake Udon
A Japanese specialty of thick, wheat-based udon noodles served ice-cold and generously doused in a flavorful soy-based sauce, often garnished with green onions and grated radish.
Marugame Udon
Marugame Udon is a self-service restaurant that serves authentic udon and tempura. While you have an array of options to warm your soul like with their bowl of udon, they also have cold noodle dishes like their Bukkake Udon and Zaru Udon to keep you cool. Enjoy these and more with their selection of side dishes like Ebi tempura, Omusubi, Chicken Karaage, and more!
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Zaru Soba/Udon
A simple yet elegant Japanese dish of thin buckwheat noodles served cold on a bamboo tray (zaru), accompanied by a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, and dashi.
Nadai Fujisoba
Unlike most Japanese restaurants in Metro Manila, Nadai Fujisoba puts the spotlight on soba, thin noodles that are made from buckwheat flour. It’s a franchise of the oldest 24/7 soba restaurant in Japan.
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Liang Mian
A refreshing Chinese cold noodle dish, often made with wheat or rice noodles, dressed in a tangy, sesame-based sauce, and topped with cucumber, bean sprouts, and sometimes shredded chicken.
Lao Tai Pei
Located in Kapitolyo, Lao Tai Pei is a Taiwanese Restaurant that offers deep-fried dishes, a wide selection of dim sums, different kinds of noodles, and so much more.
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12-C East Capitol Drive Brgy Kapitolyo, Pasig
0917 189 2760
Latitude Bean + Bar
Latitude Bean + Bar is a neighborhood spot that serves Specialty Coffee in Malate Manila! They’ve got ready-to-drink brews and coffee beans with different kinds of flavor notes that are surely worth the try. You can also grab some cocktails and pastries here for an all-around hangout place whether for work or for fun.
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1851 Pilar Hidalgo Lim St., Malate
(0967) 221 5545
Hiyashi Chuka
A popular Japanese summer dish consisting of cold ramen noodles adorned with a colorful medley of toppings, including thinly sliced omelet, ham, cucumber, and pickled ginger, all drizzled with a sweet and savory sauce.
Mendokoro Ramenba
Arguably the best place to get ramen in Metro Manila, Mendokoro Ramenba is from the same people behind popular Ramen Yushoken. While the queue can get on we think that their Ramen and Gyoza are worth the wait.
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Bun Cha
Hailing from Vietnam, bun cha features cold rice vermicelli noodles often served with grilled pork, fresh herbs, and a sweet yet savory dipping sauce for a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
So-Mot Viet Taste
Viet Taste is a humble food stall that serves affordable and authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
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