Drinking comes in many forms from speakeasies to jazz bars, nightclubs, tito bars, karaoke nights, and more, but izakayas are definitely some of our favorites as it’s often paired with delicious Japanese food.
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Whether it’s drinking a whisky highball paired with sashimi or having a mouthful of karaage with beer, here are the 10 best izakayas in Metro Manila with great booze and food!
Funki Izakaya
Funki Izakaya goes back to the essence of a traditional izakaya experience with its affordable drinks and yakitori. Try the yakitori sample set with angus beef, bacon and quail egg, Japanese sausage, and more. Have all of this with P100 shots!
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273 Katipunan Ave, corner Xavierville Ave, Quezon City, 1105 Metro Manila
Sakagura
If you’re looking to try Japanese alcohol then Sakagura’s sake bar might be the place for you. With a curated list of sake found in distilleries all over Japan there are many options to try alongside their menu.
We also recommend trying the wagyu tartare, anago aburi, and the hamachi hand rolls.
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2nd Floor, 28th St, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
Nagi Izakaya
A sister restaurant to the famous Ramen Nagi chain, Nagi Izakaya is a ramen bar that also serves cocktails and draft beer similar to izakayas in Japan. Exclusive to Nagi Izakaya is the crab king ramen with a deep-fried softshell crab on top!
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G/F, 12 ADB Ave, The Podium, Wack-Wack, Mandaluyong, Metro Manila
12/10
Izakaya can also be a great place for date night especially in places like 12/10. This restaurant offers an 11-course tasting menu as well as an ala carte menu featuring fresh seafood, great drinks, and classic Japanese food with a twist!
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8 Rockwell Dr, Makati, Metro Manila
Kikufuji Izakaya
One of the classic Japanese restaurants that can be found in Little Tokyo Makati, Kikufuji Izakaya is a must-go for anyone craving fresh sushi. We recommend trying the unagi don, ama ebi sashimi, and the yellow tail sashimi!
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2277 Chino Roces (Pasong Tamo), Little Tokyo, Legazpi Village, Makati, Metro Manila
Kosumosu
One of the best Japanese fusion restaurants in Manila, Kosumosu is also a great bar to go to if you ever find yourself in Poblacion. Try the “feed me” and “mi-so hungry” omakase menu where the chef gives you a little bit of everything. Also, try the scallops teriyaki and gnocchi!
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G/F Unwind Flats, 5421 Gen Luna St, Poblacion
Yutaka Izakaya
An older Quezon City restaurant, Yutaka Izakaya has been offering delicious sushi and sashimi for years. We recommend trying the sushi platter for a taste of their freshest sushi or try the tempura udon for when the cold nights hit.
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59 Aurora Blvd, Aurora Arcade, Aurora Blvd, Doña Imelda, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Soru Izakaya
Another classic Quezon City restaurant is Soru Izakaya which garnered a lot of popularity with their Maginhawa branch. Today you can catch them in BGC and Tomas Morato as you try favorites like the creamy unagi udon and kuro dragon maki!
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Salaryman
One of the newer restaurants in BGC, Salaryman takes diners to a Shinjuku and Roppongi-like bar experience. We recommend trying the tofu steak, veggie taco rice, and the grilled sesame tuna.
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Forbestown Rd, Taguig, 1634 Metro Manila
Nommu
For yakitori selections and sushi definitely go to Nommu. We recommend trying the volcano and sisig rolls, as well as the sushi platters like for bigger parties.
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265-A Tomas Morato Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
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