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Nihonbashi-tei is a middle class restaurant where you can find authentic Japanese meal, whether ala carte or bento. I was looking for rare authentic soda/udon such as tororo (noodle that uses nagaimono or white yam that liquifies when grated) but it is phased out due to non-popularity or less orders received, so I decided to order Kitsune Soba instead. I ordered Fermented Bean Natto mixed with raw egg and eaten outright. There was a yellow wasabi as part of the condiment. It would look unappetizing unless you are Natto fan. Only brave customers can eat Natto mixed with raw egg. Parking lot is spacious and easily accessible along Arnaiz Avenue, near the foot of Skyway. The ambience is great. You may choose to dine-in in the central public table, or choose any VIP Room that is airconditioned and can open or close the sliding door. In the VIP Room, you can easily watch your car being parked outside thru the mirror. In addition, there is a call button in the window that serves as a doorbell for the service crew to approached you. Aside from public or VIP Room, you may opt to eat in the front of food service area. Japanese alcoholic beverages are available, but I am non-alcoholic person. Food is a little bit pricey which includes 10% service charge. Toilet is wide, but the standing men's urinal area stains slightly yellowish. I would rate 3/5 for cleanliness but the dining area is 5/5. Tried Uni Sushi or Sushi with Sea Urchin.
Leandro Rafael BayonitoLeandro Rafael Bayonito
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Nihonbashitei presents itself as a typical casual Japanese dining spot in Manila. The overall food quality is decent, aligning with what one might expect from such an establishment. However, my recent visit left much to be desired. I ordered the special chirashi, expecting a vibrant and generous assortment of fresh fish, but was instead served the standard chirashi. Despite pointing out the error, the staff insisted there was no difference between the two, leading to a disappointing experience both in terms of portion size and quality. For those considering Nihonbashitei, I'd recommend sticking with the hot dishes as the sushi, particularly the chirashi, failed to meet expectations. See the picture and judge for yourself. Service was mediocre; our large group of 15 did experience some missed orders, but given the group size, it wasn't a dealbreaker. More pressing was the dining environment itself — the room was uncomfortably hot and humid, exacerbated by an old and noisy air conditioner. In conclusion, while Nihonbashitei might suffice for those seeking basic Japanese dishes in a casual setting, it falls short in delivering a satisfying experience for those in pursuit of high-quality sushi or a comfortable dining atmosphere.
Myles ChuahiockMyles Chuahiock
10
My friend and I were looking for a place that satisfies two conditions: easy parking with restaurant access and open late. Nihon was the best option in the area because there’s a huge parking area and it’s open until 2am, both of which major plus points. The food, though, was honestly very average. I ordered an oyakodon, she ordered spicy salmon sashimi, and we also got a spicy salmon maki to share. The oyakodon (chicken and egg with rice) was more on the disappointing side as opposed than average, as it was pretty bland and needed more flavor. It lacked sauce and just tasted like boiled chicken with sides. The salmon sashimi and rolls were also just alright. Nothing to complain about, but nothing that really made us go crazy over it. Food-wise, it was a very ok experience overall. Very “mid” food experience based on these three dishes. Maybe the rice bowls are better. But the sushi was just OK. Prices are affordable, too, being around Php300 per dish.
Jaime de GuzmanJaime de Guzman
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We went here at around 3pm on a Saturday and it wasn’t too crowded yet. People started coming in crowds at around dinnertime. I think you can also make reservations with them if you want to make sure you get a seat. There’s a parking area, enough for a full house too. The staff in this restaurant are really friendly and easy to communicate with. We were seated in one of the private rooms and we had a ‘call’ button to easily call for service help. As with the food, you get enough for what you pay for. I’d say the serving for the ramen would be good for 2-3 people. The other meals would be enough for 1-2 people, depending on how much of an eater you are. 😅 If you dine-in between 11am-5pm, most of their meals come with rice, miso soup, iced coffee or nata de coco. Their iced coffee is to die for, especially if you’re looking for something sweet yet bittery! 👌🏼 Overall, this was a good Japanese restaurant experience ⭐️
Mish CorderoMish Cordero
20
A long-standing and well-known “institution” in Makati when you’re craving for Japanese food. They have available parking but of course that gets full fast especially during peak hours, weekends, paydays, etc. Their parking attendants are always helpful though. You could opt to sit in the bar when dining solo or in their private rooms if you’re a big group. Have tried their ramen, curry, ebi tempura, salmon sashimi, miso soup, and skewered saikoro cubes. Just noticed that their serving sizes now are smaller compared to years ago (well understandably) perhaps to avoid price increases. Everything was good enough but I guess it could still be improved a bit. Service was quick (thank you to our cheerful and helpful server Tinay). Place is old but vibe is nice! Tables are spaced apart just right so it’s not as crowded like other Japanese restaurants in the area.
Joseph ClimacoJoseph Climaco
10
The food is really good and comforting here. You can get something new every time because of their extensive menu. I recommend the Gyudon, skewers, and Chazuke (rice with a little broth), and Uni Sashimi. Their sushi is also good but their nigiris all come with wasabi on it. And it seems like they always have something out of stock (laging walang Asari Butter). Their service could be better. If they seat you in the back of the restaurant you’ll have a hard time flagging the waitresses, and the back area has a old wood smell that I hate. You’ll also have to remind them about some dishes that they forget. Atmosphere is ok. Usually people who just came from work, sometimes there will be Japanese people. Parking will be difficult after work hours but there is a valet service.
DreaDrea
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