Delish Eats: Qui, a Pan-Asian Brasserie Serving Eclectic Filipino Fare
Restaurant Story
Opened in May 2024, Qui Pan Asian Brasserie pays tribute to Asian cuisine through a modern, refined lens. Its name, thoughtfully derived from the owners’ family name Palanqui, reflects their deep connection to their Kapampangan heritage and culinary craft.
Blending relaxed sophistication and soulful jazz, Qui Pan Asian Brasserie offers an elegant yet approachable dining experience—one that elevates Asian flavors while staying true to their heritage.
Vibe and Venue
Tucked between San Juan and Quezon City, just a few blocks away from the Greenhills complex, Qui Pan Asian Brasserie sits within a beautifully restored 1950s home built by the Santoromana clan.
Its interior feels like pages lifted from an Art Deco design book, with warmth and refinement that preserve the original house's charm.
The two-story space features velvet-lined seats, black-and-gold accents, Impressionist artworks, and a pristine ceiling that ties everything together. Upstairs, a private dining room offers a more intimate setting, styled with a chic mix of red and green for an elevated, fancier feel.
Even the logo carries a personal touch: a playfully subtle nod to the Palanqui family name, hidden within the geometric patterns that are echoed on the restaurant’s walls.
The Menu
Qui Pan Asian Brasserie presents an eclectic and vibrant take on Pan-Asian cuisine, blending regional flavors with Filipino culinary traditions with a touch of contemporary flair. The menu takes diners on a gastronomic journey through Vietnam, Thailand, Japan, Singapore, and the Philippines—each dish thoughtfully infused with local ingredients that make every bite feel both familiar and refreshingly new to the palate.
They also serve delicious coffee, tipples, and brews to pair and complete your meal perfectly.
The Cost
Qui Pan Asian Brasserie may sound posh and expensive, but its menu is surprisingly well-priced. Every dish is made with care, using locally sourced, high-quality ingredients and served in generous portions. Prices range from approachable to premium, depending on what you’re craving and the occasion.
Appetizers are priced from P90 to P510, soups from P250 to P610, salads from P335 to P530, mains from P430 to P1280, and sides from P50 to P250. Desserts range from P195 to P490.
For drinks, coffee starts at P75 to P240, beers at P120 to P300, and specialty drinks from P95 to P195. Their bespoke cocktails range from P260 to P340, while mocktails are priced between P120 to P160. Other alcoholic options are also available depending on your preference.
What We Tried
Qui Pan Asian Brasserie gave The Beat Manila the chance to try out some of their bestsellers, which brought us on a flavorful journey from start to end.
We started our meal with the Steak and Watermelon Salad, which gave a refreshing play of contrasts—the savory saltiness of steak meeting the crisp sweetness of watermelon, and the mix of Ilocano vinegar reduction and Asian vinaigrette for a well-balanced bite with a tangy kick.
Next, came the Pork and Shrimp Dumplings, a comforting classic made with minced pork, fresh shrimp, and Asian aromatics. Laid on a bed of house made chili oil, herbal emulsion, and topped with fried onion and leeks, every bite is a pleasant harmony of texture and flavor.
For soup, we had the Sinigang X, where Thai Tom Yum meets the beloved Filipino staple in a creative flavor bomb. Still full of that distinct sinigang kick, it’s less sour but richer in zest, with layers that deepen and sweeten with every slurp. The mix of grilled pork, grilled chicken, and prawns adds a charred savoriness, giving it depth.
For the mains, we had the Qui Fried Chicken, which was crisp and flavorful on its own, but elevated when paired with the Asian slaw, harissa ketchup, and Piri tamarind gravy. Each sauce adds its own dimension—the slaw cuts through with acidity, the gravy brings an umami depth, and the ketchup offers a sharp sweetness that ties all the flavors together.
We also had the Baked Salmon, which was beautifully cooked with a mix of Japanese aioli, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese. Resting on a bed of soy garlic sauce and charred greens, the dish offered a delicate balance of creaminess and savoriness.
We paired the mains and the soup with Steamed Pandan Rice—simple and comforting that grounds the bold flavors with its subtle aroma.
To end our meal, we had the Fluffy Suklati Mousse, a French-inspired, creamy, and chocolatey mousse that’s made in-house with suklati batirol and served tableside by Qui’s diligently trained waiters. Rich, silky, and oh-so indulgent, this is best shared with company, and perhaps a bit of airy bread.
Since the holiday season is just around the corner, we also had to try the Puto Bumbong Basque Cheesecake, a creamy and luxurious reimagination of the classic Christmas dessert that’s more cake in texture, with the flavors of the beloved rice cake shining through. Light, airy, and incredibly full of flavor, it’s perfectly finished with mantequilla and whipped cream to make every bite worth the wait.
We complemented our meals with two of their coffee drinks: the Iced Coconut Latte, which balanced the sweetness of coconut and the bold bitterness of espresso for a tropical twist, and the Iced Mocha Latte, smooth, chocolatey, and just the right amount of sweetness and indulgence to pair well with the savoriness of the mains.
What We Liked
We absolutely enjoyed all of the food we ate at Qui Pan-Asian Brasserie! But if we were to choose some of our best picks, it would be the Sinigang X, Steak and Watermelon Salad, Pork and Shrimp Dumplings, and the Puto Bumbong Basque Cheesecake.
These definitely took our breath away, and we would recommend you try them out for yourselves!
What We Didn't Like
While we did enjoy all of the food we ate, one common sentiment we had was that the Baked Salmon could've been juicier and moister to let its taste linger more.
We ate it with the Sinigang X which added plenty of flavor, and it was a beautiful pair to indulge in.
What You Should Order
With a menu with such a wide variety, all of Qui's dishes and bestsellers would surely be a treat to try! The dishes we sampled were truly a showcase of the brasserie's best fare, and are all highly recommendable- but if we were to choose two the Sinigang X and the Puto Bumbong Basque Cheesecake are a must try!
Although we did not dine with cocktails, we'd also recommend trying out their cocktail menu and pairings with your meal.
Follow Qui Pan Asian Brasserie on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about their F&B offerings!
Location: 14 Dos Castillas Street, Valencia, Quezon City
Opening Hours: 11 AM to 10 PM (Sun to Thurs), 11 AM to 11 PM (Fri to Sat)
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