Here Cafe — Restaurant in Mabalacat

Pastries range from 160 to 250. The chocolate cake on my photo is worth 250. The ganache is good, but the sponge is dry and grainy. It seems stale, as if baked at least 4 days ago.

The bacon and cheese dish is good, but even though I asked for it to be heated, they served parts of it cold, so I asked for it to be reheated.

The toowoomba shrimp pasta is delicious. It's worth 450 for one serving.

Some of the display cases had flies inside them. The lemon cheesecake that I ordered had fruit flies swarming it as I laid it on our table. I suppose it would be good if they assigned a crew member to check on the pastry display constantly. Insects can easily enter the premises as diners come in through the doorways.

The cashier was quite unfriendly. She must have been tired because it was around 7:30 PM and the place was packed. She was a bit impatient.

There were servers roving the 2nd floor, clearing tables quite promptly. One of them helped us pack one pastry to go.

There's a self-service area with water and cuttlery in the middle of the 2nd floor. I didn't notice if they had one on the ground floor.

The chairs looked nice but they were not suitable for dining. They were too reclined, more suitable for sleeping. Their height and the height of the tables are mismatched, very uncomfortable for dining. The regular tables at the porch are more suitable for dining, but al fresco dining was not inviting last night because it was humid, there were large insects flying around, and there were no electric fans.

The place is large, yet it still gets packed. The tables are set within a reasonable distance from each other, so there's ample room to move around and not be bothered by strangers. Families with young children and large groups of people frequent this place, so be prepared to endure loud screams, kids running around, people of all ages with phones on loudspeaker setting. The place is always buzzing with noise.

This place is generally okay, but considering the insects swarming the food, the pastries not fresh, it is...

Enjoyed it HERE! 😄

A charming cafe that offers a delightful escape from the ordinary. The ambiance is inviting, with a spacious layout and an alfresco dining area that creates a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. This makes it a perfect spot to unwind and socialize.

While the cafe boasts a wonderful ambiance, it's important to note that it might not be the most convenient option for those without their own transportation. The location is a bit out of the way, making frequent visits a bit of a challenge. However, if you have access to a car, it's definitely worth the trip.

Their is commendable, with attentive staff and quick service. I particularly enjoyed the Spanish latte, which was perfectly brewed, and the Charlie Chan pasta, a flavorful and satisfying dish. The menu is a bit on the pricier side, but the quality of the food justifies the cost. My boyfriend also enjoyed the meatball spaghetti, adding to the overall positive dining experience.

While the cafe offers a selection of baked goods, my experience with the garlic cream cheese bread was a bit underwhelming. The cream cheese was overpowering, overshadowing the garlic flavor, and the bread-to-cream cheese ratio was off. This is just my personal experience, and others may find it more appealing.

Despite the slight drawback with the garlic cream cheese bread, Here Cafe is a worthwhile destination for those seeking a different cafe experience in Pampanga,...

[Edit] 2 weeks later, I'll have to take a star away since the menu got smaller & just seems typical now (they no longer serve the special sandwich I mentioned below).

Prices went up too. Macarons went from 60php to a hundred for example. Can't blame them too much due to inflation, but still a con.

Also tried a vanilla iced drink thingie - nothing special.

On the added pros, they now accept credit cards.

[End of Edit]

Not a bad addition to the growing number of Korean-owned cafes in the Clark/Angeles areas.

It's the usual coffee, tea, shakes, cakes & pastries menu with the beautiful, instagrammable place. They do offer something different (compared to say, BOM or Tom & Tom's) in that they have healthier options, like salads, etc.

We ordered the Asian salad & their Special sandwich. Both were excellent & provided a great blend of sweet, sour, & salty tastes. The veggies & chicken used were super fresh, not frozen goods.

The view when dining in their interior or exterior areas are very cool. That's a given, since this is within CDC, where the trees are abundant.

Haven't been to their bathroom, but my partner told me it's a highlight of the place too, with special hands-free toilets.

Staff was great too.

For payments, they only accept cash (for now). But since they've just opened, there will most likely be...