7 best vegan restaurants and cafes in Metro Manila – where to eat healthy plant-based and vegetarian food in the capital region of the Philippines
Filipino food might not have a reputation for being vegan or veggie-friendly – but we ate our way through Makati City, Quezon City and San Juan to compile this foolproof guide to plant-based dining
Getting a taste of the local cuisine is a must when travelling, but it’s not always easy when you’re on a vegan diet. But when it comes to the capital of Philippines, fear not – Metro Manila is home to a tonne of plant-friendly restaurants and cafes.
Cosmic
A vegan restaurant and cafe in one, Cosmic boasts not only delicious and creative cuisine, but also a cosy atmosphere with wooden and bamboo furnishings. Poblacion’s hidden gem exudes a homey ambience while you enjoy your plant-based dishes. From their signature Italian lasagne to their vegan enchilitos, you’ll never get enough of their must-try food.
P. Burgos Street cor. General Luna Street, Poblacion, Makati City
Green Bar
You’re in for mix and match meals at Green Bar in Legazpi Village, where you can build your own bowl of greens mixed with protein and grains of your choice. The menu offers a variety of vegan wraps, burritos, sandwiches, and flatbreads. If you opt to skip to dessert, some sweet stand-outs are their Chocolate Hill Cupcake, doughnut Ice Cream Sandwich, and Havana Cupcake.
Greenbelt Rossendale Condominium, Legazpi Village, Makati City
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