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LIST: 7 Recently Opened Restaurants and Cafés in BGC
Looking for new places to try in BGC? Several restaurants and cafés have recently opened across the district, introducing everything from Japanese comfort food and specialty coffee to Italian cuisine and chef-driven dining concepts. These newcomers offer fresh options for breakfast meetings, casual lunches, coffee breaks, and evening gatherings.
Here are seven recently opened restaurants and cafés in BGC worth visiting.
Moderna
Uptown Parade, BGC
Moderna is an Italian restaurant led by Chef Donatello Montrone, combining traditional Italian techniques with locally sourced Philippine ingredients.
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One of its standout dishes is the Risotto (Php 650), made with Acquerello rice, fermented shrimp rice, and fish sauce butter, reflecting the restaurant’s approach to blending Italian flavors with local produce.
Risotto (Php 650)/IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Also Read: Moderna in BGC: Where Italian and Filipino Flavors Meet
June Eatery
Burgos Circle, BGC
June Eatery is an all-day dining destination that serves coffee and brunch by day before transforming into a bistro and wine bar at night.
IMAGE from June Eatery
Popular menu items include the Pancake (Php 450) served with whipped butter and spiced maple syrup, and the Duck Ragu (Php 960) featuring pappardelle pasta coated in rich ragu sauce and Grana Padano cheese.
Pancake (Php 450)/IMAGE from June Eatery
The restaurant also offers a second-floor event space for private gatherings.
Also Read: June Eatery in BGC: An All-Day Dining Concept
Tea & Toast
Forbestown, BGC
Tea & Toast is a brunch restaurant led by Pamela Chuateco, the restaurant’s F&B Director and a graduate of Le Cordon Bleu.
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The menu highlights French-inspired dishes such as the Mushroom Toast (Php 575), Salmon Tataki (Php 645), and Kani Aburi (Php 999). Guests can also enjoy dining at its pet-friendly outdoor terrace.
Mushroom Toast (Php 575)/IMAGE from Tea & Toast
Kani Aburi (Php 999)/IMAGE from Tea & Toast
Also Read: Tea & Toast in BGC: A Spot Built Around Rich Flavors
GotSoul MNL
Forbestown, BGC
GotSoul MNL is a modern tapas bar that blends food, music, and nightlife in one space. Created by renowned DJ Jojo Flores, the venue features a dedicated DJ booth and professional sound systems.
IMAGE from GotSoul MNL
The menu focuses on shareable dishes inspired by Spanish and Filipino flavors, including the Kingfish Tostada (Php 290) and Chicken Inasal Paella (Php 390).
Kingfish Tostada (Php 290) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Chicken Inasal Paella (Solo: Php 390) / IMAGE from Philippine Primer
Also Read: GotSoul MNL in BGC: A Hi-Fi Listening Bar for Modern Tapas and Soulful Nights
Kaori
Park Triangle Mall, BGC
Kaori Coffee in BGC is a specialty coffee café designed around Japanese minimalism. The space incorporates natural materials such as stone and wood, creating a calm atmosphere for coffee enthusiasts.
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For drinks, Kaori offers both classic and signature selections and among it is the Iced Matcha Latte (Php 250) is made with oat milk by default, served unsweetened with agave available on request and for light meals, among the recommended is the Smoked Salmon (Php 395)
Iced Matcha Latte (Php 250)/IMAGE from Kaori
Smoked Salmon (Php 395)/IMAGE from Kaori
Alongside its specialty coffee offerings, the café provides a quiet setting for casual meetings, studying, or remote work.
Also Read: Kaori in BGC: A Peaceful Corner for Specialty Coffee and Toasts
Kenshin Japanese Izakaya
Burgos Circle, BGC
Kenshin Japanese Izakaya opened its BGC branch in April 2026, bringing its popular Japanese comfort food and affordable drinks to the district. Signature dishes include the Burger Steak (Php 369) featuring a 300-gram handmade hamburger steak with demi-glace sauce, and the Wagyu Steak (Php 999).
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Diners can also enjoy the Yakitori KIWAMI Moriawase (Php 499) and one of the area’s most affordable Sapporo Draft Beer (Php 129). The restaurant also features second-floor seating and a private room for up to eight guests.
Yakitori KIWAMI Moriawase (Php 499)/IMAGE from Kenshin Japanese Izakaya Restaurant
Also Read: Kenshin Japanese Izakaya in Makati: Indulge in Authentic Japanese Favorites All in One Place
Torisanwa
Mitsukoshi BGC
Torisanwa marks the Philippine debut of the historic Japanese restaurant brand founded in Nagoya in 1900.
Specializing in premium chicken cuisine and its signature Oyakodon, the restaurant is known for using Nagoya Kōchin, one of Japan’s most prized native chicken breeds.
Oyakodon/IMAGE from Torisanwa Philippines’ Facebook page
With more than a century of history and nearly 100 stores across four countries, Torisanwa brings authentic Nagoya flavors and traditional Japanese craftsmanship to Manila.
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