Filipino
Makati, Metro Manila
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The food is good and getting fishbowls to share is always a great bonding experience. The new place looks spacious and stylish, though I do miss the atmosphere of the original Lan Kwai which was smaller and much more intimate. This place was almost empty when we came in the afternoon, but slowly filled up and had more of a party vibe at night. There were even bouncers checking IDs lol. It's a nice place, just very different from the cozier Lan Kwai I was used to when I was a student.
All I can say is it is the best Hong Kong quick fix in Manila! Don't leave this place without ordering the rib fingers. You'll regret it. Parking is limited although there are available slots nearby. Smoking is allowed.
Best house music for me and has the right balance of party and chill. Drinks are the cutest!
I've been meaning to go to Lan Kwai for some time now, some friends have mentioned that it's just okay. A small alley leads to a narrow staircase going up to LK. It's not a huge place, maybe seating good for 20-30 pax max but it sure has the Chinatown vibes, definitely felt like I was in a different country. I like how it felt secluded, it was all dark and the red neon was the only thing illuminating the place. Food was good and cocktails were reasonably priced. Highly recommended.
Pretty nostalgic being in Lan Kwai again. It's a much bigger venue so more space to hang out with friends. Drinks are still the same with the classic fish bowl cocktails. Sad how some of the food arent being served anymore. Wouldve loved to eat some duck rice again or some noodles. Either way it was fun.
Kabila is a Restaurant located at Makati, Metro Manila.