Restaurants in Baguio City
The city of Baguio warmly welcomes every visitor with its cool weather and friendly, hospitable people. Aptly known as the “Summer Capital of the Philippines,” Baguio enjoys exceptionally pleasant weather, especially between the months of March and May, providing relief from the intense heat experienced in many parts of the country. Thanks to its comfortable climate and the lush pine tree-covered terrain, Baguio consistently attracts tourists throughout the year due to its rich treasures and diverse attractions.
Perhaps due to its climate, Baguio is well-suited for long walks, visits to famous sites, and serves as a refuge for tired and hungry tourists.
A culinary tour in Baguio should always be part of your itinerary. With numerous beloved and unique restaurants strategically located within a few blocks of each other, while some are situated near famous city landmarks and attractions, or hidden within the city itself, like the Easter Eggs you can find if you’re patient enough or willing to search for them. Or perhaps it’s best to continue reading on, dear traveler.
If Pudding Tofu, known locally as “taho,” sold by street vendors, or local purple yam jam isn’t enough for you, then I suggest you keep reading, esteemed traveler.
Bliss Café.Vegetarian food. Hotel Elizabeth corner Gibraltar and J.Felipe Streets
Located near Wright Park, nestled within the Elizabeth Hotel, hides this small gem – Bliss! Bliss is also the name of a vegetarian and avant-garde restaurant owned by Jim and Shanti Ward. This small restaurant serves vegetarian dishes, as its name suggests, and is simply one of the best restaurants in the city where you can enjoy a healthy, satisfying, and incredibly delicious vegetarian meal. Surrounded by simple and small ornaments collected during trips and journeys, Jim, a Buddhist, and Shanti, an Ananda Marga member, have created an eclectic and artful space at Bliss.
In fact, it wouldn’t be fair not to mention the various art pieces and decorations scattered throughout Bliss. Each one immediately captures your attention and curiosity. It will be surprising if you don’t find something that piques your interest soon after your arrival. Engaging conversations flow from every direction, and you can engage in colorful and delightful discussions while enjoying the flavors Shanti has prepared for you. Trust me, from dumplings to meaty vegetarian delights, even non-vegetarians will find it challenging not to succumb to the evening’s temptations. Simply put, it will be very difficult not to make Bliss a regular stop on your Baguio itinerary every time you visit.
Café By the Ruins.Filipino cuisine. 23 Chuntug Street
Located near City Hall, it’s an ideal spot for breakfast. Wooden tables and chairs, vintage photos and framed paintings on the walls, and furniture made from other local materials. The rustic furniture and decorations add something extra to the dining experience, making it more enjoyable and satisfying.
Oh My Gulay.Vegetarian dishes.5th floor La Azotea Building Session Road
A rich garden, a fish pond, a giant boat on one side, and a greenhouse on the other—these are just a few of the impressive sights that will greet you as you enter the restaurant. It’s not surprising to discover that this beloved restaurant/gallery is owned by a famous local artist. And if the general ambiance of the place and the atmosphere aren’t enough to captivate your eyes in every direction, this vegetarian restaurant even offers a stunning view of the city. There’s no doubt that climbing the stairs won’t really bother you once you step into this hidden refuge on the penthouse of the building. Just like entering another dimension where gandalfs and greys, hobbits, dwarves, and elves are just beyond the corner, Oh My Gulay restaurant will transport you to a different realm while you enjoy your coffee and vegetarian sandwich. Indeed, it’s a refreshing change of scenery.
O Mai KhanMongolian Grill and Hotpot. 12 Otek Street Rizal Park
This Mongolian restaurant is located right across from City Hall in the heart of Baguio. Its name, derived from the local dialect word “Umaykan,” meaning “to come closer,” is primarily famous for its buffet. Diners can create or assemble their unique Mongolian bowl by choosing from a wide variety of ingredients, ranging from different meats and seafood to a selection of fresh vegetables and spices. A clear sign that almost everyone who visits this city keeps coming back again and again—this is precisely what can be said about O Mai Khan restaurant, one of the restaurants you can’t help but love and return to over and over again.
Volante Pizza.Italian fare.82 Session Road.Near Baguio Cathedral
A 24-hour pizza and pasta restaurant, located on Session Road in Baguio. Since it’s open late into the night, this establishment can satisfy your hunger during the late hours or after a night of revelry. Both locals and foreigners alike prefer Volante Restaurant for good reasons. The food is excellent, and the atmosphere is inviting and relaxing.