Looking for the best coffee shops and bar crawl spots in Poblacion, Makati?
Whether you want to start your day with a perfectly brewed cup of coffee or are planning a night out filled with beer, wine or craft cocktails, Poblacion has become one of Metro Manila’s top destinations for café hopping and nightlife.
The downtown district of Makati is known for its mix of hidden speakeasies, rooftop bars, third-wave coffee shops and budget-friendly neighborhood establishments, making it ideal for early risers and night owls.
Here are just a few must-visit cafés and bars in Poblacion operating as of June 2025 perfect for your coffee crawls or bar-hopping adventures in Makati.
Annex House
A hidden community café and boutique with signature brews like Ube Latte, Biko Latte, Leche Flan Latte and cocktails. It’s work-friendly during the day, but the space also transforms into a bar at night. Read my full Coffee Run feature on Top Gear here.
5638 Don Pedro Street, Poblacion, Makati
Bolo Coffee Club
A Hong Kong-inspired café-bar that offers good coffee, pastries, and cocktails.
Unit 201 General Luna Bldg. , Poblacion, Makati
Insular Bakery
The oldest bakery in Makati with nostalgic old-school interiors. They sell a range of freshly baked bread and iced coffee at a fraction of the cost of most other cafes.
5051 P Burgos Street, Poblacion, Makati
Fresh Roaster Coffee Tonya
An On-demand coffee roaster serving 50+ global beans. They mostly sell coffee beans and equipment but also serve beer from Pivo Praha here.
4970 P. Guanzon, Poblacion, Makati
Good Sh*t Coffee
A bike-friendly coffee shop that serves fresh pastries and bread like Guava Cheese Rolls and cookies to pair with quality brews.
5872 Enriquez Street, Poblacion, Makati
El Chupacabra
A classic Poblacion joint that serves great street tacos and BBQ to pair with beer. Plant-based/vegan options available.
5872 Felipe Street, Poblacion, Makati
Filling Station Bar and Cafe
Neon-lit American-themed diner packed with 1950s memorabilia. They serve hearty diner comfort food, including coffee a have a full bar serving wine and beer options.
5012 P. Burgos Ave. Brgy Poblacion, Makati
Nolita Joe’s
Casual pizza bar that serves New York-style pizza by the slice with premium toppicngs and local craft beer on tap from Joe’s Brew.
5666 Don Pedro Street, Poblacion, Makati
Dr. Wine
Elegant and classy rooftop bar with an amazing ambiance and view. They serve mainly wine and international beers.
5921, Algier Street, Poblacion, Makati
Japonesa
Serves Japanese-Peruvian fusion cuisine and drinks. Bestsellers include the Peruvian Style Roast Chicken, Kushiyaki, Omakase and cocktails.
5658 Don. Pedro Street corner Jacobo, Poblacion, Makati
Gnostic
The first vegan and non-alcoholic (dry) bar and cafe in the country. They serve non-alcoholic cocktails, alcohol-free beer, kombucha and snacks like Sea-charon with vegan salted egg.
4F 4980 P. Guanzon, Poblacion, Makati (same building as Cosmic)
Alamat Filipino Cuisine
Gastropub serving Filipino cuisine with a twist and a good range of Filipino craft beers, cocktails and more.
2F 5666 Don Pedro Street, Poblacion, Makati
The Spirits Library
Cocktail bar packed with rare bottles, books and bar paraphernalia with an indoor balcony overlooking the bar.
4963 Guerrero Street, Poblacion, Makati
There are a lot more places, but I narrowed this list down to those I’ve personally visited and checked out and have original photos of just to show what’s new and still around in the area. Check out my gallery with more photos on Facebook:
If Poblacion is your neighborhood, let me know what other classic or new spots I missed that we should visit in the area next time.
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