DC Superheroes Cafe opens in the Philippines!

 

DC Fans in the Philippines (or even the whole of Southeast Asia) will be overjoyed to know that DC Superheroes Cafe is now open here in the Philippines. For the longest time, DC fans from the Philippines needs to fly to Singapore just to experience dining out at a DC Superheroes themed restaurant. Well, the long wait is over. Self-confessed DC fan and entrepreneur Edric Chua (the man behind DC licensed electronics gadget brand Ekonic) and a crew of Metron Manila's finest chefs Chef Mikel Zaguirre of Locavore Kitchen x Drinks and Chef Kalel Demetrio of Liquido Maestro has finally brought the concept restaurant/store to our shores. Last night, DC Superheroes Cafe opened their doors to a private event inviting the country's various geek and pop culture fandom groups for a night of celebration. A celebration of the success and opening of PH fandom's new home. DC Superheroes Cafe boasts of a wide range of food and collectible products that could whet the tummies' craving and hobby collectors appetite for rare collectibles.

DC Superheroes Cafe from the outside

From the outside, showcase glasses are adorned with various DC pop culture merchandise that ranges from comic books, action figures, toy collectibles, and various DC merchandise that are the dreams of DC fanboys. Seen are new and recent releases and editions of these merchandise that can easily help those collectors who are hunting for those missing treasures in their collection. This is a clever way of presenting a store to passersby because the fusion of exciting colors as seen on the DC Superheroes costume patterns are enough eye candy to capture and entice passersby to come in and take a look at what DC Superheroes Cafe has to offer. Even non-superhero fans can't help but get curious with what's in store for them inside.

Statues, Framed Alex Ross Art, and other amazing DC art pieces

Jim Lee's Superman and Batman art in stained glass deco

DC Superheroes Cafe Interiors

Upon stepping in, every nook and corner of the Cafe is adorned with even more DC Pop culture merchandise. And again, all are for sale. Every section of the dining areas are adorned with gigantic wall art that literally jumps out of the wall. Each section is also themed and divided according to the heroes it represents. The ambiance is very friendly for diners who love DC Superheroes and any other superheroes in general (Marvel fans are also welcome by the way). Not only that, huge life size statues of the Justice League Superheroes as last seen in the Justice League movie are positioned all over the place, making you feel like you are literally visiting their Hall of Justice. Funko Pop fanatics will also get a real kick at this place because I've seen rare DC Funko Pop items being displayed and sold at a very affordable price. Comic books ranging from rare titles to the most recent releases were also seen. Action Figures too. The place is just totally DC Superheroes fanboy haven.

Entrance greets you to this

My favorite wall art

Looks like a caped wonder

Pops and Comic Books 

Various stats and collectibles on showcase

Fierce Batman v.s. Bane Statue

Life Size Wonder Woman statue

Life Size Batman Statue

Are those pillows?

Shirts, bags, baseball caps

Lego!

The FOOD!

Of course who could forget about the food. This is not just a merchandise store after all. The idea of fusing together food and geek merchandise is a very wise strategy because it brings in together two of the most voracious consumers in the market today, food hobbyists and geek culture hobbyists. And boy the food menu here at DC Superheroes Cafe are just the ones that could whet our appetite for good food. The menu varies from American, Italian, Mexican, and other recipes. And to get a better sampling of which food entree are the well recommended ones, I just had to survey around and ask the team that I came with on that day. Namely the men and women of DC Universe PH and The Reign of the Supermen PH. Frederick Tinio of DC Universe PH says the Lamb Kebabs were top notch and easily was his favorite. The cafe also serves cocktails and other drinks. Their shakes and desserts looked so yummy too. Names of their food menu are named artistically to reflect the characters of DC Comics. I posted some food photos below for you to check out and salivate.

Cocktails bar

Flash's Pizza

Poisonous for our sugar diet

Zucchini Fries

Holy Bat Shakes!

Churros of truth

Probably named after Stephen Curry's son? Not! It's Aquaman's mortal name!

Salmon, my favorite

Table Mats and tissues with gorgeous DC Art as shared by Frederick Tinio

Stuffs given away to us. Thanks Mark for these photos. (I came in late so I didn't get any card or Daily Planet I.D.)

You can actually bring home these trinkets that comes with the food ordered. Great accessories for your Action Figures!

DC Superheroes Cafe opens tomorrow! It is located at the fourth floor of Fashion Hall, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City! And to keep you guys even more excited for the opening, check out the promos below to greet you on your visit.

So what are you guys waiting for? Let's satisfy that Superhero appetite! See you guys at the opening!