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Sunday Family Brunch at Denny’s Estancia Mall

After attending Sunday mass, our family always looks forward to a hearty meal in a comfortable setting. One particular weekend, we decided to try Denny’s at Estancia Mall, a choice that perfectly fit our needs for good food and a cozy atmosphere.

A Brief History of Denny’s

Denny’s, originally opened as Danny’s Donuts in Lakewood, California, has grown from a small coffee shop into a global diner chain known for its 24/7 service. Founded in 1953 by Harold Butler and Richard Jezak, the restaurant was built on a promise to serve the best coffee, donuts, and service around the clock. Over time, Danny’s Donuts evolved into Denny’s, with over 1,700 locations worldwide. The brand’s reputation for always being open and ready to serve meals at any time of day has made it a go-to spot for diners across the globe.

In the Philippines, Denny’s has expanded its presence under The Bistro Group, a company known for bringing popular international casual dining brands to the country. With its consistent quality, Denny’s has become a favorite for those seeking a taste of American diner classics.

Convenient Location and Welcoming Ambiance

Denny’s Estancia Mall branch is conveniently located on the ground floor of the mall’s East Wing, making it an easy stop for families, especially on Sundays. The location is particularly appealing to the post-church crowd, who often look for a place to gather for lunch or brunch after mass.

The restaurant’s interiors reflect the classic Denny’s vibe, blending a retro diner feel with modern elements. Spacious booths, comfortable chairs, and well-spaced tables provide a relaxed environment for diners. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere during the day. The warm color palette, combined with modern artwork, adds to the overall 1950s diner ambiance, making it an inviting place to enjoy a leisurely meal.

A Family Feast at Denny’s

Our Sunday brunch at Denny’s Estancia Mall did not disappoint. With a menu that caters to all ages, each member of the family found something to enjoy.

First off, we got started on the complementary appetizers that consisted of crackers served with a tangy dip while we waited for our orders.

My son opted for Mom’s Spaghetti (Php295), a saucy pasta dish made with sweet and meaty spaghetti sauce, served with a side of garlic toast. The generous portion and rich flavors made it an instant hit.

To complement his meal, he ordered a Chocolate Milkshake (Php260). Made with premium chocolate ice cream and topped with whipped cream, the milkshake was creamy, indulgent, and everything a chocolate lover could hope for.

My daughter chose the Banana Hazelnut Waffle (Php275), a delightful combination of a classic waffle topped with banana slices, chocolate hazelnut spread, and zesty cream. The waffle was light and crisp, and the toppings added just the right amount of sweetness, making it a perfect choice for her.

My husband, a fan of hearty breakfasts, went for the All-American Slam (Php525). This dish included scrambled eggs with cheddar cheese, bacon strips, sausage, toast, hash browns, and seasonal fruits. The variety on his plate ensured that he had a bit of everything, from savory to sweet.

As for me, I decided on Grammy’s Kitchen Tenders (Php375). The buttermilk chicken tenders were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with a side of honey mustard dressing, microgreens, and French fries. The dish was satisfying and flavorful, offering a nice balance of textures and tastes.

What Makes Denny’s Stand Out

Denny’s is more than just a place to grab a meal; it’s a diner that prides itself on consistency and comfort. What sets Denny’s apart is its ability to cater to a wide range of diners, from those looking for a quick bite to families wanting to enjoy a relaxed, unhurried meal together. The 24/7 service offered at some locations is a testament to the brand’s commitment to being there for its customers whenever hunger strikes.

At the Estancia Mall branch, the family-friendly environment, combined with a diverse menu that has something for everyone, makes it an excellent choice for weekend brunches. The quality of food, the comfortable setting, and the welcoming service all contribute to a dining experience that feels both familiar and special.

Final Thoughts

Denny’s at Estancia Mall was quite a great choice for my family’s Sunday brunch. Its convenient location, inviting ambiance, and satisfying menu offerings make it an ideal destination for families looking to enjoy a delicious meal together. If you’re in the area and in need of a place to relax and refuel, Denny’s Estancia Mall might just be the perfect spot for your next family outing.

This Denny’s branch is located at the Ground Floor, East Wing, Estancia Mall, Capitol Commons, 1605 Meralco Avenue, Barangay Oranbo, Pasig City, open Mondays to Thursdays from 7am to 9pm and Fridays to Sundays from 7am to 10pm. For inquiries and reservations, contact +63 917 5245058.

Know more about its menu and offers by visiting its website or following it on Facebook and Instagram.

Check out my previous posts about Denny’s:

Holiday Get-together with Friends at Denny’s BGC

#TheBistroGroup Trinoma Food Crawl: Denny’s

Renowned writer Robert A. Heinlein once said “One should not attend even the end of the world without a good breakfast.”

I can definitely agree: breakfast fuels you at the start of the day, readying you for all the challenges you will face from then on.

And where do we go to get a tasty and nourishing breakfast, in the morning or any time of the day?

Denny’s, of course!

The first stop of an epic food crawl that my foodie friends and I undertook at the Trinoma Mall, Denny’s whetted our appetites for a satisfying day of eating.

Denny’s is known as America’s diner. It started in the 1950s as a donut stand called Danny’s Donuts. Since then, it has evolved into a global restaurant chain with 1700 locations, as well as adopted a slightly changed name.

In the Philippines, it is one of the restaurants managed by The Bistro Group, a collection of international and local hospitality brands.

In response to the need of the times, The Bistro Group has instituted safety protocols for safe dining-in at its restaurants. These include: regular health checks for all its personnel, compliance of all outdoor and indoor seating to physical distancing guidelines, hand sanitizers available at the entrance and on every table, as well as contactless menu ordering and payment.

These protocols require diners to submit to temperature checks, provide contact tracing details and using the hand sanitizers and sanitation mats prior to entering the restaurant premises, as well as wearing their personal protective equipment (PPEs) while inside. Would-be diners who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms or have been exposed to people who do, have underlying health conditions or have concerns about contracting the disease when dining out are advised to stay home and avail of the restaurant’s contactless delivery options.

With these measures in place, diners can just focus their attention to the hearty and flavorful dishes that Denny’s offers, such as:

Denny’s Share for All (Php695). A filling collection of appetizers such as pancake puppies, quesadilla, chicken fingers and fries served with ranch dressing, honey mustard and caramel sauce.

Lumberjack Slam (Php675). Two buttermilk pancakes, a slice of grilled ham, two bacon strips and two sausages. Thanks to Denny’s BOGO (Buy One Get One) Everyday deal, you get a free Garlic Smoked Bangus with your order of the Lumberjack Slam.

Filipino Breakfast Platter (Php1,395). Good for sharing by up to three persons, this is a smorgasboard of home-grown flavors which include bangus belly, crispy pork, sausage, eggplant, saba and side veggies accompanied by three pieces of pancakes.

Fill up on your brekkie faves and enjoy great savings with these great offers:

Buy One Get One Everyday: 15pc Wing Basket + All-Time Breakfast (Php395), Lumberjack Slam + Garlic Smoked Bangus (Php675), Any Ribs Dish + Fried Chicken & Waffle (Php395)
Bundles: 4 pcs pancakes + 4 pcs waffles + 6 pcs wings (Php795), 2 pcs pork belly + 2 pcs Denny’s Fried Chicken + Rice (Php795)

If you’ve got a monster-sized appetite or a major craving for breakfast food, head on to Denny’s!

You can also get great savings with the BFF Card, The Bistro Group’s loyalty program that gives members exclusive perks across 15 restaurant brands such as:

30% off on Mondays
20% off on Tueadays
Complimentary coffee or hot tea single-serve with entree purchase
Online seats reservation
Six Php250 e-vouchers with minimum purchase of Php1,000 per voucher

This Denny’s branch is located at Fourth Floor, Trinoma Mall, Bagong Pag-Asa, Quezon City, open Mondays to Thursdays from 11am to 8pm and Fridays to Sundays from 10am to 9pm. For inquiries and reservations, call +63 2 77723371 or +63 905 3713998.

Other branches are located at:

Ground Floor, Eastwood Mall, Libis, Quezon City
Ground Floor, Venice Grand Canal, McKinley Hill, Taguig City
Ground Floor, Uptown Parade, 9th Avenue Corner 38th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Second Floor, Ayala North Exchange, Ayala Avenue Corner Amorsolo Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City
Ground Floor, Midtown Wing, Robinsons Place Manila, Ermita, Manila
Ground Floor, AllHome, C-5 Road Extension, Manuyo, Las Piñas City

Denny’s delivers via GrabFood and FoodPanda.

Check out my posts about other restos of The Bistro Group:

Feasts for the Man of the Hour from The Bistro Group

Dad can’t say no to meaty, fall-off-the-bone ribs and steaks any time of the year, especially on his special day this Sunday, June 21. Treat him to the delicious goodness of juicy, luscious steaks and slow-cooked, tender ribs that are perfectly glazed, they glisten!

At TGIFridays, Italianni’s and Denny’s, place an order of their bestselling ribs and take home another one for FREE at the following select branches:

ITALIANNI’S Bonifacio High Street, Ayala North Exchange, Greenbelt 2, Glorietta 4, Eastwood City, Evia Lifestyle Center, Alabang Town Center, Midtown and Vista Mall Sta. Rosa Dine-in store hours are from 11am to 6pm

TGIFRIDAY’S at Bonifacio High Street, Alabang Town Center, SM Mall of Asia, Glorietta 3 and Evia Lifestyle Center. Dine-in store hours are from 11am to 6:30pm

DENNY’S at Uptown Parade, Midtown, Eastwood City and Vista Mall Sta. Rosa. Dine-in store hours are from 8am to 8pm

Meanwhile, steak-loving Dads will be happy to sink their teeth into Texas Roadhouse’s legeandary Ft. Worth 10 oz Ribeye Steak, an order of which entitles guests to half ribs for FREE to take home.

Dads who are partial to Asian cuisine will love the dishes of Watami and Modern Shanghai. As a Father’s Day treat, order Xiao Long Bao at Modern Shanghai and get one FREE to go. At Watami, an order of Tokyo Beef Rice Bowl entitles guests to another one FREE to go.

At Buffalo Wild Wings, Buy 1 Get 1 Platter 2 (Liempo, Ribs, Traditional Wings and Rice) available for Take-Out/Delivery only at these branches inside Denny’s Vista and Uptown, BGC.

Of course, there are a lot more on the menu, so get ahead and spoil Dad!

Promo details and images provided by The Bistro Group in a recent press release.

Mother’s Day offers from The Bistro Group

It’s that time of the year again when we honor and celebrate motherhood and the mothers in our family!

While in ECQ, we can still make this day special for moms by sharing meals together and bonding over good food and wonderful conversation.

All of these are available for curbside pick-up, take out orders and delivery via Grab at the specified branches.

TGI FRIDAYS

Give Mom that Fridays feeling and enjoy its Family Meal comprised of comforting, hearty favorites – Chicken Fingers, Liempo, Mozzarella plus complimentary nachos for P995 (from P1,420).

TGI Friday’s Bonifacio High Street
8856-2997 | 0995-481-4847

ITALIANNI’S

Treat mom to Italian-American classics.

Choose from two Mother’s Day Pizza and Pasta Combos (Better yet, why not have both, instead?)

You can opt for the decadent Truffle and Chicken Mushroom Pasta and the healthy and sumptuous Margherita Pizza plus complimentary Focaccia and Tuscan Rolls. An order is good for 3 persons for P999 (from P1,345).

Or the tomato-based Spaghetti Bolognese and the Pizza Tropicale plus complimentary Focaccia and Tuscan Rolls. An order is good for 3 persons for P999 (from P1,365).

Italianni’s Bonifacio High Street
0916-461-2182 | 0977-628-4515

Italianni’s Greenbelt
0995-095-1002/0961-7560728

BUFFALO WILD WINGS

Wow Mom at Home with two Buffalo Wild Wings’ Mother’s Day Offers:

Award-winning, handspun Wings and Sliders that can be shared by 3 persons for P999 (from P1,220).

Then there’s the MVP Platter for 3 to 4 persons. It has the meaty goodness of traditional wings with your choice of sauce or dry rub, honey bbq ribs and grilled pork belly and served with rice, also for P999 (from P1,695).

Buffalo Wild Wings Uptown Parade, Taguig City
(8625-6361/ 0917-629-4442)

EL POLLO LOCO

Have a Fire-Grilled Day with Mom courtesy of El Pollo Loco. Your family will love to dig into eight pieces of juicy, slow-cooked citrusy chicken plus 4 sides (P945). A fun way to celebrate with people you love while safely at home.

El Pollo Loco
Inside Italianni’s Bonifacio High Street
(8856-3890/0935-860-4544)

DENNY’S

Mom can enjoy some of the dishes on Denny’s slammin’ menu such as The Original Grand Slam (- fluffy buttermilk pancakes, eggs, bacon strips and sausages); All-American Slam (eggs, bacon, sausages and toasted bread) and the Waffle Slam (waffle, eggs and bacon) for lunch, breakfast or dinner. All these for P999 (from P1,215)

Denny’s Eastwood
7720-9337 | 0919-604-6366
Denny’s Robinsons Manila
7234-3132 | 0927-392 0798
Denny’s Uptown Parade
8625-6361/0927-392-4442

Promo details and images provided by The Bistro Group in a recent press release.

Header photo created by tirachardz – www.freepik.com

The Bistro Group’s Twosome Thursdays!

BUY ONE-GET ONE AT ANY BISTRO RESTAURANT EVERY THURSDAY FROM JANUARY 30 TO APRIL 2, 2020!

Whether you’re looking for a nice casual dinner or planning something delicious to bring home, it will be twice the goodness with The Bistro Group’s “Twosome Thursdays” promo which is available every Thursday at all Bistro Group restaurants!

From January 30 to April 2, Buy One Get One pizzas from Italianni’s, dimsum from Modern Shanghai, sushi from Watami and Bibimbap from Bulgogi Brothers.

You may also choose among the Buy One-Get One Baby Back Ribs at TGIFridays, burgers at Hard Rock Café and Denny’s, 10 oz ribeye steak at Texas Roadhouse, Fish & Chips at Fish & Co., wings at Buffalo Wild Wings, and the Seafood Platter at Red Lobster!

The Bistro’s Twosome Thursdays promo is valid for dine-in or take out only and with a limit of up to three availments per table, per visit. The free item will be the one with equal or lesser value. Make your Thursdays more exciting at your favorite Bistro Restaurants!

(The promo cannot be combined with discounts and vouchers including 20% Senior Citizen or PWD discount.)

Promo details and product images provided by The Bistro Group in a recent press release.