Tamayaki for Takoyaki Lovers

Before I fell in love with Korean foods, I fell for Japanese foods first. Their udon, tempura, katsu, and takoyaki are my favorites (no sushi for me). I’d say that takoyaki is my most favorite; seriously, I can eat at least 50 takoyaki balls in one seat! I have heard about Tamayaki since last year, but didn’t get a chance to try it myself because they don’t have any branch near me. Until recently when I was invited to try their best sellers at their SM North Edsa branch. Luckily, I have a class that day and coming from Makati is way easier. To those who are still not familiar with Tamayaki, here’s a short introduction about them.

Tamayaki is a well-established franchise, which originated in China that specializes in making quality Takoyaki balls. Our takoyaki comes in various delectable, mouthwatering, and innovative flavors that are sure to fit the taste palate of both the old and the young generation. –Taken from Tamayaki Facebook page

Tamayaki SM North Edsa branch is so retro. They have this Shibuya-ambiance inside which is really nice! You will really enjoy eating your favorite takoyaki at Tamayaki because of their playful and fancy interior.

Takoyaki Menu

Drinks Menu

What makes Tamayaki different to other takoyaki stores is that they combined the traditional Japanese takoyaki flavor with the new generation taste. They have at least 12 flavors of takoyaki that will definitely suit the different taste buds of their customers. Tamayaki also offers a number of Milk tea flavors.

Tamayaki let us taste all their takoyaki flavors and I was surprised to see that their takoyaki balls are bigger than the usual ones. One serving includes 4 takoyaki balls and you can decide what sauce you’d like to add –sweet or spicy. Also, you can’t differentiate the flavors of their takoyaki when served because they actually all looked the same – topped with squid flakes and nori. Don’t worry about getting your orders mixed up with your friends since Tamayaki will put a sticker label on each box.
My favorite flavors are Kani & Shrimp Original, Seasoned Octopus, Mussle Cheese, and Korean Pork Barbeque. The takoyakis’ were filled with vegetables and the flavor of your choice. Four takoyaki are enough make you full – no joke.

As for their drinks, I recommend the cheese milk tea with pearl and the mango yogurt with popballs. These drinks are the best to partner with their takoyaki. Either hot or cold will do; I prefer cold though.
Overall, Tamayaki is the best place to have a merienda! At first I thought that their takoyakis’ are a bit pricey but after trying, the price is just right and actually cheap. You’ll never know unless you try it. So what are you waiting for? Go to Tamayaki now!