The key to a great Valentine's Day is picking the right date spot!
If you and your SO love coffee and brunch-worthy cafe food, chances are you’ve already visited so many cafes in the metro. Cafe culture in the Philippines is alive and well from our love of delicious coffee drinks, comfort food, and Instagrammable interiors. How do you make your Valentine’s Day date at a cafe special? Choose a new spot that's beyond romantic of course! If you haven’t decided on where to celebrate your love on February 14th, here’s our list of 15 romantic cafes and restaurants in Manila that will set the mood just right on V-Day.
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If you’re looking for something new:
1. The Coffee Academics
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Explore The Coffee Academics’ specialty beverages that won them awards in Hong Kong in 2017. The cafe’s offerings are made with natural ingredients sourced from all around the world; its signature Okinawa latte, for instance, uses brown sugar from Japan. You can satisfy your sweet tooth at this romantic cafe in Manila too. It offers Espresso Butter Pancake, Conette and more.
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The Coffee Academics
Address: 109 Don Carlos Palanca, Legazpi Village, Makati, Kalakhang Maynila
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday - 7 am to 7 pm | Saturday to Sunday - 7 am to 8 pm
Contact Details: 0929-675-5340
2. Sombrero Cafe & Bar
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Sombrero Cafe & Bar offers the best of Mexican and Spanish cuisine, with alcohol or coffee on the side. Choose from its selection of wines, local and imported beers to accompany your dish, and be sure to try its take on Chicken Chimichanga.
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Sombrero Cafe & Bar
Address: Evia Lifestyle Center, Daang Hari Road, Las Pinas City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 10 am to 7 pm
Contact Details: 0966-629-0203
If you’re looking for something warm and cozy:
3. Malongo Atelier Barista Cafe
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At this cafe, you can choose from different beans from all over the world — Mexico, Laos, Congo, Ethiopia, Burundi, Cuba, Sao Tome, Rwanda, and Myanmar — and have them ground and prepared just the way you like it. The cafe has a unique French-inspired ambience too.
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Malongo Atelier Barista Cafe
Address: 3rd Avenue, Lower Ground, One Bonifacio High Street, Taguig, Metro Manila
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday - 7 am to 7 pm
If you’re looking for something minimalistic:
4. The Curator
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This backdoor coffee shop not only serves specialty coffee but also craft cocktails (but only at night). For coffee drinkers, try the Purple Haze blend for your Piccolo or the crowd-favorite slushies that feature seasonal fruits.
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The Curator
Address: 134 Legazpi St. cor. Palanca St., Legaspi Village, Makati
Opening Hours: Monday: 7 am to 8 pm (Coffee Only) | Tuesday to Thursday - 7 am to 10 pm
Friday to Sunday - 7 am to 12 mn (Cocktails start at 3 pm)
Contact Details: 0916-355-4129
If you’re looking for something sophisticated and classy:
5. Grand Cafe 1919
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Travel back in time with your partner as you taste dishes served in old Manila. While marveling at the remnants of classical architecture, order delicious coffee and dessert from their delectable menu selection. Share a plate of the cafe’s Oreo cake and pair it with a Caramel Macchiato.
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Grand Cafe 1919
Address: 117 Juan Luna Street, Binondo 1006 Manila
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 7 am to 9 pm
Contact Details: Smart: 0961-2444-508 / 0961-8101-910 | Globe: 0956-4976-223 / 0915-4398-912
6. Single Origin
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This restaurant crafted its Italian menu especially for the Filipino palate. With a selection that ranges from soups to beer dough pizza, Single Origin is a classic cafe choice. For craft beer, tea, and coffee lovers, our baristas can just about whip anything for your libation of choice.
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Single Origin
Address: 2/F C3, Bonifacio High Street Central, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
Opening Hours: Sunday to Thursday - 7 am to 9 pm | Friday to Saturday - 7 am to 10 pm
Website: www.singleorigin.com.ph
If you’re looking for something artistic:
7. Poison Coffee & Doughnuts
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That’s what Poison offers. The cafe’s tagline, “Dangerous Coffee, Deadly Doughnuts'', promises to deliver just that, so expect unique experimental flavors like Champorado, Pili Glaze, Mangga’t Suman, and Mojito creations for your palatable Poison doughnuts.
Poison Coffee & Doughnuts
Address: GF Bldg C Karrivin Plaza, Chino Roces Ave., Ext Makati, Philippines
Opening Hours: Monday to Wednesday - 11 am to 9 pm |Thursday to Sunday - 11 am to 10 pm
If you’re looking for a botanical paradise:
8. Bon Appetit 1120 House
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Dining at Bon Appetit 1120 House is like being on vacation in the rustic countryside of Europe, thanks to the ambience and the food it serves. If you feel like having indulgent but healthy options, try its organic kale with broccoli and edamame, coconut pancakes, purple yam, and French toast.
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Bon Appetit 1120 House
Address: The Metropolitan Club Estrella cor Amapola St., Makati
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 11 am to 8 pm
9. Ça Va Creperie & Floral Atelier
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Looking for a vegetarian restaurant for Valentine’s Day? This is it. The restaurant serves up delectable vegan dishes that are truly worth a try. In the mood for something savory? The restaurant has a crepe for you. Keeping things sweet? Get the Mangoin’ Home crepe.
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Ça Va Creperie & Floral Atelier
Address: G/F Podium Mall, Julia Vargas Entrance 4107 Mandaluyong, Philippines
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday - 10 am - 7 pm
10. Flossom Kitchen + Cafe
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If your partner loves flowers, they’ll certainly love Flossom Kitchen + Cafe. The restaurant has lots of them not just as decor but also in the meals. Yes, you read that right. Edible flowers are present in many of its dishes, including the Buffalo Mac and Cheese and Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup.
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Flossom Kitchen + Cafe
Address: 187 N. Averilla Street, Sta. Lucia, San Juan, San Juan City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 8 am to 10 pm
Website: www.flossomkitchencafe.com
11. Flower Ranch Cafe
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If you want to surround yourself with flowers on V-Day, this place is the one to visit. While enjoying the ambience, treat yourself to its Rose Tea Brew or Iced Espresso Tonic while admiring your newest bouquet in hand.
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Flower Ranch Cafe
Address: Beacon Plaza, Shaw Boulevard, corner Ideal, Street, Mandaluyong City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 7 am to 4 pm
Contact Details: 0920-908-8078
Website: www.flowerranchcafe.com
12. Tablo Kitchen + Cafe
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Considering the South? Try Tablo Kitchen + Cafe in Las Piñas. Whether you’re in the mood for just pica-pica or full meals, you’ll have something that will satisfy your craving here. Our top picks? The Cream Cheese Wedges and the Cajun Chicken and Chips.
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Tablo Kitchen + Cafe
Address: L. Hernandez Ave, Almanza Uno, Las Pinas City |
14A Scout Borromeo St. South Triangle Diliman 1103 Quezon City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 10 am to 12 am
Website: tablokitchenxcafe.com
13. Cafe Guilt
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It may be named guilt but you definitely won’t feel guilty when you indulge yourself in their healthy offerings. Try their avocado toast and no-meat pizza while enjoying the restaurant’s tropical ambience.
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Cafe Guilt
Address: 35 Sct. Castor St, Diliman, Quezon City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 10 am to 9 pm
Contact Details: 0917-167-6050
If you’re looking for the outdoors:
14. La Cathedral
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Ever dreamt of dining under the stars and being the main character of your favorite rom-com? Bring that fantasy to life at La Cathedral. Indulge in Filipino classics like beef caldereta, bicol express, pork tenderloin tapa, all with great company and even better views!
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La Cathedral
Address: 398 Cabildo Street corner Beaterio Street, Intramuros, Manila City
Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday - 8 am to 9 pm Contact Details: 0915-163-3994
15. Kape Cinco
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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and escape to Kape Cinco. Pair Filipino food and delicacies with this laidback cafe’s coffee blends made from Arabica and Barako beans.
Kape Cinco
Address: 5 Mount Airy St. Mountain View Subd. Sta Elena, Marikina
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday - Morning: 7 am to 11 am | Afternoon: 3 pm to 8 pm
Saturday to Sunday - Morning: 7 am to 9 pm
IMPORTANT NOTE: Be a responsible traveler! All information on this post are accurate from the time of writing. Rules, regulations and guidelines are updated frequently and may change without Klook’s prior notice. For your safety, check with the respective LGU’s and establishments directly before your travels.
