At Qui Pan Asian Brasserie, dining unfolds as a layered experience—one shaped by heritage, elevated by craft, and brought to life through shared moments around the table. Set within a beautifully restored 1950s ancestral home at 14 Castillejas St., Valencia, Quezon City, Qui has become a place where refined pan-Asian cuisine, thoughtful design, and social energy coexist with ease.
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The Depth and Diversity of Pan Asian Cuisine
Qui’s menu draws from the depth and diversity of Asian cuisine, thoughtfully interpreted through a modern brasserie lens. Familiar flavors are elevated through technique, balance, and careful sourcing—resulting in dishes that feel both comforting and quietly sophisticated.
The experience often begins with dishes designed to set the tone for sharing such as crisp calamari, saigon rolls, and the house-favorite Krapow Sisig Nachos, where Asian aromatics meet indulgent textures.
Soups bring warmth and familiarity, from the rich Hokkaido Corn and Clam Chowder—thick with cream, sweet corn, and garlic butter clams—to the aromatic and innovative Sinigang X, a comforting yet bold expression of Filipino and Thai influences meant to be shared.
Across salads and vegetable dishes, freshness and vibrancy take center stage. From its Steak and Watermelon Salad to crisp Tempura Vegetables paired with umami-rich Asian hummus, each dish adds balance and contrast to the meal.
Qui’s mains reflect its confidence in blending cultures and techniques, ranging from its slow-cooked Ox Tail and Galbi Stew to the aptly named Show Stopper Lamb—a slow-braised Australian leg of lamb served with sauces and sides meant to be mixed, matched, and shared.
Filipino flavors are reimagined while maintaining its origins in dishes like Ima’s Bulalo Pochero and Asian Osso Buco, while pork favorites such as Crispy Pork Kare-Kare, Rendang Babi, and Qui’s Pork Binagoongan showcase bold flavors anchored in comfort and tradition.
Of course, poultry dishes that staple every Filipino menu balance indulgence and familiarity—from Qui Fried Chicken, which is served with harissa ketchup and tamarind gravy, to Delhi Butter Chicken rich with spices and coconut cream.
Celebrations and Everyday Moments
Beyond the plate, Qui boasts its nostalgic setting, bringing familiar memories and creating new ones at the same time. Housed at 14 Dos Castillas, the Panlaqui family’s restored ancestral home carries stories of gatherings past—of shared meals, conversations, and celebrations that once filled its rooms. Today, that spirit lives on.
Art Deco influences, geometric details inspired by the family name, and warm, inviting interiors create a space that feels elegant yet lived-in. By day, Qui offers a refined backdrop for business lunches and quiet catch-ups. By night, it transforms into a vibrant venue for birthdays, group dinners, and celebrations that unfold long after the last dish is served.
As it continues to evolve, Qui Pan Asian Brasserie remains a fixture in the city’s dining scene—not just as a restaurant, but as a destination for gathering, celebrating, and savoring moments that matter.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Qui Pan Asian Brasserie is set inside a restored 1950s ancestral home in Valencia, Quezon City.
Qui serves pan-Asian cuisine through a modern brasserie lens, featuring dishes like Krapow Sisig Nachos, Sinigang X, Ox Tail and Galbi Stew, and the Show Stopper Lamb, blending Filipino, Thai, Korean, and other Asian influences.
Standout dishes include the Krapow Sisig Nachos, Hokkaido Corn and Clam Chowder, Crispy Pork Kare-Kare, and Qui Fried Chicken served with harissa ketchup and tamarind gravy, reflecting the restaurant’s blend of Filipino and pan-Asian flavors.
Qui operates out of a restored ancestral home belonging to the Panlaqui family, featuring Art Deco influences and geometric details inspired by the family name. The space previously served as a gathering place for family celebrations before its restoration into a restaurant.
Yes — Qui functions as a refined venue for business lunches and quiet catch-ups during the day, while transforming into a lively setting for birthdays, group dinners, and celebrations in the evening, accommodating both everyday and special-occasion dining.
