A quick guide to some of the most ~*aesthetic*~ coffee shops in the metro
If like the Lorelai Gilmore, you kneel at the altar of coffee, functioning only with a “coffee in an IV,” you’re just like the rest of us. Whether you’re procrastinating a deadline, going out on a holidate or being your main character in coffee shops while devouring a new read, we’ve got you covered.
From Deuces in Makati to Eesome in Taguig, here are must-visit spots for your next coffee crawl. It doesn’t hurt that these look great on the feed, too!
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Eesome
You’ve probably seen this new coffee house-cum-bar and retail concept store dominating your feeds. This one-of-a-kind spot lets you enjoy a drink, or two, all while you (window) shop for premium streetwear. You’ll surely stay a while as Eesome also serves as a restaurant and cocktail bar.
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Location: Forbestown Road, Burgos Circle, Taguig
Operating Hours: Open daily from 9AM to 8PM
Deuces
Here’s your next brunch date spot! Enjoy heart-palpitating coffee and a scrumptious meal at Deuces on Perea Street. Just look for the ✌🏻 sign! The interior is easily as dainty and a treat for those who just love pink. The best part? You can even bring a furry friend along!
Visit other cafés close by like The Curator, Carter Deli, Single Origin and Toby’s Estate for a Makati coffee crawl to remember.
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Location: 103 Perea Street, Makati
Operating Hours: 8AM to 8PM from Monday to Saturday; 8AM to 5PM on Sunday
Assembly Hall
This community-based café located in the grittier side of Poblacion is a must-visit for all. It even transforms after-hours and becomes a cocktail space. Shimmy and dance the night away for a night you won’t forget anytime soon.
P.S. Don’t forget to take that obligatory full-length mirror shot!
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Location: 2/F HMA 773 Building, 773 J.P. Rizal Avenue, Barangay Poblacion, Makati
Operating Hours: AH Coffee, Monday to Saturday from 7:30AM to 6:30PM; Sunday from 7:30AM to 8PM; HereAfter, Tuesday to Saturday from 6:30PM ‘til late
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Panco Cafe
A recently added coffee shop in Legazpi Village serves hearty Filipino food and delicious Australian coffee. Java junkies can easily satisfy their cravings with Panco Cafe’s signature drinks like the Berry Black Forest, Melbourne Fog and Tiramisu Latte.
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Location: 110 C. Palanca Street, Legazpi Village, Makati City
Operating Hours: 7AM to 10PM from Wednesday to Saturday; 7AM to 9PM from Sunday to Tuesday
Café Kitsuné
Tokyo-meets-Paris at Café Kitsuné’s flagship store in the Philippines. You’ll fall in love with the simplistic beauty of an intimate coffee bar and the luxe space—a perfect mix of comfort and sophistication. Here, you can even purchase merchandise like journals, shirts and homeware!
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Location: The Podium, 2 ADB Ave, Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong
Operating Hours: Open daily from 10AM to 10PM
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Cheers to a heart-palpitating experience with some of the best coffee shops around the Metro!
Header Photos Assembly Hall, Deuces and Eesome
Art Alexandra Lara
