3 places in Antipolo for that perfect summer date

Summer is the perfect time to keep the passion — ahem — burning. Grand escapades is great, but for a lot of Metro Manila residents busy with their nine-to-fives, it's not always feasible.

Enter Antipolo.

The city east of Metro Manila has several great locations for a day trip hike, a sundown session, or a quick romantic getaway.

If you're looking for a low-key but elegant restaurant where you can enjoy a special dinner with your bae or besh, here are a few that come highly recommended.

1. Vieux Chalet Swiss Restaurant

 

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Feb 14, 2018 at 8:40pm PST

A panoramic view of Manila — from Cubao to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport — can be seen at Vieux Chalet. European cuisine is featured prominently in the menu and the owners suggest that couples book a table in the evening; big groups usually come in for breakfast and lunch. The best sellers include Mother's Garden Salad, Five Cheese Pizza, Cheese and Chocolate Fondue, and Smoked Porked.

456 Taktak Rd, Antipolo, 1870 Rizal. Contact: +632 6970396.

2. Yellow Lantern Cafe

 

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Apr 17, 2016 at 2:20am PDT

Fusion cuisine is what keeps a diners coming back to Yellow Lantern Cafe. The restaurant offers a view of Laguna Bay to Metro Manila and is perfect for catching that magic hour at sunset. Their best sellers include Umaapaw in Paellara, Babyback Ribs. and Chocnut Cheesecake

267 Sumulong Hwy, Antipolo, Rizal. +632 6315648

3. Cafe Lupe

 

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Oct 30, 2017 at 3:43am PDT

For the laid-back couple who want to have dinner and drinks and maybe hangout with their friends, Cafe Lupe is it. There's a live band performance during the evenings and lovers can partake in hearty bar grub like nachos while enjoying the music. Ilonggo dishes are also on offer, including the best-selling kadyos.

Lot 2-C & 2-B Sumulong Hwy, Antipolo, Rizal. Contact: +632 4703201. — Aya Tantiangco/LA, GMA News