Next stop Cubao Station đ
For frequent visitors of Gateway Araneta, and Ali Mall, Cubao is the center of the world–or rather, Metro Manila. And now, with the new Gateway Mall 2, there are more restaurants, cafes, and food spots to try with your family and barkada!
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At the new Gateway Mall 2, you’ll go crazy with the number of retail stores and restaurants that will surely make your shopping and dining experience more exciting!
But even better, this mall has a beautiful indoor fountain and LED-powered ceiling called the Quantum Skyview! And did you know? You can find the new Shopwise here, too!
Before catching the train or attending the latest concert, check out the best restaurants at Gateway Mall 2 and find fancy steakhouses, unlimited hotpot and buffets, international cuisine, fast food favorites, and a whole lot more!
Where to eat Chinese food in Gateway Mall 2
Hawker Chan
Craving for a Michelin star meal for an affordable price? Come over at Hawker Chan and enjoy their specialties such as Roasted Duck, Char Siew, Soya Sauce Chicken, and more!
Tim Ho Wan
Feast on delectable dimsums, noodles, congee, and the famous Pork Buns of Tim Ho Wan! You’ll love their budget-friendly prices and their flavorful dishes. Come to this gateway restaurant to try their group meals.
Panda Express
One of the most popular fast food chains in America, Panda Express is most known for big servings of delicious Chinese food. WE recommend getting a plate full of fried rice, Mongolian pork, and honey walnut shrimp. Also check out their world famous orange chicken.
Choi Garden
One of the only Chinese restaurants in the new Gateway Mall 2, Choi Garden is most known for its hotpot rice–hearty dish to share with your family and friends. We recommend trying the spareribs with sausage or the bbq pork asado hotpot rice!
Where to eat Japanese food in Gateway Mall 2
Genki Sushi
Genki Sushi, a Japanese restaurant famous for its mini bullet train that delivers your orders to your table, is now open in Gateway 2 Mall, serving authentic Japanese goodness! Order any of the sashimi at this Gateway 2 restaurant or their salmon nigiri.
UCC Park Cafe
Searching for a tambayan spot? At UCC Park Cafe, you get to enjoy delicious coffee creations, pastries, and savory dishes–both Japanese and Filipino-inspired. Go to this Gateway restaurant when you wnt to catch up with your friends!
Botejyu
Anyone looking for quality Japanese food should go to Botejyu. While this Gateway Mall 2 restaurant might serve just about any Japanese dish from shrimp tempura to teppanyaki, and even ramen, Botejyu specializes in Osaka and Nagasaki-style okonomiyaki.
Ramen Nagi
One of the most popular ramen spots in the metro, Ramen Nagi is truly a crowd favorite when it comes to that heart-warming bowl of noodles! They have a special ramen flavor every month so be sure to visit them. We recommend trying their Butao King.
Yoshinoya
Famous for its budget-friendly yet flavor bomb gyudon bowl, Yoshinoya is where quality Japanese cuisine meets affordability! Pair your gyudon bowl with a side of gyoza for a delicious yet affordable meal.
Where to get comfort food in Gateway Mall 2
Grace Park
For family gatherings or special celebrations, head over to Grace Park for some elevated and unique comfort food. Their dishes are guaranteed farm-to-table, with a wide selection of pastas, sandwiches, salads, seafood, meats, and more!
Nono’s
Offering everything comfort food, Nono’s is the place in Gateway Mall 2 to visit when you’re itching to have a hearty meal. We recommend trying the homestyle fried chicken, Nono’s sisig, garlic steak with mushrooms, and Mac n’ Cheese. Nono’s is also great for large groups with its spacious interiors!
Cafe Mary Grace
A popular place for people to catch up, Mary Grace is the place for the titas and titas-at-heart. With the food being only a side to the chika, make sure to try the beef tapa, lemon squares, and the classic carbonara!
Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken & Sauce Bar
When craving roasted chicken, Peri Peri Charcoal Chicken is one of the best and most affordable in Metro Manila. Take a bite out of the classic charcoal chicken with a side of the Peri Peri’s special sauces like Sweet Soy, Garlic Brew, Hoisin Sesame, and more!
Cibo
One of the pioneers for Italian cuisine in the Philippines, it’s never a wrong decision to take your family out to Cibo. We recommend the roast chicken, roman style porchetta, and the mushroom truffle pasta.
Where to eat Filipino food in Gateway Mall 2
Abe
Classic Pampanga-style Filipino food has been perfected by Abe and is now open to those living in the Cubao-Araneta area. Bring the whole family after Sunday Mass or to celebrate a birthday, eating Abe’s largely portioned meals of Sinigang sa Ube or Crispy Tadyang.
Via Mare
How does Bibingka and some Dinuguan at Puto sound for meryenda? What about some Sinigang na Hipon or Inihaw na Liempo? Whatever time of day you’re having your meal, you can get the best of Filipino food here at Via Mare!
Mangan
Taking your family out on a Filipino feast? Visit Mangan and enjoy classic Pinoy dishes like Kare-Kare, Bulalo, Dinuguan, and so much more!
Manam
Honestly one of the best introductions for foreigners to Filipino food, Manam sets to modernized local cuisine but keept its soul intact. Their House Crispy Sisig is a standout, featuring crispy pork bits in a flavorful sauce thatâs perfect for sharing. Donât miss their Sinigang na Beef Short Rib and Watermelon, a unique take on the sour soup with a hint of sweetness from fresh watermelon.
Where to get steak in Gateway Mall 2
Wolfgang Steakhouse
One of the most famous steakhouses in the past couple of years, Wolfgang has been the subject of many bill reveal videos on tiktok. While Wolfgang can be a bit expensive, its USDA prime dry-aged steaks make the hole in your wallet worth it!
a mano
One of the most popular authentic Italian restaurants, a mano offers classic Italian dishes like linguini and cacio e pepe as well as pizzas like margherita and quattro formaggi! A mano also draws from American and Japanese influences with the fusilli all’americana con burrata and spaghetti alla giapponese.
Mamou
Another viral steakhouse, Mamou offers some of the highest quality steaks and seafood. We recommend trying the dry-aged porterhouse steak as well as the maine lobster tails.
Where to get burgers in Gateway Mall 2
Shake Shack
One of the most popular burger joints in the world finds its way into Araneta Collesium. This Shake Shack delivers straight to your seat when watching PBA games or even in concerts. This Shake Shack also has a new shake exclusive to the Araneta branch.
Pound
Another popular burger joint, Pound offers some of the best gourmet burgers in the Metro. Pair the Pound’s burgers alongside some of its famous poutine for a gastronomic experience.
Burgoo
Feast on the best dishes of American cuisine here at Burgoo, a Gateway staple that now has a fresh, new look! They offer sulit-sarap dishes with big servings that are perfect for barkada groups, families, or anyone with a big appetite!
Where to eat at a buffet in Gateway Mall 2
Dookki
One of the most affordable buffets, Dookki offers hotpot, Korean barbecue, and other meals like Korean fried chicken! We recommend going there on an empty stomach and eager enough to try everything Dookki has to offer.
Tong Yang
If unlimited hotpot, shabu-shabu, and barbecue is your jam, then Tong Yang at Gatewall Mall 2 is your place. This popular buffet place is not only sulit, but it also assures the freshest and highest-quality ingredients!
Where to get dessert in Gateway Mall 2
BLK 513
Frozen yogurt has never been healthier than with BLK 513’s charcoal-infused yogurt. Choose from a wide variety of toppings, from fruits like kiwi and mango to granola and even chocolate to make the yogurt cup of your dreams.
Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory
It’s time to indluge and treat yourself to Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory. They use the best cheeses in the world and Hokkaido milk, making their pastries, biscuits, and cheesecakes the ultimate must-have for cheese and milk lovers!
Dairy Queen
A now iconic brand of ice cream, head to Dairy Queen to grab and ice cream to eat while walking around this new mall. Try Dairy Queen’s classic flavors like oreo, mango, and strawberry!
The Matcha Tokyo
The Matcha Tokyo brings the authentic taste of Japanese matcha to life with a menu full of flavorful, high-quality matcha creations. Their Matcha Latte is a must-try, featuring rich and creamy matcha balanced with a hint of sweetness. For a refreshing treat, the Iced Matcha Lemonade offers a unique blend of earthy matcha and bright citrus. Don’t miss their Matcha Soft Serve, a smooth and creamy dessert that perfectly showcases the bold, vibrant flavor of premium Japanese matcha.
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