Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant will open soon in 2022. We will provide clean and new place u can enjoy real Japanese Food Wasyoku with your friends, family and customers. We have many VIP rooms you can get privacy and distance. We hope we will see you soon!
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The Real Deal in Malate: Royal Sakura
If you want legit Japanese food in the heart of Malate, Royal Sakura is the place to be. You know a place is authentic when you see so many Japanese customers dining there—it’s like a little slice of Tokyo in Manila.
• Authenticity at its Best: This isn’t your typical “fusion” spot. From the freshness of the fish to the precision of the flavors, the food here is the real deal.
• The Crowd Speaks for Itself: The fact that so many Japanese people eat here is the best testimonial you could ask for. It’s always buzzing with people who know what good Japanese food should taste like.
• Incredible Lunch Sets: If you’re looking for value, their lunch menu set is a total winner. It is definitely worth the money, offering a complete, high-quality meal that leaves you full and satisfied without breaking the bank.
Whether you’re craving authentic sushi, ramen, or a solid bento, Royal Sakura delivers every time. It’s easily one of the most reliable Japanese spots in the area!
… moreObbieee
I really love Royal Sakura! Their sashimi is really good. The tonkatsu could still be improved a bit, but overall the food is worth it. I’ve already been here more than three times, and I keep coming back because it’s affordable, especially for a Japanese restaurant in Manila. I also like that it’s not usually crowded, so dining feels relaxed.
What made my last visit extra special was during me and my boyfriend’s anniversary. (He booked a table in advance) and while we were eating, the staff suddenly surprised us by singing and dancing while bringing out a dessert with “Happy Anniversary” on it I was so happy and touched. Thank you so much for making our celebration memorable! ❤️❤️❤️
100% would dine again!
… moreKana Miya
I visited in mid-July and they had a limited-time otoro (fatty tuna) rice bowl. It would cost twice as much in Japan, so it felt like a great deal here. The staff were very polite and kind. They have a wide variety on the menu, so I’d love to try more dishes. Lunch is more affordable, so I’d definitely like to come back for lunch again.
… moreJames Yen
I really like the food here, some dishes you cannot find in other Japanese restaurants.
Very delicious and good service.
… moreLen Gomez
Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant in Malate offers an exceptional dining experience with authentic Japanese cuisine. The food is amazing, with fresh sashimi, sushi, and hearty set meals. The service is superb, with attentive staff ensuring a pleasant visit. The restaurant also offers premium Japanese whiskies and a cozy ambiance, making it a great spot for both casual and special occasions.
… moreDenny Ruan
Amazing Japanese restaurant.
My wife have shellfish allergy, but their shellfish dishes didn’t trigger to her, which mean the ingredients super fresh and safe.
Service also nice and friendly.
Highly recommend business meeting or hang out with friends.
… moreteddy castillo
my new favorite japanese resto surprised to find this gem right at the heart of Malate. the dishes we ordered and ate were as authentic as japanese cuisine can get. the quality and taste are at par if not better than tanabe’s. did i forget to mention that the place was squeaky clean? a definite plus for me .there were two standby food servers at the side making sure that all our needs are immediately attended to. the food servers are trained well and highly professional at their job. I called up for our reservation and when we arrived outside the restaurant, I was completely taken by surprised because the security attendant was obviously advised of our arrival since he was already waiting to guide us on where to park . remedios st. where it is located is under construction but worth the little trouble.
please go and try this superb resto!
I can’t wait to go back to try their other dishes
congratulations and keep it up!
… moreBender Rodriguez
Had their Chirashi and Gyoza. For the chirashi, serving size is a bit small. Taste is ok, not great though. What I noticed immediately is the size of the grain of the sushi rice, a bit on the bigger size and it doesn’t have the “zing” of sushi vinegar. They also don’t put slices of hamachi and chutoro compared to T*nabe. Their unagi though is pretty nice. Still felt a bit hungry, ordered the Gyoza. Nice thin skin so you taste the filling more. Filling is juicy and the porky taste is light which I prefer. Staff are very attentive and polite. Very clean and spotless. Worth a visit.
This is a continuation of my review. Returned to try their curry soba lunch set menu also ordered their 3 kinds sushi plate. The curry soba set is plentiful. It has veggies, potato salad, diced tuna over rice, chawanmushi and the udon itself. Curry is not too soupy or too thick, consistency is just right. It has potatoes, carrots, beef and pork slices.Soba is chewy and bouncy. Diced tuna over rice is ok. Tuna is fresh, however I believe they used ordinary steamed rice for this. Chawanmushi is also good, nice eggy taste, bouncy and smooth. A bit wattery at the bottom maybe because it sat for while.
As for the sushi platter, it has tuna, salmon and hamachi. Slices are nice and thick, no funkiness in taste and very fresh. Salmon and hamachi are fatty. Dish is presented really well as the photo shows, it even has some wakami (kelp) on the side. Both dishes are well worth the money. 5 stars for the lunch set.
Lastly, they have japanese chefs inside the cooking/frying area and sushi bar which I believe helps maintain food authenticity, quality and consistency.
… morerolly vallejo
Royal Sakura Japanese Restaurant offers a superb dining experience. The ambiance seamlessly combines tradition and modernity. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the food is a delight – from fresh sashimi to artfully crafted sushi rolls. Impeccable service and a commitment to excellence make it a must-visit for those craving an authentic and memorable Japanese culinary adventure. Highly recommended!
… moreAP L
First time to try out this restaurant and was not disappointed! Parking was not difficult when we arrived, but I assume that it’s difficult to find parking at other times of the day since it’s only street parking. Kuya guard was helpful and assisted us in parking, just let him know that you’re going to dine! From the getgo, staff was very accomodating and very courteous. Once sat down, we were approached by a staff and was offered of what we assume as fresh and limited ingredients they have for the week. We ordered the Nama Maguro which consists of 3 kinds of tuna sashimi (ootoro, akami, chutoro), Wagyu Sukiyaki, and the Una Gyu. Everything tastes fresh and cooked perfectly! You have the option to cook the sukiyaki yourself, but we had the staff cook the sukiyaki for us. The menu says that the sukiyaki was only good for 1, but we found that it can be good for 2 people for that amount of food. I think the only negative I can say is that the rice for the Una Gyu lacks that distinct taste of japanese rice.
Overall, our experience is great and would definitely come back here again to try other stuff on the menu!
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