{"id":90154,"date":"2018-12-03T00:00:30","date_gmt":"2018-12-02T16:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=90154"},"modified":"2019-12-04T14:12:37","modified_gmt":"2019-12-04T06:12:37","slug":"19-japanese-restaurants-in-mandaluyong-for-every-craving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/19-japanese-restaurants-in-mandaluyong-for-every-craving\/","title":{"rendered":"20 Japanese Restaurants in Mandaluyong for every craving"},"content":{"rendered":"

I can shoyu the world…<\/p>\n\n

Mandaluyong is home to some of our favorite shopping malls: SM Megamall, Shangri-La, The Podium.<\/p>\n

There’s no shortage of restaurants in this city, so for your convenience, we’ve compiled some old and new Japanese joints in Mandaluyong that will surely satisfy any craving, whether it’s ramen, katsu, sushi, and everything in between!<\/p>\n

READ MORE: <\/b>Check out Where to Eat in Mandaluyong<\/pre>\n
Be sure to take note of which restaurants have booking discounts. Not only can you save up to \u20b1500<\/strong>, you\u2019ll also get a free dessert<\/strong> once you fill up the feedback form.<\/p>\n
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This is your ultimate guide to some of the best Japanese restaurants in Mandaluyong.<\/p>\n
FUSION<\/span><\/h2>\n
Osaka Ohsho<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Grabbing the title of #1 gyoza in the world<\/strong>, Osaka Ohsho is a Japanese restaurant which specializes in gyoza in different flavors. They have unique takes on several of our favorites from the cuisine like Matcha Butter Tonktasu, Chicken Truffle Yaki, Mixed Mushroom and Bacon Teppanyaki<\/strong>, and more.<\/em><\/p>\n
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\n3\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 631-7494<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Nikkei<\/a> – The Podium<\/h2>\n
Nikkei<\/a> is Manila\u2019s first ever Japanese-Peruvian<\/strong> sushi bar  serving curated specialties like ceviche, sushi, causa, tiraditos, and Japanese craft spirits. Their Podium branch is dimly lit, giving it a romantic ambiance<\/strong>\u2014 a perfect date night spot! Read our full feature here.<\/em><\/p>\n
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\"Nikkei\"
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\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nG\/F The Podium, 18 ADB Ave, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(0995) 908 3145<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Tori Chizu<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Tori Chizu combines East and West, offering various flavors of cheesy baked rice. Their best-selling Doria, or Japanese baked rice gratin<\/strong>, is freshly prepared as soon as you order! Pair it Japanese-style Fried Chicken or Hambagu steak!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"tori
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No reservations accepted<\/strong>
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\nUG\/F Outside Bldg., SM Megamall, Bldg A, Ortigas, Mandaluyong<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ooma<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Ooma offers bold and modern Japanese fare<\/strong>. The restaurant was born out of a collaboration between The Moment Group and Chef Bruce Ricketts<\/strong>, one of Manila\u2019s youngest and brightest chefs who happens to specialize in traditional and fusion Japanese cuisine. Must-tries include their Uni Udon, Soft Shell Crab Taco-Maki, and Hanger Steak.<\/em><\/p>\n
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No reservations accepted
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\n<\/strong>3\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 656 4591<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
OKONOMIYAKI<\/span><\/h2>\n
Dohtonbori<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Dohtonbori, the first and only authentic okonomiyaki restaurant in the Philippines<\/strong>, offers affordable okonomiyaki and Yakiniku party platters. With their unique Japanese ambiance and design, especially in their Megamall branch, you and your friends will definitely enjoy drinking chu-high, draft beer and other varieties of Japanese beer. <\/em><\/p>\n
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\nView menu<\/a>
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\n3\/F SM Megamall, Mega Fashion Hall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 477-2066<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Chibo Okonomiyaki<\/a> – The Podium<\/h2>\n
Chibo Okonomiyaki, one of Japan\u2019s leading okonomiyaki<\/strong> restaurants, specializes in okonomiyaki, yakisoba and teppanyaki dishes. <\/em><\/p>\n
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No reservations accepted
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\n5\/F The Podium, 18 ADB Ave, Ortigas, Mandaluyong<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
RAMEN<\/span><\/h2>\n
Ramen Jiro<\/a> – High Pointe Medical Hub<\/h2>\n
A restaurant in Mandaluyong city with minimalist interiors<\/strong>, you’ll be glad to know that Ramen Jiro’s food is anything but simple and plain. They’re known best for their tonkotsu broth ramen<\/strong> which is undoubtedly flavorful!<\/em><\/p>\n
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\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nHigh Pointe Medical Hub, Shaw Blvd, Mandaluyong
\n(0915) 703-7086<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ramen Daisho<\/a> – Shaw Blvd<\/h2>\n
Ramen Daisho was one of the first ramen joints to open in Mandaluyong City and has since cemented its place as one of the go-to Japanese restaurants in the area. <\/em>Their Hakata Tonkotsu Chashu-Men features straight Hakata-style noodles in a rich and milky pork bone broth. It’s also got fried onions and a generous amount of chashu!<\/em><\/p>\n
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\"Ramen
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Reservations are not accepted
\n<\/strong>View their menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n+63 2 774-0036<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ikkoryu Fukuoka<\/a> – Shangri-La Plaza<\/h2>\n
Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen offers a wide selection of Hakata-style tonkotsu ramen.<\/strong> You can taste the complex layers of flavor in each bowl\u2014 don’t miss best-sellers like the Black Garlic Tonkotsu, Ajitama Tonkotsu, Spicy Tobanjan Tonkotsu, and Aburi Chashu. No order is complete without a side <\/em>order of their Gyoza<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Ikkoryu
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No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
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Ippudo<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Ippudo is a popular franchise which originated from Japan\u2019s ramen capital, Hakata. This beloved restaurant is famous for their tonkotsu-based ramen. Theirs is a broth with a light pork flavor<\/strong>. Equally worth the wait are their Pork and Karaage Buns.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
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No reservations accepted<\/strong>
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\n3\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 470-1837<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
KATSU<\/span><\/h2>\n
Kimukatsu<\/a> – Shangri-La Plaza<\/h2>\n
If you’re an avid fan of the traditional tonkatsu cutlet<\/strong>, make sure to drop by Kimukatsu. Their 25-layered mille-feuille-style tonkatsu may just get you counting the juicy layers in between the crispy golden coating. You can also choose from their flavored katsu sets which come in cheese, black pepper, and garlic flavors!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Kimukatsu\"
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No reservations accepted
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Saboten Express<\/a> \u2013 SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Considered as one of the affordable restaurants in SM Megamall, Saboten Express has katsu sets for as low as \u20b1250<\/strong>, complete with Japanese rice, miso, soup, katsu sauce, cabbage, citrus dressing, Japanese pickles, and the Katsu cut of your choice.<\/em><\/p>\n
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\"katsu
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No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nFood Hall, 5\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Yabu<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
The one that started it all. It’s safe to say that Yabu was one of the first joints in Metro Manila to purely specialize in katsu<\/strong>. Since its opening in 2011, this homegrown restaurant has proven that excellent customer service and consistent food quality can go a long way in the industry. Apart from Katsu, other must tries include their Gyudon and Salmon Donburi!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Yabu\"
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No reservations accepted
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Maisen<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Maisen is considered as one of the top tonkatsu restaurants in Japan <\/strong>and it now has various locations in Metro Manila! Brought by Ben Chan’s Suyen Coporation, Maisen is one of the best Japanese spots where you can enjoy various tonkatsu sets <\/strong>like their bestselling Kurobuta Tenderloin Katsu.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"restaurants-in-pasig\"
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Reservations are accepted
\n<\/strong>View all branches
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\n<\/strong>View their Instagram account<\/a>
\n3\/F SM Megamall, Bldg A, Oritgas, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 650-1691<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
SUSHI<\/span><\/h2>\n
Ogetsu Hime<\/a> \u2013 SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Ogetsu Hime (which means goddess of food) specializes in everything Japanese<\/strong>. Have the dining experience of your life by watching them expertly prepare your sushi right in front of you while you enjoy their premium steaks straight from the grill. Prior to opening a branch in SM Megamall, their first location was in SM Aura!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Ogetsu
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Reservations are accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\n<\/strong>View their Instagram account<\/a>
\n3\/F SM Megamall, Mega Fashion Hall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(0917) 576-2377<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Sushi Nori<\/a> \u2013 SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Don’t have time to dine in? No worries! Sushi Nori is not only Manila’s first temakeria but they’re also one of the best affordable Japanese restaurants serving a wide selection of sushi rolls<\/strong>, temaki rolls, and even poke bowls!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
Insider tip: <\/strong>Buy 1 get 1 Tamago Aburi Nigiri or Salmon Nigiri only with Booky!<\/pre>\n
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\nNo reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>5\/F Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Ortigas, Mandaluyong<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Genki Sushi<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Genki Sushi is the pioneer of kaiten sushi <\/strong>or sushi served on a conveyor belt (or in this case, a mini bullet train!)\u2014 if that’s not high-tech enough for you, guests are encouraged to order using the tablets provided in each booth. Their menu includes <\/em>a wide selection of fresh and high-quality sushi, maki, temaki, as well as<\/em> rice bowls, ramen, tempura. Don’t forget to enjoy the free-flowing house tea<\/strong> from the tap!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Genki
Photo from @carinabailon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nView all branches<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
…AND MORE!<\/span><\/h2>\n
Yayoi<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Yayoi is a Japanese franchise dedicated to Teishoku set meals<\/strong>. Popular sets include the fried chicken steak, sukiyaki, unajyu and saba. Read our full feature here.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"mandaluyong
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No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n3\/F SM Megamall, Bldg B., Ortigas, Mandaluyong
\n(02) 634-4865<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Ganso-Shabuway<\/a> – Shangri-La Plaza<\/h2>\n
Ganso-Shabuway is an international franchise from California<\/strong> that offers Japanese-style hot pot<\/strong>. They serve all-natural grass fed beef, fresh produce and other hot pot toppings. All shabu-shabu sets are served with choice of broth, vegetable plate, unlimited rice, and homemade dipping sauces<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
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Tenya<\/a> – SM Megamall<\/h2>\n
Tenya is Japan’s best tempura tendon chain<\/strong> that provides high quality tendon tempura at pocket-friendly prices. Tenya is authentic to its core\u2014with most of their ingredients and kitchen equipment hailing directly from Japan.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"tempura
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No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView branches<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Spot a new Japanese restaurant? Let us know! Shoot us an email over at support@phonebooky.com<\/a> with all the details. Keep tagging us on Twitter<\/strong> (@bookymanila<\/a>) or Instagram<\/strong> (@bookyapp<\/a>) so we can join your on your food trips around the city!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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