This book + cafe concept is a hit at McKinley Hill. The white theme and modern interiors give off a…read morehomey vibe to it. A home away from home. I guess everyone would agree that nothing is more relaxing than having a book in tow with access to good coffee at any given time. Even at 2 in the afternoon, it's packed! You won't really notice it though. You're free to borrow books. You just have to leave your ID at the counter and stay there until closing time - one last call for alcohol, so finish your whiskey and beer. Oh wait. I went off base there. It really thrills me to see a lot of people interested in books or anything that requires reading! It doesn't matter. They have magazines and a variety of books from self-help books, specialty ones and fiction. They have a few board games in the mix as well. I don't see any reason for you not to enjoy your stay here. I scheduled my meeting here and while waiting for my friend to arrive, I ordered a cup of cappuccino (P125) and their French Toast with Bacon (P195). I thought the French Toast with Bacon was a bit pricey based from the photo on their menu. I was mistaken though because their servings were ample for one person. I had to share it! It was pretty good, too, especially the bacon slab! It's pretty convenient to come to this place as it's just less than 5 minutes of walking away from where I live. If I ever need a place to hang out other than locking myself up in my room to no end, I'll definitely swing by.

Came here on 06/02/24 with my siblings and we loved it! There was a bit of a line but the drinks…read morewere tasty. Me and my sister both got the Kyoto latte, since I prefer my drinks more on the sweeter side. The interior itself is a blend of rustic and modern with a very clean feel. I really enjoyed coming here and we will definitely be back again!

I've heard about this Japanese coffee shop chain because of its aesthetic design and yummy coffee…read more We came across this while shopping at Gentle Monster at BGC. The workers were informative and let us know the history of Arabica's % logo. We ordered a matcha latte and an iced coffee. The coffee was delish! The matcha though... I was not a fan. The description was so promising since they're using matcha from Kyoto. Maybe it wasn't made correctly but the matcha was very grainy and dry.

I tried their decaf blend and tried it without cream or sugar. Sometimes the smell and taste of…read morefreshly brewed coffee in it's purest form is so satisfying. My boyfriend loves black coffee so he ordered the special blend and he loved it so much he drank it so slow! Lol I had the ube cheesecake and he had the blueberry cheesecake ( I couldn't try it because it had nuts ok it ) The ube cheesecake was so delicious. It wasn't too rich, but a balance of creaminess and fluffiness. I wish I tried their other iced specialty drinks but hopefully next time

A hip coffee place that has real food! Best choice for breakfast! Ichiban house coffee was very…read moregood. We ordered the Japanese pancake which was awesome and the Crabby Fatty Omurice which was the epitome of deliciousness! Now I wish I could go back everyday.

I stumbled upon this place when I got dropped off by my Grab driver around the corner. I was…read morelooking for a healthy breakfast spot and saw that their menu had a good variety of options. My heart wanted to go with the ube pancakes, but my mind ordered the lox and rosti. The portion size was decent! It reminded me of the portion sizes in the United States. It was quite filling! It was delicious. It came with 4 pieces of lox, a pan fried potato cake, salad greens, pickles, pickled onions, and a poached egg. I also ordered the matcha Freddo, which was a coffee with matcha on top. It was interesting! I haven't had anything like that before. Most other places it tasted more like a matcha latte, but this one you could taste the distinct coffee and matcha flavors. It's iced so it's perfect for the heat! They are in their soft opening phase. The service was really attentive (then again most places here in the Philippines have good customer service). The ambiance is clean and modern. It's a nice space to come dine or have coffee. They have a pastry case when you walk in! Some may assume that they only do coffee and pastries. Though, they have a full on menu! It's more than what appears to the eye. They also have 2 hours of free WiFi which can be accessed via a voucher. They also have AC! Overall, I had a great experience here. I would come back and try some other things on the menu. I do wish they had more healthier options, but I know not everyone has the same taste as me. For my meal, coffee and mineral water I think I spent around $12 USD.

A new cafe in the young and trendy neighbourhood of BGC. Current location used to be the old Cav…read more It is still in its soft opening. A new change and outlook has definitely brighten up the place. Beautiful aesthetics and with pleasant ambiance, it has a nostalgic European feeling. Coffee pairing with delectable desserts are a must. It also has other foods in the menu from a variety of genres. Recommendations: iced caffe freddo, truffle and parmesan french fries, nasi goreng, sea urchin and clam chowder and ube pancake. Pro: free wifi for 2 hours (request for voucher), airconditionized, very helpful and attentive staff Con: none

Tim Horton's, Canada's biggest coffee chain just like what Starbucks is in the United States. Many…read moreyears of residency in Canada got me addicted to Tim Horton's. it's still my choice of coffee until now and because there's no Tim anywhere in California, I have to order ground coffee from amazon. While strolling the Venice Grand Canal Mall, I was surprised to see a Tim Horton's coffee shop here. I indulged in the biggest size ice coffee which is perfect for the humid weather. Although there are many donut flavors to choose from, I ordered a box of timbits so I can try different flavors. The rest of my group all had different idrinks and bill came out to be about $4.50. Yes, that's how cheap stuff are in the Philippines. Lots of friendly employees ready to help you. I counted a total of nine employees in the counter alone and more in the floor. They are all cheerful and energetic, typical traits of Filipinos in any customer service field. I truly enjoyed my visit here and I wish California will have a branch soon. This visit was truly a surprise birthday treat!

we came here for NYE since it was the only place that as able to accommodate us and boy im so glad…read morewe did. the menu has a variety of options. my husband had the bicol express, kids had lasagna and i had the shrimp pasta. my order came out first and my kids wanted to try it. for sure i thought they wouldn't like it but they ended up finishing most of it since their lasagna was taking a bit (which we were informed ahead of time). they loved the shrimp pasta so much we had to order another one. yes it was that good! the bicol express was also good and so was the lasagna. the service was great. considering we were the last group seated on NYE, we didn't feel rushed at all. but of course we were also being conscious since we didn't want to be "those customers".

Food was the best. Especially the chicken adobo with braised pork. Service was on top and beautiful…read moreambience.

Chimichurri was ok. I would not order again. The sliders were 1,000% better; way more flavorfulread more

BLUF: By far, this is the friendliest Coffee Bean I've been to...then again, this is the…read morePhilippines and are well known for their hospitality! Combine this with free WiFi, I'm a happy camper. Just finished walking all Robinson Galleria floors here in Ortigas and taking a break. Pretty relaxing place, I'm only one of 5 customers and lots of clean tables to choose from.

I've heard about Wowa Kitchen x Cafe for a while from my cousin who has insisted a number of times…read morethat I should try it out. Since today just happened to be my free day, I decided to drop by and see and taste for myself what my cousin has been raving about. It was a really cozy place to have coffee and french toast. Or if you're feeling really hungry, you might want to opt for their selection of sandwiches. According to Karen, one of their wait staff, their bestsellers are Truffled Mushroom Carbonara (P395) and Bacon Benedict Burger (P325). I decided to go for the burger which had two double smoked bacon, poached egg, romaine and Hollandaise sauce with a side of potato wedges. Despite the WHO advisory on bacon, no one's going to stop me from eating those delicious slabs. It's ride or die with bacon, folks! Ride or die. I started off with a Stanford x Shaw Ginger Ale (P150) while I waited for my food to arrive. I went around the restaurant just to look at the books - you're very much free to browse and read them. I loved the selections they have for books (mostly art books, screenplays and Murakami sets) and their wall of posters of old and contemporary movies. It pretty much set that homey vibe to the area. Wowa Kitchen x Cafe is just small. Inside, it can house at least 20 guests and outside at least an estimate of 10 guests. I counted and it satisfied me. Ha ha! The food was good and the service was great as well! If you want to come here just so you could have the cafe all to yourself, it's best to come around 2pm-3pm. I enjoyed and freely took photos without being that annoying-girl-who-takes-photos-of-everything-in-a-restaurant-for-my-own-feed-goals.

Came here on 06/03/24 and the café itself is so cute! The interior has a very warm, woody, cozy…read moreaesthetic that makes it a really nice place to sit and hang out. The overall vibe is welcoming, and the staff were genuinely kind and friendly, which I really appreciated. The drink I ordered actually tasted good, but unfortunately I'm pretty sure it got lost-in-translation when it came to my dairy allergy. Even though I asked for an alternative milk, the drink made my mouth itchy, so I ended up having to throw it out :( Because of that, I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5, not because of the atmosphere or the people (both were lovely), but just due to the allergy mix-up. If you don't have dietary restrictions, I think you'd really enjoy it here. Still a very cute café with great ambiance, and I'd consider giving it another try with extra clarification next time!

There were not enough napkins or silverware…read more The Aperol was the smallest I have ever had in my life. The taste of the rice bowls were very pedestrian, nothing impressive about the meal, other than the scenery outside. I would not return, food was just not that good. Especially for the price. Server forgot I ordered a second Aperol and it then took another 10-15 minutes to arrive.

Wildflour in Taguig is that place--the kind where every bite makes you pause and go, "wow... okay."…read more Let's start with the vanilla latte because it deserves top billing. Velvety, fragrant, and perfectly balanced--rich espresso softened by creamy milk and just the right whisper of vanilla. Not sugary, not flat... just smooth, cozy perfection in a cup. The kind of latte you sip slowly because you don't want it to end. The Belgian waffle was straight-up indulgence. Golden and crisp on the outside, light and fluffy inside, topped generously with caramelized bananas, ripe mango, and strawberries. Sweet, buttery, fruity, and beautifully plated--this wasn't just a waffle, it was a moment. And then the Filipino breakfast--comfort food done elegantly. Savory longganisa over warm rice, creamy eggs, and perfectly balanced flavors that feel both nostalgic and elevated. Hearty, satisfying, and deeply comforting in that "this is exactly what I wanted" kind of way. Add in the warm, stylish atmosphere and consistently excellent execution, and Wildflour absolutely delivers. Whether you're here for brunch, coffee, or a proper sit-down meal, this place understands flavor, balance, and indulgence. A must-visit in BGC.

One thing people do not fully appreciate about traveling halfway across the world is just how…read moredisorienting the time difference can be at first. When my husband and I stay in BGC -- Bonifacio Global City in Taguig within Metro Manila -- our internal clocks are usually completely confused for the first several days. BGC itself is one of the most modern and walkable districts in the Philippines, filled with high-rises, parks, restaurants, shopping areas, and surprisingly peaceful streets during the early morning hours. So naturally, we often find ourselves wandering around the city at dawn while the rest of the world still seems asleep. And when it is 6:00 AM in Manila, it is roughly 5:00 PM back in Sioux Falls depending on daylight savings, which means our bodies are basically convinced it is dinner time while we are attempting to eat breakfast. Traveling is glamorous. Jet lag is not. During one of these early morning walks, we stumbled into Wildflour Cafe, which immediately gave us the feeling of an upscale neighborhood bakery mixed with a polished diner-style brunch spot. It was already surprisingly busy even at that hour, clearly a favorite among locals and early risers. Honestly, the easiest comparison I can make is: Imagine a much more refined and stylish version of Denny's, except with better food, fresher pastries, and significantly more polished presentation. Now to be fair, this is not necessarily the kind of breakfast that completely changes your life forever. But it absolutely is several levels above ordinary diner food. My husband and I both ordered steak and eggs along with a large serving of bread and butter to share because apparently we believe carbohydrates are an important emotional support system while jet lagged. I ordered my eggs scrambled while my husband went with over easy. The breakfast potatoes were fresh, flavorful, and wonderfully prepared. The steak itself was a bit overdone for my personal taste. My husband actually enjoys steak prepared more thoroughly for breakfast dishes, but I have always preferred at least a little pink or redness remaining no matter how small the cut may be. The real star for me, however, was the bread. Warm, fragrant, slightly crumbly, and absolutely wonderful once the butter slowly melted into every crevice. There is something deeply comforting about fresh bread early in the morning while sitting in a quiet cafe halfway around the world watching a city wake up around you. Now the one surprise during this visit was the service. Because Filipino hospitality is usually exceptional. Truly exceptional. In fact, some of the best service experiences my husband and I have ever had anywhere in the world have been in the Philippines. This particular morning, however, things felt a little slower and less attentive than what we are normally accustomed to there. Nothing terrible at all -- the cafe was extremely busy -- but it did stand out compared to the typically warm and highly attentive Filipino dining experience we have come to expect. Overall though, it was still a very enjoyable breakfast and a wonderful way to begin the day. Or technically... begin the day in Manila while our bodies were fully convinced it was bedtime back in Sioux Falls. At some point during breakfast I remember thinking: "We should probably go to sleep soon." At 7:00 AM. Jet lag is a very strange thing.