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.

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

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! :)

This place is way overpriced and on top of that they have bizarre extra fees too…read more Drinks and food are just ok. Views are nice: basically a rooftop city skyline. But for the high price, the quality, quantity and services are seriously lacking. They also have strange extra-charges. For example if you ask the left-over food boxed they will charge you a substantial fee for that! We had never seen or heard of such policy anywhere else and they don't inform you of such bizarre fee in advance either! The humidity and pollution don't help this place either. Will not go back and don't recommend it.

Sky Deck View Bar offers delicious Filipino and international dishes, friendly and attentive…read moreservice, and an unforgettable ambiance with 360° views of Manila--especially magical at sunset. They offer extensive mix of local and international dishes, standout items like bagnet and calamari; some variability in temperature and taste

For a cover band bar this place has some major talent. Don't let the cheesy costumes phase you…read morethese Filipinos can sing! In the center of the casino near Nobu, Centerplay is a place to spend the night lounging with a local beer enjoying some the decades best. Close your eyes and you'll sweat that's Van Halen, Katy Perry or Justin Timberlake! I between sets there's flair bar tending which is always fun. The bars and lounges have something to learn from life musicians over a DJ. It's open 24/7 and isn't shy on a decent sound system for the space as well as LED Pipes that adorn the ceiling when live music plays, and hides the stage during the day. This place is rockin' till 6am nightly!

I'm lucky that I get to do a lot of the things (and earn from them) I'm passionate about and one of…read morethem is photography. I was hired to do event coverage and took photographs of a bridal shower recently and was surprised that they chose to have it at Society Lounge, which is more know to many as a bar or a spot for a good night out. Well, it wasn't night yet, but I knew it was going to be dark even before we'd be out. The venue is beautiful, very sophisticated, with dark, luxurious colors and patterns on the wall. There's a small stage where the hosts of the party took over the games and festivities. After lots of laughs and cheers, they then munched away and so did I. Among others, they served bite-sized pizza, dumplings, and mozzarella sticks, which were all presented in big tiles that were used as serving platters. I was sure glad that work took me there that day and I got to see and experience Society Lounge, do one of the things I love, and earn as well.

The first time I went to Society Lounge was during Fete dela Musique a few years back. It hosted…read morethe world/ reggae stage. I had never hung out at Society Lounge mainly because I was maybe 20 years old then and on a student budget. Society Lounge is known to be an expat hangout, a venue for post work drinks or socializing from the foreign corporate set in Makati CBD. The prices for drinks were pretty high for me, though I see now how they are quite reasonable if you're not just carrying around your allowance! Catering to a cosmopolitan crowd, they serve some decently made cocktails and have a good selection of liquor. I was pleasantly surprised to find that their food was also good. I mean, I had a burger and some shrimp cocktails but they were fine. On a properly planned out double date night or girls night out, I would consider going to Society Lounge again. Oh, and yes, they have live music every now and then, too!

This is so far the best rooftop bar/lounge that I have been to in Poblacion Makati. Offers great…read morefood, and excellent service. They have a full bar, and has both indoor and al fresco dining area. Must try their pork belly and baked oysters, goes well with your favorite brew or cocktail. Security is tight as this bar gets crowded on most nights. Can't wait to be back.

I love rooftop bars. On a Friday night at midnight the dj is playing some good beats. Unfortunately…read moretheir cocktails are waaay to sweet. The old fyresion tastes like sugar. And they don't have Jameson on the menu. Don't get a cocktail. Cant speak about th egos. But nice chill vibe overall.

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.

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.