Where to Eat in Tagaytay: 10 Must-Try Tagaytay Restaurants
There's more to this city than its signature bulalo!
There’s just something about being in Tagaytay. The city continues to beckon, inviting you to take a much-deserved pause and seek solace from the hustle and bustle of daily life. With the breathtaking views of Taal Lake as the perfect backdrop for your quick getaway or leisurely stay, what more can you ask for?
Ahh, yes. A steaming serving of bulalo. Talk about warmth and comfort in a bowl. This Tagaytay signature dish and more soul-soothing dishes are enough reasons to make the trip to Tagaytay.
From casual cafes that offer local delicacies to upscale restaurants that afford you a taste of international flavors, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to where to eat in Tagaytay.
Here are the best restaurants to try in Tagaytay:
Antonio's
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, (Lunch) 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m (Dinner) 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. / Closed on Mondays
Note: Reservations are required for lunch and dinner. They implement a smart casual dress code.
A list of must-visit dining places in Tagaytay will not be complete without Antonio’s. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, going on a romantic date, or just simply enjoying a meal with loved ones, your fine-dining experience at this colonial-era mansion promises to be one for the books. After all, Antonio’s knows too well that every little detail counts — the elegant ambiance, the warm service, the food that’s so good it feels like your soul is smiling at every bite.
Address: Purok 138 Barangay Neogan, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09178992866.
Pet-friendly? Yes, they welcome well-behaved small- and medium-sized pets that are vaccinated, leashed, and attended to at all times.
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180 by Chef Sau
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Celebrity chef Sau Del Rosario brings his culinary expertise and artistry to Tagaytay via this fine-dining gem that got its name from the stunning 180-degree panoramic view of Taal Lake and Taal Volcano as well as the temperature at which the dishes are cooked. 180 by Chef Sau’s menu consists of elevated dishes of modern Filipino and Mediterranean cuisine, including Fried Tawilis on Pan con Tomato, Squid Ink Paella with Seafood, Chef’s Special Cochinillo, and Pulpo With Chorizo, Garlic, and Potatoes — all of which reflect Chef Sau’s impressive take on elevated dining.
Address: Labak ng Sungay, Sungay North, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09176200289.
Pet-friendly? Yes, there’s an allocated area for pets and they can customize food for your pets if you let them know in advance.
Sinta
Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. / Closed on Mondays
At this culinary haven in Tagaytay, every dish is an obra maestra — much like the art pieces that adorn its walls. Entering Sinta is akin to stepping into an immersive gallery that engages all your senses and feeds both your body and soul. The food is carefully curated and meticulously made just like the artworks on display. This is all thanks to the vision of Chef Ariel Manuel, who wanted diners to experience a holistic dining experience.
Address: 5385 Mystic Hills , Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09624533570.
Pet-friendly? Yes
Bag of Beans
Operating Hours:
- MAIN BRANCH: Monday to Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Friday to Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- CHARITO BRANCH: Monday to Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Friday to Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- ATHENA BRANCH: Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Saturday & Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- ANTONIO & CHARITO BRANCH: Monday to Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Saturday & Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
- SUMMIT BRANCH: Monday to Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. / Saturday & Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
As one of the most iconic and popular restaurants in Tagaytay, Bag of Beans has played a key role in the culinary scene of Tagaytay. Through the years, it’s become the go-to dining place for residents to celebrate important family occasions and visitors looking to have a taste of the local flavor. For them, Bag of Beans is more than just a cafe and restaurant; it’s a place filled with beautiful memories and every visit is like a reunion with the past.
Address:
- MAIN BRANCH: 115 Aguinaldo Highway, Tagaytay City
- CHARITO BRANCH: 150 Emilio Aguinaldo Hwy, Tagaytay City
- ATHENA BRANCH: 1215 Gen. E, Aguinaldo Hwy, Tagaytay City
- ANTONIO & CHARITO BRANCH: Tagaytay - Nasugbu Hwy, Tagaytay City
- SUMMIT BRANCH: Ground Floor, Robinsons Summit Ridge, Tagaytay - Nasugbu Hwy, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09178666169.
Pet-friendly? Yes, fully-vaccinated pets are allowed.
Binulo
Operating Hours: Monday to Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Friday & Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. / Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
The rich flavors of Pampanga, often hailed as the culinary capital of the Philippines, comes to life with every dish served in Binulo. Diners get to experience authentic Capampangan cuisine via the restaurant’s Bulo Specialties, which are made using a traditional method inspired by the indigenous Aetas where food is cooked inside a fresh bamboo stalk called bulo. These include Pangat Na Ulang (river prawns in sour lemongrass broth), Sabo Camatis (pork sinigang in tomato broth), and Sinampalukang Manok (chicken in tamarind soup).
Address: Station House Tagaytay, Silang Junction South, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09058418515.
Pet-friendly? Yes, but pets are requested to be kept on a leash
Samira
Operating Hours: Daily, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
A symphony of flavors is what you can expect from a meal at Samira by Chef Chele González. As the in-house restaurant of Anya Resort Tagaytay, Samira has been delighting guests with dishes inspired by the flavors of the world, particularly Spain, where Chef Chele hails from. The 6-course set menu as well as the signature Grilled Experience all help to make your dining experience at Samira an unforgettable one.
Address: Anya Resort, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09989553630.
Pet-friendly? Yes
Pamana
Operating Hours: Daily, 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Every meal at Pamana is a celebration of the power of family and the magic of home-cooked food. The menu — featuring precious recipes from family and friends of chef-owner Happy Ongpauco Tiu — looks like a family heirloom. Being at Pamana also gives off the same vibe as dining in an ancestral home while enjoying familiar favorites Kare-Kare and Crispy Adobong Pusit Calamares.
Address: Aguinaldo Hwy, Crossing Silang East, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09273236513.
Pet-friendly? No
Farmer's Table
Operating Hours: Daily, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Join the celebration of the locavore philosophy at Farmer’s Table Tagaytay and learn more about how eating food grown or produced locally has a profound impact on the environment and the community. In its commitment to serve the freshest ingredients, Farmer’s Table invites diners to have a deeper connection to their food for a more personal dining experience. Try the restaurant’s Farm House specials Tofu Sisig, Giant Pork Belly, and Crispy Binagoongan.
Address: Nurture Wellness Village, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09609283142.
Pet-friendly? Yes
The Highlander Steakhouse
Operating Hours: Wednesday to Thursday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. / Friday to Saturday & Holidays, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
(The Highlander Steakhouse at the Peak) Friday to Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. / Sunday, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Steak and scenery make for a great combination — so it doesn’t come as a surprise that The Highlander Steakhouse is one of the favorite destinations for those who want to enjoy perfectly cooked steak with nature as the backdrop. Tagaytay Highlands’ premier restaurant also has the finest wines to enhance or balance the rich flavors of the meat. Now imagine enjoying all these inside a rustic log cabin, and this easily becomes one of your most memorable dining experiences.
Address: Tagaytay Highlands, Tagaytay City
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09176250421.
Greenhouse Cafe Tagaytay
Operating Hours: Daily, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Plantitos and plantitas, rejoice! A greenhouse that doubles as a cafe and restaurant sounds like paradise to you. Imagine sipping bulalo while surrounded by the lush greenery of a greenhouse — you can do this and more at Greenhouse Cafe Tagaytay! What are you waiting for?
Address: Enrile St., Tagaytay City, Philippines
Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09614474530.
Pet-friendly? Yes
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