Let me preface this with some honesty: I go to Black Market, its next door neighbor, a lot. 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. read more

Finders Keepers - The most instagrammed neon sign in Metro Manila - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Makati, NCR

This is where you'll find the most photographed neon sign in Makati. Yup, try to find #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! read more

Finders Keepers - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Makati, NCR

Great selection of drinks, great vibe , but can get quite crowded at times despite its reputation of being a hidden and lowkey bar. Bring a lot of cash with you, most drinks cost around the 400-500 mark. I like how you can bring your drink to Black Market and vice versa. Crowd comprises of college kids, working milennials,and even some older folks and expats. This was on a rather slow day though. Went there on a Thursday when they were playing some peculiar Jamaican music we just can't seem to dance to. It was still a fun night and something you'd enjoy if you're looking forward to trying something new in the city. read more

Finders Keepers - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Makati, NCR

The first place I've seen in the metro where the bouncers and staffs are so chill, smiling and dancing. It's a small place but I loved it there. Drinks are a bit expensive on the cocktails, music is good. Def gonna be my go-to place for a chill night. read more

Finders Keepers - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Makati, NCR

Finder's Keeper's is a uniquely high-quality speakeasy. It's so cool that it might be worth flying all the way to Manila just to spend time here. The two things I most love about this place are: 1) The have an iron-clad, absolutely no smoking rule! 2) The hours are a night owl's paradise - they open at 8pm, and stay open until 5am :-) Comparing Finder's to a more traditional Manila speakeasy like the Blind Pig, Finder's isn't hidden at all - it's right out in plain sight; the quality of the drinks and the classic funk vibe are what will draw you back here time after time. How good are the drinks? We're talking world-class - I haven't had better in SF, New York, or Paris. The mixologists here are top notch, and know their craft as well as any I've you might compare them to. The interior setup is very cool, with their neon sign casting a red hue all through the small single-room bar. The music they play is a combination of old-time hip-hop and classic funk. The drinks here aren't cheap, but life is short and you won't regret a penny you spend in this establishment. Check it out for yourself, and you'll probably become a regular :-) read more

Finders Keepers is my favorite and go-to speakeasy bar in Manila. I've been here so many times and never get tired of it. Excellent high quality drinks (pricey but worth every penny), cool vibe, beautiful interior with its huge red neon sign and great music. The place is quite small and when it fills out it gets pretty vibe-y and fun. A scene that you must definitely check out. read more

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Don't be intimidated by the dark streets that lead up to Finders Keepers. It is, after all, supposedly a secret (not) dive bar. But with carefully curated music and cocktails, I can imagine how word spread about it like wildfire around the Metro. When you do find it, you will know that you have arrived, thanks to the fiery, neon Finders Keepers sign that anchors and is the center point of the entire room. And that's all there is to Finders Keepers, by the way -- it is just a room with one entrance and one exit. Very straightforward. Like their cocktails. I was intrigued by one in particular, the Blushing Cheek, which I thought would be a sweet, dainty drink. What I got instead was a kick in the balls: a spicy beverage, which I didn't realize would be so strong. Not that I'm complaining; it was a pleasant surprise. I've always said that Finders Keepers is one of the more mature bars the city has to offer, because it caters to a more grown-up crowd. And by that, I don't mean Tita levels, okay? Just that there is no mainstream EDM blaring over the speakers, or high school kids waiting in line to get in. Much less contrived than many other bars or clubs. It's a comfortable place to dance and have fun after a long work week, if you need to let yourself go a bit. read more

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Love the atmosphere of the place definitely similar to Black Market's vibe but very different too. They have a great variation of drinks, and if you're headed to BM you can even bring your drinks from Finders inside BM and vice versa. Their white Sangria is deff something to try too. Tried it after months of recommendations from a few of my friends. The drink is more on the sweet side which isn't really my usual cup of tea but I actually enjoyed it. Though the music is a tad too loud now a days. It used to be at a level where one could hold a conversation but for the past two weeks it's been a bit too loud that you feel you're in BM. The music direction though is far from the music direction of Black Market, Finders plays more on the top 40's and pop side of the music spectrum read more

Not a the bar to go to if you'd like to drink in solitary confinement. Get ready to crawl through a sea of people to order up a decent cocktail... And do a bit of waving to get the bartender's attention. The crowd is eclectic- college kids to expats to hipsters, all in between is your Makati millennial uploading a photo on Instagram. read more

Finders Keepers - Old Fashioned - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Makati, NCR

One of the bartenders at this very Cool FindersSkeepers got me, blew my mind up by just offering me a Special Cocktail made only for me last weekend Mar 05 when I was all into dancing with friends. I was completely speechless while taking my special gift: Why only me? Not those cuties...of that evening? :-) That's how FindersKeepers is all about. Awesome. read more

Finders Keepers is a very fitting name for this bar because you literally have to find it first. However, once you do, you will want to keep coming back. What makes this place unique is the intimate setting and chill vibe it possesses. The music they play is not too loud and would often be upbeat hip, house or dance music with an occasional rock band on some nights. Though the drinks may be a little pricey, you will still get your money's worth as they are specially crafted right in front of you. Some of my favorites are the classics, Mojito and Old Fashioned, but if you are willing to spend a little more try the refreshing F*K Mule (which stands for Finders Keepers, in case you were thinking otherwise) So if you are looking for a different kind of night out, Finders Keepers would be my top choice! read more

Finders Keepers is my favorite and go-to speakeasy bar in Manila. I've been here so many times and never get tired of it.

Ah, Finders Keepers. I just want to have a moment of silence for the death of your secret location. Just a year ago, Finders Keepers was a relatively low key bar-- you could chill with your friends on the swing, play with the satanic-looking candles while having one of your fancy cocktails without anyone bothering you (or without the danger of being roofied haha). But now, even if you go during offpeak hours and not on Bad Decisions Wednesdays, it's packed! There's barely any breathing space, let alone space to move. It's become so well known that I can never go there without bumping into anyone I know, nowadays. (Which is a shame, really. I used to like to hang out at this place, more so than Black Market.) Oh well, unto the next one! I'm sure I'll find another legitimate hipster secret speakeasy without anyone knowing, at least for the next few months or so. read more

I had heard a lot about Finders Keepers before a group of friends finally brought me here. Its location is relatively hidden in the streets of Makati and a little hard to find, adding to the feeling of reaching a place kept well in secret. But passed the small black door guarded by the intimidating bouncer and crawling into the red curtains that cover the entrance to the speak easy... lies a true gem! The place is intimate and not too loud. The cocktails are just incredible as the bartenders are clearly professionals! Definitely a great place to go for a few drinks before a night out or just to have late night conversations. And if you are feeling more energetic, the club is right next door! read more

Here, it is definitely always a good time! I remember the first time I've been here, it lived up to the name it wanted to be known for--a speakeasy bar, but as it gained popularity, more and more people have been coming here, most especially during Wednesdays. However, on off-peak days, it is a very relaxing bar and definitely a good place to bring a small-knit of good friends for an evening of chit-chat over crafted cocktails, skilfully concocted by their friendly bartenders. Although the price point is a bit more on the expensive side, it is still worth it in my opinion because you actually pay for the experience! If you are curious what's in the drink you are about to order, just ask the baristas and they are more than happy to enumerate them to you, kudos to them because they also prepare your drink right in front of you! It is amazing to see them in their element and will convince you that crafting drinks is actually an art in itself. If you want a peace and quiet time, visit them on weekday nights except for Wednesdays. However, if you're in an upbeat mood, come during weekends and most especially on Wednesdays, you are sure to have a blast! read more

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I love this bar. It is the perfect combination of classy, grungy and cool. Although it is a little difficult to get a drink, I guess that is part of all the fun. Of course, what is a good speakeasy bar if it doesn't have good cocktails? Their libations are all well-made and are all very tasty making it too easy to finish a couple in one sitting. Depending on the crowd and the music, this place can get super fun. What I love most about it is the fact that you can't smoke inside. I know it is a bit of a pain to step outside but there is nothing worse than leaving a bar stinking of cigarettes and booze. Although this place is no longer a secret, the vibe and the atmosphere makes me reminiscent of speakeasy's in New York. Tip: Try their old fashioned and F+K sour read more

Speakeasies have been trending a while now yet many are better off hidden in the abyss. You might be a little hesitant to venture off in the Manila traffic and side streets but Finders Keepers is one place you have to try at least once. Instead of going to the typical bars in the malls or to giant super clubs where you may as well find yourself shouting just to have a conversation and sitting or stepping on the next person because you're packed like sardines in a sea of wafting cigarette smoke and rowdy folks, you will not regret going on this adventure. Weekday or weekend, it has an unpretentious vibe of good fun. You would definitely expect a dose of a good variety of soul, funk, hiphop, indie, rock, and rarely any annoying commercial tunes on their playlist. The no smoking rule duly enforced is a plus. Drinks are concocted to a science by their dapper mixologist Dondz or Don and are worth every penny. Mingle with all types of locals and expats. Simply put, just trust to have a damn good time. Insider tip: Try going on a Tuesday evening if you want a cool after-work or tour place to hang out and talk. If you want to party, Wednesdays til the weekend are a sure bet. BLACK MARKET, an eclectic underground club, is just right beside Finders Keepers. If you're up for an all-nighter, you're definitely hitting two birds with one stone on this one. read more

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Finders Keepers is a hipstery speakeasy somewhere in San Lorenzo, Makati. I think they have very good cocktails, but they are so expensive. Bring a lot of cash. One glass can run up to PHP 500 sometimes. Do the math if you wanted to try 2 or 3 drinks. I don't have a favorite drink in particular. Almost everything I tried in Finders Keepers was really good. They're all different, but good. It just depends on your preference as to what kind of alcohol base you generally prefer. There's no other way to describe the ambience except that it's cool - dark with indie-ish music. Good place to see and be seen with your friends if you're into that sort of thing. read more

There is a lovely little bar tucked in an inconspicuous wall along the hall leading to Black Market. There is no sign to the place. Find it though and be greeted by a large, glistening neon red sign. "Finders Keepers," it reads, a signal that you have arrived at one of the premier (non-clubbing) nightlife venues in Metro Manila. It's a really cozy place. Not that large, yet not as small as say, Blind Pig. The music is hip and the people are beautiful. One Sunday my fiancée and I discovered a jazz band performing. We watched, holding hands, over an old fashioned and a spiced ginger cocktail. Yet it seems as too many people have found the beauty of this place already. I'm not trying to be a hipster and say "ay yuck it's not cool na cause people know it," but there can be days where there are just TOO MANY PEOPLE. I loved this place when it was chill and steady. Now, if I have to take fifteen minutes just to get to the bar from the entrance, I'd rather just grab a beer over at nearby Black Market. read more

Perhaps the bar with the most-instagrammed neon sign in the city, Finders Keepers is truly for keeps. Housed in the same compound where Black Market is in, Finders Keepers is a cool watering hole hidden in the dark recesses of Don Chino Roces in Makati. Once you enter the bar, it feels as if you're in a cool dungeon, with its melted candles scattered about the area and the red glow of the neon signage bathing the whole place. The place can get really crowded at times. To the point that trying to get a drink at the bar becomes a tedious test of patience. On other days like a Tuesday or Wednesday, when the crowd is just right and you can actually sit down and nurse your drinks in peace, Finders Keepers is the best place to be in. Great music, great cocktails and great company - now that's a keeper. read more

This is a really cool bar if you want to make a night out of it with friends. It's the cocktail bar of Black Market and it's pretty small and it's pretty vibe-y once it fills out. It's filled with lots of well dressed party types, so if that's the scene you're keen on, you'll be happy here. The drinks are also pretty decent. Cocktails that are a little more on the adventurous side. But they also have beer and wines too. The only things that bugs me here is that it's pretty much self service at the bar. So when it gets busy you'll have to fight your way to get noticed by the bartender. Most good cocktail bars should serve you at your seat and I'm not too sure what's so hard about that. read more

Drinks are pricey but I still love how it tastes. Their beergarita is one of my favorites. I also love the ambiance of this place; very hip and chill. Make sure to come in early so you get a table, if not, you can always chill by the bar and meet new people. read more

Finders Keepers is one of the few speakeasies in Manila and when I entered the place, I was shocked by how small it was. It appeared much bigger in photos that I had previously seen. In any case, that didn't take away from my experience here. My friend bought me a drink and it was delicious. Decent cocktails this place offers. I also like the vibe here. They don't play any of the typical, oversaturated dance songs here -- at least not while I was there -- and I respect that. There's just enough people that you don't feel like you're trapped. Nice vibe. read more

By now, Finders Keepers along Pasong Tamo is no longer a secret. People who come here can hardly keep their mouths shut about the place, and with ample reason. With good music, good vibes, and refreshing cocktails, FK has become a go to place for late night drinks. Their basil-infused Tanq & B is a highlight for me, an alarm clock for even the drowsiest Friday Nighter. Just make sure to make it there early as the small shack--actually, it's more like a 40 foot high cube container--gets jam packed even on weekdays. The austere facade may be hard to find, but its fans make sure you've heard of its name. The neon sign behind the bar will make sure you don't forget it. read more

"Finders keepers, losers weepers," said almost every kid I knew when I was younger! Now a little bit more older and (I'd like to think) more mature, Finders Keepers takes a whole new meaning in this little understated bar. In a dark corner along Pasong Tamo is ironically the most secret and at the same time super popular bar. The few times I've been here have been real different once super chill, cool vibe and another crowded and crazy. Their drinks are real good, a little price but not the usuals you'll find in a bar, and they're served in cute mason jars or huge wine glasses! The atmosphere is dark except a single neon light sign and a few candles which makes the whole feel intriguing. If you're looking for a new place to grab a drink in and unwind, go look for Finders Keepers if you can find it! read more

The first ever tine I set foot in this place I felt like it was love at first sight! I immediately knew that this would be a place I would go to often. It was just the coolest bar I have ever been in. The place is filled up with benches, chairs, tables, and a swing. Each table has a candle on an antique looking candle holder. The bar is lit with its read sign that says Finders Keepers. The drinks sold here are as cool as the place looks. They may be pricey but you always get what you pay for and in this case you pay for great quality drinks. My top two favorites would be the F*K Mule and the Old Fashioned. The Mule is served in a boot. It tastes like citrus and ginger. It's a really good tasting drink but at the same time really strong! The Old Fashioned is a fusion of an orange and coffee taste. Those are some of the ingredients used to make it. These two drinks are very good and will definitely give the right buzz. Great place and great drinks! I don't know what could be any better. read more

Finders Keepers is one of the rare "speak easies" in Manila which does its job so well that despite the name everyone knows about it already. I put quotation marks because I believe that this place was supposed to be a Speak Easy type of establishment however, it became so popular that it wasn't possible to keep the noise level down. And yes, they have pretty good reason to popular, the drinks created by their head bartender Dondz are very very very well made. Each drink has a good concept behind it and all of them use good ingredients. My favourite would be the Jaymo and Co. it is a sweet whiskey based drink that strong hints of lemon. My next best bet would be the Hendricks with Cucumber, very refreshing and it has a strong hit. Ever since it opened its doors on late 2013, I have been a regular up until today. Great ambiance, good crowd, superb drinks and the best thing for me is awesome music, they even have live gigs on Sundays. Check it out! read more