One of the largest cities in Metro Manila and home to the two biggest television networks in the country, Quezon City is a great vacation location. It has numerous hotels, attractions, cultural sites, parks, and staycation spots. One of the must-visit sites here is the Quezon Memorial Circle, a memorial to the late president Manuel L. Quezon. The art-deco memorial features a garden that contains the World Peace Bell Monument, as well as fountains and playgrounds. The city also boasts many food hubs, which you can find in its many streets and avenues, including Maginhawa, Tomas Morato, Timog, and more. If you’re into a more classy dining experience, you should read our list of the best fine-dining restaurants in Quezon City, the Philippines.
1. Alba Restaurante Español
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Featuring a cozy ambiance, Alba Restaurante Español is a fine-dining restaurant that you shouldn’t miss whenever you’re in Quezon City. It has a traditional Spanish interior, which you can see in its decor and furnishings, like the Spanish lamps, ornamental plates, tables draped with red cloth, and vibrant murals. It is also known for its Castilian cuisine, featuring different kinds of paella, including their Paella Valenciana and Paella Negra.
They also have Filipino and Italian dishes, like pizza, pasta, and lechon. Moreover, you can avail of their lunch and dinner buffet if you want to have a taste of everything they offer.
Alba Restaurante Español
Address: Tomas Morato cor. Dr. Scout, Sct. Lozano St, Quezon City, 1103 Metro Manila
Website: Alba Restaurante Español
Opening hours: 9am - 10:30pm (daily)
2. Melo's Restaurant
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Known for their authentic Wagyu and Angus Beef, Melo’s Restaurant is the place to be if you’re craving steak. The venue is elegant with its wooden walls, decorative plants, tables dressed in white linens, and dim lighting. No matter how you want your steak cooked, the restaurant can surely serve it to you. But, they highly encourage you to order your steak no more cooked than medium, for the beef to retain its flavor and juices.
Apart from their steak, the desserts here are also popular among locals. They are specially made by Sweet Bella Cakes and Pastries, just for Melo’s.
Melo's Restaurant
Address: 58 Sgt. Esguerra Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Opening hours: 11am - 10pm (daily)
3. Provenciano
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Posted by Provenciano Restaurant on Friday, February 12, 2021
When you’ve exhausted all the fun things to do in Quezon City, the only thing left to do is to relax and indulge in fine-dining cuisine. Located on Maginhawa Street, a famous food hub in Quezon City, Provenciano is one of the most sought after fine-dining restaurants in the area. It is reminiscent of an old ancestral home in the Philippines and, upon entering, you’ll be welcomed by all-white walls and elegant interior that features antique-like decor, vintage knick-knacks, beautiful paintings, and modern lighting.
It offers traditional Filipino cuisine with a modern twist. They have a large selection of dishes, starting from soups to various mains and desserts. A few of their bestsellers include their Hardinera, Tinumis, Binakol na Manok, and many others.
Provenciano
Address: 110 Maginhawa Street, Diliman, Lungsod Quezon, 1101 Kalakhang Maynila
Website: Provenciano
Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)
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4. Ninyo Fusion Cuisine
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Apart from the romantic places in the city, there is still another place you can visit for a romantic evening with your partner. One of the most sought-after dinner date spots in Quezon City, Ninyo Fusion Cuisine will make you feel like you’re entering a secret realm, where upon entering, you’ll be greeted by golden lights, lovely plants, and draping vines. The menu here is a fusion of Asian and European cuisine and you’ll find steak, salmon, panna cotta, seafood dishes, and more.
Although you can order a la carte meals here, the restaurant highly recommends their set menus, which are composed of mouth-watering dishes, plus a glass of wine. If you’re looking for a more intimate dining experience, you can ask for one of their private gazebos.
Ninyo Fusion Cuisine
Address: 66, Project 2, Quezon City, 1108 Metro Manila, Philippines
Opening hours: Sun - Sat: 11am - 2pm & 6 - 10pm (closed on Mon)
5. Lemuria Gourmet Restaurant
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With a boutique-like ambiance, Lemuria’s is located above the Brumms Quality Wine Cellar, which can hold more than 27,000 bottles of wine. The selection of wines here includes those from Germany, Austria, and Romania. This hidden gem of a restaurant offers French cuisine, where you can choose to order one of their set meals or a la carte and pair them with their curated wine list.
The food here is aesthetically prepared and only made from the freshest quality ingredients. Just a heads up, Lemuria has a dress code, so make sure to follow it.
Lemuria Gourmet Restaurant
Address: 5 Julieta Circle, Horseshoe Village, Quezon City, 1112 Metro Manila
Website: Lemuria Gourmet Restaurant
Opening hours: Sun - Sat: 6pm - 10:30pm (closed on Mon)
6. Seven Corners Restaurant
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Located in the Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria, one of the most luxurious hotels in Manila, Seven Corners Restaurant is an upscale, all-you-can-eat restaurant. The venue is spacious, elegantly furnished, and brightly lit. It comes with seven stations where you can find different dishes from around the world, including American, Italian, and Asian cuisine.
One of the highlights of this international buffet is its seafood station, where you can choose your seafood and let the chef prepare it for you. Another not to be missed area here is the carving station that features different kinds of steaks, from ribs to ribeye and flank steak.
Seven Corners Restaurant
Address: Ortigas Avenue, corner ADB Ave, Ortigas Center, Quezon City, 1100 Metro Manila
Website: Seven Corners Restaurant
Opening hours: 6am - 10:30pm (daily)
7. Zucchini's Restaurant
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Are you looking for a fine-dining restaurant in Quezon City where you can bring your family or special someone? If so, you can never go wrong with Zucchini’s Restaurant. It is both elegant and simple and has a rustic vibe that can make anyone feel at home. Their menu is composed of modern European cuisine, including salads, soups, pasta, desserts, a variety of grilled meat, and more. Apart from food, they also serve wine and other spirits, as well as coffee.
Zucchini's Restaurant
Address: Sct. Tuason cor. Sct. Castor, Laging Handa, Quezon City, 1103 Metro Manila
Website: Zucchini’s Restaurant
Opening hours: 11am - 2pm & 6pm - 11pm (daily)
8. Mario's Restaurant
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Mario’s Restaurant is nestled on tomas Morato Avenue, which is also lined with many different dining options including sushi restaurants and rooftop restaurants.
Nestled on Tomas Morato Avenue, which is lined with many different restaurants and fast food outlets, Mario’s is like no other, with its old-world vibe, cozy atmosphere, and tastefully decorated venue that is perfect for any occasion, especially date nights. It specializes in Filipino-Spanish cuisine and is known for its flavorful steak and appetizing Ceasar’s salad.
One of the must-try dishes here is their Paella Valenciana that is made from scratch, which you shouldn’t order if you’re not willing to wait, for it takes a lot of time to prepare.
Mario's Restaurant
Address: 191 Tomas Morato Ave, Diliman, Quezon City, 1103 Metro Manila
Opening hours: Mon - Fri: 7:30am - 2:30pm & 5pm - 10pm; Sat - Sun: 7am - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 10pm
9. The Aristocrat Restaurant
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One of the most popular restaurants in the Philippines, with branches all over Metro Manila, the Aristocrat Restaurant started as a snack mobile in 1936 and has evolved into a family-owned corporation. The restaurant features a casual atmosphere with wooden tables, orange-colored chairs, and simple decor.
As for their menu, they serve authentic Filipino dishes that will delight your tummy at any time of the day. Apart from the main dishes, they also have a bakery here where you can order cakes.
The Aristocrat Restaurant
Address: 518 Banawe St, Santa Mesa Heights, Quezon City, Metro Manila
Website: The Aristocrat Restaurant
Opening hours: 7am - 10pm (daily)
10. Casa Renato Resto & Events Place
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Posted by Casa Renato on Monday, November 23, 2020
Located in an old family house in Fairview, Casa Renato will transport you back to another time and continent – Europe. It has an old-world charm that is evident in its ancient-like door at the entrance and antique decor, including posters, old records, and bottles.
Apart from the main dining area, which more or less can seat up to 25 people, it also has backyard seating and dining rooms, which you can reserve for intimate gatherings or other events. As for the menu, the restaurant offers Filipino, American, Italian, and Mexican cuisine. Additionally, the food here is good for sharing and fairly priced.
Casa Renato Resto & Events Place
Address: 7 Dahlia Ave, Novaliches, Quezon City, 1118 Metro Manila
Website: Casa Renato Resto & Events Place
Opening hours: 11am - 2pm & 6pm - 10pm (daily)
Eat classy in QC

A foodie’s hub, Quezon City will delight you with its many food options. Don’t forget to visit Maginhawa, with its street-lined cafes, Tomas Morato Avenue and its many Korean restaurants, and Timog, where you’ll find many nightspots and comedy bars. For more ideas of its food scene, check out our list of the best fine-dining restaurants in Quezon City, the Philippines. Planning a trip here soon? Consider staying in one of the hotels with hot tubs for your accommodation needs.
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