{"id":5428,"date":"2024-11-04T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-11-04T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=5428"},"modified":"2024-11-04T14:25:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-04T06:25:11","slug":"new-must-try-restaurants-in-up-town-center","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/new-must-try-restaurants-in-up-town-center\/","title":{"rendered":"25 Must-Try UP Town Center Restaurants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Your guide to the best eats around Katipunan and Diliman!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

U.P. Town Center<\/a> is a collaboration between U.P. Diliman campus and the Ayala Malls that aims to foster community and academe building by providing a mix of high-quality retailers and office tenants, restaurants, and services that cater to the needs and demands of students, workers, and residents in the surrounding community.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out these uptc restaurants for when you have a free cut (wink wink), and family day or just looking to eat out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mann Hann<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Always filled with families during weekends, Mann Hann is the perfect place for family dinning with their large servings of classic Chinese food. We recommend their fish fillet with tausi sauce, oyster pancake<\/strong>, any of their dimsum and fried rice<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yayoi<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having perfected the art of teishoku, Yayoi is definitely a place to get a well-balanced Japanese meal. Their best-seller is the chicken<\/strong> nanban<\/strong>, but there’s no harm in trying their teppanyaki<\/strong>, sushi<\/strong> rolls<\/strong>, and even natto<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sichu Malatang<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While we’re used to the typical sweet and sour pork or siomai, Sichu Malatang offers spicy noodles straight from Szechuan province. Pick your ingredients from fresh vegetables to seafood, dumplings, noodles,<\/strong> and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pepper Lunch<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There’s nowhere else to go than Pupper Lunch when you’re in a hurry but still want an affordable yet delicious meal. We recommend trying the classic beef pepper rice <\/strong>coated with their secret sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Italianni’s<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to classic Italian dining, Italianni’s is the go-to for most people. Serving delicious family-sized Italian meals fit for Filipino tastes, we recommend their herb chicken, margherita pizza, and creamy pesto salmon<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Burger Beast<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a comforting meal the American way head to Burger Beast! We recommend classics like the umami burger, super cali smashed burger, crispy chicken sandwich,<\/strong> and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Frankie’s New York Buffalo Wings<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Offerings up to 13 flavors of delicious wings, Frankie’s is a go-to spot for some seriously good chicken. Get the Classic Buffalo flavor, Garlic Parmesan, and the Salted Egg<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pancake House<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to satisfying your pancake cravings, as well as other breakfast favorites, get it at Pancake House. Try pancake flavors like Blueberry, Chocolate Chip, Bacon<\/strong> and Cheese<\/strong>, and don’t forget to try their chicken, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chili\u2019s Bar and Grill<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Grab your friends and family for some classic American comfort food here at Chili’s. Feast on delicious dishes like ribs, burgers, and their namesake, chili<\/strong>. They also have alcoholic drinks for when you need to unwind!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Botejyu<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Find all your Japanese cravings at Botejyu where they specialize in their legendary okonomiyaki<\/strong>. They also offer ramen, sushi, sashimi, rice bowls, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dohtonbori<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Straight from Japan, have a taste of Osaka right at Dohtonbori in U.P. Town Center. This restaurant specializes in okonomiyaki, both Osaka and Nagasaki-style. Dohtonbori also has other Japanese dishes like katsudon<\/strong>, ramen<\/strong>, gyoza<\/strong>, sushi<\/strong>, and sashimi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kuya Korea<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A David Licauco restaurant, Kuya Korean offers your favorite Korean food that’s affordable yet doesn’t break the bank. Go here for a quick meal right before your classes and get the Gochujang Chicken, Bulgogi Rice Bowl, and Bingsu.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Genki Sushi<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Welcome to the future (Japan)! With Genki Sushi, all you have to do is order off a tablet located beside your table and wait for the<\/strong> sushi train to arrive<\/strong> at its destination (your table). Aside from the unique experience, they also serve really good sushi and other Japanese favorites!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nono\u2019s<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the most popular restaurants wherever it is, Nono’s has become well-known for their high-quality comfort food and must-try desserts. It’s definitely a “yes!” from us for Nono’s. Don’t miss their Beef Tapa, Homestyle Fried Chicken, <\/strong>and Chocolate Oblivion Cake<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Barcino<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have a taste of Spain right in the middle of Katipunan at Barcino! Famous for their delicious Spanish<\/strong> cuisine and wide selection of wine<\/strong>, our personal favorite offer from Barcino is their unli-sangria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Silantro Fil-Mex Cantina<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A true U.P. Town Center staple, Silantro is a casual Tex-Mex restaurant that still brings in massive lines! Packing huge flavors at great prices, Silanto is definitely a must-try spot when you find yourself at U.P. Town. Try the Silantro’s Paella Fajita Mix, Papi’s Fritas, and the Beef Nachos<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Alley by Vikings<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Alley by Vikings is an indoor food hall with international unique concepts to choose from<\/strong>.  Reminiscent of hawker centers, The Alley is the UP Town Center buffet that you have to go to!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Marugame Udon<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A self-service style restaurant from Tokyo which allows you to create your own udon by picking your own toppings<\/strong>, get affordable, flavorful, and freshly made Japanese dishes at Marugame Udon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery offers specialty coffee and fusion comfort food<\/strong> like kimchi fried rice with maple bacon slab, quinoa bowl, and buttermilk fried chicken with ube waffle in salted egg sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CIBO<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A favorite among titas and would-be-titas, Cibo is a local restaurant chain by Margarita Flores<\/strong> that serves authentic Italian dishes tweaked for Filipino tastes. Quite literally, Cibo means \u2018food\u2019 in Italian. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ramen Nagi<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the most popular joints in the country, Ramen Nagi is known for offering “King” bowls that come in different flavors. Some of the flavors they offer are the Black King (squid ink), Red King (spicy), and Green King (pesto). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mama Lou’s Italian Kitchen<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Mama Lou’s you and your family can fill yourselves up with authentic Italian dishes like pizza, pasta, risotto, and more!<\/strong> Come here for celebrations and even simple feasts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sushi Nori<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sushi Nori is the first temakeria in the country <\/strong>that offers grab-and-go sushi. Go ahead and try their combinations of over 26 different flavors in hand-rolled temaki or 6-pc sushi rolls set. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Yabu<\/a>: House of Katsu<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yabu: House of Katsu is a restaurant that serves up all things katsu <\/strong>which you can pair with their unlimited rice, cabbage salad, and fruits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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TuanTuan Chinese Brasserie<\/a> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TuanTuan Chinese Brasserie, located right in the heart of the alfresco area at UP Town Center, serves Hong Kong comfort food in a French-inspired ambiance. Be sure to have the Crispy Barbecued Pork Snow Buns, Malay Laksa Fish Soup Combo, and Pork Meatball Congee<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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