Maids of Honor, take note!
Ladies know this: Weddings are a huge deal. With something that only comes (hopefully) once in a lifetime, there’s no wonder why future brides put so much attention to details; planning anything & everything for the coveted day. There is, however, only one thing that the future bride will have to leave up to fate and her friends: the bridal shower.
To the bridesmaids who are aren’t willing to settle for less, these ideal spots will have your future bride beaming with joy and gratefulness!
Maria Luisa’s Garden Room
Maria Luisa’s Garden Room is (or was) one of Makati’s secret restaurants. Housing only a limited number of guests, this quaint garden restaurant is the perfect setting for your private celebration.
Insider Tip: Part of the restaurant's sales go to charities supported by the Makati Garden Club.
Reservations accepted
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Makati Garden Club, Recoletos St. cor. Ayala Ave., Makati
(02) 552-7051
Happy Garden Cafe – Jupiter St.
Owned and operated by the Bizu Group, Happy Cafe is mini floral escape found in the urban streets of Jupiter in Bel-Air, Makati. With blooms everywhere and organic food that looks almost too good to eat, guests are assured that they will never attend the bridal shower empty handed.
Reservations are accepted
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Sunshine Place, #56 Jupiter Street, Bel-Air, Makati
(02) 261-0115
Cafe Naya at the Palace – BGC
Looking for a dynamic venue that will transform your bridal shower into a bachelorette party? Then Cafe Naya is the place to be. Let Cafe Naya transport you and your girls into a dream through its coastal-inspired ambience & Mediterranean cuisine. By the way, care for a bridal pool party instead? Look no further than The Palace Pool Club next door.
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The Palace, 9th Ave cor 36th St, Uptown Bonifacio, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(0917) 550-9999
Cafe 1771 – Ortigas
Enjoy a private and intimate brunch with your girls at 1771 Pueblo’s trademark restaurant, Cafe 1771. With its European inspired interiors and classic brunch specialties like their best selling Eggs Benedict and French Toast with Bacon, there’s no doubt that your bridal shower will be the envy of the bunch.
Insider Tip: Contact them for their party packages!
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El Pueblo Real de Manila, Dona Julia Vargas Ave, Ortigas Center, Pasig
(02) 631-7340
Rustic Mornings by Isabelo Garden – Marikina
Rustic Mornings by Isabelo Garden is one of Marikina’s hidden gems; it combines delicious food (their Cinnamon Waffles are the best) with quality service, and most of all, a mesmerizing garden-style set up, making up for a unique dining experience a little outside of the city. Rustic Morning accept walk-ins only.
Insider Tip: Rustic Mornings becomes Isabelo Garden at night, a casual intimate date place that is by reservation only.
Walk-ins only
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11 Isabelo Mendoza St, San Roque, Marikina
Pio’s Kitchen – Tomas Morato
Does the future bride to be love paella? Take her to Pio’s Kitchen, the home of one of the best paellas in the metro. Originally a house turned into a restaurant, there’s no doubt that this restaurant is as homey as can be, with the food cooked personally by Chef Chin, the owner.
Insider Tip: You can even request for a paella cooking session!
Reservations are required
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96 Sct Reyes cor Sct Fuentebella, Laging Handa, Quezon City
TWG Tea Salon & Boutique – various
For those sophisticated girls who love afternoon high tea and wish to shop after their bridal shower, TWG is the place to be. TWG has six branches conveniently located inside malls. A scene-stealer due to its golden interiors, TWG’s food and tea is also rave-worthy .With TWG having the largest collection of fine tea harvests, your afternoon bridal shower tea session can go on for ages.
Insider Tip: Try their unique tea-infused macarons!
Reservations accepted
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Taste of L.A. – Tomas Morato
A restaurant known for being celebrities’ secret and private date place, Taste of L.A. surely knows how to keep gatherings intimate with its low key outside location and romantic, old-charm interiors. Open since 1995 and celebrating its 21st year this 2016, it is easy to understand why this elegant restaurant has a loyal following. P.S. It’s actually one of Piolo Pascual’s favorite restaurants.
Insider Tip: Try their best selling Pritchon!
Reservations are accepted
Don A. Roces Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
(02) 374- 2461
Casa Roces – Malacañang
Everyone likes a good story. Having survived the Spanish, American, and Japanese occupation, Casa Roces is sure to capture diners with its tale. Located close to Malacanang Palace, the house exudes a special charm that will make you feel very close to history. With a number of rooms in the second floor, you’re sure to find the perfect spot to share memories with your girls.
Insider Tip: Make sure to book the Newspaper Functiom Room for your event!
No reservations accepted
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1153 JP Laurel St cor Aguado St, San Miguel, Manila
(02) 488-1929
Le Jardin – BGC
Prioritizing quality and delicious food in a bridal shower is a must, and with Le Jardin’s range of French specialties inspired by Chef Gils Brault, you are sure to leave contented. Located in the heart of BGC but with a French garden-style ambience, this restaurant will transport you & your girls to a Parisian themed garden bridal shower.
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Penthouse, W Fifth Building, 5th Ave cor 32nd St, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
(0917) 817-6584
Stacy’s Home Cafe
Their pastel-lined walls, white tables, and pops of color win in the ambience game. Pairing their cute interiors with classic comfort food, this dainty venue will make you & your girls feel like kids again! P.S. you can hold your future baby shower here too!
Insider Tip: Make sure to inquire about their themed packages!
Reservations accepted
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The Rabbit Hole – Makati
It’s easy to understand why The Rabbit Hole is only on its soft opening but already making a buzz among foodies. Serving very affordable comfort food in a beautifully designed modern space, this restaurant’s got all its competition making a run for their money. Give in to one very worthy pre-wedding cheat meal by trying their best selling Brazo de Mercedes!
Reservations accepted
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20 Malugay St, San Antonio, Makati
Wedding or not, here we come!