10 Fine-Dining Restaurants in BGC

These dining spots are worth the splurge.

left: assortment of bestsellers from Bistrot Le Coucou; right: Dry-Aged Tomahawk Steak from l'opera ristorante
PHOTO BY Facebook/ Bistrot Le Coucou (left); Facebook/ L'Opera Ristorante (right)

(SPOT.ph) There's a reason we turn to fine dining to celebrate special occassions time and time again. Fine-dining restaurants engage the taste buds with dishes that wow—the result of using high-quality ingredients and a variety of cooking techniques, coupled with the kitchen team's creativity and vision. But the experience goes well beyond the food. The devil is in the details: the ambience, the plating of the restaurant's dishes, the carefully curated wine pairings, the ultra-attentive service.

For the most discerning of palates, BGC is a fine-dining haven. There’s an array of exceptional fine-dining establishments that call this vibrant district in Taguig their home. These spots all offer a dining experience beyond the ordinary, and extend an invitation to savor some of the finest things in life—even if just for a meal.

Where to reserve a table? These fine-dining restaurants in BGC are worth the splurge: 

Gallery by Chele

left: interior view of Gallery by Chele; right: Gallery by Chele's bestselling tasting menu
PHOTO BY Facebook/ Gallery by Chele

Address: Clipp Center, 11th Ave cor 39th St, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 

Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 12:00 n.n. to 3:30 p.m. (Lunch Service) / 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. (Dinner Service)

To be ranked among the elite and listed #72 in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025 is no small feat. But with celebrated chef Chele Gonzalez at the helm of this fine-dining spot, many were not surprised. Formerly Gallery VASK, this modern restaurant applies traditional and modern techniques to ingredients from around the Philippines. European Chef Chele joins forces with Filipino Chef Carlos Villaflor to create Gallery by Chele’s six-courses and ten-courses tasting menus (with a vegetarian option) and a set menu that’s available for lunch.  As of writing, their latest degustation highlights coconut, with the team whipping up creative plate after plate using their own coconut products (oil, cream, milk, even nata de coco and cheese!).

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Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09175461673. 

Pet-friendly? No

The Peak at the Grand Hyatt Manila

left: exterior view of the peak at grand hyatt manila; right: the peak at grand hyatt manila's bestselling lobster dish
PHOTO BY Facebook/ The Peak - Manila

Address: 8th Avenue corner 35th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 

Operating Hours: Daily, 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

  • Whiskey Bar: Sunday & Monday, 5:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. / Friday & Saturday, 8:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
  • Music Lounge: Tuesday to Thursday, 5:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. / Friday & Saturday, 5:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.
  • Live DJ Schedule: Tuesday to Thursday, 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. / Friday & Saturday, 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

This sky-high dining spot is the highest rooftop restaurant in Manila. Perched on the 60th floor of the Grand Hyatt Manila, The Peak is everything its name suggests and more. It’s a grill restaurant, a whisky bar, and a music lounge in one. And the best part? The Peak, true to its name, affords diners a breathtaking panorama of Metro Manila while they feast on steak and seafood or sip on a personalized drink. 

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at (02) 8838 1234. 

Pet-friendly? No

Taupe Dining

left: interior view of taupe dining; right: taupe dining's bestselling 36 Hour Kurobuta
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Address: 26th St. The Meridien Tower 2, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig 

Operating Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

For Chef Francis Tolentino, taupe is the perfect color to set the stage for the true highlight of his fine-dining restaurant: the food. He told SPOT.ph that “Taupe is a canvas… because I want the food to be the color. My food would be the art.” True enough, the finest homegrown ingredients shine bright at Taupe Dining: 36 Hour Kurobuta (sinigang-style Kurobuta pork), Angus Rib Eye with soy-calamansi-garlic sauce, Fried Shiso (meat of blue crabs from Cebu), Butter Poached Roxas Tiger Prawn, shiitake-infused Mystika Umami drink, custard featuring Davao pomelo pulp, and Tart filled with sampaguita smoke and Aklan oysters.

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09627189892. 

Pet-friendly? No

Sakagura

left: exterior view of sakagura; right: sakagura's bestselling Gindara Robatayaki
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Address: 2/F View Deck, One Bonifacio High Street Mall, 28th cor 5th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 

Operating Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. / Friday & Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. 

This stylish sake bar in the middle of the urban jungle that is BGC offers a peaceful retreat to unwind. Sakagura is a cozy and charming spot to wrap up a long day at work and enjoy comforting food and drinks as you leave the hustle behind—exactly how a Japanese izakaya ought to be. Grab a seat by the softly lit bar and watch the chefs at work to whip up flavorful Japanese dishes, like Sashimi Moriawase, Gindara Robatayaki, Hamachi Aburi, Saga A5 Wagyu Tataki, Miso Bone Marrow, and Salmon Zuke. For an unforgettable sake adventure, check out Hiraizumi Yamahai Junmai and Sparkling Sake Sangria. 

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Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09560294791. 

Pet-friendly? Yes, pets are allowed in their outdoor dining area. 

Brasserie Sagana

left: exterior view of brasserie sagana; right: brasserie sagana's bestselling Baked Escargots Bourguignonne
PHOTO BY Facebook/ Brasserie Sagana

Address: 3rd Avenue Corner 26th Street, BGC, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig 

Operating Hours: Daily, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Brasserie Sagana is well-loved by the French community in Manila for a reason. Their menu is a love letter to the rich tradition and legacy of French cuisine. Every dish—some of the bestsellers include Baked Escargots Bourguignonne, French Onion Soup, Creamy Prawn and Tomato Bisque, L’Onglet, Paté Platter, Soufflés—pays homage to the heart and heritage of French gastronomy. Needless to say, the French restaurant has won the hearts of locals as well. 

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09176327946.

Pet-friendly? Yes, pets are allowed in their outdoor dining area. 

Bistrot Le Coucou 

left: exterior view of bistrot le coucou; right: bistrot le coucou's bestselling dishes
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Address: 2/F View Deck, One Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

Operating Hours: 

  • Sunday to Thursday, 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
  • Friday & Saturday: 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

A fine dining experience that’s as relaxed as it is refined? Get to experience the best of both worlds at Bistrot Le Coucou. The French restaurant hits the sweet spot between upscale and laid-back dining, and food lovers are embracing the concept. It looks like a classic Parisian bistro, but the vibe is more easygoing. And the food? Well worth coming back for. Favorites like French onion soup, escargot, and steak frites come with little twists, making them harder to resist. Other must-try items on the menu include Melted Cheese featuring Beillevaire cheese flown in fresh from France, Entrecote & Fries that comes with a whole kilo of ribeye caramelized in butter, and braised Pigeon with fresh orange carpaccio. 

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09543562965. 

Pet-friendly? Yes, pets are allowed in their outdoor dining area.

L'Opera Ristorante

left: interior view of l'opera ristorante; right: l'opera ristorante's bestselling Dry-Aged Tomahawk Steak
PHOTO BY Facebook/ L'Opera Ristorante

Address: Ground Floor, Seven Neo, 4th Avenue, 27th Street, Taguig

Operating Hours: Daily, Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. / Dinner 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Whether it’s your first date or your nth anniversary, L'Opera Ristorante is the perfect place to celebrate a milestone and savor the moment. This well-loved Italian restaurant is enveloped in a distinct romantic glow, and the ambiance is effortlessly enchanting. Signature dishes, such as Dry-aged Tuna Tartare, Granchio Fresco, Ravioli All'aragosta, Fregola Sardinian Pasta, Pizza Con Burrata, Branzino Allo Scoglio, and Dry-Aged Tomahawk Steak, prove why L'Opera Ristorante is one of the best Italian restaurants in the metro. 

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09178624745. 

Pet-friendly? Yes, pets are allowed in the alfresco area. 

Steak & Frice

left: interior view of steak & frice; right: steak & frice's bestselling steak & frice dish
PHOTO BY Facebook/ Steak & Frice

Address: Lower Ground Floor, Central Square, 5th Avenue Cor. 30th St., Bonifacio High Street Central, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig

Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Considering British music superstar Ed Sheeran already enjoyed the sumptuous culinary delights at Steak & Frice during his concert in Manila in 2024, you'd be doing yourself a disservice to not check out this beloved BGC restaurant. As the crown jewel of the restaurant’s menu, the perfectly cooked Steak & Frice is an absolute standout. Choose from their avaialble cuts of beef—US Ribeye, S&F Wagyu Striploin, or Chateaubriand—and you can get it cooked to your preference. Then you get both crispy french fries and fluffy steak rice on the side—they understand that for Filipinos, rice is always a must on the table!

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09171258188. 

Canton Road

left: interior view of canton road; right: canton road's bestselling cantonese dishes
PHOTO BY Facebook/ Shangri-La The Fort, Manila

Address: Shangri-La The Fort, Manila, 30th Street corner 5th Avenue, Taguig

Operating Hours:  Daily, Lunch 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m / Dinner 5:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

This gem of a restaurant is the ultimate dining destination for those who love Cantonese, Huaiyang, and Taiwanese cuisines with modern flair. Canton Road’s dim sum, barbecued meats, and other savory dishes are bound to captivate your taste buds. Indulge in an unforgettable lunch or dinner in one of their nine private dining rooms, all named after an iconic street in Hong Kong and with a dedicated butler to ensure your experience is nothing short of extraordinary.

Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8820 0888. 

Pet-friendly? No

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse

left: interior view of wolfgang's steakhouse; right: wolfgang's steakhouse's bestselling steak and other dishes
PHOTO BY Facebook/ Wolfgang's Steakhouse PH

Address: LG/F One Bonifacio High Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig 

Operating Hours: Daily, 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Steak is the epitome of culinary luxury, and Wolfgang’s Steakhouse knows this all too well. The critically acclaimed steakhouse from New York City serves only the best USDA Prime Black Angus beef, which is dry-aged for 28 days in their very own special ageing room. Whether you’re here celebrating a personal milestone or sealing an important deal, the dining spot knows exactly how to deliver a steak that’s unparalleled in flavor and tenderness. 

Contact details: For more details, visit their Facebook page or contact them at 09177101682. 

Pet-friendly? Yes, pets are allowed in their outdoor dining area.

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