Tetsuo says goodbye to OG Katipunan branch after 8 years

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The casual restaurant — known for its fried chicken and karaage — is relocating to a new space in the same neighborhood

MANILA, Philippines – Tetsuo, the student-favorite street food concept known for its fried chicken and Japanese-inspired rice bowls, has officially closed its original Katipunan branch at 8 Esteban Abada Street in Quezon City.

The closure was announced on Friday, May 30, on social media.

“Our home of 8 years closes today…. 88 E Abada St. was a wild ride, and we’d like to thank all our friends and customers who supported us throughout those years. We hope to see you sooner rather than later,” the restaurant wrote.

The Esteban Abada location was Tetsuo’s first brick-and-mortar store, opened in 2018 following its beginnings as a pop-up at Bonifacio Global City in 2015. Known for its minimalist-neon interiors, streetwear aesthetic, live music, and loyal following, the branch helped pioneer the brand’s hip identity through its “off-kilter comfort food” — signature fried chicken, cold soba, karaage, and rice bowls.

Earlier this year, Tetsuo confirmed that it would be relocating to a new space but still within the Katipunan area — this time, inside Regis Center. The announcement hinted at a refreshed concept, calling the new location “TETSUO Katipunan Redux.”

“We return to the same neighborhood, ready to reimagine what’s next,” they wrote.

Tetsuo’s Poblacion branch along Kalayaan Avenue in Makati City is still open daily from 10 am to 8 pm. – Rappler.com