The Curator Coffee & Cocktails in Makati: Cafe by Day, Bar by Night
The Curator Coffee & Cocktails is a secret treasure that keeps two distinct personalities—a café by day and a bar by night. Hidden in a quiet corner in Legazpi Village, it is a thoughtful celebration of all things coffee and cocktails.
Originally opened by David Ong in 2013 inside a wine shop and deli at the Prudential Building in Legazpi Village, The Curator eventually expanded. Its reputation extends far beyond Manila, earning a spot at Asia’s 50 Best Bar for consecutive years.
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By daytime, the front of the space operates as a hip third-wave coffee shop, while cocktail service comes alive at the back in the evenings, creating two complementary experiences under one roof.
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It also carries the subtle elegance of rustic industrial design blended with clean, minimalist sensibilities, giving the space a refined yet approachable charm.
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Exposed ceiling pipes, polished cement floors, and a bare-bones aesthetic define the café, while the cocktail bar mirrors the same understated character.
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On the coffee side, favorites like the Banana Latte (Php 210) offer a comforting yet playful twist, blending familiar coffee flavors with a subtle tropical note—perfect hot or iced.
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For something lighter and refreshing, the Shake-O-What-O (Php 170) delivers a lively mix of espresso, milk, cold brew, and coconut syrup, shaken and served over ice for a cooling, energizing sip.
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Its carefully curated brews and expertly crafted cocktails continue to win hearts across the community, making The Curator Coffee & Cocktails one of Asia’s most consistently celebrated bar-café destinations for four consecutive years.
