Ready to munch on new snacks?
THIS WEEK: Cebu’s finest lechon, American comfort food, a new Vietnamese restaurant, the FIRST taiyaki ice cream in Manila, +more.
RECENTLY OPENED:
July 3 – July 9, 2016
Applebee’s Grill & Bar – Eastwood
Applebees is an international franchise from the US which offers indulgent, comfort food choices like burgers, pasta, and seafood dishes in a casual diner setup. Go crazy over their bestselling ribs, Sriracha shrimps, wonton taco, and quesadilla burger. This is its 2nd branch in the Philippines.
Reservations are accepted
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Eastwood, Libis, Quezon City
Kapihan by Luna Specialty Coffee – Alabang
Kapihan is a spin-off of homegrown and proudly local cafe, Luna Specialty Coffee in BGC. It serves sandwiches, hot plates, and local specialty concoctions like their Dapitan Coco Sugar Latte.
No reservations accepted
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Madrigal Business Center, Alabang-Zapote Rd, Alabang, Muntinlupa
Grind Burger – SM North
Grind Burger serves 100% USDA beef burgers on homemade brioche buns. They serve carefully prepared food from the highest quality ingredients. It is the more casual brother of also new BGC joint, Grind Bistro.
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G/F SM North EDSA, The Block, Quezon City
(02) 709-7598
Pampas – Uptown Parade
Pampas Latino Bistro & Bar is an all-day casual restaurant that serves a variety of freshly roasted meats, South American-inspired food and wine in a straight forward, no-nonsense way. For their mains, best sellers include the Beef Falda, Porchetta, Lamb ribs and steaks. The restaurant’s team will present an assortment of freshly prepared appetizers Dim Sum style for you to choose from.
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Uptown Parade, 36th Street Corner 9th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 946-3802
Potato Corner + Nacho Bimby – SM North
Potato Corner and Nacho Bimby are your newest go-to combo cinema snack for your next movie date. Their new menu items include their Champion Combos, which come with your favorite mega-sized PC fries + a choice of LaBimbeef Nachos, Quatro Queso Nachodog or Quezo Frito sticks.
Booky Tip: Try their new Sweet Caramel and Salted Greens (green peas) flavors on your next visit! Available at both the Promenade and SM North EDSA branches.
No reservations accepted
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SM North Edsa The Block Cinema
Tatang’s Boneless Lechon – Quezon City
Tatang’s is as original franchise from Cebu that’s famous for their crispy boneless lechon belly rolls. This is their second branch in Manila, with a third one opening soon in Kapitolyo.
No reservations accepted
863 Mindanao Ave. Extension, Project 8, Quezon City
(0918) 828-2647
Lágrima – Legaspi Village
La Grima (which translates to tears in Spanish) is the newest coffee/taco concept in Makati. They make everything from scratch including their tortillas and slow cooked meat for their carnitas tacos.
Also read: 11 Best New Taquerias to Try Around Manila
No reservations acccepted
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G/F BSA Mansion 108 Benavides St., Legaspi Village, Makati City
Dipdenza Coffee – BF Homes
The name Dipdenza is the from the Italian word “Dipendenza” which means addiction. They offer a wide selection of coffee, milkshakes, smoothies, desserts, and sandwiches. This is their second branch.
No reservations accepted
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BF Homes, Parañaque
Sushi Nori – SM Megamall
Sushi Nori is a temakeria or modern counter that serves sushi hand rolls. Sushi Nori will soon offer blow-torched Salmon, okonomiyaki rolls and other Japanese sushi favorites. This is their second branch.
No reservations accepted
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5/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
Annam Noodle Bar – Eastwood
Annam Noodle Bar serves authentic, value-for-money, fresh and healthy, 100% MSG-free Vietnamese street food. Annam Noodle Bar is the first concept restaurant of Namnam Noodle Bar from Singapore. Read our full feature here.
Reservations are accepted
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Unit 1880-4 G/F 1880 Building, Eastwood, Libis, Quezon City
(Menu is currently being uploaded)
Eat City – San Juan
Eat City is a grab and go food concept that aims to serve sumptuous meals for those who are on the go. Insider tip: Another branch at SM The Block is set to open soon.
Also read: 12 New Dining Spots to Visit in San Juan
No reservations accepted
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Madison Square, Ortigas, San Juan
Taiyaki Ice Cream – Cubao
The first taiyaki-style ice cream is now in the Philippines. This small kiosk serves golden brown Japanese fish shaped waffle cones that’s topped with premium quality soft serve ice cream.
No reservations accepted
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Shopwise, Quezon City, Philippines
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