{"id":11356,"date":"2018-06-22T00:00:52","date_gmt":"2018-06-21T16:00:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=11356"},"modified":"2019-09-17T13:33:47","modified_gmt":"2019-09-17T05:33:47","slug":"after-work-spots-manila","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/after-work-spots-manila\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Killer Spots in Manila for After-Work Drinks and Eats"},"content":{"rendered":"

You deserve it.
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Weekdays are hardly exciting compared to the weekend, simply because adult-ing can just be so exhausting… But you know what isn’t exhausting? Getting tons of food and drinks, of course!<\/p>\n

Make your work week hundred times better with an after-office stopover at any of these joints<\/strong>. Unwind with your workmates over some comfort food before getting back to your daily routine\u2014because let’s face it, with signature cocktails, craft beers, and crave-inducing bar chow involved, who could even say no?<\/p>\n

Go ahead and plan that weeknight out. You know you want to.<\/p>\n

The Curator Coffee & Cocktails<\/a> – Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n
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The Curator is a backdoor cafe and drinking lounge<\/strong> hidden inside Cyrano Wine Bar, serving handcrafted coffee all day and cocktails by night from the finest ingredients. It’s for<\/strong> barkadas<\/em> composed of both coffee and cocktail enthusiasts. It’s not for<\/strong> diners looking for a hard partying scene. We recommend<\/strong> the Smoked Gouda Cheese Croissant, Dark Matter Theory Latte, and the Mi Amor. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that they don’t serve coffee after 7pm. (Plus, they were recently named one of Asia’s 50 Best Bars<\/a>, just like another place on this list.)<\/p>\n

Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n194 Legazpi Street cor. Palanca Street, Legaspi Village<\/a>, Makati<\/a>
\n(0917) 585-9005<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

RM16<\/a> – Kapitolyo<\/h2>\n

RM16 is a hidden bar in the food haven that is Kapitolyo; you’ll have to find the big, red vending machine to get to the bar. It’s for<\/strong> those of you looking for a fun night minus the crowds and congestion that comes with Manila’s bar scene. It’s not for<\/strong> people looking for a casual beer and bar chow. Our insider tip:<\/strong> Book a table at Tittos and you’re one step closer to the bar.<\/p>\n

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No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View this bar<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Finders Keepers<\/a> – Chino Roces Ave.<\/h2>\n
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Finders Keepers is an obscure warehouse lounge<\/strong> with an intimate long bar, curated music, crafted cocktails, draft & bottled beers and the ever-present wide selection of superb spirits. It’s for<\/strong> yuppies looking for a chill pre-gamer for a night at the Black Market. It’s not for<\/strong> people who don’t like small spaces. We recommend<\/strong> the Beergharitas, Tank & B, and F*k Me. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that it has a no-smoking policy in the warehouse, but feel free to do so outside.<\/p>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>Warehouse 5, La Fuerza Plaza, Chino Roces Ave. corner Sabio St., San Lorenzo, <\/a>Makati
\n<\/a>(02) 403-3959<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Crying Tiger Street Kitchen<\/a> \u2013 Guanzon St.<\/h2>\n
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Crying Tiger Street Kitchen specializes in Asian street food<\/strong>, specifically Thai cuisine. It’s for<\/strong> diners who love hole-in-the-wall experiences over some drinks. It’s not for<\/strong> people looking for a fancy restaurant. We recommend<\/strong> the Mee Goreng, Moo Ping, and the Wings Platter. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that the folks behind Crying Tiger are also the minds behind El Chupacabra and Senor Pollo.<\/p>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>4986 Guanzon St., Poblacion, Makati<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

ABV Cocktail and Absinthe Bar<\/a> \u2013 Jupiter St.<\/h2>\n
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ABV or Alcohol by Volume is an underground speakeasy-style bar<\/strong> that\u2019s reminiscent of the secret lounges of the 1920\u2019s, serving signature cocktails using local and imported alcohol (some of which are even centuries old). It’s for<\/strong> diners looking for a secret hideout to have their cocktails. It’s not for<\/strong> people who want full meals and cheap drinks. We recommend<\/strong> the Moscow Mule, Whiskey Sour, and the Negroni. Our insider tip<\/strong> is when someone asks for a password, answer with \u2018A glass of giggle water, please.\u2019 (And yup, you guessed it: This is the second one to make it on Asia’s 50 Best Bars<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>Basement Level, Jupiter St. cor. Galaxy, Bel-Air<\/a>, Makati
\n(0917) 520-1608<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Sweet Ecstasy<\/a> – Jupiter St.<\/h2>\n
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Sweet Ecstasy used to be a hidden gem in Cubao, but it’s now one of Jupiter’s best open secrets<\/strong>. Their burgers are all made fresh to order on toasted brioche buns, and every patty is ground daily from 100% pure beef. It’s for<\/strong> diners on the hunt for the best burgers in Manila. It’s not for<\/strong> people looking for a salad to watch their calorie intake. We recommend<\/strong> the Cheeseburger, Ecstasy Fries, and their Adult Milkshakes. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that all their tables are for outside seating, so you’d might want to come at night to avoid the heat.<\/p>\n

No reservations accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>10 Jupiter St. cor. Asteroid St., Bel-Air<\/a>, Makati
\n(0916) 594-1229<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Tipsy Pig Gastropub<\/a> \u2013 Capitol Commons<\/h2>\n
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Tipsy Pig is a man pub<\/strong> most popular for its signature brews and drool-worthy pub grub. It\u2019s a venture by the same group that brought us Reserve, URBN, and Relik. It\u2019s for<\/strong> after-work drinks, evening diners, and the late-night pub crawls. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people looking for a quiet study or work spot. We recommend <\/strong>the Vineyard Pizza, Tipsy Wings and their draft beers. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that they start allowing smokers inside by 10pm. (Alsp, you could now book tables at Tipsy Pig Fort<\/a>).<\/p>\n


\nView menu
\n<\/a>View all branches<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>Capitol Commons, Meralco Ave. cor Shaw Blvd., Oranbo District 1, Pasig
\n<\/a>(02) 570-4620<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Frankie\u2019s New York Buffalo Wings<\/a> \u2013 City Golf Plaza<\/h2>\n
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If you’re the cheap-beer-and-buffalo-wings type of guy (or girl), then without a doubt, Frankie’s is your best bet. It’s a local joint that boasts of serving the biggest wings<\/strong> in town, serving up 11 unique and carefully crafted flavors. It\u2019s for<\/strong> people who don\u2019t mind getting their hands dirty. It\u2019s not for<\/strong> people looking for a wide menu selection outside of wings. We recommend<\/strong> the Garlic Parmesan, the Carribean Jerk and Hickory Barbecue. Our insider tip<\/strong> is that their mild spicy wings are not mild at all so careful with your choice of spice level.<\/p>\n

Reservations are accepted
\n<\/strong>View the full menu
\n<\/a>View their Instagram account
\n<\/a>G\/F City Golf Plaza, Do\u00f1a Julia Vargas Ave., Ugong, Pasig<\/a>
\n<\/a>(02) 687-1250<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Blind Pig<\/a> – Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n
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Blind Pig is a speakeasy with a 1920s vibe<\/b>, serving finger food and signature cocktails concocted by bartenders trained by Milk & Honey Member\u2019s Club of New York and London. <\/span>It\u2019s for <\/b>people who prefer quiet, intimate bars. <\/span>It\u2019s not for <\/b>those looking for full meals. <\/span>We recommend <\/b>the Shepherd\u2019s Pie, Smokey Old Bastard, and the Goldrush. <\/span>Our insider tip<\/b> is to come prepared with your own specific cocktail cravings and get the Bartender\u2019s Choice; your servers will be ready to create a drink especially for you, right on the spot.<\/span><\/p>\n

Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu
\n<\/a>227 Salcedo St., Legaspi Village, Makati
\n(02) 478-6990<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Rue Bourbon<\/a> – Eastwood<\/h2>\n
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Rue Bourbon, a New Orleans themed restaurant<\/strong>, is most popular for their beverage menu ranging from plain beer to mixed drinks. It’s for<\/strong> yuppies looking for some solid comfort food and generous servings of beer. It’s not for<\/strong> diners who want a dainty little cocktail. We recommend<\/strong> the Caramel Beer, Baby Back Ribs, and the Seafood Bayou. Our insider tip<\/strong> is to challenge your coworkers by ordering their Jaegermeister, which comes in a huge-ass tumbler.<\/p>\n


\nView menu
\n<\/a>View all branches<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nEastwood City Walk, Orchard Road, Bagumbayan, Quezon City
\n(02) 570-0984<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Can’t wait ’til Friday to finally take that much-needed binge? Start planning your night out and add these restaurants to your ‘Must Try’ List on the Booky app<\/a>! There, you could access all their complete menus and contact details, and even directions which you’ll find extra handy for some of the more hidden bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n

Don’t forget to show us your post-work adventures by tagging us on Instagram @bookyapp<\/a> and by using the hashtag #bookymanila!<\/p>\n

The food and drinks will be so worth it; never mind that you need to wake up at 6am the next day.\"RealityTVGIFs<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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