Editor’s note: Following the changing policies on public health protocols and social distancing measures, we recommend contacting the establishments featured in this article prior to your visit.

Baguio, also known as the City of Pines, is home to many Instagram-worthy spots including parks, gardens, historical landmarks, and more. Although there are challenges when traveling nowadays (no thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic), many of our kababayans still want to visit Baguio to experience the cold breeze and escape the city’s hustle and bustle.

Apart from its beautiful landscape, Baguio is dotted with fascinating cafés and restaurants that are worth splurging on. Pro tip: to avoid large crowds, it is best to visit these restaurants early morning. Stay safe!

Arca’s Yard

Arca’s Yard is an all-in-one café, museum, and library located along Ambuklao Road in Baguio. This restaurant is famous for its art-themed activities and cultural renaissance surrounded by scenic views. Arca’s Yard flaunts an artistic and rustic contemporary interior filled with handmade masks, totems, and home decors.

If you fancy the Cordillera culture, Arca’s Yard is a must-visit as it is home to various paintings made by Baguio-based artists and sculptures like wooden bowls and spoons and deity figures.

The café’s menu features a selection of soup, meat, and desserts. You can never go wrong with its Oyster Mushroom Soup (P65), Pumpkin Soup (P65), and Summer Salad (P280). For meat lovers, we recommend trying its Hungarian Sausage With Bacon and Egg worth P240 only For a good dessert experience, Arca’s Yard’s Baked Blueberry Cheesecake (P140) is a must-try, too!

Location: # 777 Tiptop City limits, Ambuklao Road, Baguio City

Canto Bogchi Joint

Canto Bogchi Joint features a modern-style house with big glass windows and giant outdoor signage fronting the establishment. This local restaurant in Baguio is known for its generous servings of sumptuous meals including Taco Ensalada (P195), Pumpkin Soup (P110), and its best-selling Whole Lomo Ribs (P660).

Canto’s popular grilled Lomo ribs won’t disappoint you as it is guaranteed tender, juicy, and flavorful, and is best paired with mashed potato.

Other recommended dishes to include in your list are French fries with pulled pork BBQ and gravy, pocherong baka (beef nilaga), lasagna, wheat ale draft beer, and strawberry shake.

Location: Kisad Road, Baguio City

Good Taste Baguio Legarda

Your Baguio itinerary should include this Asian-centric restaurant in Baguio, serving affordable dishes such as Cream Puff (P18/piece), Lechon Chopsuey (P240), Buttered Chicken (P210), and more.

Good Taste Baguio Legarda is more popular than its main branch at Rajah Matanda street because of its proximity to famous tourist attractions such as Burnham Park, Session Road, SM Baguio, and even bus stations.

The restaurant also houses a five-story parking space, so you don’t need to worry about getting parking reservations or parking along the streets.

Location: Otek St., Baguio City

Lemon & Olives

Lemon & Olives is the first authentic Greek restaurant in Baguio, led by chef Takis who originally came from Greece. They serve Greek dishes made from ingredients sourced from chef Takis’ native land.

The restaurant’s terrace is regarded as everyone’s “favorite spot” where guests can get their fill of Baguio’s lush greenery and overlooking pine trees.

For a good Mediterranean food experience, each dish is made with unique twists and superb flavors including Tzatziki (P140), Hummus (P150), Beef Souvlaki Plate (P290), and Lemon & Olives’ very own Lamb Rack (P1,060).

Location: #26 Outlook Drive, Baguio City

Tsokolateria

With the chilling temperature in the City of Pines, don’t forget to indulge in one of the best chocolate-infused beverages in the region served at Tsokolateria. This restaurant is a haven for chocolate lovers as its menu is brimming with everything chocolate. They are homemade, too!.

It may seem impossible not to try Tsokolateria’s sweet treats such as Tsoko Mallow (P250), Bibingka at Itlog na Maalat Condensada Pancake Souffle (P295), and Tsokolateria Calamares Salad (P270), among others.