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 :)

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.

This is a lovely lounge for all times of day. It's located just off the main lobby and it is…read moresituated right beside the large windows which overlook the main street of Makati. It's decorated elegantly and it's easy to find a quiet little corner for yourself on a plush couch. Good to bring a book with you, or a friend for a good catch up session. They served food here, so it's a good spot for lunch - when the light fills the room - and also for high tea. They serve a nice selection of TWG teas here, by the way. There are a few cocktails on the menu which average at about 400. Not much of classic cocktails, but they have a nice tarragon and guyabano mojito which is surprisingly delish!

Claude Is so welcoming! Never gets tired of sharing his passion on cocktails! Will definitely come…read moreback! :)

Great views from the rooftop bar of the Marco Polo hotel. The bar has most of the imported beers…read more and local ones. Has live music with adjacent dance floor to shake it. Attentive service and good atmosphere for entertaining

Wow. I'm giving this review 5 stars so it stays at the top and as many of you as possible won't…read morehave to experience what my girlfriend and I have. I don't know how I can say any of this more politely, but I am a firm believer that in an organization of such high status ladies and gentlemen should be the ones serving ladies and gentlemen. 1 - Our transaction left me feeling like my money had been deceitfully stolen by our waiter Mike. I verbatim asked if SC is gratuity/tip. Mike's answer was a confident no - so I asked for some change from a larger bill which resulted in two more bills way bigger than what customary tip should be. This left me and my girlfriend who's stomach upset by the meal in an awkward situation of really not wanting to ask for change again because of how long menial tasks took. Essentially I felt strong-armed into an what for me was an uncomfortable position. Sure I could have said something but I was brought to an uneasy place where I thought I was purchasing an upscale experience. (I only googled what SC was once I got home) 2- The pizza had a 4cm puddle of oil in the center - yuck. 3- I ordered a cocktail which was improperly made multiple times, so poorly I had to speak up. On the re-delivery it looked sloppy and tasted like what was done was the addition of water and a heavy citrus squeeze. It was a simple and classic drink that is standard for every bartender to know. I didn't ask for a mocktail or whatever made up drink that was. 4 - What upset me most was Mike sitting at our table without a reason or invitation, very close to my girlfriend. This was extremely inappropriate and left us feeling like boundaries were crossed and uncomfortable. I enjoy connecting with local staff of places while traveling, but in the proper time and place. This transaction was done very wrong. 5- Was the DJ faking it? He left for like a half hour and the playlist continued. I was half a room away and I have to say it was loud and aggressive music for the vibe of the crowd which were mostly a lively elderly bunch this particular evening. This is the first time I even wanted to leave a 1-Star review. Since I only leave 5-star reviews I will continue to do so here but with this as a warning. Rooftops are cool but there are others with better views and better service than what Mike delivers. Can someone tell him that his behavior seems to be misaligned with how the organization he represents presents their hospitality services? Dang. I didn't want to post a review while feeling upset so I slept on it. Unfortunately it was disrupted multiple times from unusual (for both my girlfriend and I) digestive issues at both ends of the tract if you know what I mean. As the great Robert Kiyosaki said 'if it's not an asset it's a liability'. This expense and experience has definitely been a liability .

Great ambiance, service and food. Excellent salpicao, wagyu…read morecubes and pomelo salad. Amazing sunset view.

Kurt, thanks for another amazing night. Crazy off the chain 5*Food and amazing cocktails. This…read moreplace rocks! Don't miss it if you're visiting

While our friends we're at the gym in Discovery Suites Ortigas, they asked me and my other friend…read moreto hang out a bit in the 22nd floor. When we got there, I was shocked to find out that it was a nice place to relax a bit and have decent conversations. The Serendipity Lounge was a very sleek and modern place to either have brunch/snacks or have a few drinks in the evening before ending your day. When we entered, we were welcomed with complimentary watermelon shakes served in champagne flutes. The drink was so refreshing! We wanted something to munch on so we ordered a plate of fries that was smothered with mozarella cheese, beef, vegetables and tomato sauce. I forgot what they called it but it was great! It was enough to make the both of us full. We couldn't finish it! The place also had free access to wifi and it really helped me with a couple of work related things online. The lounge and its staff made our wait very pleasant. It's a really good place to slow down a bit and unwind.

Plainly a Karaoke Lounge this place is an ace with facilities well maintained, restrooms are clean…read moreand rooms spacious for groups. As a Restobar, one should stick to the appetisers for sharing as the main entrees will not be the best value. Overall, the experience is A-Okay with your friends singing their lungs out being the really entertainment of any KTV lounge. We booked the J.Lo lounge, which had a rectangular layout that gave everyone a nice angle of the projected screen. Seats were clean and comfortable, power outlets available in both ends of the room and the remote of the Karaoke console very responsive even when pointed in different directions and locations in the room. PARKING Limited slots, which may be a problem. SERVICE Waiters were dressed in a full Halloween gear, which made our evening extra-special, generally they served our room well without too much follow-ups. Crispy Pata (590 PHP) Admittedly I consumed probably half of this deep-fried beast, but I still was left wanting more, not because it was so good, but because it was so lacking in volume, mostly bones and skin on this order. I would discourage groups from ordering this as sharing is a hassle and for the price it's rather steep for the quantity and quality. Pizzas (Starting 400 PHP) I'm not too sure what my friends ordered, but generally the dough is bread-like and crisp, but it had an under-baked feel, the toppings are fairly average. I'd skip their pizzas if possible, nothing exciting. Chicken Buffalo Bites My favourite among that was served, simple and not overly tangy. Recommended for sharing. Nachos Multi-coloured chips topped with cheese and criss-cross mayo sauce, plain and simple, nothing much to be excited about. VERDICT Drink and be merry, while singing to their large library of tunes with friends in one of the many rooms available.

Had the best Halloween event with #yelpelite here :) they had the usual setup of…read morefood+drink+karaoke. The sisig and chicken fingers were good with the beer. The staff were definitely game with the Halloween theme as most of them were in vampire, plants vs zombies, and other scary costumes. Making customer experience better You definitely should bring a big group over to sing your hearts out

Tucked away off the busy Makati ave, I found this place looking for a Mexican restaurant in Manila…read more I brought a first date to this location. We shared a carafe of margaritas and calamari. We returned a couple weeks later and enjoyed some barbacoa tacos, chicken quesadillas and more calamari. The server was very sweet and remembered us from the first time. The food is delicious, everything we ordered was fresh, seasoned with cilantro and onions and various sides from hot sauce to aioli. We sat at the lounge area they have near the front of the restaurant. Definitely would go again. If you're looking for Mexican style cuisine in Makati stop by!

Walking into A'Toda Madre is always a breath of fresh, tequila-tinged air!…read more My wife and I love this classy little tequila restobar located in Makati's funky, neon-glowing Poblacion district. We are always promptly greeted with a warm and enthusiastic smile. Although we know the menu well, the servers always tell us if there's a special/promo going on (there usually is) and we go from there. A'Toda Madre has, without a doubt, the best selection of tequilas and mezcal that can be found in the Philippines. Every time we go, they have a new varietal that they encourage us to try. And their margaritas are dangerously delicious. They go down all too easily (and quickly)! The food is authentic Mexican that would make any Mexican native proud. The street tacos are the best we've had (outside of Mexico) and they pair perfectly with a cold cerveza or a tequila old-fashioned. Their menu features a variety of traditional Mexican dishes and an entire page of unique, specialty margaritas and cocktails. Btw their head bartender Cherrie is brilliant when preparing any drink you may request. In short, if you find your self in Makati, especially the Poblacion area, stop by A'Toda Madre. It's consistently a five-star experience! Oh, and they also usually have great live music on the weekends - another big plus!

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.

Came here during our recent Manila trip and it was highly recommended by friends and family. Great…read moreambiance and wonderful drinks. Would likely come back again. Pretty affordable if you're converting USD to PHP but likely very expensive for locals If you're on a local salary. I've been to actual speakeasies in the US that survived Prohibition era and they don't quite have the same feel--for starters, the building is new, there are no secret doors or hidden basements, there isn't a password or secret code to get in or antique version of the menu, no history about how the place survived when it was illegal to sell and distribute alcohol. Despite not having the culture and history behind it, it is still a very good experience and would highly recommend for the drinks and ambiance.

ok, it's a bit tricky to find this place, at least for me, but i'm glad i didn't give up so easily…read more once inside, i was greeted by the friendly staff. the drinks weren't only pretty but delicious too. it's a really chill spot and would definitely recommend to friends. can't wait to come back to this place.