Cafe Adriatico

“Ambience in this OG resto is really nice. Service and food taste are still great. Ground floor dining have a view of the chefs in action.”

“Food here is good. Most people that dine here are from the upper class. I just have an impression based on my own experience that restaurant staff here is discriminating. As a member of the working class I felt I was not welcome. Courtesy here is selective.”

“Cafe adriatico is a classic. I’ve been eating here occasionally for the past 13 years. The food honestly is a hit or miss but the atmosphere and sense of history is unbeatable. The key is to not be overwhelmed by the menu choices. Great place for meeting new people over breakfast”

Rheden★★★★★

Visited Cafe Adriatico after a relaxing drive while listening to the song Banyo Queen, and the experience became even better because of the food. The Cream of Two Mushrooms was rich, creamy, and comforting with a deep mushroom flavor that tasted fresh and homemade. The Chef’s Salad was crisp and refreshing, with a good balance of vegetables, cheese, and dressing that complemented the heavier dishes perfectly. The Spaghetti ala Carbonara was creamy and flavorful without being overpowering, with generous toppings and perfectly cooked pasta. The Blue Marlin con Patata was one of the highlights — the fish was tender, well-seasoned, and paired really well with the potatoes. For drinks, the Four Seasons was refreshing and fruity, perfect for cleansing the palate, while the hot chocolate was thick, smooth, and comforting, especially with the cozy ambiance of the café. Overall, the food, atmosphere, and service made the visit memorable. A perfect place for good conversations, comfort food, and

Ayel F★★★★★

Worth the visit, worth the penny (4.5/5) While we've read recommendations on what to try, we decided to have a freehand and base it on vibe/what we want at that time! Haha We had chorizo in garlic as appetizer, Polpetta and Rabo de Toro as mains. The highlight is Rabo de Toro, this is one of their new dishes. We love how tender the meat was, and the sauce !! Topnotch Ordered two desserts: Canonigo with Mango and Cappuccino Cheesecake. I liked how Canonigo's sweetness is just right! It completes our meal. My personal favorite however is the Cappuccino Cheesecake, it just hits different. My partner preferred the Canonigo because he felt like the coffee notes was too strong in the cheesecake but I love it that way 😀 I honestly can't stop thinking about it again now that I'm typing about it Since we’re history and heritage enthusiasts, we definitely loved the ambiance. They said that the E. Aguilar Cruz Painting is an original one! Tip: We made a reservation because we dined here Sat

Yizhou Wu★★

Special bibingka isn't available today For the serious foodies: They're an institution and whatnot but honestly the food isn't superb, we even got their signatures The Lola Ising adobo rice pork was dry, stringy and without much flavour. See attached video. Rice was mushy. The simple sweet sour green papaya pickles were good tho The beef salpicao is I think ribeye lightly braised in a sour sauce. It's not terrible but not terribly good either.

Camille Tungol★★★★★

Cafe Adriatico is a Gem! 💎 Every money spent on their food is worth it! Lola Ising’s Adobo, Callos and Knockout Knuckles! 💯 It might be on the higher side but the serving is generous and quality is top notch! I just hope they expand their space for it’s a little small to accommodate a full house of crowd and the smell in the staircase area is not that pleasant. The outside area is also not that ideal for a chill due to safety reasons in the area. But overall, 9/10! 😊 we came in here with a last minute reservation of a pax of 7 but Sir Glenn, the manager, gladly accommodated us.

Roque Adarna★★★★★

Ambience in this OG resto is really nice. Service and food taste are still great. Ground floor dining have a view of the chefs in action.

Darwin Marcial★

Food here is good. Most people that dine here are from the upper class. I just have an impression based on my own experience that restaurant staff here is discriminating. As a member of the working class I felt I was not welcome. Courtesy here is selective.

Jaime Almora Jr.★★★★

Cafe adriatico is a classic. I’ve been eating here occasionally for the past 13 years. The food honestly is a hit or miss but the atmosphere and sense of history is unbeatable. The key is to not be overwhelmed by the menu choices. Great place for meeting new people over breakfast

Joshua Valdamer Ghibran★★★★★

We were pleasantly surprised by the generous portions here! What we ordered: ✅ Farmer's Breakfast (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) – A delicious balance of sweet and sour flavors from the pork and egg, perfectly paired with garlic fried rice. ✅ Landlord's Breakfast (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐) – The smoky, flavorful sirloin, textured sausage, and well-cooked scrambled egg all come together beautifully with garlic fried rice. The rice itself is decent but feels a bit average compared to the high-quality main components. The fresh, sweet mango adds a refreshing touch to the meal! Each dish comes with a complimentary black coffee + milk and a glass of cold water—such a great bonus! The staff were incredibly friendly and enthusiastic, explaining the menu in detail and even advising us not to order extra drinks since we already got free ones. Though the space isn't too large, it's still cozy. We were lucky to get a seat by the window, offering a great view of Adriatico Street, adding to the authentic Manila experience. Highly reco