Several choices of dining facilities, entertainment, bars, international cuisine and first class food chains are available in areas such as the Ortigas Center, EDSA Central, and along EDSA and Shaw Boulevard.
A casual and cheerful Japanese restaurant, Akiga offers an extensive menu created by a Japanese Chef, from Sushi and Sashimi to Teppan and Nabe. Aside from its regular menu, the Chef creates dishes that Akiga offers as weekly specials to guests.
The Podium, Level 1, 18 ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center
Tel. 631-3354
A refreshing restaurant that offers authentic and innovative Filipino dishes, great service, and of course, excellent food concocted by the culinary geniuses and students of the Center for Culinary Arts. C2 is an ideal family dining place, for Filipinos and for foreigners who want a true taste of our culture.
Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Level 6 Unit 614, EDSA cor. Shaw Boulevard
Tel. 426-1338, 636-1510
Spanish cuisine. Specialties include Gambas al Ajillo; Salpicao; Chorizo Frito; Paella, Cochinillo; Paella Negra; Snipe Bird Adobo Flakes; Lengua Estofada; Tortilla Paisana; Callos; Bacalao Especial; Tabla Casa Armas Especial; Gambas Al Ajillo; Calamares Fritos; and Croquetas de Pollo.
The Podium, Level 1, 18 ADB Avenue, Ortigas Center
Tel. 687-3665
International, Continental buffet priced at a reasonable fare, with a variety of options like Stuffed Turkey with cranberry sauce, Roast Beef and Baby Back Ribs, Sushi and Sashimi, Norwegian Salmon in various preparations, or New Zealand Lamb with mint jelly. Dads even has a salad bar to delight a vegetarian’s heart.
SM MegaMall, Level 4, Bridgeway, EDSA cor. Doña Julia Vargas
Tel. 636-3785
Chinese, Filipino Cuisine. Specialties include Hot Chicken and Prawn Salad, Suckling Pig, Dimsum, Noodles, Peking Duck, Taro Puffs, Fried Noodles, Wanton and Shark's Fin Soup.
Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Level 1 Streetscape Unit GD111, EDSA cor. Shaw Boulevard
Tel. 687-3913 to 15
HEAT offers an international buffet served throughout the day. A constant variety and the ever-changing choices in the breakfast, lunch and dinner menu bring guests an excellent sampling of Asian and Continental dishes and desserts.
EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Level 1, Ortigas Center
Tel. 633-8888 loc 2738, 2739
Mexicali is where the hungry satisfy their appetite with scrumptuous servings of Mexican meat and chicken meals cooked that Californian way. It is also where the healthy-minded delight in an all natural vegetarian menu and fresh Agua Fresca fruit juices.
SM MegaMall, Level 1, Building A, EDSA cor. Doña Julia Vargas
Tel. 635-6079
A vibrant Italian restaurant featuring an a la carte and antipasti buffet for lunch, and a diverse a la carte menu for dinner. Master Chef Massimo Pettinau prepares the classic favourites, innovative signature dishes, and a tempting Italian lunch buffet with antipasti, hot entrees and freshly made pasta.
EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mezzanine Tower Wing, Ortigas Center
Tel. 633-8888 loc 2922
Senju offers authentic Japanese cuisine in a modern, charming setting. The sushi bar, teppanyaki and robatayaki counters combine with the largest selection of sakes in Manila for a dining experience that brings bliss to the palate.
EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mezzanine Tower Wing, Ortigas Cente
Tel. 633-8888 loc 2738, 2739
Serving authenthic Thai Cuisine, Sukhothai isn’t just about great food, it’s about exploring Thai culture and history.
SM MegaMall, Level 1, Building A, EDSA cor. Doña Julia Vargas
Tel. 634-1738
Savor over 120 appetisers and entrees and more than 40 kinds of dim sum at Summer Palace. Known for authenticity, exceptional ambience and outstanding affordability, the restaurant is ideal for sampling and savouring Cantonese cuisine.
EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Mezzanine Tower Wing, Ortigas Center
Tel. 633-8888 loc 2927 to 28
This seafood specialty restaurant is consistently listed as one of Mandaluyong’s premier dining places. Ever since it opened its doors to the public, Via Mare has been in the list of must-dine places in both local and foreign travel publications.
Shangri-La Plaza Mall, Level 1 Streetscape Unit GD108, EDSA cor. Shaw Boulevard
Tel. 631-1506, 632-0350