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Cafe by the Ruins

25 Chuntug St | Rizal Park, Baguio, Luzon, Philippines
(074) 442 4010
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Ranked #6 of 141 restaurants in Baguio
Good for: Families with children, Romance
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Romance
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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San Francisco, California
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79 reviews 79 reviews
40 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

The place is so peaceful and beautiful. Service was very good. I ordered a brewed Arabica coffee and a chocolate croissant. I didn't care for the coffee much, I believe they are doing this very light roast thing that seems to be very trendy in places like San Francisco. I don't know how to put my finger on the taste...sour... More

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Manila, Philippines
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64 reviews 64 reviews
28 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
65 helpful votes 65 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

We didn't where to eat in Baguio, we had a look at tripadvisor and the Cafe by the ruins popped at being quite close. Some of the dishes were good (their bread, appetizers and tea), their soup was just blend but all in all, their menu is overpriced (slightly). It was our most expensive meal in Baguio and the less... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013 via mobile

appetizers and the soup wowed me. until i ordered Shanghai Style Fried Chicken Plate & the Lemon Ricotta with Grilled Chicken Breast. everything is good except for the chicken. its dry, rubbery, & hard to chew. seems its not newly cooked. and i asked if there are any sauce they could recommend. they gave me ketsup which does not go... More

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Antipolo City, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 10, 2013

One of my favorite brunch cafes - very cozy, takes you to quietness amid the bustling city atmosphere. I love their Meditteranean fare. And their Mint Tea just spells relaxation! Every visit just isn't enough - we take home their freshly-baked pastry every time, I suggest you do too.

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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013

This was our first stop in our itinerary to Baguio last May. We really intended to have breakfast here because we are curious about the place being famous and wanted to have a good start after the long-hour trip. We are so happy that we are just on time, because the gate just opened when we arrive (while a certain... More

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Antipolo City, Philippines
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

We tried this restaurant as it was very near our hotel and because it piqued our interest (with the rave reviews and recommendation of friends too!). It exudes an ambiance very typical of Baguio...with the eclectic design of woodwork for its furniture and the essence of dining al fresco. I will give it a kudos for the ambiance...but as for... More

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Quezon City, Philippines
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

We visited this place due to many rave reviews about it last August 2012. This was prior to their renovation. The place is homely, bread was yummy, coffee was nice. We were pretty much left alone, to the point that service started to feel spotty. I was expecting the waiter to give suggestions on what to order, especially since we... More

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Manila, Philippines
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

It's a really pretty place and is best visited at night (they set up the lights really nicely). But I have to warn you, the service is slow! It took us forever to get our food! But the waiters are still very nice and will try their best to keep you pleased. I did enjoy the food but it's something... More

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Manila, Philippines
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 5, 2013

The food was very good and the atmosphere was cool, but overall I would just rank this as average. It had that "we are better than you" annoying sort of feel. The price was far too much, Taking into account the food of the same caliber can be found elsewhere in the city and for a far more reasonable price.... More

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Manila
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43 reviews 43 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
76 helpful votes 76 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2013

Their breads was very very good and some of the dishes is good too but the quality of their food can be found somewhere else for less the price.

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