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The 19 Essential Restaurants In San Juan 

Looking for the next foodie destination? San Juan is the place to be! 

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Ching Dee

<p>While it’s quite easy to get lost in the twisting and turning (and often hilly) streets of San Juan, it might just lead you to your next favorite foodie find! Here are just some of the gems waiting to be (re)discovered in the City of San Juan.<br/></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/1e281aa5-0f38-4bdb-b4d3-ee776d8dad08_2 landscape.jpeg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/b09d9f4d-7843-4236-8703-92e8b545a594_01 eat fresh_.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/d745b564-8b89-4964-b1be-03fad0eba358_02 gloria maris.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/3aa804be-3dc2-4e43-9ebb-6ca2f405f44d_03 choi garden.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/d8c7c23b-2340-44ed-a7a3-3ed938f50e13_04 suzhou_.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/00926e60-617a-4e89-9ca4-cad670a7a0a4_05 kanzhu noodles.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/4db3e98d-7299-45e3-9ab3-fe40136311a2_06 moon rabbit.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/53f51a4e-9b9a-477d-9fb2-420925c0c80c_07 yuujin.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7201e787-867c-48cc-bbc8-45706778ad82_08 cold storage.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/7de2cb68-2b88-4a56-b113-613033925f41_09 ichō.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/50233d5d-4604-4733-95de-11f614cade4e_10 kimpura.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/eb7fdf36-2844-49fb-b9cd-099abf560f80_11 tomo.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/cb2c7d90-2ebb-43fd-862d-a0118b16d0cb_12 tra vinh.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/78b1eedc-26c1-42f4-9f7c-1a80bbf7caeb_14 calderon.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/55303600-bc85-401c-adbd-0e1216165c0c_15 francescos.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/51e80041-450d-4d5f-9846-61112b30da01_16 cafe mabini.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/76142f82-0302-4df2-87c5-a1e304ec687f_17 flossom.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/acbc1bd8-848c-4cbb-be5c-6b121d8202c1_18 ricksha.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/c6e1601c-04cc-4338-abcb-df6b86c45938_19 bambu(1).jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii"/></div><div><img loading="lazy" src="https://assets-metrostyle.abs-cbn.com/prod/metrostyle/attachments/0454e907-1c88-4b5c-960d-9739fad43555_13 guevarras.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>Eat Fresh Hong Kong Famous Street Food  - The name is a mouthful to say, but just a little taste of their food will surely turn anyone into a fan. Their crispy HK-style noodles, Salted Egg Shrimp, and dim sum are must-tries. FB: @eatfreshsanjuan | 93 J. Abad Santos Street corner General Segundo Street, Brgy. Little Baguio.<cite>Eat Fresh Hong Kong Famous Street Food </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Gloria Maris  - Gloria Maris at the Promenade Greenhills area is a no-fail favorite when it comes to celebrations because of their sharing platters, whether it’s Peking duck, hakaw, the famous Two-Toned Seafood Almond Soup, steamed lobster, or fried salted egg crab. 02 8570 0921 | FB: @officialgloriamarisgh | IG: @gloriamarisgreenhills | MIssouri Street, Greenhills, San Juan.<cite>Gloria Maris </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Choi Garden  - Another Cantonese institution beloved almost by everyone for years, Choi Garden is famous for its sizzling Chinese-style beef ribs, hot and sour soup, salt and pepper spare ribs, suckling pig, sweet and sour pork, efu noodles, and steamed lapu-lapu. 02 8986 | FB: @choigardengreenhillspromenade | IG: @choigarden2020 | L1, Promenade Mall, Greenhills, San Juan.<cite>Choi Garden </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Suzhou Dimsum  - Another San Juan favorite frequented by foodies for their topnotch dim sum and dishes like steamed beef, mapo tofu, chicken feet, and beef broccoli.  0921 282 0144 | FB: @suzhoudimsumph | IG: @suzhoudimsumph | 837 A. Mabini Street corner Araullo Street, Mandaluyong City. <cite>Suzhou Dimsum </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kanzhu Hand-Pulled Noodles  - Famous for their noodle dishes like the A1 Braised Beef Noodles (both dry and noodle soup versions), Lamb Fried Noodles, Mixed Seafood Dry Noodles, and Yu Xiang Eggplant Dry Noodles. 0942 820 1052 or 02 8748 7910 | FB: @kanzhuhpn | IG: @kanzhuhpn | Citiplace Building, J. Abad Street, San Juan.<cite>Kanzhu Hand-Pulled Noodles </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Moon Rabbit Café &amp; Restaurant - Moon Rabbit Café &amp; Restaurant used to be a residential house before it became a hub for Asian flavors. Their best sellers include Crab Rice, Steamed Egg Custard, Ama’s Homemade Meatballs, and Hainanese-style White Chicken, Salted Egg Shrimp, and Walnut Soup.  0917 518 3785 | FB: @moonrabbit.mnl | IG: @moonrabbit.mnl | 2 Ledesma Street, San Juan, Metro Manila.<cite>Moon Rabbit Café &amp; Restaurant</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Yuujin Japanese Restaurant  - One of Wilson Street’s quiet staples. Go for their Yuujin-style Tenderloin Steak with stir-fried mungbean sprouts, Gyudon, Chahan, and Tori Kawayaki, their take on Japanese fried chicken. 02 8925 1155 | FB: @yuujin.official | IG: @yuujinjapcuisine | 221 Wilson Street, Greenhills, San Juan.<cite>Yuujin Japanese Restaurant </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Cold Storage - Right across Yuujin is Cold Storage Seafood’s recently renovated store. While it is a grocery store, those in the know are familiar with their made-to-order sushi and sashimi platters that aren’t just yummy but also a good bang for your buck. Highly recommending the California Maki, Unagi Sushi, and Salmon Sashimi. 0926 887 9800 | FB: @coldstoragesushi | IG: @coldstorageph | 216 Wilson Street, San Juan. <cite>Cold Storage </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Ichō Japanese Restaurant  - Another San Juan favorite because of their Seared Tuna, unique sushi and maki rolls like Soft Shell Crab Roll, Caterpillar Roll (with unagi/eel), Foie Gras Aburi Sushi, as well as an extensive Teppanyaki selection. 0917 134 6027 | FB: @ichojapaneseresto | IG: @ichojapaneseresto | 6 Annapolis Street, Greenhills, San Juan.<cite>Ichō Japanese Restaurant </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Kimpura  - For more than 50 years, Kimpura has been delighting customers with their own take on Japanese fare. Their best sellers are their Sukiyaki, Tempura, Gindara Teriyaki, and of course their Chahan or Japanese fried rice. 0956 459 1627 | FB: @kimpura.com.ph | IG: @kimpuraphilippines | O Square 2, Greenhills Shopping Center. <cite>Kimpura </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Tomo Japanese Dining  - Fans of Tomo Japanese Dining swear by their Maguro Teppanyaki, Salmon Head Teriyaki, Kaki Cheese Yaki, Unagi Fried Rice, Soft Shell Crab Tempura, and Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki. 0977 859 7622 | FB: @tomojapanesedining | IG: @tomo.japanese.dining | 137 Araullo Street, Addition Hills, San Juan.<cite>Tomo Japanese Dining </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Tra Vinh  - For those looking for Vietnamese food, look no further than Tra Vinh and try their Banh Xeo, Grilled Pork Chop and Rice, Combination Beef Pho with New Zealand Ribeye, BBQ Pork Noodle Spring Rolls, and of course Iced Chendol and Vietnamese Coffee. 0977 859 7622 | FB: @tomojapanesedining | IG: @tomo.japanese.dining | 137 Araullo Street, Addition Hills, San Juan.<cite>Tra Vinh </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Calderón Cocina Tapas y Bebidas - A favorite among many families in the area for their Paella Valenciana, Lengua con Setas, Cordero Adobado, Chicken Iberico (which must be ordered a few days ahead), and their Macadamia Sans Rival for dessert. 02 7238 2264 | FB: @calderontapas | IG: @calderontapas | 403 Calderon Street, San Juan.<cite>Calderón Cocina Tapas y Bebidas</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Francesco&#x27;s - For authentic Italian cuisine peppered with a few signature items tailored to the local palate, Francesco’s is a Mabini Street favorite for its brick-oven pizzas (try the Margherita and Parma Pizza), Osso Bucco, Branzino, Pulpo, authentic Carbonara, and Vongole Pasta. 02 8777 9777 | IG: @francescosph | 863 A. Mabini Street, San Juan.<cite>Francesco&#x27;s</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Café Mabini  - While at Francesco&#x27;s, take time to visit sister restaurant, Café Mabini, literally just next door. You&#x27;ll love their coffee, pastries, and delicious locally inspired brunch offers. 0917 144 4395 | IG: @cafemabiniph | 863 A Mabini Street, San Juan.<cite>Cafe Mabini </cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Flossom Kitchen + Cafe  - For IG-worthy food and interiors, head to Flossom Kitchen + Cafe and try their coffee-based beverages as well as signature brunch dishes like Truffle Egg Croissant, Salmon Eggs Benedict, and Creme Brûlée. FB: @flossomkitchencafe | IG:  @flossomkitchencafe | 187 N. Averilla Street, Brgy Santa Lucia, San Juan.<cite>Flossom Kitchen + Cafe</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Ricksha Streetside Tandoor - One of the more recent additions to San Juan is Ricksha Streetside Tandoor, which moved from Kapitolyo to their new spot near Greenhills Shopping Center in May 2023. Enjoy Indian classics like Mumbai’s Bhel Puri, Rogan Gosht, and of course Tandoori Chicken; and unique finds like Paneer Hara Tikka, Chai Negroni, and even wine pairing meals (imagine wines curated by sommelier and co-owner Pierre Addison paired with Indian food!). 0917 637 2113 | FB: @rickshashtreetside | IG: @rickshastreetsidetandoori | 6 MIssouri Street, Greenhills, San Juan.<cite>Ricksha Streetside Tandoor</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Bambu Dessert Drinks + Bambu Café - Another recent addition to the foodie neighborhood is Bambu Dessert Drinks + Bambu Café, a full-service restaurant which started as a local franchise of a Vietnamese Ché stall born in the US. The 42-seater restaurant at the newly built Mabini 180 served Vietnamese-American-Filipino comfort food, like Beef Pho Tacos, Vietnamese Shrimp Cocktail, Sweet/Savory Tapa, Lemongrass Beef Shortplate, Grilled Chicken Skewers, and of course all their signature Chè drinks! IG: @bambudessertsph | 180 A. Mabini Street, San Juan.<cite>Bambu Dessert Drinks + Bambu Café</cite></p></div><div class="item-desc"><p>Guevarra&#x27;s - If you want something more filling, go for San Juan’s number one buffet: Guevarra’s. Whether you’re looking for weekend breakfast or weekday lunch/dinner, Guevarra’s won’t let you down. Go for their signature Bellychon, Angus Beef Tapa, Beef Caldereta, Pancit Palabok, and their off-menu dessert Brigadeiros.  0917 311 2222 | FB: @guevarrasph | IG: @guevarrasph | 387 P. Guevarra Street, San Juan.<cite>Guevarra&#x27;s</cite></p></div></div></div></div><div><strong>Related Story: </strong><a href="/food/features/look-master-chef-jereme-leung-returns-to-conrad-ma/35932" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Master Chef Jereme Leung Returns To Conrad Manila </a></div><div><em>Lead photos: </em><em><a href="https://www.instagram.com/rickshastreetsidetandoor/" target="_blank">Ricksha Streetside Tandoor</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/francescosph/" target="_blank">Francesco&#x27;s</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/calderontapas/" target="_blank">Calderon</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/OfficialGloriaMarisGH" target="_blank">Gloria Maris</a> </em></div>