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!

Like it a lot, unpretentious chill staff. Typifies dinning experience in Poblacion with fair…read moreprices. Exposed brick dimly lit space gives it that mysterious cool vibe. We had the 3 tacos - chicken adobo, lengua, and Sisig all excellent Sisig being the stand out. Also had the gizzard and kabob - both excellent.

The food was good a few things were different. The beans were lentils and not black or pintos. The…read moreMexican rice was like home. The guacamole was pretty water no thickness like in California. The service was nice and fast. The ambiance was fine customers enjoying their drinks while waiting on orders. I would return to try some different items on menu.

There are only a few bars in Makati that serve drinks for a reasonable price, and you guessed…read moreright! Boiler Room! After my first visit here, I knew I was going to be back a lot more times. Before we get to the drinks, let me a little more about their food selection. For the appetizers, because I love spicy food.. I enjoy their Chili Poppers (Green Chili, Bacon, Cream Cheese, Cheddar), and a not so spicy dish, their Honey Sriracha Wings! These go so well with.. you guessed it.. a nice cold bottle of BEER. ;) I also love their Borough Market 3-Cheese Toastie (Because I am a sucker for cheese)! They have quite a selection for both local and foreign beers. They have a lengthy menu for wine, vodka, gin, and whiskey (including Japanese whiskey), too! My favorite part about drinking here is their Beer + Shot combo! Their beer + shot combo selections price range start for as low as 135 to only as high as 185! Too awesome. So hard to leave this place without a happy tummy and a real good buzz.

Tucked away in Carlos Palanca St., Boiler Room mostly caters to the yuppies working in the Ayala…read moreAve. area. I came here during lunch hour and was surprised to see affordable lunch options outside in a very carinderia-like set-up but with more sosyal food choices like fish fillet. My friend and I wanted to day drink so we opted not to avail their rice meals and ordered pasta instead. The Chicken Parmesan was okay but still expensive for Php250. I don't think I'd order it again but the cold Pale Pilsen is Php60 which is the normal price for this part of Makati. I know they have Happy Hour and thus, buy one take one on local beers but it's nowhere near lunch time. I was able to try a limited edition burger with slabs of bacon by Mr. Delicious, chargrilled oyster mushrooms from the Perfect Mushroom and handmade bread by Trigo with a slice of melting emmental cheese. A bit pricey at around Php 400 but mouthwatering nonetheless with quality ingredients. Paired with Craftpoint's craft beers, which they now carry, you'll have a dinner to remember.

I love everything about this bar! Great experience. Definitely making 19eastbar a favorite hang out…read morefor me!!!

First of all let me say.... It's a great place to see the well know groups and singers up close…read more Not a bad seat in the house and you will enjoy the entertainment. That gets 5-stars. The reason for the 3 stars was everything else. This includes the food and the service. It felt to me like ordering food was a bit of a nuisance. First they did not have all of the item menus and the food I did order ( beef dish ) tasted like fish. I only ate the rice and the rest of the food sat on the table and enjoyed the band as well. The wait staff also seemed like they didn't want to be there. Also I noticed that there was no female wait staff, at least not on Tuesday. Not saying they should or shouldn't.... I just find it a little weird. So the restaurant gets a 1.5. Overall. I would go there again with a full stomach. Bands like freestyle and south border are worth it.

I've heard that Exile on Main St. is a popular hangout place in the DLSU area. Furniture is old,…read moreplace is dark but homey. Food was not at all what I expected. The deep fried shiitake mushrooms were very bitter. The crust of the beer-battered dory had a toasted flavour which even the lemon caper sauce could not mask. I have no idea why they said on the menu that the dory placed a close second for their bestselling spot. Probably the most acceptable is the Dorytos which contains pasta in tomato and cream sauce. Looked and tasted homemade. But still too salty for my taste. Not coming back. Ever.

I've mentioned that my college friends and I had a permanent coffee shop that we "own" around Taft…read more This is another place that we have conquered (mainly, because it's the only place open around the time Lucky Bean closes). It pretty much sticks to you because the place doesn't seem to have anything in it from the outside, until you actually go into the complex from what seems like an apartment driveway. It looked like that to me, at least? You'd be greeted by an interior that's is pretty artsy-fartsy hipster-ish, with the fancy lighting and booths where you can sit on the floor. With all fairness, this little place is pretty awesome as their Chuck Berry Apple Pie. I never leave Exile without ordering that mouthwatering sumb'ch. And this might sound weird, but I especially enjoy that with a glass of ice cold apple-flavored beer. A perfect way to wrap up a chill night. Huh? I just really wish that Exile has longer business hours. I mean, I know most of their market are students who has classes the next day, but my friends and I barely meet-up anymore, and the time we have is either weekends (that we actually would use up to slack off because we're too tired to do a thing) or after work hours (which is much more ideal, because the day's hype usually extends up to like 3 AM). It's always a bummer whenever Exile closes on us.

There are quite a few bars along Aguirre Avenue in BF Homes but this one is the only decent one…read morewith live bands playing. And by that, I mean that they're the only ones that don't have show bands playing every night (although it's fun watching now a show band once in awhile.) Just like most bars, Red Ninja has had events here too. Beer is cheap and I've heard that burgers and ribs are good here, though I have yet to try it. Parking can be difficult, but there's always a spot somewhere along the street. Sound system isn't as good as everywhere else but the bar just has this chill vibe to it that you wouldn't really mind a so-so sound system. Everyone is just happy and loving what they're hearing. There's a beer pong table in the air conditioned area where I've seen a few people make beautiful friendships too. It's a bar for young people and those young at heart.

So last night I did the craziest thing..I went out on a weeknight (wohoo!) I broke my routine of…read morestaying indoors, watching movies, writing Yelp reviews and basically just being in a horizontal position all night. I went to X-278 Bar with no idea about what it was like; it was just one of those places that I would see filled with people whenever I would drive along Aguirre. I came in there last night, looking like a "tita" in a crowd filled with girls and boys radiating a strong, youthful glow and ordered a rhum coke with a fellow "tita" friend. The music was pretty good, a bit emo that evening but nonetheless entertaining. I love that there's now a new bar 10 minutes from where I live, with live music, trinkets sold on the side and cheap drinks.

Hi is this bar still open? Im planning to check this place out anytime next week. Thank you in…read moreadvance for response.

Good cheap drinks and super good vibes place…read more Ask for the Manol which is the Manille calamansi liquor based drink. The Yakulto is also great which is a Yakult-based cocktail.

Properly representative of the entire Quezon City, Mow's is a little unassuming hole-in-the-wall…read morehangout for music lovers. Located under the Kowloon House on Matalino St, it took a while for me to find it. Consider though that I'm not from the area, but some asking around helped. Being new, Mow's has proven to be the breeding ground for young bands. Some very promising, mostly up-and-coming, local talent play here. And like most places in QC, alcohol is cheap! There is nowhere else in the world where you can get Johnny Walker Black Label on the rocks for P79!

Moe's is the closest place to experience a Pinoy "dive bar." The have great bands and usually a…read morevery friendly amiable crowd. If you're looking for a good late night drink or a great show, definitely stop. I had a friend who was performing here! I walked in and bought a Php50 beer, not bad. Dark lighting. Very small. A few high top tables; otherwise you find a table outside or stand near the stage. The entertainment was all over the place. It was cool, surprising, and definitely different than the typical bar I usually hang at. The crowd was also just as eclectic; mostly young college students too. Also, if you want cheap hard drinks, you can got a shot for Php79!

If you've been to Cubao X lately you'll find yourself a handful of interesting characters you'd…read morelove to meet. It gets really filled with artists, free spirits, photographers, surfers, wanders, entrepreneurs, everyone! In one of the corners of Cubao X is where you'll bump into all these characters at Fred's Revolucion. This dive bar of sorts is a colorfully and revolutionary decorated bar with nothing fancy, just drinks and the sound of people. Come drop by with a group of friends and you'll be surprised how fast time will fly and how many conversations you'll hear and overhear. It's got great character to it and a story-worthy ambiance. My friends and I have come by here a few times and each time we lost ourselves in the moment. I love how this place is super different from the bars you find in the Makati area, it's got that something different you don't find too often.

Fred's is the kind of pub you go to when you really, REALLY just want to drink. No dancing, no…read moreear-damaging music, no sleazy guys trying to pick you up, just pure unadulterated drinking. Doesn't matter if you're alone, with friends, or with a handsome Chinito you met on Twitter -- Fred's is the best watering hole this side of Quezon City. The place has this very welcoming ambiance. That said, I've come to think of Fred's Revolucion as a friend (basically any type of friend one may need at a given night). The staff is very pleasant (bartenders are always happy to chitchat with you) and their drinks are ridiculously cheap compared to that of bars in BGC and Makati. Try their Frozen Margarita, Bagnet, and Fish and Chips. I swear on the next Star Wars movie, you're gonna love them.

This morning, I decided that I will end this day with a bottle of Malbec wine. It's one of those…read moresummer days where it's too hot to do anything and staying indoors is your best bet for a perfectly mediocre day. I headed to Metro Wine Center, a little shop by the entrance of Market! Market! to accomplish my morning goal and braced myself for what could be the hottest day of the year. This quaint laid-back shop makes wine selection easy for those short on time, knowledge, or both. The selections are fun and well-priced, and are backed by a helpful staff. The store is manned by its owner, who was fairly approachable and enthusiastic about his beer, wines and spirits. Once you've perused the selection at every pricepoint, it's hard to imagine not becoming a regular. Metro Wine Center has made buying wine a non-intimidating shopping experience for wine lovers whose only expertise is to drink.

From the owner: At Grand Metro Wine Center, we’re more than just an bottle shop — we’re your go-to destination for…read morethoughtfully curated, premium yet accessible wines and spirits in the Philippines. - Curated Selection: Every bottle on our shelves is handpicked — from celebrated classics to unique finds like Offley Port, Mio Sparkling Sake, and local treasures like Cebu Mango Rum. We focus on quality, taste, and value. - Local + International Vibes: We bridge local flavor and global taste. Whether it's world-renowned labels or homegrown favorites, we support both. - Accessible Expertise: You don’t need to be a sommelier. Our product descriptions and tasting notes make it easy for anyone — from first-timers to seasoned drinkers — to find the perfect match. - Fast, Reliable Delivery: We ship swiftly, with Metro Manila and provincial delivery options so your celebration never gets delayed. - Exclusive Deals & Discoveries: We offer promos, bundle savings, and rotating collections so you can always discover something new at a great price. - Passion-Driven Service: We’re wine lovers first, business second. Our passion shows in every recommendation, every bottle, and every customer interaction.