The table is set for something special as a feast of firsts arrives at SM City Zamboanga. Known for its rich Chavacano heritage and a culture where meals are meant to be shared, the city’s love for good food takes center stage with a lineup of dining spots making their first-ever arrival in Zamboanga, bringing exciting new flavors to the peninsula.
At your most loved SM, every visit is made to be savored. True to its reputation as the mall of firsts, SM City Zamboanga continues to grow as the city’s premier lifestyle destination, setting the stage for new culinary discoveries and creating a place where every craving, every gathering, and every bite is all for you.
Opening Bites: A Taste Of What’s To Come
The start of a feast sets the tone, and these specialty cafés set the stage for the spread with something quick, calming, and refreshing before you dive into the rest of the flavors waiting at the table.
The Matcha Tokyo
As an opening note to the city’s evolving palate, The Matcha Tokyo at the third level introduces authentic Japanese matcha, bringing ceremonial-grade blends and mindful cafe rituals that hint at a more refined, global taste experience ahead.
Nanyang
Offering a glimpse into richer regional flavors, Nanyang located at the lower ground level brings the comforting classics of Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine with its kaya toasts and kopi, marking the beginning of a broader Southeast Asian dining presence in the city.
The First Plate: For Your Starters
Once the table begins to fill, the starters follow close behind. These dishes bring the first bold bites of the feast, warming up the appetite before your main spread arrives.
Tonala
Kicking off the spread with vibrant Mexican flavors, Tonala located at the third level brings bold, spice-forward dishes. It introduces a lively cuisine that adds depth and variety to the city’s ever-growing food scene.
Bambas by Chef Mick
Bringing a bold fusion of Asian flavors, Bambas by Chef Mick located at the Second Level, Food Court–introduces thoughtfully crafted dishes shaped by global influences. With its creative approach and distinct flavor profile, it offers a refined and memorable start that hints at the evolving dining scene taking shape in the city.
Brique Modern Kitchen
Blending contemporary techniques with familiar favorites, Brique Modern Kitchen located at the upper ground level delivers versatile, modern dishes that bridge comfort and sophistication, setting the stage for the city’s new dynamic culinary landscape.
The Main Spread: Serving Your Mains
The feast is now in full swing as the main spread arrives with big plates and even bigger flavors. Bringing globally loved comfort dishes, these spots serve hearty mains made to be shared and enjoyed together.
Botejyu
Serving up authentic Japanese comfort food, Botejyu located at the lower ground level brings its Osaka roots to the city with its signature okonomiyaki, ramen, and donburi that introduce a deeper, more traditional take on Japanese cuisine to Zamboanga.
Ettas Cucina + Bar
Bringing a more refined yet social dining experience to the city, Ettas Cucina + Bar located at the upper ground level serves up Italian-inspired dishes alongside its curated bar offering that creates a space for elevated mains and good company to come together.
Palm Grill by Chef Miggy
Rooted in family recipes and Southern Mindanao heritage, soon-to-open Palm Grill located at the third level brings deeply authentic flavors shaped by the homecooked dishes of Chef Miggy’s upbringing. Led by the first Mindanaoan chef to earn Michelin recognition, it offers a meaningful and elevated take on regional cuisine, bringing Zamboanga’s rich culinary identity to the forefront of the table.
Sweet Endings: A Room For More
No feast is complete without something sweet, and at SM City Zamboanga , even the final course is just the beginning. Soon-to-open dining spots will bring even more to the table, from Maurizious Gelato’s rich, handcrafted flavors to new experiences like Yappari Steak and Tong Yang, bringing even more dishes to enjoy together.
Let your next great bite be the perfect excuse to call people up and gather, only here at your most-loved mall, SM Supermalls. Where every feast is All For You.
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