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The hustle and bustle of the city life can easily wear you down which is why it’s nice to recharge your mind, body, and soul with an out-of-town road trip with your loved ones every now and then. And what better way to do that other than a quick bite at a restaurant with a scenic view and a relaxing ambiance to accompany the fresh air?

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Here, we list down 17 of the best out-of-town restaurants that offer al fresco dining for when you just need that quick breather.

Tagaytay

Lime and Basil

Lime and Basil is a farm-to-table garden cafe offering authentic Thai cuisine in Tagaytay. Whether you want to celebrate a feast or a romantic dinner for two, Lime and Basil is the go-to place to escape and just enjoy life’s simplest pleasures.

Lime and Basil Tagaytay Al Fresco Dining
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Lime and Basil Tagaytay Satay Pad Thai Food
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9014 J. Rizal St. Brgy. Sikat, Alfonso, Cavite
(0915) 627 6393

Marcia Adams

Experience the Tuscan summer at Marcia Adams, a Tuscan-inspired rustic garden restaurant that specializes in offering Mediterranean cuisine.

Marcia Adams Interior
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Marcia Adams Hummus and Chips+
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4123 J. P. Rizal St. Brgy. Sikat, Alfonso, Cavite
(0917) 801 1456

Balay Dako

Balay Dako, an extension of the famous Antonio’s restaurant, is a restaurant that proudly serves Filipino food. Balay Dako directly translates to ‘big house’ in Negrense which is fitting because it is one of the go-to places for celebrations and gatherings for families and is usually on top of tourists’ list of must-dine places in Tagaytay.

Balay Dako Tagaytay Interior
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Balay Dako Puto Bumbong
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4120 Tagaytay-Nasugbu Hwy 4120 Tagaytay City
(0923) 726 6290

Farmer’s Table

Farmer’s Table is a newly-opened restaurant in Tagaytay that serves only the freshest ingredients from farm-to-table goodness in the midst of nature. It is an escape to the countryside you’ll never forget.

Farmer's Table Interior
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Farmer's Table Clam Shell Soup
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Nurture Wellness Village, 7310 Pulong Sagingan Maitim 2nd West, Tagaytay City
(0905) 387 7993 | (0960) 928 3142

Bag of Beans

As if taken out of a storybook, the mystic place of Bag of Beans resembles a secret garden getaway with its forest-like garden and rustic interior design. This family-owned venture that has been around for 21 years now is carefully structured to exude a homey and relaxing ambiance where you can savor fresh and appetizing flavors.

Bag of Beans Interior
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Bag of Beans Pizza
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115 Aguinaldo Hwy 4120 Tagaytay City
(046) 413 4356

Napa at Crosswinds

Napa at Crosswinds is a newly-opened Northern California-inspired café in Tagaytay that’s reminiscent of Napa Valley. They serve breakfast treats like waffles, toasts, specialty coffee, wine, and cheese—making it the perfect spot to cozy up whether you’re coming for a hearty breakfast or a romantic dinner for two.

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Crosswinds, Tagaytay, 4120 Cavite

Cabanas Dine and Bar

Enjoy a tropical-like dining experience at Cabanas Dine and Bar’s newly designed outdoor spaces while you take in the breathtaking view of Tagaytay over drinks and their extensive menu of Filipino comfort food. You could also enjoy a salu-salo with their boodle feast bundles.

Cabanas Tagaytay Interior
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Cabanas Tagaytay Food
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9034 Tagaytay-Nasugbu Rd. Silang Junction South 4120 Tagaytay City
(0966) 937 0626

Cavite

Sonya’s Garden

Sonya Garcia, the brain behind Sonya’s Garden first opened her private home’s doors to the public in 1998. They started out as a private celebration venue til word of the flower-laden garden got around. Now, it’s a magical Bed and Breakfast that’s popular for weddings and other events where the public can enjoy freshly-made food.

Sonya's Garden Interior
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Chateau Hestia

Chateau Hestia is the perfect bed and breakfast for couples, groups, and families who wish to experience the exclusivity of the natural surroundings while enjoying a unique and flavorful European dining experience.

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Chateau Hestia Gambas
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J.Hernandez St., Purok 5 Brgy. Bukal, Silang, Cavite
(0917) 591 2378 | (0929) 711 3289

Laguna

Sulyap Gallery Cafe

Sulyap is a two-hectare lot in the City of Seven Lakes that consists of a bed and breakfast, a gallery café and restaurant as well as a museum. Its main attraction is its famous gallery café and restaurant which offers traditional Filipino cuisine and beverages which has also been awarded as the best and cleanest restaurant in Laguna for two consecutive years now.

Sulyap Gallery Cafe Interior
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Sulyap Gallery Cafe Bangus
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Brgy. Del Remedio, Cocoland Compound, San Pablo City Laguna
(049) 562 9735 | (0917) 182 1483

Patis Tito Garden Cafe

PatisTito Garden Café is your destination in San Pablo City, Laguna that offers slow-cooked Filipino favorite meals using fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is situated within a garden filled with beautiful, natural greenery of lush plants and fresh air amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.

Patis Tito Garden Cafe
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Patis Tito Garden Cafe
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Barangay Sta. Cruz 285 4000 San Pablo City
(0917) 126 5182

Antipolo

Crescent Moon Cafe and Studio Pottery

While best known for its pottery store and studio, Crescent Moon Cafe also serves Southeast Asian-inspired dishes. The restaurant also has a colorful, open-air structure that allows you to dine with nature, savoring not only the food but also a view of their garden and koi pond.

Crescent Moon Cafe and Studio Pottery Interior
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Crescent Moon Cafe and Studio Pottery Studio Suman with Mango
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Sapang Buho Rd., Brgy. Dalig 1870 Antipolo
(02) 8234 5724

Burrow Cafe at Antipolo Beehouse

Burrow Café is an underground café in Antipolo led by Chef Danilo Puga II. Among their popular dishes include the Black Rice Suman à la Mode and Lechon Gising-Gising. They also offer a small but growing selection of vegan choices.

Burrow Cafe Interior
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Burrow Cafe Salads and Eggs Benedict
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113 Beverly Hills Avenue, Beverly Hills Subdivision 1920 Taytay
(0917) 622 9795

Cafe Rizal by Peppermill / Pinto Cafe

Finish off a visit to Pinto Art museum with a lovely meal at Café Rizal by Peppermill also known as the Pinto Café. The museum’s in-house restaurant is just as Instagram-worthy as the contemporary museum but it also has an extensive menu featuring international cuisines from Thai, Japanese, French, Italian, Spanish, and Mexican.

Pinto Cafe or Cafe Rizal Interiors
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1 Sierra Madre St. Grand Heights Rd, Antipolo, Rizal
(02) 633 0329

Baguio

Cafe by the Ruins

Any foodie would know that Cafe by the Ruins is one of Baguio’s most beloved restaurants. It’s best known for being built over a garden theater that used to stand in its place which was later on destroyed by bombs during World War II. Now, it is where tourists and locals flock for freshly baked goods and an all-day breakfast.

Cafe by the Ruins Interior
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Cafe by the Ruins Sinigang, Leche Flan
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25 Shuntug Road 2600 Baguio City
(074) 665 7662 | (0927) 957 4174

Foggy Mountain Cookhouse

The house-turned-restaurant that is Foggy Mountain Cookhouse is the go-to choice if you seek an intimate set-up with your family and friends. The two-story structure, apart from its warm and rustic ambiance, has a terrace that allows you to take in the scenic view of Baguio as you enjoy your meal.

Foggy Mountain Cookhouse Terrace Dining Area
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Foggy Mountain Cookhouse Baked Salmon
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(0916) 767 4687

Oh My Gulay

Quaint and uniquely set in an indoor tropical garden, OMG, also known as, Oh My Gulay Artist Cafe is Baguio’s coolest dining space for vegetarians and vegans alike.

Oh My Gulay Cafe Interior
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Session Road Fifth Floor La Azotea Building 2600 Baguio City
(074) 446 0108

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