The long wait is over. Haidilao finally opens at Level 2 Veranda, Robinsons Galleria Ortigas. Haidilao is known for its fresh, quality ingredients, and warm service.
Haidilao, the world’s most popular hot pot chain, recently opened its second Philippine branch at Robinsons Galleria. This new location on Level 2 of Robinsons Galleria Veranda brings the authentic Chinese hot pot experience closer to the communities of Greenhills, New Manila, and neighboring areas, such as Mandaluyong, San Juan, Pasig, and Quezon City.
Haidilao, which translates to “fishing at the bottom of the sea,” was founded in Jianyang, Sichuan Province, in 1994. Today, it’s a global phenomenon with hundreds of branches worldwide, celebrated for its fresh ingredients, flavorful soups, and unparalleled service. At its core, hot pot is a communal dining experience where diners cook their food in simmering pots of broth. This interactive and social way of eating resonates strongly with Filipinos, whose love for family gatherings and shared meals mirrors the essence of hot pot culture.
This branch boasts of a bigger sauce bar and a cute panda plushie to keep solo diners company. Customers can keep themselves busy while waiting with free manicure and their overflowing mini bar.
For those new to hot pot, Haidilao’s staff are happy to help. Guests can choose up to four soup bases, from the spicy Sichuan broth to milder options like tomato or mushroom. The bulalo is a must-try for Filipinos. Diners can pair these broths with fresh ingredients like beef, shrimp, fish, vegetables, tofu, and dumplings. The staff can even cook for you, knowing exactly how long each item needs—whether it’s just a few seconds for bean curd rolls or a few minutes for dumplings.
If you love to experiment, Haidilao’s Unlimited Sauce Bar is a must-try. For just P99, diners can mix different sauces and condiments to customize their dipping experience, making the meal even more fun and interactive.
Haidilao is about more than just food—it’s about pampering guests. While waiting, customers can enjoy services like manicures, hand massages, and free snacks and ice cream. Kids have a special playroom, and families can enjoy gift packs for children. Expecting mothers receive cute baby socks, and seniors and people with disabilities get extra care.
Make Haidilao’s lovely and vibrant dining area and VIP rooms your next destination for your family celebrations.
The spacious, modern restaurant has 284 seats (about 50 tables), including a semi-enclosed outdoor area with a view of the EDSA Shrine. It also has six VIP rooms that can be combined to fit up to 48 people, perfect for large gatherings. The Robinsons Galleria branch features larger VIP rooms for more luxurious, exclusive events.
Adding to Haidilao’s vibrant atmosphere are cultural performances that highlight Chinese traditions. At peak meal times, diners can enjoy an entertaining “face-changing” music and dance performance, a hallmark of Sichuan opera. A noodle-making demonstration is also promised in the near future, where skilled chefs will stretch and twirl dough into long, thin noodles right before your eyes.
For reservations, call 09189250131 or 8366-03415. (MARY SY)
