The night is young!
Metro Manila is widespread with restaurants, cafes, and bars of different shapes and sizes. Overflowing with options, it can often be confusing to pick where to go. But that’s what we’re here for – to give you the inside scoop on where all the best eats are at!
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We’ve made sure there’s a rotating menu of spectacular food and a great booze selection at each of the spots on our list. Whether you’re going on a night out with your friends or on a romantic date (or maybe something in between) there’s something in here that you’ll find to your liking.
Muster up your confidence with some liquid courage and eat to your heart’s delight with these awesome finds!
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The Bowery – BGC
The Bowery is a 24-hour hot spot for some of the best musical talents in Manila. So if your gang is looking for some strong drinks and sick beats, this is the place for you. It’s by the same group behind Borough, so you know its NYC-inspired food is on point too.
TIP: The Lobster Shrimp Truffle Mac & Cheese might have an intimidating pricetag, but it’s definitely worth every peso
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Forbeswood Heights, Forbes Town Center, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
+63 936 929-6073
Martin Place Social – Taguig
Martin Place Social is a contemporary wine & sake bar with a modern Australian food menu. Its food is modelled on the fresh seafood halls of Australia and other Asian countries and steak houses in Australia.
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The Plaza, Arya Residences, Mckinley Parkway, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 245-8492
Gringo – various branches
Gringo is a homegrown restaurant serving Latin American and Tex-Mex specialties such as ribs, chicken, burritos and more. It has become a favorite stop for lunch breaks and quick bites thanks to their meals which are quite affordable, considering it’s located at the heart of the central business district.
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The Fort Residences, 2nd Ave Bonifacio Global City, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(02) 478-7503
Prima Facie – Tomas Morato
Prima Facie is a speakeasy hidden inside Vitto’s Wine Bar & Restaurant serving bar chow to go with a hefty drinks list. Apart from hard drinks like vodka, whisky, gin, tequila, brandy, and rhum, Prima Facie also has a nice selection of local and imported beers.
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114 Scout Lozano Street cor Tomas Morato, inside Vitto’s, Laging Handa, Quezon City
(0906) 136-1712
Rue Bourbon – various branches
Rue Bourbon is popular for their drinks menu offering everything from plain and flavored beer to mixed drinks. This New Orleans themed restaurant also serves excellent grub, ranging from bar chow to heavy meals.
Your Local – Makati
Your Local is a neighbourhood bistro serving South East Asian dishes with a twist. Opened by Chef Denny Antonino and Nicco Santos, the restaurant has a hipster meets industrial vibe serves all day brunch together with their standard menu.
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Universal LMS Building, 106 Esteban St, Legaspi Village, Makati
(02) 823-6206
Locavore – multiple branches
Locavore serves locally grown and produced Filipino dishes with a French touch. They’re known for their Sizzling Sinigang, Lechon and Oyster Sisig, and Kare-Kare Wings. All of their dishes are best paired with drinks.
Also read: 9 Filipino Restaurants that the Balikbayans in Your Life Will Love
Hops and Brews – Poblacion
Hops & Brews offers great drinks from morning ’til late at night. International comfort food is what you’ll find to fill your stomach. Some of their must-tries are Torched Salmon and Hainanese Fried Chicken. Read more about them here.
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7862 Makati Avenue, Poblacion, Makati
(0916) 785-0568
Refinery – multiple branches
Refinery is a third wave cafe that serves all-day breakfast and brunch items, international comfort dishes, and more. They also serve great coffee and a curated selection of fine wine and cocktails.
LoLa Cafe + Bar – Tomas Morato
LoLa Cafe is a destination restaurant that offers specialty Filipino cuisine helmed by Chef John Mangibin, his first under the LoLa Group. Food is prepared fresh and locally-sourced. Watch out for their Happy Hour happening everyday from 2:30 pm – 6:00 pm.
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99 Sct Lozano St, Quezon City
(02) 219-3254
Tori Ichi Yakitori and Bar – multiple branches
This restaurant from Kyoto specializes in seasoned grilled meats in skewers. One of their much talked about creations is the bacon wrapped mochi! They also have different variants of sake.
La Cabrera – Ayala Ave
La Cabrera is a famous Argentinian ‘parilla’ headed locally by Executive Chef Juan Barcos. It strives to provide the same unique dining experience as its principal through its old rustic interiors and great food. Read our full feature here.
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6750 Ayala Avenue, Makati
(02) 833-8946
Nikkei – multiple branches
Nikkei is Manila’s first ever Japanese-Peruvian sushi bar and restaurant serving curated specialties like ceviche, sushi, causa, tiraditos, and Japanese craft spirits. It is refreshing and new to the palate, boldly marrying the finest Eastern and Western cuisines together.
Bar Pintxos y Mas – multiple branches
Bar Pintxos Y Mas is a tapas bar serving authentic Catalan and Basque-inspired dishes by Miguel Vecin and Tinchu Gonzalez. They also have a wide selection of drinks such as draft beers, sangria, wine, and more.
Vengo – Legazpi Village
When they first opened in Kapitolyo, Taco Vengo rose to popularity as a modern taqueria. Today, the brand’s new concept – VENGO Neighborhood Cafe, is proving itself to be a hit among the working set as it’s the perfect spot to transition from coffee to cocktails.
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G/F, Jose Cojuango & Sons Organizations Bldg., C. Palanca St., Legaspi Village, Makati
(0929) 774 8671
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