Kong
Ayala Triangle Gardens, Makati
Restaurant in Makati, Philippines
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Book Kong for an adult dinner in Makati that needs energy, open-fire cooking, a wine program with real backing. It is strongest for dates, birthdays, business hosting, groups who want modern Asian dishes without a stiff fine-dining mood. Go elsewhere if the priority is quiet conversation or a child-friendly meal.
About Kong
For a smart-casual meal in Makati, Kong is a modern Asian open-fire restaurant with a fun fine-dining description, a listed price of about $40 per person, signature dishes including noodles, beef brisket, fried chicken, wagyu, dessert.
The strongest fit is a lunch or dinner plan centered on Kong’s confirmed cuisine and signature dishes. For a broader scan before committing, the Makati restaurants guide is the right place to cross-check the city’s dining options, while the Makati bars guide can help with wider planning in Makati.
Modern Asian open-fire dining in Makati
The kitchen’s description is modern Asian open-fire fun fine dining. Executive Chef and co-owner Gerard “Gezza” d’Ombrille leads the restaurant, the listed menu details give diners a useful sense of the style through its confirmed signature dishes.
Those signature dishes are Chilli Jam Noodles, Sambal Noodles, Rolled Rice Noodles with Beef Brisket, Fried Chicken with Dry Green Curry, Tajima Wagyu Steak & Skewer, Roasted Banana with Ganache and Vanilla Ice Cream. Together, they show a range that includes noodles, beef brisket, fried chicken, wagyu, dessert within Kong’s modern Asian open-fire direction.
Kong also has confirmed recognition from Wine Spectator, with an Award of Excellence in 2026. Treat that as a useful signal rather than the whole reason to book: the clearest draw remains the combination of modern Asian open-fire cooking and a smart-casual setting in Makati.
Book it for planned lunch or dinner
Kong is a practical option to consider when the plan calls for modern Asian open-fire cooking in Makati. The listed price of about $40 per person gives a starting point for planning, though final spend will depend on what the table orders.
Kong is open daily for lunch and dinner, with hours listed as 11:30 AM–3 PM and 5:30–10 PM from Monday through Sunday. Smart casual dress is the stated code, so plan for a polished but not overly formal meal. For a planned meal, it is sensible to confirm current availability directly with the restaurant.
Planning details
- Location
- Ayala Triangle Gardens, Paseo De Roxas, cor Makati Ave, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines
- Website
- kong.ph
- Phone
- (63) 9-279-893549
Venue details
Ambiance
High-energy open-fire restaurant with a playful, fun take on fine dining, combining bold modern Asian flavors with a lively, buzzy atmosphere suited to adults and groups.
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Extended Experience
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- Chilli Jam Noodles
- Sambal Noodles
- Rolled Rice Noodles with Beef Brisket
- Fried Chicken with Dry Green Curry
- Tajima Wagyu Steak & Skewer
- Roasted Banana with Ganache and Vanilla Ice Cream
Planning details
Location
Ayala Triangle Gardens, Paseo De Roxas, cor Makati Ave, Makati City, Metro Manila, Philippines · Directions
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kong worth booking in Makati?
Yes, if you want modern Asian open-fire cooking in a smart-casual setting. Kong’s details include a fun fine-dining description, a listed price of about $40 per person, signature dishes such as Chilli Jam Noodles, Fried Chicken with Dry Green Curry, Tajima Wagyu Steak & Skewer.
What should I order at Kong?
Consider the signature dishes: Chilli Jam Noodles, Sambal Noodles, Rolled Rice Noodles with Beef Brisket, Fried Chicken with Dry Green Curry, Tajima Wagyu Steak & Skewer, Roasted Banana with Ganache and Vanilla Ice Cream. Together, they show the restaurant’s modern Asian open-fire direction.
Can Kong accommodate groups?
Kong may suit a modern Asian lunch or dinner plan, but groups should confirm current availability directly with the restaurant.
Is Kong worth the price?
At around $40 per person, Kong is priced for a planned meal in Makati. The value case is strongest if you want modern Asian open-fire cooking and the restaurant’s listed signature dishes.
Is Kong good for a special occasion?
If you are considering Kong for a special occasion, its details include modern Asian open-fire cuisine, smart-casual dress, daily lunch and dinner hours. Confirm current availability directly with the restaurant when planning.
