Z Roof Deck lives up to its name as a solid rooftop bar in Poblacion. While it isn't the highest…read morevantage point in the area, it still offers a great perspective of the neighborhood, with particularly nice views of the illuminated Rockwell buildings and the distant BGC skyline. The atmosphere is definitely a vibe--chill and social. Music starts up later in the evening (around 9 PM, I believe), which helps transition the mood as night falls. We visited fairly early and enjoyed the shift when the music began. However, one interaction notably dampened the experience. A brief, joking conversation with a bouncer took an unexpectedly dark turn. When I lightheartedly asked if anyone had ever tripped on the spiral staircase, he replied, "Only if I throw them off." Joking or not, for someone responsible for patron safety, this felt in poor taste and sounds like he wants to look or sound intimidating. It's a remark that unfortunately sticks with you. And it was of bad taste. Overall, Z Roof Deck has much to offer in terms of views and ambiance, but attention to staff training and customer interaction would elevate it from a good spot to a great one. 2 star from poor choice of words from the security at the roof deck. You want to be funny? Tell a better wholesome joke.

The happy hour is awesome- you get a free drink! The view is cool, you can see a lot of the city…read morefrom here. The only drawback coming here is that you need to buy a bracelet and put a minimum amount 300 pesos per person but if you choose your poison correctly it can get you 2 drinks or 3 beers :)

Let me preface this with some honesty: I go to Black Market, its next door neighbor, a lot…read more Wednesday's are my favorite for this reason, but Finders Keepers is a lot better when it's not Wednesday. Situated in a nondescript warehouse in a less glamorous part of Makati is probably one of the coolest speakeasies I've been to in the Metro. The ambiance is dark, moody even, and they play a lot of progressive electro house most times I've been there. This isn't your typical bar where the standards are available and the bartender looks like your dad's pare. The bartenders here are definitely serious mixologists and there's no drink here I haven't enjoyed. There's a good selection of imported beers here, though I would like to see more local filipino craft here since the only local beer option is San Miguel Extra Dry unfortunately. Come here to chill with friends and let off some steam. They also offer food selections from their other neighbor, Joe's Meat Shack. If I'm not looking to go crazy on my few nights off and I'm looking for some straight chill, Finders Keepers is definitely a keeper for me.

This is where you'll find the most photographed neon sign in Makati. Yup, try to find…read more#finderskeepers on Instagram and you'll know what I'm talking about. In fact, when I was taking a photo of this sign, I was part of a firing range of people along the bar trying to get the same shot. It's hard not to. Statemently emblazoned in orange-red on the wall of this dimly-lit room in a warehouse hidden from mainstream Makati (to some, the all-encompassing word to describe the place may be "hipster"), it is a sign of things to find and keep: good music (from rock to electro to even jazz on Sundays), good vibe, good cocktails (love their F+K Sour!), good company, good times!

Located at the 21st floor at the Ace hotel, great Pasig view and hip-happening music. Great food…read moreand drinks. Cold air fan blowing on you while you enjoy the night lights!

If you really wanna go for a "sosyal" date then Sky High Bar might cater to your liking. What I…read morelove about the place is that it's so intimate that you just can't get on a regular al fresco dining. What I also like about it is the view of Manila at night that you'll get to enjoy because they're located at the rooftop of a semi-high rise building. In Metro Manila, you won't get to see that much stars at night, as what people say, it's because it's polluted. What makes up for it is the busy street and night lights that you'll only get to see if you're on top of a building or a helicopter. The only problem with fine dining at night is that you don't get to see your food under good lighting and get to instagram it. They do have mini lamps that you can use to see better when eating. Just ask the waiters. What I also enjoyed in this place is their food. It's mostly pica-picas (did you read that in Pikachu's voice because I did) but they also offer meal sets. I'm in love with their calamares and fries. What added oomf to their food is their dips. It's so flavorful and it complements the crunchy texture so well. The place has two sides. One is for the bar with the loud thumpin' music and the other side is for fine dining.

After dinner in Manila, Philippines, our hosts desired to take us to the Long Bar. This lounge is…read morelocated in the Raffles Hotel in Manila. Inside, there is light music in the background, perfect ambient lighting and very comfortable seating arrangements. This is a place to unwind and relax with close friends. Here, due to the low noise and music level, you can actually carry out productive and bonding conversations, without having to scream to be heard. The selection of libations is high class. A wide variety of spirits, beers and wines abound. Service is prompt and at a high professional level.

Beautiful bar and excellent service but I (unintentionally) spent more on 4 glasses of wine than I…read moredid for any full meal in Manila. It was supposed to be happy hour and I was used to spending about $6 for a glass of wine in the Philippines but the bill came out to around $75 USD. Be very careful and check the prices twice if you go here.

Curiously amazing place. Respect the old fashioned protocols and the great staff! Amazingly curated…read moredrinks and warm atmosphere make this a must see

Probably one of my favorite bars in the whole of Manila! When I want to have drinks after work or a…read morenightcap after a late dinner, I will most probably end up at The Bar. Interiors are beautiful and cozy. The leather chairs, central bar, and decor take you to another world where you can enjoy your classic cocktail, scotch, or wine in utter opulence. The staff are always efficient and helpful when serving and suggesting drinks if you are feeling a little adventurous. Try the Negroni 1919 or the Espresso Martini. Good selection of wines too and a decent repertoire of Single Malts (for a price!). Bar chow is available too if you feel like you need more than the refillable snacks they serve you. It's also the perfect place to have an intimate conversation or a casual meeting. Cigar smokers and smokers alike will enjoy the fact that you can smoke here (sorry non-smokers!). Price points are expensive compared to your average bars or speakeasies but you're at The Peninsula after all. The overall feel is nostalgic, classic, and definitely for those who enjoy high quality cocktails and drinks in a place that makes you feel like you're transported to a bar in Cuba with different world music playing in the background.

Never been home in my country for 2 years & just came back last few days ago. So me & my friends…read moredicided to party in this club. I live in nyc for 6 years now & I barely go home. When I visited this club last night I'm pretty surprised how huge this place is. You can never see this size of club in nyc & with pool? No way! So for me this club is worth the visit. Music wise not really into some edm type of music but still I had fun! Costumer service is amazing & servers & crew are very organize. They always check your table if you have a drinks in your glass & always refill it. They always talk to u politely with a smile on their face. I'm really happy I made it a try! Good job!! 5 star for adding my Philippine trip amazing!!! :)

Honestly, I'd only come here if there's an international DJ that I'm interested in seeing. The…read moreresident DJs arent very entertaining to me, and the crowd is alright. If you like generic edm then this is the place for you! On the contrary, it's the best place to go in the Philippines so you're pretty much stuck with either this or Valkyrie

My friend posed a good question when we went here for the very first time: "I wanna go back here,…read morebut when?" and it's not a 'when am I available again' but rather 'what event will merit me to go and drink here'. The venue is small and intimate, hidden away in one of the less busier streets of Makati. It's dark and quiet except for the music-played directly from vinyls with nothing newer than 1985. Their drinks are original (and complex!) cocktails served by bartenders in white lab coats. The place is a hodgepodge of things and it doesn't seem to fit the Filipino concept of drinking out. I'm not going to bring friends I haven't seen in a long time here to catch up because we'll be making too much noise. The place is so classy and a bit expensive you won't be going here if you want to be blackout drunk. This is also not a place to 'meet people' and there isn't much place to dance around. Basically, you go here for the novelty of being here. It's like a really nice place (Instagram-worthy) with pretty cool drinks (their Pink Lady has egg yolk in it!) where you can hang and have meaningful conversations with a few friends.

My husband and I discovered the Music Hall when were looking for a place to chill somewhere in…read moreMetrowalk. With two floors and a mezzanine, this place is surprisingly spacious. Since we had dinner already at home we only ordered a plate of nachos and two bottles of beer (total bill was only Php350. They don't charge an entrance fee). We were disappointed with the nachos because it was served late and cold. We should have ordered the sizzling tofu instead. Anyway, it's a good thing the band playing that evening, Jek Manuel and The Stronghold, was good. We really enjoyed the group's performance. I like the place because it's separated from the crowded and smokey part of the Metrowalk. I don't like their chairs though, very uncomfortable. We will definitely go back there because food (mostly hotplate or grilled) is not expensive, band performances great, place cool, and location is fantastic.

With a very up-to-date sound system, scenic location, and the guest performances of many of the…read morecountry's well-known Original Pinoy Music (OPM) artists, The Music Hall has a simple name but a well-known concept in that is takes a bar with live music and an ambiance of cocktails, buckets of beer, and delicious samples of "pulutan" and other light meals served with alcohol to make it a bar-bistro. Seeing its walls lined with pictures of famous artists who performed there, one would instantly realize how many stars have graced the stage of The Music Hall. During my visit, I witnessed a concert where Philippine music legends Boy Mondragon and Richard Merk performed songs that made them famous. (Yes, not my generation, but it was a fun, entertaining, impressive show nonetheless.) All that while enjoying a smooth Daiquiri with Calamares, Drunken Shrimp, and Sizzling Tofu. With the cool air-conditioning and the live bands and groups like the FBC "Rebirth" and the L & S Femme stoking up the crowd's enthusiasm and letting them sing along to the hits of yesterday and today, I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. I'm sure you will too. Just check their schedule which is packed with events featuring artists from then and now.