Southbank Cafe + Lounge
To visit Southbank Cafe + Lounge is to revel in good food, coffee, and booze. It takes inspiration from the vibrant gastronomic scene of Melbourne, infuses it with Asian influences, and delights with a bright orchestration of flavors in one place that smoothly transitions from a homey café in the morning to a cool speakeasy bar at night. Beyond its moody interiors and excellent service, the food and drink spot's beautifully thought-out menu gives it a sense of place—with offerings stretching from all-day breakfast meals and international mains to timeless cocktails and bespoke creations.
Each menu item is handled with precision and care, but Southbank manages to make the entire experience enjoyable for all. It’s evident in drinks like Strawyo Haze that combines strawberry vanilla yogurt distillate with soda water and tonic water, Frambooze served with potato crackers and raspberry caviar, and Ramen Not Ramen made with peanut butter-washed Japanese whisky and chili oil for the adventurous. It came as no surprise that Southbank made it to the World’s 50 Best Discovery and Asia’s Best Bars lists in 2024.
Southbank Cafe + Lounge is available in Muntinlupa, Pasig, Bonifacio Global City, and at www.southbankcafelounge.com. They're open from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. from Sundays to Wednesdays and 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. from Thursdays to Saturdays.
Price range: P360-P1,200 for small plates and mains; P170-P280 for coffee; average of P600 per cocktail