8 Unique Restaurants to Try This Long Weekend

Restaurants have it tough nowadays. Great food and service just doesn’t cut it anymore, especially to the new breed of food lovers. So as a way of drawing them in, restaurants now offer something unique, either through presentation, ambiance or how intagram worthy the place is. And since another long weekend is upon us, why not try dining in one. Either go solo, with your special someone or bring in the whole family and get immersed in a whole new dining experience.

Here are 8 unique restaurants to try this long weekend:

1. Chef Jessie’s 100 Revolving Restaurant

Enjoy a panoramic view as you chow down on an array of timeless signature dishes from Chef Jessie. This exceptional restaurant also offers continental classics as well as an international selection of salads, pastas, sushis and some Filipino-influenced dishes like adobo. Only the outer, carpeted circumferential area of the restaurant revolves. So If you’re the type that easily gets queasy, better seat in the middle. It takes 2 hours to complete one revolution and there are certain signs posted to inform you of what you’re viewing. The place is perfect for special occasions, romantic dates or if you just want to experience dining in lavish fashion.

Must tries: Dragon Maki

                          Chicken Cordon Bleu

                          Baby Back Ribs

Location: 33rd Floor, MDC 100 Building, C5 corner Eastwood Drive, Quezon City

Operating Hours: 11.00am to 11.00pm

2. Blackbird

Located in the heart of Makati City is this contemporary European and Asian restaurant headed by Chef Colin Mackay (of Sala Bistro and People’s Palace). As the name suggests, the place is aviation-themed since it was named after the fastest air-breathing manned aircraft. The restaurant has a maximum capacity of 140 for dinner and 80 for lunch. The 2nd floor can be reserved for private dining for P50,000 + service charge. It can comfortably fit a group of about 12-20 people.

Must tries: Blackbird Burger

                          Beef Short Ribs

                          Pastas

                          Apple Nougatine Tart, Burnt Butter Ice Cream

Location: Nielson Tower, Ayala Triangle, Makati

Contactt Number: 828-4888

3. Movie Stars Cafe

If you’re a movie buff, then you should definitely pay this restaurant a visit. Filled with posters, props and memorabilias from different movies, the place provides the ultimate nostalgia effect to movie fans. As part of their mini-shows and dance numbers, even the employees here dress up in popular movie character costumes.

Must tries: Jackson Five Combo

                          Crispylicious Combo

                          Mari Mar

Location: SM Mall of Asia, Seaside Blvd, Pasay

Contact Number: 550-1234

4. Sunrise Buckets

Hey, dude! Want to experience a surfer’s paradise? From their mock surfboards that’s attached to the ceiling and walls, to their groovy designs, this Hawaiian-themed restaurant will give you the feeling that you’re actually at the beach. Famous for their chicken wings, the dining experience is complimented with songs by Jack Johnson, Bob Marley and other type of music you’d generally associate with the beach.

Must tries: Jack Daniels Wings

                           Honey Mustard Wings

Location: Unit 1 Madison Square, Madison St., Greenhills, San Juan

Contact Number: 447-4411

5. Gerry’s Jeepney

This restaurant epitomizes the loud and vibrant aspect of the country’s most popular mode of commute, the jeepney. The place is adorned with festive banderitas and an actual jeepneys at the back of the restaurant. They serve classic Filipino favorites like grilled foods, sisig, binagoongan and lechon kawali, boodle-fight meals under names like Quiapo and Divisoria.

Must tries: Lechon kawali

                          Sisig

                          Boodle-fight meals

Location: 154 Maginhawa Street, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City

6. NBA Cafe Manila

Want great grub while watching an exciting NBA game? NBA Cafe Manila provides that perfect combo and more! This American Sportsbar has an immense collection of NBA memorabilia plastered all over the place that will leave basketball enthusiasts in awe and food that’s so delicious it’s a perfect swish.

Must tries: Teriyaki braised pulled pork belly sliders,

                           Baby Back Pork Ribs

Location: L5 SM Aura Premier , 26th Street Corner McKinley Parkway and C5 , Bonifacio Global City

7. Red Maple

Red Maple is a café, sit-down restaurant, and a lounge that serves mainly Canadian-inspired dishes. To complement with their vast array of dishes, Red Maple offers a variety of beverages such as coffee, tea, wines and other alcoholic beverages imported from Canada, the Americas and Europe.

Must tries: Cheese Fest

                          Toronto Wings

                          The Whistler

Location: Mezzanine, Cyberscape Beta, Topaz Rd,Ortigas, Pasig

8. El Chupacabra

Ole! If you’re craving for street tacos, barbecue and cheap beer, El Chupacabra is the place to be. This Mexican-American restaurant is flocked by expats and locals looking for a great Mexican food at an affordable price. The place exudes a relaxing hangout vibe epitomized by the open air setup.

Must tries: Chorizo con Papas

                          Carne Asada

Location: 5782 Felipe St. cor. Polaris St., Makati City

Contact Number: 895-1919

There are a lot of ways to take advantage of a long weekend but there’s no better way to replenish your passion and recharge your batteries by going on a food trip. Aside from satisfying your appetite, you have the chance to catch up with important people in your life. And that’s what makes the experience more memorable.