The Best Restaurants in Manila
Experience Manila’s vibrant food scene with our guide to the best restaurants in the city. From fine dining and international flavors to Filipino heritage cuisine, discover where to eat in the Philippines’ capital.
Don’t miss out on Manila’s best dining spots. Check out our full restaurant guide and plan your next food adventure.
Toyo Eatery (Makati)
Innovative Filipino cuisine by Chef Jordy Navarra—rooted in tradition but executed through modern techniques for a memorable tasting experience.
Gallery by Chele (Taguig, BGC)
Modern Filipino fine dining with creative tasting menus using regional ingredients and artistic plating.
Café Ilang-Ilang (The Manila Hotel) (Manila)
One of Manila’s most iconic buffets, offering thematic and international spreads that continue to delight even after Sofitel’s Spiral closure
Blackbird (Nielson Tower) (Makati)
A stylish restaurant in a historic Art Deco landmark, offering elegant international and Asian cuisine with great views and ambiance.
Smith & Wollensky Manila (BGC)
Classic steakhouse experience with premium sustainably raised beef, fine wines, live jazz, and private dining rooms.
Mirèio (Raffles Makati) (Makati)
French Mediterranean dining in a chic, romantic setting—ideal for refined, intimate meals.
Kappou Yoshi (Manila)
Traditional Kyoto-style Japanese fare with omakase and signature sets in a refined, seasonal dining setting.
Yu Lei (Manila)
Elegant contemporary Shanghainese restaurant helmed by a Michelin-starred chef—known for sophisticated multi-course Chinese cuisine.
Iai Manila (Coming mid-2024)
Chef Bruce Ricketts—former Mecha Uma—will be opening this innovative “sushi kappo” chef’s counter
Locavore (Quezon City)
Creative Filipino comfort fare—don’t miss inventive dishes like oyster sisig and pancit luglog.
