Unit 2131 Northwing @nd Floor Entertainment Hall, Mall of Asia, Pasay City

Telephone: 632 5560765 / 632 9013243

Marriott Hotel Manila. 10 Newport Boulevard, Newport City Complex, Pasay City

Telephone: 632 9989992

Manila is the best city in Philippines for tourists and is famous all over the world because of its beauty and its nightclubs, bars and restaurants. Here are the top 10 restaurants of Manila.

Lolo Dad’s

Lolo Dad’s is the best restaurant in Manila. It is a favorite not just among locals but within the foodie critics. Their menu includes tapas, steaks, pasta and pizzas.

Inagiku

For the best Japanese food in Manila, head to Inagiku at Makati Shangri-La. Their bestsellers are grilled flatfish, blue fin tuna belly, teppanyaki live lobster and soft hell crab. After a hearty meal, you can have a taste of their home made ice cream with red bean, wasabi and green tea flavors.

Abe

Abe can be found in most of malls in Manila. The restaurant mainly serves Filipino and regional dishes.

22 Prime

22 Prime is THE steakhouse not just in Ortigas, but also in Manila. It offers meals that include a slab of steak, soup and salad every Tuesdays and Fridays. There’s also the wine and cheese buffet every Tuesday.

Santi’s Delicatessen

Known for its imported sausages and cheese, Santi’s is also a good place to hang out in with their selection of wines and cheese from all over the world.

Cav Wine Bar and Bistro

Another great place to hang out, Cav Wine Bar and Bistro is located in Bonifacio High Street. Its wine vendo is popular among the regulars that allows you to sample wines shipped from almost anywhere.

Shang Palace

Shang Palace is Makati Shangri-La’s Chinese restaurant that offers authentic Cantonese dishes. Its interiors are grand, which reminds you of imperial palaces in China.

Paparazzi

Paparazzi is one of the restaurants that grace Edsa-Shangrila hotel. It offers classic pasta dishes for lunch and dinner. The place is cozy and is perfect for gatherings or a casual meal.

Spiral

Spiral’s extensive buffet is a favorite among locals. It has become a staple in Sofitel Manila since it opened few years back.

Cibo

Cibo is the best place to go if you’re craving for fine Italian food that do not go with steep prices as compared to the hotels in the city.

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A complex composed of a modern tower and an American period mansion. The lobby, bar and restaurant is located in the old mansion while the rooms are located in the modern tower. Breakfast is served on a terrace overlooking Manila Bay

Telephone: 523 9870

Conveniently located near the airport and main roads.

Telephone: 831 87 11

Formerly called Westin Philippine Plaza, the Sofitel in Manila is located right beside the bay. Amenities include tennis courts, a small golf course and a swimming pool lagoon with bar. Rooms are modern and luxurious.

Telephone: 551 5555

A Japanese affiliated hotel that has well-appointed rooms. Luxury and comfort is its main selling point.

Telephone: 528 8888

A hotel run by the Shangri-La group. Service is almost legendary.

Telephone: 523 7011

What started as an event in Sydney, Australia is now a global movement. Last year nations all round the world heeded the call to switch-off lights against global warming. This year, let’s make it bigger. Now is another chance to make a difference. Tell your friends to take part in Earth Hour 2009 by switching off lights for an hour on March 28, 2009 Saturday from 830 PM to 930 PM. With the meeting of world leaders in December 2009 in Copenhagen this action will send a strong message on tackling climate change issues. For more information please visit the Earth Hour website here.