Kamirori

Kamirori needs no introduction. It's the go to place in Katipunan or Katips as we fondly call it ,  for your Japanese fix  for the past 20 years. Students from the surrounding schools and universities have been flocking to this place for a good meal at a very affordable price, a break from the cafeteria food and the fastfood joints dotting the strip. It's also a favorite among residents of the villages and condo dwellers with the place packed to full seating capacity each time we eat there.

Kamirori is simple, straightforward but good Japanese food . It's not trying to be some fancy, high end  Japanese place given the price points that are within budget if you're on a student allowance. I guess that's what makes this place charming all these years, just mention the name and for sure you will elicit happy memories , that it reminds them of their school years here in Katips.   And can I just say ,  I love the new location , just outside our village gate at Petron Square , that means no more u-turns for me!

Top favorites are the tempura ( ebi, kakiage, kisu ) , tofu steak, tempura udon, kamirori special maki and the donburi ( gyudon, katsudon, beef brisket, tendon among others).

When we ate there last week, we wanted to have a light meal after having a heavy lunch of steak and pasta.

Fresh Mango Shake P65

The weather was so hot and humid that day the ripe mango shake was perfect to cool off. And for just P65. Our light dinner consisted of miso soup, assorted maki and fish teriyaki.

Miso Soup P35

Kamirori special P168  and Spicy Tuna Maki P128

Fish Teriyaki P130

The soup was ok, your typical , no fail miso soup. The rolls were good too , not bad given the price. The fish teriyaki  is one of my favorites, crunchy with the panko breadcrumbs and they always put the sauce on the side. 

It was a light and perfect dinner, typical of Kamirori. So next time you're in the area ,  it's time to re-visit an old reliable favorite for a heartwarming meal without having to break the bank.