ENBU is a Japanese comfort food spot by Okadaโs culinary team, known for authentic flavors and an intimate red-lantern ambiance that channels a warm Tokyo izakaya vibe. Counter seating offers a front-row view of the kitchen theater, where yakitori is grilled over charcoal and dishes are prepared in an open kitchen.
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ABOUT ENBU
โEnbuโ (ๆผ่) is a Japanese word that means a performance, dance presentation, or martial arts demonstration. The name perfectly reflects the theatrical and energetic spirit of the restaurant, where the artistry of Japanese grilling, robata cooking, and izakaya culture takes center stage. At ENBU, the experience feels like a live culinary performance โ from the smoky charcoal grills and flaming skewers to the vibrant atmosphere that brings guests closer to authentic Japanese dining traditions.
ENBU
๐UG Floor, Crystal Corridor, Coral Wing, Okada Manila
โฐ MonโTue 5 PM โ 11 PM | ThuโSun 11 AM โ 11 PM
โ Closed Wednesdays
๐ +632 8555 5799
๐ https://okadamanila.com/dine/enbu/
BEST OF ENBU
KUSHIYAKI PLATE โฑ1,200 (10 pieces)
Chef’s selection of beef, pork, chicken, seafood and seasonal vegetables
We tried ENBUโs best grilled skewersโfrom yakitori to gyu and buta kushiyakiโeach one perfectly cooked, lightly glazed with their signature barbecue sauce, and fun to eat bite by bite. Best enjoyed with a Japanese beer or highball to kick off good conversations. ๐ข๐บ
Signature Sushi Boat โฑ2,988
Sashimi, Nigiri Sushi, Sushi Roll, Miso Soup
The sushi boat makes a dramatic, shareable centerpiece, featuring standout sashimi like salmon, tuna, hamachi, and white fishโplus uni. The sushi rolls are well curated and served with cucumber, gari, and wasabi for a customizable experience.
Japanese Wagyu Steak 120g โฑ4,200
A5 Wagyu Striploin A5
You can also order A5 wagyu steak, served seared medium-rare, with a personal grill if you prefer to finish it to medium-well. Rich, tender, and beautifully marbled, itโs best enjoyed with rice to balance the flavor.
The grilled hamachi jaw is cooked medium, juicy and milky inside with a crisp, charred skin. Sarap!
Tempura Moriawase โฑ650
Prawn, White Fish, Assorted Mushrooms, Vegetables
The tempura comes already glazed with a sweet sauce, fried to a crisp, crunchy texture, and pairs perfectly with beer.
Pepper Tonkotsu Ramen โฑ650
Creamy Pork Bone Broth, Chashu, Egg, Fishcake, Garlic, Fresh Pepper
ENBU also serves great ramen, featuring a signature creamy pork broth with a peppery kick that keeps you coming back for more. The broth is rich and milky, paired with firm noodles for a satisfying bowl.
Tantanmen Ramen โฑ600
Spicy Ground Pork, Fishcake, Bok Choy
The tantanmen is well-balanced with just the right spice, still creamy and milky, smooth and enjoyable.
Oyakodon โฑ600
Chicken Thigh. Egg. Rice
All the grilled skewers, tempura, and A5 wagyu pair perfectly with riceโso make sure to order a bowl.
Seafood Yakisoba โฑ600
Squid, Shrimp, Vegetables. Steamed Noodles
The yakisoba was decentโsimple and satisfyingโand it was Yugiโs order since he enjoys his noodles.
Cherry Blossom โฑ290
Raspberry Jam, Strawberry Syrup, Cream
For dessert, the kids enjoyed the mocktails, while Yugi especially loved anything ichigo desserts.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Overall, as a Japanese-owned hotel and casino resort, ENBU delivers a Tokyo-level izakaya experience with theatrical flair, authentic flavors, and surprisingly reasonable pricing for its quality. For higher-end Japanese dining, guests can also explore Kappou Yoshi or the intimate 10-seat Ginza Nagaoka sushi bar.
Highly recommended dishes include the kushiyaki, sushi boat for sharing, peppery tonkotsu ramen, and grilled hamachi jaw. Best experienced at night for the full red-lantern ambiance, ideally at the robatayaki counter to watch the live kitchen in action. Budget around โฑ1,500 per head.
Tip: Service can be on the slower side, so itโs best to request courses to be served as theyโre ready rather than all at once.
ENBU
๐UG Floor, Crystal Corridor, Coral Wing, Okada Manila
โฐ MonโTue 5 PM โ 11 PM | ThuโSun 11 AM โ 11 PM
โ Closed Wednesdays
๐ +632 8555 5799
๐ https://okadamanila.com/dine/enbu/
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Disclosure: This article was written entirely by a humanโreflecting my own biases, opinions, and insightsโwith grammar and clarity checked using AI assistance. Thank you to Okada Manila for hosting us.
p.s. ENBU also has alfresco front-row views of Okadaโs famous Fountain Show:
Okada Manila is known for The Fountainโthe worldโs largest multicolor dancing water feature, spanning 37,464 square meters (about 50 Olympic-sized pools). Set within the Crystal Corridor and Crystal Pavilion, it combines light, water, and sound through advanced technology, including underwater robots, over 2,000 lights, dozens of speakers, and 700+ high-powered jets that can shoot water higher than the hotel. It is designed by WET, the team behind the Bellagio and Dubai fountains.
The show starts at 7:00 PM and runs every 30 minutes with different songs until 10:00 PM on weekdays (Monday to Thursday), and until 12:00 MN on Fridays to Sundays.
Songs Include
โ Aerosmithโs โI Donโt Want to Miss A Thingโ
โ Luciano Pavarottiโs โNessun Dormaโ
โ Elvis Presleyโs โFeverโ as interpreted by Michael Buble
โ Adeleโs โSet Fire to the Rainโ
โ Lana Del Reyโs โYoung and Beautifulโ
โ Josh Grobanโs โYou Raise Me Upโ
โ Queenโs โWe are the Championsโ
โ Idina Menzelโs rendition of โLet It Goโ
โ BTSโs โDynamiteโ