Located in the heart of the Ortigas Business District, Minami Saki By Astoria offers an authentic Japanese dining experience shaped by its elegant interiors, carefully prepared Japanese cuisine, and attentive Astoria hospitality. Known for its refined Japanese fare, the restaurant brings together traditional flavors and a welcoming atmosphere for both everyday dining and special occasions.
Beyond dining, Minami Saki By Astoria also offers function spaces suited for different occasions, whether for an intimate gathering, a business meeting, or a collaborative discussion. Guests can enjoy the privacy and comfort of these spaces while sharing thoughtfully prepared Japanese dishes.
For those looking for a satisfying midday meal, Minami Saki’s Executive Weekday Lunch is available from Wednesday to Friday, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, for a limited time. The menu features a selection of ramen creations, rice bowls, and side dishes, making it a convenient choice for a business lunch or a well-deserved break in the middle of the workday.
Celebrating 12 Years!
For Minami Saki By Astoria’s 12th anniversary, our Japanese executive chef, Naiki Atsushi, brings more than 25 years of culinary experience shaped by his work across Japan, China, and Cambodia. With expertise in authentic Japanese cuisine, from sushi and sashimi to tempura, fugu, banquet cuisine, set meals, and omakase, Chef Atsushi brings together refined techniques and deep respect for Japanese culinary traditions.
For this year’s celebration, he has specially crafted five dishes and one drink, created exclusively for our guests to enjoy as we mark another year of exceptional dining at Minami Saki By Astoria.
Chef Naiki Atsushi’s Exclusive Specialties
ABURI SALMON SUSHI
Lightly torched salmon sushi with aburi sauce
CRISPY RICE UNAGI SUSHI
Crispy rice with freshwater eel, stuffed with kanikama in spicy mayonnaise
MAGURO USUGIRI WITH WASABI SAUCE
Thinly sliced fresh yellowfin tuna arranged and served with a tangy, aromatic wasabi-infused citrus sauce
HITACHI WAGYU SUKIYAKI
A Japanese hotpot dish featuring sliced A5 wagyu beef, vegetables, and tofu simmered in a sweet and savory soy sauce broth
PISTACHIO KATAIFI TRUFFLE MALLOWS
Decadent, handcrafted dark chocolate truffle ganache stuffed with strawberry compote and pistachio kataifi, wrapped in chocolate mallows and dusted with premium cocoa powder
SPARKLING UMESHU PLUM SAKE
Sweet, tangy, and light, combining fully ripened Japanese ume plums with a fizzy spritzer finish
As part of this year’s anniversary celebration, guests can discover a selection of ube creations made with Astoria Philippine Ube Powder. This special addition brings a distinctly Filipino touch to the celebration and showcases the versatility of one of the Philippines’ most beloved ingredients.
Astoria Philippine Ube Powder
As ube, or purple yam, continues to gain popularity in the global culinary scene, its seasonal availability presents challenges in meeting the growing demand. In response, our team of chefs, agricultural specialists, food scientists, and quality control specialists developed a 100% pure ube product that is shelf-stable and easy to use.
Astoria Philippine Ube Powder is our answer to the growing global demand for ube. Made from 100% dehydrated and pulverized ube, or pure Dioscorea alata, it contains zero additives, preservatives, colorants, or extenders. Carefully processed into powder, it is carefully processed into powder for professional kitchens and food manufacturers. Unlike products that use taro or other root crops as substitutes, our ube powder preserves the authentic flavor and character of genuine Philippine ube.
To ensure safety and quality, Astoria Philippine Ube Powder is manufactured in an FDA-, Halal-, GHP-, and HACCP-compliant facility under the careful supervision of food scientists and quality assurance specialists. With a shelf life of up to 18 months under room-temperature storage conditions, it makes authentic Philippine ube available year-round for both domestic and industrial kitchens.
Our Story
Our commitment to quality, backed by nearly 30 years of experience in the hospitality and culinary industries, led us to develop Astoria Philippine Ube Powder in partnership with small-scale indigenous farmers from Central Luzon.
We believe in honoring the people behind every harvest. Since 2023, we have been sourcing their produce at a fair price to help support their livelihoods, empower their communities, and bring Philippine-grown ube to more tables.
This initiative is an important part of The Astoria Group’s corporate social responsibility efforts, reflecting our commitment to supporting local communities while sharing the richness of Filipino ingredients with a wider audience.
A Taste of Ube at the Anniversary Celebration
As Minami Saki By Astoria celebrates its 12th anniversary and its commitment to authentic Japanese cuisine, guests can also enjoy a selection of ube delicacies made with our very own Astoria Philippine Ube Powder. These specially prepared treats showcase the versatility of authentic Philippine ube across a variety of sweet creations.
The anniversary’s ube selection includes:
Ube Macaroon
Ube Nougat
Ube Macaron
Ube Bibingcute
Ube Biscotti
Ube Custard Pudding
Ube Ice Cream
Ube Matcha Cheesecake