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Food cravings are hard to ignore and even harder to satisfy if you don’t know where to get your fix for that delicious meal without having to travel too far. The good news is that there is a lot to discover in the south of Metro Manila, ranging from Spanish food and authentic Japanese cuisine to fancy grilled meats places. So, whether you’re a newcomer to the south, finally settling into that condo in Sucat of yours, or just wanting to try something relatively new, then this list will provide some of the best restaurants around the area guaranteed to fill up that hungry belly.
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Ramen Yushoken
A definite must-try for people who love Japanese food. This restaurant is just roughly 4.3km away from your condo in Sucat and is located at Molito Alabang, Muntinlupa. They offer a wide selection of hearty ramen dishes on their menu, along with tasty side dishes such as gyoza and karaage. Customers can also avail of extra chashu (roasted pork belly) and ramen noodles if they’ve got that bottomless appetite! Paired with available beverages authentic to Japan like the Asahi super dry beer makes the meal even better.
Dear Adam, Sweet Lucy
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Featuring caffeinated concoctions by day and fancy cocktails by night, this versatile restaurant can be found in Poblacion, Makati City, and is open from Mondays to Saturdays. If you need a quick getaway from the familiarity of your condo in Sucat, this is the place to be to unwind.
During the day the establishment goes by the name of Dear Adam and functions as a café. Their daytime schedule spans from 11 AM to 6 PM with the menu featuring homebrewed coffee drinks and a wide array of delectable pastries and desserts. But that is not all because they also serve pasta and salads, ideal for a light snack to a filling meal.
However, come nighttime and the restaurant transforms into a cocktail lounge under the name of Sweet Lucy. Their “after dark” food selection features a variety of fancy dishes like smoked salmon, wagyu beef, and sausage platter among others. Meanwhile, aside from their craft and classic cocktails, they also offer other drinks such as wine, rum, vodka, and many more. You name it and they’ll surely have the best recommendation. Finding a place to indulge in good food and good drinks to cap the night? Sweet Lucy’s got you covered.
Café Fleur
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Another gem nestled in the streets of Poblacion, Makati City is Café Fleur, or more precisely le petit Café Fleur.
Owned by Celebrity Chef Sau del Rosario, it is one of the best new restaurants to have been established during the pandemic. Built as a tribute to his mother who was his inspiration, this restaurant delivers an impressive dining experience to its customers. From lavish steak dishes to exquisite refreshments, the quaint al fresco ambiance makes the dine-in even better and is the perfect backdrop for those who want to capture the moment with a photo.
Of course, given the premium quality of its food and service, the price isn’t anything to laugh at. But it’s a restaurant well worth considering when thinking about where to go for lunch out with friends or family.
Ramboy’s
Nothing hits close to home better than the taste of Filipino comfort food of course!
Originally a local specialty in Numancia, Aklan, Ramboy’s finally opened up more branches in the south of the Metro, one of which is located right at BF Homes, Parañaque, and isn’t too far from the area of your condo in Sucat. This Filipino restaurant is best known for its signature liempo cooked to perfection and served in its ultimate form of crispiness and juiciness. Aside from this platter of goodness, there are also other Filipino dishes available Lechon Manok, Kare-Kare, Seafood, and of course the staple dish of any Asian household, rice which is available in either plain or fried.
Dining at Ramboy’s is definitely going to be a feast and is the perfect place to go to celebrate various occasions.
Phoenix Court at Bellevue Manila
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If you are up for something fancy, this fine dining restaurant might just be up your alley.
Just around the various restaurants in Alabang is the Bellevue Manila Hotel which houses the Phoenix Court, one of the few fine-dining restaurants within the area. With its name a nod to the Chinese mythology of the Phoenix whose rare appearance signifies harmony, this restaurant naturally offers authentic Chinese cuisine. From their signature entreé dishes like the Peking Duck to their creative infusion creations like the Mango Lapu Lapu, a flavorful experience awaits. Meanwhile, they also have a Dimsum and Noodle bar that offers dim sum and dumplings fresh from the kitchen.
With a seating capacity of 250 guests, the restaurant can accommodate reservations such as a private dinner for groups of 8 to 25 people.
Stockton Place
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Awarded as one of the best new restaurants in 2013, Stockton Place is an elegant but cozy restaurant located in Legazpi Village, Makati City. It’s easy to understand why they bagged such a title because not only do they offer good food such as USDA Prime Grade Rib-Eye steak among other stellar food options, but also because their restaurant’s ambiance and interior elevates the dine-in experience, almost as if you’re eating at the comfort of your own house.
It’s a fine place to bond with friends or family over food and take a photo or two to capture the moment. Stockton Place is open every day for lunch and dinner, so reserve a table if you fancy!
Tomatito
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Direct your Spanish food cravings to this Spanish restaurant located in BGC, Taguig City!
Described as the “sexy tapas bar”, Tomatito brings Spanish food closer to the palates of Filipino customers. With deals like the Prime Set, customers can choose a starter and main course of their choosing for the price of 795PHP, and it comes with a glass of fresh Calamansi Iced Tea too. Apart from that are their ala carte options ranging from cold cuts and cheeses to veggie salads and soups. Vegetarians and vegans won’t have to worry about being unable to eat here as the establishment serves food options that cater to their preferences.
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