We like food a hole lot.
Nothing beats the satisfaction of discovering Manila’s most underrated restaurants – it’s every foodie’s weakness. And Metro Manila is one city filled with humble treasures that should and will not remain hidden for long.
We’ve seen a lot of holes-in-the-wall that fits anyone’s curious palate so be sure to add these spots to your ‘MUST-TRY‘ lists on the Booky app so you never miss a bite!
The Social – Poblacion
The Social on Ebro, an outdoor venue currently featuring 2 restaurants, a bar and a pop-up store.
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The Social, 5770 Ebro, Poblacion, Makati
(0917) 727-0072
Shinsen Sushi Bar – multiple branches
Shinsen which means “fresh” in Japanese is a homegrown sushi bar that offers local and imported sashimi, teppanyaki, donburi bowls, bento sets, and more. Some of their must-tries include the Sake Sashimi, Kaki Kari Kari Yaki, Dragon Roll, and Japanese Panna Cotta.
Insider tip: Enjoy up to ₱300 off your bill!
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The Rabbit Hole – multiple branches
The Rabbit Hole is a unique, quirky rest stop where you’re “fur-ry” to be yourself. On the path of culinary discovery, it’s their job to make sure that among good friends and great food, your hopes and dreams make leaps and bounds, as your inspirations soar higher.
Insider tip: Enjoy up to ₱300 off your bill!
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Seoul Train Korean Barbecue – Tomas Morato
Seoul Train Korean BBQ is a train-themed restaurant that is best known for their yakiniku or Korean charcoal grills. Enjoy the “ride” or arcade crane games and gachapon while waiting for the food.
Insider tip: Enjoy up to ₱100 off your bill!
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#28 Sergeant Esguerra Ave, near Tomas Morato, South Triangle, Diliman, Quezon City
(0917) 772-2203; (02) 287-2446; (0918) 841-3197
Trufa Pasta Bar – Legazpi Village
Trufa is a Catalan-inspired pasta bar that lets you create your own from their 13 kinds of sauces, 11 types of pasta and 14 gourmet toppings. They also have tapas, ensaladas, coffee, and dessert.
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Happy Beans – Metrowalk
Happy Beans is the cute and quirky neighbor cafe of Mall of Korea. They serve an international menu that includes pasta, pizza, steaks and the first ever to serve rainbow coffee in the Philippines.
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2/F Metrowalk Commercial Complex, Meralco Ave, Ugong, Pasig
(0917) 508-7702; (02) 535-7234
Sweet Ecstasy – multiple branches
The name says it all: sweet, sweet ecstasy is what you’ll experience with every bite of their burger. There’s a reason this hole-in-the-wall burger joint (originally from Cubao Expo) has become a favorite, and we encourage you to discover it for yourself.
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Unakichi – Makati Cinema Square
Unakichi is a Japanese hole-in-the-wall restaurant that specializes in grilled unagi or eel. The menu boasts of different unagi dishes including eel bone! Currently, the most popular items on the menu are the Unajyu Jo (grilled fine eel with rice) and Unajyu Gokujo (grilled excellent eel with rice). Read more about them here.
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G/F Makati Cinema Square, Legaspi Village, Makati
(02) 728-2072
101 Hawker Food House – Makati
101 Hawker Food House is a Singaporean hawker-inspired food joint that serves specialty dishes like Nasi Goreng, Char Kway Teow, Chicken Rice and Laksa.
Tien Ma’s – various branches
Tien Ma’s is an underrated late night joint that serves authentic Taiwanese specialties including their affordable xiao long bao’s, beef brisket noodles, 3-cup chicken and more.
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Lo de Alberto – Ortigas
Claiming to be the only authentic taqueria in the Philippines, Balam Nazar, a native from Mexico, is the head of this restaurant’s kitchen. They specialize in tacos, quesadillas, burritos and even margarita. Some of their must-orders are the Pollo a la Pibil Burrito, Alambre Quesadillas, Carnitas de Puerco and Horchata.
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Vitto’s Wine Bar & Restaurant – Tomas Morato
Vitto’s is a hole-in-the-wall Italian restaurant that offers fine wine sourced from all over the world, a great selection of tapas, pasta, pizza and more.
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#114 Scout Lozano Street cor. Tomas Morato, Laging Handa, Quezon City
(0906) 136-1712
Bean & Yolk – Poblacion
Bean & Yolk is an all-day brunch cafe that features an egg-centric menu with 8 specialized egg dishes. For coffee and eggs, this is the place to be.
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UG/F Westgate Hub Alabang, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(0916) 570-4878
Shiok Shiok – Banawe
Shiok Shiok is a casual Singaporean hawker restaurant with must-tries like their Pineapple Fried Rice, Laksa, Beef Rendang, Cereal and Salted Egg Prawns, and Char Kway Teow.
Fun Fact: Shiok is an expression of happiness or pleasure.
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81A Nicanor Roxas St, Sto, Domingo, Quezon City
(02) 732-6490; (02) 732-6491
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