Viral Japanese Resto Hikiniku to Come Opens SM Megamall Branch This September
Mandaluyong foodies no longer need to brave the heavy traffic heading to Bonifacio Global City. The viral Japanese restaurant Hikiniku to Come plans to open its second Metro Manila location very soon.
Fans of the famous “on-the-rice” hamburg steak concept can start lining up at SM Megamall this coming September 2026.
Fresh Charcoal-Grilled Patties Hit Mega Fashion Hall
The management team currently builds the exciting new spot on Level 3 of the Mega Fashion Hall. SM Megamall recently teased the upcoming opening on their official Instagram page to hype up the local dining crowd.
They promised diners a sizzling journey featuring premium beef cuts and perfectly grilled flavors. Fans quickly flooded the comments section with excitement over having a more accessible dining option in the north.
Why Foodies Obsess Over This Dining Experience
Hikiniku to Come revolutionized the Tokyo food scene back in 2020 with its incredibly straightforward menu. Staff members grind 100% fresh beef in-store every single morning while strictly monitoring preparation temperatures.
Skilled chefs then hand-shape the meat and grill the patties over charcoal directly in front of hungry customers. They serve the juicy meat piping hot over premium rice that cooks perfectly in a traditional hagama pot.
Diners sit around a theater-style counter to get a front-row view of the entire cooking action. You can also customize your delicious meal using six signature house-made condiments:
- Classic soy sauce
- Salted lemon with green chili
- Oil-marinated green chili
- Japanese pepper sauce
- Fried garlic flakes
- Mou’s Xinjiang spice mix
Another Win for Standard Hospitality Group
Standard Hospitality Group proudly brought this viral dining concept to the Philippines. You probably know this same powerhouse company from other massive local hits like Yabu, Ippudo Philippines, and Kiwami.
The group successfully opened the first Philippine branch of Hikiniku to Come at Uptown Mall in BGC last October 2025. That flagship location holds the impressive title of being the brand’s largest branch in the entire world.
Now, they bring the exact same premium quality and immersive dining setup straight to the heart of the Ortigas central business district.
Are you excited to try these viral Japanese hamburg steaks without leaving Mandaluyong? Let us know your favorite flavor combos in the comments below!
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