{"id":63359,"date":"2017-12-14T00:00:57","date_gmt":"2017-12-13T16:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/?p=63359"},"modified":"2019-12-09T14:25:52","modified_gmt":"2019-12-09T06:25:52","slug":"best-bars-manila","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/booky.ph\/blog\/best-bars-manila\/","title":{"rendered":"A Definitive Guide to the Best Drinking Spots Across the Metro"},"content":{"rendered":"

The best kind of alcohol is… a lot.<\/p>\n

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Here at Booky, we love our booze<\/a>.<\/strong> And trust us, we know you do too – some of our most claimed Buy One Get One Deals in 2017<\/a> were cocktails! We see you. But don’t worry, we don’t judge… we enable. And since it’s the Christmas season, we say cheers to pour decisions!<\/p>\n

Update:<\/strong> Check out our new Buy 1 Get 1 deals<\/a> <\/strong>this week! Click here<\/a> to read more.<\/pre>\n
In this list, we’re rounding up the best drinking spots in Metro Manila<\/strong>. From bars, to gastropubs, to speakeasies – whatever you call them, you’re sure to have a great night at these places. Read on to discover our favorite bars for a cocktail or a cold one. <\/span>In case we missed out on your favorites, do let us know in the comments section below! <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n
Polilya<\/a> – Poblacion<\/h2>\n
Polilya serves reinvented global bar chows. Some dishes and cocktails are infused with local craft beer by Engkanto Brewery<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
Insider Tip:<\/strong> Download the Booky app<\/a> to get double the Blame it on the Heat <\/strong>and S*x on the Beach<\/strong> slushie cocktails! <\/strong>Here's how.\n<\/pre>\n
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\"Polilya
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\"Polilya
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\n5658 Jacobo St, beside Z Hostel, Poblacion, Makati<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Cu Chi Bar<\/a> – Poblacion<\/h2>\n
C\u01b0 Chi Bar<\/a> is Makati\u2019s very own Vietnamese themed bistro and balcony bar hidden right in the heart of Poblacion. It\u2019s got a mix of indoor and open air seating similar to pubs in Vietnam. Their signature cocktails are all bestsellers: Cu Chi Mule, Cucumber Mojito, Chocolate Martini, Lime Margarita, and Cu Chi Mama.<\/p>\n
Insider Tip:<\/strong> Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1<\/a> <\/strong>deals on any of Cu Chi Bar's Signature Cocktails <\/strong>when you use the Booky app<\/a>! Read more here<\/strong>.<\/pre>\n
\"Cu<\/a>
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\"Cu
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\n<\/a>5767 Ebro Street, Poblacion, Makati
\n(0927) 244-5409<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Wild Poppy<\/a> – Poblacion<\/h2>\n
The Wild Poppy is a hip garden rooftop inspired restaurant<\/strong> serving modern Asian specialties like fried baos and other small bites.  You might come here for the food but trust us, you’ll definitely stay for the drinks! We love how refreshing the signature cocktails are – from their quirky names like Lazy Lemons, Wabi-cha-cha, or Thai Me Up, to their actual ingredients. <\/em><\/p>\n
Insider Tip:<\/strong> Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1<\/a> Thai Me Up <\/strong>when you use the Booky app<\/a>!<\/pre>\n
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\n2\/F 5666 Don Pedro Street, Poblacion, Makati
\n(0995) 990-8737<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Gorda<\/a> – Uptown Parade<\/h2>\n
Gorda Fil-Mex Urban Cuisine is a restaurant serving redefined Filipino-Mexican comfort food and cocktails<\/strong>. Their bestsellers include Mama’s Nachos, Breakfast Taquito Sampler, and Trio Fajitas. No one leaves without ordering the El Ecuador De Margarita cocktail which is served in a hollowed-out watermelon<\/strong> – so festive!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Gorda
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\nView menu<\/a>
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\n2\/F Uptown Parade, 38th Street cor 9th Avenue, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0956) 189-3580<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Belle & Dragon<\/a> – Legazpi Village<\/h2>\n
The Belle & Dragon is a gastropub that highlights Western & Asian cuisine, with dishes like curry calamari<\/strong> and masala mac and cheese<\/strong>. They also offer a special selection of imported and local craft beers.<\/em><\/p>\n
Bonus bar<\/strong>: Make your way to the back and through the ornate wardrobe doors - you'll find yourself at Mandalay Whisky & Cigars<\/a>, an Indochine-inspired speakeasy right inside B&D!<\/strong><\/pre>\n
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\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n100 OPL Building, C Palanca Street, Legazpi Village, Makati
\n(02) 625-8828<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Bowery <\/a>– Burgos Circle<\/h2>\n
The Bowery is a 24-hour hot spot for some of the best musical talents in Manila. So if your gang is looking for strong drinks and sick beats, this is the place for you. It\u2019s by the same group behind Borough<\/a>, so you know its NYC-inspired food is on point too.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"The
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\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nForbeswood Heights, Forbes Town Center, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0936) 929-6073<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Downtown & Halsted<\/a> – Forbes Town Center<\/h2>\n
Downtown & Halsted is a gastropub<\/strong> that serves a wide array of international comfort food <\/strong>created by Chef Marco Legasto<\/strong>, owner and chef of Prime101. Make sure you take advantage of the restaurant’s impressive (and underrated) bar. Don’t leave without ordering one of their designer cocktails; we recommend Losers Weepers<\/strong> (Titos vodka, solerno, rose syrup, rock melon juice) and East Side Elevation<\/strong> (Hendricks, fresh lime, kiwi, basil, balsamic vinegar).<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Downtown<\/a>
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\"Downtown<\/a>
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\nView menu<\/a>
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\nG\/F Unit 3&4 Forbeswood Parklane, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 809-1694<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Rambla <\/a>\u2013 Rockwell<\/h2>\n
Rambla is a go-to restaurant for Spanish-Mediterrenean specialties. It\u2019s by the same people behind hit Spanish restaurant Las Flores<\/a> (Catalan chefs Gerar Villarobia from Barcelona and Dani Vasquez from Galicia), so you can be sure that the food is authentic. While Las Flores is better known for its tapas, Rambla is well-loved for its modern Spanish entr\u00e9es<\/strong> and inspired cocktails. Try their white wine sangria<\/strong>\u2014it\u2019s one of a kind, and perfect for sharing with your group.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Rambla\"
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\nG\/F Joya building, Rockwell, Makati
\n(02) 823-6468<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Hooch<\/a> \u2013 Salcedo Village<\/h2>\n
Being strategically<\/i> located in the heart of Makati CBD makes Hooch a great place for spontaneous after-work hangouts<\/strong>. Come here for good food, cold beer, and what Hooch calls its \u201cmolecular drinks\u201d. <\/em><\/p>\n
\"Hooch\"
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\"Hooch
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nG\/F 125 V Corporate Center, L.P. Leviste Street, Salcedo Village, Makati
\n+63 2 926 851-8030<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Big Bad Wolf<\/a> \u2013 Forbes Town Center<\/h2>\n
Big Bad Wolf is an art gallery and restaurant that serves big bad meals <\/strong>ranging from sandwiches to steaks. They also offer a wide range of wines, beers and cocktails<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Early
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\"Early
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nForbes Retail, Forbes Town Center, Burgos Circle, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 822-5833<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Early Night<\/a> \u2013 Fort Strip<\/h2>\n
Early Night? is a new resto-bar in BGC with chic interiors<\/strong>, that serves drinks and dishes like sisig fries, crispy nilasing na hipon, and more. <\/em><\/p>\n
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nUnit C The Fort Entertainment Center, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 519-6815<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Yes Please<\/a> \u2013 Uptown<\/h2>\n
Yes Please is the newest concept from The Fat Kid Inside blogger, Erwan Heussaff<\/strong>. This restobar located on the 2nd floor of Palace Pool Club<\/strong> only plays music from the 90’s and serves cocktails named after popular 90\u2019s icons<\/strong> such as Devon Sawa, Carmen San Diego and Tommy Lee.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Finders<\/a>
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\"Finders
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n11th Ave corner 38th St, Uptown Bonifacio, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(0917) 140-7777<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Finders Keepers<\/a> \u2013 Chino Roces Ave.<\/h2>\n
Finders Keepers is an obscure warehouse lounge with an intimate long bar, curated music, crafted cocktails, draft & bottled beers and the ever-present wide selection of superb spirits. It has a no smoking policy in the warehouse, but feel free to do so outside. <\/em><\/p>\n
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\"Finders
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\"Finders
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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>+63 2 403-3959<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Blind Pig<\/a> \u2013 Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n
If the obscure signage (in braille!) weren\u2019t cool enough, the place screams speakeasy from the entrance to its awesome interiors and service. First you knock on their door and await access from staff via sliding peephole<\/strong>. Once you’re in, be prepared to be transported into a 1920s exclusive lounge where signature cocktails are concocted by bartenders trained by the Milk & Honey Member\u2019s Club of New York and London.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Blind
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\"Blind
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView the full menu
\n<\/a>227 Salcedo St., Legaspi Village, Makati
\n+63 2 478-6990<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
LIT Manila<\/a> \u2013 BGC<\/h2>\n
LIT Manila is a small and upscale specialty bar offering the largest and most extensive collection of fine Japanese whisky and spirits,<\/strong> including Nikka Whisky, Suntory and Kirin among others. The attention to details, cultured bartenders and attentive waitstaff make this the perfect man-cave. They\u2019re open 5pm-2am.<\/em><\/p>\n
\"LIT
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\"LIT
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nG\/F Serendra, 26th St., Fort Bonifacio<\/a>,Taguig
\n+63 917 510-0014<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Raging Bull Chophouse & Bar<\/a> – ShangriLa at The Fort<\/h2>\n
Raging Bull is an American steakhouse and bar that offers a large selection of dry-aged beef or grain and grass-fed beef, customized to your preference. They also serve other grilled items including seafood and gourmet comfort food but the real reason you should visit is for their amazing bar. Your experience can take a theatrical turn when you order showstoppers like the Bacon Manhattan <\/strong>or Dirty Blue Blazer. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
\"Raging
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\"Raging<\/a>
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Reservations are recommended
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\n<\/strong>View their website
\n<\/a>Level 3 Shangri-La at the Fort, 30th Street cor 5th Ave, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig
\n(02) 820-0888<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Bank Bar<\/a> \u2013 The Fort<\/h2>\n
Bank Bar is a speakeasy bar by the Moment Group where you can make \u201cfun investments\u201d. The best part is actually finding it inside the storage room of a 7\/11. Aside from the extensive bar selection, they also serve delicious bar chow like their porchetta!<\/em><\/p>\n
\"Bank
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\nG\/F RCBC Corporate Center (inside 7\/11), 25th & 26th St., Fort Bonifacio,<\/a>Taguig<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
OTO<\/a> – Poblacion<\/h2>\n
Enjoy booze, brew, and beats in this hip new hangout spot in Poblacion. Oto is a craft cocktail room, specialty coffee shop, and listening room, <\/strong>all in one.<\/em><\/p>\n
Insider tip<\/strong>: Music geeks will go crazy for their Hi-Fi set up! We also love the fact that their music is played on vinyl.<\/pre>\n
\"OTO
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\"OTO
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No reservations accepted
\n<\/strong>View menu<\/a>
\nView their Instagram account<\/a>
\n5880 Enriquez Street, Poblacion, Makati
\n(0917) 836-1516<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
The Curator<\/a> \u2013 Legaspi Village<\/h2>\n
The Curator is a backdoor cafe and drinking lounge hidden inside Cyrano Wine Bar<\/strong> that serves handcrafted coffee all day and cocktails by night. The expert team behind the bar views coffee and cocktails as an art, science and a craft – it’s no wonder they secured the 16th spot in Asia’s Best Bars in 2016<\/a>! <\/em><\/p>\n
Insider tip<\/strong>: Every drink is customizable<\/strong> and if you like your designer drink, they'll even give you the recipe and log it down for when you come back!<\/pre>\n
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\"The
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\"The<\/a>
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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+63 917 585-9005<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
ABV<\/a> \u2013 Jupiter St.<\/h2>\n
ABV or Alcohol by Volume<\/a> is an underground speakeasy-style bar<\/strong> that\u2019s reminiscent of the secret lounges of the 1920\u2019s. They serve classic and signature craft cocktails using local and imported, century-old and other premium alcohol. It is located behind the large wooden door inside Lazy Bastard which looks like an old school elevator. ABV also made the list of Asia’s Best Bars even finishing two spots ahead of The Curator at #14.<\/em><\/p>\n
Fun fact: ABV has the largest absinthe collection in town \u2013 over 30 bottles, from classic French-style absinthe pours to an absinthe fountain<\/pre>\n
\"ABV<\/a>
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\"ABV
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\"ABV
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Reservations are accepted<\/strong>
\nView their Instagram account
\n<\/a>Basement Level, Jupiter St. cor. Galaxy, Bel-Air<\/a>, Makati
\n+63 917 520-1608<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Been to any of these places or know of better ones? Let us know! Don’t forget to tag us on Instagram @bookyapp<\/a> and use the hashtag #bookymanila<\/a> for a chance to get featured!<\/p>\n
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