Odd Cafe | Makati — Restaurant in Makati

This cafe is located on the 7th floor of a building. Once you got off the floor, just head to your right and you'll immediately see the cafe. They have a white signage at the entrance on the ground of the building so you won't miss it.

I like the unique feel of the cafe (fitting for Odd) with its bare concrete walls and floor, mixed with neon lights and pops of colors, and the combination of different materials and shapes with the furniture and decor.

The oddity doesn't stop with the interior, it's also on how they name their menu items and how they introduce not so common flavor combinations but I feel like they could introduce crazier combinations that will really make your head tilt. They offer signature mixes and even interesting savory food.

I had the French Kiss which lived up to its description of a locked mix between espresso, vanilla, and cinnamon.

I would also like to commend how they train their staff. They saw how full my hands were so they offered to serve my coffee at the table. My card was giving an error on the machine and they proactively showed me the history transaction just to assure me it wasn't charged on my account. I think those small things shows how well prepared they are in showing care for their customers.

Lastly, I love that they use their extra space to give opportunities to small business and artists. There was a flea market and I got to purchase some self-made art stickers...

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Saw the place popping up a few times by various Manila based cafe hoppers so I had to take the chance to visit Odd Café before flying back home. Located on the 7th floor of the Finman Building, it already feels like a secret spot. As soon as you exit the elevator and turn right, you’re greeted by a space that’s both industrial and playful. Concrete, pops of color, quirky furniture, and a glow from neon signage that gives it real personality.

Their concept leans fully into the "odd," from the décor down to the drink names and flavor profiles. Their (limited?) special “Peppah Peach”, a peach tea-based drink with a twist of black pepper. I was intrigued by the combo, and honestly? I can see where they were trying to go with it. However, with fresh black pepper it just floats on the top. It might have been better as an infusion or black pepper syrup, otherwise very refreshing.

What stood out even more was the staff. Genuinely helpful and proactive, they made the visit feel personal. When I was juggling too many things, someone immediately offered to bring my drink to my table. Small gesture, big impact.

What threw me off, though, was that it was served in a paper cup, even though the photo of the drink was in a glass. I know it’s a small thing, but it’s one of...

Possibly my fave cafe by far. I'm not a big coffee person so my food rating is based on their non-coffee drinks and pastries. I'm particular with my drinks and food so I'd have to take off some points. I do feel that the banana bread, while the concept of adding matcha powder to it is quite novel, does not add any value as I can barely taste it. I do feel it is quite dry as well. I do have to commend the presentation for their drinks but the taste isn't something that has wowed me. However, I would recommend the Tokyo Cloud as I feel that that drink offers something quite different for anyone's taste buds.

Now, let's go with the strengths of Odd Cafe. The space. If there is anything that I would commend Odd Cafe at, it is literally the fact that the working space isn't crowded and doesn't feel as if you're cramming with other people. You can work in peace and most, if not all, have outlets so you can work for long hours (but please do buy drinks or food if you are, don't be stingy). The wifi is strong and the staff are all friendly.

This is by far the best co-working / cafe space I've been to and honestly, I'd gatekeep this but I'm glad they're popular enough to keep being...