{"id":63852,"date":"2017-12-18T09:51:20","date_gmt":"2017-12-18T01:51:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=63852"},"modified":"2019-12-10T11:35:52","modified_gmt":"2019-12-10T03:35:52","slug":"best-homegrown-restaurants-manila","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/best-homegrown-restaurants-manila\/","title":{"rendered":"16 of the Best Homegrown Concepts that Had Us Drooling in 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"

Love local, always.
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While Filipino restaurant concepts are finally earning (long-overdue) recognition overseas, the local culinary scene continues to thrive. This year, we saw a lot of our homegrown chefs draw inspiration from both local and international cuisines and reinterpret them<\/strong> to suit our tastes. Keep reading to see which establishments made the cut in our list of the best homegrown concepts!<\/span><\/p>\n

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From Italy to Mexico and Korea to Vietnam, Metro Manila’s dining scene has truly become a melting pot<\/strong> thanks to the young and innovative chefs and restaurateurs who pushed the envelope in 2017. These are the ones we loved:<\/p>\n
Salta! by Pappare<\/a> – UP Village<\/h2>\n
Salta! by Pappare serves Italian roast chicken, ribs, pork chops, sausage and steak all cooked in their charcoal-fired Rotisserie. They also serve their famous CRABonara, brick oven Neapolitan pizzas and giant sangrias. Read the full feature here<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Salta!
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\n38 Mayaman St. UP Village, Diliman, Quezon City
\n(0917) 830-9290<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
La Chinesca<\/a> – BF Homes<\/h2>\n
Chef Bruce Ricketts’ previous Mexican pop up concept now has a permanent location. Enjoy fresh tacos like Tripitas made with beef intestines & Guisada de Res made with beef shoulder & lengua and drinks.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"La
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Reservations are not accepted<\/strong>
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\nView their Instagram<\/a>
\n248C Aguirre St, BF Homes, Para\u00f1aque
\n(02) 738 0724<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ping Pong Diplomacy<\/a> – SM Aura<\/h2>\n
East meets west in this progressive Chinese diner<\/strong> by Chefs Noel Mauricio and Him Uy de Barron. Influenced by the bold flavors of the Chinese cuisine, Pingpong Diplomacy offers a different perspective on your Chinese and American favorites with dishes like Typhoon Shelter Grilled Prawns, Lump Crab and Salted Fish Fried Rice, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n
Also featured in: SULIT: 12 Dimsum Restaurants That Will Fit Your Budget Any Time of the Month<\/pre>\n
\"Ping
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\"Ping
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\nReservations are accepted
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\n3\/F SM Aura, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 960-4271<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Famry<\/a> – Century City Mall<\/h2>\n
Famry serves up quick snacks like fried or steamed dumplings, crispy egg pancakes, or rice meals like Minced Pork Rice.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Famry\"
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Reservations are not accepted
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\nHole In The Wall, 4\/F Century City Mall, Kalayaan Ave, Poblacion, Makati
\n(02) 801-1230<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Teppan Okochi<\/a> – Fort Bonifacio<\/h2>\n
Teppan Okochi is a fine dining Japanese restaurant<\/strong> by Grand Chef Akihiro Okochi of Osaka, Japan. They serve dishes like okonomiyaki, Hiroshima oyster teppanyaki, wagyu teppanyaki, and unagi.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Teppan
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\"Teppan
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\nReservations are accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their instagram<\/a>
\nUnit 7, G\/F Ore Square Building, 31st St, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 813-0051; (0917) 795-0051<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Nono\u2019s<\/a> – UP Town Center<\/h2>\n
Nono\u2019s, owned by Chef Baba Ibazeta- Benedicto (same chef behind Classic Confections), offers modern Filipino comfort food favorites<\/strong>. Their bestsellers include Homemade Fried Chicken Mac and Cheese and Pepito Steak Sliders.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Teppan
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Reservations are not accepted
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\nLevel 1, Phase 1B, UP Town Center, Katipunan Ave, Diliman, Quezon City
\n(02) 958-5713<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Souv by Cyma<\/a> – Fort Bonifacio<\/h2>\n
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This Greek inspired restaurant is the newest concept of Chef Robby Goco<\/strong> that serves Greek favorites like Lamb and Pork wrap, salad and bowl, Beef Kalamaki and Prawns and Shellfish Makaronada.<\/em><\/p>\n
Did you know?<\/strong> Souv, short for \u201csouvlaki\u201d, is a Greek dish of skewered grilled meats.<\/pre>\n
\"Souv
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Reservations are accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their instagram<\/a>
\nNet Park Building, 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0949) 481-9621;(02) 964-6422<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Hamaru Yakitori & Sushi<\/a> – Visayas Ave.<\/h2>\n
Staying true to its name which means \u201cgo crazy over\u201d, Hamaru is seriously crazy to surprise you with its modern izakaya menu consisting of sushi, yakitori, sashimi, and unique cocktails. Read our full feature here.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Hamaru
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\"Hamaru
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\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nThe Food Hive Food Park, #80 Visayas Ave, Vasra, Quezon City
\n(0917) 105-5832<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Sibyullee Flavors of Seoul<\/a> – Ayala the 30th<\/h2>\n
Sibyullee is the third concept of the Happyfoods Group and award-winning Korean restaurateurs Mr. Sung Rah and wife, Mrs. Yoo Chang. They serve modern Seoul BBQ<\/strong> and street food dishes like the Volcano Kimchi Fried Rice, Galbi Cheese Barbecue and Tornado Potato. Read our full feature here<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
Also read: 13 Crave-Worthy Bibimbap Spots You Need To Try in Manila<\/pre>\n
\"HamaruPhoto from Booky<\/p>\n
\"Sibyullee\"<\/a>
Photo from @sibyullee<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their instagram<\/a>
\nG\/F Ayala Malls The 30th, 30 Meralco Ave, Ortigas, Pasig
\n(02) 958-6986<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Roice\u2019s Restaurant<\/a> – Tomas Morato<\/h2>\n
Roice’s is a restaurant and bar with a cozy<\/strong> ambiance<\/strong>. It is ran by a group of friends who are all foodies and drinkers.<\/em><\/p>\n
#EATSale Alert: Download Booky<\/a> and get P500 discount<\/strong> if you book and dine at Roice's. This promo is valid only until December 20. <\/strong>READ MORE!<\/pre>\n
\"Sibyullee\"Photo from Booky<\/p>\n
\"Roice\"<\/a>
Photo from @roicerestaurant<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\nReservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n112 Sct Delgado St, Diliman, Quezon City
\n(02) 514-4004<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Soru Izakaya<\/a> – Maginhawa<\/h2>\n
Influenced by the Robotayaki style of Izakaya, Soru Izakaya offers a tasteful blend of after-work gastropub drinks accompanied with fresh Japanese eats<\/strong>. From sashimi plates and savory yakitori combinations to refreshing beverages and speakeasy cocktails, Soru Izakaya completes the whole modern Japan experience by offering you a glimpse of the Tokyo night life.<\/strong> Read more here<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Soru
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\"Soru
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\nReservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n140 Maginhawa St., Sikatuna Village, Diliman, Quezon City
\n(0917) 704-0515<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Gourmet Gypsy Art Cafe<\/a> – Quezon City<\/h2>\n
Gourmet Gypsy Art Cafe offers International cuisine<\/strong> and is owned by Chef Waya Araos-Wijangco. The place is quirky and has a lot of personality; its a fun date place for artsy couples. Their bestsellers include the Spaghetti Al Nero, Vietnamese Beef Stew and Mini Elote Mexicano<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
\"Gourmet
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\"Gourmet
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\nReservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
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\n25 A Roces Ave, Quezon City
\n(02) 662-0880<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Nha Em<\/a> – SM Aura<\/h2>\n
Nha Em, which means \u201cmy home\u201d, offers family recipes of Vietnamese favorites<\/strong>. They offer pho, fried rolls, crispy crepe and iced Vietnamese coffee.<\/em><\/p>\n
Update: The restaurant is opening its second branch soon at The Podium!<\/pre>\n
\"Nha
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\"Nha
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Reservations are not accepted
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\n5\/F Sky Garden, SM Aura, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Alegria Cozinha Moderna & Sangria Bar <\/a>– Fort Bonifacio<\/h2>\n
Alegria offers Latin flavors with a modern twist<\/strong> on dishes like elote, paella, aglio olio, fajita, as well as different flavored sangrias.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Alegria\"
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\"Alegria\"
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Reservations are not accepted
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\nView their instagram<\/a>
\n4\/F C3 Annex (Uniqlo Building), 7th Ave cor 30th St, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0945) 264-7828<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Kazunori<\/a> \u2013 Pasong Tamo<\/h2>\n
Kazunori in Pasong Tamo is another Japanese restaurant concept from the people behind Yushoken Ramen <\/a>and Mendokoro Ramenba<\/strong>. The sushi bar offers hand-roll sushi, as well as: freshly-made and quality dishes like omurice and katsudon. <\/em><\/p>\n
Also read: 15 Must-Try Restaurants in the Metro for Unique Uni Dishes<\/pre>\n
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\"Yushoken
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Reservations are not accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nG\/F Mazda Showroom, 2301 Chino Roces Ave, San Lorenzo, Makati
\n(02) 989-3152<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Poison Coffee & Doughnuts<\/a> – Pasong Tamo<\/h2>\n
Poison Coffee and Doughnuts offers uniquely-flavored doughnuts<\/strong> like garam masala, vanilla glaze, and egg custard brulee, as well as coffee.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Poison<\/a>
Photo from @chefmikoaspiras <\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
Reservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their instagram<\/a>
\nKarrivin Plaza, 2316 Chino Roces Ave, Makati
\n(02) 752-0327<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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