A visit to SM never gets old because there’s always something new and exciting to discover and experience. If you haven’t visited SM North Edsa in a while, then you might be surprised to learn that the mall actually has a lot of new restaurants, stores, and activities that you are sure to love. Here’s a rundown so you don’t miss a thing.
All aBOARD XP by Gaming Library
Location: The Block, Level 4
If you’re looking for a fun way to pass the time with your loved ones, visit All aBoard and take your pick from their wide array of board games. Play some of your all-time favorites, learn brand new games, meet new friends, build bigger circles, and foster friendly competition. This collective space is perfect for beginners, casual board game players, and longtime tabletop gamers because there’s something for everyone to immersive themselves into. The best part is that their staff is super helpful. They can recommend games, teach you how to play them, and even moderate games for you. If you fall in love with any of the games while you’re there, you can buy them, too!
LOST
Location: The Block, Level 4
Another fun activity to try with your family and friends is LOST, the ultimate escape room experience. With 12 branches all around the world (in Hong Kong, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam, China, and the UAE), LOST has finally brought their state-of-the-art technology to the Philippines. Even if you’ve already tried escape rooms before, they bring a whole new level of excitement and thrills to the table. Their creative team of developers has put each escape room together so you can feel like you’ve been transported to a whole other universe. Navigate and work through mind-bending puzzles with your team and solve clues together in order to escape in time. Good luck and have fun!
Kidzooona
Location: City Center, Level 3
If you’re visiting SM North Edsa with kids, Kidzooona SM North Edsa is a unique edutainment center for children where they won’t just have a ton of fun but will also naturally develop their communication skills, manners, and tolerance while playing together. Kidzooona aims to teach children to take care of each other while nurturing their growth and fulfilling their desire to have fun in the process. Kidzooona’s Japanese-style hospitality along with their carefully-selected playground equipment and experiences will allow you to enjoy and bond with your kids as they hone their creativity and social skills at the same time.
MUJI
Location: North Towers, Level 2
MUJI is a household name in Japan for a reason. No matter what you might need, you will almost certainly find it at MUJI. In fact, chances of you walking out with more than what you planned on buying is very high so get ready for the ultimate shopping spree. They have stationery, furniture, fabric, houseware, health and beauty products, electronics, clothing, accessories, and more. The MUJI store in SM North Edsa also happens to be the biggest one in the Philippines so if you’re a MUJI fan, this is definitely a must-visit the next time you’re in the area. This branch of MUJI also features new store design elements like natural and reclaimed wood, sandy walls, and steel mesh panels, making it a true feast for the eyes. The exquisite feel, minimalist look, and tranquil atmosphere will make you feel like you’ve been transported to an actual MUJI store in Japan.
Shake Shack
Location: City Center, L2
Shake Shack’s delicious made-to-order Angus beef burgers, crispy chicken, hand-spun milkshakes, house-made lemonade, beer, wine, and more are now available to hungry fans in Quezon City. You’re probably already familiar with Shake Shack’s offerings but what sets it apart in SM North Edsa is its architectural elements and indoor lush greenery inspired by SM North’s Sky Garden. They also have an airy and invigorating outdoor dining area if you prefer to dine al fresco. Don’t miss their sweet lineup of desserts, either, such as their Berry Bituin concrete. A playful take on Quezon City’s City of Stars moniker and the tagalog word for star (bituin), this dessert perfectly combines sweetness and tartness through vanilla frozen custard blended with strawberry sauce and Auro chocolate chunks, topped with freeze-dried strawberries.
Din Tai Fung
Location: City Center, L2
This award-winning, half-a-century-old Taiwanese restaurant is the perfect place to dine with your family. Known for making the world’s best Xiaolongbao, they’ve also got a ton of other signature dishes for you to try. We highly recommend their Crispy Beef Strips, Fried Rice, and Shrimp and Pork Dumplings. Since the SM North Edsa branch is said to be able to seat 250 people, it’s the perfect place to celebrate big occasions with your loved ones as well.
Lugang Café
Location: City Center, L2
One of the first accessible Taiwanese cafes in the Philippines, Lugang Cafe is said to have popularized xiao long bao in Manila. Other mainstay dishes that have stood the test of time and deserve to be on your must-eat list are their three-cup chicken, Bellagio breeze, and salted egg yolk prawn. If you’ve got a vegetarian in the group, they also have a vegan menu complete with offerings for appetizers, mains, and even desserts.
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Café JangGeum
Location: Skygarden
The hallyu wave has been made more accessible through Café JangGeum at SM North Edsa’s Skygarden. This Korean café offers a variety of food and drinks including notable Korean snacks that we know and love, such as as Tteokbokki, Rabokki, Gunmandu, and Kim Mari. Everything’s super affordable, too! Look forward to buying drinks ranging from only Php130 to Php250 and desserts for as low as Php100.
MN+LA
Location: Annex, L3
MN+LA stands for “Manila meets Los Angeles”. This store is the epitome of both timelessness and fearlessness so if you’re on the lookout for something fierce and fashionable, make sure to check out their wide variety of outerwear, trousers, shirts, shorts and masks that rework their idea of the basics. MN+LA has a nice mix of minimal shades and vibrant patterns that you’ll long to add to your fashion arsenal.
Make sure to visit SM North Edsa often as we always have something exciting for you to discover! You may also shop online at SM Online, indulge in more delicious food at SM Foodcourt, treat yourself to #TechAssured gadgets and accessories at SM Cyberzone, and watch the latest movies at SM Cinema. See you soon!
