Japanese food + Reggae = "Raggatori"…read more One of the newer establishments in Cubao Expo, it definitely catches one's eye as it looks like one those tiny Japanese street bars I've only seen on animes but this one comes with a Reggae twist. Reggae music plays in the establishment which comes as a welcome uniqueness compared to other Japanese establishments out there. The food is a variety of what I'd like to call "Japanese Pulutan." Choose between the likes of Yakitori, Wagyu Beef Cubes, Tsukune, etc. Other not so Japanese pulutan like longannisa and cheese sausages are available for you to purchase and munch on with your alcoholic beverage. Plus, they also have Donburis for those who need their rice fix. The food was grilled on the spot so it's served to you hot and fresh and it tastes good especially with your cold beer (and the beer was definitely served cold). Overall, Raggatori is a nice place to visit with your friends but it's more of a drinking place than a place to have a nice quaint dinner at. It's a unique place to visit in an already unique Cubao Expo and it's definitely a place you should check out.

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!

I recently dined in JapanFudo in Vertis North and I observed that the feel of the ambiance is very…read moresimilar. Upon checking the menu, the price points is almost the same and even the plating shares the same look. I confirmed that the two is part of i Foods Group including Ichiba Japanese Market in Resortsworld. The setting is really esteemed. There are salient points on food. The takoyaki is overcooked, ramen is ordinarily prepared, and the spicy salmon maki is not at all spicy. There is nothing special on the broth of the ramen soup. The price points can be reasonable though. The commendable ones are Tempura, fresh salmon sashimi and yakitori. Service is also efficient. As a mother's day treat, they serve a free dessert for customers that reaches Php1500 food orders.

Ambience and Experience Our good friend Diane invited us to…read moretry the Kamameshi Rice at this restaurant where her brother works as a chef. Of course, this got our entire group pretty excited and I'd go for treats anytime if I can! It was great that they already had a table ready for us when we arrived. :) Wide spaces, seat options, and bright lights made the place look really exciting. Their restroom had an amusing sink knob located at the extreme lower right, away from the sink. California Roll This is an easy default for any Japanese roll to try. Theirs was good, refreshing in the mouth, simple, and tasty! Salmon Sashimi This tasted slightly different from what we usually eat at other Japanese restaurants but it was as good as always. With just the right amount of soy sauce and wasabi, I was all set. Takoyaki This was nearly a tie-breaker for first place in my book. It was SUPER GOOD! Texture and filling were just amazing! Tori Teri Kamameshi It's basically teriyaki chicken on kettle rice. This restaurant taught me that there is actually a name for the burnt rice at the bottom, and it's called "Okoge." I've had lots of good burnt rice experiences elsewhere (not only Japanese) but I'm not sure if the reference would still be the same since they weren't kamameshi. Tori Teri was pretty good with tender chicken and flavorful sauce. It can get addicting! Yakitori Everything essentially came smothered with teriyaki sauce. We tried the Baby Octopus, which was slightly chewy and very similar to eating squid. Quail Eggs were, well, eggs! I can't say much about it. Eggs! Chicken Liver was my favorite for the texture and flavor. I'll always try Chicken Liver if the restaurant has yakitori. Service Overall experience was good since we arrived. Lester tried to convince Diane that the Baby Octopus, which she resisted to try, was "kyut kyut." :p Big thanks to her bro Chef Von and the restaurant's other staffers for good food and service! Prices are VAT-inclusive and expect service charge.

I spend so much time in this area that I frequently pass this restaurant and I was always curious…read moreas to why it was located in such an obscure location. It isn't usually where you'd expect to find a traditional Japanese restaurant which makes you question the quality of the food they offer. One night, I decided to give them a shot and I was so not disappointed. Yutaka Izakaya actually has a very intimate setup. The chef hails from Japan and he has brought with him the simple and authentic flavor of our usual favorites like the different kinds of sushis and makis. Their tempura is also topnotch, bathed with the right amount of batter, making it light and delightfully crunchy. I would recommend their sukiyaki don which is pretty much a bowl of your fave hearty sukiyaki poured over rice and topped off with a raw egg. If you're in the mood for some Japanese food in the Q.C.-San Juan area, this place is a definite must-try!

I like Yutaka Izakaya because it's one of those legit Japanese restaurants, it's affordable, plus…read moreit's near my house. Their Tekamaki (12 pcs of tuna sushi) is only around Php 150. How crazy is that? I also like their Tempura with rice. For three pieces and a bowl of rice, it was only Php 186! Lastly, I tried another sushi dish which was basically rice topped with lots of salmon sashimi bits. This was good and cheaper than an entire serving of salmon sashimi (which was too much for one person anyway) so I opted for it instead. The restaurant is very simple, a hole in the wall type. But they do have good and affordable food. The choices aren't that crazy or out of this world, but are rather simple, yummy, Japanese food. There's a lot of parking space outside but it can get pretty dark at night because of the lack of proper lighting so be vigilant when getting in and out of your car.

I like this place. Specifically, I like this branch. There's something about the placement of this…read moreparticular branch, the way it's situated in the corner that really contributes to people watching. Having seat near the window, staring out into the crowd while making your way through a bowl of ramen... call me odd but that's probably one of my favorite ways to relax. This particular branch doesn't fill up quickly either so it's never too crowded. One thing I've noticed about Rai Rai Ken is that they're one of those adventurous places... or at least they are when it comes to their ramen. Not only do you have your expected chasyu (my personal favorite), miso and shio but you also have batchoy ramen, kanton men and mabo ramen. Good on them for trying to cater to the Filipino taste. Their serving sizes are also pretty good. Given what you pay, it's a decent meal. (They've also set up shop in the food court of Gateway for takeout but I digress). Unfortunately, there isn't much else I can comment on concerning the rest of their menu. I really just go for the ramen.

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.

you have a choice of average cooked food while waiting for your hot pot to heat up. The desserts…read moreare also good. The only problem is they seems to be short staffed so service for buffet food is slow when too many people inside the restaurant. Also finished plates gets piled up on your table. It's a little hot inside once people flocked in due to everybody using hot pot otherwise for the food served at a reasonable price i can say it's worth it to visit this place.

Looking forward to eat here in August 2022. My girl loves…read moreall the sea food here. We'll eat until we exploded.

When I was growing up, my family and I would always head to Subic for the weekend and with no fail…read morealways ate at this Japanese restaurant, Sachi. Like it was fate, we found out that Sachi was going to open its Manila branch 5 minutes away from our house! Sachi opened at the Araneta Coliseum Circle and has been there, standing strong, for years now! I've spent many birthdays and family occasions here, it's super a part of the family! Although lately it's been a little lonely (and empty), they still make the best tempura for me! The shrimps that come out of their kitchen are fried and crisp to perfection, crunch with every bite! The rest of their dishes are just at par but the chef's tempura is very worth it. Next time you're in the Coliseum for a game or a show, or if you're in the area, don't get turned off by their lack of clients, grab a seat and have some tempura!

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.

Only have a few parking spots but Manila folks are resourceful…read more In the weekday, we were here and it has a break in the afternoon and opens 5:30pm to 10pm. Ordered bed teppanyaki which comes with bean sprouts, tempura, miso soup, rice, and salmon. The beef was so tender and marinade all packed in. Tempura - nothing out of the ordinary. Salmon was cooked just right. I didn't feel that their food was too salty. Friendly staff.

A friend once told me that "Yuujin" was a wordplay on the name of owner, Eugene. She probably made…read morethat up, and I couldn't care less. Its easy to miss the place as the restaurant is inconspicuously hidden along waves of establishments along the street. Once you see half a gate which resembles part of a Japanese temple, then you're in the right place. Yuujin is actually my go to Japanese food when I'm in Wilson. The place arguably has the best per value serving of Salmon Sashimi for only P280. Think eight gorgeous slices of dat glorious pink sea meat. Enough to make a wild bear blush. The wasabi is a bit of a dud though. I usually spread those on my Sashimi like peanut butter on a sandwich when I eat here. Cringe. The beef tenderloin deserves a shout out! The tenderness has always been consistent (oiliness consistent as well) every time I visit this place. The side peanut dipping sauce is also a winner. Pair these up with a healthy serving of the fried rice. Other dishes: tempura (okay), tuna Sashimi (yey), the unagi and ebi roll (nay it's too sweet), pork teppanyaki (yey) Bottlomline: It's a simple Japanese restaurant without all the pretentiousness. The food is great and the value is even greater. Tip: Just name drop "Eugene" on your next visit to get a free round of sake. Yes, I just made that up too.