OUR CONCEPTS
Our Brands, United by Purpose and Experience
From established names to emerging ventures, The Cabalen Group brings together a diverse portfolio spanning food and beverage, lifestyle, training, residential, and professional services. Each brand is built with care and guided by shared standards of quality, thoughtful design, and meaningful experiences that serve people, communities, and evolving needs.
Stores and Location
Where to Find Us
Soi Thai Resto
Soi Robsinsons Ermita
Cabalen Restaurant
Cabalen SM North EDSA test
Cabalen SM City Santa Rosa
Cabalen SM Dasmariñas
Tsurumaru SM Pampanga
Soi SM Mall of Asia
our story
Built on Heritage, Shared through Meaningful Experiences
At The Cabalen Group, our heritage shapes how we build, grow, and serve across industries. From food and beverage to lifestyle, training, residential, and professional ventures, our brands are united by a commitment to quality, care, and consistency. As we continue to expand, we remain focused on creating experiences that feel familiar, dependable, and relevant to the communities we serve. test
at a glance
Founded in 1986, The Cabalen Group brings together multiple restaurant brands rooted in food, culture, and shared dining experiences, serving communities across the country.
Recognition & Award
Milestones that mark our Journey
Grow with The Cabalen Group
Where great taste becomes great brands
The Cabalen Group is built on a strong Filipino heritage and a proven track record in restaurant operations. From a single homegrown concept, the group has grown into a portfolio of successful dining brands with over 60 locations nationwide—and counting. Backed by strong brands and proven systems, we provide full franchise support that enables partners to grow confidently and succeed.
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What’s new?
NEWS
June 25, 2026
The Cabalen Group Featured in The Manila Times for 39th Anniversary CSR Campaign
In this exclusive interview, Maritel Nievera, President & CEO of Cabalen Group, retraces the origins of her entrepreneurial journey with the Filipino food icon Cabalen.
NEWS
June 17, 2026
Cabalen celebrates 36 years of good food and delicious memories
Maria Estela “Maritel” Nievera grew up amid the enticing aroma of good food wafting from her grandmother Juliana and mother Ester’s Capampangan kitchen in a neighborhood where everybody shared a passion for cooking. She learned the secrets of glorious Capampangan food at her Apong Juliana’s knee. Surrounded by cooks and gifted with the Capampangan taste buds, she eventually honed her taste for food.
NEWS
June 16, 2026
Cabalen Group introduces Festive Feast Packages for Holiday Gatherings
The Cabalen Group rolls out curated holiday feast options designed to make celebrations easier, offering flexible packages that cater to different group sizes, occasions, and budgets while staying true to Filipino dining traditions.