Savor cold weather with a cup of coffee at these Insta-worthy cafes in Baguio.
Aside from being known as the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio is widely popular for its coffee culture. Many coffee lovers drive up to the City of Pines on a mission to hoard coffee beans and grounds from the mountain region and enjoy a hot cup of Baguio coffee in the cool weather. Hence, it’s no surprise that there's a wealth of cafes in Baguio that are as dreamy as Baguio itself.
To make it easier for you, we’ve rounded up the 14 best coffee shops in Baguio that will not only satisfy your caffeine cravings but as well as your senses.
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1. Cafe de Angelo
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Cafe de Angelo is a quaint coffee shop tucked in a dainty garden along Marcos Highway. This garden cafe is a popular spot for locals and tourists to hang out and spend a chill afternoon. Take your pick from their house blends—De Angelo Blend, Barako, and Italian Roast—to go with your choice of comfort food like their Zoolander Burger and Chicharon Pasta for your midday fill.
Cafe de Angelo
- Address: 54 Chapis Village, Marcos Highway, Baguio City
- Contact details: 0915 345 4855 or 0905 487 9711
2. Arca’s Yard
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Avoid the crowded cafes in Baguio and enjoy your coffee in peace at Arca’s Yard. Hidden 10-15 minutes away from the city, Arca’s Yard is a café, museum, library, and bed-and-breakfast accommodation all rolled into one. The first thing you will notice when you enter is the amount of natural light that illuminates the space and accentuates the rustic interiors and artworks, giving it a homey ambiance. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to snuggle in a corner with a cup of strong Benguet Coffee in one hand, and a good book on the other while enjoying panoramic views of the lush Cordillera mountains. What more can you ask for?
Arca's Yard
- Address: 777 Tiptop City Limit, Ambuklao Road, Baguio
- Contact details: (0929) 325 1868 | (074) 442 9706
3. Cafe by the Ruins
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Cafe by the Ruins was rebuilt into a romantic, modern cafe, reclaiming its title as one of the best coffee shops in Baguio. A visit to this iconic cafe is not complete without trying their signature Ruins Coffee infused with cinnamon and cardamom that’s sure to uplift your mood. Plus, you can take home-baked pastries like Luisa's Ensaymada and Ernie’s Camote Bread that are sure to be a hit with the family!
Cafe by the Ruins (Baguio)
- Address: 25 Shuntug Rd, Baguio City
- Contact Details: (074) 442 4010
4. Cafe Yagam / Nest Coffee Roasters
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Taste the best Arabica coffee in the Philippines at Cafe Yagam, one of the most beloved cafes in Baguio. This well-loved coffee shop permanently closed its store last September due to the pandemic but opened a new stall called Nest Coffee Roasters two months later—much to the delight of its loyal patrons. This new stall located in Calle Uno serves coffee and pastries to those who missed and want to taste Cordillera’s best brew. The cafe’s new small and humble red-bricked stall allows the coffee to take center stage. If you happen to be in Baguio, don’t forget to drop by, grab a cup of coffee, and take a bag of Yagam Coffee home!
Cafe Yagam
- Address: Calle Uno Building, #3 Escoda (First Road) cor. Naguilian Road, Quezon Hill, Baguio City
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5. Hot Cat Specialty Coffee
Hot Cat Specialty Coffee is a top pick for many coffee aficionados. This quaint and quirky java shop is one of the first cafes in Baguio to highlight specialty coffee and lets you in on the art and science behind pour-over coffee. Before you get your hands on a cup of perfection, you’ll learn how it’s made to understand what good coffee should taste like. Once you take your first sip of their specialty coffee like the Hot Cat’s Sweet Cinnamon Latte, Horchata, or the Spanish Latte, you’ll know what the perfect cup tastes like! Have some sweet or savory delicacies on the side like their Lemon Fudge Bar or Grilled Four-Cheese Sandwich and enjoy your match made in coffee heaven under the swaying pine trees outside!
Hot Cat Specialty Coffee.
- Address: Old Orangewood Bed and Breakfast, 20 Gomez st., Lower P. Burgos, Baguio City,
- Contact details: 0916 761 1408
6. Gossip Coffee Shop
They say coffee is best paired with a good conversation. If you agree, Gossip Coffee Shop is an Instagrammable cafe where you can enjoy both good coffee and a good chika sesh on the side. Good thing Gossip Coffee Shop has a wide selection of coffee brewed from 100% local Benguet and Arabica beans. But before spilling the tea (or coffee), take a sip of their signature drinks like the Campfire Latte and Coffee Jelly to put you in a good mood. Munch on menu highlights like the Gossip Food Trip Platter of nachos, fries, quesadillas, and club sandwiches while snapping artsy photos of the cafe’s cute interiors that’s sure to rake in all the likes!
Gossip Coffee Shop
- Address: 76 Upper General Luna Road, Baguio City
- Contact details: (074) 422 8661
7. Hatch Coffee
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One of the newer cafes in Baguio, Hatch Coffee is slowly becoming a staple in the city’s cafe scene. This cafe, located 15 minutes away from the city center, is located along Easter Road—hence the name. This not-so-secret coffee shop has become a go-to spot for those who want to indulge in some comforting coffee and food. If you’d like to spice up your coffee of the day, try their signature Hatchata, their play on the Horchata or their Dirty Hatchata made with almonds and cinnamon or their strawberry-flavored Hatchata. Bring your tall glass of Hatchata with their Grilled Cheese with Habañero Honey out in their garden and enjoy it amidst the cool Baguio weather.
Hatch Coffee
- Address: 135 Easter Road corner Road 1 Manzanillo Baguio City
- Contact Details: 0920 947 8703
8. Patch Cafe
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Feel at home while you indulge in a delicious cup of joe at Patch Cafe. Apart from its delectable coffee choices, guests are guaranteed a good time at this cafe - thanks to its cozy yet playful ambiance. As for our recommendations, you can’t go wrong with their all-day breakfast options paired best with a hot caramel macchiato or hazelnut cappuccino to enjoy in the cooler weather.
Patch Cafe
- Address: G/F Bloomfield Hotel along Leonard Wood Rd, Baguio City
- Contact details: (074) 446-9112
9. Coffee & Pine
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Coffee & Pine is a charming cafe perched on a ridge in Outlook Drive overlooking quintessential views of the city. If you see a dainty white bike with a basket of flowers parked outside, you’re in the right place. The surrounding pine trees provide ample shade if you want to enjoy your cup of Baguio coffee outdoors and soak in the magnificent view. Inside, whimsical furniture and vintage accessories decorate the space—there’s even a bike hanging from the ceiling!
For that added chill, order Coffee & Pine’s frappes or smoothies like the Dark Choco Frappe and Raspberry Smoothie. Alternatively, you can warm up with a hot Mochaccino with Insta-worthy coffee art.
Coffee & Pine
- Address: 26 Outlook Drive, Baguio City
10. The Coffee Library
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Craving for Vietnamese coffee? Get your fix at The Coffee Library on the ground floor of the Rex Hall Student Residences. The Coffee Library stands out among the plethora of cafes in Baguio because it’s the only coffee shop that serves authentic Vietnamese coffee in the city. If that’s not enough reason to visit, their Ca Phe Sua (coffee with condensed milk), Caphe Bak Siu (coffee with coconut milk), and Caphe Sua Chua (coffee with yogurt) will surely do! Enjoy your coffee with a plate of their fresh Vietnamese Spring Rolls to complete your Vietnamese feast!
The Coffee Library
- Address: G/F Rex Hall Student Residences, Upper Bonifacio St. cor. Gen. Luna, Baguio
- Contact details: 0917 503 7962
11. Vanilla Cafe
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If Belle from “Beauty and the Beast” opened a cafe, it would probably look like this! Drink your coffee like an aristocrat at Vanilla Cafe - a French-inspired cafe of pastels, colorful prints, and both dainty and opulent vintage decor.
While all that sounds exciting, you’ll be glad to know that the food and coffee served are well-curated, too. They have an extensive menu of mouthwatering desserts from cupcakes to pancakes that you can wash down with a glass of coffee. We recommend you pair their crowd-favorite Dulce de Leche Cupcake with an Iced Cold Brew Caramel Macchiato for a sure homerun! It’s hands down one of the most beautiful cafes in Baguio, and undoubtedly an IG-worthy one at that.
Vanilla Cafe
- Address: Kamiseta Hotel Baguio, 20 Villamor St., Brgy. Lualhati, Baguio City
- Contact Details: (0915) 384 6987
12. Tsokolateria Artisanal Cafe
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If you want chocolate on everything, even in your coffee, Tsokolateria Artisanal Cafe is the Willy Wonka of cafes in Baguio. Enter an enchanting chocolate wonderland and indulge in chocolate-infused dishes and drinks. You’ll find yourself dipping a slab of bacon in chocolate and be surprised to enjoy the unlikely combination. If that’s a bit too extreme for you, you can go the more familiar route and help yourself to their bestselling Tablea Champorado. Of course, nothing completes a meal than a cup of coffee with, you guessed it, chocolate or their Baguio Brew Tsoko Barakko. You’ll be making nothing but sweet memories in this artisanal cafe!
Tsokolateria Artisanal Cafe
- Address: Upper Session Road, Baguio City
- Contact details: (02) 8442-6049
13. Il-Lengan Cafe
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Il-lengan Cafe invites you to indulge in a good cup of coffee as you make the most out of your time away from the concrete jungle. “Il-lengan” is an Igorot term that means a place to slack off—and Il-lengan Cafe is exactly that (minus the guilt). As you sip your Iced Hazelnut Latte, you’ll also get to learn about the efforts of the coffee shop owners to empower local farmers and bring the culture of Cordillera to more people. It’s one of the cafes in Baguio that was borne out of the people’s passion for coffee and pride in their culture.
Il-Lengan Cafe
- Address: 2/F Il-Lengan Bldg., Rimando Rd, Trancoville, Baguio City
- Contact details: 0997 800 5944 | 0917 526 8403
