Romulo Café in Makati: Embodying History and Delicious Filipino Flavors

Embodying both history and old fashioned Filipino cuisine, Romulo Café elevates your dining experience. Popular for its elegant and sophisticated interiors, highlighting the artistic aspect of the Filipino culture is why guests wear their best outfit whenever they visit the café.

IMAGE from Romulo Café

The restaurant got its name from the family patriarch, the late Carlos P. Romulo. The man known to his colleagues as “Mr. United Nations” is seen as the most important figure in international relations for the Philippines, serving the country for 27 years.

Today, Romulo Café is owned and operated by Sandie Squillantinim, granddaughter of the man they call “The General.”

Makati branch / IMAGE from Romulo Café

Alabang branch / IMAGE from Romulo Café

Apart from the decorative interior, Romulo Café branches across the metro also feature a mini-museum, with photographs and memorabilia that can be seen on the restaurants’ walls but what keeps the customers coming back are its delicious offerings, which will surely remind you of home.

One of the must-try dishes at Romulo Café is the Gising-gising, a classic Filipino veggie dish made with Baguio beans, ground pork, and gata or coconut milk. The gata’s creaminess and the fiery kick from the chili peppers liven up the palate and goes extremely well with steamed rice.

Gising-gising / IMAGE from Romulo Café

Another must-try is Lola Virginia’s Chicken Relleno, a flavorful roasted chicken stuffed with ground pork, raisins, chorizo, and peas. This special dish is the very first meal that Lola Virginia served to her guests in Washington, DC, introducing Filipino cuisine across the continent.

Lola Virginia’s Chicken Relleno / IMAGE from Romulo Café

You should also order the classic Boneless Crispy Pata Binagoongan, which consists of deboned deep-fried pig trotters, served with eggplant-and-tomato shrimp paste sauce.

Boneless Crispy Pata Binagoongan / IMAGE from Romulo Café

You might also want to try the Chicken Inasal Sisig which brings together two Filipino favorites—the sisig and the famous Bacolod chicken inasal! It’s a meal that you surely wouldn’t want to miss out on. The crispy chicken skin on a top makes this Cafe Romulo dish extra indulgent.

Chicken Inasal Sisig / IMAGE from Romulo Café

Apart from that, the restaurants also serves other Filipino favorites that will that will definitely satisfy your appetite and have you craving for more!

Private Dining & Corkage Fees

Looking to enjoy a Filipino feast with your loved ones, friends, or colleagues? The venue offers a range of consumable rental options to suit different group sizes. A private room for 25 people is available at Php 25,000, while the main dining area can accommodate up to 44 people for Php 40,000.

For larger gatherings, the second floor can be rented for 70 people at Php 60,000. Those seeking complete exclusivity can opt to rent the entire restaurant, which accommodates up to 150 people for Php 125,000. All rental options are subject to a 10% service charge and are available for up to four hours. Guests are free to bring their cakes for celebrations, but bringing in of wines are subject to Php 500 per bottle corkage fee.

Visit Romulo Cafe, open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at 148 Jupiter, Saturn, Village, Makati City. Experience an elegant Filipino dining experience that will surely make you come back for more!

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