PhilippinesRestaurants

The definitive dining guide to Philippines: Michelin-starred culinary institutions, iconic local bistros, reservation secrets, and must-order signature dishes.

01

Jollibee

CUISINE:FILIPINO FAST FOOD
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:QUICK-BITE
SPECIALTY:CHICKENJOY

Must Try:Chickenjoy
02

Max's Restaurant

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:FRIED CHICKEN

Must Try:Fried Chicken
03

The Aristocrat Restaurant

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:CHICKEN BARBECUE

Warm yellow lights illuminate the spacious dining hall overlooking the historic Manila Bay waterfront. Vintage wooden chairs and clean table setups preserve the mid-century Manila dining atmosphere. Sizzling sounds from the open kitchen mix with the chatter of local families. A rich aroma of charred wood and sweet marinades fills the air.

Must Try:Chicken Barbecue
04

Antonio's Tagaytay

CUISINE:EUROPEAN
SETTING:HIDDEN-GEM
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:STEAK TARTARE

Antonio's sits inside a restored Spanish colonial house in a quiet Tagaytay garden. The rooms feel composed, with polished wood, white cloth, and cool air from the ridge.

Must Try:Steak Tartare
05

Toyo Eatery

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:MODERN FILIPINO TASTING MENU

Toyo Eatery sits in Makati with minimalist concrete and warm wooden interiors. Soft lighting, open kitchen counters, and quiet spaces shape the dining room. The atmosphere feels calm, focused, and deeply connected to Filipino cooking traditions.

Must Try:Modern Filipino Tasting Menu
06

Gallery By Chele

CUISINE:MODERN FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:MODERN FILIPINO TASTING MENU

Gallery by Chele feels calm, precise, and quietly theatrical. The room is polished without feeling cold, with soft light, measured service, and a kitchen rhythm built around tasting menus.

Must Try:Modern Filipino Tasting Menu
07

Manam Comfort Filipino

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:CRISPY SISIG

The restaurant features a bright, contemporary dining room with clean wooden tables and warm, ambient lighting. The space hums with lively conversation and the rich aroma of toasted garlic and citrusy calamansi. Diners gather around shared plates under modern minimalist light fixtures that create a welcoming warmth.

Must Try:Crispy Sisig
08

Abe Serendra

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:BAMBOO RICE

Must Try:Bamboo Rice
09

Cafe Adriatico

CUISINE:FILIPINO-SPANISH
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:LOLA ISING'S ADOBO RICE

Cafe Adriatico feels like old Malate after dark, polished wood and warm lamps included. The room carries a lived in elegance, with mirrors, framed art, and quiet service. It suits slow meals, strong coffee, and conversations that outlast dessert.

Must Try:Lola Ising's Adobo Rice
10

Milky Way Cafe

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:MILKY WAY HALO HALO

Must Try:Milky Way Halo Halo
11

Blackbird Makati

CUISINE:INTERNATIONAL
SETTING:HIDDEN-GEM
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:SPICY MUSSAMAN CURRY

Blackbird sits inside the white Art Deco Nielson Tower, Makati’s former airport terminal. The dining room feels polished but calm, with high ceilings and aviation era detail. Plates arrive with clean lines, bright sauces, and the scent of grilled seafood.

Must Try:Spicy Mussaman Curry
12

Hapag

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:FILIPINO TASTING MENU

Must Try:Filipino Tasting Menu
13

Metiz

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:FERMENTED TASTING MENU

Must Try:Fermented Tasting Menu
14

Celera

CUISINE:ASIAN CONTEMPORARY
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:LOBSTER LAKSA

Must Try:Lobster Laksa
15

Locavore

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:SOCIAL-HUB
SPECIALTY:SIZZLING OYSTER SISIG

Must Try:Sizzling Oyster Sisig
16

Sarsa Kitchen And Bar

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:CHICKEN INASAL

Must Try:Chicken Inasal
17

Sentro 1771

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:INDOOR-MALL
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:FRIED KESONG PUTI

Must Try:Fried Kesong Puti
18

Cafe Juanita

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:SALMON BELLY SINIGANG

Must Try:Salmon Belly Sinigang
19

Romulo Cafe

CUISINE:FILIPINO
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:CHICKEN RELLENO

Must Try:Chicken Relleno
20

Mario's Restaurant

CUISINE:CONTINENTAL
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:TABLESIDE CAESAR SALAD

Must Try:Tableside Caesar Salad