25 Must-Try Restaurants at SM Aura

Dine at the best spots in SM Aura!

SM Aura Premier is one of the most upscale shopping malls of SM located in BGC, Taguig. A hotspot for shopping and discovering great eats, SM Aura is one of the best places to go to if you’re planning a get-together over delectable food and a more refined atmosphere.

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We know there are over 70 restaurants to choose from at SM Aura, which is why we’ve narrowed down your choices to 25 restaurants where you can treat yourself and others to a joyous affair!

Eastern Cuisine

Greyhound Cafe – UG/F

Greyhound Cafe is one of Thailand’s most popular cutting-edge lifestyle brands that offers twists to traditional Thai food and is known for its Complicated Noodles, Fried Tons of Crab Meat with Rice, and of course Pad Thai.

greyhound cafe pad thai — Photo from Booky

Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen – 2/F

Ikkoryu Fukuoka Ramen has something for the spice fanatics of course! This Spicy Tobanjan Tonkotsu will bring heat to your palate during cold days and will keep you slurping for more. Drop by their store and customize your bowl of ramen to your liking!

spicy tobanjan tonkotsu ramen ikkoryu fukuoka ramen — Photo from @ikkoryuph

Jin Joo Korean Grill – 5/F

Offering up beef and pork options; with 8 of them marinated in mouthwatering flavors such as Honey Garlic, Red Pepper, and Smokey BBQ– at Jin Joo Korean Grill, your satisfaction for something meaty, smokey, and savory.

Marinated Samgyupsal from Jin Joo Korean Grill — Photo from Facebook | Jin Joo Korean Grill

Mesa – 5/F

Serving up a wide variety of modern Filipino and Asian fusion dishes, at Mesa, you can get your fill of appetizing dishes from appetizers to soups, main dishes to well-known grilled items, and even desserts.

Chicken Binakol, Tinapa Roll, Tinapa Rice from Mesa — Photo from Booky

Lugang Café – 5/F

Lugang Café is a member of the Bellagio Group of Restaurants, Shanghai & Beijing. The Manila branch is their very first branch outside China. It serves Taiwanese cuisine with classic dishes like xiao long bao, szechuan beef, and mapo tofu.

Ogetsu Hime – 5/F

Chopsticks expert or not, as long as you are a Japanese food lover, then you’ll like Ogetsu Hime. A restaurant that literally means “Goddess of Food”, Ogetsu Hime, specializes in authentic Japanese food such as sushi that’s made right in front of your eyes.

Sashimi Platter from Ogetsu Hime — Photo from @youreverydayjoy

Banana Leaf – LG/F

An Asian restaurant that offers a variety of Asian cuisines, Banana Leaf is the spot you should head on to if you’re craving Singaporean, Malaysian, Thai Vietnamese, Indonesian, or Indian food.

Char Kway Teow from Banana Leaf — Photo from @bananaleafph

Genki Sushi – LG/F

Craving for staple Japanese favorites like sushi and sashimi? Satisfy your cravings at Genki Sushi, a restaurant that serves up a variety of fresh Japanese favorites from sushi to maki and even tempura.

Sushi from Genki Sushi — Photo from @genkisushiph

PAUL – UG/F

A restaurant and bakery serving up a wide selection of dishes ranging from Filipino breakfasts to pastries and even waffles and crepes, at PAUL, whether you crave a light or heavy meal, they’ve got it for you.

Spanish Sardines from PAUL — Photo from PAUL

Nanyang – LG/F

Nanyang is a restaurant that serves up Singaporean favorites such as laksa, Hainanese chicken, kaya toast, and kopi & peanut butter toast. It’s a restaurant for those who definitely miss Singaporean food or trying new but familiar flavors.

Hainanese Chicken Set from Nanyang — Photo from Facebook | Nanyang Philippines

Paradise Dynasty – 2/F

Serving up innovative takes on northern and southern Chinese cuisine, Paradise Dynasty is most famous for specializing in and serving colorful Xiao Long Baos with unique flavors.

Colorful Xiao Long Bao from Paradise Dynasty — Photo from Booky

The Blue Apron – 4/F

The Blue Apron first introduced Poke Tacos to the Metro, a delectable creation where you can enjoy fresh seafood or meats inside a tempura nori taco shell! It’s a fusion of Japanese, Mexican, and Hawaiian that you should try!

Western Cuisine

Rackshack – 5/F

The younger brother of the popular restaurant Racks, Rackshack provides its customers with a newer and more laid-back concept as well as ribs and meat slathered in their signature barbecue sauces.

Carnitas, Rice, and Nachos from Rackshack — Photo from @rackshackph

Barcino – 5/F

Love wine? Get your fill of wine and tapas at Barcino, a restaurant that offers authentic Spanish dishes that you can pair with the best wines and spirits that this restaurant can offer.

Prego Trattoria – 5/F

Don’t mind having carbs in different forms? Then head on to Prego Trattoria, a cozy and homey Italian restaurant that serves familiar comfort food such as Italian pizza, pasta, and even dessert.

Pizza from Prego Trattoria — Photo from Facebook | Prego Trattoria SM Aura Premier

International Cuisine

NIU by Vikings – 6/F

If you’re planning to head on to NIU by Vikings, we suggest that you get your appetite ready! NIU is Vikings Buffet 2.0 with a more modern and luxurious interior and boasts nine different stations of various cuisines for you to try out!

This SM Aura buffet should be a must-try for big groups and celebrations like birthdays and graduations.

Bailey's Truffle Cake from NIU by Vikings — Photo from @niubyvikings

Providore – UG/F

Planning to meet up with your friends via video call for brunch but you don’t have any food prepared? Then head on to Providore, a retro-inspired coffee bar, and bistro that serves up everything from American breakfasts to Filipino comfort food.

Dessert Shops

Honolulu HK Cafe – LG/F

Serving customers from all over Asia for almost 80 years, Honolulu HK Cafe, a well-known and much-celebrated coffee shop and cafe from Hong Kong offers an extensive selection of classic Hong Kong comfort food as well as delectable pastries.

Egg Tart and Hong Kong Style Coffee from Honolulu HK Cafe — Photo from @honoluluhkcafeph

EST Japanese Bakery & Cafe – 5/F

Baking fresh Japanese Shokupan with freshly brewed specialty drinks, enjoy a perfect breakfast or brunch at EST Japanese Bakery & Cafe. It’s definitely a perfect haven in the city.

EST Bakery & Cafe Sando — Photo from EST Bakery & Cafe

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Tsujiri – LG/F

Still looking for your perfect match(a)? Maybe you’ll find it at Tsujiri, a 155-year-old Japanese matcha brand in Uji Kyoto, Japan serving up quality matcha drinks and desserts.

Black Crunch Sundae from Tsujiri — Photo from Booky

Cinnabon – 4/F

Smell something good? That must be Cinnabon. Follow the smell and get your fix of fresh cinnamon rolls as well as its variants such as chocobons, minibons, and pecanbons.

Chocobon from Cinnabon — Photo from Booky

Gelato by Chef Miko – 4/F

Don’t just go for any kind of ice cream, indulge with Gelato by Chef Miko. Treat your tastebuds to bold, rich, and fresh gelato creations in flavors like Original Basque Burned Cheesecake, Valrhona Chocolate Crinkle, New York Cheesecake Cookie Dough, and more!

Photo from Facebook: Gelato by Chef Miko

Snacks and Drinks

Koomi – 4/F

Koomi has been gaining popularity all over the country, not only because of its tempting flavors, but because of its addictive taste! Apart from having fresh fruits and grains in their drinks, they also use honey as a natural sweetener for that guilt-free treat!

Jamba Juice – LG/F

Trying to make healthier decisions? Then go to Jamba Juice, a restaurant that serves up fresh juices, smoothies, energy bowls, and other healthy and nutritious food.

Mango, Orange, Strawberry, Berry and Coffee Smoothies from Jamba Juice — Photo from Booky

Toby’s Estate – 3/F

A coffee shop that has become a local favorite for its brand of authentic and premium coffee, Toby’s estate serves up not only organic and sustainable coffee but also incredible all-day breakfast plates, pasta dishes, grilled sandwiches, and more.

Coffee and Cookie from Toby's Estate — Photo from Booky

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