17 Out-of-Town Al Fresco Restaurants for a Quick Escape
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The hustle and bustle of the city life can easily wear you down which is why it’s nice to recharge your mind, body, and soul with an out-of-town road trip with your loved ones every now and then. And what better way to do that other than a quick bite at a restaurant with a scenic view and a relaxing ambiance to accompany the fresh air?
Also Read: The Most View-tiful Places for Al Fresco Dining Around Metro Manila
Here, we list down 17 of the best out-of-town restaurants that offer al fresco dining for when you just need that quick breather.
Tagaytay
Lime and Basil
Lime and Basil is a farm-to-table garden cafe offering authentic Thai cuisine in Tagaytay. Whether you want to celebrate a feast or a romantic dinner for two, Lime and Basil is the go-to place to escape and just enjoy life’s simplest pleasures.
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9014 J. Rizal St. Brgy. Sikat, Alfonso, Cavite
(0915) 627 6393
Marcia Adams
Experience the Tuscan summer at Marcia Adams, a Tuscan-inspired rustic garden restaurant that specializes in offering Mediterranean cuisine.
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4123 J. P. Rizal St. Brgy. Sikat, Alfonso, Cavite
(0917) 801 1456
Balay Dako
Balay Dako, an extension of the famous Antonio’s restaurant, is a restaurant that proudly serves Filipino food. Balay Dako directly translates to ‘big house’ in Negrense which is fitting because it is one of the go-to places for celebrations and gatherings for families and is usually on top of tourists’ list of must-dine places in Tagaytay.
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4120 Tagaytay-Nasugbu Hwy 4120 Tagaytay City
(0923) 726 6290
Farmer’s Table
Farmer’s Table is a newly-opened restaurant in Tagaytay that serves only the freshest ingredients from farm-to-table goodness in the midst of nature. It is an escape to the countryside you’ll never forget.
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Nurture Wellness Village, 7310 Pulong Sagingan Maitim 2nd West, Tagaytay City
(0905) 387 7993 | (0960) 928 3142
Bag of Beans
As if taken out of a storybook, the mystic place of Bag of Beans resembles a secret garden getaway with its forest-like garden and rustic interior design. This family-owned venture that has been around for 21 years now is carefully structured to exude a homey and relaxing ambiance where you can savor fresh and appetizing flavors.
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115 Aguinaldo Hwy 4120 Tagaytay City
(046) 413 4356
Napa at Crosswinds
Napa at Crosswinds is a newly-opened Northern California-inspired café in Tagaytay that’s reminiscent of Napa Valley. They serve breakfast treats like waffles, toasts, specialty coffee, wine, and cheese—making it the perfect spot to cozy up whether you’re coming for a hearty breakfast or a romantic dinner for two.
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Crosswinds, Tagaytay, 4120 Cavite
Cabanas Dine and Bar
Enjoy a tropical-like dining experience at Cabanas Dine and Bar’s newly designed outdoor spaces while you take in the breathtaking view of Tagaytay over drinks and their extensive menu of Filipino comfort food. You could also enjoy a salu-salo with their boodle feast bundles.
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9034 Tagaytay-Nasugbu Rd. Silang Junction South 4120 Tagaytay City
(0966) 937 0626
Cavite
Sonya’s Garden
Sonya Garcia, the brain behind Sonya’s Garden first opened her private home’s doors to the public in 1998. They started out as a private celebration venue til word of the flower-laden garden got around. Now, it’s a magical Bed and Breakfast that’s popular for weddings and other events where the public can enjoy freshly-made food.
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Chateau Hestia
Chateau Hestia is the perfect bed and breakfast for couples, groups, and families who wish to experience the exclusivity of the natural surroundings while enjoying a unique and flavorful European dining experience.
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J.Hernandez St., Purok 5 Brgy. Bukal, Silang, Cavite
(0917) 591 2378 | (0929) 711 3289
Laguna
Sulyap Gallery Cafe
Sulyap is a two-hectare lot in the City of Seven Lakes that consists of a bed and breakfast, a gallery café and restaurant as well as a museum. Its main attraction is its famous gallery café and restaurant which offers traditional Filipino cuisine and beverages which has also been awarded as the best and cleanest restaurant in Laguna for two consecutive years now.
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Brgy. Del Remedio, Cocoland Compound, San Pablo City Laguna
(049) 562 9735 | (0917) 182 1483
Patis Tito Garden Cafe
PatisTito Garden Café is your destination in San Pablo City, Laguna that offers slow-cooked Filipino favorite meals using fresh and locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant is situated within a garden filled with beautiful, natural greenery of lush plants and fresh air amidst the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Barangay Sta. Cruz 285 4000 San Pablo City
(0917) 126 5182
Antipolo
Crescent Moon Cafe and Studio Pottery
While best known for its pottery store and studio, Crescent Moon Cafe also serves Southeast Asian-inspired dishes. The restaurant also has a colorful, open-air structure that allows you to dine with nature, savoring not only the food but also a view of their garden and koi pond.
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Sapang Buho Rd., Brgy. Dalig 1870 Antipolo
(02) 8234 5724
Burrow Cafe at Antipolo Beehouse
Burrow Café is an underground café in Antipolo led by Chef Danilo Puga II. Among their popular dishes include the Black Rice Suman à la Mode and Lechon Gising-Gising. They also offer a small but growing selection of vegan choices.
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113 Beverly Hills Avenue, Beverly Hills Subdivision 1920 Taytay
(0917) 622 9795
Cafe Rizal by Peppermill / Pinto Cafe
Finish off a visit to Pinto Art museum with a lovely meal at Café Rizal by Peppermill also known as the Pinto Café. The museum’s in-house restaurant is just as Instagram-worthy as the contemporary museum but it also has an extensive menu featuring international cuisines from Thai, Japanese, French, Italian, Spanish, and Mexican.
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1 Sierra Madre St. Grand Heights Rd, Antipolo, Rizal
(02) 633 0329
Baguio
Cafe by the Ruins
Any foodie would know that Cafe by the Ruins is one of Baguio’s most beloved restaurants. It’s best known for being built over a garden theater that used to stand in its place which was later on destroyed by bombs during World War II. Now, it is where tourists and locals flock for freshly baked goods and an all-day breakfast.
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25 Shuntug Road 2600 Baguio City
(074) 665 7662 | (0927) 957 4174
Foggy Mountain Cookhouse
The house-turned-restaurant that is Foggy Mountain Cookhouse is the go-to choice if you seek an intimate set-up with your family and friends. The two-story structure, apart from its warm and rustic ambiance, has a terrace that allows you to take in the scenic view of Baguio as you enjoy your meal.
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(0916) 767 4687
Oh My Gulay
Quaint and uniquely set in an indoor tropical garden, OMG, also known as, Oh My Gulay Artist Cafe is Baguio’s coolest dining space for vegetarians and vegans alike.
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Session Road Fifth Floor La Azotea Building 2600 Baguio City
(074) 446 0108
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