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Japanese restaurant in Pasay City, Metro Manila
What should I order at Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA?
What to order
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Rosu Katsu
Mentioned multiple times as filling, crispy, and well-balanced with a good meat-to-fat ratio; reviewers also liked the generous set meals and sides that come with it.
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Tonkatsu Premium
Called the best one by a reviewer, making it stand out as a top recommendation for its especially strong taste and overall quality.
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Sashimi
Recommended in a positive review alongside other Japanese dishes, with the reviewer saying it tasted amazing and was made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
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Tempura
Praised in the same review as the sashimi for tasting amazing and being prepared with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
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Pork Katsu
Specifically mentioned as part of an excellent Japanese meal, with reviewers highlighting its authentic taste and fresh ingredients.
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Cheese Sticks
Highlighted as a personal favorite by one reviewer, making it a standout side or appetizer that they especially loved.
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Lava Cake
Described as a showstopper and the best dessert to end the meal, making it the most clearly recommended sweet item.
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Salmon Katsu
Included in a set meal that was praised for being freshly prepared and satisfying, with good-quality ingredients.
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Ebi Katsu
Also part of the well-liked set meal selection, noted for freshness, good quality, and satisfying portions.
Details
Location
2/F North Wing, Mall of Asia Complex, MOA, Pasay City, Metro Manila, PH
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM to 9:30 PM |
About Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA
Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA is a Japanese restaurant in Pasay City, Metro Manila, known for katsu dishes, katsudon, katsu curry, and generous set meals. Reviewers consistently praise the crispy pork cutlet, the rosu katsu, the unlimited rice, cabbage, miso soup, and fruit sides, along with attentive service and clean dining areas. The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, trendy, and a bit upscale, and the branch is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining. It sits in the ₱500–1,000 range, and many guests say the portions and refills make the price feel worthwhile.
Amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great dessert
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
- Usually a wait
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA known for?
It is best known for katsu, especially rosu katsu and pork cutlet sets with crispy breading and well-cooked meat. Reviewers also highlight the unlimited rice, cabbage, miso soup, and watermelon or other fruit sides as part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA?
The most recommended items are rosu katsu, pork katsu, katsudon, katsu curry, and the salmon or ebi katsu sets. Reviewers also mention the lava cake and cheese sticks as memorable add-ons, with the tonkatsu sauce and salad dressing often singled out for making the meal better.
What is the atmosphere like at Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA?
The branch is described as casual, cozy, trendy, and somewhat upscale, with a clean and comfortable dining room. It suits groups, tourists, and solo diners, though some reviews note that peak lunch hours can be noisy and seating can feel cramped.
Is Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ₱500–1,000, and many reviewers say the portions are generous enough that you will not leave hungry. Unlimited rice, cabbage, miso soup, and fruit sides are a big part of the value, especially for diners ordering katsu sets or rosu katsu.
How long is the wait at Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA?
Wait times can be long, with some diners reporting more than an hour or about 1.5 hours to get seated during busy periods. Other visits had only a 5 to 10 minute wait, so the best time to go is when it is not peak lunch or dinner.
Is parking available at Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA kid-friendly?
Yes, Yabu: House of Katsu SM MOA is good for kids.
