Location: Shangri-La the Fort, Manila, BGC

Beyond delicious Chinese fare and Shangri-La’s top-tier service, Canton Road boasts a sophisticated atmosphere, especially in its plush private dining rooms. With comfortable lounge areas, spacious table seating, and your own dedicated waitstaff (not to mention, a private lavatory), their private rooms are exemplary of luxury dining. 

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Location: Conrad Manila, Pasay City

While some restaurants rob you of its breathtaking views when opting for a private dining room, contemporary Chinese restaurant China Blue by Jereme Leung makes it a central fixture. Be sure to request their signature room with lounge space overlooking Manila Bay for the best experience.

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Location: Parañaque City

East Ocean Palace emphasises the ‘private’ in private dining room. A reliable go-to for Chinese cuisine, the grand restaurant has over 20 rooms to choose from, spread across its grand multi-level building. The menu is equally broad, with specialities like dim sum, roasted meets, and even lobster sashimi.

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Location: Solaire Entertainment City, Parañaque City

While the main dining room at Finestra Italian Steakhouse is certainly a sight to behold, their private dining room has a sophisticated ambience just the same. Tuck into perfectly-cooked steaks, as well as Italian specialities and expertly-made cocktails in the comforts of this plush space.

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Location: Clipp Center, BGC

Refined, inventive, and downright delicious, a meal at Gallery by Chele is among the most sophisticated dining experiences one could have in the country. With warm wood details, clean white linens, marble decor and artful accents throughout, the restaurant provides diners with a relaxed escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, highlighting chef Chele Gonzalez’s culinary creations. Elevate your next visit even further by booking their sleek private room, so you can indulge with abandon.

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Location: Pasong Tamo Extension, Makati City

Though this elegant establishment is a favourite for date night, M Dining is an ideal spot for family gatherings and special occasions just the same. Book the private room to enjoy your spaghetti uni and crab, soufflé, and other M Dining favourites in your own cosy nook.

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Location: Legazpi Village, Makati City

With chef Miko Calo at the helm of the kitchen and Dawn Alibudbud leading the service team, every visit to Metronome is one to be remembered. But enjoyed in the spacious private dining room, beaming with the same elegant, chic style that the main dining space is known for, a meal at Metronome becomes all the more memorable.

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Location: Grand Hyatt Manila, BGC

Best known for its delicious Peking duck, No. 8 China House showcases their chefs’ masterful craft with multiple show kitchens dotted throughout the main dining hall, providing mouthwatering entertainment for those seated nearby. However, those seeking some privacy may opt for their ornate dining rooms with private lounge areas instead, which are an attraction all on their own.

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Location: City of Dreams Manila, Parañaque City

While the outdoor floating terraces at Nobu Manila are cosy and romantic, its spacious private dining rooms are the ideal pick for larger groups. Tuck into some Japanese-Peruvian bites, succulent steaks, and must-try miso black cod in the comforts of your own serene space.

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Location: Sheraton Manila Hotel, Pasay City

Korean barbecue may conjure up memories of hurried nights in raucous restaurants, but such is not the case at Oori. With premium cuts of quality meats and seafood, the charcoal grilling experience is fun yet sophisticated, especially when enjoyed in one of their private dining rooms. Nervous about your own skills over the barbecue? Their attentive staff will gladly do the cooking for you at the table.

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Location: Cebu 

When visiting, dig into innovative European favourites on The Pig & Palm's menu created by chef Jason Atherton. The restaurant's effortlessly sleek and contemporary design pays homage to Filipino craftsmanship and sets the stage for what will surely be a great meal. Their private dining rooms are secluded and intimate: the first can hold 11 guests while the larger room can host up to 40 diners. 

Location: Shangri-La the Fort, Manila, BGC

With top-tier steaks, hospitable service, and excellent cocktails to boot, Raging Bull Chophouse & Bar has become a continued for delectable meals in an elegant setting—but did you know that they have a private dining room next door? Known as The Keep, the room is complete with its own private lavatory, fully-functioning bar, and lounge area.

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Location: Solaire Resort Entertainment City, Parañaque City

Home to delicious regional Chinese cuisine, Red Lantern is a popular choice for celebratory meals, be it a range of expertly-made dim sum for lunch or a banquet of Peking duck, picks from the live seafood selection, or other festive dishes for dinner. Want some privacy, but still wish to witness the hustle and bustle of the main room? Ask for the glass-encased private room to get the best of both.

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Location: Arnaiz Avenue, Makati City

Often heralded as the gold standard for Japanese food in the Philipines (and rightly so), Tsukiji is well-loved for its exquisite sushi, juicy Wagyu steaks, and most other Japanese specialities you might crave for. As an added plus, the restaurant has a range of private dining rooms, even for parties as small as four.

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Location: Chino Roces Avenue, Makati City

Specialising in luxurious jamón and delectable wine, Txanton offers both fun tastings as well as hearty mains for full-fledged meals. No matter which experience you opt for, their two private rooms make great venues for intimate gatherings.

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Location: Legazpi Village, Makati City

The upscale sister to Bar Pintxos tapas bar, Txoko Asador offers both classic and contemporary takes on Spanish favourites like callos, pan con tomate, patatas bravas, and paella, with a well-curated wine selection to boot. Its private dining room is ideal for intimate get-togethers with a maximum for 14 persons, allowing just enough room to chat with loved ones over a spread of tapas, mains, and must-try desserts to share.

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Location: Hotel Okura Manila, Pasay City

Freshness, simplicity, and the pursuit of perfection are central to the cuisine at Yamazato, Hotel Okura’s signature Japanese restaurant. Elevate your experience further by opting for one of their private rooms, be it their standard rooms or their private teppanyaki rooms if opting for items off the grill.

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