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7 Fancy Restaurants in Makati That Are Open On Christmas Day
Make your Christmas dinner even more excellent at these restaurants in Makati!
By: Patricia Marie Prado | October 01, 2022
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Enjoy your Christmas feast at these restaurants in Makati!
Images: Blackbird (L); Unsplash (R)
Christmas Day is always an exciting and important day for every Filipino. We get to see relatives and even old friends that we haven’t seen in a long while, plus we get gifts, too! It’s a special occasion all around, so this coming Christmas Day, instead of staying indoors and eating reheated noche buena (traditional Filipino Christmas eve dinner), why not eat out with your family or friends?
Since Makati City houses some of the best restaurants in the metro, we listed seven restaurants in Makati that are open on Christmas Day. Read on and check where you can best hold your Yuletide celebration.
1. Blackbird
Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Price Range: PhP3,100 for two
Enjoy Blackbird’s Phad Thank Goong on Christmas Day.
Images: Blackbird at the Nielson Tower Facebook page
Located at the Nielson Tower in Ayala Triangle, Blackbird is an elegant spot where you and your loved ones can indulge in good food. The restaurant was actually an old airport that was transformed into a swanky and sophisticated dining spot while retaining the art deco style. Because of its history, owner Chef Collin Mackay decided to make traveling the inspiration for the dishes as well, so you’ll find yourself eating your way from Asia to Europe with Blackbird’s vast array of dishes. Some must-tries for Christmas dinner in this Makati restaurant include the Prawn Scotch Egg (PhP280), The Blackbird Burger (PhP760), and Phad Thai Goong (PhP520).
The restaurant has its own parking space but can only accommodate eight vehicles. If there’s no more space, you can also park your car at Gabriela Silang Carpark.
How to get there: From MRT Ayala Station, ride a jeepney with a “Makati Loop” sign and ask to be dropped off at Manila Peninsula. Then, walk towards Nielson Tower.
2. Mendokoro Ramenba
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Price Range: PhP1,000 for two
Heat up the holiday season with Mendokoro Ramenba’s select choice of ramen.
Images: Mendokoro Ramenba Facebook page
To warm up on Christmas Day, why not eat at Mendokoro Ramenba? This restaurant in Makati is a favorite place for ramen lovers because of its unique dining setup and menu. It offers only a choice of ramen and a couple of other items like gyoza (dumpling filled with minced stuffing), tamago (Japanese omelet), and nothing more. The restaurant only serves 21 diners at a time at its U-shaped ramen bar. It is recommended to visit early as lines tend to form. Choose among choices of Shio (PhP430), Shoyu (PhP460), Ebi Tonkotsu (PhP640), or Miso (PhP510) ramen. Mendokoro Ramenba also offers soba (buckwheat noodles) and tsukumen (dipping ramen).
Mendokoro Ramenba has its own parking space in front.
How to get there: From MRT Buendia station, walk towards McDonald’s and ride a jeepney with a “Washington – Bel-Air” sign. Get off at Makati Avenue at Petron gasoline station and walk towards Pacific Star Building. Walk straight ahead until you see Banco de Oro (BDO) along Dela Costa Street. From there, walk towards V. Corporate Building until you see Mendokoro Ramenba.
3. Caruso Ristorante Italiano
Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Price Range: PhP2,500 for two
Level up your Italian experience at Caruso Ristorante Italiano with their Spaghetti Positano con Gamberoni.
Images: Caruso Ristorante Italiano’s Facebook page
After feasting on Filipino food for noche buena, why not transport to Italy on Christmas Day? Caruso Ristorante Italiano in Makati is the home of authentic Italian cooking. How authentic? Well, just ask the two Italian owners, Emilio Mina and Dario Gardini, how original it is. To truly experience an Italian feast at Caruso, try the Bucatini Alla Amatriciana (PhP620) or the Spaghetti Positano con Gamberoni (PhP1,250). Make sure to end your meal with Caruso’s signature Panna Cotta (PhP430).
Caruso Ristorante Italiano has its own parking space in front.
How to get there: From LRT Gil Puyat station, ride a jeepney to Guadalupe. Get off at Mapua University, walk towards Reposo Street, and cross Jupiter Street. Walk until you reach Caruso Ristorante Italiano.
If riding the MRT, drop off at Buendia Station, walk towards McDonald’s and ride a jeepney with a “Washington – Bel-Air” sign. Get off at Reposo Street and follow the exact directions above until you reach Caruso.
4. TWG Tea Salon & Boutique
Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Price Range: PhP1,600 for two
Pair your favorite tea at TWG with their sweet macarons or savory eggs Benedict.
Images: TWG Tea Salon & Boutique at Greenbelt 5 Mall Facebook page (L); @lndzyp (R)
Originally from Singapore, TWG Tea Salon and Boutique in Greenbelt is home to some of the finest tea choices from all over the world. You can choose from hundreds of tea options and pair them with TWG’s macarons (PhP55 each). To make it easier, you can select a country, and the staff will make recommendations based on that. Aside from teas, this restaurant in Makati also has various food offerings. You can try their Eggs Benedict (PhP420) for a light meal to partner with your tea or their Wagyu Burger (PhP770) to fill your belly.
Parking spaces inside the mall are available.
How to get there: From MRT Ayala station, walk towards Greenbelt 5.
5. Rambla
Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Price Range: PhP1,800
Peek at the open kitchen and see Rambla’s chef prepare delicate dishes such as the Spherical Olive.
Images: Rambla’s Facebook page
Craving for something Spanish for noche buena? Rambla in Rockwell will take care of your hankering since they offer food delivery and dine-in services. Named after a street in Barcelona, Rambla serves a mix of Spanish and Mediterranean cuisines that will please those who want to taste something different. You can try Spherical Olives (PhP60/pc)—a ball of pureed olives served in a jar of extra virgin olive oil—which is also a favorite appetizer due to its unique presentation.
Parking spaces inside the mall are available.
How to get there: From MRT Guadalupe Station, ride the jeepney to L. Guinto and drop off at Rockwell Mall, where Rambla is located.
6. Chateau 1771
Operating Hours:
Monday to Thursday, 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Friday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Price Range: PhP3,000 for two
Chateau 1771’s Vanilla Brick Spring Chicken makes for a great Christmas meal.
Images: The Chateau 1771’s Facebook page
An old favorite, Chateau 1771, is a popular destination for those who hunger for a taste of French cuisine. Its intimate setup makes for a comfortable place to reminisce and catch up with your family or friends. On Christmas, the area will not be open until 12 noon, thus giving you ample time to enjoy afternoon tea or an early Christmas dinner in Makati. Chateau 1771 also offers a selection of good wine, perfect for those who want to indulge in the holidays. For the whole experience, order Chateau’s main dishes, Lamb Shank Greek Style (PhP1,100) or Beef Salpicao (PhP1,200).
Parking areas inside the mall are available.
How to get there: Follow the directions previously given for TWG Tea Salon & Boutique.
7. Hogs & Cattle Steakhouse
Price Range: PhP2,000 for two
Steaks will keep coming even if it isn’t Christmas at Hogs & Cattle Steakhouse.
Hogs & Cattle Steakhouse’s Facebook Page (L); @eatsyouandme (R)
What else can match the excitement of Christmas Day other than the idea of unlimited wagyu steak? For PhP899, Hogs & Cattle Steakhouse will treat you to unlimited wagyu steak plus various sides according to your liking. But the best part is that their unlimited wagyu steak promo is available throughout the year, even when it’s not Christmas.
If you’re not into unlimited meats, the restaurant also has à la carte items on its menu. Veer away from beef and try the Country Chicken Quarter (PhP250) or Pan-seared Salmon (PhP399).
July 2022 Update: Hogs & Cattle Steakhouse is permanently closed.
This Christmas, spend more time with your family and friends and less time prepping food in the kitchen. So go on, explore these restaurants and make memories! Tell us which of these restaurants you will be celebrating in.
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This article was initially published in Yoorekka on October 04, 2017.
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About Patricia Marie Prado
Patricia came from the field of business and accounting but is now pursuing her dreams of being a writer. She is a self-confessed introvert and is passionate about reading, travelling, writing, movies, coffee and God. When she's not writing, she loves discovering new coffee shops/cafe and doing TV-series marathons.
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