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3 years ago
Tendon is worth the price, shrimp is big and sauce is delicious. Service is good! Thank you :)
SM City North, Edsa Corner North Avenue
Quezon City, Metro Manila
Philippines
Quezon City
02-4420041
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http://www.kimonoken.com/
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One of the newer unlimited grilled or barbecue places in the area, the place is well lit, well…read moreventilated and offers seafood as well (which is quite different from others). Between the 599 and 499 options, the 599 is definitely a better deal. We basically tried all the meats, and would advise that you get the beef platter as it comes with five different flavoured meats. The quality of meat is better than many others (in my opinion). The cheese is sumptuous, but their kimchi isn't great. Overall, I'd recommend the restaurant especially if you've grown tired of all the rest.
From the owner: Our restaurant will give you both Japanese cuisine and Korean Grill satisfaction with a wide…read morevariety of side dishes, appetizers, soups and 22 kinds of meats and seafood.
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It's not Japanese at all, believe me! This restaurant offers American, Italian and some Asian…read moredishes that you'll be longing for after taking in your last bite. Starting from their Newspaper style menu, you'll know that you're in for a great time in dining here. I suggest that you go for Chicken Teriyaki Casserole, Chicken Parmigiana and their Pork Chop dishes! Definitely worth every Peso. Their desserts are also very much calling out to your sweet teeth, as they offer a la mode French toasts, mini cakes and some chocolate treats. Their staff is very welcoming and warm, they'll assist you in each way they can.
Signature salad is good, didn't like the truffle mushroom soup,preferred Mary grace mush room…read moresoup,tebasaki chicken is good, strawberry almond salad is also good
Teriyaki Chicken with Ooooozing mozarella cheese
Veganized kimchi pasta and Shibuya roast. You'd think pasta and kimchi won't work together, but they doooo.
Chicken Parmigiana
Tried the Pork Tornado Curry and I loved it! It was very flavorful and I enjoyed my meal. You can…read morecustomize the spice level but I just opted for non spicy. The service was okay despite it being busy.
We ate at this place for lunch and we are hooked. The food is flavorful and the katsu is tender…read more This place can compete to an authentic Japanese restaurant. From the salad dressing to anything on the menu, wow!!!Even the rice was cooked to perfection. Service was quick, our server was good. Looks like she enjoyed her job. We keep coming back for more. Can't get enough of this place. Wish we have this in Las Vegas. C'mon Yabu, open up one in Las Vegas, guaranteed it'll be a cash cow!
A beautiful set of Rosu-katsu
Mozzarella sticks was a great app with a delicious dip
Along Tomas Morato and just across from project pie is this 2 floor Japanese restaurant. I ordered…read morefuto maki and tempura which came with miso soup. I like the futo maki here. It's 8 pieces and after 6 I'm already full. Tempura was nothing special. Came with 4 pieces of shrimp tempura and one piece of okra tempura and miso soup. The food isn't amazing but it's not bad! Definitely satisfies my futo maki craving. I think it's a great place for big groups. It's not the cheapest Japanese restaurant maybe it's better even just go to a buffet like Sambokujin. But it's location is easy to get to and I'm satisfied after the meal. I'll be back and hopefully I part ways with my futo maki and get a different dish. :)
I was so happy to find out that Nihonbashitei had opened in my area! I usually trek all the way to…read morethe Arnaiz Ave in Makati to get my Japanese food fix but now, it's a 15-min ride from my house. Found on the corner of Tomas Morato and Sct. Castor, it's across the 24-hour Family Mart and is near Afters Espresso and Dessert. Parking is a little bit difficult. It seems like they don't have the same valet service as the Makati branches. Compared to the other branches, this new one is definitely more brightly lit and spacious. They still have the bar seating and booth seating on the first floor. Then there are more booths on the second floor, along with some private rooms for groups. If you're having a hard time choosing your order, the bento boxes offer great value for money and allow you to try a handful of dishes. I'm always a fan of their shrimp tempura, fish tempura, their soba and the spicy tuna maki. I did notice, however, that the spicy tuna maki in this branch seems to be smaller in size than the Makati branches. In any case, it's still really good stuff. This branch also offers the grilled items that you can grill at your table. I personally like the US Karubi and US Rosu. The restaurant was quite busy on a Saturday night so make reservations or prepare to wait in line. It's worth it though!
Second floor seating is very roomy!
This is a neighborhood restaurant. Heard that they own a few more around the area. It's a good…read moreplace for a family dinner. It has a big area that sits many. Its interior is designed like a Japanese house. Food is not authentic. Quality a bit below par in my opinion. Just an easy restaurant for quick meals.
If you're craving for authentic Japanese cuisine, Oedo should be one on your list. Just make sure…read moreyou call first for reservations since walk-ins sometimes takes a while. The quality of their food is
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Went to Kimpura after several years of absence. Sad to say the food was thoroughly underwhelming…read more We ordered unaju (not sure if I spelled right) and while the eel was acceptable, the bed of rice was not. It had a mushy texture like an aborted congee. Ordered agedashi tofu and the sauce tasted like water with a heavy dose of soy sauce. Also had overdone shrimp tempura. It had the texture of last month's frozen shrimp. The service was acceptable though.
My SO and I were with two other friends, one of which was experiencing serious heart break. In a…read moretypical situation, I would have suggested to Heart Broken Friend to suck it up, give it a good cry (or go to a gentleman's club, if that's his thing), then carry on grabbing life by the balls. But he said he wanted us to eat out, and we were "Uhm, we're not really sure we can." We were a little tight on the budget that time. And he goes "Let's go to Kimpura, my treat." So we're "Yeah! Let's eat out!" PROS: Teppanyaki is a really great way to eat Japanese food because you see the expert chef cook your sumptuous food right in front of your table and then serve it right away. It's mesmerizing, like watching Masterchef, seeing the sautéing and mixing and the occasional whoosh of fire; The food is freshly made and delicious. My personal favorite would be their fried rice; The staff were friendly. They even gave Heart Broken Friend a try at cooking the teppanyaki (all he did was stir the meat around). CONS: I think our bill reached P5,000.00 then. It's totally pricey, but I guess our friend didn't mind. We ordered a lot too and ended up with leftovers. TL;DR: If you're up for paying a lot for a fun teppanyaki experience, try Kimpura out. It's Manila's best teppanyaki.
We came to the restaurant for php 299 all you can eat but your food doesn't arrive within an hour…read more The plates were dirty full of dust and mysterious sediment when distributed to our table. The food was inadequate, a 3 piece tamago sashimi came to our table looking like a meal for mice. No soy sauce was served at a Japanese restaurant ???? I've been here over an hour and have been served basically nothing. Service is inadequate as well. Don't come here, save your money. Biggest scam is scamming you of your time here.
Located in the suburban area of Maginhawa, the atmosphere is lighter and a little less polluted…read more Soru Izakaya is on the ground floor of a new building, the food quality is good and much cheaper than Ooma, though seeming to share some qualities. Interior is will lit and designed, service is excellent, and staff are sufficient. My only issue with our visit was I found the tempuras to be overly oily.
Literally melts in your mouth
My family loves to come here whenever we have a craving for japanese food. Most of the fish here…read morewere delicious. We ordered so much food that the yellowtail ended up sitting there for some time but totally my fault. The service here is always good as the staff are very attentive. The ambiance is always nice and gives off japanese vibes.
Food was excellent and there service was great! Unfortunately we want to order there fish dishes…read morebut they are out of stock
Surf and Turf
Sashimi
Bone marrow
Oddly, this is my go-to Japanese restaurant here in Manila! I know it's not authentic and all coz…read morealmost all things in the menu are fusion but still, I get my fix from this place. The atmosphere of this branch itself is not something to look forward to (comparing to nearby relatively newer restaurants in this building). The servers are great as they are not too overbearing but let me just say that the food is what keeps me coming back! M2, omakase roll and spicy tuna salad, I love you.
I've been to Omakase a couple of times now, and every time I enter the place I instantly get caught…read moreup in the sweet, distinct aroma of Japanese cuisine; it makes me hurry to my seat so I can order and finally get my hands, er, chopsticks on their food! Recently, I've tried their Mt. Fuji Roll which has deep-fried tuna, unagi, and cream cheese. The taste is eel-ectrifying (ha!). I like how the mild taste of the cream cheese balances out the saltiness of the tuna and unagi. Aside from the usual fare of sashimi and maki, I almost always go for teriyaki chicken when eating at Japanese restaurants. Omakase's teriyaki chicken is good; it has that smokey, savory flavor that's important in teriyaki chicken, though I guess it's a little too sweet. With its intimate setting, I'd consider it a great place to go to when with family or friends. If you're going in a large group, try the Sushi Boat but prepare to go a little overboard (another ha!) on your budget.
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Some thought was put into the theming of the place with Japanese decor and interiors made to match…read more Staff were also trained to greet in Japanese guests coming in and going out. Food was great. I have nothing to complain about the variety of food we were able to sample: sashimi, curry, tempura, etc. I enjoyed their tofu steak, asparagus mayo spaghetti, and asparagus rolls wrapped with bacon. Service we got was very quick and efficient. You may need to consider parking at the place. Slots may run out and it can be a little too tight in some places. We just went with valet parking when we came in during a Tuesday early afternoon.
When it comes to affordable and reliable Japanese food, Kimono Ken is our bet. Kimono Ken doesn't…read moretry to be authentically Japanese, nor does it try to be the sweeter version of Japanese food. Kimono Ken is Kimono Ken and I like it just the way it is. You know the feeling when you crave for Japanese food and you just really want to be satisfied and fulfilled with your meal? That is usually what I get from eating at Kimono Ken. My favorites would have to be their Beef Tepenyaki, Epi Tempura and Japanese Fried Rice. These three staples would definitely satisfy my Japanese craving. Unfortunately, Japanese food does not come cheap. So when I'm low on cash, I end up ordering their Chicken Katsudon which is equally satisfying. Make sure to ask for an extra serving of their special sauce to make sure you get all your rice soaked in that yummy sauce.
I was with my dad here and it was a great experience, the food was great, the staff were kind, and…read morethe atmosphere/ambience was actually really calm and quiet! Would recommend
I do not believe this is the location i went to but I also cannot locate it on yelp. I went to two…read morelocations while I was in the Philippines in March and April 2023 and I went to them multiple times while I was there lol It's cheap, and good! usually went here for the Eel because it's so expensive here in the USA I always get the grilled eel anywhere internationally when traveling to Asia. It's usually always better quality and tasty. Im not talking about japan good which is always a 10/10 but this was more like a 8/10 and the pricing made it 9/10 lol. There was not a negative thing I could say about the times I visited and ate lol my husband did I am sure get tired of it. He's more into Filipino food of course but usually if you grow up in the provinces food like this place isn't a daily or weekly thing so for him he got tired of it quickly lol I went to the one at MOA near the road entrance and the location at SM Baguio and both were fantastic! You do not have to talk to anyone lol which is more of my style. You click and choose what you want on the TV screen and it comes out to you. If it is a drink or larger item like a soup, they will hand deliver it but it's a quick drop and go kind of thing. There is a hot water spout at your table with matcha (which isn't the best grade) but it works lol Air con worked, it was never really "busy" when we went. Only a few tables but I'm sure it's because everyone was working at the times when we went.
One of the better restaurants when it comes to katsu. The katsu pockets are absolutely something to…read moretry and the same can be said of the katsu sandwiches. The shrimp katsu sandwich had real shrimp chunks that gave it an interesting chewing experience. The katsumabushi set is also an experience in itself, offering several ways to savour it in. Tamago is superb as well. Ambience: Good Taste: Superb, the textures and flavours are balanced Presentation: Great, kid's menu in particular was plated in a cute manner Value: Great, great taste for a good price Service: Great, very attentive staff and pays attention to details Overall: Great, will vist again definitely
Big servings and very affordable!! :) I loved their Maki. They easily run out and it wasn't after…read morelunch yet that time. Also had Kani salad with Ebi tempura. :) Ebi tempura was small but still yummy! :)
First time here. The food was amazing -- really tasty and vegan/vegetarian friendly. The best…read moreJapanese restaurant I've ever been to -- food was fresh, servings were big enough to share, and prices were fair. Staff were very friendly, attentive, and helpful, and the food came out quickly. Loved the unique and refreshing drinks too. Great job!
I have been here multiple times before since this is one of my brother's go-to Japanese restaurant…read more I can definitely understand why with the quality food, good service and good price. This time the visit was with my parents, my brother, my husband and me. We were served with delicious complimentary tofu with a great-tasting sauce. My brother ordered the aji tataki for us to start off and it's been a while since I've had this. Beautifully done and very tasty! My brother got the chirashi bowl. My husband and I shared the Gindara kaku bento - grilled cod fish, salad, salmon and tuna sashimi, tempura, miso soup with clams and mango ice cream. For dessert, fruits was the other option. My brother also ordered several chawanmushi for us to share. My parents shared the Nigiri kaku bento. There was so much food. The one down side was the fish in my parents' bento box was a bit tough, unlike the gindara that we had. I would probably recommend the Gindara kaku bento between the 2 bento boxes. We also had this soup that came in a small teapot. I had missed jotting down the name but you drink the soup from a miniature teacup. Glad we didn't order more food because there was already lots of food! Highly recommend!
Pho!!!! They have Pho Ho all over the world. I don't really like pho but I go for the other dishes…read more My usual order is one of the Vietnamese sandwiches which I split with someone. For my main course I have the small chicken vermicelli bowl. It has veggies, chicken, fried roll and the perfect sauce that really brings it all together. The service is fast. Got our food in less than 15 minutes. So it's great when you are taking a short break from eating.
Been traveling and having authentic Filipino food and Jollie B for 2 wks now. Needed Pho and…read moredesperate. It was a good desperate! Had their #50 the only one that have a mix of flank, tendon and meat balls. It's good! Satisfied! Tasty, broth was hot enough. Thank you Pho HOA for being in Manila!!!
What I love about eating out in places near universities and schools is that you are sure to find…read morerestaurants that are dirt cheap. Well, I say dirt cheap now since I am already earning money on my own, with my fancy managerial title and all that. These restaurants cater mostly to students, and that usually means that the food is served in huge servings for a fraction of the cost - it's all about cost-effectiveness, as far as students are concerned, so most businesses around schools tend to drive down prices as much as they possibly can. An example of such restaurants is Ichiro, which is found in One Archer's Place, just a couple meters from DLSU's Agno Gate. I would say Ichiro would be Yabu's cheaper yet equally satisfying cousin. Though their menu is not as upscale and varied as Yabu's, Ichiro's katsu can rival the big brand's just the same. If you enjoy Yabu's interactive prelude to your meal in the form of crushing sesame seeds the mortar and the grooved pestle, you will also find it here. The katsu is thick and well-breaded with golden and crispy breadcrumbs, and the sauce base is also thick, syrupy and well-seasoned. This restaurant gives you a bang for your buck. The place is a bit hidden since it is in that awkward spot in the mezzanine, but you'll find it on your way to the washrooms, which are located far back into the building.
If Ganjou exists as a cheap version of Omakase, then Ichiro exists as a cheap version of Yabu. And…read morejust like Yabu, Ichiro has excellent Katsu. Really, it's hard to get Katsu that's really damn good. Most Katsu I get from a lot of places is either really bland, kind of soggy, or just plain undercooked. Ichiro's Katsu looks and feels like a premium, well-cooked Katsu from the get go. Upon looking at the menu, you're going to notice that Ichiro has a very comprehensive set of Katsu variations, from their regular Chicken and Pork Katsu to the hit, Cheese Roll Katsu, which is basically, well, Katsu with cheese inside. Regardless, no matter which version you order, you're going to get a satisfying meal. All have a side of delicious Miso Soup, a healthy serving of rice, and their sauce, which is sweet and also a little bit sour topped with sesame seeds. (That you get to crush yourself!) Their Katsu has a lovely golden brown exterior. It's crunchy on the first bite - and the taste keeps you going all the way until the last bite. Ichiro's definitely an awesome Japanese restaurant, at a price that's perfect for students. It makes sense that plenty of diners come here every night.
This is the best restaurant in makati! I usually go 2-3 times every time I visit…read more This is a must go to place and next to holiday inn in makati.
Would love to give them a 5 star but: 1. Food was not as hot…read moreas I would have expected 2. Service, although plentiful, haphazard and the waiter constantly forgot our extra orders- so much so it became conical. I mean how difficult is it to remember and bring an extra egg side order to the table (or even an extra side dish of curry sauce)? Well apparently difficult. Otherwise this is the consistent quality Katsu house to visit. I like the choice of heat for the curry (mild,medium and hot). I love the endless cabbage and sauce and endless rice - and then the fried egg is just the best on top of the steaming rice with a delicious pork Katsu cutlet. Will definitely return
Service was average…read more We arrived about 5 minutes before a group. However, they got served way before us. Waitress knew her mistake and quickly got someone else to help us. At this point, we were just irritable, and decided to just not order three meals. Waitstaff got irritated when they found out that 2 of 3 was going to order. So we decided to just make it 1 out of 3 people to order. Especially after the waitress was willing to argue about distilled and mineral water. So we just put in our order of distilled water and one egg drop soup...just to get the heck out of this place. Won't be coming back, that's for sure.
This place is hella bomb!!ramen is good!egg rice is good! Tempura is good! A lot of stuff were…read moreyummy. Coming back for sure next year!
Good Food & tasty Their Service fast, servers are polite &…read morefriendly Ambience good Price reasonable
Came here to eat with a couple of my family members. My uncle has been here a million times and…read morehighly recommend this place. Its very similar to a benihanas in the states just minus any excitement or show in the chef cooking for you. The food was good and the chef cooked the food really fast. The waiters and waitresses though were slow and took several reminders before they brought you what you asked. It was even hard to communicate with the chef. We tried communicating with him but it was loke talking to a wall, with one word replies. After a bit we stopped trying. Overall the food was good, maybe the chef was having a bad day. But based on the other reviews service seems substandard.