6 Private dining spots you can book for a safe and romantic Valentine's Day

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and even with the ongoing pandemic, love should still be celebrated. It need not to be fancy, though, because a romantic time can be achieved for as low as P500.

Aside from avoiding the hustle and bustle, private dining allows for a safer and more peaceful dining experience anchored on safety standards. 

Whether you’re spending Valentine’s Day with your special someone or with your family, we’ve listed some private dining spots that you might want to try out.

1. Gubat

Under the new normal, this hidden restaurant’s whole space can be enjoyed for just a booking fee of P500 by one party, which could be as intimate as two people or larger at 10 persons.

The booking fee doesn't include the food charges, which shouldn't be too much of a worry. Aside from the relaxed al fresco feels — you're right smack in a bonsai garden — Gubat  will also satisfy one’s love for Filipino food. Their menu features some of Pinoys’ favorites with the most expensive one being P200. These include lechon kawali, adobong baboy, tuyo and beef tapa.

Valentine’s or not, this is the perfect place to be if you want a private venue to surprise your loved one without hurting your pocket too much.

Diliman Bonsai Society, 104 C.P. Garcia Avenue, Brgy. UP Campus, Diliman, Quezon City. For reservations, text or message them through Viber: 09666271522.

2. Dakota Cabin

If you’re a fan of history or aircrafts, Dakota Cabin is a must try. Located in a heritage building over a hundred years in Manila, this restaurant is based on the Douglas DC-3 aircraft, also known as the C-47 Skytrain or "Dakota" in British service.

This café, bar and bistro accepts a room reservation for two for just P1,499 that's already inclusive of a three-course meal and two glasses of Chilean red wine for Valentine’s Day.

Mabini Street, Ermita, Manila. They can be contacted through their Facebook page or mobile number 09154012367 for reservations or inquiries.

3. Linamnam MNL

Craving adventure and a new twist to Filipino food? Served right from Chef Patrick “Don” Baldosano’s backyard, Linamnam MNL offers a tasting menu consists of an 11-course meal that is divided into five: Kagat, Lupa, Dagat, Karne and Tamis.

Their menu changes every week, so you can be sure excitement is on the books. Don’t fret, though, because Chef Don assures that although filled with possibilities, the food remains familiar to Filipinos.

 

 

 

 

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Some of Chef Don’s masterpieces include the “Kulma na Baboy,” “Adobo Tinapay” and “Lumpiang Maja Blanca.” More of their food are available for viewing through their Instagram account.

Linamnam accepts only one reservation a day so you can be sure to have a safe and delicious Valentine's date. 

31 Greenvale 2, Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque. Venue reservation for two is P800, and food is at P1,600 per person. 09175730246.

4. Hapag MNL

Inspired to do more for their customers, Hapag MNL is partnering with renowned pastry chef Alexa Versoza for Valentine’s Day. Gran Hacienda’s Butz Tenchavez and 2019 Sommelier of the Year Ian Santos will also be curating the wine pairings that will go perfectly with each course.

Hapag only accepts two seatings per day so you can be assured that privacy and safety measures are spot on. The eight-course tasting menu costs P3,500 per person and an additional payment of around P1,000 if you wish to try more of their wine pairings.

Missed out on the two seating rule? Hapag has a V-day package inclusive of a four-course menu, a bottle of wine and mood-setting essentials.

Hapag MNL is known for their modern yet traditional food heavily inspired by Filipino cuisine. 

201 Katipunan Ave., Project 4, Quezon City. Website or call them through 09475601853.

5. Vubble Pods at Sheraton Manila

Sheraton Manila has installed their first-ever luxury outdoor dining pods in the country called “Vubble Pods.” Located across Hilton Manila and Sheraton Manila’s poolsides, customers are sure to get a 360 degree view of the garden and pool.

As for the food, it depends on the hotel of your choice. Sheraton Manila offers a special five-course meal curated by its world class culinary team starting at P5,000 per person. Hilton Manila, meanwhile, features a classic surf and turf dish with a three-course wine pairing starting at P10,000 for two.

Book a vubble pod through 09178597458 or  09178397664. 

6. Purple Owl

Tagged as one of the most romantic destinations in Tagaytay, Purple Owl offers Valentine’s Day packages starting at P10,500. A bit steep, we know, but it includes a five-course meal, complimentary glasses of wine for two, as well as a special gift to customers.

Worried that your date might get boring? No worries because their offerings include entertainment such as a live band and a photo booth. Depending on the package you choose, you can also add a bouquet of roses and a movie setup for P2,200 and P3,000, respectively.

To book a private room, simple message them through their Facebook account.

Happy Valentine’s, Kapuso!

— LA, GMA News