Gotta love halo-halo!
It’s like summer all year round in Manila. Whether it’s the peak of summer or the ber months, we’re all just looking for something to help cool us down and freshen us up. There are lots of cold desserts out there, but nothing beats Halo-Halo as the classic summer cooler.
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Probably the most recognized Filipino dessert, Halo-Halo is a favorite among many. There are a lot of places out there that serve this icy treat, and we’ve sat down to list the best of them in this article. Check them out and beat the heat.
Max’s Restaurant
Halo-Halo is one local dessert that we can crave all year long, no matter the season. Max’s Classic Halo-Halo takes you on a tropical getaway with its mix of caramelized saba, langka, macapuno balls, gulaman, garbanzos, nata, white beans, corn, and kaong, topped with ube ice cream, ube halaya, leche flan, and cheese. They made it even creamier with three kinds of milk.
Their creamy Tres Leches Halo-Halo is also a must-try! The combination of saba, langka, macapuno, and cheese goes so well with leche flan, caramel bar bits, and a drizzle of caramel syrup—especially made for your sweet tooth cravings!
Available for: Dine-in, take-out, and delivery via Max’s hotline 888-79000 and website at delivery.maxschicken.com
Macao Imperial Tea
Discover the ultimate summer indulgence at Macao Imperial Tea, with their reimagined take on Halo Halo. Served as in their classic Ice-Blended Milk Tea, choose from the enticing flavors of Ube, Matcha Green Tea, or Roasted Milk Tea for a refreshing fusion that doubles as a delightful treat to beat the sizzling day. Dive into this 2-in-1 sensation and make your summer moments even sweeter!
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Milkyway Cafe
Where’s the best place to get Halo-halo in the metro? For many, nothing can quite do it like Milkyway Cafe! This restaurant in Makati has been around since 1962, serving classic Filipino dishes just like their award-winning Milky Way Kare Kare, Baby Crispy Pata, US Bistek Tagalog, and Dinuguan at Puto!
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900 A Arnaiz Ave, Milky Way Building, San Lorenzo, Makati, Metro Manila
Aristocrat Restaurant
This Filipino classic has been around since the early 1900s and it has organically evolved from its original food truck stand in Luneta to the Filipino restaurant giant that it is today. The iconic and historic Aristocrat restaurant is a household name for many Filipinos who want to enjoy their local favorites at affordable prices.
Razon’s of Guagua
Pampanga is famous for being the culinary capital of the Philippines and this Kapampangan restaurant prides itself in being one of the best places to get halo-halo. Razon’s halo-halo looks simple but what makes it special is the finely shaved ice that they use, very similar to Korean bingsu’s “snow” ice.
Bebang Halo-Halo
Bebang Halo-Halo is a famous spot in Mandaluyong that serves generous and delicious cups of, you guessed it, Halo-Halo. They offer a variety of flavors like Matcha, Melon, and Buko Pandan, plus other desserts like Mango Graham and Mais Con yelo!
Wack-Wack Royal Mansion, Unit B C N E, 574 Shaw Blvd, Mandaluyong
Little Quiapo
Little Quiapo has big surprises in store for your palate! Ever since 1949, this restaurant has been serving the best Palabok and Halo-Halo in town. But don’t take our word for it, go ahead and take a bite!
Chowking
Chowking offers a combination of Chinese and Western cuisine, a fast food style. Their signature halo-halo has satisfied many Filipinos for generations and has even been approved by the Queen of all Media herself, Kris Aquino.
Manam
As the haven of Filipino comfort dishes, Manam offers classic favorites like House Crispy Sisig as well as exciting twists like Sinigang na Beef Short Rib with Watermelon. But apart from savory meals, they also serve desserts to die for, such as their Namnam Halo-Halo!
Icebergs
With numerous branches around the metro, Icebergs is a certified dessert haven for obvious reasons. Aside from their famous banana splits, Icebergs is also known for their sizzling sisig and crunchy tacos. We dare you to finish a whole order of their Super Halo-Halo in one sitting!
Ilustrado
Ilustrado is a fine-dining Filipino-Spanish restaurant that has been operating since 1989 inside the historic walled city, of Intramuros. Ilustrado features a Hispanic architectural design with old-world interiors and is known to serve world-class Filipino, Spanish, as well as Global cuisines.
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744 General Luna St, Intramuros, Manila, 1002 Metro Manila
Kabigting’s Halo-Halo
Kabigting’s is a classic spot for Halo-Halo that’s well-loved by Filipinos. They’re also home to other Filipino comfort food dishes!
Tropical Hut
Famous for its burgers, sandwiches, and macaroni salad, Tropical Hut is practically an institution when it comes to serving Pinoy favorites. Try their Halo-Halo–it’s jam-packed with toppings!
Crisostomo
Crisostomo shines the spotlight on the country’s cuisine. The restaurant, named after the protagonist in Jose Rizal’s acclaimed novel, Noli Me Tangere, is the brainchild of celebrity chef, Florabel Co-Yatco. Their dishes will take you back to the turn of the century.
Kuya J
Kuya J, formerly “Ang Kan-anan ni Kuya J”, is a casual dining restaurant from Cebu that offers well-loved home-cooked Filipino dishes. They have hot-off-the-grill items like pork barbecue, chicken barbecue, stuffed squid with barbecue sauce, and more!
Mang Inasal
Loved by our very own Darna, Angel Locsin, Mang Inasal’s Halo-halo proves to be the perfect finish to the restaurant’s famous grilled chicken and barbecue! Milky, creamy, and full of sweet toppings— this dessert is worth your every peso.
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