{"id":46390,"date":"2019-07-27T11:30:22","date_gmt":"2019-07-27T03:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/?p=46390"},"modified":"2019-07-28T20:56:49","modified_gmt":"2019-07-28T12:56:49","slug":"10-spots-in-the-metro-where-you-can-enjoy-live-music-and-good-food","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/2019\/07\/27\/10-spots-in-the-metro-where-you-can-enjoy-live-music-and-good-food\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Spots in the Metro Where You Can Enjoy Live Music and Good Food"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best ways to learn more about one&#8217;s culture is to listen to their music.\u00a0It doesn&#8217;t really matter if\u00a0you understand the language or not\u2014it goes beyond words. Thank the\u00a0heavens for live music in Manila, colloquially known as <strong><em>gig<\/em><\/strong>, helping you fully immerse in local music.<\/p>\n<p>If you still don&#8217;t know how gigs work, well, think of it like a mini concert, but this time with no VIP tickets. Attendees don&#8217;t come and go after the show, rather, they make friends to form a close community. Even artists hang out with everyone after!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-46459\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Jessx-pats-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Jessx-pats-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Jessx-pats-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Jessx-pats-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Jessx-pats.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>IMAGE Jess &amp; Pats<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Just like in other countries, gigs in Manila are often held in bars and cafes that are passionate\u00a0about supporting local artists. Entrance fees range from <strong>Php 200<\/strong> to <strong>Php 500, <\/strong>often\u00a0inclusive of one free drink.<\/p>\n<p>Gigs in Manila usually start at <strong>7 p.m.<\/strong> and end at midnight, depending on the line-up of performances. Prepare to drink a bottle (or two) of beer, too.<\/p>\n<p>So if you are ready to start your live music adventure in Manila, here are some of the spots we definitely recommend:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ikomai<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Ikomai and Tochi Desserts | Philippine Primer Eats\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o3A7zyJPmec?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>Can&#8217;t decide whether to satisfy your Japanese food craving or ear for good music? Lucky for you, <strong>Ikomai <\/strong>in<strong> Makati<\/strong> offers both\u2014thanks to their\u00a0hideout sessions! Said live music events feature both Japanese and Filipino artists, so you know it&#8217;s a win-win!<\/p>\n<p><em>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/location\/philippines\/makati\/salcedo\/ikomai-in-salcedo-makati-home-to-japanese-street-and-comfort-food\/\">Ikomai and Tochi Desserts in Salcedo, Makati: Home to Japanese street and comfort food<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Address:\u00a0<\/span>ACI Group Bldg., 147 HV Dela Costa, Salcedo Village, Makati<br \/>\n<span class=\"post-meta-key\">Contact:\u00a0<\/span>02-816-4588 \/ 0917-709-4809<br \/>\nWebsite:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/ikomai.today\/\" target=\"_blank\">ikomai.today<br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Facebook:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ikomaistreet\/?ref=br_rs\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com\/ikomaistreet<br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Instagram:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ikomaistreet\/\" target=\"_blank\">instagram.com\/ikomaistreet<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Saguijo<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/ByH4z5nhdEo\/<\/p>\n<p>If there&#8217;s one place that anyone from the underground scene would recommend, it&#8217;s <strong>Saguijo <\/strong>in<strong> Makati<\/strong>.\u00a0A lot of popular local bands now started with playing a few gigs here\u2014a proof that it truly stood the test of time. They welcome any kind of genre from both up-and-coming to prominent artists. It&#8217;s the ideal place if you&#8217;re looking for a modest yet intimate space to sing your favorite songs in.<\/p>\n<p>Address:\u00a07612 Guijo Street, Makati City<br \/>\nContact: 02-621-6752<br \/>\nFacebook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/saGuijo.Cafe.Bar.Events\/\">facebook.com\/saGuijo.Cafe.Bar.Events<\/a><br \/>\nInstagram:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/saguijobar\/\">instagram.com\/saguijobar<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Dulo MNL<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-46394\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/dulo-mnl-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/dulo-mnl.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/dulo-mnl-290x218.jpg 290w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/dulo-mnl-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/dulo-mnl-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Poblacion, Makati<\/strong> is known for its vibrant night life, and it&#8217;s undoubtedly best spent\u00a0with live music. <strong>Dulo MNL<\/strong>, in particular, is a popular spot for millennials as it&#8217;s a cafe and bar in one, plus the fact that indie artists and bands drop by every now and then.<\/p>\n<p><em>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/restaurant-type\/bar-and-resto\/dulo-mnl-in-poblacion-cafe-restobar-and-event-space-in-one\/\">Dulo MNL in Poblacion: Cafe, Restobar, and Event Space in One<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Address:\u00a0<\/span>4992 P. Guanzon, Barangay Poblacion, Makati City<br \/>\nContact: 0956-504-0739<br \/>\nFacebook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/duloMNL\/\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com\/duloMNL<br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Instagram:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dulomnl\/\" target=\"_blank\">instagram.com\/dulomnl<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Concepto<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-46393\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Concepto-Poblacion.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Concepto-Poblacion.jpg 800w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Concepto-Poblacion-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Concepto-Poblacion-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re the type who does not enjoy the loudest of crowds, <strong>Concepto<\/strong> is the place for you. They are located in an unfrequented spot in <strong>Poblacion, <\/strong>so it&#8217;s safe to say you won&#8217;t be bothered by the neighboring restaurants. Expect mostly local artists and DJs that will serenade you with chill music. Oh, and they also hold open mic nights.<\/p>\n<p><em>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/restaurant-type\/bar-and-resto\/concepto-in-poblacion-is-your-next-hangout-place-serving-straightforward-food\/\">Concepto in Poblacion Is Your Next Hangout Place Serving Straightforward Food<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Address:\u00a0<\/span>6234 Ma\u00f1alac Street, Poblacion, Makati<br \/>\n<span class=\"post-meta-key\">Contact:\u00a0<\/span>02-745-9343 \/ 02-689-1656<br \/>\nFacebook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/conceptoph\/\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com\/conceptoph<br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Instagram:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/restaurant-type\/bar-and-resto\/concepto-in-poblacion-is-your-next-hangout-place-serving-straightforward-food\/www.instagram.com\/conceptoph\/\" target=\"_blank\">instagram.com\/conceptoph<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>20:20<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-46395\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/xxxx-makati-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/xxxx-makati.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/xxxx-makati-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/xxxx-makati-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Who can ever deny the beauty of<strong>\u00a020:20<\/strong> in <strong>Makati<\/strong> with its artistic walls and industrial interiors (not to mention their mouthwatering tapas and cocktails)? Although they usually hold events with international DJs, you can expect local artists bringing a night to remember. Their equally-famous sister bar, XX:XX, also has amazing events you can check out.<\/p>\n<p><em>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/restaurant-type\/bar-and-resto\/2020-in-makati-bar-experience-like-no-other\/\">20:20 in Makati: Bar experience like no other<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Address:\u00a0<\/span>20A La Fuerza Plaza 1, 2241 Don Chino Roces Ave., Makati<br \/>\n<span class=\"post-meta-key\">Contact:\u00a0<\/span>0917-634-8764<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/restaurant-type\/bar-and-resto\/2020-in-makati-bar-experience-like-no-other\/20-20.asia\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Facebook:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/2020bar\/\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com\/2020bar<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Alchemy<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-46396\" src=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Alchemy2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Alchemy2.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Alchemy2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Alchemy2-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s hard not to notice <strong>Alchemy <\/strong>when\u00a0walking around the streets of\u00a0<strong>Poblacion <\/strong>with its\u00a0purple glow, as if there&#8217;s some kind of elixir haunting you to come in.<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>They have weekly live bands, dance nights, among other events that will make you a regular in no time.<\/p>\n<p><em>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/restaurant-type\/bar-and-resto\/alchemy-in-makati-a-beacon-of-european-cuisine\/\">Alchemy in Makati: A Beacon of European Cuisine<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Address:\u00a0<\/span>4893 Durban Street, Barangay Poblacion, Makati City<br \/>\n<span class=\"post-meta-key\">Contact:\u00a0<\/span>02-500-7398 \/ 0917-555-5641<br \/>\nWebsite:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.alchemybistrobar.com\/\" target=\"_blank\">alchemybistrobar.com<br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Facebook:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/alchemybistrobar\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com\/alchemybistrobar<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Tiyo Craft Kitchen + Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/tiyoph\/posts\/971821346543024<\/p>\n<p>The nightlife district of <strong>Tomas Morato<\/strong> just got a little brighter! Opened barely a year\u00a0ago, <strong>Tiyo Craft Kitchen + Bar <\/strong>was\u00a0able to make it to the limelight easily with their Filipino dishes (with a twist) and daily musical acts. If local indie artists and bands are not enough to excite you (which we highly doubt)\u2014they have vinyl nights, where you can bring your own vinyl and have it played on their turntable.<\/p>\n<p>Address:\u00a0<span class=\"_2iem\">CKB Centre, Tomas Morato cor. Scout Rallos, Diliman,\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"_2iem\">Quezon City<br \/>\nContact:\u00a00932-864-2593<br \/>\nFacebook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/tiyoph\">facebook.com\/tiyoph<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Jess &amp; Pats<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BxSJ3hFhuQm\/<\/p>\n<p>The owners of\u00a0<strong>Jess &amp; Pats<\/strong>\u00a0in <strong>Maginhawa<\/strong> are very passionate\u00a0about supporting anything local, and that trait perfectly resonates with its crowd. You&#8217;d be surprised how people sing solemnly through acoustic nights, so be ready to make a few friends along the way. Note, however, that they do not offer any alcoholic drinks\u2014they have refreshing juices, for a change!<\/p>\n<p>Address:\u00a02\/F 63 Maginhawa Street, UP Village,\u00a0Quezon City<br \/>\nContact: 0916-625-5771<br \/>\nFacebook: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/jessxpats\">facebook.com\/jessxpats<\/a><br \/>\nInstagram:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/jessxpats\/\">instagram.com\/jessxpats<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Unit 27 + Bar<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Unit 27 Bar+Cafe | Philippine Primer Eats\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/A3MnR4rwg1M?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>Unit 27 Bar + Cafe <\/strong>in<strong> Eastwood <\/strong>is among the popular spots for good music in the northernmost part of the Metro.\u00a0It exudes a very intimate\u00a0vibe so prepare for a little heart-to-heart with the artists. Bonus: they have an all-day brunch menu.<\/p>\n<p><em>Also read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/food\/location\/philippines\/quezon-city\/unit-27-barcafe-in-eastwood-all-the-good-things-you-want-to-do-in-life\/\">Unit 27 Bar+Cafe in Eastwood: All the Good Things You Want to Do in Life<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Address:\u00a0<\/span>Eastwood Citywalk 1, Libis, Quezon City<br \/>\n<span class=\"post-meta-key\">Contact:\u00a0<\/span>0998-556-9129 \/\u00a00956-732-8680<br \/>\nFacebook:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Unit27BarCafe\/\" target=\"_blank\">facebook.com\/Unit27BarCafe<br \/>\n<\/a><span class=\"post-meta-key\">Instagram:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/unit27barcafe\/\" target=\"_blank\">instagram.com\/unit27barcafe<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Route 196<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BxJtc62FWqz\/<\/p>\n<p>Another crowd-favorite gig place is <strong>Route 196 <\/strong>in <strong>Quezon City, <\/strong>despite it being a bit farther North. This is where you can get a chance to discover local indie artists long before they take the world by storm.\u00a0From anniversary to album launches to just-because gigs, you&#8217;re surely in for some eargasmic treat!<\/p>\n<p>Address:\u00a0Katipunan Ave,\u00a01109, Quezon City<br \/>\nContact:\u00a002-439-1972<br \/>\nFacebook: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pg\/Route196Rocks\/\">facebook.com\/Route196Rocks<\/a><br \/>\nInstagram:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/route196rocks\/\">instagram.com\/route196rocks<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Overall, attending gigs allows you to understand more than the melody and lyrics. You&#8217;ll witness the artists passionately performing their own pieces and the crowd singing (and maybe crying) to the songs.<\/p>\n<p>Besides,\u00a0what better way to spend\u00a0your\u00a0night than with\u00a0good music and beer, right?<\/p>\n<p><em>Where&#8217;s your go to spot for gigs in Manila? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments below!<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt\"><em>Written by Yana Bautista<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are ready to start your live music adventure in Manila, here are some of the spots we definitely recommend!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":46477,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[96],"tags":[9796,9794,9792,9789,9798,9793,9795,9797,9791,9790,9799,9800],"class_list":["post-46390","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-listicle","tag-gig-in-manila","tag-gig-manila","tag-gig-places","tag-gig-places-manila","tag-gig-spot","tag-gig-spots","tag-gigs-in-manila","tag-live-music-manila","tag-live-music-places","tag-live-music-places-manila","tag-where-to-watch-gig","tag-where-to-watch-gig-manila"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2019\/07\/Live-music-in-Manila.png","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46390","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46390"}],"version-history":[{"count":8,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46390\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":46480,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46390\/revisions\/46480"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/46477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46390"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46390"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/primer.com.ph\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46390"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}