Rockwell is the place to be.
Seeking a new foodie spot in the metro? While you all may be aware of Rockwell’s Power Plant Mall, what you don’t know is that the area also houses a lot of interesting restaurants that can be found there.
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Make a date or take a break in between shopping and strolling in these restaurants, ranging from farm-to-table to Parisian macarons!
Eastern Cuisine
Milky Way Cafe
For many, nothing can quite do it like Milky Way Cafe! This restaurant has been around since 1962, serving classic Filipino dishes just like their Award Winning Milky Way Halo-Halo, Kare Kare, Baby Crispy Pata, US Bistek Tagalog, and Dinuguan at Puto!
Your Local
One of Metro Manila’s best restaurants, You Local serves Asian dishes made with local ingridents that are both high quality and healthy. We recommend trying the crispy lamb flakes, torched salmon donburi, and the tofu steak and eggs.
Ippudo
Arguably one of the most popular ramen restaurants in Metro Manila, Ippudo serves great shiromaru ramen as well as sushi, okonomiyaki, and rice bowls!
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Kodawari
A new addition the Rockwell’s the Grid, Kodawari is an established restaurant from the neighboring Salcedo village. It’s Japanese fusion bowls are well known especially its gyudon, shroomdom, and salmon mentai don!
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G/F, 121 LP Leviste St, Adamson Center, Salcedo Village, Makati, Metro Manila
12/10
12/10 is a modern restaurant serving unique and innovative dishes that will make you rethink Japanese cuisine. You’ll love the moody lighting, the relaxed yet cool atmosphere, and of course, the delicious drinks on their menu!
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G/F Lopez Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati
Tajimaya
Craving for some barbequed meat but not in the mood for KBBQ? Check out Tajimaya, a restaurant where you can do Japanese charcoal BBQ grill cooking with fresh and authentic ingredients. They have an Eat-All-You-Can promo available on weekdays (Mon – Fri) from 11 am to 5 pm!
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G/F One Rockwell, Rockwell Dr., Rockwell Center, Makati
(02) 8869-9861 | (0917) 890-7318
Din Tai Fung
An award-winning and half-century-old Taiwanese restaurant, if you’re craving quality “world-famous” xiao long bao as well as mouthwatering Taiwanese dishes, then best head on to Din Tai Fung.
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R1 Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center, Makati
Roti Shop
A place with a laid-back atmosphere, and no-frill interiors, Roti Shop will transport you to the Singaporean and Malaysian hawker centers through their simple, flavorful, and familiar Singaporean and Malaysian dishes.
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G/F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Dr. cor Estrella St., Rockwell Center, Makati
(0917) 626-9452
Banana Leaf
An Asian restaurant that offers a variety of Asian cuisines, Banana Leaf is the spot you should head on to if you’re craving Singaporean, Malaysian, Thai Vietnamese, Indonesian, or Indian food.
Marudori
At Marudori, it’s all about chicken. Unlike its sister companies, Mendokoro Ramenba and Ramen Yushoken, they bring rich and savory chicken-based ramen dishes and sides.
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G/F 8 Rockwell, Hidalgo Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City
International Cuisine
Bored and Hungry
Another the Grid favorite, Bored and Hungry is one of America’s best burgers. Formerly only offering the OG burger, Bored and Hungry has released the OG Pinoy burger that’s exclusive to Bored and Hungry stalls in the Philippines.
La Guada Mas
One of the most authentic Mexican restaurants in Metro Manila, this restaurant is just a few steps outside of the Powerplant mall. We recommend trying the mocaljete, shrimp tacos, and birria tacos.
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Chef Jessie
With a refreshing view of the garden and pool, Chef Jessie at Rockwell Club never fails to deliver international cuisine at its finest. Dining at Rockwell’s premiere fine dining establishment provides you with an unforgettable sensory experience that starts the minute you enter the elegantly decorated restaurant and ends long after you take your last bite of dessert.
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Ground Level, Amorsolo Square, Amorsolo Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati
(02) 8890-6543
CDP Global Table
CDP, which stands for Chef Du Partie, is a global restaurant that offers different international cuisines prepared by three renowned people: Malou Fores (of Mamou and Recovery Food), Katrina Kuhn-Alcantara (of Mesclun & Chuck’s Deli), and Kristine del Gallego-Locsin.
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G/F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell, Makati
(0917) 832-9828
Nikkei
Serving up the latest food trend in Europe, Nikkei is the first Peruvian-Japanese sushi bar in Manila headed by Argentinian Chef Christian Cejas.
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G/F One Rockwell, Rockwell Drive, Rockwell, Makati
(02) 8541-6689 | (0916) 636-9817
Grace Park
Grace Park is a farm-to-table concept by Margarita Fores serving dishes made from the freshest ingredients. Match that with their vintage-inspired interiors and calming ambiance and you’re sure to have a slow afternoon perfect for when you need a wind-down session. Plus, did you know that they serve lechon?
Reservations are accepted
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G/F One Rockwell, Rockwell Drive, Rockwell, Makati
(02) 8843-7275 | (0939) 934-7223
Rambla
A Spanish-Mediterranean restaurant that applies modern techniques in its cooking, Rambla creates flavorful memorable masterpieces which will no doubt make and leave an impression.
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G/F Joya building, Rockwell, Makati
(02) 823-6468
a mano
Serving fresh and faithful Italian food, a mano is a new addition to Rockwell’s food scene that is perfect for both family gatherings and date nights. Their menu comprises woodfire pizzas, pasta, steaks, and an incredible white truffle list!
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UG/F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Dr cor Estrella St, Makati
(0917) 552-6266
LUSSO by Margarita Fores
LUSSO by Margarita Fores promises the best of leisurely dining. They offer creative, indulgent, and elevated comfort food crafted with meticulous attention to detail.
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G/F, Hidalgo Dr, The Balmori Suites, Rockwell Center, Makati, Metro Manila
(0917) 180-5893
Mamou Too!
Known for offering steaks and pasta, Mamou Too! is an award-winning restaurant with a casual ambiance that’s perfect for family get-togethers.
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G/F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Dr., cor Estrella St., Rockwell Center, Makati
(02) 8346-9069 loc. 660
Cafe Mediterranean
Cafe Mediterranean is a restaurant that serves up all things Mediterranean that isn’t only familiar to the Filipino palate but can also be customized by those who are ordering – from the pita to the add-ons.
Dessert
M Bakery
One of New York’s famous bakeries, sweet tooths should definitely hit up M Bakery if you’re looking for a sweet time. They’re most known for their banana pudding, as well as their cupcakes!
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2F Rockwell Powerplant, Makati
Mo’ Cookies
Known for offering bigger-than-your-palm chocolate chip cookies as well as a variety of ooey, gooey cookie flavors, Mo’ Cookies will surely satisfy your sweet tooth from crumb size to palm size and more.
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G/F Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Dr., cor Estrella St., Rockwell Center, Makati
Carmen’s Best
One of the country’s best and award-winning local ice creams that originated from the owner’s actual home in Alabang, Carmen’s Best makes their concoctions only from the freshest milk and cream from their farm. Although selling and delivering across Metro Manila it now has its permanent shop set up in Rockwell, Makati. Bestselling flavors include Salted Caramel, Malted Milk, Butter Pecan, and Brazilian Coffee.
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