Whether it’s sushi, katsu, or ramen that you’re after, these 27 restaurants from the Tatler Dining Guide 2023 are sure to satisfy the craving
What’s not to love about Japanese cuisine? A food culture dedicated to values of hospitality and perfection, the food of Japan spans raw, fresh catches from the sea to hearty bowls of decadent soup and crispy golden bites from the deep fryer. While there’s nothing quite like feasting on sushi, ramen, or katsu right in Japan, you can still have these fan favourites right here in the Philippines thanks to these great restaurants.
Keep reading to browse the 27 best Japanese restaurants from the Tatler Dining Guide 2023:
This list is in alphabetical order.
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Awards
2023 Best Restaurants
Must Try
- Uni toast, chicken liver, pineapple, shiso
- Salmon kushiyaki, truffle, curry, cereal
- Wagyu, leek, uni, cauliflower
Modern izakaya 12/10 is back in business, and patrons old and new have swiftly flocked to the new Rockwell outpost in search of the famed uni toast and faux Twix. Apart from its signature tasting menu and à la carte bites, they have recently rolled out its daytime desserts menu and espresso bar—an inspired alternative to afternoon tea with the same playful Japanese twist.
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12/10
Address: G/F 8 Rockwell, Rockwell Center, Makati City, Metro Manila