There’s something about mooncakes that makes the Mid-Autumn Festival feel a little more special. A symbol of togetherness and good fortune, these little pastries find their way to our dinner tables each year, bringing with them time-honored flavors and inventive new creations. Whichever you’re craving, here’s where to find some of the finest mooncakes in Metro Manila.
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Okada Manila
Presented elegantly in a gift box, Okada Manila offers a limited-edition collection of mooncakes reimagined as premium chocolate creations. And if that’s not enough to tempt you, each mooncake comes with its own delectable surprise: rich Tiramisu, bright and zesty Citrus, Pistachio Kataifi, nutty Hazelnut, Salted Caramel, bittersweet 64% Dark Chocolate, and Sesame with White Lotus—a classic Mid-Autumn flavor.
Priced at PHP 3,988 nett per box, these mooncakes are available from August 24 to October 7, 2026, at the Pastry Shop and Red Spice. To keep the celebrations rolling, Okada Manila is also offering a 10% discount for newly signed-up Reward Circle members, as well as guests and partner groups purchasing 10 boxes or more. A fitting treat to bring home for friends and family.
Starbucks
For those who are in a rush or completely forgot to reserve their mooncakes in advance, Starbucks offers a limited-edition Starbucks® Mooncake Gift Set featuring two flavors: Lava Custard, with a rich custard center, and Lava Cappuccino, filled with creamy coffee notes.
It’s certainly a modern take on the beloved pastry, but at PHP 2,295 per set, it’s also an easy way to bring a little festive sweetness to your celebrations. Pair it with good company, and you have everything you need for a cozy Mid-Autumn gathering.
The Peninsula Manila
For authentic Hong Kong-style mooncakes, look no further than The Peninsula Manila. Its assortment includes rich Egg Custard and Tea-Flavored mooncakes—familiar flavors that are easy to enjoy whether you’re sharing them with the kids, the adults, or the grandparents.
Bring home six pieces of the Mini Egg Custard and Tea-Flavored Assortment for PHP 5,288, or nine pieces of Mini Egg Custard Mooncakes for PHP 4,888. Either way, don’t expect them to last long at the dinner table.
Hong Kong MX Mooncakes
If you find yourself at S Maison, SM Aura, Ayala Vertis North, or Greenhills Mall, Hong Kong MX Mooncakes are just within reach, offering an assortment of mouth-watering treats. Go adventurous with Durian, indulge in fruity flavors like Mango and Strawberry, or try the brand’s signature custard assortment infused with salted egg yolk.
But you can never go wrong with the timeless classic: silky-smooth lotus seed paste and salted egg yolk. It’s a refined take on a traditional Mid-Autumn indulgence—and a classic for a reason.
Solaire
For those who love to share—or gift—a box of mooncakes, Solaire offers Cantonese classics such as Abalone, Traditional Double Egg Yolk with White Lotus, and Taro Paste and Osmanthus. For the sweet tooth, and those who prefer Suzhou-style mooncakes, there are also flavors like Chilled Mango Sago Cream with Pomelo, Matcha Red Bean, and Butter Pastry Pandan.
Order a piece or a whole set for the family—because isn’t sharing the love the best way to celebrate a festival?
Whether you prefer a familiar favorite or feeling adventurous to try something you’ve never eaten before, there’s no shortage of mooncakes to make this Mid-Autumn Festival a little sweeter. After all, the best part isn’t just what’s inside the box, but who you’re sharing it with. Gather your loved ones, slice up a mooncake or two, and let the festivities begin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Okada Manila offers chocolate mooncakes in Tiramisu, Citrus, Pistachio Kataifi, Hazelnut, Salted Caramel, 64% Dark Chocolate, and Sesame with White Lotus flavors, priced at PHP 3,988 nett per box, available August 24 to October 7, 2026.
The Starbucks® Mooncake Gift Set features two flavors: Lava Custard with a rich custard center and Lava Cappuccino filled with creamy coffee notes, priced at PHP 2,295 per set.
The Peninsula Manila offers six pieces of Mini Egg Custard and Tea-Flavored Assortment for PHP 5,288, or nine pieces of Mini Egg Custard Mooncakes for PHP 4,888.
Hong Kong MX Mooncakes are available at S Maison, SM Aura, Ayala Vertis North, and Greenhills Mall, offering flavors like Durian, Mango, Strawberry, and a signature salted egg yolk custard.
Solaire offers Cantonese classics like Abalone, Traditional Double Egg Yolk with White Lotus, and Taro Paste and Osmanthus, as well as Suzhou-style flavors like Chilled Mango Sago Cream with Pomelo and Matcha Red Bean.
