At One World Deli San Juan, the grocery is reborn as a gourmet playground. Step inside and the air greets you with a swirl of aromas. The earthy scent of dry-aged steaks mingles with the briny freshness of lobsters bubbling in glass tanks. Hydroponic greens shimmer under soft lights. Wheels of Parmesan release a nutty tang as you pass. For anyone who loves food, this isn’t shopping—it’s discovery.
The deli reflects the vision of founder Jun Sy, a connoisseur of fine food with a lifelong love for quality ingredients. For years, Wagyu beef, Iberico pork, and live oysters were luxuries reserved for hotels and fine-dining rooms. Sy wanted to change that. His idea was simple: make gourmet accessible in neighborhood settings, so anyone could bring world-class food into their own kitchens. One World Deli is the result—part market, part restaurant, part wine cellar—a candy shop for aspiring culinarians.
From Tank to Table: Seafood Paluto
At the heart of San Juan is the Seafood Paluto counter, where freshness meets choice. Tanks brim with lobsters, crabs, mussels, and barramundi flown in from abroad. A dramatic live oyster shower cascades shells from Ireland and the United States, featuring Gallagher oysters—valued for their clean, briny sweetness without the muddy aftertaste.
You choose the catch. Chefs cook it your way—grilled with smoky char, poached in herbs, or simmered in garlic butter. Minutes later, your dish arrives steaming and tailored to your taste.
“The lobsters are unbelievably fresh. It felt like a fine-dining experience at home.”
It’s interactive dining, celebratory and personal, where seafood becomes theater.
Specialty Meats Worth the Hunt
The deli is also a haven for meat lovers. Across San Juan, Makati, and Greenhills, counters showcase dry-aged US Black Angus Braveheart ribeye, UK Red Duroc pork, and buttery Japanese Wagyu from Satsuma Fukunaga.
Imported charcuterie, artisanal sausages, and cheeses from Brie to Manchego complete the spread. You can enjoy them in-house with wine or take them home for your own table.
“Finally, I can get ingredients I’ve been hunting online for years.”
For many, walking the aisles feels less like shopping and more like treasure hunting.
Wine, Dining & Events
The wine room adds another dimension. Stocked with international labels, it feels like a private cellar. Diners often pick a bottle to pair with steak or seafood, turning a casual visit into a leisurely feast.
Beyond shopping and dining, One World Deli hosts wine dinners, cooking workshops, and tastings across its branches. These events make the deli more than a retail space—they turn it into a hub for Manila’s growing food community.
Everyday Gourmet
Not everything here requires a chef’s knife. For quick meals, the deli offers ready-to-eat dishes—artisanal sandwiches, pastas, and cooked meats—crafted with the same premium ingredients. It’s a taste of gourmet living without the wait.
Meanwhile, shelves are lined with pantry treasures: truffle oils, specialty salts, and small-batch condiments. Many diners browse while waiting for their meal, filling baskets with finds they didn’t know they needed.
“I found things here I didn’t even know existed, and now I can’t cook without them.”
Conscious Choices
Indulgence here is paired with responsibility. Hydroponic greens harvested on-site, organic eggs, and seasonal produce from trusted farms keep sustainability at the center. Braveheart beef even comes with PathProven traceability, allowing you to track its journey from farm to plate.
This transparency reflects a deeper promise: good food should not only taste exceptional, it should be sourced with care.
More Than a Market
So is One World Deli a deli or a restaurant? It’s both—and more. It’s a new way of engaging with food. You don’t just eat here, you curate. You don’t just shop, you discover.
The atmosphere hums with this energy. Shoppers browse rare cuts as diners toast in the wine room. Chefs break down steaks while families gather for seafood feasts. It’s half market, half dining room, wholly alive.
“It’s a playground for adults who love food
Why It Matters
In a city where convenience often outruns quality, One World Deli San Juan offers a reset. It slows you down. It reminds you to choose with intention. And it proves that gourmet is no longer a luxury hidden in hotel kitchens. It’s now part of everyday Manila life—accessible, interactive, and within reach.
Thanks to Jun Sy’s vision, world-class flavors once locked behind restaurant doors now sit proudly on neighborhood shelves. From tank-to-table seafood to Wagyu steaks and hydroponic greens, One World Deli isn’t just a destination. It’s a movement, redefining how the city eats, shops, and celebrates.
Plan Your Visit
One World Deli
Makati | 11 Jupiter St., Makati
MOA | Level 1, MOA Square, Pasay
San Juan | The Corner House, P. Guevarra St. cor. C.M. Recto St.
Alabang | Lot 3, Block 1B New Daang Hari Road, Alabang West, Las Piñas
Hours: Sunday–Wednesday, 7 AM–9 PM; Thursday–Saturday, 7 AM–10 PM
Contact: +63 917 836 2530
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