The Writers Bar
Makati, Manila
Bar in Manila, Philippines
Book with PearlWhy go
A strong choice for a quiet Makati date, The Writers Bar is better for afternoon tea, classic cocktails, and composed hotel-lounge conversation than for a high-energy night out. At about $30 per person, it makes sense when atmosphere and ease matter more than a chef-led food menu or experimental cocktail credentials.
About The Writers Bar
The Writers Bar in Manila is a direct choice to evaluate on basics: it is listed at $30 per person, keeps daily hours from 2–11 PM, and has a smart casual dress code.
Use it when the confirmed schedule, price point, and dress code fit the plan. If you are comparing it with other dining or bar options in Manila, focus on whether a 2 PM opening, 11 PM closing time, and smart casual tone match the occasion.
A practical Manila option with clear basics
The information supports a simple planning conclusion: The Writers Bar is a Manila venue with predictable daily hours and a smart casual standard. It should not be chosen on the basis of claims about a particular cocktail list, entertainment schedule, afternoon tea service, or room style.
For wider planning around the city, use our full Manila restaurants guide, our full Manila hotels guide, and our full Manila bars guide.
Book it for the confirmed hours, price, and dress code
Because the confirmed details are limited, the clearest reason to book is convenience around the stated hours and price. The Writers Bar is open daily from 2–11 PM, which gives it afternoon and evening flexibility, and the listed spend is $30 per person.
Who should choose it
Choose The Writers Bar if you want a Manila venue with a smart casual dress code, daily 2–11 PM hours, and a $30 per-person price point.
Planning details
- Location
- 1, Raffles Drive, Makati Ave, Makati City, 1224 Metro Manila, Philippines
- Website
- raffles.com/makati/dining/writers-bar
- Phone
- +63 2 8555 9840
Venue details
Ambiance
Quiet, softly lit and refined, with plush lounge seating, curated artworks, and a calm, unhurried hotel-lobby atmosphere designed for conversation, afternoon tea, and relaxed evening drinks.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Hotel Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Live Piano and Violin for Afternoon Tea, Occasional Live Jazz Features in the Evenings.
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
Singapore Sling
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1, Raffles Drive, Makati Ave, Makati City, 1224 Metro Manila, Philippines
Planning details
Location
1, Raffles Drive, Makati Ave, Makati City, 1224 Metro Manila, Philippines · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Mistral Rooftop Bar, Notable alternative
- Long Bar, Notable alternative
- Fairmont Lounge, Notable alternative
- Makati Shangri-La, Notable alternative
- The Curator, Notable alternative
Bar context
For a quiet date-night drink in Manila, The Writers Bar is easier to recommend than Mistral Rooftop Bar if conversation matters more than views. Mistral is the better pick when the occasion needs skyline atmosphere; The Writers Bar is the lower-friction option when the plan is a polished drink in Makati without making the bar the whole night.
Against Long Bar and Fairmont Lounge, this sits in the same hotel-lounge decision set. Choose Long Bar if the evening needs more bar identity, Fairmont Lounge if proximity or hotel logistics line up better, and The Writers Bar if a quieter two-person setting is the priority.
The Curator is the stronger choice for drink-focused guests who want a cocktail destination rather than a hotel-lounge fallback. Makati Shangri-La makes more sense when the plan is anchored outside the immediate Makati hotel cluster, but for an easy Makati date setup, The Writers Bar is the more direct call.
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Compare The Writers Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Writers Bar | Manila | No published awards |
| Mistral Rooftop Bar | Manila | No published awards |
| Long Bar | Manila | No published awards |
| Fairmont Lounge | Manila | No published awards |
| Makati Shangri-La | Makati | No published awards |
| The Curator | Manila | Top 500 Bars 2026 · #3472025 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #78Top 500 Bars 2025 · #2272024 Asia's 50 Best Bars · #332023 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #342021 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #382020 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #422019 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #372018 World's 50 Asia's Best Bars · #25 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Writers Bar open late?
The Writers Bar is open until 11 PM every day. Its hours are 2–11 PM daily in Manila.
Is The Writers Bar good for groups?
The confirmed details are a $30 per-person price point, daily 2–11 PM hours, and a smart casual dress code.
Is the food good at The Writers Bar?
Is The Writers Bar good for a date?
It can be considered for a date if the basics fit: Manila location, daily 2–11 PM hours, $30 per person, and a smart casual dress code. Specific atmosphere and menu details should be confirmed directly.
What's the best time to go to The Writers Bar?
The hours are 2–11 PM every day. Choose a time within that window based on your plan, and confirm directly with the venue if timing, atmosphere, or availability is important.
