Makati

Take a delectable quick peek into the newest and hottest restaurants in the Philippines! It’s all about epicurean enjoyment here!

Tous Le Jours

Tous Le Jours

(1) Cream Cheese Walnut Bread (2) Party With Bear Cake With 1,700 stores worldwide, Tous Le Jours has established its name in the luscious world of pastries and cakes. In fact, they already have 10 branches in the Philippines! Tous Le Jours mean “everyday” in French. They use the highest quality of ingredients for cakes and pastries. We recommend the best-selling Sweet Black Rice Bread with Cream Cheese (P48) and Cream Cheese Walnut Bread (P180 – Photo 1). Both are filled with excellent cream cheese flavor. You can also add side dishes, like bread pizza toast (P68), ham and cheese toast (P98) and vegetable croquette and bread (P48).    
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Bakery and Sweets
  • Bakery and Sweets
    • Café Breton

    Café Breton

    Café Breton is always filled with Filipinos and foreigners day and night. It’s one of the most popular shops in Greenbelt due to its cute and cozy ambiance. It is a French café and is home of amazing crepes and galette, a flat, round pastry popular Brittany, France. Some of the menu items are in French. If you have a hard time choosing what to order, you can always ask assistance for their friendly staff. They allow you to explore your creavity by creating your own version of crepes or galettes. It starts at P50 then you can add your votre choix d’ingredients, the fillings of your choice. Enjoy dinner […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • French
  • Cafe
    • Chubby’s Rib Shack

    Chubby’s Rib Shack

    Come visit Chubby’s Rib Shack for the best steak, spare ribs, nachos, and burritos! It is the perfect restaurant during lunchtime. The store, with a wood interior, creates a Midwest atmosphere. Chubby Rib Shack’s Classic Steak serves certified US Angus beef steaks that are said to be one of this joint’s most popular dishes. You could eat it with rice, toast, coleslaw, or salad. Pulled Pork Nacho is also one of its bestsellers. It has plenty of nachos, topped with BBQ pork and cheesy sauce.
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Steakhouse
  • Steakhouse
    • Alexa’s Deli

    Alexa’s Deli

    Alexa’s Deli is a stylish and popular wine shop in Salcedo. The place is spacious enough to relax, read, study or hang-out with friends. Their menu consists of breakfast specials, pasta, salad, sandwiches, cakes and pastries, coffee and a wide selection of wines. One of the beverages you can try is the Caramel Macchiato (Photo 4) made of 100% Arabica beans. The Sausage Platter (Photo 2) is great finger-food and can be enjoyed for a glass of the house wine (P120).    
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • Cafe
    • TWG Tea Salon and Boutique in Greenbelt is a Haven For Every Tea Lover

    TWG Tea Salon and Boutique in Greenbelt is a Haven For Every Tea Lover

    TWG Tea Salon is indeed every tea lovers haven with its world-class tea selections. This finest luxury tea brand in the world has been providing people with over hundreds of teas tried and tested by tea tasters who traveled across the globe to provide just what is best. Here in Greenbelt 5, they provide you not just exquisite teas but also a tea salon for you to enjoy your drink with a meal or a dessert.
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • Cafe 2018
  • Cafe
  • Cafe 2018
    • Heaven and Eggs

    Heaven and Eggs

    We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so get yourself pumped by trying Heaven and Eggs’ popular Jeproks Slammer. Combine this large serving with some tasty longganisa, tocino or tapa and have the ultimate Filipino breakfast you’ve always wanted! You can also choose from their breakfast menu that offers a variety of delectable morning dishes like pancakes, waffles and freshly baked bread. Do try their raisin bread (P200) that is rolled up with just the right amount of sweetness. (1) Jeproks Slammer (P495) (2) Peanut Butter and Banana Waffle (P195) (3) Fruity Tootie Waffle (P235) (4) Angus Steak and Eggs (P999) Heaven and Eggs […]
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Cafe
  • Cafe
    • 71 Gramercy (CLOSED)

    71 Gramercy (CLOSED)

    (UPDATE: This restaurant is closed.) This New York-style bar/lounge/restaurant is the newest talk of the town! The place is located on the 71st floor of Gramercy Residences in Kalayaan, overlooking the lights and shapes of the metro. The concept was thought of by the people behind Prive, Draft, Opus and Distellery. It’s no no wonder the place is a huge success! 71 Gramercy proves to deliver new heights in the clubbing scene as it easily becomes the place of the cream of the crop of the society. The club has an inside lounge, a bar area, a restaurant area and an outside roof deck terrace with a full bar. All […]
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  • Makati
  • Bar and Resto
  • Bar and Resto
    • Stockton Place

    Stockton Place

    Locals have filled Stockton Place up every night since it opened in May last year. The chef who has trained in Peninsula hotel, has captivated female customers in particular. The menu is littered with “New American Cuisine,” arranged in a sophisticated, fanciful goodness of the material. This off-the-beaten-track restaurant is popular for its Rib Eye Steak in Bordeaux sauce. The flavor, taste, and smell of the steak are trapped beautifully through its cooking in an extremely low temperature of 100 degrees or less. The fries are garnished with truffle oil that lingers in the mouth, a different experience from the usual potato. The flavors of the Foie Gras Salad (Photo […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Bar and Resto
  • Cafe
  • Bar and Resto
  • Cafe
    • Romulo Café

    Romulo Café

    “Is Filipino cuisine delicious and does it have stylish presentation?” At first, our editor K thought that Filipino food tastes simple and lacks in variety. However, K’s opinion changed dramatically when he encountered the Romulo Café. The restaurant’s sumptuous Chicken Relleno (P 615) is a stuffed chicken dish that has a lot of ingredients in it. Also, Romulo’s original dessert, Crispy Suman (P 65), is a traditional fried rice cake. The dishes in Romulo Café are quite surprising because of their delicate presentation and deep flavour. Black and white photographs are hung around the store, narrating the history of the Philippines. This design gives a very chic feeling to the […]
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • Filipino
    • Mesa in Makati: Serving Innovative Filipino Flavors

    Mesa in Makati: Serving Innovative Filipino Flavors

    Mesa Filipino Moderne serves innovate Filipino dishes that will surely delight any palate.
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Filipino
    • Pia Y Damaso

    Pia Y Damaso

    The original menu, plus, the bold arrangement in its dishes is something that Damaso is proud of. Its entire menu is full of originality and it is said that its menu is inspired by ‘Noli Me Tangere,’ a famous book that is written by the Philippines’ national hero, Jose Rizal. Placido Penitente (photo 1) is a risotto using Northern Luzon’s exquisite brown rice, topped with white fish and baked squid. Customers usually add a hint of lemon to it for a refreshing taste, Smoked BBQ Mango Pork (photo 2) is Damaso’s recommended menu. It is grilled pork that is suited with fried garlic rice, spinach, and nuts.  
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Filipino
    • Shokuji

    Shokuji

    Shokuji is a restaurant tucked away in Salcedo Village in Makati. If you want to eat reasonably priced Japanese cuisine, then you should try out ‘Shokuji Emperor Teishoku’ (P395). Just like the name itself, it is a luxurious set menu that gives you a chance to eat a lot of exquisite Japanese food. The Filipino version of California roll, miso soup, tuna sashimi and tempura are the dishes included in this set menu. The meat (grilled meat, chicken, pork cutlet, shrimp tempura) sauce is delicious! It has a very addicting flavour that will make you eat more rice. The grilled chicken, on the other hand, goes with a sweet Filipino […]
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Japanese
    • Mangetsu

    Mangetsu

    This is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Manila. Mangetsu is known for its one-of-a-kind sashimi. This restaurant uses fresh and high-quality ingredients in order to create succulent sashimi, making an impact that is different from all other sashimi dishes. This restaurant’s Japanese executive chef makes its sashimi and sushi earnestly to be able to make their full flavors come out. Salt Ramen is also served in Mangetsu and it is also one of the restaurant’s popular dishes. The soup that is used in this ramen is stewed for 20 hours or more and its noodles are homemade. Customers will be satisfied with this dish because of its big […]
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  • Jupiter Street
  • Makati
  • Japanese 2018
  • Japanese
  • Japanese 2018
    • Seiji Japanese Restaurant

    Seiji Japanese Restaurant

    Seiji is an authentic Japanese restaurant that opened in March 2012. Customers can taste the delicate, ornate, and original French dishes cooked by Chef Seiji Kamura. Their Eel and Foie Gras Salad (P685) is this restaurant’s featured dish. Customers can also enjoy eating the Crispy Rani and Pomelo Salad (P295), which has pomelo, mango, Mizuna lettuce, and original Sesame dressing. This restaurant uses fresh ingredients for its dishes. To be able to do that, Seiji orders its vegetables, fruits, meat, and fish from Japan 3 times a week.  
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  • A. Arnaiz Avenue
  • Makati
  • Japanese
    • Watami Japanese Casual Restaurant

    Watami Japanese Casual Restaurant

    Watami has 700 branches all over Asia. Last year, 2 other restaurants opened in MOA and Glorietta 1. This restaurant’s concept is to make customers feel as if they are in their tables at home. In addition, Watami offers dishes that you can order from an ‘izakaya’ (tavern). Yakitori, Steamed Egg Custard, and Cocktail Tofu (P95) are just some of them. If your tummy is still not pleased, try drinking Watami’s coffee (P85) after your meal. This will surely satisfy your taste. The interior of this shop is actually more refined compared to the one in Japan.
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Japanese
    • Home of delicious takoyaki: Hana in Little Tokyo

    Home of delicious takoyaki: Hana in Little Tokyo

    Found in Little Tokyo, Hana has become the restaurant to go to for your favorite Japanese snacks.
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  • Little Tokyo
  • Makati
  • Little Tokyo 2017
  • Japanese
  • Little Tokyo 2017
    • Kagura in Makati: Where to Get Best-Tasting Okonomiyaki at Little Tokyo

    Kagura in Makati: Where to Get Best-Tasting Okonomiyaki at Little Tokyo

    Enjoy many different toppings to choose from such as pork, squid, octopus, shrimp, and even cheese for your okonomiyaki at Kagura in Little Tokyo!
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  • Little Tokyo
  • Makati
  • Little Tokyo Restaurant 2019
  • Japanese
  • Little Tokyo Restaurant 2019
    • Nodaya in Little Tokyo: Your New Sushi and Hot-Pot Stop

    Nodaya in Little Tokyo: Your New Sushi and Hot-Pot Stop

    A place for an after-work hangout for great conversations and warm get-togethers over a delicious Japanese meal.
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  • Little Tokyo
  • Makati
  • Little Tokyo Restaurant 2019
  • Japanese
  • Little Tokyo Restaurant 2019
    • Kimpura Japanese Restaurant, Makati

    Kimpura Japanese Restaurant, Makati

    Kimpura is a traditional Japanese restaurant that has been in the business for 42 years and has set up 2 more stores in Metro Manila. Its branch in Greenhills is on its 25th year already. Classic Japanese Sukiyaki (PHP680) Nigiri Sushi (PHP675) A skilled Japanese chef visits the restaurant every day in order to maintain the quality of the dishes. To make the ambiance more Japanese, customers are greeted by waitresses dressed in kimono. The restaurant’s interior is very spacious and its sushi and tempura counters have 10 seats each. To meet the various needs of the customers in terms of space, Kimpura has 8 teppanyaki tables and 6 private […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • San Juan
  • Japanese
    • Rikuseki An, Makati

    Rikuseki An, Makati

    Rikuseki An is a Japanese restaurant recommended for those people who want to taste authentic Japanese food with a calm ambiance. Salmon Roe Ranging from ingredients, seasoning, rice, and oil, Rikuseki gets all of their materials from Japan in order to recreate the taste of genuine Japanese food. Sashimi The restaurant’s bowl of fresh salmon roe is bountiful, while its sashimi, which consists of 5 varieties, is presented in a colorful way. Customers will definitely enjoy looking at its beautiful dishes done by a skilled Japanese chef. The quality of these dishes are truly Japanese. Another really popular dish is the beef Curry (Php390) which is stewed slowly. Lunch deals […]
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  • Legazpi Village
  • Makati
  • Tonkatsu
  • Japanese
  • Tonkatsu
    • Yoshinoya, Glorietta

    Yoshinoya, Glorietta

    Yoshinoya, a restaurant that serves beef bowls, was established in Manila in 2002. As of this moment, there are 7 branches in the Philippines that are flocked by countless of customers. This restaurant takes pride in its secret sauce that is full of flavour. Yoshinoya has preserved its traditional cooking style for years, and because of its exquisite beef bowls, Yoshinoya is now loved by the world. You’ll be satisfied by Yoshinoya’s beef bowl in the Philippines. It is recommended that you come here with your friends.    
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  • Glorietta
  • Makati
  • Japanese
    • Grappa’s at Makati

    Grappa’s at Makati

    If you are looking for a place where you could eat affordable Italian cuisine, with a casual setting, why not go to Grappa’s? This restaurant is located on the second floor of Greenbelt 3. Thanks to Grappa’s Filipino staffs, not only customers can enjoy good food, they can also enjoy a hospitable and fun atmosphere. Furthermore, it also has a bar counter where you can enjoy a generous amount of Italian wine. Pizza is this restaurant’s recommended dish, which you can actually witness being prepared by the chef in the open kitchen. Peperonata is a pizza that has cheese, green peppers, salami, etc, and once you eat this pizza, you’ll […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Italianni’s Restaurant, Makati

    Italianni’s Restaurant, Makati

    Italianni already has 8 stores in Metro Manila and the popular branches of it are located in major shopping malls, which are patronized by local Filipinos. This vibrant restaurant serves dishes with great quantity that is perfect for group meals. Pizza and Pasta is Italianni’s main dish, plus, Primer recommends that customers should try out its salad. Italianni uses fruits, which are simply unique and can be found in the Philippines, for its dressing. Mango and pomelo (a kind of citrus fruit) are some of those fruits. In addition, if it’s your or your friend’s birthday, why not celebrate it in here so you could hear a special birthday song […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Tosca, Makati

    Tosca, Makati

    In the luxurious 5-star hotel Dusit Thani, Makati, you can find  Tosca, an Italian restaurant named after the famous opera of Giacomo Puccini that was screened during the early 1900’s in Italy. Tosca has an elegant interior that is designed by award-winning decorators. This restaurant exudes a warm and friendly atmosphere that you will surely love, along with its authentic Italian food and wine. Since Tosca has some private rooms, business meals and special events can be held in here.
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  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Paparazzi, Makati

    Paparazzi, Makati

    Paparazzi is an Italian restaurant located on the 2nd floor of EDSA Shangri- La Hotel. This restaurant always uses fresh ingredients and has a modern interior. Its Lunch Set Menu is affordable so it is highly recommended! In addition, Paparazzi’s pasta can be cooked according to the customer’s preference, so, if ever you want to try out its pasta, feel free to talk to the waiters.
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  • Makati
  • Mandaluyong
  • Italian 2017
  • Ortigas Center
  • Italian
  • Italian 2017
    • Pepato Cibo di M in Makati

    Pepato Cibo di M in Makati

    Pepato Cibo di M is located in Greenbelt 2. It is a restaurant that has a new, unique Italian style and visited by a lot of western customers. Its name PEPATO means “pepper” and “exciting” in Italian. As its name suggests, Pepato serves food that is always surprising. Papardelle Onion Cream with Red Eggs (P350) is a rich pasta dish with white sauce. What’s more, the saltiness of the red eggs intensifies the taste of the white sauce. The ‘jumbo clam’ called Angel Wings (P395) is just simply grilled and has a moderate salty flavor. Chilean Seabass La Sorpressa (P800), on the other hand, is this restaurant’s recommended main dish. This […]
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  • Greenbelt
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Bravo Ristorante Italian Cuisine, Makati

    Bravo Ristorante Italian Cuisine, Makati

    Feel free to enjoy this restaurant’s Italian cuisine. For starters, you can enjoy its Cold Cutlet, Pumpkin Soup and Salad, then for the main course, try out Bravo’s Pizza and Pasta that will surely deliver the taste of Italy to you. Also, to further enjoy your elegant meal, why not drink a glass of wine with it. Margarita Pizza (Small, P160/ Large, P270) is Bravo’s best dish. It has tomato, mozzarella, parmesan cheese, and oregano. The appetizing Spaghetti Gamberri (2- 3 people per serving, P335/ P635) is a meal with plenty of shrimps, tomatoes, and garlic.  
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
  • Muntinlupa
  • Italian
    • (CLOSED) Bistecca, Makati

    (CLOSED) Bistecca, Makati

    Whenever we hear the word ‘steakhouse,’ we tend to imagine an American atmosphere. However, in Makati, there is a chic, Italian-style steakhouse named Bistecca. It offers rib-eye and T-bone steaks along with appetizers and pasta. The tender and flavorful 1-kg red meat steak that Bistecca offers can be enjoyed by 2 to 3 persons. This restaurant also offers a wide variety of wines which is Php 1,000 per bottle.  
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  • Rockwell
  • Makati
  • Italian
    • Brasserie Boheme, Makati

    Brasserie Boheme, Makati

    Brasserie Boneme is a restaurant that serves international cuisine and lets you enjoy eating your meal with a glass of wine. This restaurant is ideal for lunchtime. When dining there, check out the restaurant’s prix fixe menu (P550, tax not included). However, if you only want to have a light meal, you could order one of Brasserie’s sandwiches that are made from varieties of bread, such as baguette and panini.
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  • Salcedo Village
  • Makati
    • L’Incontro Ristorante Italiano, Makati

    L’Incontro Ristorante Italiano, Makati

    L’Incontro Ristorante Italiano is an Italian restaurant that creates dishes that will leave you lost for words. Even executives, who know delicious restaurant spots in Makati, guarantee that this restaurant offers dishes with high-quality taste. The Crespella ala Funghien Tartufo (P550) is this restaurant’s bestseller for 12 years. The aroma of black truffle, the rich flavor of its thick cream, and its tasty ham spreads in your mouth once you eat it. L’Incontro also offers a P1000+ (for a minimum of 40 people) buffet meals that are commonly acquired for farewell dinners for colleagues. This restaurant is also a perfect romantic venue for those couples who want to create an everlasting date.  
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  • Makati
  • Italian