4. La La Fun Land

2F Wilson Square Building, 199 Wilson Street, Little Baguio, San Juan City
(02) 656 7613 | Facebook
Open every day from 11am to 10pm
Budget for two – P1,200

Spotting La La Fun Land can be quite a challenge, but for your belly’s sake, don’t give up. Just search for a sign on a building’s second floor, which radiates a good and delicious time. Don’t miss out on the Buttermilk Fried Chicken + Waffles, Buffalo Poppers and Hawaiian Loco Moco.

3. Oyasumi Ramen

308 P. Guevarra corner Seaview Street, Greater San Juan, San Juan City
(02) 275 0309 | Facebook
Open every day from 11am to 10:30pm
Budget for two – P1000

When it’s storming outside and going home seems impossible, a hot bowl of ramen is equivalent to a comforting hug. For that warm embrace, seek refuge at Oyasumi Ramen. They feature the Yokohama-style ramen, which is mainly tonkotsu-based. Their noodles are made fresh daily, and most of their ingredients are homemade. They even have flavored noodles if you want to further amp up the flavors.

Hailing from the streets of Yokohama—the Lekei Ramen is a great match to those looking for a traditional interpretation. For those who love spicy food, the Kara Miso will have you sweating. And if you’re looking for something extraordinary, the Truffle Ramen is sure to win your heart.

2. Dohtonbori

Cullinan Prime Building, 8 Missouri Street, Greenhills, San Juan City
(02) 570 2765 | Facebook | Website
Open every day from 11am to 10pm
Budget for two – P1,000

It’s about time the spotlight is put on Japan’s soul food: okonomiyaki. For first-timers, okonomiyaki is a savory pancake that’s filled with various ingredients like octopus, pork, shredded cabbage, and others of your choice. It’s grilled then topped with sweet-salty okonomiyaki sauce, seaweed flakes, bonito flakes and Japanese mayonnaise.

Okonomiyaki tastes amazing as it is, but expect an even greater experience after cooking it yourself. You’ll have so much fun learning how to make it just how you like it. Dohtonbori isn’t limited to okonomiyaki, though. You can also enjoy great ramen, yakisoba, sukiyaki, and many other Japanese favorites here.

1. Yuujin

221 Wilson Street, Greenhills, San Juan City
(02) 706 0626, (02) 925 1155 | Facebook
Open every day from 11am to 3pm, 5:30pm to 11pm
Budget for two – P1,100

Here’s an underrated Japanese restaurant that you ought to try. Yuujin has been around since 2012, yet it remains obscure and, more importantly, excellent. From the outside, Yuujin seems like a simple house converted into a casual Japanese restaurant. Once you step inside and try their food, though, you’ll be greeted with pleasant surprises.

Ambiance is homey, service is wonderful and food is consistently scrumptious. Get your fill of teppan, sushi, tempura and all your other Japanese favorites.

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