A tour around the world, one bite at a time!
We all know our grandma’s cooking is the best. There’s no use trying to debate the fact that lola’s adobo is undefeated. However, it’s still nice to step outside our comfort zones and try different cuisines to stimulate our palates.
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Whether you want some spicy and harmonious Korean food, some umami from Japanese cuisine, or the natural flavors of Cantonese cooking, Metro Manila has what you’re looking for. Here are 20 restaurants that serve international cuisine.
Oh My Greek
Oh My Greek offers a modern take on the conventional nature of Greek cuisine. For one, their fish and chips dish uses Greek batter and is served with lemon aioli sauce. Of course, you can’t have Greek food without getting gyros. Oh My Greek’s gyros come in chicken or pork, with a 7-inch or 11-inch option.
Panco Cafe
Panco Cafe serves Melbourne coffee paired with elevated Filipino food. Their coconut shrimp poppers are perfect for a summer day, as the sweet and sour sauce and the tropical flavors of coconut and shrimp capture the season’s essence. Panco also serves Melbourne breakfast, consisting of shrimp, eggs, and salad.
Eggstop Jr.
One of the latest trends that originated from Korea is egg drop sandwiches. Eggstop Jr’s sandwiches have different flavors, like bacon, ham, spam, tuna, and corned beef. They also serve skinny fries and tteokbokki as the perfect side dishes.
Busan Korean Restaurant
Located across Ateneo, Busan Korean is a restaurant that offers an authentic Korean dining experience. We recommend trying their fried chicken, as it comes in different flavors like yangnyeom, soy garlic, or original. If you want something to beat the adulting blues, try some of their soup, like the samgyup kimchi jjigae made with pork belly, bone broth, and kimchi.
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G/F, F Dela Rosa cor Esteban Abada St, OYO 809 Crowne One Condo, Katipunan, Katipunan, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Tai Koo HK Roast
Tai Koo HK Roast serves faithful Cantonese dishes, which are clear, natural flavors that let the ingredients shine. Their char siu pork rice is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, as the umami comes through with every bite. They also have a warm, comforting, gentle roast duck and wonton noodle soup.
Big Guys Pizza
While they don’t serve traditional Italian pizza, Big Guys! more than makes up for it with flavor and size. Restaurants that serve over-the-top portions are typically flavorless, but Big Guys! doesn’t lack in that department. Their 36-inch pizza can serve up to 20 people as it has 70 slices. For the flavors, they have Hawaiian, all meat, spinach, four cheese, and more.
Shantung Restaurant
Shantung is a Chinese-inspired restaurant located on West Avenue. All their dishes come in different sizes and servings, ensuring you’re satisfied with the portions. Their Kung Pao chicken offers a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and spicy. On the other hand, the Szechuan shrimp has that signature spice level that complements the protein’s mild flavor.
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96 West Ave, West Ave, Phil-Am, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Hanakazu Japanese Restaurant
Nestled in Muntinlupa, Hanakazu brings authentic Japanese flavors with a focus on variety. Whether you’re in the mood for sashimi–where the star of the show is the ingredient–or craving some ramen, each dish is sure to appeal to your taste buds. Some favorites include the umami-filled miso ramen, the nutty flavors of the cha soba, and the texture bomb that is their mixed tempura.
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2/F Tower Wing, Filinvest City, 5139 North Bridgeway, The Bellevue Manila, Alabang, Alabang, Muntinlupa, Metro Manila
ToriTori Kushiyaki Snack Bar
ToriTori Kushiyaki is a snack bar in San Juan that serves authentic Japanese cuisine. Their ebi tempura has a light, crispy texture with subtle flavors that are tied together by the umami-rich dipping sauce. In addition, their selection of sushi is fresh, has a balanced flavor, and is visually appealing. Some sushi options you can try are salmon, tuna, ebi, and kani sushi.
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197 Wilson St, San Juan, Sta Lucia, San Juan, Metro Manila
Katsu House
If you’re looking for a casual Japanese dining experience, Katsu House is for you. This restaurant is welcoming, making every dine a pleasant one. Of course, the food is equally inviting. Their katsu burger comes in different proteins ranging from pork, chicken, and tofu to shrimp and shitake. Their katsu curry ramen is worth coming back for, as the savory Japanese curry broth is perfect with the noodles and various ramen toppings.
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50 Beverly Hills Dr, Subd, Beverly HIlls, Antipolo, Rizal
Cargofish
CargoFish serves English food, specifically fish and chips. You can choose from an assortment of fish, making the dish customizable. Take your pick from dory, tilapia, cod, and salmon to match their sides, including sweet potato chips, onion rings, slaw, or rice. Lastly, top it off with the sauce of your choosing, whether it’s barbecue, honey jalapeno, tartar, or curry.
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4/F, 9th Ave cor 36th St, Uptown Mall, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, Metro Manila
The Filling Station
The Filling Station is one of the most Instagrammable restaurants in Poblacion. Of course, the food totally matches the American diner interior they have going on. They have soul food like chicken and waffles, buffalo wings, and even Tex-Mex, such as burritos, tacos, fajitas, and more.
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5012 P Burgos St, Poblacion, Poblacion, Makati, Metro Manila
Siam Square Mookata
Siam Square Mookata is a Thai buffet, otherwise known as mu kratha. For only PHP 549, you can enjoy unlimited Thai cuisine for two hours. This includes access to beef, liver, bacon, cabbage, mushrooms, noodles, shrimp, and more. Take a break from Filipino and Korean barbecues by giving mu kratha a try!
Indorasa
Indorasa is an Indonesian and Malaysian-inspired restaurant that serves authentic Southeast Asian cuisine. Their nasi goreng has an aromatic, earthy, and smoky flavor that distinguishes it from other Asian fried rice. Indorasa’s pempek is their take on Indonesia’s beloved fish cake delicacy, often made of fish and tapioca.
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1162 Chino Roces Ave, Makati, San Antonio, Makati, Metro Manila
Chairman Fu Hotpot Bar
Situated inside Newport Mall, Chairman Fu Hotpot Bar is a Chinese restaurant serving traditional hotpots. Before chowing down on their main dishes, try their appetizers, specifically the century egg with roasted peppers. The broth makes or breaks the hotpot experience. Choose between Chairman Fu’s chicken collagen broth, wild mushroom collagen broth, mala beef cube broth, satay broth, and laksa curry broth.
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2/F Grand Wing, Newport Blvd, Newport Mall, Brgy 183, Pasay, Metro Manila
Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings
If you’re in the mood for American chicken wings married to sauces from all over the world, then Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings is for you. Their chicken wings are perfectly cooked, and they have a variety of flavors to choose from. From classic buffalo wings to the spicy Korean sauce and to savory, spicy salted egg, Frankie’s has what you’re looking for.
Mapishi
Mapishi is an East African-inspired restaurant located in Project 8, Quezon City. We won’t blame you if you haven’t had the privilege of trying East African food, but you’re definitely missing out. Their chicken mishkaki are cut into bite-sized pieces and skewered before roasted over charcoal. Their fries, or chipsi, are mixed with either beef chunks, chicken leg, salad, or premium spices, making them the perfect side dish.
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9 Shorthorn St, Bahay Toro, Project 8, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Kabab and Curry
Located in Makati, Kabab & Curry is a restaurant drawing inspiration from Pakistani cuisine. If you’re unsure which dish to try, we recommend getting their barbecue platter, as it has most of the meat on the menu. If you want something nutritious, the palak paneer and aloo palak are vegetable dishes centered around spinach and tomatoes.
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20 Jupiter St, Jupiter, Bel-Air, Makati, Metro Manila
Hungry Homies
Sometimes, a good cheeseburger with kick-ass fries is the only pick-me-up we need. At Hungry Homies, you get a range of burger options. Branded as “The Hypebeef,” this California-style smash burger is their take on the Los Angeles classic. Pair that with their fries topped with their special sauce, and you have the makings of an incredible meal.
Om Indian Kitchen
As the name suggests, Om Indian Kitchen serves classic Indian food with a modern approach. One fan favorite is their thali, which is a platter made up of different dishes. They have a vegetarian thali consisting of rice, naan, a vegetarian dish, and more. The non-vegetarian counterpart features the same food but has an additional chicken or fish. And knowing how much Filipinos love rice, you’ll surely appreciate their cumin and biryani rice as the aroma and taste of the spices permeate the rice.
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G/F, E Rodriguez Ave, The Grove by Rockwell, Ugong, Pasig, Metro Manila
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