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

I never miss a chance to hit up an old skool bar. So when I saw that the Manila Hotel has a bar, I…read morestopped by for what else: A San Miguel! The bar has live music nightly with rotating themes. There is a lot of hardwood and nostalgia here. I'm sure many political and business deals have been cut at this var. If you are in the area, the Tap Room Bar is a must see. The place is old skool, and the staff is friendly & warm.

Cute & intimate lounge inside Manila Hotel. Drinks are fairly cheap by US standards but rather…read moreexpensive by PH standards. Live music during some nights too. Service was quite slow, but it was okay because the ambiance is inviting.

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.

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 :)

More comfortable than Sky lounge on the same floor. More various seats. Better dishes, interior,…read moretea, etc. I wish they had local dishes. Fresh fruits are tasty.

One of my favorite priority lounge in Manila. Food is a little sparse: Vienna sausages, arroz caldo…read more(salty but very good), French toast, ham and cheese sandwiches, and egg salad sandwiches. My favorite thing about this lounge is the view of the runway, unlimited San Miguel beer (pale and light only) and how during the 3 hours I was here, only 5 groups of people came. This place was super quiet, like a library. Perfect to decompress from the hectic noses of manila before leaving this beautiful country.

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!

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.

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

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 place is awesome - pay for the cultural show its buffet, it's worth it!…read more It's located near Intramuros tourist areas and the ambiance is so pretty! Many tables of tour groups but the service is excellent and I absolutely loved the cultural show taking you through Philippine history. Very well executed!! The buffet is quite diverse and a great way to try Philippine cuisine en masse. Highly recommend!

Barbara's is a solid choice for lunch if you are visiting Manila in the Philippines. We had a…read moreblast! What stood out about this restaurant was the exceptional customer service and the cultural dancing while you eat delicious traditional Filipino food buffet style. I don't know if it's because they cater to tourist that makes this place so special but I left here feeling very full and very happy from the cultural performances. What was also fun was after the performances they invite the visitors from different regions of the world up to the stage and taking a picture with the dance performers. It provided a great keepsake to take back home. They also perform different songs from around the Philippines and the different dialects they speak and where they are from providing an educational opportunity. One of the songs was from the region, where my mother's father is from which is why I took a trip to the Philippines to learn more about my grandfather's culture and homeland. This touched my soul deeply and will never forget my time at Barbara's. The food was outstanding and very tourist friendly. I went up two times to partake in the delicious offerings from the buffet. I think the best thing about this place too is to have experienced all of this in an air-conditioned building. It was a nice reprieve from the 90+ degrees Fahrenheit with humidity weather that I endured in Manila. I also attended another restaurant with the cultural performance, and it was outside, and the experience was not as special due to the weather. So that's why I can't say enough good things about how I was treated and the yummy food that I ate and the beautiful cultural performances I admired at Barbara's. Highly recommend Barbara's while visiting the Philippines .