From Michelin-starred stalls to Instagenic themed cafés, we’re expecting an exciting bunch of international franchises to come to our shores very, very soon. Time to prepare our hearts and tummies for future feasting! Which of these are you waiting to try?
%Arabica Coffee
Opening soon in W Global Center, 9th Avenue Corner 30th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
One of Kyoto’s most famous cafés is what we’ll be dreaming of for days until it opens. It’s easy to fall in love with %Arabica’s minimalist interiors and even more so with their self-grown coffee beans that they roast on the spot. They only have three branches in Japan, plus a few others in Kuwait, U.A.E and Hong Kong, so they’re accustomed to long lines of people queueing up to try their brews.
They’ve already confirmed through their official Instagram account that their Philippine branch is under way, so all we have to do is wait!
Tsuta Ramen
Joining the vast number of ramen joints we have in the city is the world’s first and only Michelin-starred Tsuta Ramen house. It specializes in soba noodles and is known for its trademark dish, the Shoyu Soba that delivers a deep umami experience that will linger in your taste buds. There’s no word yet of the opening date and where they plan to set up shop in the Philippines but it’s surely going to make headlines across social media.
Mazendo
Opening soon in S Maison, Conrad Manila, Seaside Blvd., Pasay City
Also arriving is Mazendo, a restaurant offering Taiwanese comfort food including its best-selling Taiwanese Beef Noodles. They make their noodles fresh every day and are made thinly to better absorb its broth. But what we should watch out for are the dishes made exclusively for us in the Philippines once they open!
Hawker Chan
Tsuta Ramen isn’t the only Michelin-starred franchise arriving here. We’re also expecting Singapore’s Hawker Chan to bring to us its famous Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice, the cheapest dish to ever be awarded a Michelin star. No final details yet on when and where we can have our fill of this, but it’s something to look forward to.
Tsujiri
Opening soon in S Maison, Conrad Manila, Seaside Blvd., Pasay City
We’re gonna go matcha mad over this green tea house from Kyoto! Tsujiri offers a wide range of sweets and treats, from matcha lattes and ice cream floats to shaved ice and cakes. Let’s hope they bring in their full menu when they open at S Maison! Follow their official Instagram account for their local branch here.
Roll’d
Opening soon in Uptown Place Mall, 36th Street Corner 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Vitenamese? Yes please! This Australian franchise will let us experience the flavors of fresh, homemade Vietnamese street food with a modern twist. Are you ready to have your fill of pho, banh mi, rice paper rolls, and more? Follow their official Instagram account here!
TOMS Café
Opening soon in UP Town Center, Katipunan Avenue, Diliman, Quezon City
It doesn’t come as a surprise now when clothes and accessories stores open its own separate coffee shop under its brand name, but we’re still curious about how the soon-to-open TOMS Café will be like. One thing’s certain, though: we’re expecting comfort and a trendy vibe in the shop, just like how TOMS shoes are. Follow their official Instagram account here.
Hello Kitty Café
Opening soon in Uptown Place Mall, 36th Street Corner 9th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
After a number of pop-up stores opening around the Metro, Hello Kitty Café is finally settling down in a spot at Uptown Mall. We can look forward to the same treats as from before, including donuts, cakes and coffee! It’s going to open really soon so watch out for that!
Which of these are you most excited for? Tell us all about it below!
All items were curated from Booky.
