{"id":35536,"date":"2016-12-22T17:58:15","date_gmt":"2016-12-22T09:58:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=35536"},"modified":"2019-09-13T17:24:47","modified_gmt":"2019-09-13T09:24:47","slug":"american-franchises-manila-2016","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/american-franchises-manila-2016\/","title":{"rendered":"10 of the Biggest U.S. Franchises That Opened in Manila this 2016"},"content":{"rendered":"

The bigger, the better!<\/p>\n

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This year of 2016 has been a fun and exciting one when it comes to food trends and new restaurant happenings. You may have seen our list about new dessert trends in Manila and the compilation of Japanese franchises that came to the Philippines this year.<\/p>\n

In this list, we’ll be talking about big burgers, glorious steaks, never-ending stacks of pancakes, and the craziest and sweetest milkshakes you’ve ever seen. That’s right; in this article, we’re putting the spotlight on the 10 huge American franchises that we saw in Manila this 2016.<\/p>\n

Sugar Factory<\/a> – Shangri-la Fort<\/h2>\n

Sugar Factory is an American bar and restaurant<\/strong> that serves gourmet desserts, hot meals, and over the top premium sweets. Celebrities like Britney Spears and Kylie Jenner are famous endorsers for this US brand. They also have signature candy cocktails that you can choose to have without the alcohol. Read our full feature here.<\/em><\/p>\n

Photo from @xkatechua<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nG\/F Shangri-la Hotel at the Fort, 30th St corner 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 958-5175<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Applebee’s<\/a><\/h2>\n

Applebee\u2019s is a casual diner and bar<\/strong> franchised from the US serving big-plated American favorites including ribs<\/strong>, burgers, steaks, beers and more. They now have two branches in Manila, one in Eastwood and the other one is in BGC. Read our full feature here.<\/em><\/p>\n

Photo from @iamrachelev<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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\nView menu<\/a>
\nView all branches<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Pink’s Hotdogs<\/a> – Shangri-la Fort<\/h2>\n

Pink’s Hotdogs is a popular US-based hotdog stand<\/strong> that opened first in 1939 in Los Angeles, California. Manila is their first international branch<\/strong>, all thanks to the Wildflour Cafe + Bakery group. We heard that their classic bestseller is none other than, the Chili Dog! Read more here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Insider tip: <\/strong>Despite being a hotdog stand, Pink's actually also serves some mean burgers.<\/pre>\n
Photo from @camillekayeoliveras<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Photo from @pinksmanila<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @mikicheeky<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nShangri-la Hotel at the Fort, 30th St corner 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 772-1147<\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Wolfgang’s Steakhouse<\/a><\/h2>\n
Wolfgang\u2019s Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener is one of New York\u2019s top steakhouses that specializes in 100% dry-aged Prime steaks<\/strong>, premium seafood, fresh salads and indulging desserts. <\/em><\/p>\n
Also featured here:<\/strong> 12 Unique Restaurants at Resorts World Manila<\/pre>\n
Photo from @ralphisarollercoaster<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @magicmikechua<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n2\/F Resorts World Manila, Newport Blvd, Newport City, Pasay
\n(0920) 821-9247<\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory<\/a><\/h2>\n
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is an international dessert kiosk franchise<\/strong> known for their gourmet chocolate, chocolate dipped bananas, and of course, caramel apples<\/strong>! They just recently opened a new branch at Shangri-la Plaza mall in Shaw. Read our full feature here. <\/em><\/p>\n
Photo from @story.of.a.boy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView all branches<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a><\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Moe’s Southwest Grill<\/a><\/h2>\n
Moe\u2019s Southwest Grill is an international franchise serving Tex-Mex fusion cuisine<\/strong>. They are mostly known for their build your own tacos, burritos, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n
Also featured here: <\/strong>20 New Restaurants in BGC Perfect for First Dates<\/pre>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n4\/F Uptown Mall, 36th Street cor 9th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 836-7141<\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Texas Roadhouse<\/a><\/h2>\n
A legendary Western American steak house<\/strong>, Texas Roadhouse is famous and desired for their hand-cut steaks, fall-off-the-bones ribs<\/strong>, made-from-scratch sides and freshly-baked bread. <\/em><\/p>\n
Photo from @evangelistakath<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @thefoodcrawlers<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView all branches<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a><\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Fatburger<\/a><\/h2>\n
Fat Burger first opened in 1947 as a three-stool burger stand along West Ave, California. They’re known for their lean Angus beef burgers<\/strong>, ice cream milkshakes, and the exciting build-your-own burger experience<\/strong>. They also have wings, rice bowls, sundaes, and root beer floats. Read our exclusive first look here.<\/em><\/p>\n
Photo from @jigsgolo<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Photo from @acecruzzz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nG\/F Glorietta 2, Palm Drive, Ayala Center, Makati<\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Denny’s<\/a><\/h2>\n
Denny’s is a 60-year old, classic family diner and fast food giant<\/strong>. It started as a 24\/7 donut stand in 1953, but now they have over 1,700 branches worldwide. Since it’s an American diner, their bestsellers here are their hefty breakfast plates, all-you-can-eat pancakes, unlimited coffee, and a few Filipino favorites. Read our full feature here. <\/em><\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nG\/F Uptown Parade, 38th Street cor 9th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 772-3371<\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Mighty Quinn’s<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Mighty Quinn is the newest franchise to open in Manila<\/strong>, just a few weeks ago! They are popular for their slow smoked brisket<\/strong> with bestsellers like the Brontosaurus Rib, Burnt Ends Sandwich, paired with their special cane sugar drinks. Read more here.<\/em><\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n3\/F SM Megamall, Mega Fashion Hall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 721-1733<\/p>\n
VIEW MENU<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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Since 2016 rocked our worlds and tummies, we just can’t help but feel giddy and excited for what 2017 has in store for us! Download Booky<\/a> now to get up to P500 discount on our 500 prime partner restaurants<\/a>! Happy Holidays!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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