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It is often said that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, and dads are definitely no exception. While a hearty, homemade dish is always appreciated, there’s no harm nor shame in leaving all the cooking to the pros, especially on an occasion as special as Father’s Day!
At SM, you and the fam can take your pick out of endless dining options, whether your dad—or granddad—is an Asian cuisine lover, Pinoy food loyalist, or someone who enjoys Western fare (and more). You also have the option to dine in, order for takeout, or have your feast delivered straight to your home. In fact, SM has partnered with Foodpanda to give dads a special treat from June 14 to 20: For a minimum order worth P499 for pick-up or delivery from Foodpanda restaurants at select SM malls, you can get P100 off by using the code DADSDAYATSM.
Prefer to dine in? No problem. You can rest easy knowing that SM implements strict sanitation protocols to ensure the safety of both diners and staff.
If you’re excited to celebrate with good eats, check out these dad-approved restaurants to cater to all kinds of man cravings:
For fans of Southwestern flavors: Gringo – Chicken, Ribs, Friends
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Treat your dad to juicy, fall-off-the-bones ribs and tasty, char-grilled chicken at Gringo, which is also famous for their wide assortment of yummy sides—from the classic mashed potatoes and fries to their signature Cuban rice and garlic mushrooms.
Special treat for dads: If you pre-order between June 5 to 17, 2021 (for delivery between June 18 to 20), you can grab the Dad’s Hero Pack, inclusive of four Quarter Back Ribs, one large mashed potato or Cuban rice, one Grinchos, one choice of pasta, two regular coleslaw, and one 1.5L bottle of Coke, for only P1,599! Want wine with that? Just throw in an additional P399 for a bottle of Tisdale Merlot.
Plus: Don’t miss this SM Malls Online App exclusive offer, too: Get 40% off on all items when you order from the SM Megamall and SM North EDSA branches via the app on June 11 to 12, from 12 noon to 6 p.m. only.
Branches: SM Megamall, SM City Sucat, SM City Fairview, SM City Manila, SM City North Edsa, SM City Baguio, SM City Marilao, SM City Santa Rosa, SM CDO Downtown Premier (For more branches, check out the SM Mall Directory.)
For lovers of Chinese cuisine: TuanTuan
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A Chinese Brasserie, TuanTuan offers Hong Kong comfort food with a French flair—meaning, delicious, authentic Chinese food served in a sophisticated, French-inspired ambience.
Can’t miss this: From June 14 to 20, 2021, enjoy up to 30% discount when you order their special Dad Bundles, which are already good for four to five people. Each bundle includes their famous Crispy Snow Buns, one order of dimsum, one order of noodles, two sides, and three orders (your choice) of claypot rice, signature curry, or noodle soups.
Branches: SM Aura Premier, SM Megamall
For the pasta enthusiast: House of Lasagna
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Satisfy his Italian food cravings and have him choose from this resto’s extensive pasta collection (they offer eight kinds of lasagna!) as well as a bevy of delish mains, including Southern fried chicken, baked prawns, and porchetta pork roast.
Cake alert: No need to go somewhere else for dessert! Get a FREE 9-inch Dark Chocolate Truffle Cake for when you order P3,500 worth of food items from June 15 to 30, 2021. This is available for pick-up only.
Branch: SM City Lipa
For the Filipino food loyalist: Max’s Restaurant
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When it comes to comforting Filipino dishes, you can’t go wrong with Max’s classic fried chicken paired with all-time Pinoy faves like Lumpiang Shanghai, Kare-Kare, Chopsuey, and Pork Sinigang.
Family Deal: Enjoy a scrumptious spread for the whole family with Max’s special bundle, which includes one regular Whole Fried Chicken, one regular Crispy Pata, one Whole Sizzling Tofu, and one order of Lumpiang Shanghai for just P1,799. This is valid for advance orders made until June 16, 2021, with delivery from June 17 to 19, and for late deliveries on June 20, from 7 p.m. until closing time.
Branches: SM Southmall, SM City Dasmariñas, SM City Fairview, SM Seaside City Cebu, SM City Lucena, SM City Naga, SM City Telabastagan, SM City Trece Martires, SM City Valenzuela, SM City Cabanatuan (For more branches, check out the SM Mall Directory.)
For Korean chicken addicts: Bonchon
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Is your dad into all things Korean as much as you? Then he’ll love feasting on yummy K-style chicken at Bonchon (choose from Soy Garlic, Spicy, Honey Citrus, Crunchy Garlic, K-Classic Buffalo or Honey Almond Butter flavors) paired with good ol’ Chapchae, Korean Fried Rice, and some icy Bingsu!
For Appa: Go on a K-date and celebrate with their Saranghae, Appa! Deal: 2-piece Chicken with rice, 3-piece Crispy Fish with rice, and Spicy Beef Stew with rice for just P615 when you order or dine in from June 7 to 30. (You also get 1 liter of their signature iced tea for free!). This offer is also available via Grabfood and Foodpanda.
Branches: SM Megamall, SM Mall of Asia, SMDC Light Mall, SM City Santa Rosa, SM City Marilao, SM City Tarlac, SM City Puerto Princesa, SM City BF Parañaque, SM City Bacoor, SM City Sucat (For more branches, check out the SM Mall Directory)
For a taste of Japanese fusion: Tokyo Bubble Tea
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Nosh on Japanese favorites like California Maki and Ebi Tempura as well as some unexpected Western delights—think Apple-Glazed Grilled Porkchop and Salisbury Hamburg—at this one-stop shop that also serves addictive milk tea and juicy drinks.
Good for two: This Father’s Day, get more bang for your buck with their special For Dad & Me Bundles at only P799: Bundle A includes Takoyaki, Bibimbap, Katsudon and 2 medium drinks; Bundle B includes California Maki, Chicken Katsu, Omurice, Porkchop Doria, and 2 medium drinks; and Bundle C includes California Maki, Sumo Chili Con Sausage, Samurai Apple Burger, and two medium drinks. Promo runs from June 7 to 30, 2021.
Branches: SM Megamall, SM CDO Downtown Premier
For more family-friendly restaurants and Father’s Day treats, visit the nearest SM Mall or check out the complete SM Mall Directory here. For delivery and pick-up options, you can call SM Customer Care at 8876-1111, 0917-8761111 or 0908-8761111.
