Location: Salcedo Village, Makati City

Salcedo residents and Crosta loyalists are in the know: a funky new Southeast Asian noodle house has arrived at HV Dela Costa, brought to you by the minds behind the beloved pizza joint. Currently on its soft opening, Kong is by no means authentic—and that’s exactly what gives them the room to play around and push the boundaries to delicious, innovative realms.

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Location: Chino Roces Ave, Makati City

Amidst the closure of Marufuku earlier this January, its devoted patrons have vocally mourned the Ortigas haunt, exchanging memories of the casual Japanese cuisine it served for ten impressive years. Luckily, the owners behind the long-loved restaurant have opened a new Japanese brand, Ginza.

With its eclectic first branch now open for dine-in (within a stylish furniture store, no less) and two more on the way, it may just be the comeback of the season. Expect familiar favourites like the sumiyaki udon (stir-fried charcoal noodles with mentaiko, tobiko, and seafood), nihon kaki motoyaki (torched oysters with miso mayo), as well as new dishes you've never seen before.

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Location: Salcedo Village, Makati City

A reliable haunt for delectable Spanish bites and pours, Bar Pintxos now offers heart breakfast fare at its Salcedo Village outlet, every Saturday and Sunday from 7am to 11am. The newly launched desayuno menu includes a Spanish-style omelette with jamon serrano, a luscious twist on arroz caldo with manchego cheese and chorizo bilbao, confit pork ribs with a fired egg and rice, and many more.

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Location: Poblacion, Makati City

Just months after the successful launch of West 32, a fashionable hangout with contemporary Korean dishes, the Notorious Concepts group is the talk of the town once more thanks to their newest restaurant, Japonesa. Graze through ceviche, tiraditos, sushi, yakitori, and other beloved Japanese-Peruvian fare, or explore their unique signature creations—the choice is yours, and you can make it with a swanky Japanese-inspired cocktail in hand.

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Location: BGC, Taguig City

Some things are just designed to be enjoyed fresh from the fryer, and fried chicken sandwiches are one such indulgence. Luckily, Sidechick has returned, primed and ready to welcome guests for dine-in, equipped with beer, cocktails, and other exciting additions to the menu.

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