Tired of the usual restaurant visits and want something different? If you’re seeking to relax for a bit while enjoying a warm meal or a cup of coffee in hand, this is the list for you. Hop in your car and escape the city for a breather to these spots that are just a drive away from Manila.
Burrow Cafe
Location: Antipolo
The Antipolo Beehouse may be beautiful, but have you walked 76 steps below it to check out Burrow Cafe? Dubbed as an Underground Cafe, Burrow is a great escape built below the event’s venue. Enjoy the amazing interior and the view while listening to nature’s sounds. They have freshly cooked food for dine-in and take out like bread, cakes, food trays, and more.
Cafe Voi La
Location: Tagaytay
Miss traveling? Cafe Voi La offers home-cooked Southeast Asian cuisine in the midst of pines and a volcano. They also have steaks and pizza, and amazing coffee and dessert. The whole place is bright and colorful that anyone in the family will just love.
Sweet Knot Haven
Location: Tagaytay
A newly-opened casual dining restaurant located inside La Bella, Sweet Knot Haven gives off a Greek vibe. Not only is the interior great, but the food options are also superb as well. Enjoy your meal in an al fresco setting surrounded by lush greens.
Luljetta’s Hanging Gardens Spa
Location: Antipolo
The first and only hanging garden in the Philippines, Luljetta’s offers breathtaking views of the Manila skyline and Laguna Lake. You can actually spend the whole day at the spa where you can lounge in their cottages, swim at their infinity pool, or sweat it out in their sauna.
Maura’s Place by Mela and Mai
Location: Antipolo
If you love nature and good food, you’ve come to the right place. Maura’s Place is a rustic house with wooden railings and stands out as it is in the middle of nature. They have all-day rice meals, a good choice of pizza, milk shakes, and a sunset menu that’s available from 5 in the afternoon.
The Teahouse at Qi Wellness Living
Location: Tagaytay
A teahouse with an overlooking view of Taal Lake, Qiwellness Living is a popular bathhouse and spa destination in Tagaytay. They also have a teahouse where they offer a dim sum selection, tea, wine, and cocktails. Make sure you reserve to secure a slot!
Terraza of Balay Dako
Location: Tagaytay
Located on the second floor of Balay Dako, Terraza’s guests are treated to the excellent service and appetizing dishes the restaurant is known for. They also offer signature cocktails that you can sip while enjoying the breathtaking view of Taal Lake.
