Metro Manila Guide: Bonifacio Global City Edition
Metro Manila Guide: Bonifacio Global City Edition
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Welcome to this FREE GUIDE to one of the most popular areas in Metro Manila -- Bonifacio Global City (or more known as BGC)!
This guide will divided into five (5) sections:
🍳 Breakfast
🍽️ Lunch / Dinner
🍦☕️ Dessert / Cafe
🪁 Activities
🏠 Hotel
I have added detailed descriptions under most of the places so that you can get a better idea of what each place has to offer
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BGC in one sentence
BGC is a business district in Metro Manila known for its commercial spaces, outdoor/green spaces, and pedestrian-friendly layout -- making it the most walkable area in Metro Manila.
🍳 Breakfast
Mary Grace Cafe
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Mary Grace is best known for their pastries, especially their ensaymada and hot chocolate combination. They serve a mix of Filipino and Western cuisine, and they even have full meals that you can have for lunch or dinner if you want to. However, with their home-y atmosphere, it's best suited for breakfast or for a coffee break.
Mary Grace Cafe has several branches around BGC, so it's best to look for the one closest to your area.
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Wildflour Cafe + Bakery
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A go-to for many Filipinos for meetings and casual get-togethers with friends! I usually get their kimchi fried rice.
They also have more branches around Metro Manila, so you can check that out as well!
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Maker and Made BGC
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I haven't tried this place yet but I've seen it on social media, and it looks like a great breakfast place! They serve Australian-style breakfast sets with a Filipino touch.
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🍽️ Lunch / Dinner
Kiwami Food Hall
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The ultimate Japanese experience! Four different famous Japanese restaurants all in one space, which is perfect if you and your family/friends all have different cravings but still want to eat together.
I tried their Hokkaido milk soft serve and it was amazing -- not too sweet and perfect ending to a meal.
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The Wholesome Table BGC
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Are you a healthy eater? This place will definitely be up your alley! They offer different cuisines (Japanese, Western, Korean, Filipino and more) -- all prepared with organic ingredients.
So far, I've tried their Bibimbap bowl and Chicken Teriyaki bowl and while they were both good, I prefer their Bibimbap as it was richer. My friend vouches for their Torched Salmon Bowl, so if you're into seafood, that's something that you can try.
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Indus Modern Indian Kitchen
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If you want a more private and quiet place for your meal, I would definitely recommend Indus. They have great service and serve even better food. I cannot recommend specific dishes because I was not in charge of ordering the food the last time I went there, but everything we ate tasted great.
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205 BGC
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They offer a variety of cuisines (Italian, Filipino, etc), which is perfect when you can't decide what exactly you want to eat.
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BBQ Chicken - BGC
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Their chicken is cooked to perfection - crispy and juicy in all the right ways! Paired with some Korean snacks (ddeokbokki or cheese balls), it's the perfect meal with friends.
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🍦☕️ Dessert / Cafe
Farmacy Ice Cream & Soda Fountain - BGC
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From ice cream sandwiches to ice cream floats, enjoy your ice cream in so many different ways!
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Gelatissimo Serendra
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If you're in BGC High Street, you can get your ice cream fix at Gelatissimo. I particularly liked their mango sorbet!
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M Bakery
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Although the name is different, this is the Philippine franchise of New York City's Magnolia Bakery. M Bakery offers all of the Magnolia Bakery classics, such as banana pudding and cupcakes. They also offers Philippine-exclusive treats.
M Bakery also now has a branch in the new Mitsukoshi Mall in BGC where they sell exclusive cherry blossom cupcakes.
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St. Louis
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Their ice cream flavors are rich and unique! They also serve other pastries and even savory dishes, such as sandwiches.
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🪁 Activities
Bonifacio High Street
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Walk along a 1-kilometer strip of restaurants, shops, and cafes! Take instagrammable pictures at some cute photozones and enjoy some nature in the concrete jungle of BGC. This is the perfect place to walk after all the delicious meals you'll have in BGC.
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The Mind Museum
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This interactive museum features over 250 exhibits that features anything and everything about science and nature. I went to The Mind Museum when it first opened and had so much even then.
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Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC
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Newly opened! I still haven't checked it out but I've seen amazing photos on social media from this museum.
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Venice Grand Canal Mall
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Have you ever heard of a Gondola ride inside a mall? This Venice-inspired mall takes it to another level by offering shopping, dining, AND gondola rides.
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MITSUKOSHI BGC
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Explore the new and very first Japanese-inspired mall in the Philippines! They house a variety of shops and restaurants, and some stores offer exclusive products that can only be found in Mitsukoshi BGC (ex: M Bakery's Cherry Blossom Cupcakes). Get a taste of Japan within BGC!
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SM Aura Premier
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Yes, that's right. Another mall! Filipinos love a good place to shop and SM Aura is one that has all of your essentials all in one place. Be sure to explore the whole mall, and you might discover some cute spots for coffee (one of them is EST Coffee).
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🏠 Hotel
Grand Hyatt Manila
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Loved my experience here! The rooms were spacious and clean. Plus, it was right beside the newly opened Mitsukoshi Department Store.
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Seda BGC
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Ascott Bonifacio Global City
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Hello hello! 👋 I am a travel content creator from the Philippines, who is most known for sharing hotel recommendations around the world on my YouTube of the same name. I've been to 10+ countries (and counting) so far -- although I just can't get enough of South Korea and Japan.
My travel style focuses on finding good restaurants, cafes, and picture-perfect/Instagrammable places 📸🔍
I can't wait to share all of the hidden gems that I have discovered over the years through my digital guides and ultimately, help you curate the perfect itinerary for your next trip! ✨
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