Manila Archives

Baristart Coffee, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Philippines

Aug 13, 2023

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in Coffee, Japanese, Manila

Baristart Coffee opening in Manila breaks the streak of bad restaurant franchises in the metro.

Breakfast at Antonio’s Robinsons Magnolia, Quezon City, Philippines

May 13, 2023

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in Brunch, Filipino, Manila

Breakfast at Antonio’s finally opens at Robinsons Magnolia in Quezon City in time for Mother’s Day weekend.

SilverKris Lounge, NAIA Manila International Airport Terminal 3

Feb 15, 2023

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in Airline Lounges, Airlines, Manila

Here’s a review of the Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge at NAIA International Airport Terminal 3.

Windmill Lausanne, Crosswinds Tagaytay Resort, Philippines

Feb 3, 2023

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in Brunch, Coffee, Manila

I found a taste of Switzerland in the Philippines.

Breakfast at Antonio’s, Tagaytay, Philippines

Feb 3, 2023

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in Filipino, Manila

Hot chocolate and ensaymadas were legendary. And their homemade corned beef is mouthwatering and juicy.

Olive Garden, Glorietta, Philippines

Feb 3, 2023

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in American, Italian, Manila

In Manila, there’s a secret formula for opening successful restaurants. Unlimited dishes. Large portion sizes. Bonus points if its American.

Here Cafe, Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga, Philippines

Feb 3, 2023

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in Bakery, Coffee, Manila

This 500 seater cafe is probably the biggest coffee shop in the Philippines.

BBQ Chicken Philippines, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

Feb 3, 2023

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in Korean, Manila

BBQ Chicken finally disproves my belief that foreign restaurants in Manila tarnish a brand’s reputation due to inconsistent, poor quality dishes.

Auro Chocolate Cafe, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Manila

Feb 3, 2023

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in Coffee, Filipino, Manila

This award-winning chocolate institution is what I believe the Philippines should have been striving to accomplish from the very beginning.

Cafe Kitsune, The Podium, Manila

Dec 9, 2022

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in Coffee, Dessert, French, Japanese, Manila

{Unpopular opinion} In the world of Cafe Kitsune, Manila beats Singapore for the first time.

Dean and DeLuca QC, Manila, Philippines

May 20, 2022

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in Bakery, Brunch, Coffee, Comfort Food, Dessert, Manila

After its failed predecessor, Dean and DeLuca makes a well-deserved comeback with its brunch fare, viennoiserie and the Hokkaido Purple Yam Cheesecake.

Randy’s Donuts PH, Bonifacio Global City, Manila

May 14, 2022

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in American, Manila

Randy’s Donuts opening in Manila is a wonderful silver lining… since Manila restaurants seemed to stop cooking anything remotely passable in the post-pandemic world.

Omotesando Koffee, Power Plant Mall, Manila

May 13, 2022

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in Coffee, Japanese, Manila

By far the biggest disappointment ever. Omotesando Koffee might be better off not opening in PH at all.

Top 20 Most Popular Restaurants in Aguirre, BF Homes, Paranaque City & Beyond

Nov 11, 2014

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in American, Chinese, Dessert, Eat for Less, Farm to Table, Filipino, French, Fusion Cuisine, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Manila, Spanish, Swiss, Thai

Think you know the foodie strip of Aguirre, BF Homes? This list will test your knowledge of BF Homes’ best kept restaurant secrets!

The Ultimate Guide to Late Night Eating Spots & 24 Hour Restaurants in Manila

Oct 29, 2014

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in American, Coffee, Eat for Less, Filipino, Guides, Japanese, Korean, Manila, Mediterranean, Mexican, Persian

Think Tapsi. Bulalo. Chelo Kababs. Plus a glass of Mojito. Here’s the Ultimate Guide to Late Night Eating Spots and 24 Hour Restaurants in Manila for the stomach that never sleeps!

Top 15 Most Popular Restaurants in Little Baguio, San Juan City

Oct 22, 2014

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in American, Balkan, Chinese, Dessert, Eat for Less, Filipino, Fusion Cuisine, Italian, Japanese, Manila, Mediterranean, Taiwanese, Tea

The area of Little Baguio is filled with understated, hole in the wall restaurants. Think you can conquer Little Baguio, P. Guevarra and Wilson Street? This list may just surprise you.