Come as you are!
This Pride month—and for the rest of the year, too—we celebrate love and identity in all forms, flavors, and colors! And while the fight for equal rights continues, it’s always a comfort to know that there are places around the city where you can freely express yourself.
Searching for more queer spaces? Read Pride of the Metro: 6 Restaurants and LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces in Manila
Whether you’re an ally or part of the community, you’ll love these 6 LGBTQ-friendly cafes in Metro Manila where you can find a safe space to be who you are. So if you’re looking for those rainbow flags, queer-coded music, and a welcoming haven for some good coffee—here you go!
Blocleaf Cafe
Malate’s hidden coffee gem, Blocleaf Cafe is a cozy coffee nook that’s also loud and proud about equality for the LGBTQ community. You’ll spot the rainbow flag on their window, and upon entering, you’ll be greeted with queer-coded tunes blasting from the speakers.
But more than offering a safe space, Blocleaf Cafe has also been active in holding queer events and activities where members of the community can meet, collaborate, and celebrate one another.
Get your much-needed quiet time with an order of their Ermita (Cold Brew with Vanila Cold Foam) and the Adriatico (Cookie Butter Latte) for something on the indulgent side. For snacks, they offer savory bites like noodle dishes and sandwiches. Their Grilled Cheese hits the spot!
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1850 M.H. Del Pilar St, Malate
Deuces Coffee
Walking around Legazpi Village in Makati, you can’t miss Deuces Coffee’s pink facade and rainbow flag (which hangs on their window all year round, by the way!).
Deuces is a safe space to express your individuality, whether you’re a customer or part of their staff. Julie Terrei, one of the cafe’s owners, emphasizes the importance of celebrating Pride, especially in a country that still has ways to go regarding equality.
Come here in your full colors and find a cozy spot to wind down while you enjoy their Iced Spanish Latte with their Original Basque Burnt Cheesecake. They also offer a selection of savory Japanese dishes if you’re feeling extra hungry!
Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery
Satisfy your comfort food cravings and coffee needs here at Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery—no matter what time of day. Love your breakfast at night? Get their Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Ube Waffles! Want something indulgent for lunch? Try their TFS Burger. And since it’s Pride month, pair those dishes with LGBT—Lychee, Ginger, Basil tea!
Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery believes in celebrating individuality and self-expression. For Brenna Tsourous-Dee, one of Fat Seed’s owners, you don’t have to be extravagant with rainbows to support Pride because it’s the genuine, friendly people and good vibes that make a safe space.
“Acceptance and love don’t need to be loud. It just needs to be real,” Tsourous-Dee says.
Good Sh*t Coffee
One of Poblacion’s best coffee spots, Good Sh*t Coffee will truly make you say “This is some good sh*t!”. What once was a hole-in-the-wall cafe is now a sought-after spot thanks to their delicious brews and delectable pastries. But more than their food and beverages, Good Sh*t is also a safe space for everyone and anyone.
The chill and inviting atmosphere along with their awesome baristas make Good Sh*t a second home to many patrons. Try their White Chocolate Mocha and Guava Cheese Roll on your next visit!
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5872 Enriquez St, Poblacion, Makati
Commune
Commune is more than just a coffee shop that spotlights Philippine coffee, it’s also a safe space that fosters a strong sense of community—and that means, everyone is welcome! Come here if you’re searching for a quiet space that’s still buzzing with calm energy and try their Grilled Cheese, Kimchi Fried Rice, and Iced Teddy (18-hour cold brew)!
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36 Polaris cor Durban St, Poblacion
Maiora Bistro
If you’re around the university areas in Katipunan, you might want to drop by Maiora Bistro—a spot owned by a lesbian couple. This cozy and safe space offers Asian Bowls such as Bibimbap, Chicken Sisig Wings, and Nasi Goreng. Indulge in their Hazelnut Macchiato and Strawberry Espresso for a caffeine fix.
The owners want their LGBTQ patrons to know, “You have a safe space and community with us here in Maiora.”
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L2 Wisco Compd, Katipunan Ave (in front of Blue Residences), Loyola Heights, Quezon City
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