THE BEST Bars and Nightlife in Manila

From hidden speakeasies to rooftop lounges — explore the best bars and nightlife in Manila with curated picks, local tips, and free itinerary planning tools.

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🍸 Bars and Nightlife in Manila

  • The Curator — A speakeasy-style cocktail bar hidden behind a coffee shop, acclaimed for its drinks.
  • Bank Bar — A hidden cocktail bar behind a 7-Eleven with a sophisticated drinks menu.
  • Finders Keepers — A bar and live-music venue with a relaxed, artsy vibe.
  • Z Hostel Rooftop — A rooftop bar with panoramic city views and a young backpacker crowd.
  • The O2 Bar — A small, intimate cocktail bar in Poblacion with creative drinks.
  • Exit Bar — A hip bar in Makati with a focus on craft cocktails and music.
  • ABV — A cocktail bar and academy serving classic and experimental drinks.
  • The Blind Pig — A speakeasy-style bar with a hidden entrance and craft cocktails.
  • Buddha-Bar Manila — An upscale bar and restaurant with Asian-fusion food and lounge music.
  • The Bayleaf Intramuros bar — A rooftop bar in Intramuros with views of the walled city.
  • Bistro Remedios bar — A Filipino restaurant bar in Malate with traditional dishes and drinks.
  • Nectar Nightclub — A high-end nightclub in Bonifacio Global City with DJs and bottle service.
  • The Island — A beach-themed rooftop bar in BGC with daybeds and cocktails.
  • Yes Please — A lively bar and club with themed nights and a party crowd.
  • Draft Gastropub — A sports bar and gastropub with craft beers and Filipino bar food.
  • The Pastry Armoire — A dessert and cocktail bar with sweet treats and drinks.
  • The A Venue — A bar and event space in Makati with live music and DJs.
  • The Belle and Dragon — A British pub with a large beer selection and pub grub.
  • Makati Pub Crawl — A guided bar-hopping night through Poblacion and nearby areas.

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