Cover A sumptuous selection of classic Nobu dishes, grilled choices, appetizers, new style sushi and sashimi, and dainty desserts can be enjoyed by families and friends at Nobu Manila’s eat-all-you-can Sunday brunch
A sumptuous selection of classic Nobu dishes, grilled choices, appetizers, new style sushi and sashimi, and dainty desserts can be enjoyed by families and friends at Nobu Manila’s eat-all-you-can Sunday brunch
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Fresh oysters, sushi, Wagyu steaks, and bottomless booze—sounds like our ideal Sunday
Nobu is an institution that needs no introduction. With 47 restaurants around the globe, the contemporary Japanese-Peruvian cuisine of chef Nobu Matsuhisa has become a rightful favourite among celebrities and gourmands alike, not to mention co-founders Robert de Niro and Meir Teper.
The Philippine outlet, Nobu Manila at City of Dreams is no exception. Beyond the eponymous chef’s internationally-celebrated bites (like the signature black cod miso, a verifiable must-try), the restaurant’s refined ambience makes an ideal setting for romantic date nights and other special occasions. Fitted with well-appointed private rooms, floating cabanas amidst the lush gardens, and an extensive sushi counter that gets you close to the action, Nobu Manila delivers a variety of dining experiences in one sophisticated destination—including the Nobu Sunday brunch, extended by popular demand.
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Above The Nobu cabanas by day are a refreshing setting for an unforgettable Nobu Sunday brunch
Above The kushiyaki station in action, at Nobu Sunday brunch
The Nobu cabanas by day are a refreshing setting for an unforgettable Nobu Sunday brunch
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Initially re-introduced in March for one month only, the weekly all-you-can-eat-and-drink banquet grew so popular that Nobu Manila had no choice but to carry on. The brunch is packed with live-action stations to satiate every craving while ensuring freshness to the very last morsel of Nobu’s new style specialities.
Delicate flavours of the sea like seasonal fresh oysters and custom sashimi, sushi, and maki selections with Nobu’s signature Karashi Su Miso sauce and Matsuhisa dressing are only just a few options available to you. Smokey kushiyaki, a colourful array of grilled skewered seafood, meats, and vegetables rouse further excitement. But the undeniable star of the lavish blowout is the sumptuous carving item of the week—shichimi-crusted rib-eye, Kurobuta porchetta, a whole leg of Wagyu, and salmon fillet are just some of the luxurious centrepiece items known to grace Nobu’s Sunday brunch.
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Carving of the Day varies each week at the Nobu Sunday brunch
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To distinguish Nobu Manila from all its other outlets around the world, local favourites are also offered, presented with a stylish Nobu twist. Think Wagyu or Kurobuta sisig and Nobu-style salmon tinapa fried rice, flavourful Filipino staples that complement the brand’s international signatures. Available to order a la carte as part of every Sunday brunch, these and other tempting specials include Wagyu sliders with bao buns, shrimp tempura, and the highly sought-after black cod miso on butter lettuce.
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Above Black Cod Miso Butter Lettuce is among the favorite on the brunch all-you-can-eat a la carte menu
Above From the action stations to the guests’ tables, the brunch delivers exciting flavors of Nobu’s new-style Japanese cuisine prepared ala minute
Black Cod Miso Butter Lettuce is among the favorite on the brunch all-you-can-eat a la carte menu
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Finally, what’s a brunch buffet without some cheeky booze? Have your pick of Nobu Sake (junmai daiginjo), lychee vodka, Japanese-inspired cocktails, red and white wines, beer, and even bottomless Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut Champagne when you upgrade to Nobu Manila’s exquisite brunch and beverage packages.
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Nobu Manila’s Sunday Brunch is served from 11am to 3pm. The regular package is available at PHP 2,950 per person (with unlimited non-alcoholic drinks), while the standard package (with a selection of cocktails, sake, red and white wines, along with non-alcoholic drinks) comes at PHP 4,046.48 per person, and the premium package (with champagne and all the beverage inclusions in the standard package) is offered at PHP 5,153.23. For reservations, please call +632 8800 8080 or email guestservices@cod-manila.com.
About
Lauren’s love for food came much later in life than one would expect— an obsession awakened in the streets of Melbourne’s multicultural dining scene. Armed with this newfound passion, she returned to the Philippines determined to discover the best eats in her home country, with a personal advocacy to champion local cuisines and homegrown talent. Nothing is off-limits; if it’s delicious, it’s worth celebrating.
Work
As Tatler Dining associate editor, Lauren covers all things food and drink, from listing the latest openings in our monthly Dining Radar to interviewing chefs and bartenders about the biggest obstacles crippling the industry today. Beyond the digital space, she also organises Tatler Dining’s tentpole events, including Off Menu and Tatler Dining Kitchen, as well as the annual Tatler Best Philippines awards night and guide launch, detailing the best restaurants in the country.
For leads and event invites, contact her via lauren@tatlerphilippines.com or follow her on Instagram at @laurengolangco.
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