Gateway to Summer Getaway: Best Restaurant Destinations at Araneta City
From Laboracay to La(bor) Union and anywhere we want to be. With the scorching heat from left to right, our feet will never stop taking us anywhere we want. The same goes for our tongue, which lingers when trying dishes that complement our favorite summer destinations here and abroad.
Though not everyone has the luxury of time to unwind, it is not a reason to forbid ourselves from indulging in tourist-loving cuisines. Let Gateway Mall 2, our most comfortable space, take us to the feeling of dining in front of the scenery we love.
Here are the summer foodie getaways inside Gateway Mall 2:
Palenque
Upper Ground B, Gateway Mall 2
This dedicated space inside Gateway Mall 2 will take you to the best of the Philippines in a few steps. From Tindeli to BEL Iloco to Chicken Fandian to Nasi Bale Dutung and the Palm Grill, they represent the diversity of flavors you will ever look forward to. A souvenir shop, fruit and vegetable corners, and a cone of ice cream await everyone looking for a tourist experience at the heart of every craving.
World Kitchens
4th Level, Gateway Mall 2
A perfect global counterpart to Palenque, this fine dining spot is gaining attraction from local celebrities looking for their new dining spot at reach. As it is known, it offers an exquisite international-grade cuisine experience featuring well-curated recipes from Asador de Manila, Chef Jessie, Prana, Dario’s Pizza, The You No Men, Shinshima, HK Ma’s Bistro, Unagi Yukimitsu, Chef Fung Private Kitchen, and Chef Jessie. It gives us touring the global kitchen, one plate at a time.
Hossein’s
Upper Ground Floor, Gateway Mall 2
This restaurant brings a total Persian and Mediterranean gastronomic experience to the Araneta City-zens. For around forty years, Hosseins has been one of the pioneering Middle Eastern cuisine restaurants in the Philippines. Fall in love with their series of salads, curries, and Kebab.
Cong Caphe
Level 2, Gateway Mall 2
This Vietnamese coffee franchise has always been at the top of the list for travel aficionados en route to the Land of the Blue Dragon. Apart from offering the best of Vietnam to Filipino folks wishing to travel there someday, its coffee recipe is known for its distinctive power to keep you alive, alert, awake, and enthusiastic.
Via Mare
Upper Ground A, Gateway Mall 2
One of the most favorite go-to restaurants by Balikbayans from abroad, Via Mare hosts a variety of Filipinos’ laidback favorites that replicate true Philippine hospitality in every bite, particularly their best-selling Bibingka and Puto Bumbong for all seasons.
Mangan
Upper Ground A, Gateway Mall 2
Inspired by a popular Kapampangan word, its brand lives true to its name and invites us to its curated dishes from the iconic province of Pampanga, known for its creative, passionate, and savory cuisine like no other. Have you ever tried their Sisig ni Mely and Coco Escargot Laksa?
No need to bring your passport, plane tickets, or luggage as you dine in and explore at the Gateway Mall 2 or anywhere in the City of Firsts. Just wear your sunglasses, bring out your family and friends, and experience the best foodie tourist experience right in Araneta City!
