10 Must-Try Restaurants in Festival Mall, Alabang
There's always something new and exciting to try here!
Festival Mall
Address: Filinvest Corporate City, Commerce Ave, Muntinlupa
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
(SPOT.ph) The long list of restaurants in Festival Mall Alabang keeps things exciting with ever-changing gastronomic options, ensuring there’s always something new and exciting to try. After all, the well-loved mall has become a vibrant lifestyle hub, serving a growing dynamic community (aka Southies) and cementing its status as their ultimate spot for recreation and relaxation.
Strategically located at the heart of Filinvest City in Alabang, Festival Mall opened its doors in 1998 and was one of the first developments in the area. Its massive expansion in recent years speaks volumes about its enduring relevance and role as a significant part in the daily life of the Alabang community. Its diverse mix of stores guarantees that there's something for everyone, and keeps visitors coming back to grab daily essentials, complete an errand, unwind in its green spaces, and of course, explore a new dining spot.
Here are the must-try restaurants in Festival Mall Alabang:
Las Flores
Where to find: Heritage Building, Upper Ground Floor, Expansion Wing
Those who crave the bold flavors of tapas and the heartiness of paella find themselves drawn to Las Flores. This charming restaurant, housed in a beautifully restored 1920s Art Deco structure that used to be a facility of the Department of Health, serves authentic Spanish specialties. Take a seat and prepare to embark on a flavorful tour of Spain’s rich culinary heritage via Las Flores’s Paella Negra, Gambas al Ajillo, Chorizo Frito, Ensalada Burrata, Pasta con Mariscos, Cochinillo, Beef Salpicao, Cervezas, and Unlimited Sangria.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09175245058.
Pet-friendly? Yes, pets are allowed in their alfresco area.
Manam
Where to find: Upper Ground Floor, Expansion Wing
The dining experience at Manam is an invitation to rediscover Filipino comfort food as the restaurant serves classic dishes with a fresh and modern spin. Prepare to be surprised by familiar favorites with a twist: Sinigang na Beef Short Rib & Watermelon, Beef Salpicao & Garlic, Crispy Pancit Palabok, Calamansi Tart, and more. Through the years, Manam has become a top-of-mind choice for diners craving for Filipino cuisine.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09690493633.
Pet-friendly? Yes
Sage Garden Cafe + Restaurant
Where to find: The River Park
Sage Garden Cafe + Restaurant’s rustic chic interiors feel like something out of a countryside fairy tale. Every nook and cranny is pretty and picture-perfect, seemingly straight off your interior mood board. It’s no surprise this enchanting space plays host to many events—from birthday parties to corporate gatherings, from bridal showers to weddings. It’s the kind of place that practically invites you to celebrate something special over good food.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09175179995.
Pet-friendly? Yes
Rangoon Ruby by Chef Max Lee
Where to find: Upper Ground, East Wing
There are not many restaurants in the country offering authentic Burmese cuisine, so stumbling upon one feels like uncovering a hidden jewel. Chef Max Lee, a second-generation owner of the California-born restaurant, used his mom’s traditional recipes to introduce Burmese culture to people. Treat your palate to something familiar but new as Burmese cuisine is a fusion of Thai, Indian, and Southeast Asian flavors. Must-try items on the menu include Monk Hingar, Burmese Pad Thai, Mango Fish, Walnut Shrimp, Rangoon Chicken Curry, and Palatha with Curry Pork Belly Dip.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09622944263.
Pet-friendly? Yes
Du Hsiao Yueh
Where to find: Lower Ground Floor, East Wing
Recognized as one of Asia’s best restaurants in 2013, Taiwanese restaurant Du Hsiao Yueh started as a humble noodle stall in Tainan, Taiwan in 1895. The menu is filled with dishes that reflect “new Taiwanese cuisine,” giving diners a chance to experience familiar flavors with a modern flair. Check out their signature dish Dan Zai Noodles (the dish that started it all for Du Hsiao Yueh, so it carries over 120 years of history), Taiwanese street food Crispy Fried Intestines, Dim Sum Feast, Braised Beef Noodles, and Taiwanese Milk Tea.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09498849592.
BB.Q Chicken
Where to find: Upper Ground, Expansion Wing
Crunch your way to happiness as you satisfy your cravings for Korean fried chicken at BB.Q Chicken, Korea’s well-loved dining spot. Every bite at their best-selling flavors—Golden Original, Honey Garlic, Soy Garlic, and Caribbean Spice—is addictive. You’ll also find satisfying staples like kimchi fried rice and spicy ddeok-bokki on the menu. Whatever you end up ordering, expect a flavor-packed experience that’ll make you come back for more.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Instagram page or contact them at 09686298606.
Italianni’s
Where to find: Upper Ground, Expansion Wing
The American-Italian restaurant has long been a favorite and reliable destination for best-tasting pasta and pizza. No matter what your appetite is asking for, Italianni’s always hits the spot. Bite-sized Pizzeta, Italian Truffle Chips, Sicilian Salad, Margherita Pizza, Quattro Staggioni, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Truffle Chicken and Mushroom, Salmon Oreganato, Grilled Pork Chop Au Poivre, and Chicken Milanese, Penne, Meat Ragu, and Mozzarella are some of the dining spot’s specialties.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09694242512.
Ramen Kuroda
Where to find: Lower Ground, Expansion Wing
Discover your next perfect bowl of ramen—hearty, savory, comforting—at Ramen Kuroda. Aiming to “make real ramen part of your everyday,” the restaurant uses home-made noodles and umami-rich soup from pork bone to give diners the most unforgettable ramen they will ever taste. So get your chopsticks ready and prepare for a slurp-worthy experience!
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09602677818.
Tenya
Where to find: Lower Ground Floor, East Wing, Water Garden
Tenya, the most successful tendon restaurant chain in Japan, is now serving quality tendon and tempura to Filipinos. Aside from their signature items, the dining spot also treats diners to an extended menu of Japanese favorites, including teishoku sets, ramen and noodles, salad, maki, wagyu, and more.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09931339879.
The Morning After
Where to find: Upper Ground Floor, Extension Wing
Every morning is a fresh start, and dining spot The Morning After knows this all too well. So the all-day breakfast spot features an extensive menu of dishes that are made to start your day right: classic Filipino staples, international brunch favorites, and hearty comfort food. Feel right at home with The Morning After’s Three Mushroom Adobo, Steak and Eggs, Sausage Mushroom Risotto, Korean Bibimbap, Luzviminda Almusal, Sinigang na Bagnet, Quattro Formaggi Pizza, and more.
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09171567146.
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