Manila, Philippines
Best bars in Manila
16 places, ranked by traveler reviews. Where Manila actually drinks, rooftops, speakeasies and neighborhood favorites, ranked by reviews.
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Good to know
What is the best-known of the bars in Manila?
O2 Rooftop Bar is the most reviewed, with 2,253 traveler reviews and a 4.8 rating. That makes it the safe choice if you are only fitting in one.
Which of Manila's bars is worth going out of your way for?
Monarch Manila rates highest at 4.9 out of 5 across 1,326 reviews. Smaller crowds than the headline entry usually explain the gap.
How is this list of bars ranked?
By how many travelers reviewed each place, filtered to those rated well enough to be worth your time. No one pays to appear on it, and the order is refreshed monthly as new reviews land.