10 Must-Try Restaurants in Banawe, Quezon City
Car enthusiasts have another reason to make the drive to this area.
The abundance of auto supply shops, car parts retailers, and service centers make this neighborhood in Quezon City a popular destination among car enthusiasts. They flock to this area to find high-quality parts for the repair, modification, or restoration of their beloved vehicles.
But here’s another reason to make the drive to Banawe: its vibrant food scene. Conveniently connected to major roads such as Quezon Ave and E. Rodriguez Sr., its strategic location is easily accessible for foodies and gourmands from other parts of Metro Manila. Home to a variety of dining venues—offering everything from traditional Filipino dishes to global cuisines—Banawe has rapidly earned its place as a must-visit culinary spot in the metro.
So on your next trip to hunt for car parts and you find yourself craving a good meal or a nice place to hang out, here's a handy guide to bookmark!
Check out these Banawe, Quezon City restaurants:
Moon Hey Hotpot and Grill
Address: 848 Banawe, Siena, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 m.n.
Sporting bright and airy interiors, Moon Hey Hotpot and Grill is one happy place to be. Come with family and friends, and enjoy a hotpot experience that starts with the perfect broth (choose among their four soup bases: Mala, Tomato, Suan La, and Plain). You’re even spoilt for choice when it comes to your dipping sauce: All Purpose, Sesame Oil, Seafood, and Classic Sesame. So go feast on boiled or grilled beef, pork, and seafood and use fresh vegetables such as mushrooms, leafy greens, and tofu to elevate the flavors.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09176249289.
Pet-friendly? No
Jiang Nan Hotpot
Address: 238 Banawe St. corner Panalturan St. Brgy. Manresa, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, Open 24 hours
Where to go when you’re craving hotpot in the middle of the night? Jiang Nan Hotpot will help satisfy your late-night hunger pangs. The restaurant is named after the region in China where hotpot originated, so you’re guaranteed a premium dining experience.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09777959854.
Pet-friendly? No
Muy Hong
Address: 552 Banawe St., Sto Domingo, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Did you know that Banawe has been declared as Quezon City’s very own “Chinatown” because of the extensive presence of Chinese restaurants in the area? One of these gems is Muy Hong, which is famous for their fresh lumpia, noodles, and other Chinese fare.
Contact details: For more details, contact them at (02) 8712 4776.
Narra Bistro & Cafe
Address: 104 Scout Alcaraz St., Quezon City
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday, and Sunday: 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. / Friday to Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 m.n.
Prepare to be enchanted by Narra Bistro & Cafe’s nostalgic retro charm. Every corner is photogenic, and the vibe is casual and comfortable—a perfect spot to unwind and savor the moment. Do try their offerings of modern Asian comfort food, such as Narra Breakfast, Tapa Benedict, Croque Madame, Salmon Pasta, and Sous-Vide Pork Belly. Wrap up your meal with their signature coffee and drinks.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09604820520.
Pet-friendly? All kinds of pets are allowed at their indoor and alfresco area as long as they are wearing diapers, leashed, and attended to at all times.
Fong Wei Wu
Address: Samat corner Banawe Streets, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
This modest, unpretentious dining spot has a charm that makes every home-cooked meal leave you craving for more. Fong Wei Wu stays faithful to the promise on its hanging bright red sign: to serve “Authentic Taiwanese Cuisine.” It’s easy to see which item to try first, thanks to its turo-turo style showcasing Taiwanese and Fil-Chi dishes. Must-try items include Hong Ma and Beef Noodles.
Cai Hok Seafood Restaurant
Address: 2/F Z Square Mall Banawe, cor Del Monte, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. / 5:30 p.m to 9:30 p.m.
Give in to your seafood obsession at Cai Hok Seafood Restaurant. The menu is packed with a smorgasbord of treasures from the deep blue sea: Braised Australian Abalone with Oyster Sauce, Braised Sea Cucumber with Oyster Sauce, Shark’s Fin with Assorted Seafood Soup, Braised Shark’s Fin Soup, Fresh Squid with Salt & Pepper, King Crab, and Steamed Live Lapu-Lapu. They also serve Dimsum, Suckling Pig, and other meat dishes.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09691613210.
Pet-friendly? No
Eat Fresh
Address: 100-A Maria Clara Street near corner Banawe St., Brgy. Sto. Domingo, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
This Cantonese restaurant will transport you to the bustling streets of Hong Kong through its culinary offerings. Indulge in sweet, savory, and spicy treats such as Beef Brisket, Lemon Chicken, Wok-Fried Pork with Century Egg Congee, Salt & Pepper Spareribs, Lechon Macau, Salted Egg Custard Bun, Jumbo Siomai, HK Style Fried Noodles, and more.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09431335865.
Pet-friendly? No
Geluk
Address: 77 Scout Alcaraz cor Banawe St., Quezon City
Operating Hours: Sunday to Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 m.n. / Wednesday & Thursday, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. / Friday & Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.
Named after a Dutch word that means happiness, Geluk is committed to giving a joyful and satisfying dining experience every time. The owner aimed to create a stylish yet relaxed fine dining experience that allows anyone to enjoy European cuisine sans the high cost. A buffet of food options awaits: all-day breakfast, soups, sandwiches, pizzas, pasta, meats, dessert, coffee, and cocktails. Loyal patrons keep coming back for their Crab Eggs Benedict, Shrimp Chimichurri, Shrimp Shakshuka, Iberico Ribs, Steak Au Pouvre, and the Smoked Black Angus Brisket.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09453348346.
Pet-friendly? Pets are allowed in their alfresco area.
Nabe
Address: 780 Banawe Street, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. / Friday to Sunday & Holidays, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m.
If you’re still waiting for a sign to have a Japanese hotpot for lunch or dinner, then consider this your green light to indulge. Featuring up to 16 soup bases—the bestsellers are Tonkotsu, Shoyu, Sukiyaki, Tan Tan, and Spicy Miso—you can’t go wrong with any choice. Appetizers, sides, and vegetables also come aplenty, and so are the options for soup meats. There’s no doubt you’ll walk out of here not just full but completely content!
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09691974507.
Pet-friendly? No
Ohayo
Address: 0835 Banawe Avenue, corner Sta Catalina, Quezon City
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 m.n.
When the craving for Japanese food hits, there’s no stopping it. So head over to Ohayo and treat yourself to comforting and hearty dishes, such as Japanese Fried Chicken Curry, Salmon Poke Bowl, Spicy Tuna Tekka Maki Roll, and Tonkatsu Ramen. Need another reason to visit this gem of a restaurant? spot.ph’s Chef of the Year, Chef Jorge Mendez, is the man behind it. Need we say more?
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09762855163.
Pet-friendly? No
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