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Across the globe, Nobu Matsuhisa, or Nobu, is celebrated for his fusion cuisine characterized by his Japanese-Peruvian inspired creations. With his unique gastronomy gaining the attention of epicures in more than 30 cities worldwide, Mr. Matsuhisa’s culinary range has evolved to merge local cultures and the “Nobu Style” through food.
At City of Dreams Manila, we see how Nobu coalesces his signature style with local and international dishes.
Here’s a photo essay of our Nobu Breakfast Experience…
NOBU MANILA
Level 1 Tower 3 Nobu Hotel
Email: NobuRestaurant@cod-manila.com
Telephone: +632 691-2882, 691-2885
Website: http://www.cityofdreams.com.ph
Breakfast Buffet Menu: Page 1 | Page 2 | Breakfast Minis
Rates:
Adult: P1,232
Child (6yo – 12yo): P616
Child (5yo and below): Free
Related Blog Posts:
- NOBU Sunday Brunch: A Special Celebration for a Very Important Person!
- Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and the Best Nobu-fied Breakfast in Manila!
- The NOBU Manila Restaurant Experience (A Review)
Scrambled Eggs, Bagel and Lox Nobu Style, Nobu Ensaymada, Brewed Coffee
With more than 38 Restaurants worldwide, some of Nobu Restaurant’s menu items adapt according to a country’s local ingredients and specialties.
The breakfast buffet is open from 6AM to 10AM daily starting at P1,232 per head for adults; and much like any buffet, there are different stations.
The buffet caters to various breakfast preferences.
Pastries are available—some of which have Japanese touches like Matcha (green tea flavor), Sakura (cherry blossom flower), Miso (fermented soybean paste), and Umeboshi (pickled plum).
Try out their delicious Nobu Ensaymada (pastry with sweet butter frosting and cheese) with a hint of Miso Salt.
The subtle saltiness of the Miso is balanced well with the creamy butter frosting and sweet bread.
If you want a typically light breakfast, you can always opt for their fruit or cereal selections next to the pastries.
Fans that want “dessert for breakfast” should try the black Chia Pudding with dried fruits and nuts—it has an oatmeal-like taste and is extremely textural, a bit like soft fish eggs.
The Mango Sago is one of our favorites—it’s light, not too sweet, and addictively creamy!
Although Japanese cuisine isn’t necessarily known for their breakfast options, Nobu has some Inari Rolls (fried tofu stuffed with rice, sometimes sweet to taste)…
…and Sushi rice topped with Salmon and Green Onions.
A La Carte Menu items like “Tamago Yaki” can be ordered at the omelet station.
You can opt for additions like onions, mushrooms, tomato, spinach, cheddar, bacon, and mixed seafood.
Your Tamago Yaki is made on the spot…
…and is conveniently delivered right to your table.
The “Eggs Your Way” A La Carte item gives you the option of hard boiled, soft boiled, poached, sunny side up, over easy, or over hard eggs.
At the Teppanyaki station, you can request breakfast favorites like pancakes, French toast, or Waffles made on the spot…all with a Nobu touch.
The Nobu French Toast are dainty cubes with a hint of custard and fruit preserves. We loved these since the toast was so light and fluffy.
If you’re not a fan of Matcha, but love waffles, try not to be deterred by the Green Tea Waffles! The light Matcha flavor goes well with the Shiso Syrup and Cream’s Anise-like notes.
Note: Eat immediately, since the waffles may go soggy.
One of the more unique Nobu experiences was the fusion Congee (rice porridge) at the Hot Dishes Station.
Traditional Japanese toppings like Oshinko (pickled vegetables), Simmered Tofu, and Bonito Flakes are merged with Filipino-Chinese elements.
Typical “Silog” (generic name of dishes consisting of garlic fried rice & viands) meals are also at the Hot Dishes Station.
Pair your Sinangag (fried rice) with Longganiza (sweet-sour, garlicky pork sausage)…
…or the Nobu Tocino (sweet, cured pork).
It tasted a little tangier than the regular Filipino Tocino—we’re guessing they used Rice Wine Vinegar instead of Cane Vinegar in the marinating process.
Other breakfast essentials like crispy bacon…
…and Truffle Eggs can be added to your Silog meals!
For a protein packed breakfast, the Okonomiyaki (Japanese seafood pancake) is a must-try.
Make sure to top off your protein sides with some Tomatoes & Bacon Furikake—the sourness of the tomato is balanced by the salty Furikake seasoning.
All your Hot Food can be enjoyed with different condiments and toppings.
Breakfast Mini | Silken Tofu Hotpot with Bonito Sauce Inaniwa Noodles, Black Cod, Simmered Tofu and Bonito sauce on the side
Nobu has a selection of special Breakfast Minis that can be availed (inclusive of the buffet package)—you can only order a maximum of three items at a time.
The hotpot is minimal and features some of the more essential flavors associated with Japanese cuisine.
Breakfast Mini | Egg Matsuhisa Poached egg, spinach, toasted bao, bonito egg sauce
The lightly toasted Bao (Chinese steamed bun) in place of an English Muffin adds a different textural dimension to the typical Eggs Benedict.
Breakfast Mini | Cheeksilog Miso braised Wagyu cheek, garlic rice, fried egg, papaya relish
Unlike some Tapsilogs, the Cheeksilog’s braised flavorful Wagyu cheek is very tender and lean—highly recommended.
Breakfast Mini | Bagel & Lox Nobu Style Crispy rice, tofu crema, pastrami salmon, red onion
There is a unique experience to be had here, from the surprising bite of the rice “bagel” stuffed with tofu (almost like sour cream) and the smoky flavor of the Pastrami Salmon.
We applaud Chef Nobu and his Filipino team for bringing an exclusive Breakfast Buffet menu to Manila!
NOBU MANILA
Level 1 Tower 3 Nobu Hotel
Email: NobuRestaurant@cod-manila.com
Telephone: +632 691-2882, 691-2885
Website: http://www.cityofdreams.com.ph
Breakfast Buffet Menu: Page 1 | Page 2 | Breakfast Minis
Rates:
Adult: P1,232
Child (6yo – 12yo): P616
Child (5yo and below): Free
Related Blog Posts:
- NOBU Sunday Brunch: A Special Celebration for a Very Important Person!
- Chef Nobu Matsuhisa and the Best Nobu-fied Breakfast in Manila!
- The NOBU Manila Restaurant Experience (A Review)
Live an Awesome Life,
Sheila, Boom, and Sean of Our Awesome Planet Team
Disclosure: Our experience was courtesy of the Nobu Hotel & Restaurant. Read Our Awesome Planet Complete Disclosure Policy here.
P.S. Some food items at the Breakfast Buffet are on rotation, so they may not be available every day. You can check out the menus to see what other options have have aside from the ones we blogged!