Aburi X
Overall Rating
Taste
Value for Money
Service
B1, Aburi X, One Bonifacio Mall, Taguig, Metro Manila
We had meal at Aburi X and it continues to be one of the more reliable spots for sushi rolls in Metro Manila. The menu leans into bold, slightly indulgent flavors, but they usually execute it well. This visit was mostly about trying one of their samplers along with a rice bowl.
The Food
Lo’s Sampler
In my opinion, Aburi X is one of the best places in Metro Manila for sushi rolls, and Lo's Sampler highlights many of their strongest offerings. The Lorenzo Maki stands out with its layered textures and flavors, where spicy mayo works well with the kani and tuna. The New , York Roll leans into sweet, smoky, and savory notes, combining aburi beef, fried shrimp, avocado, and multiple sauces without feeling heavy. The Kylie Jenner Roll delivers bolder, spicier flavors, topped with bouncy, plump, and fresh calamari that adds a pleasant bite. The set is rounded out by a savory and creamy Philadelphia Roll. That said, on this particular visit, the cream cheese was served cold, resulting in a less pleasant mouthfeel and making it harder to eat than usual. Still, overall, it remains a strong and satisfying sampler.
Beef Aburi Bowl
For anyone who enjoys sweet and savory flavors, this bowl delivers. The smoky aburi beef pairs well with the crunch of crispy onions, all brought together by a sweet teriyaki-unagi-style sauce over rice. Simple but well-executed, it holds its own against some of the better beef bowls around Metro Manila.
Final Thoughts
Service was as expected, decent, fast, and polite. No complaints. Overall, still a strong showing from Aburi X. The sampler does a good job of showcasing what they’re best at, even with a small miss on the cream cheese this time. The beef bowl holds up well too and is easy to enjoy. Not perfect, but definitely a place I’d keep coming back to when I’m craving sushi rolls with more flavor.
