Manila
MANILA - BEST RESTAURANTS
Introduction
Before World War II Manila was considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Asia. Nowadays Manila is the capital and the second most populated city in the Philippines - right behind Quezon City. It’s a city of extreme contrasts: It can be chaotic, dirty, but also divine and gorgeous. It still has a unique culture, great Filipino & international food and you can meet the friendliest and most fun people in the world!
Being one of the world's most densely populates city, the Philippine’s Capital is a colorful mosaic of ancient cultural and religious influences that have had all the liberty to build places of worship. This religious tolerance is one of the key features of Manila and has spawned numerous architectural wonders, from magnificent churches to beautiful Buddhist temples.
Manila is also bursting with captivating museums that tell stories of the fascinating history of the Philippines as well as relaxing parks and plazas created to commemorate the country's heroes and important events. The most important one to visit is Rizal park, named after a national hero Jose Rizal. A trip to Intramuros, the city's oldest area, which is filled with landmarks, will make you feel like you've just travelled through time and perhaps space - it is the area with the most Spanish influences the city is famous for.
Experiencing Manila's nightlife will be easiest in Binondo, Ermita or Malate, the three main districts that offer a great variety of places to have a relaxing dinner or drinks in the tropical sun.
The city is named after a white flowered mangrove plant and founded 327 years ago by the Basque conquistador Miguel Lopez de Legazpi.
Independence Day is one of the most important historical dates in the history of the Philippines, originally earmarked on June 12, 1988. It’s celebrated every year by Filipinos and observed as a national holiday.
Makati is the business centre of Manila. Its skyscrapers house most of the major corporations and many of big hotel-chains like Shangri-La or Peninsula.
Cool Restaurants
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EL CIRKULO
awesome spanish cuisine
Address: Ground Floor Milkyway Building, 900 Arnaiz Avenue (Pasay Road), Makati City 1200, Philippines
Area: Makati
Web: http://www.elcirkulo.com/
Phone: +63 2 810 8735
Prices: Mains: US$ 12.- to US$ 20.-
"EL CIRKULO" first opened in 1995; Chef J. Gamboa serves contemporary Spanish cuisine in Manila; some of his signature dishes include "slow roasted U.S. beef belly with horseradish cream sauce" and "Paella montana with portabella mushrooms"; Chef Gamboa is constantly adding new dishes to his menu leaving his customers excited with anticipation
INAGIKU
"INAGIKU", located in the Makati Shangri-la Hotel, you’ll experience some of the world class Japanese cuisine; Master Sushi Chef, Wataru Hikawa, prepares some of the most exotic Japanese dishes that you’ll ever find; this restaurant is definitely a keeper, even though it’s on the pricier side, the food is well worth it; alternatively for a fresh Japanese lunch try SERINA (Makati Cinema Sq, Manila, Philippines); prices are reasonable and your appetite will definitely be satisfied
MILKY WAY
lovely filipino cuisine
Address: Rockwell Drive, corner Estrella Street, Rockwell Center, Makati City 1200, Manila, Philippines
Area: Makati
Web: http://deli.milkywayrestaurant.com/
Phone: +63 2 756 5026
Prices: Mains: starting at US$ 2.-
"MILKY WAY" is an awesome Filipino restaurant serving homestyle cuisine at a reasonable price; you have the option of dining in or take out; the "crispy hito" and "ensaladang mustasa" will make you want to go back for more
PEOPLE'S PALACE
great thai food
Address: G/F Garden Side, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Centre, Makati City 1233, Manila, Philippines
Area: Makati
Web: http://www.peoplespalacethai.com/
Phone: +63 2 729 2888
Prices: Mains: US$ 7.- to US$ 17.-
Are you a fan of Thai food? If so, then you’re going to love "PEOPLE'S PALACE"; try some familiar and new Thai dishes that will leave your palate wanting more; there’s something for everyone, including vegetarian- and dessert lovers
SALA BISTRO
continental food in a very hip setting
Address: G/F Garden Side, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Centre, Makati City, Manila, Philippines
Area: Makati
Web: http://www.salabistro.com/
Phone: +63 2 729 4888
Prices: Mains: US$ 9.- to US$ 16.-
"SALA BISTRO" is an elegant restaurant serving modern European cuisine; it is the best burger in town with a side of truffle mashed potatoes; have the butterscotch pudding for dessert simply irresistable!
TAO YUAN
singaporean food in malate
Address: 508-512 General Malvar Street, corner A. Mabini Street, Malate, Manila, Philippines
Area: Malate
Web: http://www.taoyuanrestaurant.com
Phone: +63 2 522 7009
Prices: Mains: US$ 14.- to US$ 22.-
"TAO YUAN" is one of the most famous restaurants in Malate; their specialty is Singaporean cuisine but also Hong Kong Cantonese dishes, including "Hainanese Chicken" prepared by some of the most well known Singaporean chefs; operating hours: 11am-3pm and 6pm-12am
ZHU
cheap shabu shabu
Address: 103 Tecoma Bldg 5th ave., corner 32nd, Bonifacio Global City, Manila, Philippines
Area: Taguig City
Web: No website
Phone: +63 2 856 3638
Prices: Mains: around US$ 8.-
If you like Chinese food then you’re going to love "ZHU"; some of their specialties include "soup of Xiao Long Pao dimsum" and "the secret house sauce of Zhu's Hot Pot"; end the dinner experience with one of their award winning cheese cakes: look out for Mr. Allan...
* This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm opening hours, dress code and pets policy directly with the restaurant before planning your trip.