Just a stone’s throw from Metro Manila, Antipolo<\/a> is home to hole-in-the-wall cafes and a number of touristic dining spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your next meal could be at a cafe in an art gallery<\/strong>, a buffet that doubles as a pottery studio<\/strong>, or a hanging garden spa<\/strong> with in-house catering! Here’s a list of all the best food spots <\/strong>found in Antipolo! <\/p>\n\n\n\n For family dinners and when looking to accommodate a big group, try Anix\u2019s House of Kare-Kare. This restaurant serves dishes that are good for sharing from crispy pata <\/strong>to bulalo<\/strong>, kare-kare<\/strong>, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n View their Facebook page Located on the upper floor of renowned artist, Benji Reyes’s home, Tahanan Bistro is a casual but fine dining escape in Antipolo, strictly by reservation only. Helmed by Chef Kevin and Keesha Reyes, this restaurant serves organic and locally-sourced Filipino dishes<\/strong> through 3 set menus: Aranga, Balayong and Katmon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By reservation only Yellow Lantern is an out-of-city cafe, bar, and restaurant with breathtaking views. The gastropub serves a mix of Asian and continental comfort food. Must-tries include their Nachos, Baby Back Ribs, Emcaro Pizza, and Pinoy Paella. Head to the top floor of the restaurant for some music, drinks, and beer pong. They have a second branch on Lilac St. in Marikina!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted One of Antipolo’s top destinations is the Pint\u00f4 Art Museum. After checking out the galleries, grab a snack at the Pint\u00f4 Cafe. This casual cafe boasts Filipino flair<\/strong>. With modern takes on classic dishes of our culture, the doors are always open letting in that equatorial breeze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No reservations accepted<\/strong> Since 1997, Crescent Moon Cafe in Rizal has drawn diners from all corners of the Metro thanks to its colorful, open-air structure and Southeast Asian- inspired specialties. The kitchen creates a menu based on what is fresh and available for the day and a sumptuous buffet is available on weekends, from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted Since 1984, Vieux Chalet has upheld the tradition of marrying fine Swiss Cuisine with Filipino hospitality. Enjoy raclette and fondue while getting a gorgeous view of the city from their intimate, al fresco dining area. They serve the best of what Switzerland has to offer from steaks and sausages, to pizzas and pastas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No reservations accepted<\/strong> Tipulo is one of the best places in Antipolo for traditional and straightforward Filipino food but they also serve dishes with fresh and modern twists.<\/strong> Their Tipulo Nachos puts a Pinoy spin on a well-loved Mexican appetizer by loading thin and crispy chips with longganisa, mango salsa, chopped bagnet, and cheese sauce!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted Cafe Lupe is a go-to place for coffee and brunch<\/strong> in the daytime. At night, this Mexican-Filipino fusion spot along Sumulong Highway comes alive with live bands, picas, and booze<\/strong>. They have an outdoor area, a game room, and a deck where you can get nice views of the city. Insider Tip: Don’t miss a photo op with Cafe Lupe customized van!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted Wave down from great heights at Cafe Agusta. Enjoy great coffee, pastas, entrees, and pastries <\/strong>while overlooking the surprisingly gorgeous Metro Manila skyline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n No reservations accepted<\/strong> Luljetta’s Hanging Garden Restaurant is set in the first and only hanging garden and spa <\/strong>in the Philippines. The mountains of Antipolo offer commanding views of Laguna De Bay and Metro Manila. Guests can enjoy food from the resort’s in-house caterer, Verde Restaurante. Don’t miss the Peruvian Chicken with Green Sauce, Pork Short Ribs Caldereta and Deep Fried Calamari with Tartar Sauce. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted<\/strong> Here’s a bonus find we just couldn’t let pass, if you’re feeling a little adventurous to try exotic food, then the additional 2km to Angono will definitely be worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Balaw Balawi is Filipino restaurant-cum-gallery by the late artist, Perdigon N. Vocalan, and his wife Luzvimin. It has become a popular tourist attraction in Angono thanks to it’s exotic offerings<\/strong>. If you’re not quite ready to fill your guts with things like coconut worms and tree ants, you can always order the crowd-pleasing Minaluto platter!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted<\/strong> You can find this hidden gem tucked into the lush greenery of Rizal and distanced away from the hectic world of the city proper. This quaint cafe is an extension if the instagram-famous Antipolo Beehouse<\/a>. It’s safe to say that this food spot doesn’t hold it’s own photo-worthy spots<\/strong> either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Reservations are accepted<\/strong> Yellow Bird’s food is a mix of Western and Asian cuisines<\/strong> but they’re especially famous for their specialty brews<\/strong> made from real coffee beans. Coffee means business to the guys at Yellow Bird, they even have their own La Marzocco espresso machine<\/strong>! Don’t miss out on their berry and matcha cheesecakes<\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Yellow Bird menu Marison\u2019s is a home-grown restaurant<\/strong> in Antipolo that offers a modern interpretation of Filipino comfort food<\/strong>. The founder, (with the same name!), was a lawyer for 35 years<\/strong> before she retired when she decided to pursue her passion for food! Try their homemade bagoong<\/strong> with the crispy Bagnet chips<\/strong>, or their famous Crispy Trip Kare-Kare<\/strong>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n Marison’s menu Cover image from the Burrow Cafe<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nAnix\u2019s House of Kare-Kare<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>View their Instagram account<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\nTahanan Bistro<\/a> – Antipolo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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22 Loresville Drive Lores Farm Subdivision, San Roque, Antipolo
(0925) 880-1487<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nYellow Lantern Cafe<\/a> – Comodaville<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>G\/F Comodaville Penthouse, Brgy. Mambugan, Antipolo, Rizal
(02) 8631-5648<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nPinto Cafe<\/a> – Pint\u00f4 Art Museum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pinto Art Museum, 1 Sierra Madre Street, Grand Heights Subdvision, San Roque, Antipolo
(02) 8633-0329<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nCrescent Moon Cafe<\/a> – Sapang Buho Road<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Fun Fact:<\/strong> The place also houses the ceramics studio<\/strong> of pottery artist, Lanelle Abueva-Fernando.<\/pre>\n\n\n\n
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Sapang Buho Road, Bgy. Dalig, Antipolo, Rizal
(02) 8234-5724; (0917) 523-2356<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nVieux Chalet Swiss Restaurant<\/a> – Sitio Sampaguita<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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456 Taktak Road, Sitio Sampaguita, Antipolo
(02) 8697-0396; (0928) 288-8584<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nTipulo Filipino Modern Cuisine<\/a> – Sumulong Highway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>First Pacific Leadership Academy, KM 27, Sumulong Highway, Antipolo, Rizal
(02) 8696-3051; (02) 8696-3618<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nCafe Lupe<\/a> – Sumulong Highway<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Lot 2B and 2C, Barangay Mambugan, Sumulong Highway, Antipolo City<\/a>
(0920) 677 7959<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nCafe Agusta<\/a> – San Roque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>Grand Heights Rd, San Roque, Antipolo
(0917) 448 0983<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nLuljetta’s Hanging Garden Restaurant<\/a> – Sitio Loreland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sitio Loreland, Brgy. San Roque, Antipolo, Rizal
(0977) 162 6569<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nBalaw Balaw Specialty Restaurant<\/a> – Angono<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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16 Do\u00f1a Justa Subd. Phase I, Manila East Highway, Angono, Rizal
(02) 8651-0110; (0923) 714-4209<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nBurrow Cafe<\/a> – Taytay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>113 Beverly Hills Dr, Beverly Hills Subd, Taytay, Rizal
0917 622 9795<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nYellow Bird Cafe x Kitchen<\/a> – San Roque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>Blk 2, Mission Hills Blvd, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
(0917) 812-0826<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\nMarison’s<\/a> – San Roque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>Level 2 Vista Mall Antipolo Building 1, Manuel L. Quezon Ext. Mille Luce, San Roque, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal
(02) 8252-8525; (0918) 912-4650<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n