What a "Kuya" means? Who is "Kuya"?
"Kuya" is a Filipino term of endearment and respect used for a male older than you and especially that you are close with. So you can call your older male brother, cousin, older male friend. Someone who takes care of you, protect you and trying everything he can, gives you something you want.
If you call a close someone who does something for you, it's 'kuya." It’s when Kuya cooks for you and just imagine Kuya preparing his delicious dishes for you every time. You would definitely want to be present at every dinner. Because everything is special, when it comes to Kuya.
That is the picture that will be always captured in the new restaurant in town, Kuya J.
We were excitingly witnessed an opening of the Kuya J Restaurant in SM Novaliches, Quirino Highway, Quezon City. Kuya J started the Filipino cuisine in Cebu and now is opening more here in Metro Manila.
Kuya J is a casual Filipino cuisine restaurant that offers great gastronomic delights using quality and unique tasting dishes in a homey dining experience that relaxes you, enveloping you with the warmth and care of a brother.
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| Miss Gelli Victor , the event host |
Kuya J values meaningful bonds above anything else. That is why he serves delectable Filipino dishes in a comfortable atmosphere. The interiors themselves feel a lot like Kuya’s room: the modern dining furniture, the warm lighting fixtures and the signature bookshelves filled with books of various topics. Once you step inside, you’ll be received with a wholehearted welcome and a good-natured staff.
Kuya J promotes family gatherings and love for food, that’s why affordability is a must. So don’t worry about the price points because Kuya J will always give a value for money. You’ll even be surprised at how much you can eat on a limited budget. At Kuya J’s, there’s more fun for everyone.
What can you expect from Kuya J? You can always count on him to adapt local cuisine and add a different spin to each dish. His signature dishes, namely Crispy Pata, Grilled Scallops, Lumpia Presko, Crispy Catfish and Tablea Coffee Flan are definitely a must try.
Luckily and super enjoy, we were able to sample almost all of the food available on their menu during the opening at SM City Novaliches. Starting from the Appetizers, Soups, Salads, House Specialties and Desserts!
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KUYA J’S CRISPY PATA
Perfectly deep-fried pork skin, with tender juicy pata meat. Crispy delicious! Specialty ni Kuya!
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| KARE-KARE |
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| GUINATAANG MONGGO |
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| BINAGOONGAN RICE |
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| POCHERO |
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| TOKWA'T BABOY in Soy-Suba Sauce |
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LUMPIA PRESKO
Sautéed crabmeat and bamboo shoots stuffed in rolled malunggay-infused wrapper with sweet garlic sauce. Ito ang favorite ng date ni Kuya.
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| MANGGA TUNA SALAD |
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| CHORIZO DINAMITAS with Garlic Dip |
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GRILLED SCALLOPS
Grilled scallops na punong-puno ng cheesy butter topping. Favorite ni Kuya!
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MANGO PANDAN
Ang classic panghimagas, creamy mango pandan. Ito ang favorite ni Kuya.
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TABLEA COFFEE FLAN
Batangas tablea-flavored flan with coffee caramel topped with dried coconut meat and cream.
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Kuya J has finally arrived in Manila to share his brotherly love, in the form of his delicious meals. Just last Saturday, celebrity siblings Camille and John Prats plus Phil and James Younghusband graced the opening of Kuya J at SM City Novaliches to spend their sibling bonding moments along with other guests.
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| Camille and John Prats |
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| Phil and James Younghusband |
Aside from SM Novaliches, Kuya J has also opened branches in SM City Marikina, SM City BF Parañaque and SM Sta. Mesa. Kuya J will soon open a branch in GMA, as well as stores in nearby Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao.
So that eventually, Kuya J will spread his brotherly love all over the country!
If you’re looking for a place to spend quality time with your loved ones, especially your Kuya, look no further than Kuya J. It’s a unique dining experience you should never pass up. ‘Yan si Kuya, laging special!
Enjoy the wonderful world of Kuya J! Kuya J’s unique twist on Filipino cuisine is no doubt, a special treat for the appetite. So embrace Kuya’s love and try out his featured dishes! And expect for more stories of Kuya J. . . Ang luto ni Kuya, masarap talaga and .... masarap pa ikwento!
Visit Kuya J outlets nationwide:
Kuya J- SM Novaliches
Ground Floor SM Novaliches
Quirino Avenue, Quezon City
Kuya J - SM City Sta. Mesa
3rd Floor SM City Sta. Mesa
Sta. Mesa, Metro Manila, Philippines
(02) 254.8148
Kuya J - SM City BF Parañaque
3rd Floor, SM City Parañaque, Metro Manila, Philippines
(02) 478.7810
Kuya J - SM City Marikina
Ground Floor Level, SM City Marikina
Marikina City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Kuya J Escario corner Tojong Street, Brgy Camputhaw, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines 6000
(032) 260.2991
Kuya J - SM City Cebu
Upper Ground Level, SM City Cebu
Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines 6000
(032) 266.8600
Kuya J - SM City Consolacion
Ground Level, SM City Consolacion
Consolacion, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines 6001
(032) 266.8688
