Craft 1945 — Restaurant in Baguio

The moment we stepped through the doors, we knew we were in for an extraordinary culinary adventure. The combination of the warm and inviting ambiance, attentive staff, and the remarkable menu left us absolutely delighted.

To begin with, we indulged in the mouth watering Pollo Frito. The crispy exterior and tender, succulent meat were a perfect harmony of flavors. Each bite was an explosion of delight, leaving us craving for more. The Pollo Frito alone is reason enough to visit Craft 1945.

Since I myself am a Sisig lover, we tried their Spanish Sisig. This fusion dish beautifully blended the vibrant flavors of Filipino and Spanish cuisines. It arrived at our table, emitting an enticing aroma that instantly captivated our senses. The combination of tangy, savory, and slightly spicy notes was an absolute delight. It's a must-try for anyone looking for a unique twist on a beloved Filipino classic.

Next is Tips ala Pobre. The beef tips are cooked to perfection, tender and juicy. The dish is generously seasoned with garlic, giving it a robust and aromatic flavor. The garlic-infused olive oil adds a beautiful richness to the dish, enhancing the taste of the meat. Each bite is a burst of savory goodness that leaves you craving for more.

Moving on to the Baby Pandesal, these bite-sized pandesal buns are incredibly soft and fluffy. The moment you bite into one, you're greeted with a warm and comforting sensation. The crust is perfectly golden, providing a delightful contrast to the soft interior. These mini pandesals are great on their own, but they also make a fantastic accompaniment to the Tips ala Pobre. The combination of flavors is a match made in heaven, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. We ended up ordering more to bring home.

To accompany our incredible meal, we explored their crafted beers. The beer selection was extensive, offering a wide range of flavors and styles to suit every palate. We appreciated the dedication to quality and craftsmanship evident in every sip. The beers were well-paired with our food, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Throughout our visit, the staff provided exceptional service. They were knowledgeable about the menu, offering insightful recommendations and ensuring our comfort throughout the evening. Their genuine passion for food and drink elevated our dining experience to new heights.

Highly...

When eating dinner in Baguio, one must remember that you are in the province. Hence, most establishments close earlier that you might probably been accustomed to. Majority would close by 8pm. Luckily, Craft 1945 closes much later. On thuis day, it was 10pm.

Waze or Google Maps navigation would be needed as you might miss the ramp going up the place. As with many places in Baguio, this one has a steep ramp with curve right before you land on the main deck. But don't worry, most cars. An easily handle this. Parking would also be a bit tricky and limited so better plan your dining experience outside of the peak hours.

The place has two levels but if you want to a more spacious area, better ambiance, and listen to some band while dining, then the second floor is a must.

As the name of the place suggest, they offer a variety of Craft Beers. As there is a number of them on the menu, they offer free beer tasting so you would be able to order the best one for your palate. Their menu indicates their beer's Alcohol By Volume and IBU Rating (bitterness scale) so you would have an idea outright.

As for food, they offer a wide variety but I ordered their steak. I have always been adamant in ordering Medium Rare as many restaurants do not get it well, but Craft 1945 does it excellently!

They also offer you a complementary bowl of small pandesals while you wait. Don't let their size fool you, they do taste great.

If there is one thing I did not like was the delay between ordering and the order arriving since they have to go down to the ground floor before they can serve you the item. As was the case with the craft beers I ordered. I seated myself right beside the bar but it seemed to take eons for them to bring it. It wasn't that long but indeed there was a delay.

Over-all, I liked my dining experience at Craft 1945 and will dine again here when I...

Outlook drive is where some of Baguio’s rich and elite built their homes. Hence the huge houses that are slowly being converted into Restaurants.

As you get to Craft, you must first drive up this long steep single lane hill with a bonus blind curve, my first thought is that I hope nobody is coming down this road right now. And as we get to the top you’ll find that the parking is manageable but then again it was already 30 minutes past 1 in the afternoon. The building is a typical wooden mansion built back in the 60’s and looks like it hasn’t been cared for since the turn of the century with faded paint and zero effort to make the interior look appealing... Just a hallow building with table and chairs.

As we were seated, we couldn’t help but witness the two bus boys one of whom was setting our table, a table for me and my wife argue with each other on who gets to go on break first. I Wanted to say to them and tell them that they should discuss those things in the back away from their customers As for the food, there’s jnothing special about the food. It Taste like every other average restaurant food.

There was one good thing that we ate. It was their complimentary mini pandesal. Now that deserves 5 stars, it would have been nice though if it was given to us before we finished our soup.

By the end of it all, we had some left over ceasar salad that we wanted to take home for our daughter’s pet rabbit. As we got our take out salad in a brown paper bag we quickly noticed that it had greasy finger pints all over the bag. It was a new bag but who ever wraped it or handled the bag probably didnt wash their hands. We expected more from craft but we were disappointed again and again. We won’t be going...