Tried Yappari Steak at SM Southmall last night after my workout. I've been seeing this place on my feed for a while, the Okinawa lava grilled steak that comes sizzling on a hot stone, so I finally decided to give it a try after my gym session. I ordered their signature Yappari Top Blade Steak, 150g with rice and soup.
When they served it, the stone was literally smoking hot. You get to cook the steak yourself right on the stone, so you can control how rare or well-done you want it. I like mine medium rare so I just seared it for a few seconds on each side.
First bite, I can say the beef is really tender. Not the chewy type that hurts your jaw. It's already flavorful with just salt and pepper, but it gets better with their sauces. They give you three different sauces, my favorite was the garlic soy. The butter on the side also melts nicely and adds more flavor.
It's a good meal after a workout. High protein, filling, and the set already comes with rice and soup so I was really full after. The branch at SM Southmall was a bit crowded but service was fast and the staff were attentive. The place itself is clean and has that authentic Japanese steakhouse vibe. If you're around Las Piñas and looking for a steak place that is not too expensive but still serves quality meat, this is a good spot. For me, I will definitely come back. Next time I want to try their Karubi and Gyukatsu. Solid post-workout meal, highly recommended!