The Best of Both Worlds: Korean and Japanese BBQ at Yoshimeatsu, Maginhawa

Looking for a place where Korean samgyupsal meets Japanese yakiniku, all in one sizzling experience? Look no further than Yoshimeatsu, a Korean and Japanese BBQ restaurant situated in the vibrant Maginhawa Street. This culinary haven is a prime destination for food lovers seeking a flavorful treat that marries the unique grilling traditions of Korea and Japan.

And being staunch lovers of good food and good time, my family and I celebrated my kuya’s birthday here.

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

Exploring Korean Samgyupsal and Japanese Yakiniku

Korean samgyupsal and Japanese yakiniku, while both being East Asian BBQ styles, offer distinct flavors and cooking techniques. Korean samgyupsal typically involves grilling a variety of meats, particularly pork belly, with an array of accompanying side dishes. On the other hand, Japanese yakiniku often includes beef cuts and is characterized by a focus on marinating the meats in savory sauces.

Yoshimeatsu brings the best of both worlds to your table. The fusion of these two distinct styles creates an enticing experience where the bold flavors of Korean spices harmonize with the delicate taste of Japanese marinades.

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

Unlimited BBQ Feast at Yoshimeatsu

For just Php599 per person, Yoshimeatsu offers an unlimited BBQ feast that will leave your taste buds delighted and your cravings satisfied. Indulge in an array of grilling options, including plain and marinated beef, chicken yakitori with various flavors, and pork selections that range from herbed to spicy. The offerings extend beyond meats, featuring delectable items like Sakana tofu, seafood cheeseball, and enoki beef rolls for a truly diverse BBQ experience.

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

To complement your grilling adventure, Yoshimeatsu offers an assortment of side dishes such as gohan, buttered kimchi rice, and classic karaage. Dive into the flavors of ebi tempura, kani salad, and a variety of maki rolls. And don’t forget to try its rich and comforting miso soup and kimchi to add a perfect balance of flavors to your meal.

For a refreshing touch, you can add unlimited iced tea and calamansi juice for just Php49 per person, enhancing your dining experience at Yoshimeatsu.

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

Convenient Online Menu and Ordering System

Yoshimeatsu ensures a hassle-free dining experience by incorporating an efficient online menu and ordering system. Each table is equipped with a QR code that provides easy access to its extensive menu. Guests can conveniently place its orders for refills through this digital interface, ensuring a seamless dining process and allowing more time to relish the delightful meal.

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

Special Promotions: 7+1 Promo at Yoshimeatsu

As if the delightful spread at Yoshimeatsu isn’t tempting enough, they sweeten the deal with its 7+1 promo. For every seven full-paying adults in your group, the eighth person gets to savor this delicious feast for free. It’s an enticing offer that makes dining at Yoshimeatsu not only delightful for the fam but also budget-friendly.

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

Indulging at Yoshimeatsu: A Flavorful Journey

Yoshimeatsu provides more than just a BBQ experience—it’s a flavorful journey that combines the best of Korean and Japanese grilling traditions. The welcoming ambiance, the tantalizing aroma of grilled meats, and the delightful variety of flavors make Yoshimeatsu a go-to destination for BBQ enthusiasts and families alike.

So, why wait? Gather your family and friends, head over to Yoshimeatsu, and indulge in the delectably #YEAHkiniku fusion of Korean and Japanese BBQ. Yoshimeatsu awaits to make your dining experience a sizzling success!

Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu
Yoshimeatsu

This Yoshimeatsu branch is located at Maginhawa Suites, 99 Maginhawa Street, Teacher’s Village East, Diliman, Quezon City, open Mondays to Thursdays from 11am to 11pm and Fridays to Sundays from 11am to 12 midnight. For inquiries and reservations, call +63 961 8803880.

Know more about its offers by following Yoshimeatsu on Facebook and Instagram.

Check out my previous post about Yoshimeatsu:

Taiwanese Culinary Bliss at Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

Are you on the hunt for a taste of authentic Taiwanese cuisine that will leave your taste buds singing? Well, look no further than Din Tai Fung. This award-winning Taiwanese restaurant, renowned for its exquisite Xiaolongbao, has found its way to the heart of the Philippines, and it’s not just a restaurant – it’s an experience!

The Moment Group brought the magic of Din Tai Fung to the Philippines in 2015, opening its first branch at the ever-vibrant SM Megamall. Since then, this food haven has expanded to other locations, including BGC, Power Plant Mall, Greenbelt 3, SM North EDSA and SM Mall of Asia, delighting the metro’s foodies.

During a recent shopping trip with my Hubby and son at SM Megamall, we treated ourselves to a Taiwanese feast for lunch at Din Tai Fung.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
The Meaning Behind the Name

Ever wondered about the meaning behind Din Tai Fung’s name? Each character holds significance that aligns perfectly with the restaurant’s vision. “鼎” (Din) stands for Wok, symbolizing the traditional cooking method used to create some of their delectable dishes. “泰” (Tai) represents Peace, and that’s exactly what you’ll find at Din Tai Fung – a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere for you to indulge in Taiwanese goodness. Finally, “豐” (Fung) stands for Abundance, promising a dining experience that leaves you fully satisfied and wanting more.

The Concept and Ambiance

Similar to other Din Tai Fung restaurants, the ambiance of its SM branch is marked by simplicity and understated charm.

While waiting for our table, we watched the expert chefs busily crafting the dimsum and rolling noodles from scratch.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

The newly renovated interiors feature light wood walls elegantly adorned with LED screens and anime-style posters, minimalist wooden tables and chairs, and a relaxed dress code which set the stage for a laid-back yet elegant dining experience.

Whether you’re here with friends, family, or just treating yourself, Din Tai Fung promises an atmosphere that allows you to focus on what truly matters – the food.

Efficient Ordering, Serving, and Payment Process

One of the most unique aspects of dining at Din Tai Fung is the efficient and interactive ordering process. As my Hubby, son, and I settled into our seats, we were handed a clipboard with a list of mouthwatering dishes. Excited to explore the menu, we ticked off the dishes we craved, specifying the serving size and quantity we desired. Our choices were swiftly logged into the restaurant’s system, and a printed list was posted on our table to guide the servers in delivering the dishes we ordered.

After our meal, we settled our bill at the counter where payments via cash, credit or debit cards, Maya e-wallet are accepted.

The Mouthwatering Taiwanese Feast

Our lunch feast at Din Tai Fung was a combination of our all-time Taiwanese food faves as well as new dishes we wanted to try. The resulting symphony of flavors whisked us away to the streets of Taiwan.

Din Tai Fung’s iconic Pork Xiao Long Bao (Php375) are delicate parcels of heaven. Thanks to a visual guide shown by the wait staff, we were able to savor the full experience of eating our xiao long bao. This involved dipping our dumpling in a sauce made with made with ginger slivers, soy sauce and vinegar, placing it on a spoon and poking a small home into to release the broth, and then gently biting into it to get the full flavor explosion from the soup and the luscious pork filling.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

Hubby couldn’t resist the Hot Sour Soup (Php215). The tangy, spicy, and savory broth filled with vegetables and tofu warmed him up for the rest of the meal.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

Apparently, I also couldn’t resist the temptation of the Pork Roasted Garlic Bun (Php175), thanks to the rich, savory flavor of its pork, garlic, and scallions filling combined with the fluffy, steamed bun.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

The Shrimp Shao Mai (Php255), on the other hand, is a treat to the eyes and tastebuds, thanks to its delicate wrapper and the sweetness of shrimp mingled with pork and mushrooms.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

To balance our indulgence, we savored the Organic Spinach (Php285), lightly stir-fried with garlic and scallions. This simple yet delightful dish was a refreshing break, adding a dose of health to our feast.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

The Salted Egg Squid (Php465), made with crispy, tender squid slices coated in a salty, savory egg batter, is an old favorite that we can always go for.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

The 3 Cups Chicken (Php305), on the other hand, was a delicious viand cooked to perfection in a soy sauce, ginger, and scallion sauce; the chicken was tender and juicy, complemented by the rich sauce.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

Of course, we couldn’t skip the Shrimp Fried Rice (Php275), a delightful combination of shrimp, chicken, and vegetables tossed in a fragrant soy sauce, ginger, and scallion base. The crispy rice and the medley of flavors complemented the other dishes in our meal.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

Din Tai Fung at SM Megamall is quite worth a visit, with every dish is crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail. The ambiance is inviting, the service impeccable, and the flavors unforgettable.

So, foodies, if you’re looking for an authentic Taiwanese dining experience that’s full of peace and abundance, Din Tai Fung is the place to be. Head over to their branches across Metro Manila and embark on a culinary adventure with your loved ones while savoring some of the finest Taiwanese cuisine around.

Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall
Din Tai Fung, SM Megamall

This Din Tai Fung branch is located at Level 2, Mega Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, EDSA corner Doña Julia Vargas Avenue, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong City, open daily from 10am to 10pm. For inquiries, call +63 2 89971935 or +63 919 0845376.

Other branches in Metro Manila are located at:

CityAddressOperation HoursContact Number
Pasay CityLevel 1 South Entertainment Mall, SM Mall of Asia10 AM-10 PM (Mon-Sun)+63 2 85271364 / +63 928 5124433 / +63 928 5181466
Quezon City 2nd floor, City Center, SM North EDSA10 AM-10 PM (Mon-Sun)+63 2 84590292
TaguigLG/C1, Bonifacio High Street Central, Bonifacio Global City11 AM-11 PM (Mon-Thu)
10 AM-1 AM (Fri-Sat)
11 AM-1 AM (Sun)
+63 2 88091865 / +63 919 0785209
Makati CityR1 Level, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center11 AM-9 PM (Mon-Thu)
11 AM-10 PM (Fri)
10 AM-10 PM (Sat)
10 AM-9 PM (Sat)
+63 2 88382344 / +63 919 0845732 / +63 960 4383830
Makati CityLevel 2, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Center11 AM-9 PM (Sun-Thu)
11 AM-10 PM (Fri-Sat)
+63 2 71211933 / +63 919 0845370

Stay updated on Din Tai Fung’s menu and offers by visiting The Moment Group’s website or by following Din Tai Fung on Facebook and Instagram.