6 Comforting Dishes to Make Mother’s Day Special at Araneta City

Not all celebrations need to be indulgent — especially for mothers who usually prefer wholesome, fresh, and feel-good food. This Mother’s Day, treat her to dishes that are light on the palate but rich in love and flavor.

Skip the heavy, overly indulgent meals and treat them to something that suits their refined and health-conscious taste. At Araneta City, there are restaurants that offer dishes perfect for moms who prefer lighter, more balanced flavors — yet still want something special for their big day.

Here are 6 dishes available in Gateway Mall 2 restaurants that are wholesome and flavorful, and are sure to be prepared with mothers in mind.

Classic Pork Tonkotsu Udon (Botejyu)

📍Ground Floor (Restaurant Collection), Gateway Mall 2

Rich yet balanced, this signature noodle dish features springy udon soaked in pork bone broth that’s slow-cooked to perfection. It’s warm, savory, and satisfying—an ideal meal for moms who love Japanese comfort food.

Mushroom Creamy Pasta (Café Mary Grace)

📍Upper Ground A, Gateway Mall 2

Light, earthy, and full of flavor, this creamy mushroom pasta is a reliable favorite. Café Mary Grace delivers subtle elegance with every bite, making it a go-to for mothers who prefer wholesome, non-greasy options.

Family Sushi Set (Kuro Maguro)

📍World Kitchens, Level 4, Gateway Mall 2

Let mom indulge in a curated Japanese feast with Kuro Maguro’s family set, which includes slices of maguro and salmon sashimi, 7 kinds of sushi, Samurai and Rainbow rolls, and miso soup. It’s a beautifully arranged platter that brings the full sushi bar experience to the table.

Bonito Tsukemen (The You No Men)

📍World Kitchens, Level 4, Gateway Mall 2

For moms who enjoy bold and unique flavors, this dipping ramen from The You No Men is a standout. The noodles are served separately from a savory bonito-based broth, letting diners dip and savor at their own pace—a thoughtful, flavor-forward experience.

Seoul-ful Warm Protein Bowl (SaladStop)

📍Ground Floor (Coliseum Plaza), Gateway Mall 2

Healthy doesn’t have to be boring. This Korean-inspired warm bowl from SaladStop! is both vibrant and filling, featuring pork galbi, kimchi, egg roll, crisp greens, and a refreshing Yuja vinaigrette. It’s the kind of meal moms will appreciate for both its flavor and balance.

Japanese Milk Cheesecake and Cookies (Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory)

📍Ground Floor (Restaurant Collection), Gateway Mall 2

Finish off the day with a dessert that’s delicately sweet and soft on the palate. Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory’s milk cheesecake is airy and indulgent, while their signature cookies deliver the perfect bite-sized treat without overwhelming the senses.