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

New month, new dining spots to check out! Call your friends and get ready to pig out and bond over some scrumptious meals, refreshing desserts, and perhaps, a bottle of wine (or two) on a night out.

Get the latest buzz in Metro Manila’s culinary scene and discover new restaurants and dishes as The Beat Manila shares our recent finds.

Wendy’s Brings Mango Sticky Rice to PH

April is one of the hottest months in the Philippines. With the heat index reaching 40 degrees Celsius, having something cold can ease the sticky, humid feeling. Speaking of sticky, you can now beat the heat with Wendy’s new frosty flavor: the Mango Sticky Rice Frosty Overload!

Perfect for the summer season, the dessert combines the American fast-food chain’s iconic thick and creamy frosty with cubes of yellow mangoes, sticky rice, and a drizzle of mango sauce on top. Sounds familiar? Yup, it’s inspired by the popular Thai dessert. And if you ask us, it’s a perfect combination!

Jollibee Drops All-New Chicken Nuggets

Well-loved Filipino fast-food chain Jollibee just shook the internet by dropping their all-new crispy and juicy chicken nuggets! This chicken joy on the go is perfect for when you’re looking for a quick snack or an ulam (viand) when you’re not in the mood to cook for baon (packed meal). You can get them in either six or 10 pieces, but they are also available in four pieces for Kiddie Meals. Let’s not forget about the dips! The bite-sized version of pure happiness has three sauce options: BBQ Ketchup, Sriracha Mayo, and Ranch.

In case you don’t know, they also have Buko Pandan Sundae as part of their summer specials! Available until May 31 only, the new dessert features Jollibee’s vanilla soft-serve ice cream with buko (cocounut) strips, buko pandan jelly, and pandan syrup.

McDonald’s ‘WcDonald’s’ Lands in PH

Yup, you read that right! The American fast-food restaurant pays homage to anime and manga series by turning their iconic logo upside down, which is usually used in various fictional series. Through this campaign, they promote their new spicy sauce for the McNuggets: the savory chili sauce.

Now, what’s so special about it? The packaging features the flipped logo, along with manga-inspired packaging! The special menu set comes with six-piece chicken nuggets, fries, your choice of drink, and of course, the special sauce. Available in medium and large meal options, fans can now have their hands on these items for a limited time only.

Samgyupsalamat’s First-Ever K-Branch in Malate

One of the popular Korean BBQ restaurants in the Philippines, Samgyupsalamat opens their newest branch in Malate – and it’s different from their usual outlets! The outlet is ideal for celebrations or bonding sessions with a private KTV room and function room.

They also have an in-house photobooth spot, where you can your loved ones can snap some cute pics in hanbok or adorable headbands. Just beside the photobooth area is the K-Deli corner, where you can buy marinated meat and sides to take home. It’s a complete K-experience in one convenient location within the heart of Manila.

One Ayala Welcomes the Filipino Restaurant Crisostomo

Looking for a new Filipino restaurant to dine in on weekends with your family? Crisostomo just opened the doors in One Ayala, and they’re serving the Filipino crowd favorites! From appetizers to desserts, diners are sure to feel the homey vibes in every bite. Fun fact though, the dishes served in their restaurants are named after the characters and places from Dr. Jose Rizal’s book, “Noli Me Tangere (Touch Me Not).”

Stimulate your appetite with Bagumbayan Lechon, Tinapa ni Tiburcio, and Calamares ni Tales, among others. Then move to sizzling plates like Sisig Linares, Setas Salpicao, Lengua Laruja, or soups like Sinigang Mestizo, La Paz Bulalo, and Munggo de Mariano. Their menu also boasts 30 main dishes, along with vegetables, noodles, salads, and rice options. View the full list here.

Newest European Pub Cierto Opens their Doors in Parqal Mall

For those who love European fares, Cierto might be your next favorite spot. Located in the newly opened mall in Aseana City, Parañaque, the pub offers dishes inspired by countries within the continent. With meals served in generous amounts, you’ll have plenty of food to munch over while you sip a drink out of their extensive list of fruit shakes, wines, cocktails, and more.

You and your friends can share stories over a bottle of Wakefield or Muruve Crianza wines, or end the night out with a Mango Daiquiri, Martini, and such. For the gentlemen out there, they have a selection of draft beers, single malts, and other hard liquor as well.

SM Aura Reopens Food on Four with New Spots

If you’re not particularly looking for specific cuisine but would love to try something new, you can visit the newly renovated Food on Four in SM Aura. The sophisticated food court is home to many dining spots, including Deli by Chele, which offers pastrami and artisanal sandwiches, and Kevin Ong Patisserie with handcrafted chocolate bonbons, choux pastries, and mirror-glazed mousse cakes. For foodies in love with Japanese dishes, Nadai Fujisoba is a must-visit. Meanwhile, those who love lechon should visit Le Chon Prime.