The Paw Club: A Restaurant, a Grooming Hub, and a Pet Hotel in One

Ever since pet cafes became a trend, people have been clamoring for them non-stop – and for all the right reasons! I mean, these creatures are God-sent and are a source of happiness and entertainment; and these cafes have dozens of them for pet lovers to de-stress and just play around with.

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If you think “you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all“, then this pet-friendly restaurant might just prove you wrong. Here, you can eat good food with your pet. Good food. With your pet. As if I haven’t emphasized those two factors enough, The Paw Club brings a whole new level of enjoyment for everyone.

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The Paw Club is the first-ever pet-friendly restaurant concept in Mall of Asia Complex. It’s not a cafe, but a restaurant. It’s not the typical eat-then-play pet cafe, either. Instead, it brings an elevated experience of allowing owners to dine with their pets.

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They have two sides to their restaurant: an enclosed off-leash pet zone area where pets are allowed and an outer area for regular diners. Since they are also a restaurant, they have allotted a space for regular diners who simply want to eat delicious comfort food – a point that, honestly, took me by surprise.

The Paw Club pet hotel at SM by the bay 97There are pet cafes that just serve refreshments and focus on having the dogs/cats as their main selling point. The Paw Club is a pleasant surprise because their menu consists of items that can actually satisfy your tastebuds.

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Cream Cheese Mushroom Dip (Php195)

This Cream Cheese Mushroom Dip is heaven for cheese lovers. You can pair it with Baguette Slices or House-Fried Nacho Chips. Between you and me, the nachos are superb!

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Good Morning! Sandwich (Php255)

The Good Morning! Sandwich has a sunny-side up egg, bacon, and cheddar beautifully sandwiched between a warm, crispy croissant. Your day will be made after just one bite!

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Flourless Chocolate Salted Caramel Cake (Php165)

With a cake this fudgy, you won’t regret digging into this sinful delight. The Flourless Chocolate Salted Caramel Cake is basically a decadent chocolate cake with salted caramel sauce on top).

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Strawberries and Cream Mochi Waffles (Php275)

The Strawberries and Cream Mochi Waffles are already good for two people. These Crispy Waffles are filled with mochi and topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream. Drizzle some honey on them and you’ve got yourself a winner.

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