The ultimate celebration of hospitality as we recognise the Top 20 and Best-in-Class awardees in the Philippines’s restaurant scene
Best Restaurants Philippines 2026
Japanese
12/10
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
A notoriosuly popular modern Japanese izakaya that's finally reopened its doors after two years
Italian
A Mano
Makati, Philippines
Authentic yet exciting Italian specialties have turned this restaurant a Metro Manila staple
International
Antonio’s
Tagaytay, Cavite, Philippines
Timeless, refined, and still setting the benchmark after over 20 years in the industry—chef Tonyboy Escalante is not going anywhere
2025 BEST SERVICE
Spanish
Asador Alfonso
Alfonso, Alfonso, Cavite, Philippines
A breathtaking dining destination where chefs Chele González and Rodrigo Osorio showcase the asador
2025 BEST DESIGN
Filipino
Ayà
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
This stylish lounge above Hapag offers contemporary Filipino cuisine with creative twists, stunning skyline views, expertly crafted cocktails, and an impressive wine list
Asian, European
Blackbird at The Nielson Tower
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
A go-to fine dining institution with striking art deco interiors, world-class service, refined international cuisine, and a thorough beverage selection—all within the historic Nielson Tower
Asian
Celera
Makati, Philippines
Chef Nicco Santos and Quenee Vilar present contemporary Southeast Asian flavours through refined technique in an intimate Makati tasting-menu restaurant
2026 BEST NEW RESTAURANT
Chinese
China Blue by Jereme Leung
Pasay City, Pasay, Philippines
Artful, innovative, and undeniably delicious modern Chinese fare in a stylish contemporary establishment
American, Italian
Crosta
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
A humble pizzeria that has risen the ranks with its unbeatable dough, funky iterations, and endless innovation
2025 BEST INNOVATION
Chinese
East Ocean Palace
Parañaque City, Parañaque, Philippines
A go-to for excellent Chinese cuisine among the metro's most discerning epicureans
International
Helm by Josh Boutwood
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
Chef Josh Boutwood lets his imagination run wild at his flagship fine dining destination, where gastronomy and theatre collide
Filipino, Japanese
Iai
Taguig City, Taguig, Philippines
Chef Bruce Ricketts and Jae Pickrell make their much-anticipated return to fine dining, taking their craft to greater heights
2025 BEST NEW RESTAURANT
Filipino
Inatô
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
Chef JP Cruz comes into his own at this intimate restaurant, where global influences converge with Filipino soul
2026 BEST SERVICE2025 RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR
Filipino
Kása Palma
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
Chef Aaron Isip showcases tropical, locally inspired dishes, blending French techniques with Southeast Asian and Latin flavours in a Filipino wabi-sabi setting
International
Medusa at The Palace
BGC, Taguig, Philippines
A theatrical BGC dining lounge where dramatic interiors, inventive cocktails, and late-night energy create an atmosphere of seductive mystery
2026 BEST DESIGN
Filipino
Metiz
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
Chef Stephan Duhesme champions Filipino ingredients and local producers through modern dishes grounded in memories of regional flavours
Japanese
Mōdan
Quezon City, Philippines
Chef Jorge Mendez presents a briliant, highly personal modern Japanese tasting menu like no other
Filipino
Toyo Eatery
Makati City, Makati, Philippines
Chef Jordy Navarra's modern Filipino restaurant that has become pivotal in pushing the envelope of our nation's cuisine
2026 RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR
