Coming to the Philippines can be so much more than just a short visit when you can explore so much about the culture.
No doubt, fun-filled adventure awaits from the land, the seas, and of course, the indisputable delish authentic Filipino food!
Here are the best and most authentic Filipino restaurants that you shouldn’t miss when you are scouting the famous and highly-urbanized city of Makati!
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Sentro 1771
The appearance is as competitive as the other restaurants that you can find in Greenbelt, Makati. The walls are like storm windows perfectly made to become more sturdy will stand for a long time regardless of the weather condition.
It is also has a lot of plants in the area that makes the entire place even more relaxing day and night. There were no lines when I visited the place and the staff was very welcoming.
Proper accommodations are given as soon as the customers choose to eat at the restaurant. The neatness of the place is also very notable.
SENTRO 1771 offers home delivery service which is perfect for those who have no time to dine outside.
Recommended Menu:
Sinigang na Corned Beef, Grilled Chicken Barbeque, Garlicky Adobo, Filipino Breakfast
Reservation:
For further inquiries and advance table booking, please call the restaurant thru their landline number.
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| TripAdvisor | Sentro 1771 (score：4) |
|---|---|
| Name | Sentro 1771 |
| Hours |
Monday – Thursday 7:30 AM – 12:00 MN Friday – Saturday 7:30 AM – 1:00 AM Sunday 7:30 AM to 11:00 PM |
| Budget | P1,200 (average for 2) |
| TEL | 02 7573941 |
| Address | G/F Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Makati, Luzon 1223, Philippines |
| Holiday | None |
| English Menu | Available |
| Smoking | Sectionalized smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards are accepted |
Lampara
The location is a bit off from the hustle and bustle business district of Makati, however, if you ride taxi or Grabcar service, you’ll reach the place without any problem.
Looking at the outside view, the restaurant is undeniably stylish with some accents that make the place even more attractive.
The wall has some patterns and blends well with the glass window that makes the entire place look like a decent spot to enjoy some Filipino food!
Complimentary seats are also provided for customers who are waiting in line for the next available table and seats.
Recommended Menu:
Recommended menu options are Rice cups for P220, Tofu for P180, Bone Marrow for 280, and Dinuckdukan for P360.
Reservation:
For bookings/reservations and other inquiries, please call the restaurant thru their mobile number: 09171735883.
Lampara｜Feature Reference
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| TripAdvisor | Lampara (score：4.5) |
|---|---|
| Name | Lampara |
| Hours | Monday – Wednesday 6:00 PM – 1:00 AM Thursday – Saturday 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Budget | P600 up |
| TEL | +63 2 622 1542 +63 917 173 5883 |
| Address | 5883 Enriquez Street, Poblacion, Makati City |
| Holiday | Sunday |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
Bench Cafe
The appearance of Bench Cafe can hardly be missed! The logo is also clearly displayed outside and in bold English words so even foreigners won’t have any difficulty finding the place.
Since it is within Greenbelt’s vicinity, a well-known mall in the Philippines, it’s expected that the place always gets jampacked especially on peak hours.
No worries about the waiting time though, you can easily reach out their contact number to get a reservation that is still depending on the availability of the seats.
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Bongalmusal, Bench/To Set Meal, Bagnet Kare kare, Ube leche flan, Ube or White Halo-halo flavors, and Mindanao Hot Chocolate Latte.
Reservation:
For reservaions/private accommodations and other related inquiries, please call the restaurant thru their provided contact number.
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| TripAdvisor | Bench Cafe(score：4) |
|---|---|
| Name | Bench Cafe |
| Hours | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Budget | P900 |
| TEL | +63 917 702 1133 |
| Address | Level 2, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Center, Greenbelt, Makati City |
| Holiday | None |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Credit Cards | Not Accepted |
Toyo Eatery
Toyo Eatery is way beyond simplicity! Every single dish that you will experience here can give you delightful meals with some twists that only a master chef can provide!
Aside from the modern fusion of the food, you’ll also enjoy drinks that are reasonably priced and are suitable for the type of food you’re ordering.
If you want to get a secure seat, don not hesitate to give the restaurant a call for further assistance!
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Three-cut pork barbecue, Filipino oysters, Tasting menu, desserts.
Reservation:
For advance table booking and other related inquiries, please contact the restaurant thru the contact number they’ve provided.
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| TripAdvisor | Toyo Eatery (score：4.5) |
|---|---|
| Name | Toyo Eatery |
| Hours | 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Budget | P800〜up |
| TEL | +63 917 720 8630 |
| Address | Ground Floor, Karrivin Plaza, 2316 Chino Roces Avenue, Magallanes, Makati City |
| Holiday | Sunday & Monday |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
The Aristocrat Restaurant
Aristocrat’s location is very convenient as it is just at the corner of the street and the resto name is clearly visible to all passersby.
Although the building looks a little down-at-the-heels, the place still has maintained its neatness even at the parking area which fortunately, the restaurant has.
The restaurant’s theme is a combination of green and white shades perfectly complementing its glass stable windows with some of printed food menu options glued on it.
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Pork Spare Rib Barbecue with Java Rice, Boneless Chicken Barbecue with Java Rice, Puto Bumbong, Bibingka
Reservation:
Booking can be done online at aristocrat.com.ph and for other inquiries, contact the restaurant thru their landline number.
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| TripAdvisor | Aristocrat (score：3.5) |
|---|---|
| Name | The Aristocrat Restaurant |
| Hours | 24/7 open |
| Budget | P500〜 up |
| TEL | +632-899-5035/895-0725 |
| Address | 146 Jupiter Street corner Saturn Street, Bel-Air Village, Makati City/td> |
| Holiday | None |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
Mesa
Mesa’s outside view is just as competitive as the other restaurants that you can find in all of Greenbelt’s vicinity area.
The restaurant’s name is vividly displayed outside that it is so hard to miss! The stable picture window glass set up is also a good match for the restaurant.
On peak hours, the restaurant really gets easily crowded so make sure not to forget booking the place in advance or you can also visit there during off-peak hours.
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Inihaw Sampler, Pomelo salad, Sisig, Sinigang, Crispy Pata, Scallops, Seafood Grill, Baby Squid in olive oil, and Crab sauteed with olive oil and garlic.
Reservation:
For inquires about advance booking and other related info, please call the restaurant directly thru their provided contact number.
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| TripAdvisor | Mesa (score：4) |
|---|---|
| Name | Mesa |
| Hours | 10 AM – 10 PM |
| Budget | P600〜up |
| TEL | +63 2 728 0886 +63 917 891 6372 |
| Address | Level 1, Greenbelt 5, Ayala Center, Greenbelt, Makati City |
| Holiday | None |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
Sarsá Kitchen
Sarsa is located at 109 Rada Street, Legazpi Village and it is accessible to all people especially living or exploring in Makati.
The restaurant has a huge logo so it is obviously seen by almost all passersby plus the food menu is also displayed outside that serves as a guide on what to order even before entering the restaurant.
To avoid the hassle of waiting, it is best to book a table in advance as this restaurant gets jampacked mostly during peak hours (lunchtime and dinner).
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Chicken Isaw, Kansi Soup, Crispy Pork Sisig, Coconut Grilled Liempo, Twice-cooked Pork Belly, and Sizzling Kansi.
Reservation:
For table bookings and event reservations, you can reach the restaurant branch directly by contacting the provided mobile or landline numbers.
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| TripAdvisor | Sarsa Kitchen (score：4.5) |
|---|---|
| Name | Sarsa Kitchen + Bar |
| Hours | 10 AM – 11 PM |
| Budget | P500〜up |
| TEL | Mobile: +63 917 528 0115 Landline: 02 7549943 |
| Address | 109 Rada Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City |
| Holiday | None |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
Gerry’s Grill
The exterior concept of Gerry’s Grill is the same as the other restaurants in the Philippines. Glass stable windows from top to bottom, making the indoor dining setup visible to all passersby.
The well-known restaurant logo is also visible to the eyes (as always) and it is surely hard to miss so don’t worry about getting lost.
Long lines can happen here during peak hours as this restaurant is really one of Filipinos’ favorite spots for eating or dining out with family or friends.
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Inihaw na Pusit, Bulalo, Grilled Fish, Chicken, and Pork, Crispy Pata, Chopseuy, Crab Rice, and Gerry’s Special Binagoongan Rice.
Reservation:
For booking or party package inquiries and other related concerns, please call the restaurant directly thru their provided contact number.
Gerry’s Grill｜Feature Reference
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| TripAdvisor | Gerry’s Grill (score：4) |
|---|---|
| Name | Gerry’s Grill |
| Hours |
Monday – Thursday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Friday & Saturday 11:00 AM – 12:00 MN Sunday 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Budget | P500〜up |
| TEL | +63 2 903-0717 |
| Address | Level 3, Greenbelt 3, Ayala Center, Makati City |
| Holiday | None |
| Smoking | Sectionalized |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
Rural Kitchen of Liliw Laguna
The restaurant’s location, HRC Center, is a huge and wide building located a bit off from the major points in Makati.
The best way to get there is by taking a taxi ride or Grabcar service to avoid any hassle of getting lost.
Exterior concept of the restaurant is plain and simple with the logo that is clearly visible to the public.
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are Beef Mechado, Pork Bun (best appetizer), Crispy Pata, Chicken in Gata(coconut milk), Pinakbet, and Grilled Liempo.
Reservation:
Booking can be done online at zomato.com and other inquiries or needs help for more accurate directions, contact them directly via phone call.
Rural Kitchen｜Feature Reference
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| TripAdvisor | Rural Kitchen (score：4.5) |
|---|---|
| Name | Rural Kitchen of Liliw Laguna |
| Hours | 11 AM – 10 PM |
| Budget | P500〜up |
| TEL | +63 2 779 8073 |
| Address | HRC Centre, 104 Rada Street, Legaspi Village, Makati City |
| Holiday | Sunday |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
Manam
Manam is situated on the Ground floor of Greenbelt 2, and finding the location is just really a piece of cake!
The restaurant’s logo/name is also pretty evident to the public and there’s no way you’re gonna miss it while passing by.
Th exterior walls are just made of glass from top to bottom and the inner view of the restaurant is visible if you are from the outside or vice versa.
Most of the time, you’ll see long queue here so make sure to avoid the peak hours like lunch time or dinner time.
What I mean is, if you don’t want to wait longer, just comein a little early or later than the peak hours.
Recommended Menu:
The highly recommended menu options are inigang na Beef Shortribs & Watermelon, Adobo, Kare kare, lechon kawali, sisig, Adobong Bulaklak ng Kalabasa, and Mango & Kesong Puti Turon with Vanilla Icecream.
Reservation:
Manam Comfort Filipino does not accept advance table booking at the moment, just visit the place whenever you feel like eating delicous authentic Filipino food.
Manam｜Feature Reference
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| TripAdvisor | Manam (score：4) |
|---|---|
| Name | Manam Comfort Filipino |
| Hours | 7 AM – 11 PM Thursday-Firday-Saturday 7 AM – 12 MN |
| Budget | P500〜up |
| TEL | 02 6250515 |
| Address | Level 1, Greenbelt 2, Ayala Center, Greenbelt, Makati City |
| Holiday | None |
| Smoking | Non-smoking |
| Card | Credit Cards Accepted |
