More Chinese restaurants, crazy milkshakes, and the newest frozen yogurt joint in Manila.
THIS WEEK: Chinese restaurants, the first cider bar in Manila, the newest frozen yogurt craze, crazy milkshakes, a new board game cafe, and more!
RECENTLY OPENED
July 10 – July 16, 2016
Uncle Fish Ball – Binondo
Uncle Fish Ball is a small, under the radar, modern Chinese restaurant that specializes in Hong Kong-style street food like curry balls, chicken chops, chicken wings dry noodles, mango egg waffles, and their signature lemon iced tea.
No reservations accepted
Divisoria, Binondo, Manila
Spiffy’s Grove – BF Homes
Spiffy’s is the first craft cider resto bar that serves international cider concoctions and unique small bites like their “jaffle” sandwiches. Jaffles are sealed sandwiches cooked in cast iron over coals.
Insider tip: Their house made dumplings are only ₱10/piece every Monday through Friday 2pm-6pm.
Reservations are accepted
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Unit A, 412 El Grande Ave, BF Homes, Parañaque
(0915) 214-3624
Holy Smokes BBQ – Poblacion
Holy Smokes serves authentic, Texas-style smoked meats like pork ribs, tender beef brisket plates, and sausages. Pair off your carnivorous platters with their selection of local craft beers. They also do events and catering.
Also read: Fun Guide: 15 Newest Hangout Spots in Poblacion Makati
No reservations accepted
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Matilde cor Jacobo St, Poblacion, Makati
Tien Ma’s – Ermita
Tien Ma’s is an affordable late night Taiwanese joint that serves authentic steamed & fried xiao long bao, beef brisket noodle soup, and more. This is its third branch.
No reservations accepted
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Bocobo Center, 1253 J. Bacobo St., Ermita, Manila
llaollao – Glorietta & Mall of Asia
llaollao (pronounced as “yao-yao”) is a healthy Spanish yogurt joint that serves freshly-made yogurt cups with fresh fruits, chocolates, sauces. Read our full feature here to learn more about their flavors and topping combinations.
Insider tip: The Petitllao cup (mini cup) is only P39!!!
No reservations accepted
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G/F Glorietta 2, Main Entrance, Ayala Center, Makati
Gringo – BGC
Gringo specializes in Latin-inspired chicken, ribs, burritos, tacos and other Tex-Mex favorites. It is a homegrown concept from the group behind Tokyo Bubble Tea. This is their much-awaited second branch following their first in SM North.
Reservations are accepted
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The Fort Residences, 2nd Ave. Bonifacio Global City, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory – Mega Fashion Hall
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is a world-renowned premier chocolatier and confectionery house from the US offering premium chocolates, classic caramel apples and other sweet treats. This is their second branch, following their first at UP Town Center.
No reservations accepted
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SM Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
Yabu – UP Town Center
Yabu is the first restaurant in Manila that specializes in different katsu dishes. Unknown to many, it is actually a homegrown concept. Their Kurobuta Premium set is star of their menu. This is the group’s 11th branch.
Also read: 10 Best Places to Get Katsu in Manila
No reservations accepted
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UP Town Center, Katipunan Ave, Diliman, Quezon City
Izakaya Sensu / Chotto Matte – BGC
An informal Japanese-style gastropub awaits you at Izakaya Sensu, while you can enjoy fresh beats, cool cocktails, & the best Kakubin highballs in town at Chotto Matte.
No reservations are accepted
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Net Park Building, 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 752-5678
Cranium Board Game Lounge + Resto – Taft
Play tons of board games for only P50 or for FREE as long as you order 1 food/drink per person. Make sure to try their crazy Cranium milkshakes, pictured is their toasted marshmallow.
Reservations are accepted
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G/F D’ University Place, 2421 Leon Guinto Sr. St, Malate, Manila
(0917) 873-2313
Shi Lin – Circuit Makati
Shi Lin is a restaurant dedicated to Taiwanese cuisine featuring a limited but well-curated menu including its most famous steamed xiao long bao. It is named after the Taipei’s Shi Lin District, best known for the famous Shi Lin Night Market. Budget-savvy eater?
Insider tip: Get P300 off when you book at these Shi Lin branches.
Reservations are accepted
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Circuit Lane Makati, Riverfront Drive, AP Reyes St, Carmona, Makati
Sear Steak Scullery – Banawe
Enjoy steaks on stone grills, beer, and crazy milkshakes. Designed to exude an authentic Western-themed restaurant with hints of modern Asian, Sear is the only steak place in the area that offers full service semi-fine dining experience that has wide selection of steaks from the famously known USDA Certified Meats to the finest cut of the revered HIDA Wagyu steak flown fresh from Japan.
Insider tip: Their Kare-Kare is secretly one of their best dishes.
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2/F 238 Banawe cor Panalturan St, Manresa, Quezon City
(02) 351-3562
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