Delish News: New Menus and Restaurants in Manila This May 2024

Welcoming the new month is just as exciting with new food spots and menus popping up here and there. Whether you’re going out for a vacation or planning to just laze around the metro, your summer won’t be boring with us. The Beat Asia has compiled the new restaurants and offerings you might want to check out for your next eat-out or take-home cravings below. Check them out!
Potato Corner Launches Crunchy Chicken Pops
Popular for their flavored fries, Potato Corner just added an exciting offering to their menu – and it’s not something you might have expected! Introduced through a comical commercial, the Crunchy Chicken Pops is said to be made of real chicken meat and deep-fried for a satisfying crunch! Perfect for a quick snack, these bite-sized chicken pops come solo or with your favourite fries.
Dairy Queen Brings Back their Summer Parfait Collection
Looking for new ways to cool down from this blazing heat? We got you! Dairy Queen (DQ) just brought back their famous parfait flavors and it’s still as mouthwatering as ever. Indulge in layers of Oreo Mudpie or satisfy your sweet tooth with the Nutty Chocolate Candy. But if you’re looking for a tropical and refreshing twist, go for the Mango Strawberry, filled with yummy sauces and mango bits!
J.Co Introduces Tropikaya Donut and Ice Teanacolada for Summer
Another treat to beat the heat – get ready to feel the summer vibes with J.Co’s all-new Tropikaya Donut! Glazed over with pandan chocolate coating and topped with coconut flakes, you’ll surely enjoy biting your way through the middle for a sweet kaya jam for a burst of flavor! Pair it with their summer-exclusive Iced Teanacolada for a zesty hint of pineapple and lemon with coco jelly and basil seeds!
McDonald's Drops Chocnut Series

Sure, the ChocNut sundae might not be new to you, but have you tried a ChocNut frappe? Yup, McDonald’s dropped their ChocNut series and it’s bringing some nostalgic feels! Aside from the usual vanilla swirl of goodness with bits of the candy bar, you can now sip an ice-cold beverage with your favorite peanut milk chocolate dessert. While the sundae is available in all their branches, the frappe can only be savored through the outlets with McCafé.
Greenwich Relaunches Blacklist Overload® Bundle and Winner Wings
Following Greenwich’s renewed partnership with Blacklist International, the fast food chain is bringing back the crowd’s favorite “Blacklist Overload Bundle” until July 31. The bundle includes one 9” Hawaiian Overload Pizza and two Lasagna Supreme Chicken Combo with drinks for P599 – which saves you P174! Oh, and every set comes with a free limited-edition Blacklist International photo card.
Aside from the bundle, you can now grab Greenwich’s all-time “crunchiest, juiciest, and super flavorful” Winner Wings again, which comes in three flavors: Barbeque, Garlic Parmesan, and Spicy Korean. Enjoy two pieces with rice for only P99 or complete the meal with a drink for just P129! But if you want to share them with your loved ones, go for the Winner Wings Ala Carte in four pieces for P189 or six pieces for P269. They are now available in Luzon and will be available in Visayas and Mindanao by June 5 – so, don’t miss them!
Don Don Tei Debuts in Robinsons Galleria
“Osaka’s finest donburi” just landed in the Philippines! Located exclusively in Robinsons Galleria, Don Don Tei’s first-ever branch in the country serves exciting menu offerings that transport you to Osaka. Diners can enjoy the flavors of Japan and indulge in mouthwatering seafood and meat donburi bowls, along with their other favorite Japanese dishes like chicken karaage, tonkatsu, tempura, and more.
Location: Don Don Tei, Level 2, Robinsons Galleria, EDSA cor. Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City
Palgakdo Opens New Branch in Robinsons Galleria
Enough with the Japanese cuisine, Robinsons Galleria is also putting a spotlight on Palgakdo – a Korean restaurant specializing in grilled chicken ribs and chicken cartilage! Bringing you the comfort of Korean food, the restaurant offers a range of dishes that are sure to make you drool and crave more. Feast on grilled meat and tons of side dishes or have a taste of South Korea’s popular meals like Jjampong, Seafood and Soft Bean Curd Jjigae, and more.
Location: Palgakdo, Level 3, EDSA Wing, Robinsons Galleria, EDSA cor. Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City
Nonie’s Takes Over Alabang Food Scene
If you’re a frequent flyer to Boracay, then you’re most probably familiar with Nonie’s! Popular for their healthy and sustainable Filipino-inspired dishes, the well-loved restaurant brings their fan-favorite fares to the metro. Located at Molito Lifestyle Center in Alabang, the diner is exuding beach vibes even in the city. Guests can still savor the same menu offerings like Chicken Adobo Salad, Tuna Pan de Sal, Vegan Sisig, Bistek Tagalog, and Tempeh Kare Kare.
Location: Nonie's, Bldg. 4, Molito Lifestyle Centre, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa City
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