Insider tip:<\/strong> If you book at the Prime Restaurants below through Booky<\/a> you can get a free dessert<\/strong> after your meal when you fill out the feedback form on our app!<\/pre>\n10. Mendokoro Ramenba<\/a> – Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #9<\/p>\nPhoto from @ruuuuthsrno<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nMendokoro Ramenba is a 20-seater ramen joint<\/strong> from the people behind popular Ramen Yushoken from Alabang; it is also called being tagged as Yushoken 2.0. It\u2019s for<\/strong> people who don\u2019t mind queuing a bit for a spot at the table. It\u2019s not for <\/strong>people who want rice bowls and other Japanese favorites. We recommend<\/strong> the Tantanmen, Shio Ramen, and Super Chasu Bowl. Our insider tip<\/strong> is if you\u2019re in a big group, be ready to be seated separately if you want to get seats faster.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\nG\/F V Corporate Center 125 Leviste St., Salcedo Village<\/a>, Makati
\n(02) 215-1751<\/p><\/blockquote>\n9. Nikkei<\/a> \u2013 Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #5<\/p>\nPhoto from @thebaratqueen<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nNikkei is the first Peruvian-Japanese<\/strong> sushi bar in Manila headed by Argentinian Chef Christian Cejas. \u201cNikkei\u201d is a term that describes Peruvian cuisine culturally inspired by the Japanese; it is the latest food trend in Europe. It\u2019s for<\/strong> adventurous eaters who love to try new cuisines. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people looking for party-sized servings. We recommend<\/strong> the Salmon Belly Nigiri, Miso Kurobuta, Seared Tuna, Kobi Nigiri Sushi and Parmesan Scallops. Our insider tip<\/strong>: <\/strong>get their dessert for free when you submit a feedback to the restaurant using your Booky app!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\n<\/a>Frabelle Business Center, Unit GO3, 111 Rada St., Legaspi Village, Makati
\n(02) 880-0231<\/p><\/blockquote>\n8. Ikomai<\/a> – Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n
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\nNew entry<\/p>\nPhoto from @sherylrb<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nIkomai is a meeting ground for conversations with good company over gourmet Japanese comfort food with kushiage twists inspired by Japanese street food<\/strong>. It\u2019s for<\/strong> family and friends who want to bond over good food. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people who are looking for a family-sized servings. We recommend<\/strong> the Wafu Tuna Salad, Kakunidon, Tuna Poke and Matcha Tiramisu. Our insider tip <\/strong>is <\/strong>to be in the restaurant early so you can surely have your preferred seats.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\nG\/F ACI Bldg., 147 H.V. Dela Costa St, Salcedo Village, Makati
\n(02) 816-4588<\/p><\/blockquote>\n7. Izakaya Kikufuji<\/a> \u2013 Little Tokyo<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #3<\/p>\nPhoto from @thekarljarabelo<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nLittle Tokyo is a food hub of restaurants featuring unique Japanese specialties<\/strong> like yakitori, wagyu, okonomiyaki and more. Izakaya Kikufuji is one of them and it serves fresh sashimi and affordable and tummy-filling bento sets. It\u2019s for<\/strong> people who want to experience authentic Japanese style dining\u2013kimonos, tatami mats, Japanese families and all. It\u2019s not<\/strong> for those looking for a quick ramen bowl. Aside from their sashimi selections, we recommend <\/strong>their Wagyu sticks and spicy salmon sushi. Our off-menu tips: <\/strong>Check out all 14 restaurants inside Little Tokyo here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\n<\/a>2277 Pasong Tamo, Legaspi Village, Makati
\n(02) 893-7319<\/p><\/blockquote>\n6. Le Petit Souffle<\/a> – Century City Mall<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #10<\/p>\nPhoto from @thehamburgero<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nLe Petit Souffle is a French and Japanese-inspired cafe <\/strong>from the Tasteless Group (of Hole in the Wall, Scout\u2019s Honor, Bad Bird, Wrong Ramen, etc). They serve modern dishes crafted with flavors and precision of Japanese and French cuisines. It\u2019s for <\/strong>anyone with adventurous taste buds. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people who are on short meal breaks. We recommend <\/strong>you try their French Toast, Foie Mac n Cheese, Squid Ink Rice, then cap off with their souffl\u00e9s and matcha dessert selections. Here\u2019s an insider tip<\/strong>: Always watch out for Chef Miko\u2019s new dishes and desserts.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\n<\/a>4\/F Century City Mall, Kalayaan Ave., Makati
\n(02) 718-5681<\/p><\/blockquote>\n5. Your Local<\/a> \u2013 Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #2<\/p>\nPhoto from @gabbycantero<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nListed as one of the world’s best restaurants<\/a>, Your Local is a neighbourhood bistro serving modern Southeast Asian<\/strong> dishes. Opened by Chef Denny Antonino and Nicco Santos, the restaurant has a hipster meets industrial vibe and serves all day brunch together with their standard menu. It\u2019s for<\/b> yuppies in the area or intimate but casual date nights. It\u2019s not for <\/b>people looking for quick Asian takeouts. We recommend<\/b> the Steak Rice, Lamb Rendang, Chorizo Sandwich and Torched Salmon Donburi . Our insider tip <\/b>is Chef Nicco just opened a new concept restaurant that offers nasi lemak, roti prata, and more called AnyAny<\/a>, Hole in the Wall, Century City Mall.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\nUniversal LMS Bldg., 106 Esteban Street, Legaspi Village, Makati
\n(02) 823-6206<\/p><\/blockquote>\n4. Icelavie<\/a> – Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #1<\/p>\nPhoto from @icelavie.ph<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nIcelavie is a popular Malaysian brand known for their huge ass drinks<\/strong>, in which they serve a variety of coffee concoctions, tea, and fruit juice. It’s for<\/strong> coffee lovers who really need that major caffeine fix. It’s not for<\/strong> people who can’t finish big drinks, sayang lang<\/em>. Our insider tip is:<\/strong> they have 2 branches in Makati, one in Salcedo<\/a> and one in Circuit<\/a>, so feel free to visit both! Read our full article here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\nHigher Ground Food Station, 8749 Paseo de Roxas, BA Lepanto Bldg, Salcedo Village, Makati
\n(02) 754-9007<\/p><\/blockquote>\n3. La Cabrera Grillado and Bar<\/a> – Ayala Ave.<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #6<\/p>\nPhoto from @ianthebrave<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nLa Cabrera is an Argentinian steakhouse<\/strong> found amidst the busy office district of Makati. The rustic and country interiors add to the elegance and charm of the restaurant. They serve all-meat entrees with unlimited side dishes. It\u2019s for<\/strong> groups who love to share orders. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> vegetarians. We recommend<\/strong> the Provoleta, Ojo de Bife and Rogel De Dulce De Leche for a sweet ending. Our insider tip<\/strong> is get a seat away from the open grill, customers say it gets quite warm in the area. Read our full feature here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\nG\/F 6750 Ayala Ave., Makati
\n(0905) 290-0703<\/p><\/blockquote>\n2. Kazunori<\/a> – Pasong Tamo<\/h2>\n
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\nNew entry<\/p>\nPhoto from @raffydavid<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nThe people behind Yushoken Ramen and Mendokoro Ramenba bring you Kazunori, a sushi bar\/cafe\/restaurant<\/strong> that offers hand-rolled sushi, fresh and quality dishes like omurice, katsudon, and more. It’s for<\/strong> people who are obsessed with Japanese food. It’s not for<\/strong> people who are on the go\/in a hurry. We recommend<\/strong> the Otoro roll, Unagi don, Uni Cream Pasta and Karai Niku Soba. Our insider tip<\/strong> is to have your meal in the bar area and be fascinated with the chefs making different kinds of beautiful sushi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\n2301 Chino Roces Ave, San Lorenzo, Makati<\/p><\/blockquote>\n1. Kko Kko<\/a> – Paseo Center<\/h2>\n
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\nLast month’s #4<\/p>\nPhoto from @beamonteiro09<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n \nKko Kko is a modern Korean chicken house<\/strong> that uses traditional and contemporary recipes that came from Grace Lee and her mom. Their menu is divided into three main categories \u2013 Korean Fried Chicken, Korean Street Food, and Dosirak (Korean lunch box) \u2013 each narrating a story about the dining setting and customs of Korea. It’s for<\/strong> foodies looking for new and unique Korean dishes. It’s not<\/strong> for people looking for grilled Korean BBQ. We recommend<\/strong> the Chicken Cheese Fondue, Snow Chicken Cheese, and Galbi Jim Dosirak. Our insider tip<\/strong> is the place is quite small and may get full quickly on peak hours, so make sure to book a table ahead of time. Fun Fact: <\/strong>Kko Kko was named after the sound that a chicken makes.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\n<\/a>2\/F Paseo Center, 8757 Paseo de Roxas, Salcedo Village, Makati
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