{"id":210139,"date":"2024-10-09T07:36:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T23:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=210139"},"modified":"2024-10-25T13:22:38","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T05:22:38","slug":"restaurants-you-cant-miss-pepsi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/restaurants-you-cant-miss-pepsi\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Must-Try Restaurants In and Around Metro Manila That You Haven’t Tried"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hurry before it gets too popular!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Familiar restaurants and fast food chains are comforting because you know what you’re getting with every order. However, as a foodie, it’s important to look past the popular chains to unveil a treasure trove of hidden gems. These restaurants offer unique flavors, cozy atmospheres, and unforgettable dishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also read \u2013 Table for One: Must-Try Solo Foodie Field Trips<\/a><\/strong><\/kbd><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whether you’re a local or a tourist, it’s crucial to take the path less traveled to discover eateries to elevate your dining experience. Here are 20 must-try hidden gem restaurants in Metro Manila. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myons Cuisine<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located in the busy streets of Quezon City, Myons Cuisine offers culinary excellence at affordable prices. Their crispy kare-kare<\/strong> clocks in at P560 and can feed up to three people. Similarly, their signature dishes can be shared by two. Meanwhile, the baby back ribs<\/strong>, wagyu salpicao<\/strong>, and mahi-mahi florentine<\/strong> all cost less than P1,350.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>390 Mayon Ave cor Calamba St, Quezon City, Lourdes, Quezon City, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Kosumosu<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Tucked in the party district of Makati, Poblacion, is Kosumosu, a Japanese-inspired restaurant that serves high-quality food. A fan favorite of theirs is the big bang chicken bao<\/strong>, which has chicken katsu, togarashi hot butter, slaw, and steamed ube brioche bun. We also recommend trying their galaxy gyoza<\/strong>, a dumpling made with ground pork, shiitake mushrooms, cabbages, and other umami-filled ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>5421 Gen Luna St, Poblacion, Poblacion, Makati, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Lunes Everyday Dining<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re dining with friends, Lunes Everyday Dining is for you. Not only do they have flavors sure to blow you away, but Lunes also has a newly-introduced boodle feast<\/strong> that comes with garlic rice<\/strong>, squid<\/strong>, lechon belly<\/strong>, liempo<\/strong>, chicken inasal<\/strong>, and all the other boodle fight must-haves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>6060 R Palma St, Poblacion, Makati, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Dominique’s Kitchen<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A place where students can unwind, Dominique’s Kitchen is making a name for itself among Thomasians. They have student-friendly meals, such as the kare-kareng bagnet<\/strong>, priced at P165. And don\u2019t let the price fool you, as the flavor is nothing but cheap. Their famous tapa<\/strong> could square up against more well-known establishments, which is a bold statement considering it only costs PHP 150.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>1085 Padre Noval St cor J Barlin St, P. Noval, P Noval, Sampaloc, Manila, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Tolit’s Peri-Peri<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re in the mood for peri-peri, we recommend checking out Tolit’s. This quaint diner is slowly building an empire in the Metro on the back of its distinct, yet delicious, peri-peri chicken<\/strong>. Their chicken comes in four different spice levels, the spiciest called the peri bomb. They also have non-chicken options that match in taste, such as the grilled liempo<\/strong>, back ribs<\/strong>, and fried chicken<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>McArthur Hwy, Caltex Lolomboy, Bulacan, Lolomboy, Bocaue, Bulacan <\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The Frazzled Cook<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Located in the Scout area, the Frazzled Cook serves comfort food sure to brighten up your day. One fan favorite is their seafood paella<\/strong>, which has sauteed chicken bits topped with seafood and pork sausage. Frazzled Cook’s fried chicken with gravy<\/strong> should also bring back childhood memories, as the salty and tender chicken pairs well with the rich and tasty sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>78 Sct Gandia St, Tomas Morato, Laging Handa, Quezon City, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Cafe Meema<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cafe Meema is a cafe in Malate that has everything you’re looking for. If you’re craving some form of silog<\/strong>, their solo meal has different viands such as tapa<\/strong>, chicken<\/strong>, pork<\/strong>, and pork belly<\/strong>. It’s also a fine place to spend time with friends, as you can share their fries<\/strong>, nachos<\/strong>, and chicken liver pate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>G\/F Bldg 1, CCP Complex, 1202 Bukaneg St, Harbour Square, Malate, Manila, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Flossom Kitchen + Cafe<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flossom Kitchen + Cafe offers an all-day breakfast menu with classic and unique dishes. Their fluffy cream pancake<\/strong> has different flavors, such as tiramisu<\/strong>, ube<\/strong>, and strawberry<\/strong>. They also have an English breakfast<\/strong> with two pancakes, ham, bacon, mushrooms, and more. However, the steak and eggs with cajun rice or potato wedges are the show stopper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>187 N Averilla St, San Juan, Sta Lucia, San Juan, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Hing Chun Tea House<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re looking for an underrated Chinese place, we recommend checking out Hing Chun Tea House in Quezon City. From dim sums<\/strong> to soup<\/strong>, Hing Chun has a variety of must-try dishes. Their stuffed eggplant<\/strong> is a tasty dish that clocks in at P160. However, the Szechuan chicken<\/strong> is the dish that will make your visit worth it. The chicken is delectable and has a nice kick thanks to the Szechuan peppers’ innate hot flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>86 Malakas St, Quezon City, Pinyahan, Quezon City, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Pablo’s Taqueria<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pablo’s Taqueria is a restaurant near UST that specializes in tacos and burritos. If you’re looking for something different, try the sisig burrito<\/strong> with egg, as the pita bread makes for a perfect vessel for the classic Filipino dish. They also have a chicken adobo birria<\/strong> that comes in three different sizes, making it a perfect for-sharing snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>G\/F, 1254 Asturias St cor Laong Laan St, Fusebox Lifestyle Complex, UST, Sampaloc, Manila, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Burnt Bamboo<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Burnt Bamboo is a restaurant that elevates classic Filipino barbecue. We’re fans of their grilled<\/strong> hotdogs<\/strong>, chicken inasal<\/strong>, and pork belly liempo<\/strong>, all staples in Filipino barbecue parties. Burnt Bamboo also has street food favorites, like betamax<\/strong>, chicken <\/strong>and pork isaw<\/strong>, lugaw<\/strong>, and isol<\/strong>, to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>4\/F, 9th Ave cor 36th St, Uptown Mall, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Kabab and Curry<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Makati is home to numerous under-the-radar restaurants, but we’d argue there’s not one that compares to Kabab and Curry. They serve Mediterranean dishes, such as chicken tikka<\/strong>, chicken green boti<\/strong>, beef kebab<\/strong>, and more. They also have biryani <\/strong>for rice lovers, with different options like beef<\/strong>, chicken<\/strong>, mutton<\/strong>, prawn<\/strong>, and fish<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>20 Jupiter St, Jupiter, Bel-Air, Makati, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Ramen Daisho<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As the name suggests, Ramen Daisho is a Japanese-inspired restaurant located in Makati. You’ll find their menu familiar, as they serve Japanese staples like mixed tempura<\/strong>, shio ramen<\/strong>, gyoza<\/strong>, fish teriyaki<\/strong>, and different bento meals<\/strong>, among others. Their biggie meals <\/strong>are perfect for diners who want to indulge in Japanese cuisine, as it has comes with different proteins, dumplings, and drinks you can choose from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>7248 Malugay St, Assembly Grounds at The Rise, San Antonio, Makati, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Al Jograts Persian Grill<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hidden gems don’t necessarily have to be expensive. Take Al Jograts, for example, as their dishes are all budget-friendly without sacrificing flavor. Their shawarma <\/strong>and wraps <\/strong>all cost under P150, with varying options like chicken<\/strong>, beef<\/strong>, keema<\/strong>, and falafel<\/strong>. They also have rice meals priced at P190, such as their double beef rice<\/strong> and chicken kebab rice<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>1226-A V Concepcion St, Sampaloc, Manila, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

G? Unliwings, Ribs & More<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Take a break from the usual buffet and Korean barbecue options by dining at G? Unliwings, Ribs, and More. For only P300, you can enjoy unlimited wings and rice<\/strong> with different flavors like buffalo<\/strong>, sweet chili<\/strong>, garlic parmesan<\/strong>, lemon glaze<\/strong>, and more. Student-friendly meals are also available, such as their shanghai rolls rice meal<\/strong>, which costs P79.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>6 Knights of Columbus St, Fatima – Valenzuela, Marulas, Valenzuela, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Trece Cafe & Kitchen<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Trece Cafe and Kitchen makes use of the jaw dropping backdrop of Cavite, as you can enjoy a cup of joe and snacks on the side. As for the food, the cheesy spam<\/strong> and potato fries<\/strong> are a good blend of savory and salty, while the chicken wings<\/strong> are a flavor explosion that comes in buffalo<\/strong>, garlic parmesan<\/strong>, and 7 spices<\/strong>. And if you need an extra boost, we recommend giving their espresso <\/strong>or americano <\/strong>a try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>Km 45 Governor’s Dr, Cavite, San Agustin, Trece Martires, Cavite<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Happon Ramen House<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Happon Ramen House is a Japanese-inspired restaurant in Maginhawa, Cepede, and Belfast. They pride themselves in serving budget-friendly traditional Japanese cuisine, such as the spicy miso ramen<\/strong> that costs P248. Their bento meals<\/strong> cost P248, and they\u2019re served with rice, veggies, and different protein options like tonkatsu<\/strong>, karaage<\/strong>, chicken teriyaki<\/strong>, and yakiniku<\/strong>, among others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Burnt Edges<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re looking for something fancier, we recommend giving Burnt Edges a shot. Their Caesar salad<\/strong> is refreshing and has bold flavors, with customizable toppings like shrimp<\/strong>, chicken<\/strong>, and wagyu cubes<\/strong>. However, it’s their bags-by-the-pound menu<\/strong> that takes the cake. Choose how you want the protein cooked, whether it’s boiled, grilled, or fried. They have options ranging from shrimp<\/strong>, mussels<\/strong>, crabs<\/strong>, and chicken<\/strong>, with numerous signature sauces to tie it together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Comida China de Manila<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Comida China de Manila is a restaurant that offers Chinese cuisine. Every bite will transport you to Binondo, as they have classics like camaron rebosado con jamon<\/strong>, ampalaya con carne<\/strong>, pinsec frito<\/strong>, hototay<\/strong>, and more. Of course, the Chinese experience isn’t without noodles. For that, their comida china chow mein<\/strong> or the seafood pancit canton<\/strong> should hit the spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>G\/F, Eulogio Rodriguez Jr Ave cor Calle Industria, S&R Libis-Bagumbayan, Bagumbayan, Quezon City, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Cheng Dynasty Hotpot<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For as low as P599, you can get unlimited hotpot here at Cheng Dynasty. Their broth base is diverse, featuring unique soups like squid ink<\/strong>, native chicken<\/strong>, karou shoyo<\/strong>, and more. For the meat, they serve duck blood<\/strong>, bull penis<\/strong>, sliced lamb<\/strong>, and more traditional cuts like pork belly<\/strong>, shrimp<\/strong>, and squid<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>625 NS Amoranto Sr St, Amoranto, Sienna, Quezon City, Metro Manila<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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