Lampara

The food was immaculate. For starters, we had the rice cups, croquettes, and dinakdakan, and everything was unreal. For the mains, we ordered the oxtail and pork, which were just as perfect. We also had the strawberry lychee and mango ginger drinks, and the mango ginger was seriously eye opening. We ended with a dark chocolate dessert that wrapped the whole dinner perfectly. The staff were so nice and our server treated us like we owned the place. The interiors were perfect. It was just a bit expensive, but honestly worth it.

Dined here with friends last Thursday and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Even without a reservation and with the place already full when we arrived, the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. Sir Roy let us know the wait would be under 30 minutes and suggested we check out the downstairs listening bar, Oto, while waiting. In less than 10 minutes, we were already seated. From appetizers to mains, desserts, and cocktails, everything was excellent. What really stood out was how knowledgeable and enthusiastic the staff were about each dish. They took the time to explain flavor profiles and suggested pairings, making it clear that the service itself is part of the overall dining experience. Beyond the great food and beautiful interiors, their top-notch service truly sets this place apart. Can’t wait to come back and try more from the menu! Kudos to Sir Roy, and the whole Lampara team! ps: i didn’t even get to take photos of most of the food and drinks we ordered as well as the resto itself, that’s how great the experience was!

VENUE: The place is simple and not really ideal for large groups. We were a group of 20 and were seated on the balcony, which was quite hot even at night. Unfortunately, the fans were not sufficient to keep the area comfortable. FOOD: Most of the dishes tasted great—as expected from a Michelin-star restaurant. However, we were a bit disappointed with their Special Laing, which was dry and bland. Aside from that, the rest of our orders were really good. STAFF: Kudos to the staff member who assisted our table—he was extremely attentive and funny. Despite serving a large group and clearly being tired, he remained cheerful, smiling, and engaging with us throughout. Great job! OVERALL RATING: We would consider coming back for the food and service, but not as a large group. The place is more suitable for small gatherings or intimate couple dates.

We celebrated our Christmas Party at Lampara and it was such a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely lovely and delicious — every dish was a hit. The atmosphere made our celebration even more special, and we genuinely had a great time. All the staff were very nice, friendly, and incredibly accommodating. Highly recommended for gatherings and special occasions!

We had a great dining experience at Lampara! For starters, we tried the Dinuckdakan, which had lots of floss and really good flavor. The Croquettas were also delicious — cheesy on the inside and fun to try both on their own and with the honey. My favorite starter was the Chicharon Bulaklak, served perfectly crispy with just the right amount of saltiness and a tasty tamarind condiment on the side. For the mains, the Oxtail was my top pick — rich and flavorful. The Beef Belly was also good, and the Pork was nicely crispy. We got to try all the desserts, and my favorite was the Tres Leches — light, creamy, and perfectly sweet. The Yema Tsokolate and Polvoron were also enjoyable and well made. The servers were very nice and even took the time to explain the parts of our meals, which made the experience more special. The ambiance was warm and cozy, making it a great place to relax and enjoy good food. They recently received their Michelin Bib Gourmand Award, and it’s definitely well-deserved!

Wonderful experience! This is where my partner and I had our first date. We had to recreate it a year after and it still did not disappoint. They seated us on the same seats we first dated last year ago. The food is delicious! They even wrote happy anniversary on our dessert and even asked us for our theme song so they could play it while we were eating. The owner also went and talked to us to make sure everything is okay. Thank you for a wonderful experience. We will be back! 🥰

Lampara is one of my favorite spots in Poblacion. Their Peach Mango Die was amazing, and the Gasera was just as good. The place is cozy, though a bit tricky to find at first. The Beef Tenderloin and Chicharong Bulaklak were literally 10/10. Truly a hidden gem. I’m grateful to FEATR for featuring this place, now it’s a go-to spot for me and my friends.

Went here for my birthday and all I can say is best best best service we received from a resto 🥹 It was during the awarding of the Michelin Bib Gourmand, maybe it had an effect lol but yes staff were so nice and happy. Food was good and reasonably priced, Dinuckduckan (?) just tasted a bit umay due to the egg, hope they add more duck since the serving felt like 70% egg and 30% meat. 5 ⭐ still ◡̈

We had a lovely dinner at Lampara last minute on a Saturday. They were able to squeeze us in at 8:30 with no wait! The restaurant is cute and on the smaller side. We ordered the Dinuckdakan (duck sisig), the Tanigue (fish), and the Duck Confi. The duck sisig was good but a bit heavy for an appetizer. I actually prefer the unelevated version. The duck confi was perfect!! A must try. The skin was crispy and the liver empanada was a nice touch. The fish was also good, not a stand out, but worth ordering. We also had the tres leches which was a creative take on the regular dessert. Loved the tuile that came with it! The absinthe drink was excellent. The only item I wouldn't recommend was the peach mango "die" cocktail. It tasted like a sweeter peach bellini and didn't have any craftsmanship like their other drinks. Dinner was just under 4000 pesos for everything! Great prices for the quality and service.

On a recent trip to Manila, a good friend of mine took us to Lampara in Makati's Poblacion area. Lampara is a modern take on traditional Fiilipino cuisine. While I realize Filipino food has its detractors, there are many dishes that I enjoy, but what I appreciated about Lampara's style was that the food wasn't overcooked and tasted lighter than a lot of Filipino dishes tend to. I highly recommend the pulpo! The atmosphere is as if you're in someone's house, and there is a quaint outdoor seating area. Parking can be difficult, but there is a paid parking lot down the street. This is a great place to try if you want Filipino food, but a little more unique, especially if you have guests in town. The drinks were also very creative and delicious. Service was also very good, attentive, polite, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend, but definitely make a reservation!

Popped in for a quick dinner on my last night in Manila. The food was fantastic. Had the lengua in truffle sauce and it was AMAZING. Highly recommended. Just note, sometimes they close before the posted hours.

This is a hidden gem in Poblacion. Innovative and delicious food and drinks. You must try what I can only describe as an alcoholic Uber shake!