Joanna Marie O. Santos
March 28, 2022

Tagaytay will always make it to everyone’s bucket list. It has been and will always be a part of everyone’s out-of-town plans. It has become the best go-to place when people feel the need to unwind and think of temporarily leaving some things behind.

Aside from its mild temperature and a scenic beauty of its overlooking area, this place is packed with the best restaurants that’ll surely give you the best hassle break you badly needed. Even these restaurants made their way to Tagaytay’s list of tourist spots.

Here’s a list of the best restaurants in Tagaytay you have to visit soon.

  1. Napa at Crosswinds

Image source: Napa at Crosswinds Facebook

  Napa at Crosswinds is a recently launched Northern California-inspired café in Tagaytay that evokes Napa Valley. They provide waffles, toasts, specialty coffee, wine, and cheese for breakfast, making it the ideal area to warm up whether you're coming for a full breakfast or a romantic evening for two.

However, this restaurant seems to require its visitors to take two-fold bills out of their pocket. If you’re willing to try something new, you must spend a little money for scrumptious meals and the majestic view.

  2. The Purple Owl

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Swing by The Purple Owl if you’re in Tagaytay, which is now available for private dinners and small gatherings. They're well-known for their vibrant and truly jaw-dropping outdoor dining set-up and famous family recipes, which both locals and visitors have enjoyed for years!

This is one of the best Tagaytay restaurants you have to visit soon!

  3. Cabanas Dine and Bar  

Looking for the best “tambayan” for a quick escape from Metro? Here’s the best place for you! Cabanas Dine and Bar is a trendy Filipino restaurant and bar with a view of Taal Lake perfect for your break. They also provide delectable cuisine and beverages, such as their Stuffed Rosemary Chicken with Java Rice, Lechon Belly Roll, and the Tagaytay favorite, Bulalo. Get lost in the views of Taal Lake while drinking your favorite beverage or a beer with your squad.

  4. Farmer’s Table Tagaytay

Image Source: Farmer’s Table Tagaytay Facebook

Along with other Tagaytay restaurants that are already welcoming food seekers, Farmer's Table distinguishes itself by mixing local food with foreign spices and elegantly presenting them. Farmer's Table is a new restaurant in Tagaytay that delivers farm-to-table deliciousness amid nature. It's a rural vacation you’ll always remember. Their food and the alfresco set-up may stop you from leaving Tagaytay.

  5. Café Yama  

Besides Anime, are you a big fan of Japanese food, too? Then you have to visit this place asap! Cafe Yama, in Crosswinds, is a new Japanese restaurant in Tagaytay. Aside from the spectacular scenery, you can enjoy classic Japanese dishes and their extensive beverage menu. This place is for individuals who wish to satisfy their Japanese appetites while taking in the scenery.

  6. Chateau Hestia Garden Restaurant

Image Source: Chateau Hestia Garden Restaurant Facebook

If you’re sick of eating the usual home-cooked meals, this food place wants to tell you it’s time for you to broaden your horizon. Explore different tastes by dining at Chateau Hestia Garden Restaurant! You’ll crave for a foreign taste seconds after only after trying exquisite European cuisine. Don't forget to snap stunning shots in their lush garden while you're there!

  7. Josephine Restaurant Tagaytay

Image source: Josephine Restaurant Tagaytay Facebook

The smell of the sea goes up to the plateau. Josephine Restaurant Tagaytay is one of the top fine dining restaurants in the place, offering a broad variety of delectable Filipino and seafood dishes. With the overlooking view of Taal Lake, your seafood cravings may go beyond your control. So put your gloves on and get the biggest and meatiest crab!

  8. Antonio’s Restaurant

Image Source: Antonio’s Restaurant Facebook

Antonio's is Tagaytay's most renowned fine-dining establishment, serving the best of world cuisine from top chef Tony Boy Escalante. Its exceptional food, exquisite décor, picturesque grounds, and excellent service sets it apart.

It's for individuals searching for a particular venue to indulge themselves or others on special occasions.

  9. Sonya’s Garden

Image Source: Sonya’s Garden Facebook

Sonya's Garden, another Tagaytay popular favorite, is a go-to location for some basic handmade cuisine. Not only does it provide superb meals, but plantitos and plantitas may also spend their free time roaming through the grounds. Another feature you'll appreciate about this restaurant is that it's pet-friendly, so you can bring your fur babies!

  10. Taza Fresh Table

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Taza is housed in the 4-star Taal Vista Hotel, so you can expect the highest standard in terms of quality and service. What distinguishes this Tagaytay restaurant is its use of fresh, local ingredients in preparing its cuisine. For an upscale dinner date, choose their Tomahawk Pork Chops or Ribeye Steak as your main course while drinking a bottle of Moet et Chandon.

All these Tagaytay restaurants with views are waiting for you! Prepare your wheels and your savings for a long but fulfilling ride. With a wide variety of the best restaurants up there, Tagaytay may not let you say “bye”!

  Sources: Klook.com, booky.ph, Instagram