L'Eau Vive in Asia — Restaurant in Manila

Note: cash only. As of June 30, their GCash account is already full. So be prepared to bring a lot of cash to pay for your meals - especially dinner.

Eating at L'Eau Vive is like going back in time. Specifically the mid-80's, which is when this restaurant opened first. It's run by an apostolic society of nuns, and dinnertime can find you being invited to join the Ave Maria evening prayers at 745pm.

With the presence of Vietnamese nuns, the restaurant now serves both French and Vietnamese food. Tasty fare, and our favorite was the steak with a mustard gravy sauce.

Yes, quite expensive - but think of it as a charitable endeavor (especially if...

Food is good. Price point is okay. Free parking. Service is terrible and have to follow up everything. The nuns are nice and smiley but I cannot understand the Vietnamese nuns. I had to hunt them down in order to get my order and get my bill. I tried calling them over to my table even just to serve me water, and to no avail. The irony of not serving water and you’re called L’Eau Vive. I asked for the menu for dessert, they also didn’t give it, so I decided not to order instead. Food is good, service does not exist apart from happy cheerful smiles. They need actual hospitality training and to be attentive and learn how to communicate with...

It's a very peaceful quaint hidden oasis within the metro that is worth to explore and try. Relax with some sounds of nature while you dine and hear the humble beginnings and their mission.

They serve French and some Vietnamese cuisine and specially cooked by our very own nuns and lay sisters. You can also learn more and help about their amazing mission and feeding program. When dining you don't just enjoy the gastronomic experience but also help in their mission.

Has limited parking space and just around the corner before you cross the bridge opposite of Robinson Otis you...