Coffee runs are already a pretty compelling excuse to get out of the house during the weekend, but what if your cafe came with a little something extra to go with your cup of coffee?
From flower shops and art galleries to furniture showrooms, clothing racks, and even bars, these six cafes in Manila prove that sometimes, coffee is just the beginning.
1. Saglit by Flower Ranch
Originally intended to just be a pop-up, Saglit by Flower Ranch is a warmly-lit, cozy cafe and flower shop tucked along one of Poblacion’s quieter streets where you can slow down with a cup of coffee while surrounded by blooming bouquets and an equally vibrant set of people.
Whether you’re there for the caffeine or the flowers (maybe a little bit of both!), Saglit gives you a pretty good reason to pause.
Saglit by Flower Ranch is located at 5936 Gloria, Poblacion, Makati City.
2. Silverlens Den
The usual coffee shops are great, but a cafe inside an actual art gallery? Even better! Silverlens Den, located inside Silverlens Gallery along Chino Roces, gives your usual coffee run a more creative setting with eye-catching pieces of contemporary art scattered all over.
With free Wi-Fi and outlets available, you can comfortably work or study. And when you need a quick break or a little inspiration to get the creative juices flowing, all you have to do is look up from your screen.
Silverlens Den is located at 2263 Chino Roces Avenue Ext., Makati City.
3. ANNEX HOUSE
If your ideal workday ends with a drink instead of another email, then ANNEX HOUSE might be your kind of place. Hidden behind an unassuming gate made of weathered metal roofing along Don Pedro Street, this well-known Poblacion cafe moonlights as a spirited bar once the sun sets.
So finish that deadline, shut your laptop, let the drinks flow, and consider Annex House your office—just with a much better after-hours policy.
ANNEX HOUSE is located at 5638 Don Pedro, Poblacion, Makati City.
4. Bench Coffee Station
Yes, shopping is fun—but after a few rounds of browsing, trying things on, and carrying bags around, you’re bound to work up an appetite. That’s where Bench Coffee Station, a cafe inside the local fashion powerhouse’s One Ayala store, comes in.
When your feet need a break and your stomach a meal, grab a seat and refuel. After all, it’s easier to make stylish choices when your stomach isn’t making all the decisions for you.
Bench Coffee Station is located at the 2F, One Ayala Mall, Ayala Ave, Makati City.
5. Twenty Third Cafe
Twenty Third just might have a case for the cafe with the best interiors in Makati—and there’s a pretty good reason why. Located somewhere in Chino Roces, Twenty Third doubles as a cafe and furniture showroom, giving it an effortlessly stylish interior that might honestly make you forget you ordered coffee.
Settle in with a drink and browse in between your sips. Heads up, though, you might leave with a sudden desire to redecorate.
Twenty Third Cafe is located at the YMC Building, 2320 Chino Roces Ave, Makati City.
6. INT.Bar / EXT.Cafe
Think of INT.Bar / EXT.Cafe as two sides of the same coin. Out front, people are greeted by the bright, easygoing EXT. Cafe—making it perfect for getting work done or hanging out with friends while in Cubao. Step inside INT. Bar, though, and the mood shifts with cocktails, music, and moody lighting now at the forefront.
But this isn’t just a cafe that happens to have a bar inside. With weekly movie nights, DJs spinning, and plenty of drinks to choose from, there’s always something worth checking out.
INT.Bar / EXT.Cafe is located at Cubao Expo, 3 General Romulo Avenue, Cubao, Quezon City.
Who says a cafe visit has to involve coffee? Whether you’re picking out flowers, browsing furniture, building your next OOTD, admiring art, or simply waiting for the bar to open, these spots prove there’s always a little more to explore beyond the cup.
So the next time you’re craving caffeine, why not pick a cafe that gives you another reason to stay?
Frequently Asked Questions
Some cafes in Manila offer experiences beyond coffee, including Saglit by Flower Ranch, Silverlens Den, Annex House Manila, BENCH/Cafe, Twenty Third Cafe, and INT.Bar / EXT.Cafe. Depending on the cafe, you can browse flowers, admire art, shop for clothes or furniture, work, or enjoy cocktails.
Saglit by Flower Ranch in Poblacion combines a cozy cafe with a flower shop, making it a good spot for coffee and fresh blooms in one stop.
Silverlens Den, located inside Silverlens Gallery along Chino Roces, combines a cafe experience with contemporary art. It also has Wi-Fi and outlets, making it suitable for working or studying.
Annex House Manila in Poblacion operates as a cafe during the day and becomes a bar in the evening, making it a spot where you can transition from coffee to cocktails without changing locations.
Yes. BENCH/Cafe is located inside the local fashion brand’s flagship store in BGC, giving shoppers a place to take a break and grab something to eat or drink.
Twenty Third Cafe in Chino Roces doubles as a cafe and furniture showroom. Guests can enjoy their drinks while browsing the stylish interiors and furniture pieces.
