The Manila outpost of the globally-renowned Nobu Restaurant is among the 57 Nobu locations in the world celebrating the 30th anniversary of the brand. The milestone celebrates Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s culinary innovation and vision, capturing the essence of his innovative take on Japanese cuisine with Peruvian ingredients.
Each featured dish, from new creations to classic dishes, is imbued with Chef Nobu’s personal story, from the early days of the Nobu restaurant’s history, to the present, to his vision for the future. Known for his service trademark “kokoro,” which means “from the heart,” the restaurant now presents an anniversary menu that embodies the chef’s philosophy of humility, gratitude, and hospitality.
For the occasion, Nobu presents a special five-course dinner omakase menu offered worldwide from October 7 to 13. Guests can experience the limited-time special tasting menu priced at P8,871.43 net per person, which commences with a four-way starter of Toro Tartar, Salmon Tataki in Karashi Su Miso, White Fish Tiradito, and Yellowtail Jalapeño. To further whet the appetite, a selection of carefully prepared sushi is served: Tuna Nigiri, White Fish with Maldon Salt and Lemon Juice, Scallops with Dry Miso, and Nori Taco with Caviar. The dinner experience continues with Black Cod Butter Lettuce and Crab Amazu Ponzu, followed by Japanese Beef Anticucho with Hijiki Seaweed, Grilled Tomato, and Oshinko. The meal concludes on a sweet note with a selection of mini desserts: strawberry cheesecake, milk chocolate and sesame cream, and mochido. The meal includes a full taste of Nobu’s signature dressings and sauces that define Nobu’s New Style cuisine.
Complementing the dinner menu is the restaurant’s impressive indoor restaurant space that includes two private dining rooms and five picturesque open-air floating cabanas surrounded by waterworks and a lush garden, making it a perfect spot for alfresco dining.
For pre-dinner cocktails or simply to hang out, Nobu Manila also offers during the same period Nobu’s Anniversary Bar Bites, comprised of Spicy Miso Chips, Nobu Nori Tacos, Lobster Ceviche Butter Lettuce, Seafood Harumaki Caviar, Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna, Wagyu Dumplings, Chilean Sea Bass Umami Butter Lettuce, and Tuna Asparagus Cut Roll. Guests can opt to lounge at the Nobu bar, cabanas, or main dining area and pair their choice of bar bites with the featured anniversary cocktail Matsuhisa Martini or their favorite beverage.
Heightening the Nobu anniversary experience and hip vibe at Nobu Manila are entrancing DJ tracks featured from Thursday to Saturday, 7 to 10 pm, as part of the “Sounds of the City” music entertainment that is currently drawing music lovers to the resort.
Nobu Hotel guests can likewise satisfy their cravings any time in the comfort of their room, as the in-room dining menu also offers the anniversary special Four-Way Starter selection of Toro Tartar, Salmon Tataki in Karashi Su Miso, White Fish Tiradito, and Yellowtail Jalapeño.
Nobu Manila is open from 5 to 10 pm, Sunday to Thursday, and until 11 pm every Friday and Saturday. For inquiries and reservations, call tel. no. 8800-8080 or e-mail noburestaurant@cod-manila.com. For more information, visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com.
