10 #Aesthetic Restaurants in Cebu that Deserve a Spot on Your IG Feed
Bring your appetite and a camera to one of these aesthetic restaurants in Cebu City!
Research shows that dining out offers therapeutic benefits especially when the place invites you to relax, unwind, and forget all your worries. Picture this: you enter a new restaurant for the first time. You look around, completely in awe because of the charming interiors, and the location’s breezy ambiance. The waiters greet you with warmth and hand the menu for you to order! This experience itself when dining out is incredibly special because for a moment, you’re out in a new place - stress-free, and ready for good food.
Cebu City is the “Queen of the South” for a reason. Beyond beaches with pristine waters, juicy and crispy lechon, Cebu City is also known for instagrammable restaurants with the most breathtaking views and dining choices that will surely satisfy your inner foodie!
If you’re looking for aesthetic restaurants to dine in Cebu, here’s a list of places for you to check out. In this list are hidden gems, outdoor restaurants, and unique hole-in-the walls for your next Cebu trip.
Aesthetic Restaurants in Cebu City:
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Circa 1900 Casa Uno
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Anzani Restaurant
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Albur’s Restaurant
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La Vie Parisienne
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Lantaw Floating Native Restaurant
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Shaka’s Hawaiian Restaurant
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Soho Park
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The Pyramid
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The Social Cebu
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Sprocketeer Cafe
1. If you’re a history lover: Circa 1900 Casa Uno
Photo credit: @jeancyu on InstagramFor those who are drawn to vintage aesthetics and find beauty in historical sites, Circa 1900 Casa Uno offers exactly that. This structure is a colonial house adapted to be reused as a restaurant. Circa 1900 Casa Uno, offers international cuisines fusioned with Filipino flavors such as Truffled Squid and Prawn Risotto, Roast Crunchy Pork Belly Ribs, and Australian Scotch Fillet Char-grilled Beef. We also hear their pastas are to die for!
Photo credit: @cicadabycirca1900 on InstagramThis restaurant in Cebu City is popular for being able to maintain the beauty of Spanish colonial style of architecture. With the hardwood floors, Capiz-style windows, vintage paintings, Circa 1900 Casa Uno gives you a glimpse of what it’s like to dine in during the early 1900s.
Circa 1900 Casa Uno
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Address: Sanjercasvil Road, Gorordo Avenue 6000, Cebu City
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Contact information: +63 917 655 5005 | (032) 417 3886 | circa1900cebu@gmail.com
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Website: circa1900cebu.com
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Operating hours: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
2. If you want a romantic experience: Anzani Restaurant
Photo credit: @leylander on InstagramIf you and your partner are lovers of Mediterranean cuisine, Azana Restaurant, lodged on top of Nivel Hills gives you a panoramic view of breathtaking Cebu City; perfect for the ultimate date-night experience, anniversaries, birthdays, and more.
They offer fine dining Mediterranean food that’s been awarded as “One of Southeast Asia’s Best” by The International Award for Tourist, Hotel, and Restaurants. Gourmet meals, soft lights dangling from old Nara trees, infused with comfort, and elegance, this romantic restaurant should definitely be part of your Cebu bucket list.
Photo credit: @ilovephoebee on InstagramAnzani Restaurant:
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Address: Panorama Heights, Nivel Hills, Lahug, 6000, Cebu City
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Contact information: (032) 232 7375 | info@anzani.com.ph
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Website: Anzani – Accents
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Operating hours: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM | 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM
3. If you want to feel cozy and comfortably: Albur’s Restaurant
Photo credit: @alburscebu on InstagramPizzas, burgers, bean bags, and breeze - is there a better way to unwind? Albur’s Restaurant is another hidden restaurant in Cebu, perfect for a relaxing Friday night. This gem is located in the residential neighborhood of Villa Aurora. The next time you and your barkada want to make up for lost time over some yummy food, make sure to check out Albur’s!
Albur's Restaurant:
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Address: Gen. Lim Street, Cebu City
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Contact information: +63 956 788 8281 | team@albursrestaurant.com
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Operating hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
4. If you wish you were traveling: La Vie Parisienne
Photo credit: @travel_moment on InstagramWhen we think French, we think of elegance and sophistication. Macarons, retro coffee shops, and of course… Paris. If your trips to Europe were delayed last year, grab your berets and your French coats the next time you visit La Vie Parisienne in Cebu City. Just a pro tip: maybe visit on a week day because I hear it can get packed on weekends.
Photo credit: @sweetvselma on InstagramLa Vie Parisienne offers authentic French pastry, wines, and deli for the ultimate French experience similar to Paris, France. Known as the “Little Paris in Cebu,” this place captures the luxurious French ambiance, offering delicious French food, and bright lights of the historical city. Bon appétit!
La Vie Parisienne:
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Address: 371 Gorordo Avenue, Cebu City
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Contact information: (+63) 917 885 5739 | email
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Website: https://lavieparisienne.ph/
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Operating hours: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
5. If you want to get in touch with Pinoy culture: Lantaw Floating Native Restaurant
Photo credit: @lantawnativerestaurant on InstagramIf you’re looking for something more Filipino and an experience that will make you appreciate the Filipino culture, Lantaw Floating Native Restaurant located on the coast of Cordova, Cebu City offers the freshest seafood and meat.
Photo credit: @lantawnativerestaurant on InstagramOnce you board this aesthetic floating restaurant, you can feast on your all-time favorite Filipino dishes—like their best-selling Crispy Pata, Lechon Kawali, Garlic Buttered Crabs, and Kinilaw—while admiring the captivating sceneries of the sky and the sea. Pro-tip: Book a reservation in advance to avoid long queues!
Lantaw Floating Native Restaurant:
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Address: Day-as 6000 Cordova, Cebu City
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Contact information: +63 968 616 3045
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Operating hours: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
6. If you want to feel like you’re in Hawaii: Shaka’s Hawaiian Restaurant
Photo credit: @shakahawaiianrestaurant on InstagramNope, you’re not in Hawaii—you’re at Shaka’s Hawaiian Restaurant! Set in the heart of Cebu City’s busy streets, Shaka Hawaiian Restaurant will let you enjoy a wide selection of tasty Hawaiian dishes such as their best-selling Poke Bowls, Hawaiian Baked Scallops, and Seafood Luau Platter. This place is perfect for those who are into bright, vibrant, and colorful aesthetics.
Shaka's Hawaiian Restaurant:
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Address: Inez Villa St Garden Bloc, IT Park, Lahug, Cebu City 6000
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Contact information: +63 942 529 4512
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Operating hours: 11:00 AM -2:00 AM
7. If you’re searching for New York-Style Coffee Shops: Soho Park
Photo credit: @maymueblas on InstagramIn case you didn’t know, SoHo is short for South of Houston Street located in Lower Manhattan. SoHo Park, right in the heart of Cebu’s IT park, will give you a glimpse of New York city and will allow you to taste high quality bistro food by Chef Robert Leonhardt. Leonhardt offers a lovely diverse menu with ingredients both sourced locally in Cebu as well as internationally seasoned spices!
What makes this place unique is how it’s able to beautifully blend in Cebu’s laid back culture with the chill coffee shop aesthetic of New York. Bricked walls, open kitchen, good coffee, and chic interiors, SoHo is the perfect place to dine and chill.
Photo credit: @moirramanayon on InstagramSoho Park:
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Address: Ground Floor, Asia Premier Residences, Abad Street, Cebu IT Park, Cebu City
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Contact information: +63 32 415 7715
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Operating hours: 7:30 AM - 12:30 AM
8. For an East-Meets-West vibe: The Pyramid
Photo credit: @nikkozamora on InstagramWith its distinct glass and metal architecture, The Pyramid is unlike any other place to dine in Cebu. Its architecture is inspired by the Louvre Pyramid in Paris, France but food-wise, this aesthetic restaurant in Cebu serves a kaleidoscope of flavors from Asia and Europe. Craving for Korean comfort food? Their Bibimbap and Tteokbokki are must-tries! Or maybe you want some classic Filipino dishes? Their Crispy Pata and Pork Kawali are so flavorful you’ll want to come back for more. But if you’re looking to munch on carb-filled meals here, you have to get their Margherita Pizza and Bolognese Pasta.
The Pyramid:
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Address: eBloc 3 Tower West Geonzon Street, Cebu City 6000
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Contact information: (032) 516 0254 | thepyramid17@gmail.com
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Website: The Pyramid - Restaurant in Cebu City (business.site)
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Operating hours: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
9. If you’re looking for an aesthetic cocktail spot: The Social Cebu
Photo credit: @thesocialcebu on InstagramCan’t get enough of New York City? You’ll no doubt fall in love with The Social Cebu! This urban, aesthetic restaurant’s design takes its cues from old New York’s Brooklyn that exhibits its rustic vibe. If you know Dan from Gossip Girl, this hidden gem in Cebu will surely remind you of Dan and his dad’s apartment!
The good news is this can be your new go-to hangout spot to catch up with friends over cocktails and good food as they serve some of the best pizzas and pasta that will help you relax while you lounge around “New York.”
Photo credit: @thesocialcebu on InstagramThe Social Park:
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Address: Ayala 6000, Cebu City
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Contact information: +63 977 141 9349 | info@thesocialcebu.com.ph
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Operating hours: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
10. If you love retro: Sprocketeer Cafe
Photo credit: @bechaiida on InstagramThis cozy cafe is perfect if you’re into retro aesthetic - vibrant greens and pinks, chairs and tables from 50’s diners - Sprocketeer Cafe is the perfect place for a relaxing afternoon break munching on their milk tea, chicken poppers, Philly Cheesesteak, and Cheese Quesadilla.
Photo credit: @bechaiida on InstagramThe Sprocketeer:
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Address: Juana Osmeña Street 6000 Cebu City
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Contact information: 234 3304 | +63 995 022 9924
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Operating hours: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
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