Korean-Inspired Spots in Metro Manila for a Pre-Concert Day Out
Last Updated on November 10, 2026 by Don Werner Salas
Concert plans often begin well before the queue at the venue. A Korean barbecue dinner, a café catch-up or a salon appointment can turn the lead-up to a K-pop show into a day out with friends.
With more concerts and fan meets on the calendar, ride-hailing app inDrive Philippines has shared a list of Korean-inspired places around Metro Manila. The stops span Taguig, Makati, Manila and Quezon City.
They are not all close together, though. It makes more sense to pick one neighbourhood at a time, especially if you have a ticketed show to reach later.
Korean Barbecue in BGC and Makati
For a group meal, Sariwon Korean Barbecue at Bonifacio High Street Central in BGC is one option. Its menu includes bulgogi, galbi and Korean dishes to share. The restaurant is at C2, Bonifacio High Street Central, 7th Avenue, Taguig City.
Sariwon works well for a sit-down dinner with fellow fans. However, set aside enough time to order, eat and settle the bill. A table-grill meal is not the stop to squeeze into a short gap before concert doors open.
In Makati, WOORI Korean BBQ House offers a different take on barbecue. The family-run restaurant serves premium cuts, including Korean hanwoo beef and Jeju black pork. Find it on the ground floor of Green Sun at 2285 Chino Roces Avenue.
WOORI leans toward a longer, more considered meal rather than an unlimited-meat format. It is worth checking the menu and booking arrangements before gathering a larger group.
Korean Cafés for a Fan Catch-Up
A coffee stop gives everyone time to catch up, trade photocards or review concert-day plans. JinJee Korean Cafe at 2059 Laong Laan Road in Sampaloc, Manila, serves Korean-style snacks and drinks. Its menu has included egg-drop sandwiches, street toast and matcha.
JinJee is better treated as a casual stop than a large event space. Check seating before bringing a big group, particularly during busy student hours.
Over in Bangkal, Café 1911 sits at 1911 Capt. M. Reyes Street, Makati. This Korean-inspired neighbourhood café is known for its light interiors, coffee and pastries. It suits a smaller meet-up or a break between other errands in the area.
Planning a cupsleeve gathering? Ask the café about group size, decorations and any reservation rules first. Neither venue should be assumed to host private fan events without approval.
Korean Salons in Quezon City
A haircut is easier to plan before concert day than on the morning of the show. Moridu Art at 33 Scout Santiago in Diliman, Quezon City, is a Korean-style salon associated with cuts and down perms. Appointments and the time needed for a treatment are worth checking in advance.
Mija Korean Salon is another option in Quezon City. Its branch is on the second floor of Il Terrazzo Mall, near Tomas Morato and Scout Madriñan. It is a place to ask about Korean-inspired cuts, colour and perm services.
Bring clear reference photos rather than relying on the name of a celebrity hairstyle. Tell the stylist about your hair texture and how much daily styling you can manage. For colour or chemical treatments, ask about timing and aftercare before booking.
A Korean Spa Stop Needs an Availability Check
The original list also names Jjimjbang Hotel Spa at 641–643 Remedios Street in Malate, Manila. It has offered Korean-style sauna and massage facilities, but recent public notices say the venue is temporarily closed and undergoing renovation.
There is no confirmed reopening date in those notices. Do not build a spa visit into a fixed itinerary unless the venue confirms that its facilities have reopened.
Plan Around the Travel Time
For a shorter Makati outing, pair WOORI with Café 1911, then leave extra time for the ride between them. BGC barbecue works as its own meal stop, while the two Quezon City salons make more sense as appointments on another day.
The list comes from inDrive Philippines, which offers app-based rides in the country. Its Philippine service page says passengers can check driver ratings, arrival estimates and vehicle types. Fares follow local transport regulations, so do not count on a fixed discount for a busy concert night.
Before setting off, check current opening hours, salon reservations and the concert organiser’s entry rules. Choose a couple of stops you will actually have time to enjoy rather than crossing the whole metro in one afternoon.
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