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Baka mahanap mo na ang the JUAN sa San Juan!

Compared to other food hotspots in the metro, San Juan may not be the most popular choice. But that’s not to say that it’s not worth visiting for a spontaneous food trip or a chill hangout with friends.

In fact, it’s home to some of the most interesting and delicious hidden gems. As much as we like to keep them to ourselves, everyone deserves to know where to get good food!

Also Read: 12 of Molito, Alabang’s Newest Must-Visit Restaurants

And that’s why in this list, you’ll get to discover underrated hole-in-the-walls and coffee shops that you can find within San Juan City!

Ricksha Streetside Tandoor

If you’re feeling adventurous and if you’re trying to match the Summer heat then go to Ricksha Streetside Tandoor. Go to this restaurant in San Juan City for the pani puri and butter chicken.

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6 Missouri St, Kapitolyo, Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila

Buffet Town

When looking to eat your fill but still want something new and exciting, go to this restaurant in San Juan City. Buffet Town is as simple as it gets, it’s an unlimited style restaurant with hotpot and grilling options as well as some ala carte dishes.

Photo from Buffet Town

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43 Annapolis St, Greenhills, West Crame, San Juan, Metro Manila

Korea Garden Restaurant

If you’re tired of the usual unlimited Samgyupsal experience and want something less indulgent but still just as good then go to this restaurant in San Juan City. We recommend trying the dak bulgogi or the chicken barbecue as well as the naengmyeon or cold noodles in beef broth.

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180 A. Mabini St, Addition Hills, San Juan, Metro Manila 

Good Pastry Cafe

Good Pastry Cafe lives up to its name by offering good pastries of all kinds. From egg tarts, cheesecakes, and croissants, you’ll definitely find something here for everyone. They also don’t fall short of offering freshly made meals for a casual dinner or lunch!

good pastry cafe matcha croissant
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Connecticut St, Fox Square Bldg, Greenhills, San Juan
(0966) 655 7494

Niseko Coffee

Niseko Coffee is a specialty coffee shop that serves espresso-based drinks and hand-dripped coffee using precision brewing. They also have freshly cooked taiyaki (Japanese fish-shaped waffles) as well as other desserts to pair with your coffee!

Niseko Coffee's Matcha Latte
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Missouri St cor Annapolis St, Promenade Mall, Greenhills, San Juan, Metro Manila

Moon Rabbit

Moon Rabbit at first glance and its name alone doesn’t look or sound like your typical Chinese restaurant; because it’s not. Though the majority of their dishes heavily revolve around Chinese classics, they focus on home-cooked high-quality Asian fusion cuisine with a touch of Western influences.

moon rabbit cafe and restaurant asian fusion
Photo from @moonrabbit.mnl

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2 Ledesma St., San Juan

Gianetto Pizzeria

Jack and Lesley found inspiration from many home cooking businesses that blossomed during the pandemic. Gianetto Pizzeria aspires to make quality homemade brick oven pizzas from scratch that don’t compromise on taste and quality.

giannetto spinach and cream cheese brick oven pizza
Photo from @giannettoph

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304 V. Cruz St, Little Baguio, San Juan, Metro Manila

Sala Thai

You’ll find a mix of classic and modern authentic Thai dishes at O Square’s newest addition, Sala Thai. The heartwarming food coupled with their well-lit place and inviting interior design really make for a cozy hangout place.

sala thai
Photo from @salathaimnl

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G/F, Ortigas Ave, O Square 2 Bldg, Greenhills, San Juan

Oyasumi Ramen

Oyasumi Ramen serves Yokohama Iekei Ramen. “Iekei”, which literally means house, is a Yokohama-hailed ramen variant characterized by its thick, greasy, pork-flavored, some say creamy, broth. The noodles are thick and made fresh daily.

oyasumi basil ramen
Photo from @OyasumiRamen

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308 P. Guevarra St. cor. Seaview St., San Juan

Suzhou Dimsum

Suzhou Dimsum is a quaint restaurant located at A. Mabini Street. They are an authentic Chinese restaurant that has been serving premium dim sum and other classic Chinese staples for almost 20 years.

suzhou dim sum
Photo from @SuzhouDimsumPh

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837 A. Mabini Street, Corner Araullo Street 

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