I ordered lasagna and cheese pizza for take out. I picked it up and the lasagna came ice cold. The…read morecheese pizza had barely any marinara sauce on it. If you're looking for a good place for Italian food, this place might not be right for you.

I tried this place since it was recommended to me by a coffee conoisseur and le best friend. As a…read morecoffee place that focuses on the third wave coffee, I can't help but compare it to Coffee Empire. Maybe I picked some good coffee in the latter that I really so appreciate the nutty taste in the hand brewed Brazil Cerrado. But I'd say Kuppa is just as good as Coffee Empire. The place wasn't as grand as Coffee Empire but it's just apt for a coffee place. Oh they have this bell per table that you can ring when you need their service. I thought it was fancy. Haha. I didn't explore their bar/counter where the cakes were because they handed us the menu when we took our seats. I found it very accommodating. So I tried the V60 Ethiopian Yirgacheffe *high fives for the spelling!* which the barista said had a hint of red cherry in it. I couldn't distinguish that particular taste tho. But I loved the coffee! It was fine, smooth, and light and it looked kinda reddish black in light. So we ordered Wimpy's (open faced burger in gravy and cheese sauce) and it was a delight! Also had the Tiramisu which was super small but it was neat and just the right sweetness. Not fan of their frappes/cold drinks tho. We had the Mocha Java Drink and the Barista's Secret (which was like white chocolate). I found them very smooth. I prefer a rough-textured frappe and well, I haven't had a frappe in a month so maybe my judgment was not good. Anyway, hot coffee here is better. :) I think the prices for coffee was just right but I guess the other stuff in their menu was highly overpriced. I highly recommend this place if you're within the area. But maybe not, I don't want a bunch of people crowding up the place I want to go often (talk of hipster, haha).

We stopped in one day to get some local, non-Starbucks coffee, and loved it that this place (in…read moreBGC) became our go-to during our visit to the Philippines. Probably went here every day that we were in Manila. Great place to chill and people watch, relax, and have great local coffee. Location is nice on Bonifacio High Street, so easy walk from our Shangri La The Fort hotel and elsewhere. Size is of a typical coffee shop with a few tables downstairs but there was a second level as well which I didn't get to check out, there was always space available in our experience and we went at all times of the day, even closing it out at night. Coffee is very good, although all I usually get is a black cold brew or just black local coffee. But the staff is great! Really. Everyone we came across during our visit here was nice, friendly, and patient. The way customer service should be. One night about 10 of us walked in, put a bunch of tables together, made a huge order, and stayed for a couple hours till closing. Staff couldn't have been nicer or more patient. Without skipping a beat they made our order with no problems and were just great about the whole thing. Smiles, the works. Glad this was our go-to.

Coffee was good but the cashier was incredibly rude. She ignored us when there were no customers in…read moreline and rolled her eyes when she finally took our order. We understand that everyone has a bad day but please don't take it out on the customers

So so, so so good! I absolutely loved my drink. I believe it was the sea salt cream coffee. The…read moreespresso was smooth the cream was thick. There was nothing bitter or gritty about the drink. It went down super easy. The wait was kind of long for two drinks, and it was a little tight in the front area just because they had the middle back section blocked off because of some interior flooding from the rain. We didn't have a problem with it, but it was a little confusing who was ordering, and who was waiting for drinks in the moment. I can't say much about my brother's Matcha since I didn't try it, but the color wasn't exactly what we were looking for. It definitely was more on the milky side. I would definitely come back for more coffee options just because the menu was extensive and a lot of drinks sounded enticing.

Yardstick is the best coffee shop I've tried in Manila. Good coffee, nice staff, and the place is…read morerelaxing. I suggest to get their pour over coffee, and choose the Secret Stash beans (I forgot which one, but the one that has red grape note in it). Or any available beans they have, I believe are good!!!

I've been hearing and seeing a lot of things about Toby's Estate from my friends and on different…read moresocial media platforms. So when I spotted one of their branches while I was walking around SM Aura, my hunger emerged. I've been having jet lag lately and I still have so much to do so coffee would be the best answer to this little problem of mine. I approached the kiosk and noticed that they also serve my favorite brownies from Bucky's! Again, my tummy rumbled and told me, "EAT NOW OR ELSE." I quickly ordered an iced latte and of course an Original Bucky's Brownie. You can order for take away or for dine in which they have seats by the "bar" for or tables right in front of their kiosk. I chose to take a table. If you've read my other reviews, you'll know that I like to people watch and what better way to do that but with some coffee and brownies in a mall? So that's what I did, err, that's what I'm doing at the moment. People watching with my delicious brownie and my hand dripped coffee. I would think that this is the perfect way to spend an afternoon. If they had wifi here, I would probably get my laptop and do some work. Or maybe I can read a book. Or draw. Or paint. The possibilities are endless!

I'm not a coffee person. Really, seriously. I love tea. I love infused water. Gimme some of dat…read morejasmine green tea with infused strawberries and cucumber and I'm just going to pour it down my throat, easy. Coffee, however? It gives me acid (hyperacidic folks unite!) It's bitter, and makes me far too sleepy to actually work sometimes. So why have I gone to this Toby's if I'm not a big fan of coffee? I've got one truth to preach and this is it: WAFFLES. Oh, dear, GOD. Their waffles are freshly made, warm, chewy-crispy and soooo delicious. Each order of the sweet dessert waffles comes with a whopping amount of toppings and whipped cream. (I was so tempted to order another one, cause I was sharing an order with my sister...)

I was looking for a good coffee shop after I had lunch at Kapitolyo and I think this was mentioned…read moreto me by a friend so I went here. I liked the warm feeling it gives off because of the yellow lighting but it wasn't hot inside. Loved the cabin like style from their wooden furniture. I like their chalkboards. The place reminded me of Sagada just cause. So they had like 6+ cake flavors. I was so excited about the Rainbow Cake! It had layers of different colors. I bought a slice of this, but it wasn't extraordinary. I actually would compare it's taste to a bakery down the street. Just the colors were nice. but I won't have it again. They also had a Belgian chocolate cake which really sparked my interest. I might go back there for that. They also had strawberry cheesecake (which looked fine), Decadence cake, Carrot cake, some overly priced cupcakes (php 95 per piece!), fudge brownies (they looked inviting), and they also have oatmeal cookies! I was surprised to see that they actually do pour overs (handcrafted coffee!) which is kind of rare now. (I only had tried one other handcrafted coffee before.) That was really cool. Their brew was perfect! I loved it! It had a hint of sweetness in it (I didn't put sugar or milk) and I thought it just tasted perfect. Btw all their beans are from Jakarta, Indonesia. I'd give them a 4 for this because I think their brews, though perfectly done, were limited. I tried their latte too but I think it had too much milk for the size of 8oz. I was disappointed in it. I didn't taste much of the coffee. So I just give them 3 for the latte. They offer cold drinks too and lattes with flavors. If only I lived nearby, I'd go there and try all they put in the menu. It's a good place to work! The seats are for 2-4 people so it's nice to be alone or with a friend in a place like this, not a bunch of people tho. Plus they play smooth acoustic covers of my type of songs (e.g. Last Kiss, Chasing Cars, Need You Now...) so yayyy! This is more of a 3.7 review overall for the ambience, cake, and the latte. Hoorah for the pour overs! Hope they have more handcrafted options!

This cafe firstly attracted me because of its cool façade. Some wooden details and the unmistakable…read morebicycle on the inside immediatly made me think about Poco Deli, a delicatessen just close to there. I decided to come inside and check if there was any relation between the places. Yep, there is, the barista told me. The owner's are the same. So, it's really nice to observe their "signatures" in every detail. The way I see it, the ambience is the highlight of Epic Cafe. As the name suggests, there's certainly a nostalgic atmosphere thanks mainly to the retro objects, such as an old telephone, some vinyl discs, the bikes and vintage cameras. The beverages they serve are also very good. I would totally recommend it for coffee lovers. We can notice Epic takes it seriously by taking a look on their big chalkboard . There they "teach" the customers about different kinds of coffee. I can say I've learnt a lot by reading it while enjoying my delicious salted caramel cappuccino. Staff really knows how to prepare a good coffee. So get advantage from that and ask for their signature Epic Cafe. I would say it's a perfect place to sit down with your computer or your Moleskin and just let ideas come while you drink coffee. 100% inspiring.

I've been coming to Habitual Coffee for years now, and it still feels like my little secret hideout…read morein the city. Walked in last weekend during a crazy downpour, dripping wet, and the barista just smiled, handed me a towel to dry off, and asked what I felt like without any rush. Ended up with their single-origin pour-over--Ethiopian this time--and it was bright, juicy, and perfectly balanced, like every sip reminded me why I fell in love with coffee in the first place. Sat by the window watching the rain hammer Pasong Tamo, worked on my laptop for hours with zero pressure to leave. The space is still that perfect mix of raw concrete and warm light, never too crowded, always calm. Staff remembered my usual order even though it's been months since I last dropped by. Five stars, easily--still one of the most consistently great coffee experiences in Manila.

There is a lot of third wave coffee in Manila. This is a huge win for us coffee lovers, but it also…read moreups the ante for the purveyors of the coffee as well. Fortunately, Habitual Coffee holds its own. Situated on a super industrial part of Pasong Tamo (though gentrification is very real and will probably make its way here very soon), it's kind of out of the way compared to most third wave coffee spots. This is a good thing though! I've never had a problem finding a seat there. The set up is great too. Very industrial. I like the large amount of natural light and sparse feeling of the place. There's a lot of exposed concrete and metal, making the place very Instagram worthy. There are also outlets, wifi, and pretty large tables so getting some work done here is definitely possible. I just wish the seats were more supportive. The coffee is amazing! I believe Yardstick sourced a lot of their coffee while I was there. Their mocha and Americano are great. Not too bitter. The only downside I have is the clientele was a little snooty. The staff, however, was great.

MA+D Manila is all about getting people to experience what coffee is really all about. Not just any…read morecoffee though, Philippine grown coffee. They have beans from all over the Philippines and they offer several ways to prepare your coffee. They are doing an amazing job. Waiting for their actual coffee shop to open.

Im surprised it's not popular yet. It is owned by a known coffee connoisseur therefore the coffee…read morewill not fail you! Their tornado drinks are aslo perfect for this summer weather! Dint forget to try their sticky buns! This place is also perfect for meetings and maybe even for hilding some workshops.

If Starbucks coffee is just affordable, I can go there every day before I go to work because the…read moreambiance and the coffee scent smells good--I don't know if they're using diffusers or just the effect of grinding fresh beans. I do love the flatbread. I don't need to buy the whole damn pizza to satisfy my cravings. Flatbread from Starbucks and a hot mocha latte will make my day.

December 4, 1997, the Philippines had its first taste of the Starbucks Experience with its very…read morefirst branch at the 6750 Ayala Building in Makati City. Starbucks has since won the hearts of the Filipinos, with over 200 branches and growing in Metro Manila alone, it's safe to say that they're here to stay. So what's next for Starbucks? Starbucks Reserve! Their premium line of stores that has been operating in the Philippines since early 2014. This branch marks the 7th Starbucks Reserve in Manila, located within a still developing mall in Circuit Makati, formerly the Santa Ana Race Track. So what's the difference with a regular Starbucks and the "Starbucks Reserve" store? The looks and interior are obviously upgraded. Premium materials and a better build to portray a more solid and refined look. They added elements that expound on their commitment to coffee and craft. They also differ from the normal stores by offering limited runs of certain items. Today we sampled their Mocha Ribbon Chip with Cookie Straw (185/195/205 PHP) a chocolatey drink with a fun way of drinking it through an edible straw, sadly they stopped offering it today. We also had their purple yam cheese cake a mild sweet cake that's just a smooth treat.