DAIMASU

Frequently asked questions

Questions about dining at Daimasu, Makati

Direct answers about reservations, private rooms, deposits, the menu and getting here. If your question is not below, message us on Messenger or Viber.

Reservations & policies

Is there a deposit?

A deposit of 5% of the estimated bill confirms a table or room reservation; our team sends payment instructions (GCash or bank transfer) within 24 hours and the balance is settled at the restaurant. The kaiseki counter course requires a 50% deposit.

What is the cancellation policy?

For the kaiseki counter course the deposit is refunded in full up to 48 hours before and 50% up to 24 hours before. For rooms and tables, let us know as early as you can.

What are the opening hours?

Tuesday to Sunday 11:00–23:00, Friday and Saturday until 24:00. Closed on Monday. Kaiseki counter seatings are at 17:30 and 20:00.

Are children welcome?

Tell us when reserving and we will suggest the right room. The kaiseki counter seating is for guests aged 12 and above.

Can you accommodate allergies or dietary restrictions?

Tell us at reservation. Courses are adjusted for allergies and no-raw preferences where the season allows; two days' notice helps.

Do you deliver?

Selected dishes are available for delivery on GrabFood within Makati and nearby cities.

Private rooms & business dinners

Does Daimasu have private rooms?

Yes. Daimasu has VIP rooms for 6–8 guests, tatami rooms for 4–8, an 11-seat sushi counter and a 16-seat hall that divides into two rooms of 8, all closed by sliding doors. The whole restaurant can also be reserved.

Can I book a kaiseki course for 10 people?

Yes. Reserve at least two days in advance and choose one course for the table — Kaede (₱8,000), Sakura (₱12,000) or Sushi Kaiseki (₱8,000 / ₱10,000) per guest. Ten guests are seated in the large hall or across two rooms.

Which languages do the staff speak?

Japanese and English at the restaurant. This website is available in English, Japanese, Chinese and Korean; reservations can be made online in English or Japanese.

Can I bring my own bottle?

Yes, with corkage of ₱1,000 per bottle. A curated sake list is also available.

Is there a dress code?

Smart casual is recommended. Tatami rooms are shoes-off.

Menu, sushi & hot pot

Is omakase available?

Yes, at the 11-seat sushi counter, and as the Sushi Kaiseki course (₱8,000 or ₱10,000 per guest) served in any room.

Do you serve hot pot?

Yes. The chef's kaminabe paper hot pot is part of the Sakura kaiseki, dobin-mushi is on the à la carte menu, and seasonal nabe for private-room groups can be arranged on advance request.

Is the restaurant Japanese?

Daimasu (大桝) is a Japanese restaurant with Japanese chefs and Japanese-speaking staff; the menu follows the kaiseki and Edomae sushi traditions and ingredients are flown in from Japan.

Access & practicalities

Where do I park?

Daimasu is on the ground floor of Allegro Center, 2284 Chino Roces Avenue Extension, Magallanes, Makati, with building parking. It is about 10 minutes by car from the Makati CBD, near Magallanes MRT station.

Reservations

Reserve your room

Book online in under a minute, or message us with your date, party size and budget and we will propose a course.

Tue–Sun 11:00–23:00 · Fri & Sat until 24:00
Closed Monday

+63 917 109 6032

Kaiseki courses require reservation 2 days in advance. · Deposit

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