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BEST & NEW FIRSTS IN METRO MANILA: Dining destinations you wouldn’t want to miss





What’s better than a full stomach? A heart made even more fulfilled—thanks to all these new and absolute must-try restaurants headlining in the Metro.

This month of July, the cravings never stop as SM continues to welcome new firsts and flagship stores, with restaurants ready to serve you only the best of dining experiences. From the freshest concepts to the most crafty dishes, each restaurant offers a unique culinary journey you won't want to miss. Whether you're a food enthusiast or simply in search of something new, SM has everything to satisfy your cravings.

                           


From Artisan Hands To Your Everyday Moments 

There’s a certain magic in food made with heart—from the slow preparation to the flavors that linger. Whether you're craving comfort food or something new, SM Supermalls brings together a mix of dining spots where care and craftsmanship are always on the menu.

  • % Arabica at SM Podium - Expand your caffeine horizons with % Arabica. Featuring the finest Arabica coffee beans and a calm, minimalist decor. It's the perfect spot to grab your drink to-go and snap a cute Instagram-worthy photo.



  • The Matcha Tokyo at SM Mall of Asia - Starting off fresh with its first flagship store, The Matcha Tokyo expands its presence here in Manila as it continues to deliver its proud selections of purely organic matcha, complete from beverages to desserts. 



  • Hoshino Coffee at SM Mall of Asia - For our coffee lovers, inspire your everyday with some rich and aromatic tasting notes from Hoshino Coffee—featuring its signature hand-dripped blends and souffle pancakes. Enjoy your caffeine fix paired with desserts and dishes you’ll love.



Your Next Asian Craving Starts Here

Craving for some flavorful soup? How about some katsudon? Enjoy a month of tasteful feasts with these new Asian restaurants set to make the dining scene in SM City North EDSA and SM Mall of Asia more vibrant than ever. 

  • Shaburo 21 at SM Mall of Asia - Delight in a solo hot pot experience with Shaburo 21—a stylish, single-serve shabu-shabu restaurant which opened their first-in-PH store. Originating from Korea, they offer a range of quality meat and fresh vegetables paired with their house-special sauces.


  • Katsudonya Saiko at SM City North Edsa - Experience the best katsudon in town at Katsudonya Saiko. With its upscale interiors and authentic Japanese flavors, you’ll feel transported to the Land of the Rising Sun with every lip-smacking bite. Oishii!


Your Food Favorites, Made Extra Special 


We understand that you deserve the best—and that’s exactly what we’re serving: indulgent food in a great ambiance. Check out these newly opened and freshly upgraded restaurants at SM Aura and SM Mall of Asia.


  • Kiwami: Japanese Master Kitchens at SM Mall of Asia - Speaking of the best, the ultimate dining destination for everything Japanese cuisine just recently opened their biggest space yet, here at the SM Mall of Asia. Kiwami: Japanese Master Kitchens offer a variety of food options through their lineup of famous dining spots from across Japan. Featuring restaurants like Koyo, Yabu, Ippudo, Hannosuke, Hachibei, fully satisfy your cravings for Japanese food to your heart’s content.

  • Niku Niku Oh!! Kome at SM Mall of Asia - This new restaurant is a must-visit omakase-style hamburger steak chain centered on serving quality beef cuts directly imported from Japan—ground daily and prepared live!

  • Burger & Lobster’s Terrace at SM Aura - Just a few months after launching their first home here in the Philippines, Burger & Lobster is here yet again with a new, soon to open addition to their restaurant—featuring its freshly opened, totally must-visit terrace area to enjoy your surf and turf combo at. Feel the obsessive vibe. Have your well-deserved dining moment, and dig into this fan favorite from London in the luxury of taking in an equally delicious view.

Hot pot? Japanese favorites? Or perhaps a delightful serving of lobster with a great view? From casual treats to high-end pleasures, we’ve got you covered—only at SM Supermalls, bringing you a #NewEraOfFirsts.


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