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Prima facie is a Latin expression that translates to “on the face of it” or “at first sight.” Suffice to say this newly opened bar is ironically named because you’re not going to find it – at least not without our help!
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For those who are not yet in the know, Prima Facie is a speakeasy hidden inside Vitto’s Wine Bar & Restaurant in Tomas Morato. Upon entry, your eyes will be drawn to a mural on the wall that reads: in vino veritas, in cervesio felcitas, which translates to “in wine there is truth, in beer there is happiness.” First impressions (incidentally, the Italian translation of the phrase prima facie) are often deceiving. Take a closer look and you’ll find that the wall is not just a wall, it’s a door to a secret world.
There’s an old-school feel to the interior. The bottles of premium alcohol lining the shelves are reminiscent of the prohibition-style speakeasies. Dim lighting adds to the clandestine vibe.
They’ve struck a balance of exuding old world charm while maintaining a hip and contemporary energy. As cliché as it sounds, every inch of the place is really “instagrammable.” But let’s talk about the food…
Prima Facie mainly serves bar chow to go with their hefty drinks list. You won’t have to worry about a hangover – most if not all their offerings are deep-fried. We’re not sure why, but it seems like a huge order of greasy food is the essential, magical ingredient in post-boozing recovery.
These were our favorites:
Calamari
Fried to golden perfection and served with three kinds of dipping sauce
Salato Shrimp
Sauteed in butter and salted egg served with rice
Chicken Kabobs
Spice marinated chicken and veggie skewers served with a garlic cream sauce on the side
Sisig
One of their bestsellers is the sizzling crispy sisig topped with egg
Apart from hard drinks like vodka, whisky, gin, tequila, brandy, and rhum, Prima Facie also has a nice selection of local and imported beers.
Insider Tip: They've got Stella Artois on tap! We call that winning.
While you’re here, give in to temptation and order a cocktail. Don’t miss their best-selling sangria and mojito!
Sangria
Mojito
They say first impressions last and if that’s true, we think this Tomas Morato speakeasy is going to be around for a long time! Add them to your “Must Try” lists on the app.
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114 Scout Lozano Street cor Tomas Morato, inside Vitto’s, Laging Handa, Quezon City
(0906) 136-1712
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