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Check out the top 10 most loved restaurants this month in the South (Alabang and Paranaque), based on user favorites from Booky, the #1 food app in the Philippines.
Insider tip: If you book at the Prime Restaurants below through Booky, you not only get a discount but can get a free dessert after your meal when you fill out the feedback form on our app!
10. Butamaru – Westgate
136 Favorites
Returning entry
Butamaru offers different kinds of ramen, tacos, gyoza, and more. Known for their round, melt-in-your mouth slices of chasu and 16-hour tonkotsu broth, Butamaru will give you an authentic Hakata-style ramen experience. It’s for people looking for no frills ramen and Japanese food. It’s not for modern Japanese cuisine with all the bells and whistles. We recommend the Shoyu ramen. Our insider tip: don’t be afraid to lift your bowl and slurp your soup. It’s a signal that you really enjoyed the broth! Read our full feature here.
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CE405 Westgate Center Commerce Ave.
(02) 887-4255
9. Kessaku – Filinvest
138 Favorites
Returning entry
Kessaku is a casual restaurant serving a full range of authentic, top-quality Japanese food. True to their name, the word “kessaku” (pronounced kessah-koo, accent on the ‘koo’) translates to “creating masterpieces“. Their no-frills menu includes everything from sushi boats to tempura, wagyu cubes, and more. It’s for satisfying those never ending Japanese cravings. It’s not for those adventurous eaters looking for modern or fusion eats. We recommend the Chirashi Moriawase, Kessaku Sushi Boat, and the Angus Prime Chahan. Our insider tip: Enjoy their Classic Margarita, Lychee Martini, and Classic Mojito with their Extended Happy Hour! (P65/drink, 5-8pm Fridays-Sundays)
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G/F Commercenter Building, Filinvest, Alabang
(02) 403-3445
8. Gong Cha – Festival Mall
193 Favorites
Last month’s #8
Gong Cha serves milk tea, fruit juices, ice smoothies, brewed tea, chocolate beverages, and coffee. There are over 170 outlets worldwide spreading from Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Macau, China, Malaysia and the Philippines. It’s for the milk tea addicts craving for some authentic Asian milk tea. It’s not for those wanting a different kind of drink. We recommend their well-renowned Alisan Milk Tea, which you can Buy 1 Get 1!
Insider Tip: Download Booky to enjoy BUY ONE GET ONE Alisan Milk Tea and more from Gong Cha! Read more here.
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3/F Cinema Level, UP Town Center, Katipunan Ave, Diliman, Quezon City
7. Auntie Anne’s – Alabang Town Center
157 Favorites
New entry
Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Yoghurt Popping Lemonade and more at Auntie Anne's with Booky!
Dubbed as “the world’s most loved pretzels,” Auntie Anne’s features all-time favorites such as their signature pretzels, pretzel nuggets, choco chip cream cheese stix, and more. It’s for carb lovers who like their pretzels savory and sweet! It’s not for people on adiet, it’s carb heavy! Our insider tip: you can Buy 1 Get 1 Popping Lemonade in both Yoghurt and Red Mango flavors!
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UG/F Kiosk Alabang Town Center, Expansion Bldg, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(0923) 705 2278
6. Tony Roma’s Restaurant – Alabang Town Center
175 Favorites
New entry
Tony Roma’s is a full-service, casual dining family restaurant where you can find premier Ribs and Steaks in locations across the world. Heating the oven since 1972 in North Miami, these famous ribs and steaks have traveled over 32 countries with almost 200 restaurants. It’s for groups or families who love hearty meals. It’s not for those staying away from meat.
Insider tip: Buy 1 Get 1 Star-Studded Platter (featuring Tony Roma’s Red Hots sauce) for only ₱1,450 at Tony Roma's with Booky!
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2/F Alabang Town Center, Luna St, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(02) 771-1388
5. Buffet101 – Alabang Town Center
185 Favorites
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Buffet101 is an affordable, family-favorite buffet restaurant. Favorites from the buffet include the Angus Beef Steak and their baked oysters. It’s for anyone looking into all-you-can Asian favorites! It’s not for those either allergic to seafood or those craving for a more Western-centric buffet. Insider tip: their buffet per head costs about 699 to 1050 Php.
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Alabang Town Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(08) 866-1000
4. Sunnies Cafe – Alabang
189 Favorites
Last month’s #5
Sunnies Cafe is the spin-off cafe of eyewear powerbrand, Sunnies Studios. It is LA-inspired and got us covered from brunch to dinner, and coffee to cocktails. It’s for people looking for an Instagram-worthy moment, from food to space. We recommend the Crispy Tacos, Chicken and Waffles, White Truffle Cream Pasta, and their famous Funfetti. Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Sunnies Pork with Booky at their other branches!
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G/F Alabang Town Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(02) 777 6319
3. Cara Mia
202 Favorites
New entry
Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Double Dutch, Rocky Road, and Coffee Mudslide Gelatos at Cara Mia with Booky! Read more here.
Cara Mia Cakes & Gelato offers frozen sweets and treats. They also have refrigerated cakes like Pistachio Cioccolato, Midnight Dream and Chocolate S’mores. It’s for those who love gelatos of all flavors! It’s not for those who can’t take a little brain freeze.
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2/F Alabang Town Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(02) 403-9373
2. Pound by Todd English – Alabang Town Center
313 Favorites
Last month’s #2
Pound by Todd English is an old school counter-style burger joint with a 1920s speakeasy vibe. They pride themselves in using the freshest ingredients and making everything in-house, allowing us to experience a serious, fancy upgrade in the Philippines’ burger game. It’s for burger crawlers who are fans of Todd English Food Hall. It’s not for vegans. We recommend the T.E. Crispy Chicken Burger, Amsterdam Burger and Pound Burger. Our insider tip: when you use the Booky app, you can avail buy 1 get 1 meals! You may choose either the Pound Chicken Loco Moco or their Secret Slider.
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G/F Alabang Town Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(0917) 629-3469
1. Samgyupsalamat – Alabang Town Center
388 Favorites
Last month’s #1
Samgyupsalamat is a Korean BBQ restaurant where you can enjoy barbecuing and other Korean favorites like Bibimbap, spicy noodles and other grilled meat.It’s for meat and Korean food lovers alike. Hungry folks looking to unwind are welcome too. It’s not for shy appetites. We recommend you wear loose jeans (sweatpants are ideal) and come hungry. You’ll thank us later. Our insider tip: stock up on a plate each for meat and greens. It saves time and effort in the long run.
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Cinema Bldg., Alabang Town Center, Alabang Zapote Road, Alabang, Muntinlupa
(0947) 442-0235
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