SM Supermalls Expands First-in-Cebu Dining Concepts Across Its Malls
SM Supermalls is introducing a wave of first-in-Cebu dining experiences across its properties in the city, bringing in Michelin-recognized brands, globally renowned restaurants, and local culinary favorites as part of its effort to elevate Cebu’s food scene.
At SM Seaside City Cebu, one of the largest retail complexes in the Visayas, recent additions include Italian restaurant Cibo and Taiwanese chain Lugang Café. These join earlier international names such as Hawker Chan and Tim Ho Wan, both of which have received recognition from the Michelin Guide.
SM JMall is also expanding its culinary footprint with the Cebu debut of Hoshino Coffee, a Japanese café known for hand-drip coffee and soufflé pancakes, and Yakiniku Like, a solo-dining grill concept from Japan. The mall will also house Twist & Buckle, a churro specialist brand listed in the Michelin Guide for three consecutive years.
At SM City Cebu, the locally founded ABACA Baking Company has opened its first café concept within an SM mall, offering handcrafted pastries and Cebuano-rooted coffee blends. The mall will also see the launch of a Starbucks branch that incorporates native Filipino design elements—marking the brand’s first store of this kind in the country.
In the coming weeks, more brands are expected to open their first Cebu locations, including Ooma and Manam from The Moment Group, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse, and Nagi Izakaya. These additions are part of a broader strategy to offer diverse dining options that appeal to both local preferences and global trends.
SM Supermalls said the new offerings aim to cater to Cebu’s evolving lifestyle, providing options for solo diners, families, and food enthusiasts seeking both convenience and high-quality cuisine.
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