Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, and love is brewing in the air! In the list of romantic date ideas, a coffee date takes the top spot. Why? You get to enjoy your favorite drink with your date, the setting is relaxed and perfect for conversation, and it leaves you with more time to make the most of the special day. Here are our top ten picks for the most romantic coffee date spots in the Philippines, whether you want to see what the city has to offer or take a roadtrip adventure outside the metro!
1. Baristart Coffee
If you love your lattes, then Baristart Coffee is right up your alley! At this Hokkaido-based cafe, the milk is the star of the show. Their premium milk is sourced from brown Jersey cows in Hokkaido, which produce milk that is known to be rich in flavor with a mild taste of vanilla. We suggest dropping by for an afternoon coffee date, then capping it off with Hokkaido soft serve for two as you explore the city.
Visit Baristart Coffee at Unit 5 GF Meridien Tower Two, 1201, 26th St, Taguig.
2. Jungle Base Coffee
Nature lovers don’t need to travel far to enjoy some delicious coffee al fresco. Just an hour and a half away from the capital, Jungle Base Coffee is located in a compound where you can pretty much do everything with your date: go to the gym, play tennis, drink coffee, wind down at the bar, and even visit their mini zoo. If you’re lucky, you might even catch events like bazaars and live performances to make the day even more memorable.
Visit Jungle Base Coffee at MacArthur Highway, cor. Marlboro, San Fernando, Pampanga.
3. Cooper's Coffee Haus
Cooper’s Coffee Haus: a name we’ve heard on everyone’s lips. And for good reason! The coffee shop is branching out faster than ever since it first opened in 2022, and it’s thanks to their consistently excellent food and coffee. We recommend visiting their branch at Westgate, Alabang to start off your date with some coffee and pastries, then dial up the romance at Hai Chix & Steaks next door with some delicious steak and wine.
Visit Cooper’s Coffee Haus at:
- Westgate Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa City
- Estancia (Inside Hai Chix & Steaks), G/F Estancia Mall, Capitol Commons, Pasig City
- Ortigas Technopointe (Inside Hai Chix & Steaks), G/F Technopointe One, Pasig City
- FilOil EcoOil Centre, Col. Bonny Serrano Ave., San Juan City
- EcoOil EDSA Southbound, Across White Plains Ave., Mandaluyong City
- Bonifacio High Street (Inside Hai Chix & Steaks), 7th Ave., Central Square, BGC Taguig
- 2/F One Ayala, Ayala Avenue, Makati City
4. Sourdough Cafe Deli
If your date is going exceptionally well, then you definitely wouldn’t want it to end. Sourdough Cafe Deli, a cozy spot in Tomas Morato, is the perfect spot to hang out all day. Start your morning with a Spanish Latte and a selection from their brunch menu, then keep the conversation going into the night with unlimited Sangria and a bite of their delicious risotto.
Visit Sourdough Cafe at JSB Bldg, Tomas Morato in Quezon City, 2/F Proscenium Rockwell, and Mayfair Mansion, Legaspi Village in Makati.
5. ITO KISH DESIGN FOOD
For a more down-to-earth vibe, ITO KISH DESIGN FOOD in Salcedo Village will set the tone. It features a more low-key yet sophisticated interior, surrounded by green foliage. The cafe is conceptualized by the renowned furniture designer from San Pablo, Laguna. The menu is an ode to his childhood in the province, with sentimentally named drinks like Nanay Sisang, Mojicap, and Pandin.
Visit ITO KISH DESIGN FOOD at 1120 JP Rizal Avenue, Makati.
6. Moon Cafe
Want to enjoy a coffee date not too far out the metro? Visit Moon Cafe, which is just an hour and a half drive away from the city. It’s bright and spacious, giving you enough privacy to enjoy intimate conversations with your date. Oh, they’re pet-friendly too, just in case you want your furry friend to join in on the special occasion.
Visit Moon Cafe at Moon Cafe Bldg. Madeira St. Riverside Subdivision, Angeles City, Pampanga.
7. Velvet Bean
Plan a Galentine’s Day roadtrip all the way to Zambales! Round up the girls for a fun day out in the sun, and stop by this cafe with platters perfect for sharing. They also serve fresh local and Hokkaido oysters—how can you possibly say no to that?
Visit Velvet Bean at Lot B, Waterfront Road, Corner Rojas St. Subic Bay Freeport Zone, Olongapo, 2200 Zambales.
Spotted in Plain Sight
If you’ve been loving Plain Sight Coffee at home, experience it brewed in exciting new ways when you visit these cafes!
Looking for a new specialty coffee shop to visit? Check out Cafes in Plain Sight, our coffee table book made in collaboration with content creator Den Ocampo. Or if you’re starting a coffee shop of your own, serve your best brews at the counter with freshly roasted beans from Plain Sight.
Stay tuned for more coffee shop recommendations across the Philippines!
