{"id":8343,"date":"2015-10-12T02:00:22","date_gmt":"2015-10-11T18:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=8343"},"modified":"2019-09-13T17:27:47","modified_gmt":"2019-09-13T09:27:47","slug":"top-10-most-loved-restaurants-in-san-juan-mandaluyong-for-october-2015","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/top-10-most-loved-restaurants-in-san-juan-mandaluyong-for-october-2015\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Most Loved Restaurants in San Juan & Mandaluyong for October 2015"},"content":{"rendered":"

Food, glorious food.<\/p>\n

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We’ve got 3 new entries this month,<\/p>\n

(1) a 24\/7 New York-style underground pub that’s technically not new but seem to have caught on recently to some foodies;
\n(2) this deep fried Spanish dough pastry shop is taking over the various charts, this is the 3rd list it’s on;
\n(3) the newest from Bench group, a new competition to foodie favorite, Yabu.<\/p>\n

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Balboa<\/a> – Shangri-la Plaza Mall<\/h2>\n

(Featured)<\/p>\n

\"Balboa
Photo from @chrisantol<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Balboa brings the favorites of Italian<\/strong> cuisine and are well known for their brick oven pizzas, hand made pastas and dry aged steaks that are guaranteed knockouts. It’s perfect for<\/strong> those looking for a nice and quiet place to share a meal with their loved ones. Some best sellers<\/strong> among Balboa\u2019s extensive authentic offerings are <\/span>Balboa\u2019s Signature Pizza, Prosciutto Arugula Pizza, Truffle Mushroom Linguine, Spinach Tagliatelle Adriatico, U.S Angus Rib-eye and U.S Tenderloin with Foie Gras. These Balboa specialties make for delectable dishes to savor solo or to share with your special someone. Fun fact:<\/strong> All pasta, pizza dough and sauces are made fresh daily.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Book a table via SMS to get up to 10% off. Download Booky!
\n<\/a><\/strong>View the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n4\/F Shangri-la<\/em> Plaza Mall, East Wing, Shaw Blvd. cor. EDSA<\/em>, Mandaluyong
\n+63 2 942-2844<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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10. Borough<\/a> \u2013 The Podium<\/h2>\n

261 Favorites
\nNew entry<\/p>\n\n

\"Borough\"
Photo from @christabautista<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Borough, named after New York’s 5 boroughs–Manhattan, The Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island, brings New York’s<\/strong> finest comfort food 24 hours a day, 7 days a wekk. This and sister The Bowery is a concept restaurant by New Yorker Cuit Kaufman. It’s for<\/strong> breakfast lovers, casual lunch meetings, people who work graveyard shifts and\/or party goers looking to cure a hangover. It’s not for<\/strong> foodies who are in search of other types of beer matches. We recommend<\/strong> the Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup, Fried Chicken & Waffles and their signature Mom’s Milk and Cookies. Our insidert tip<\/strong> is they have 4 separate menus for each meal of the day including late night–breakfast is from 6:00am to 11:00am, lunch is from 11:00am to 5:00pm, dinner is from 5:00pm to 11:00pm and late night is from 11:00pm to 6:00am.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Book a table via SMS to get up to 10% off. Download Booky!
\n<\/a><\/strong>View the full menu<\/a>
\n<\/strong>View their Instagram account
\n<\/a>G\/F The Podium, 12 ADB Ave., Wack Wack, Mandaluyong
\n+63 2 570-8906<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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9. Kettle<\/a> \u2013 Shangri-la Plaza Mall<\/h2>\n

307 Favorites
\nLast month’s #7<\/p>\n\n

\"Kettle
Photo from @rolandlouiedrcruz<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Executive chef Chiloy Santos drew inspiration from his culinary travels to San Francisco and New Orleans<\/strong>, came back and created Kettle. Kettle offers traditional southern American<\/strong> comfort food like hamburgers, fried chicken and steaks and amped with its own signature sauces and spices. It\u2019s for<\/strong> people who enjoy American style platters. It\u2019s not<\/strong> for solo diners, servings are generous. We recommend<\/strong> the Pork and Potato Strips for starters and the Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Miso Glazed Salmon for mains. Our insider tip<\/strong> is all Kettle desserts are made by Chef Chiloy\u2019s mom, Vilma Santos (no, not the actress). Try her Instagram-worthy Checkered Cake. P.S. New on the menu: Brisket Sisig Tacos are coming soon.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n5th floor, Shangri-La Mall, East Wing, Mandaluyong
\n<\/a>+63 2 654-7077<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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8. Yabu: House of Katsu<\/a> \u2013 SM Megamall<\/h2>\n

328 Favorites
\nLast month’s #5<\/p>\n\n

\"Yabu
Photo from @maroselayague<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Yabu is the leader in all things Katsu<\/strong><\/em> (meaning cutlet in English). Owner John Concepcion of Uniliver RFM Ice Cream, Inc. brought in Chef Kazuya Takeda from Tokyo to partner with and create this specialized dining experience with him. It\u2019s for <\/strong>people of all ages who like their food deep fried. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people looking for a wide Japanese menu selection. We recommend<\/strong> the Kurobuta Premium set (\u2018Kurobuta\u2019<\/em>is also known as the kobe beef of pork). Our insider tip<\/strong> is fill up their VIP form and get a \u2018surprise\u2019 e-mail (a.k.a. free Katsu) on your birthday. If you don\u2019t already know, \u2018The Yabu Promise\u2019 is they will serve you within 20 minutes or it\u2019s free. P.S. Catch their limited Katsu burgers in stores now.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n2\/F SM Megamall, Julia Vargas, Wack-wack, Mandaluyong<\/a>
\n+63 2 631-1192<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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7. Chef Laudico Guevarra\u2019s<\/a> \u2013 P. Guevarra St.<\/h2>\n

352 Favorites
\nLast month’s #2<\/p>\n\n

\"Chef
Photo from @ellentabs<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Chef Laudico Guevarra\u2019s is a 1920\u2019s heritage house restaurant and events place where guests can enjoy an upscale but affordable Filipino buffet dining<\/strong>, in function rooms or outdoor setting, from Chefs Roland and Jacqueline Laudico. It\u2019s for<\/strong> special business meetings and family celebrations. It\u2019s not a place<\/strong> to treat your friends if you\u2019re on a tight budget. We recommend<\/strong> the angus beef tapa, kare-kare, grilled gindara and cream dory with mango curry sauce. Our insider tip<\/strong> is their clean plate policy charges you P100 for every 100 grams left. P.S. Buffet price is half for kids 4 feet and below.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Reservations are recommended<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>387 P. Guevarra St. cor. Agnonne St., Addition Hills, <\/a>San Juan
\n<\/a>+63 2 705-1811<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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6. Churreria La Lola<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n

353 Favorites
\nNew entry<\/p>\n\n

\"La
Photo from @mitchasico<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Churreria La Lola, from the same owners of Rambla, is a dessert shop featuring a popular Spanish dough pastry, the deep fried churros<\/strong>. They offer classic churros served with their signature Belgian chocolate dip and a variety of xuxos or stuffed churros, as well as sandwiches and horchata, which is a traditional summer Spanish drink. This is their 4th branch. It\u2019s for<\/strong> anyone craving for a filling dessert or a snack. It\u2019s not for <\/strong>people looking for lunch or dinner options. We recommend<\/strong> the Classic Churros with Hot Belgian Chocolate Cup or the Mixed Churros to get 2 flavors in one holder. Our insider tip<\/strong> is the churros are individually big and filling so buy to share.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>Mega Atrium, SM Megamall, Ortigas,<\/a>Mandaluyong
\n<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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5. Ippudo Philippines<\/a> \u2013 Mega Fashion Hall<\/h2>\n

450 Favorites
\nLast month’s #3<\/p>\n\n

\"Ippudo
Photo from @giandeguzman<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Ippudo is the first branch of this international group in the Philippines.  A joint venture with the guys at Yabu, it specializes in Hakata-style Tonkotsu <\/b>(pork-based) ramen produced in their kitchen and tailor-fitted for the Filipino palate. It\u2019s for <\/b>straight up ramen minus the fancy embellishments of modern cuisine. It\u2019s not for <\/b>people looking for an extensive Japanese menu. We recommend<\/b> their Shiromaru Motoji ramen and the pork buns. Our insider tip<\/b> is that cute \u201ckiddie sets\u201d may be requested for your little ones. P.S. Ippudo Matsuri cards are now available. Customers get free ramen after completing all 5 ramen sidekicks stamps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

No reservations accepted<\/b>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n3\/F Mega Fashion Hall, EDSA, Mandaluyong<\/a>
\n+63 2 470-1837<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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4. Ooma<\/a> \u2013 Mega Fashion Hall<\/h2>\n

467 Favorites
\nLast month’s #4<\/p>\n\n

\"Ooma
Photo from @wheredidstephgo<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Ooma is a modern Japanese<\/strong> restaurant by the Moment Group and young acclaimed chef Bruce Ricketts, the same partnership that brought us Mecha Uma. Ooma, which is a wordplay on Uma meaning \u2018good\u2019, promises bold Japanese flavors at affordable prices. It\u2019s for<\/strong> people who are looking for quality sushi at affordable prices. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people looking for ramen. We recommend<\/strong> the Soft Shell Crab Taco-Maki, Hangar Steak and Uni Udon. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that at Ooma, you get to \u2018brush\u2019 (not dip) soy sauce on your sushi. P.S. Servers roam around with buckets giving out unlimited rice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>3\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong
\n<\/a>+63 2 656-4591<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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3. Maisen<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n

508 Favorites
\nNew entry<\/p>\n\n

\"Maisen
Photo from @dolly_menghani<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Maisen, which means ‘go for it’, is one of Japan<\/strong>‘s finest tonkatsu restaurants brought to Manila by Suyen Corporation a.k.a. Bench group. . It offers various tonkatsu sets, including its bestselling Kurobuta Tenderloin Katsu served with their signature sweet and spicy Kurobuta sauce. It’s for<\/strong> people looking for straightforward fine Japanese fried items. It’s not for<\/strong> people who should stay away from hefty meal sets and fried food. We recommend<\/strong> the Kurobuta Tenderloin Katsu set, Katsumabushi set and the pocket sandwiches. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that all the side dishes including the rice, soup, cabbage and fruits are refillable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nSM Megamall<\/em>, 3\/F Bldg A, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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2. Green Pastures<\/a> \u2013 Shangri-la Plaza Mall<\/h2>\n

664 Favorites
\nLast month’s #8<\/p>\n\n

\"Green
Photo from @patchnicole<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Green Pastures, a farm-to-table<\/strong> concept restaurant created by Chef Robby Goco of crowd-favorite Cyma, promises to deliver locally-sourced and produced, and wholly organic dishes. It\u2019s for<\/strong> people who love salads and higher quality produce. It\u2019s not for <\/strong>people who are craving for some good grease. We recommend<\/strong> their salads, homemade cheeses and juice selection. Our insider tip<\/strong> is Chef Robby constantly updates the menu \u2018based on what\u2019s in season, what\u2019s new and what\u2019s fresh,\u2019 which is why their menu is stamped with a validity period.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Reservations are allowed
\n<\/strong>View the full menu
\n<\/a>View their Instagram account
\n<\/a>4\/F Shangri-la Plaza Mall, East Wing, Mandaluyong<\/a>
\n+63 2 654-3219<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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1. Tim Ho Wan<\/a> \u2013 Mega Fashion Hall<\/h2>\n

960 Favorites
\nLast month’s #1<\/p>\n\n

\"Tim
Photo from @raeanneyoung<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Tim Ho Wan is Hong Kong\u2019s most celebrated dim sum <\/strong>restaurant, after all it\u2019s the cheapest One Michelin star in the world. It\u2019s for<\/strong> affordable and fast dim sum. It\u2019s not for <\/strong>people who don\u2019t want to queue. Their crowd stealer<\/strong> is the Baked Bun with BBQ Pork. We also recommend<\/strong> their Wasabi Salad Prawn Dumpling and Steamed Spinach Dumpling with Shrimp. Our insider tip <\/strong>is take out orders are now allowed and there is a separate queue.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View the full menu
\n<\/a>View their Instagram account
\n<\/a>Ground Floor, SM Megamall<\/a>, Julia Vargas St., Wack Wack, Mandaluyong
\n+63 2 470-8836<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Do you agree with this list?  Keep voting for your favorite restaurants on the Booky<\/a> app and we might just see them in one of the top 10 lists next month. Tim Ho Wan is still topping this chart, let\u2019s see if the rest can manage to pull something out of the hat in time for next month\u2019s list.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not already enjoying the offline convenience of Booky, it\u2019s free to download on iOS App Store<\/a> and Play Store<\/a>. If you\u2019re a restaurant manager\/owner, you can submit your restaurants and send information updates through the Booky<\/a> app.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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