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A Quick Guide To All The Must-Eats At Public Eatery

This Japanese subway-inspired food hall is the most exciting dining destination of the year!

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Ching Dee

<p><a href="https://www.tasteless.ph/" target="_blank">Tasteless Food Group’s</a> newest food hall, <a href="https://thepubliceatery.com/" target="_blank">Public Eatery</a>, has been open to the public since early 2023, but on October 12th, they finally formally launched 21 food stations on the 4th level of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/robinsonsmagnolia/" target="_blank">Robinsons Magnolia’s</a> new wing (which has gotten a lot more posh this year, by the way). </p><div><br/></div><p>Inspired by the Japanese subway system, Public Eatery is home to 21 food stations with chef-driven concepts, fun and quirky stalls, and even local and international franchises. Tasteless Food Group’s CEO Charles Paw (also of <a href="https://beyondthebox.ph/" target="_blank">Beyond the Box</a> and <a href="https://digitalwalker.ph/" target="_blank">Digital Walker</a>) shared that Public Eatery is part of the company’s series of food halls in Metro Manila, including <a href="https://thegridfoodmarket.com/" target="_blank">The Grid Food Market</a> at <a href="https://therockwellist.com/directory/power-plant-mall/" target="_blank">Power Plant Mall</a> and (the late but great) Hole in The Wall at Century City Mall, which revolutionized food courts into swankier foodie hubs.</p><div><br/></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/8bad59d0-4845-4739-9234-754b93060ac1_chef tatung at new york cubao.jpg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt=""/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">Chef Tatung at his stall, New York Cubao, one of the 21 chef-driven concepts<span id="isPasted" style="color:rgb(65, 65, 65);letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;white-space:normal;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;display:inline !important;float:none"><em> Ching Dee  </em></span></span></span></span></div><p>At Public Eatery, you can go on a food trip from Los Angeles to the Mediterranean to Japan and of course to the tropical islands of Thailand and the Philippines. While choosing from 21 food stations (and still growing, so we heard) could be overwhelming, here’s a quick guide to help you decide what to get from each stall. </p><div><br/></div><div class="article-content" itemProp="articleBody"><div class="media-content"><div class="slider-for"><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5fcfa833-2cbb-482e-adf4-967c361bf01d_2 landscape.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/1418595d-26d8-4f10-8986-7d12c8f4f70b_01 frnk frozen matcha with cereal cookie.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5428822c-56e2-42fc-ab95-956561ddb2a1_thomson.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f4e75285-64a3-4af1-94b9-7a2c5031ee4f_bad.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/994dc502-349d-4dce-bba0-b1562db2b8e6_04 seafood oyster bar oyster sisig.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/bb76a3e9-e1e3-4c23-960d-53a3b57bdc43_05 ono poke.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a5d4f050-b672-4cfc-aa6d-c847f740f888_06 bored and hungry og pinoy burger and ube halo-halo combo.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0b2c4753-3a8d-4711-90a1-d5bd7d655e61_07 bookoh.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/e018511e-6dbc-4ab8-82df-66f5d4f68bf1_08 and 09 inari sukiyaki.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7246dc8d-cc91-4150-9350-31c57f452837_10 le chon by happy ongpauco tiu.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/a39c314e-740e-4867-b1b8-abebef79e7bf_11 samyan.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ffd644e4-b1ce-48a1-a8a1-9938b5df640b_12 anyhow.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/f1753f87-1875-406f-8e85-c7a36c264d22_14 10 by tsukemen.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/cd34f83c-7a87-4761-923a-f36e50ac15a7_16 fabrique.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/776f5636-0706-4c37-954e-19b80dfa76f2_17 ok bob.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c1a02717-80f2-4aed-bfd5-6517f3a1e5c8_18 bev bar fruit iced teas.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/34995a0b-227d-42c9-80a3-d5a85c5bbdf0_19 new york cubao kwek fried chicken.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/ebd41b56-3979-47f7-876e-943fa32b861d_20 morse coffee tiramisu.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/fed527d5-9ed0-4978-9912-56d3e37e5891_21 merry moo peach mango crunch.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/5a33b89b-c65d-4d88-bc1d-d8ac22139dae_22 konbini karaage.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/e1206c1c-eb4c-4e4a-9b15-73b562368972_23 scout_s honor chocolate mallow cake.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div></div><div class="media-content slider-desc"><div class="item-desc"><div></div></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 1: FRNK - This chic milk bar now offers a completely 100% plant-based menu of craft milk, baked goods, and a new line of coffee-based beverages. Make sure to try their Maccha Lava and energy-boosting Maccha Banoffee.<cite>FRNK</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 2: Thomson Road - After a successful pop-up at The Grid Food Market, this Singaporean-Chinese restaurant from Alabang has moved to a more permanent home at Robinsons Magnolia. Chef Johanne Wee is the chef behind Thomson Road that’s famous for their signature Jumbo Shrimp Siomai, hearty Seafood Laksa, and hefty Butcher’s Claypot Rice.<cite>Thomson Road</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 3: Bad Bird - From Hole in the Wall to The Grid Food Market and now Public Eatery, this is Tasteless Food Group’s famous house of Umami Fried Chicken. Aside from their signature fried chicken, try their new Fried Chicken Sandwich, Fish and Chips, Chicken Tenders, and that addictively crispy Umami Fried Chicken Skin (comes in three spice levels: Safe, Spicy, Chemical) with their house-made aioli.<cite>Bad Bird</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 4: Seafood and Oyster Bar - Showcasing locally harvested fresh oysters from Aklan, Chef Sonny Mariano temporarily set aside his pastry chef’s hat to take helm at Seafood and Oyster Bar (SOB). The result went beyond every foodie’s wildest expectations. Aside from serving fresh oysters in all its glory, SOB also has baked oysters in unique flavors like Miso Custard, Creamed Spinach, Kaki Fry with Tartar Sauce, and Sisig Rice. SOB’s Oyster Sisig is also definitely a must-try!<cite>Seafood and Oyster Bar</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 5: Ono Poke - We never imagined we could get fresh Hawaiian poke bowls and other healthy eats from a food hall, but here we all are. For a fresh and filling meal, have the Spicy Tuna Crunch Bowl, Spam Musubi Bowl, and Pokechos.<cite>Ono Poke</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 6: Bored and Hungry  - This Los Angeles-born burger joint was named America’s Best Burger in 2022, the same year they officially opened their first Asian store at The Grid Food Market. Now, they’re in QC. Their specialty is their Bored OG Burger (with crispy smashed beef patties, cheese, caramelized onions, and a special Bored Sauce), but do not miss out on their OG Pinoy Burger with Vigan longganisa smashed patties, sunny side-up egg, house-made atchara (with a delightful crisp!), and banana-ketchup aioli.<cite>Bored and Hungry </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>STALL 7: Bookoh - Bookoh’s refreshing concoctions were crafted by Chef Natalia Moran, who is also the chef of Granivore, PizzaExpress, and Manila Inasal. Bookoh, as the name suggests, is the new place for fresh coconut drinks, shakes, and more. Check out their Coconut Cappuccino, Coconut Pandan Gula Melaka, and Ube Coconut Milk. <cite>Bookoh</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stalls 8 &amp; 9: Inari Sukiyaki - This unique sukiyaki bar (the first of its kind in Manila) specializes in personal Sukiyaki bowl sets that you can eat by the bar. This is the brainchild of husband-and-wife entrepreneurs Maxine and Rich Sanz (also of Ginza Gyu, Made in BKK, Butternut Bakery, Carlito’s Catering, and Bibingka Manila). This completely new concept ensures almost everything is a must-try if only for the sake of one’s adventurous taste buds.<cite>Inari Sukiyaki</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 10: Le Chon by Chef Happy Ongpauco-Tiu - This beloved stall from The Grid Food Market has now opened their second branch and it still offers their classic Filipino dishes — some with a subtle French flair — like Lechon Sisig, Angus Belly, and Lechon Tuna.<cite>Le Chon by Chef Happy Ongpauco-Tiu</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 11: Samyan - Ever had authentic Thai street food made by a Michelin-Starred chef? At Samyan, you can enjoy Thai dishes developed by Chef Thitid “Ton” Tassanakajohn, the chef behind Le Du (recipient of 1 Michelin Star and currently ranked No.1 of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants) and Nusara (currently ranked 3rd on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants). He even attended the grand launch and flipped a wok or two! Do not miss Samyan’s Crab Pad Thai, Crab Fried Rice, and Rad Na Mee!<cite>Samyan</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 12: Anyhow - What is a food hall without grilled meat? Chef Patrick Go’s Anyhow (witty, right?) serves grilled meat platters with flavors from all over the world. You can build your own platter with signature BBQ flavors like Pinoy Inasal, Hickory BBQ, and Miso Teriyaki. And yes, Chef Patrick Go is also the genius behind Your Local, Gochugang, and Dripp at The Grid Food Market.<cite>Anyhow</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 14: 10 by Tsukemen - An off-shoot of The Grid’s Tsukemen by Chef Noel Mauricio, this Public Eatery stall still carries Tsukemen’s signature Gyokai Tsukemen and ramen like the Tonkotsu Premium, but it also offers different kinds of Kushiyaki. Get the Roku Kushiyaki Platter with six different sticks so you can try ‘em all.<cite>10 by Tsukemen</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Stall 16: Fabrique - A food hall with French-quality viennoiserie?! Yes, you can find it at Fabrique by multi-awarded pastry wunderkind Kris Edison Tan (who also brought us Masa Madre Bakehouse). At Fabrique, get the Flan Parisienne, Matcha Croissant, Pork Floss Croissant, Rocher Croissant, and the Truffle Cheese Puff. <cite>Fabrique</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Anchor C: OK Bob - With Chef Jorge Mendez (award-winning omakase Mōdan, Ohayo Ramen and Maki Bar, and Byrd Tubs) and Chef Decker Gokioco (White Flower Tea House) at the helm, this Middle Eastern concept dishes out flavorful classics with a twist like the Hanging Kebab, Sisig Kebab, and Keema Pizza. OK Bob’s original post at The Grid Food Market is still up and running. <cite>OK Bob</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Anchor D: The Bev Bar &amp; The Crepe Bar - Chef Patrick Go donned his barista hat to create refreshing drinks for Public Eatery’s resident beverage station. Make sure to get the Speculoos Caramel Yogurt, The Bev Bar Scramble, and Choco Chocnut Shake. Also located at Anchor D is The Crepe Bar, which specializes in fully loaded crepe cones also by Chef Patrick Go.<cite>The Bev Bar</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Anchor F: New York Cubao - Celebrity chef, award-winning author, and prolific restaurateur Myke ‘Tatung’ Sarthou created New York Cuba for Filipino food with a quirky twist, like the Chori Burger, KFC (Kwek Fried Chicken), and Tocino Ribs.<cite>New York Cubao</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kiosk 2: Morse Coffee - This specialty coffee shop is a passion project by Austrian vlogger Mike Holaschke (‘Making It Happen’). Morse Coffee uses a blend of local Benguet beans and Ethiopian beans for unique coffee concoctions like The One with espresso, thick salted cream, and sea salt; Tiramisu, Flat White, and Dirty Chai Latte.<cite>Morse Coffee</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kiosk 3: Merry Moo - This homegrown artisanal ice cream shop offers their bestselling flavors like the Sea Salt Caramel, Cheesy Mamon, and Avocado as well as collaborations with premium Filipino brands like Auro Chocolates and Hizon’s (for a Mocha Cake ice cream).<cite>Merry Moo</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kiosk 4: Konbini Karaage - This is the perfect — and we mean PERFECT — movie house snack. Modeled after a Japanese convenience store, Konbini Karaage offers their signature crispy Karaage and Korokke OG, which you can get with your choice of flavor powder. Chef Gabriel Ong, the same chicken whisperer Bad Bird, Samyan, and Champion Hotpot heads Konbini Karaage.<cite>Konbini Karaage</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kiosk 5: Scout’s Honor  - We all know Scout’s Honor, but this kiosk version at Public Eatery only offers their best-selling cookies, cakes, and those addictive Platoon Chips (which you can literally get by the bucket). <cite>Scout’s Honor </cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/food/features/half-saints-teams-up-with-kitchenaid-in-rockwell-p/36473" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Half Saints Has The Prettiest, Limited-Time Pastries</a></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/food/restaurants/din-tai-fung-opens-in-uptown-parade-bgc/36463" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Din Tai Fung Opens Second Branch In BGC </a></div><p>If you don’t feel like going out, Public Eatery also offers delivery via <a href="https://thepubliceatery.com/" target="_blank">www.thepubliceatery.com</a>, GrabFood, and Foodpanda.</p><div><br/></div><div><em><a href="https://thepubliceatery.com/" target="_blank">Public Eatery</a> | FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/publiceateryph" target="_blank">@publiceateryph</a> | IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/publiceatery/" target="_blank">@publiceateryph</a> | 4/F New Wing, Robinsons Magnolia, Aurora Boulevard corner Doña Hemady Street, New Manila, Quezon City. </em></div>