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Jasmine in Makati: A True Cantonese Tradition at New World Hotel

Jasmine in Makati: A True Cantonese Tradition at New World Hotel

Enjoy authentic Chinese fare, including expertly cooked dim sum, at New World Makati Hotel's Jasmine!

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Bayleaf Restaurant & Bar Lounge in Makati: An Ideal Place to Cap off Your Day

Bayleaf Restaurant & Bar Lounge in Makati: An Ideal Place to Cap off Your Day

This bar lounge makes for an excellent choice for a romantic dinner, a business meeting, or simply a place to unwind while enjoying the Makati skyline.

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Farfalla Ristorante Italiano in Makati: Where an Italian Dining Adventure Awaits

Farfalla Ristorante Italiano in Makati: Where an Italian Dining Adventure Awaits

Farfalla Ristorante Italiano in Makati is a modern Italian restaurant with an emphasis on keeping your Italian dining experience as authentic as possible.

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SALA Restaurant, Home of Modern, Classic European Cuisine since 1997

SALA Restaurant, Home of Modern, Classic European Cuisine since 1997

The Philippine Primer features SALA restaurant in Makati, home of modern and classic European cuisine since 1997.

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Romantic Restaurants 2017

Romantic Restaurants 2017

Hossein’s Persian Kebab in Makati: Your Gateway to Middle Eastern Cuisine

Hossein’s Persian Kebab in Makati: Your Gateway to Middle Eastern Cuisine

Taking you to a Persian, Arabic, Indian and East Mediterranean vibe is this vibrant and detailed interior of Hossein's Persian Kebab at Makati Avenue!

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Greek & Mediterranean

Spices in Makati: A Symphony of Asian Flavors

Spices in Makati: A Symphony of Asian Flavors

Eight Asian Cuisines in one restaurant!

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Old Swiss Inn Restaurant in Makati: Home Of Authentic Swiss Delights and Cheese Plates

Old Swiss Inn Restaurant in Makati: Home Of Authentic Swiss Delights and Cheese Plates

Craving for a hearty and authentic Swiss food in Makati? Well, look no further! Head over to Old Swiss Inn and be delighted with their scrumptious servings.

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Paris Délice in Makati: Fast and Good French Food

Paris Délice in Makati: Fast and Good French Food

Paris Délice has become a go-to café in Makati City after opening its doors to the public in 2010.

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Burgers and Sandwiches 2018

Supermarket Guide Restaurant 2020

Burgers and Sandwiches 2018

Supermarket Guide Restaurant 2020

(CLOSED) Empress Jade in Makati: I’M Hotel’s Hidden Chinese Restaurant

(CLOSED) Empress Jade in Makati: I’M Hotel’s Hidden Chinese Restaurant

Empress Jade offers Chinese and Singaporean delicacies in a more spacious and refined hotel setting.

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Asian Restaurants 2017

Asian Restaurants 2017

Tauro Pintxos Wine Bar & Grill, Makati: The flavors of Basque cuisine

Tauro Pintxos Wine Bar & Grill, Makati: The flavors of Basque cuisine

Basque pintxos, you say? Get it at Tauro.

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Feature of the Month

Feature of the Month

Bistro by City Garden Hotel Makati

Bistro by City Garden Hotel Makati

Breaking the stereotype of expensive hotel food is Bistro by City Garden Hotel Makati. Located along Makati Avenue, Bistro serves a wide array of dishes that are a fusion of the East and the West, perfect for the hotel guests and visitors that it caters to. They also offer a number of Filipino dishes that are well-loved and received by foreign visitors who want to have a taste of the country’s cuisine. Recently, they launched a new set of menu that would be perfect not only for the season of Lent, but also year-round. Crab Fettucine (P365) One of their latest offerings is the Crab Fettucine, a dish made with […]

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Mireio at Raffles Makati: Provencal Dining at Its Finest

Mireio at Raffles Makati: Provencal Dining at Its Finest

No need to look afar for Frech cuisine is here in Makati; let your taste buds try French dishes the Provencal way, through Mireio!

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Spectrum in Fairmont Makati: A culinary theater like no other

Spectrum in Fairmont Makati: A culinary theater like no other

Nothing beats a satisfying and luxurious all-day dining here at Spectrum. BUFFET STATION. Spectrum’s Arabic and Indian station, their newest offering The best thing to do at a break from work is to eat a hearty lunch that you so truly deserve. At Spectrum’s buffet at Fairmont Makati, you can never go wrong with all the feast of flavors you’d see right before your eyes. INSIDE SPECTRUM. The place can accommodate up to 200 persons Lavish and sophisticated interiors will welcome you as you go through Spectrum. Its modern and sleek design make it look more luxurious than it already is, perfect for a dining experience […]

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Hole in the Wall: Manila’s Most Celebrated Food Hall

Hole in the Wall: Manila’s Most Celebrated Food Hall

The communal dining scene in Hole in the Wall will make you love it even more. HOLE IN THE WALL. This is Manila’s Most Celebrated Food Hall found in Makati City. Photo grabbed from Hole in the Wall’s Facebook page Hole in the Wall is one of the most sought-after places in Makati because of its bustling culinary scene. People come in here to check out the variety of eateries they can choose to get their meals from, all while dining in their 500-seater food hall. Hole in the Wall was conceptualized by Charles Paw and his chef partners, who wanted to bring a “unique food experience” in […]

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A revamped resto and menu: Pink Panda is your go-to diner for SEA cuisine once more

A revamped resto and menu: Pink Panda is your go-to diner for SEA cuisine once more

Pandas are not usually pink… except when it involves food. Pink Panda, a Southeast Asian diner in Makati, has promised a revamp and they might just deliver a big punch with it. A VERY PINK PANDA. Not endangered or dangerous; just very, very tasty. They’ve teased their updates on their social media accounts. From the looks of things, Pink Panda will be a big hit once they open sometime this month. A fixture in food fairs, bazaars, and festivals, people always seem to say “Where is Pink Panda?” WHERE IS PINK PANDA? They’re right here. Now, people don’t have to go as far as scouring every […]

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Inagiku

Inagiku

Inagiku is authentic Japanese cuisine at its finest. Shangri-La has always been a hotel-favorite because of its upscale accommodation loved by many. However, many people go here as well to indulge on the buffet found at Inagiku. Inagiku is a Japanese buffet at the Shangri-La hotel. Inagiku serves authentic Japanese dishes, ranging from sushi favorites to tempura. They also have meats and steaks to serve, and they also have a seafood area. Inagiku also serves sukiyaki among their variety of Japanese food staples. One of their interesting offerings would be their Wagyu burger and chicken specialties which are all made flavorful. All ingredients used to make these sumptuous dishes are […]

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Noodle & Co.

Noodle & Co.

Those working in the Makati cbd looking for a quick Chinese food fix for lunch can drop by Noodle & Co. Located at the second level of the world-class, sky-reflecting building Zuellig, this inexpensive and straightforward Sino-grub spot is perfect for the office worker who wants to enjoy a quick lunch as he or she keeps up with the urban pace. The modern oriental diner offers various choices of reasonably-priced dishes. Its main offering is, as the name suggests, noodles, plus a bunch of other food like the popular Chinese dimsum specialties that are plump and juicy. Try its delicious Chinese-style noodle dish topped with wantons and vegetables for only […]

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Tien Tien Hotpot Restaurant in Makati

Tien Tien Hotpot Restaurant in Makati

The popular restaurant is known for its authentic Chinese hotpot, the taste of which has been consistent since it opened in Makati in 1990. Living up to its name Tien Tien, which means everyday in Chinese, they serve fresh seafood and vegetable hotpot dishes daily. Hearty Hotpot Meat Set (Regular/P890) You can choose from plain, satay and coriander flavored soups, and add seasonings like garlic, chili and green onions as you desire. They also offer a la carte dishes such as sweet-sour pork, spare ribs and noodles. Delivery service is available for its a la carte menu. There is a fish tank beside the entrance, and three private dining rooms […]

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Piggy Wiggy: A chill spot for 9 to 5ers

Piggy Wiggy: A chill spot for 9 to 5ers

Hidden past the cupcake and deli shop is Piggy Wiggy, a tiny but laidback place where stressed 9 to 5ers usually converge and relax over a bottle of ice-cold beer and a sizzling plate of sisig (a famous Filipino beer pair dish). Hot and filling Filipino fare plus ice-cold beer is the usual top choice among Piggy Wiggy patrons Located near the corner of Dela Rosa and Perea Streets, the restaurant is an unassuming spot, easy to miss if not for the usual chatter of Makati work denizens who usually head to the resto for a quick cold one and choice Filipino fare. Parts of pig’s head like ears and […]

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Kabila Filipino Bistro: A Taste of the Finest in Local Gourmet Cuisine

Kabila Filipino Bistro: A Taste of the Finest in Local Gourmet Cuisine

Kabila Filipino Bistro is another innovative concept of Raintree Restaurants serving exquisite and modern selections of locally sourced and outright Filipino cuisine with modern impressions. Here, you can explore the Philippines through your palate with dishes from the different regions of the archipelago. Kabila is prominently located at the Ayala Museum Complex just beside (‘Kabila’ is the local translation for ‘the other side’) Museum Café, also under Raintree. Kabila is like a world-class showcase of Filipino ingenuity in terms of cuisine and artistry as the restaurant’s design incorporates native Filipino crafts with a very 21st century vibe. And yes, the sophistication of the traditional also translates to the menu offered […]

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Bad Bird

Bad Bird

Find out why it’s good to have it bad for the newest chicken place in town. A quick trip to Hole-in-the-Wall at the recently opened Century City Mall and you know what’s the “baddest” chicken place currently in the metro. BAD BIRD: Umami Fried Chicken takes Manila by storm –thanks to the distinct, satisfying umami flavor that is uniquely present in every bite of Bad Bird Chicken. Umami flavor is translated as a pleasant, savory taste and is widely considered by foodies around the world as the “fifth taste”. – Crunchy on the outside, succulent and tasty on the inside. The Waffle Plate (PHP290) is a combination of sweet potato […]

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Simple Lang in Makati: Filipino comfort food at its finest

Simple Lang in Makati: Filipino comfort food at its finest

Simple Lang is another Raintree Restaurant concept that offers and showcases comfort Filipino cuisines that are delightful and delicious. The restaurant is located centrally in the lush Ayala Triangle Gardens, Makati City is a great place to go if you want a modernized and enjoyable Filipino food. – Dining Place (Entrance) – The restaurant’s ambiance is simple yet lively and upbeat with elegant interior designs matched with bright colors and lights, relaxing wooden furniture and appealing printed words on the walls. – Dining Place view from the second floor – Your’re So Special Menu written on the board – More menu on the wall – Most of the food items […]

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5 Best Sports Bars in the Metro

5 Best Sports Bars in the Metro

Back to the game, boys! With the epic Pacquio-Mayweather match happening very soon, Primer highlights our top five sports bars in Manila for that perfect boys’ night-out: —— Photo by JoTan23 via WhenInManila.com Snaps Sports Bar – Tucked inside Sofitel Philippine Plaza, one of the premier hotels in Manila, is this awe-mazing sports bar. Though a bit pricey, it’s a favorite among tourists because of its modern look and its spacious bar. While waiting for your game to be shown, play billiards or dart matches all night long as Snaps is open twenty-four (24) hours a day! —— Photo from Skinny Mike’s via juice.ph Skinny Mike’s – Located in Bonifacio Global […]

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(CLOSED) Argos Minibar

(CLOSED) Argos Minibar

It’s no secret that Makati’s Padre Burgos has the reputation for being a red light district, but the vicinity is nothing short of interesting, both in the entertainment and food aspect. There in the strip is Argos Minibar, a Turkish restaurant at the ground floor of Citadel Inn which has a lot to offer, especially if you’re craving Mediterranean food after a night of cocktails with friends. Start off your meal with a cup of Turkish coffee (P100) or a bowl of Iskembe (P125), ox tripe soup that’s said to cure hangovers. Once you’ve taken care of that hangover, go ahead and order some or Argos’ menu favorites. There […]

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Greek & Mediterranean

Spices

Spices

As the name suggests, this restaurant offers rich aromatic spices from seven countries: India, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Chinese, and Filipino. Spices offers a unique dining experience for its customers and it’s located at the first-class hotel The Peninsula. The Thai menu was excellent! We tried the Malaysian chicken curry with herb lime and Thai red curry beef with potatoes. Their wine selection is abundant. The staff is very accommodating and can tell you which wine suits each dish. If you want to enjoy a exquisite and beautifully prepared Asian cuisines and dine in luxurious restaurant, Spices is a good choice for that. ● Applications: Lunch date with friends, business […]

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BBQ Chicken, Makati

BBQ Chicken, Makati

Are you worried about your health and calories but craving for delicious fried chicken? Then why not try Best of the Best Quality Chicken? BBQ is a restaurant that promotes healthy eating. It only uses olive oil from Italy for frying its chicken. In fact, BBQ is a restaurant based in Korea that already has 4,500 stores around 45 countries. The main branch in Korea is the one that manages the flavors of the dishes being served in all its outlets, keeping its flavors standard. Classic Fried Chicken and Spicy Fried Chicken and Grilled Chicken are just some of its popular dishes. However, among the regulars, the most ordered dish in this restaurant […]

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Tin Hau (CLOSED)

Tin Hau (CLOSED)

Tin Hau is a Chinese restaurant that is well-known for pleasing its customers with appetizing food. The dining room of this restaurant is spacious; a perfect place to eat Chinese dishes while vigorously talking with your family, friends and colleagues. Now, let’s go and talk about food! Their most popular dish is the Beijing duck. It has crispy skin and is served with a sweet sauce. When you eat it with cucumber, a refreshing taste will fill your taste buds. Peking Duck Braised homemade spinach tofu with shimeji mushrooms and golden dried scallops Crisp-fried shrimp with mayonnaise and corn flakes Steamed tiger prawns with minced garlic and vermicelli This restaurant is located on the […]

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Tivoli (CLOSED)

Tivoli (CLOSED)

Tivoli’s refined wooden and glass interior is a visual feast to its customers because it radiates a very stylish aura. You will absolutely fall in love with this restaurant’s unique menu. Tivoli’s waiters are also very reliable and attentive to the needs of their customers. So, if you are looking for a restaurant with good service, great food and a wonderful ambiance, come and visit this place! **** Suggestions: A special day, anniversary dinner Atmosphere: Casual dining place Budget: P1,500 Recommended Menu: Steak Tartare (P900) Grilled prawns that is Flambé with Scampi Pernod ~ anise liqueur (P1, 400)

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