Fresh Food Discoveries: Upscale Sweets & Cozy Cafes in Manila

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Looking for the newest restaurants and cafes in Metro Manila? Whether you’re after a cool new coffee spot, an indulgent dessert experience, or somewhere to hang out with friends (and even your pets), we’ve rounded up the freshest openings around the metro.

AzukiToyo

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From the creative minds behind Tokyo’s Florilège and Manila’s Toyo Eatery comes AzukiToyo—an intimate 8-seater dessert bar focused on kakigori, or Japanese shaved ice. The standout is their Halo-Halo kakigori: ube done three ways, layered langka, and leche flan hidden in unexpected corners of your bowl. Every spoonful is a mix of textures, temperatures, and surprise. A must-visit for fans of elevated Filipino-Japanese fusion.

📍 The Alley at Karrivin, Chino Roces Ave, Makati City

Sable

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Nestled in a quiet corner of New Manila, Sable is a charming café that brings together cozy midcentury interiors, specialty coffee, and a menu of elevated comfort food. Perfect for a slow morning or a weekend brunch, standout items include the Shrimp & Avocado Benedict (PHP 565)—a crispy shrimp patty topped with guacamole, poached egg, and hollandaise—and the Pandan Latte (PHP 210), a refreshing and subtly sweet twist on your usual caffeine fix.

📍 Broadway Ave, New Manila, Quezon City

Ladurée

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The iconic French patisserie Ladurée has finally landed in the Philippines with its first Grand Flagship in Southeast Asia. Enjoy their famous macarons at the Pâtisserie, or linger longer in their Salon de Thé—an elegant dining space offering a full-service menu and beautifully plated French dishes. 

📍 One Bonifacio High Street Mall, BGC, Taguig City

TREEHOUSE

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TREEHOUSE is a café and bar concept literally built around a tree, offering a refreshing contrast to Poblacion’s usual party scene. The space is sleek, pet-friendly, and well-equipped with WiFi and sockets—perfect for remote work sessions. For adventurous coffee lovers, try their Sweet Corn Latte or Sesame Latte (PHP 210 each). They also offer a menu of comfort food and signature cocktails ideal for brunch, early evenings, or casual nights out.

📍 Fermina St. corner Alfonso, Poblacion, Makati City

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