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    Isogi by Kai

    4.2 (9 reviews)
    PriceyJapanese
    Open 11:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Australian beef teppanyaki
    Reena G.

    A colleague of mine asked for a meeting and with the urgency, we decided to meet for a quick lunch and an even quicker meeting. We decided to meet at San Antonio Plaza since she was heading to Dasmariñas village, and I on the other hand was heading to Global City. We decided to try Isogi, the little-known Japanese restaurant with the entrance facing the back of the building. While waiting, I had a cup of miso soup to calm my crazy, hyperactive stomach. Shortly after finishing my seaweed and tofu-filled, deliciously comforting miso soup, my colleague arrived. Without even scanning the menu, she ordered their beef teppanyaki and swore by it. Because I was hungry and I trust her taste (plus I am so easily convinced that way when it comes to food), I decided to get the same. She also got a cup of chahan, but I got a cup of plain rice so I could taste the Australian rib eye teppanyaki better. In less than 10 minutes, we discussed and finished our meeting, which was in good timing because our food arrived. She was right. The beef was so tender it might as well have melted in my mouth. It was delicious and I tried my best to enjoy each little piece without taking too much time as I was also in a rush. It also came with veggies that were cooked well, not overcooked like it would usually be in other restaurants. Looking forward to going back and ordering the same thing so I can enjoy it even longer.

    Angel K.

    Isogi is a wonderful little nook by Kai in the San Antonio Plaza that serves superb Japanese food with its own subtle, modern twist. I am always pleased, dining here. I very much enjoy the space. It's delightful and cool. It seats very few, so it's an excellent choice if you're looking for somewhere nice to have an intimate meal or somewhere quiet to go. Servers are courteous and accommodating when you're in a rush; I usually drop by here for quick lunches. Isogi, like Kai, is never a let down food-wise. Prices are a solid notch above average, but you get what you pay for. Portions are filling and food is consistent and fine in terms of flavour and quality. The Umami Burger, Wagyu Fried Rice, and Eel and Avocado Maki are my go-to orders. All the sushi, bento meals, and desserts are worth a try as well! I dare say Isogi actually surpasses Kai in all respects; it's a marvellous step up.

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    Tanabe Japanese Restaurant - Front

    Tanabe Japanese Restaurant

    4.6(8 reviews)
    5.7 kmManila City
    ₱₱₱

    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!

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    Mangetsu

    Mangetsu

    3.8(9 reviews)
    1.3 kmMakati City
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    This Japanese restaurant joins the big leagues such, as Seryna, Izakaya Kikufuji, Umu at Dusit, and…read moremany more. But your perception may vary, as my reviews are mostly from the southern region of Metro Manila. FOOD 5.0 Nama Uni Sashimi (420 PHP) Sea Urchin or sea hedgehogs are those spikey things that I always think about avoiding when going to the beach But, I love them on my plate, It is very sweet and delicate, and it tastes like the sea smells, with a soft, almost creamy texture. A 3-step process starts with a piece of Nori (seaweed wrap), then a slice of cucumber, a hefty plump of uni on top, close it off and surprise your mouth with a taste of the sea. Tofu Gratin (395 PHP) Shrimp flavoured white sauce that's smothered with cheese and lots of it. The gooey feels were just too strong and I couldn't but scrape the pan clean. Every spoonful is a renewed experience, so it doesn't get boring. Assorted Sushi (720 PHP) Their hot dishes overwhelmed our taste buds with clean flavours, which led us to unintentionally ignore this initially. Sushi pieces that are above average in size and offer a refreshing taste. Beef Sukiyaki Iron Hot Pot (530 PHP) Beef Sukiyaki that's filled with a rich broth flavoured by the tender smoked beef. This is a dish to remember and one of the items I will recall and recommend. Tonpei Yaki (430 PHP) A Japanese style Frittata topped with extremely thin slice pork that wiggles from displaced air around it. It looked alive upon my first glance. You'd be wrong to think that these paper thin slices of pork wont satisfy, because flavour is not in volumes, but in density. These melt in your mouth and just release flavour that you'd usually encounter in chunky portions of pork. I for one enjoyed less weight and more flavour. The frittata underneath is fairly standard. SERVICE 4.5 Waiters take pride in the food they serve, we were even prompted to taste the Tofu Gratin first as it's tastiest when hot. They're informative when guiding you through the menu and suggest based on your taste and not the most expensive like in other places. AMBIANCE 4.5 I love places that impress on ambiance and Mangetsu surely did. High ceilings and even a second floor for private functions, this place is well decorated and spacious. Air-conditioning is centralised, which means an evenly cooled environment.

    Interior aspect makes us feel high sense and quality, but actually foods served there are nothing…read morespecial. Maybe good for business purpose of use.

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