Kenji Tei - Santa Cruz

There are quite a number of good Japanese Restaurants here in the Philippines, but I have to say that this one is, by far, the best. The food is amazing, the service is good, and the ambiance is perfect for almost any occasion. But what sets this restaurant apart from the others, is it's CONSISTENCY. Have you ever been to a restaurant, eat praise worthy food, tell your friends about it and bring them to visit, only to have them and you disappointed because the food just didn't taste the same as when you first had it? I know I have, and the experience is quite unpleasant.This is what separates 'Kenji Tei Nuvali ' apart from the rest. I've been to this restaurant quite A LOT, and time and time again, I left with a full-stomach and wonderful experience. The food is consistently amazing and cooked to perfection. Surely a go-to place for a special occasion, to impress a date, or when you simply want to eat good food.

The Mano Tofu Ramen is a meal to cherish. The Kani Salad is a good sized diet dish. And I like that the staff are mature, friendly, knowledgable, and familiar faces. A restaurant that is able to keep its staff is well managed, and worth many revisits.

I've been waiting for a good Japanese restaurant here in Nuvali. Since Kenji Tei in ATC is ok, I thought it would be the same experience. Food is good but service is way terrible. It takes long before they give you a menu, then again when they take your orders, then again when they serve the food and finally when they give you the bill and your change. I think I spent more time waiting than eating!

I absolutely adore the crispy California maki at this restaurant! The portion size is very generous and it will definitely leave you feeling satisfied. It pairs perfectly with a side of Shoyu sauce.

Oh my goodness! The ramen was incredibly delicious, with a rich and flavorful broth. This is the best restaurant I have tried in the Philippines. Definitely give them a try, you won't be disappointed. Overall, it wasn't just because we were hungry that we enjoyed our meal, everything was simply magical!