Stay-at-home fatigue is real and we can't help but day dream of days when we can travel again. If you're building your post-pandemic travel bucket list or looking for places not too far from the Metro where you can get some fresh air and sunshine, we list cafés in Rizal that have scenic al fresco dining areas, stunning views of nature and the surrounding city, or both. They're perfect for watching the sunset with a date by your side!
These stunning cafés in Rizal offer breathtaking views of nature:
Café Rizal by Peppermill
Pinto Art Museum is known for its Instagram-worthy space and diverse collection of art works—and their in-house café is just as gorgeous. It has huge windows that overlook the greeneries outside and let lots of sunlight in. You can also opt to sit at the outdoor dining area where there's a better view of their garden.
Pinto Art Museum is on Sierra Madre Street, Antipolo City, Rizal.
Kaulayaw Coffee
Kaulayaw Coffee overlooks a mix of natural landscapes and the urban jungle that is Metro Manila. It's a great spot to head to if you're planning to dine in the late afternoon or early evening because you'll get a beautiful view of the sunset and you'll see the city lights of Metro Manila (sans the pollution). And what's a great view without great food? They have local coffee beans like Sagada, Benguet, and their own blend called Kaulayaw. You can pair it with their Makisig toast, which is made with sourdough bread topped with egg, beef tapa, red radish, spinach sauce, dill, a bit of salt and pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
Kaulayaw Café is at 23 Sumulong Highway, Santa Cruz, Antipolo City, Rizal.
Tahanan Bistro
Tahanan Bistro in Antipolo is built from salvaged wood from old houses and bridges around the Philippines. This casual fine dining restaurant serves five-course set menus with dishes and desserts that highlight Philippine produce. The Mayon menu includes Rellenong Pusit that's made with aligue-battered calamari, Danggit with quinoa and greens, and Binagoongan with served with greek yogurt, baba ganoush, and flatbread. For dessert, the set menu includes a seasonal fresh popsicle and Bibingka that's topped with muscovado and fish sauce caramel plus a scoop of vanilla ice cream made with carabao's milk. You can pair it with their selection of brewed coffee, iced teas, and smoothies.
Tahanan Bistro is at 22 Loresville Drive, Lores Farm Subdivision, Antipolo City, Rizal. You can book a reservation through their website.
Café Katerina
Dining above the clouds? You don't have to go all the way to Sagada for that! Café Katerina offers a breathtaking view of the mountains and if luck is on your side, you'll get to see a sea of clouds right below you, too! For those making a road trip to Quezon or anywhere along the Marilaque Road (Marcos Highway or the Marikina-Infanta Highway), this is a great stopover to grab a filling meal and a cup of coffee and enjoy the view while you're at it. They serve homecooked meals like bulalo, which is the perfect comfort dish for when it gets a little chilly out.
Cafe Katerina is at Marilaque Highway, Tanay, Rizal.
Lutong Pugon
Lutong Pugon is a secret restaurant that's right beside the home and studio of local artist Jun Tiongco and they serve delicious pizza hot out of the oven. The dining area is separated into two parts, one of which is a semi-closed area and the other is a dome-like structure made of bamboo poles. While you're there, try their Gourmet Gambaretto Pizza with juicy prawns, olives, garlicky pesto, basil, and tender chicken chunks. If you want something meatier, go for their Gourmet Pepperoni Pizza that's topped with pulled pork.
Lutong Pugon Tiongco's Garden is at Masalat Road, Sitio Masanting, Tanay, Rizal.
Burrow Café at Antipolo Beehouse
Burrow Café is a popular dining spots in Rizal known for its underground restaurant-slash-cafe that's built around lush greenery. While you're sipping your favorite cup of coffee, you can pair it with their bestselling dishes like the Caldereta Short Ribs, Salmon Crabfat Emulsion Barley, and Sourdough Pizza. And after you've had your fill, you can chill by the hammocks!
Burrow Cafe is located at Beverly Hills Drive, Taytay, Rizal.
ArtSector Gallery & Chimney Café 360
ArtSector Gallery & Chimney Café 360 is an Instagram-worthy dining spot in Rizal known for their (you guessed it) 360-degree view of the surrounding area, composed of mountains and the Laguna de Bay landscape. If you plan on visiting late in the afternoon, you'll be treated with an amazing sunset followed by the twinkling city lights of Metro Manila. The café was designed by by Antonio "Tony" Leaños, who is also behind the Pinto Art Museum's stunning aesthetic.
ArtSector Gallery & Chimney Café 360 is at Block 178 Eastridge Avenue, Binangonan, Rizal.
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