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MITA Kitchen + Cafe Molito Alabang

<div><strong>Need to know </strong></div><p><strong>Location: </strong>2/F Molito Lifestyle Center, New Wing, Alabang, Muntinlupa City</p><p><strong>Cuisine:</strong> Euro-Asian flavors with dishes you can enjoy from brunch to late dinner</p><p><strong>Best for: </strong>Exploring flavors from day to night</p><p><strong>Must-try dishes: </strong>Truffle Smoked Salmon; Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi with Foie Gras Duxelles; Quezo de Bola Cheesecake</p><p><strong>Pro tip: </strong>Pair MITA’s Quezo de Bola Cheesecake with their Paloma de Mita for the perfect sweet-and-citrusy finish to your meal!</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760404546526Mita  -216.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">MITA Kitchen + Lounge—your next culinary destination in the south!</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p>Alabang’s dining scene just got a stylish new addition. Recently, <strong>MITA Kitchen + Lounge</strong> opened its doors at the <strong>Molito Lifestyle Center</strong>, introducing a chef-driven concept that blends Euro-Asian flavors with an atmosphere that evolves seamlessly from brunch to late-night cocktails.</p><p>The new outpost marks a fresh chapter for the brand, which first gained a loyal following with its café-inspired branch in BF Homes. While the BF location has become known for its neighborhood charm and coffee culture, Molito’s MITA Kitchen + Lounge sets the stage for a more elevated, chef-led experience.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760404588206uni on toast PHP220.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Delicious, elevated comfort food for all</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>A Chef’s Global Perspective</strong></div><p>At the heart of MITA is <strong>Chef Marco Legasto</strong>, whose two decades of culinary experience across the Philippines and Southeast Asia have shaped the restaurant’s bold yet approachable menu. Having helmed kitchens such as Prime101 and Le Gastro, and even serving as Guest Chef for the Philippine Embassy in Malaysia, Chef Marco brings an international lens to his craft.</p><p>For MITA, he created a collection of Euro-Asian plates designed to tell a complete dining story—refined mains, playful share plates, and inventive pairings with cocktails and specialty coffee. “We wanted the food to feel elevated but never intimidating,” Chef Marco shares. “Every dish was chosen not just for taste, but to create a narrative that unfolds as you explore the menu.”</p><p>Highlights include the<strong> Truffle Smoked Salmon Roll</strong> with house-smoked salmon, truffle cheese, caviar, and truffle honey on brioche; <strong>MITA’s Signature Steak</strong> with bone marrow foie gras butter; <strong>Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi</strong> with mushroom foie gras duxelles; and the <strong>Quezo de Bola Cheesecake</strong>, a rich yet delicately balanced dessert. On the drinks side, cocktails like the zesty <strong>Mita’s Mojito</strong> and the herb-forward <strong>Last Word</strong> set the tone for leisurely evenings.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760404614209Mita  Interiors -80.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">MITA Kitchen + Lounge is located at the 2/F of the new wing at MITA in Molito, Alabang</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>Where Design Meets Dining</strong></div><p>The interiors, designed by <strong>Zero One Design</strong> under <strong>Isa Pulvinar</strong>, mirror the restaurant’s philosophy of balance. Modern refinement blends with warmth through earthy textures, terracotta tiles, rattan-inspired lighting, and layered illumination that shifts effortlessly from sunny brunches to moody dinners.</p><p>A centerpiece bar serves as both a functional hub and visual anchor, while woven pendant lights and cascading shell chandeliers add a touch of drama. The space, with its playful furniture and textured walls, encourages guests to linger—whether over coffee, cocktails, or a long, indulgent dinner.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760404638568Mita  Interiors -19.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Modern refinement blends with warmth</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div><strong>More Than a Restaurant</strong></div><p>Beyond the food and interiors, MITA Kitchen + Lounge positions itself as a destination for curated experiences. Guests can look forward to chef collaborations, special tasting menus, wine-pairing classes, weekend DJs, and cocktail takeovers—ensuring each visit feels distinct and memorable.</p><p>For founders <strong>Rodney and Nikki Ynchausti</strong>, this new branch represents an evolution of the brand. “BF will always be about the comfort of a neighborhood café, but Molito lets us explore a chef-driven lounge concept. It’s a new chapter, but our commitment to coffee remains a pillar of the MITA experience,” Nikki explains.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760404672987Mita  -242.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Care for a drink or two?</span></span></span></div><div style="text-align:center"><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded" style="width:700px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1760404704968Sea salt latte PHP200.jpg" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib fr-rounded"/><span class="fr-inner">Get your caffeine fix at MITA</span></span></span></div><div><strong>Redefining Dining in the South</strong></div><p>With its refined Euro-Asian menu, day-to-night ambiance, and dynamic programming, MITA Kitchen + Lounge reimagines dining for Alabang’s discerning crowd. It’s a place to savor, linger, and discover something new—whether over brunch with friends or cocktails late into the night.</p><p><em>MITA Kitchen + Lounge is located at Molito Lifestyle Center’s New Wing, Alabang. For updates, follow MITA on Instagram </em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/mitakitchenxcafe/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>@mitakitchenxcafe</em></a>.</p>

<p>The new outpost marks a fresh chapter for the brand, which first gained a loyal following with its café-inspired branch in BF Homes</p>

The new outpost marks a fresh chapter for the brand, which first gained a loyal following with its café-inspired branch in BF Homes

MITA Kitchen + Lounge Brings Euro-Asian Dining Flair to Molito

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MITA Kitchen + Lounge Brings Euro-Asian Dining Flair to Molito

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Published Oct 14, 2025 12:00 PM PHT

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Updated Oct 14, 2025 12:14 PM PHT

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