When you hear the word “food trip,” what is the first thing that comes to your mind? The restaurants along Maginhawa Street in Quezon City, the famous food hubs in Makati and other parts of the Metro are the places immediately associated with “food trips” or good food. While their fame certainly isn’t for nothing, they are oftentimes packed, and for some, a struggle to go to.
Just a short drive outside the Metro is a location where you can find great food, a must-visit for people looking not only for good food but also for good coffee and a relaxing ambiance. They will make you rethink of going to Maginhawa or anywhere in the Metro, just to satisfy your cravings. Near the maaliwalas community of Lessandra Sta. Maria in Bulacan, tons of cafes exist with unique exterior and interior designs, fresh good food concepts that come with good service, at a reasonable price. The short distance proved to be a welcomed advantage for Lessandra homeowners all the while as they revel in all the perks of their house and lot investments. Today, these coffee shops are drawing more and more attention, making everyone want to visit Sta Maria, Bulacan. Narrowing down the list, let us take a look at the top five best cafes you will fall in love at first try:
Good Food and Good Times in Santa Maria
1. Sili Cafe
Sili Cafe is located in a private resort in Mahabang Parang, Sta. Maria. If you are looking for a serene place just a bit away from the noise of the city, Sili Cafe is the perfect spot for you to chill, relax, and eat with your family, friends, or on your own. As a hidden gem in Sta. Maria, this cafe and restaurant is definitely worthwhile to seek. Among the popular items in their menu includes their hazelnut coffee, best paired with their signature cakes and pastries. They also offer one of the town’s finest breakfast meals with enormous serving. Check their Facebook Page on https://www.facebook.com/SiliCafe to see their menu.
If you're in search for a quiet place where you can just enjoy your coffee, then Sili Cafe is a cafe you can try.
Source : https://www.facebook.com/SiliCafe
Proximity from Lessandra Sta. Maria: less than 9 km away; 22 minutes travel time.
2. The Grounds Cafe
This cafe and restaurant has an impressive exterior, being a head-turner for everyone passing by. The Grounds Cafe is located in Parada street, Sta. Maria, Bulacan. Their design is, without a doubt, IG-worthy. Digging into the real deal, The Grounds Cafe mostly serve breakfast food in their menu but still has a variety of delectable and great foods to choose from - from Filipino rice meals to different kinds of pasta, appetizers, and coffee and non-coffee based drinks. Visiting guests must try their Creamy Pesto Penne with Tuna Flakes.
Whether hot or cold, they have food and drinks to satisfy your cravings
Source : https://www.facebook.com/thegroundscafeph
Proximity from Lessandra Sta. Maria: 7 km away; 17 minutes travel time.
3. Forest Cafe
Inspired by the Amazon Forest in Brazil, Forest Cafe is the “new star” of Sta. Maria, Bulacan, located along the main road of Guyong. The interior of this coffee shop is designed with trees—some are real—and different paintings that make customers feel like they are in a vacation. Aside from the ambiance it exudes, this place offers great food. You can also have their cakes for dessert, such as their Camp Fire, but you have to order in advance as this is only available for pre-orders. The unique, cozy ambiance and tasty menu of Forest Cafe definitely makes it a great place to dine at, a restaurant worth visiting.
You can also try the set meals on their menu if you are dining with your friends.
Source : https://forestcafeph.business.site/
Proximity from Lessandra Sta. Maria: 3.6 km away; 8 minutes travel time.
4. Bonita's Coffee.Tea.Bread + Steak
Bonita’s Coffee Shop is situated along the busy street of Bagbaguin in Sta. Maria, Bulacan. The big glass walls give you a glimpse of the cozy vibe inside the shop as you pass by the area. This food place is always timely decorated—hearts everywhere during Valentine’s season; Christmas decors are seen on Ber-months. Bonita’s Coffee Shop has been in town for a couple of years now. It is definitely a sought-after place of residents and tourists in Sta. Maria. Also, Bonita’s Coffee Shop has occasion rooms that are perfect for friendly gatherings and milestone celebrations. A popular dessert offered by this is their egg tart, which is available for pre-order.
Aside from pasta, part of the dishes you must try include sumptuous and tasty baby back ribs and T Bone Steak.
Source : https://www.facebook.com/bonitascoffeeteabread
Proximity from Lessandra Sta. Maria: 7.7 km away; 16 minutes travel time.
5. Coffee Project Sta. Maria
No need to search further if you want a restaurant and cafe with great food, service, and environment because who wouldn’t know about the most instagrammable café in town? Coffee Project, the most instagrammable coffee shop, now has a branch in Sta. Maria, Bulacan, and what’s more? It’s situated just right at the maaliwalas and affordable house and lot community of Lessandra Sta. Maria! Coffee lovers would not only enjoy its interiors and ambiance but also the variety of food and drinks on the menu. You can choose from pizza, pasta, and other meals for your lunch or dinner; and have pastries, coffee (available in hot, frappe, and iced cold), or tea for your coffee hour. A dish in their menu that you definitely must try is their Chicken Parmigiana, a meal that would satisfy your taste buds and hunger.
Visit their Facebook Page and see the different interior themes of their restaurants.
Proximity from Lessandra Sta.Maria: 1km away
Coffee Project Sta. Maria is just right outside the maaliwalas community of Lessandra Sta. Maria. If you're in a hunt for great food, drinks, and environment, then try these restaurants in Santa Maria Bulacan. Santa Maria, Bulacan is a perfect location to balance the daily hustle and lifestyle.
The access to these food hubs is just one of the many perks you get to experience when you live at Lessandra Sta. Maria. Offering quality and affordable house and lots, a worry-free and maaliwalas life is guaranteed achieved in Lessandra Sta. Maria, with the plus points from the variety of top-tier establishments near the community!
