Manila, Philippines – May 28, 2025 — Casa Reyes Bistro Filipino, the beloved homegrown Filipino restaurant known for its heirloom recipes and heartwarming culinary traditions passed down from matriarch and Filipino cuisine queen, Teresita “Mama Sita” R. Reyes, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest branch at Ayala Malls Manila Bay.
A true celebration of Filipino culture, the third branch of Casa Reyes brings together the warmth of traditional home cooking with timeless and hearty Filipino dining. Featuring a refreshed look, the restaurant invites both loyal patrons and new guests to savor classic dishes in a stylized but homey setting.
“We’ve always been proud to serve food that tells a story. Casa Reyes is a testament to my family’s passion for food. I grew up enjoying our love-infused Sunday brunches that served thoughtful, delicious, home-cooked meals by my grandmother, Mama Sita,” says Christine Bautista, the heart and mind of Casa Reyes. “With this new branch, we wanted to create an exquisite dining experience for our patrons and guests by honoring our family’s culinary heritage. It’s still your favorite comfort food — just with an elevated experience.”
Chippy and Lex Ledesma of Studio Matthew are the design consultants behind this reimagined look. “We envisioned a majestic ancestral home—timeless yet inviting. With emerald greens, marble, wood, and solihiya touches, it reminds us of an era when food and togetherness were at the heart of the Reyes family’s everyday life,” the couple shares.
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Known for their crowd favorites like their tender and juicy Chicken BBQ, their melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu Mechado, Pinoy favorite Kare-Kare, savory Crispy Adobong Pusit, and luscious Bibingka Cheesecake, Casa Reyes continues to serve Filipino fare that brings people together — now with more flair, freshness, and finesse. To add even more variety to their desserts, Christine also offers creamy Pinoy Gelato in flavors that bring child-like nostalgia—Choco Mallows, Baguio Strawberries & Cream, and Ube Queso, among many others. Whether it’s for a casual brunch with friends or a special family gathering, the new space offers the perfect backdrop for memorable moments and celebratory milestones.
“This branch is special to us,” adds Lourdes Reyes, co-owner of Casa Reyes and daughter of Mama Sita. “We wanted to create a place that felt both nostalgic and new, where tradition meets today’s tastes. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to experience it.”
“Casa Reyes feels like being welcomed into a beautiful home, where the food is comforting, the conversations flow, and leaving is the hardest part. Inspired by the matriarch Mama Sita, whose stories and cooking brought people together, this space keeps her spirit alive. With every bite, we invite you to join the family table and feel right at home,” the Reyeses share.
The new Casa Reyes branch is now open at Level 2, Central Garden, Building B, Ayala Malls Manila Bay. Come for the food, stay for the experience, and discover why Casa Reyes continues to be a trusted name in today’s Filipino dining.
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