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Get out of your usual boring coffee shop and spend a day at a cafe which will welcome you with open paws. Pet cafes offer a unique coffee shop experience. Get to play with lovable animals while sipping your favourite latte. If you’re lucky, you can even take home a new furry friend that is up for adoption. Level up your café experience by visiting these most recommended pet cafes in and near Manila.
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Spend a day of relaxation and quality time with resident dogs, aka Barkin’ Buddies, over at Barkin’ Blends! This pet cafe in Marikina City aims to impart a sense of value to all dogs as companions and guardians. Their space houses two sections: Bark-a-Room, where you can mingle with the sweetest pups, and a bakery where you can pick up dog cakes and treats. If there’s anything you’ll leave with after walking through its doors, it’s definitely not stress!
Address: 267 Ground Floor M&M Building, Brgy San Roque, JP Rizal, Marikina City
For more information, visit Barkin’ Blends Dog Cafe’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Are you looking for a place to grab yummy eats while waiting for your pet to get a makeover? The Paw Club is a restaurant, grooming, and pet boarding where you and your fur buddies can dine and play. By providing one of the best sites for people and animals to socialise, they also hope to enrich the sense of community. For animal lovers and pet owners out there, this hangout spot in Pasay City is definitely one you can’t miss!
Address: The Paw Club Philippines 1300 Pasay City, Philippines
For more information, visit The Paw Club’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Pawfee Bean (a play on words inspired by The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf franchise) offers a unique study spot for you and your pet! Their menu features caffeinated and non-caffeinated drinks, all-day breakfast options, and rice meals for you to munch on while getting some work done. What’s more, it houses a mini library and a co-working space for some much-needed peace and quiet.
That’s not all there is to this place! It also offers grooming and veterinary services, boarding, and a store for pet supplies. Of course, your fur babies deserve to get pampered, too. As for rates and prices, you’ll get great value for their facilities and quality services. Talk about the ultimate haven for busy pet owners and coffee lovers alike!
Address: 40 JYC Building, Epifanio Delos Santos Avenue
For more information, visit Pawfee Bean’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
On the hunt for a cosy cafe in the metro to chill with your fur buddies? Walk into Petlink Cafe for fresh brews, fruit teas, scrumptious sandwiches, and your favourite comfort snacks! This quaint, charming enclave also offers pet lodging, grooming services, and pet supplies, making it one of the best pet cafes in Manila. Ultimately, Petlink Cafe is your one-stop shop for all things pet and coffee!
Address: Caloocan City, Malabon City, Manila City
For more information, visit Petlink Cafe’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Indulge in a cup (or cups) of coffee and good food while having your pets groomed to perfection at Paws N Brew! As the newest pet salon and cafe in Marikina, they’re dedicated to providing your furry companions with the best grooming experience there is. On top of its business aspect, they also support non-government organisations advocating for animal welfare, rights, and protection. Thus, they make their customers feel more confident and trusting towards its staff, services, and facilities.
Address: Stall 1 VALP Bldg., J. Molina 1807 Marikina City, Philippines
For more information, visit Paws n Brews’ official Facebook page.
The Playpen is a tiny pet cafe tucked away in San Juan City where animal lovers can play with canines and felines. Here, you’ll be treated to a wide selection of eats and beverages — from all-day breakfast staples and pasta to unlimited chicken wings and samgyupsal bowls. Of course, fur parents can bring their pets to interact with other friendly dogs and cats. Step into this charming and easily lovable space for good vibes and stress relief!
Address: 2nd Floor, Madison Square N Domingo St, San Juan City
For more information, visit The Playpen’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Take a trip to Petspresso Dog Park and Cafe that’s just a stone’s throw away from the metro! Unlike other pet cafes in Manila, with their huge outdoor area, your doggos can run and roam free. Here, you’ll also be treated to breathtaking views and cool weather while chomping on hearty meals and sipping on handcrafted coffee. At Petspresso, you and your pets will be granted an absolutely purrfect day!
Address: Lambingan, 1960 Morong, Philippines 1960 Morong, Philippines
For more information, visit Pawfee Bean’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Who said cats and coffee aren’t worth travelling for? Go on a quick road trip to Pampanga and step into CoffeeCat PH — a safe haven for cat lovers! Here, you can play and cuddle with the cutest Scottish fold, calico, and tabby felines while sipping on handcrafted beverages. Take your pick among caffeinated and non-caffeinated drinks best paired with their selection of sweet treats. Looking for something more filling to eat? Their menu also comprises classic Pinoy dishes like crispy pork kare-kare and kaldereta for lunch!
Address: Camia road 2009 Angeles City, Philippines
For more information, visit CoffeeCat PH’s official Facebook page.
The owners of this twin section cafe had the most genius idea, to make one part dedicated to cuddling with cute Bengal cats, and to make the other a place for giant dog breeds like Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, St. Bernards, and Newfoundlands. Housing these two sections together with a cool Frappuccino bar is just pure awesomeness. The pet areas can be accessed by members only and the annual fee is almost painless at ₱100 per year!
Address: Diokno Highway, Payapa Ibaba Lemery, Philippines
For more information, visit Bengal Brew / Wolf & Bear’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
The Whole Pet Kitchen is the first natural pet bakery and dog owner café in the metro. Stocked with honest-to-goodness pet food and pastries for your furbabies, this pet deli and “bark-ery” is also a place of social gathering for both pet owners and pets. It provides a relaxing atmosphere for pets to learn and socialize with others, as well as for pet owners to meet and talk with other pet parents.
Address: 175 M Paterno Street 1500 San Juan, Philippines
For more information, visit Whole Pet Kitchen’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
No doubt, Tomas Morato is nothing short of an exciting destination for a foodie trip! If you’re in the area, a visit to Cafe Guilt with your furry friend is always a great idea. Dine among lush, green plants and enjoy the cool breeze by its al fresco area or simply keep cool indoors. Either way, you’re up for a sumptuous and healthy meal with its selection of international dishes prepared with a Filipino flare.
Address: 35 Sct. Castor St, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
For more information, visit Cafe Guilt’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Another charming al fresco resto to check out in the metro is Rustic Mornings by Isabelo in Marikina City. Here, your mornings (or afternoons) are made extra cosy and relaxing with its garden dining areas and courteous staff. They serve western and Filipino dishes that are perfect for a hearty brunch or filling meriyenda. Thanks to its spacious al fresco space, your pups can join you while feasting.
Address: #11 Isabelo Mendoza St. San Roque, Marikina City, Philippines
For more information, visit Rustic Mornings’ official Facebook and Instagram pages.
For a mouthwatering brunch and yummy single-origin coffee, enter The Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery! This pet-friendly cafe-slash-restaurant is best loved for its selection of fusion cuisine comfort food. For a sweet and savoury treat, their ube waffles and buttermilk fried chicken combo is definitely a must. Interiors-wise, it welcomes you to a tastefully decorated dining space: Walls covered in murals, comfortable seating, and adequate air conditioning for your fur babies.
Locations:
9th Avenue, corner 27th Street, Taguig, Metro Manila
M32G+H2J, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Ayala Center, 2/F Greenbelt, 3 Esperanza St, Makati, Metro Manila
For more information, visit The Fat Seed Cafe + Roastery’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
On your quick road trip to Laguna, make sure to drop by Hygge Restaurant. Not only is it a pet-friendly restaurant, but it also serves treats for your furry companion! Here, you can chow down on bestsellers like Brazillian ribeye steak, 6-hour slow-cooked Angus beef, and salted egg shrimp pasta. And to finish off the feast, take your pick from its curated selection of wines and cocktails. We don’t know about you, but that just made our tummy rumble.
Address: Unit 6B Rosario Complex, San Pedro, 4023 Laguna
For more information, visit Hygge Restaurant’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
Another pet-friendly eatery that deserves a spot on your list is Tanay Highlands, located just a stone’s throw away from the metro. This foodie hotspot in Rizal boasts a beautiful overlooking restaurant where you and your pets can enjoy stunning views and the cool highland breeze. As for its menu, it offers a range of western cuisine and classic Pinoy dishes that’ll surely leave you stuffed. What’s more? It houses a spacious camping area for a great weekend escape with the whole family and your fur buddies!
Address: KM 57 Marilaque Rd. Tanay Highlands, Sitio Mayagay 1, Samapaloc, Tanay, Rizal, Philippines
For more information, visit Hygge Restaurant’s official Facebook and Instagram pages.
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When you’ve had a long week in school or at work, there’s nothing like pet therapy to brighten your day. Skip the regular hangout spots for once and cuddle with your furry friends. These pet-friendly restaurants and pet cafes in and near Manila have everything we need!
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