Things to do in Manila: events, exhibitions, gigs, markets and the places worth knowing, chosen by editors who live here
What's on in Manila, chosen by editors who live here: things to do today, what's on this weekend, and the restaurants, bars and exhibitions worth crossing town for.
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Sari Sari, the Bar Hidden Behind the Mookata Restaurant
For a date or a slow nightcap with a well-travelled friend who likes a room with a point of view and the chance of live music; it is in Poblacion in Makati, an easy after-work stop if you are already around Makati or Poblacion.
- When
- Tuesday to Sunday6pm to 3am
- Where
- 5661 Washington Street corner Dela Rosa Street
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