Wolfgang's Steakhouse Grill by Wolfgang Zwiener

The story

Crafted with passion, served with love

The Man Behind the Name

Wolfgang Zwiener is, by any measure, a singular figure in the world of American steakhouse dining. With over four decades in the industry and twenty-one locations bearing his name worldwide, Zwiener built his reputation on exacting standards and hands-on craft. He personally hand-selects every side of beef served across his restaurants, insisting on USDA Prime Black Angus for its flavor and texture. That beef is then dry-aged on premise — a deliberate, artisan process — before being carved to order by an in-house butcher into the cuts that have made Wolfgang's famous: the signature Porterhouse, Prime New York Sirloin, Rib Eye, and Filet Mignon. The result is what the restaurant describes as "meltingly tender and juicy steaks served sizzling hot with a perfectly caramelized crust."

Old-World New York in the Heart of Manila

The City of Dreams location carries the same design DNA as the original New York steakhouses. A long, solid mahogany bar greets guests at the entrance, stocked with an extensive selection of whiskeys, cognac, and spirits. The main dining room leans into masculine, old-world charm — wooden planked floors, wood wainscoting, alabaster chandeliers, and a mosaic tile ceiling that echoes the iconic Gustavino tile of the first New York location. Grand booths anchor the dining room, and the space is anchored further by an award-winning wine cellar that earned Wolfgang's Steakhouse the Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence in 2024 — a recognition that speaks directly to the depth and curation of the list.

A Menu That Goes Beyond the Cut

While the steakhouse identity is central, the menu at Wolfgang's is broader than the beef alone. Starters include Shrimp and Lobster Cocktails, Fresh Oysters on the Half Shell, Sizzling Canadian Bacon, and Tuna Tartare. Main course alternatives extend to sashimi-grade tuna, fresh Norwegian salmon, and Maine lobsters. Classic American steakhouse sides — Creamed Spinach, German Potatoes, Lobster Mac & Cheese — round out the table. Desserts stay true to the New York register: cheesecake, Key Lime Pie, Pecan Pie, Apple Strudel, and Chocolate Mousse Cake.

Private Dining and Events

For groups and private occasions, Wolfgang's offers dedicated private dining spaces across its Manila locations, with the City of Dreams branch well-suited to both intimate dinners and larger celebrations. The restaurant also hosts regular W Nights events on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, running from 7:00 PM into the late evening — a lively complement to what is otherwise a refined, table-service dining experience.