Seek these unique restaurants on your next trip!
Tagaytay… our favorite road trip destination! Fresh cool air and an abundance of greenery just a few hours away from the city, it’s no wonder why we continue to flock towards Tagaytay. Apart from the significantly cooler air, the city is filled with unique eats and backdrops that we can’t quite experience here in Manila.
Also read: 20 Restaurants in Tagaytay Perfect For Every Occasion
Good food accompanied by great views and fresh countryside air, we’ve rounded up a handful of unique restaurants you should include in your itinerary for your next trip to Tagaytay. Check them out below!
Morgano Restaurant – Arnoldus Road
A rustic casual restaurant in Tagaytay that offers a seasonal menu featuring steaks, handmade pasta, and desserts, Morgano Restaurant will provide you with the best Mediterranean-style cuisine in the city.
What makes them unique? They’re an underrated restaurant in Tagaytay that has good food with a seasonal menu and an equally good ambiance.
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9003 Arnoldus Road, Tagaytay City
0963 217 4686
Greenhouse Cafe – Enrile Street
Greenhouse Cafe is the first-ever greenhouse slash cafe in Tagaytay City that allows guests to see and experience being surrounded by 60 varieties of rare and exotic plants from different parts of the Philippines and Asia as you dine.
What makes them unique? They stray away from the scenic taal view and instead immerse you in an entirely different experience by being surrounded by rare and exotic plants.
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9522 Enrile St., Tagaytay
0961 447 4530
Samira by Chele – Anya Resort
Samira by Chef Chele Gonzales is a recently opened fine-dining spot in Tagaytay that has already received award nominations for the out-of-this-world food experience that it offers. Chef Chele offers a 6-course menu as well as a 4-course Cocido Experience that boasts unique, unforgettable flavors.
What makes them unique? You can have a fine dining experience helmed by Gallery’s Chef Chele away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Anya Resort Tagaytay
0998 955 3630
The Fatted Calf – Nasugbu Road
Discover the rustic charm of The Fatted Calf in Tagaytay, where an open kitchen invites you to savor delectable farm-to-table dishes. Indulge in their wide options, including vegan options, as they champion sustainable dining in a quaint setting.
What makes them unique? Their space has an open kitchen design that allows you to take a glimpse of your food being made in action. They also value sustainability so you’re sure to get the highest quality in terms of food.
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Tagaytay Nasugbu Road, Tagaytay City
0917 789 2352
Pamana – Nasugbu Highway
Pamana is a homegrown and classic Filipino restaurant that opened in Tagaytay in 2009. Aside from its dishes, the place became popular for its homey interiors and photo-filled walls. Three years later, the group opened their second branch in Boracay and then 2 years later, a 3rd branch in Legaspi Village, Makati. Most of the dishes are preserved and updated heirloom recipes from owner Happy Ongpauco-Tiu’s family.
What makes them unique? Pamana’s menu is filled with Filipino recipes that have been passed down from generations of the owner, Happy Ongpauco-Tiu’s family, and the family of her closest friends hence the name, Pamana.
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Tagaytay – Nasugbu Hwy, Tagaytay City, Tagaytay
(046) 413-2461; (0922) 8592703
The Teahouse at QiWellness – Aguinaldo Highway
Qiwellness Living is an Asian fusion tea house, a bathhouse, and a spa destination. It’s inspired by centuries-old architecture, cuisine, and healing practices of China, combined with modern design, culinary techniques, and advances in wellness.
What makes them unique? You get to enjoy a spa day amidst a breathtaking backdrop with a delicious Chinese-themed degustation menu.
Insider tip: If you're planning to order the degustation menu, it usually changes with the season and requires an advanced reservation of 48 hours.
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Aguinaldo Highway, Brgy. Maharlika East, Tagaytay
(0917) 522-6969
Taza Fresh Table – Taal Vista Hotel
“Taza” comes from the Arabic word, “Taaza” which means fresh. The restaurant mainly focuses on bringing fresh and locally sourced ingredients for its international cuisine.
What makes them unique? They prioritize single-origin, sustainable, and organic ingredients with every dish.
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Taal Vista Hotel, Kilometer 60, Aguinaldo Highway, Tagaytay
(046) 413-1000; (0917) 809-1254
The Purple Owl – Gardenia Loop
The Purple Owl is truly one of Tagaytay’s best-kept secrets; it’s an events place and a restaurant in one. The Purple Owl is every couple’s dining, anniversary, and wedding destination; it’s also a beautiful and intimate place for friends and families to celebrate birthdays, gather for a picnic, or have a casual outdoor movie night.
What makes them unique? You can expect a custom-tailor-fitted experience when you book with them, they have different packages for you to choose from, menus, and everything else to make your special day perfect and of course, memorable.
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Gardenia Loop, Villa Pura, Tagaytay
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Lula Cafe – Monte Vista
Lula Cafe is Antipolo’s Burrow Cafe’s sibling counterpart residing in Tagaytay. Like Burrow, Lula Cafe has the same rustic charm amidst the lush greenery. Similarly, their menu consists of hearty all-day breakfast, indulgent lunch options, and decadent desserts. Vegan options are available too!
What makes them unique? An alternative to Antipolo’s Burrow Cafe. Quiet environment with a scenic view. Away from mainstream spots.
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Monte Vista Subdivision Clubhouse, Tagaytay
(0917) 119 7696
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