Team Sweet or Team Savory: 5 comfort eats to brighten your mood

When you pull back the curtains and see the beginnings of another rainy day, there’s only one thing to do: Cozy up and eat some comfort food to warm you up from the inside out. After all, just because it’s miserable outside doesn’t mean you have to be.

So, we’ve gathered some of the best savory and sweet comfort food picks to brighten your mood and improve your day, gloomy weather or otherwise. Check them out today via the SM Malls Online app.

Ippudo

Nothing beats sipping on and slurping a steaming bowl of ramen on a cool, rainy day. The umami-rich broth, chewy noodles, and savory toppings can warm you up in an instant.

Until September 30, 2026, enjoy 40% off on your total bill when you pay using your BDO Credit Card. Spend a minimum of P2,500 on Ippudo’s top-rated ramen choices and popular side dishes from Mondays to Thursdays (holidays excluded) to get in on this special rainy-day deal (maximum of P2,000 discount). 

Feast on their Akamaru Shinaji (signature crazy tonkotsu ramen with blended miso paste and fragrant garlic oil), Shiromaru Motoaji (clean, traditional Hakata-style tonkotsu broth with thin noodles), or Karaka-Men (bold, spicy pick with special pork dashi, miso, and spicy minced meat).

Valid at any SM branch of Ippudo near you.
Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-264292, Series of 2026

Shakey’s

A hot potato dish is another classic food option to have during dreary days—toasty with a lot of loaded comfort. Get your fill at Shakey’s and order their plus a glass of root beer for only P199 until August 31, 2026. Available for dine-in customers between 2PM and 6PM from Mondays to Fridays.

ICYDK—Shakey’s Loaded Mojos are an upgraded, heavily-topped iteration of the brand’s signature crispy potato slices and come in hearty Chili Con and savory Shawarma.

Valid at any SM branch of Shakey’s near you.

BonChon

Rainy day blues are no match against a hot, extra-crunchy plate of crispy Korean fried chicken from BonChon. Just imagine the hot, juicy meat warming you up when the weather turns chilly—it’s the ultimate comfort food therapy.

Until September 30, 2026, get one (1) free Chikin in the same flavor for every purchase of their 6-piece Chikin Rack for dine-in and takeout transactions. That’s a perfect 7/7 every time! BonChon’s signature Chikin are available in seven (7) flavors—Snow Cheese, Soy Garlic, Spicy, Honey Citrus, Crunchy Garlic, YongNyeom, and Golden Crunch.

Valid at any SM branch of BonChon near you.

Cinnabon

There’s no better time to have a freshly baked and gooey cinnamon roll than on a gloomy day. Pair the sweet treat with a hot cup of coffee for the perfect cozy combo—yum! Now, if you’re a chocolate lover, then you’ve got more reasons to swing by at Cinnabon for your rainy-day comfort fix.

Buy one (1) Choco Rocky Bon and get the second one at 30% off until August 31, 2026. The Choco Rocky Bon is a decadent, chocolate-loaded version of Cinnabon’s classic cinnamon roll with rich chocolate, crunchy pecans, and fluffy mini marshmallows. Share with a pal—or keep both for yourself.

Exclusively available at Cinnabon in SM Aura Premier, SM City Baguio, SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SM City North EDSA, SM City Clark, SM Seaside City Cebu, SM CDO Downtown, SM City Fairview, SM Southmall, SM City Santa Rosa, SM Lanang Premier, SM City Sto. Tomas, SM City Dasmariñas, SM J Mall, SM City Bicutan, SM City Cebu. SM City Iloilo, and SM City Davao.

Auntie Anne’s

Rainy day cure? A warm and soft pretzel from Auntie Anne’s! Your mid-day treat just got twice as sweet, especially now that there’s a buy-1, get-1 deal on their Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Bites for only P140. This delicious deal is available every Monday to Thursday from 12NN to 3PM until September 3, 2026 for dine-in and takeout purchases (maximum of six orders per customer or 12 servings in total).

Auntie Anne’s Apple Cinnamon Cream Cheese Bites are your warm pretzel bites filled with sweet apple and rich cream cheese, dusted in cinnamon sugar for that cinnamon-y goodness—made even better when there’s more to share.

Valid at any SM branch of Auntie Anne’s near you.

SWIPE to cozy up

Dig into our fuss-free rainy day comfort food picks with the SM Malls Online app by following these easy steps.

1. Download the SM Malls Online App and register.
2. Go to the Deals and Shop section to discover hundreds of SWIPE Coupons for mall deals.
3. Save for Later or Redeem your chosen SWIPE Coupon by presenting it to the respective store to avail of the promo.

Don’t let the dreary season drag you down. Max out rainy days when you explore the many restaurants and food joints serving up deals and exclusive discounts on cozy and uplifting comfort eats via SM Malls Online.

Download the SM Malls Online app today, available on Google Play and the App Store for SM Malling Made Easy.