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Christmas 2025: Metro Manila spots with private rooms for intimate gatherings
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The Christmas season is a time when many of us make it a point to slow down and spend quality moments with our loved ones.
Beyond the gift-giving, there’s nothing quite like sharing laughter and stories over a delicious meal with the people who matter most.
Before reservations become tight, get a head start with your holiday plans! Below are some restaurants in Metro Manila with private function rooms perfect for intimate gatherings and celebrations.
1. Flame Private Dining
Flame offers several private dining spaces suited for any occasion, with menus by Chef Luis Chikiamco tailored to your group’s preferences. Craving Western and Asian plated dishes? Check. Leaning toward themed buffets? Check. Afternoon teas, perhaps? Check!
Flame has three rooms to choose from.
Offering views of Urdaneta Village and the city skyline, the Urdaneta Dining Room can accommodate up to 30 guests and offers options for a plated or buffet setup. Price ranges from P50,000 to P150,000.
The Ayala Dining Room meanwhile overlooks Ayala Avenue and is ideal for intimate gatherings or business events for up to 30 pax. The price ranges from P50,000 to P150,000, and you can choose between plated or buffet setup.
Finally, the open-air space of Flame Al Fresco, with views of Makati, Rockwell, and BGC, is perfect for cocktail hour and evening receptions. For a cocktail buffet, it can accommodate up to 40 seated guests or 50 standing guests. The price ranges from P100,000 to P120,000.
Flame’s menus range from Western and Asian plated dishes to themed buffets, afternoon teas, or customized degustations at The Hub — all tailored to your group’s preferences.
Discovery Primea, 6749 Ayala Ave, Makati City. For reservations, email flame.dining@discovery.com.ph.
2. Deo Gracias
Tucked away in a quiet Quezon City neighborhood, is the Michelin-selected Deo Gracias, a charming house-turned-restaurant known for serving authentic Spanish cuisine.
Partake in the various dishes on offer including our croquetas, gambas al ajillo, and a wide selection of paellas perfect for sharing.
Deo Gracis has function rooms that can be reserved for private gatherings, accommodating up to 10 to 12 guests. The space is available for a minimum consumable rate of P20,000.
No. 12 11th Jamboree St., Quezon City. For reservations, you may contact 02 7005 6741.
3. TungLok Seafood Philippines
Hailing from Singapore, TungLok Seafood at S Maison is a go-to spot for groups who love seafood and delicious Chinese flavors. Among its bestsellers are the signature chili crab, Peking duck, and crispy fried egg noodles with seafood.
The restaurant has four private rooms that can accommodate up to 20 guests, making it an ideal venue for family gatherings or business dinners.
S Maison, Seaside Boulevard, Coral Way, Pasay City. For reservations, you may call 0917-121-0082.
4. Lugang Café
At the SM Aura Premiere location of Lugang Café, you can rent the Lanai Room for parties of 30 to 50 pax. The spacious private area is perfect for reunions or large group celebrations.
Guests can customize their menu from Lugang’s extensive selection of Taiwanese specialties, including dim sum, noodles, soups, vegetables, rice, and congee. For convenience, you may also opt for set menus curated by the restaurant.
Sm Aura Premier, 26th Street, Corner McKinley Pkwy, Taguig. For reservations, you may email lugangcafe.aura@gmail.com.
5. Dave & Buster’s
If you’re looking for a venue that offers both food and fun, Dave & Buster’s is the place to be. The newly opened arcade-bar at Opus Mall combines hearty American comfort food with an array of imported arcade games for an interactive dining experience.
It features private rooms that can host 10 to 20 guests for corporate functions, team events, or casual get-togethers.
Opus Mall, Bridgetowne Destination Estate, Opus, Bridgetowne Blvd, Quezon City. For reservations, you may call (02) 8397 1888.
