Epic day is epic.
We had breakfast at 26th st. Bistro by CBTL and here we are, yet again, in another CBTL branch but in Century Mall since we have an event happening near here, around a few hours.
I ordered an Apricot Ceylon Iced Tea (which happens to be their Iced Tea of the day) and a chocolate banana muffin. Such a perfect match!
Breakfast sets are not bad, value for money is ok, as a foreigner the amount of food not really fit, it’s pretty small but since it’s cheap it’s understandabl. Interior it’s nice, peaceful and cool place to sit. If the coffee in the set would be changeable it would be better for me, since I prefer double espresso rather then brute coffee (I would have paying the difference but my request has been declined)
One of the best branches of CBTL. Cozy ambiance, spacious interior, and good service. Perfect for hanging out or studying.
Must-try:
Drinks
-African Sunrise Tea Latte
-Genmaicha Green Tea
Pasta
-Tomato & Herb Linguine
-Sardine & Garlic Linguine
Pastries
-Bagel with cream cheese
-Chicago cheesecake
Better choice when you want to chill and grab some sweets.
Food - 4. Yum Turtle Pie!
Ambiance and Service - 4. Not crowded and attentive servers.
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+5
We like hanging out in this branch when we are Century City Mall. It’s spacious, not crowded, not noisy, cool / well airconditioned, and most of all it has its own (very big) comfort room (although still unisex and only one) so no need to leave the coffee shop to pee or wash your hands. I noticed that most Coffee Bean shops that are located in malls don’t have their own comfort rooms and instead customers use the ones provided by the mall like for example in Power Plant Mall and SM Aura and their 26th St. Bistro by CBTL in Shangri-La Plaza mall. And they close late too even long after the mall has closed!
Been loyal to this branch for 3 years already. It is my favorite go-to place for brunch on a lazy Sunday and for coffee and cakes while going for an afternoon read. Love that the place always has seats and that people are more hushed compared to other cafes. love their swirl card as well!
Grabbing a cup of Sunrise, this coffee shop served well as a waiting spot, as I let time pass by to let the mall open. It has the quintessential CBTL feel, and vibe, from food, to interior design.
The place is always quiet and the staff is nice. It's sad that there are no electrical outlets as I wanted to make this a place to work. The music is always chill. The staff is friendly and the drinks are very nice. I wish they had a comfort room though.
A quiet CBTL branch. Even if the place is filled up the noise is kept to a minimum. Music is choices are nice and the layout of the cafe is spacious. After handing my Swirl Card, they automatically acknowledged me by name without me saying anything! Excellent. The New Thai Milk Tea Icr Blended is also a nice alternative to the coffee based drinks. Sweet with a faint hint of bitterness. This refreshing drink is a great choice for those who like milk teas. This branch is also highly recommended.
Went to CBTL to try the new breakfast offering which is better to pair with favorite espresso.
I had Corned Beef with Scrambled Egg served with bread. Feels like I am eating at home.
Well, i am going to try the other Orned Beef set meal on my next visit.
#ilovetoeatph 😃❤️
Tiny branch but with the best and friendliest staff!
PROS:
1) Not that crowded. I haven’t seen this place fully packed. Turnover is pretty high.
2) An ample number of seats are available.
3) Super warm and accommodating staff.
4) Lighting is okay. Not too dark, not too bright.
5) Ventilation is good.
6) Food is always fresh.
CONS:
1) NO ELECTRICAL OUTLETS AT ALL
2) NO CR // nearest one is at the 2nd floor of the mall 🙃
I am captivated by the new iced blended mexican chocolate. The distinct taste of cinnamon is a very much welcomed surprise. It has a rich decadent texture to it. I am more of the milk chocolate devotee but this has raised the bar for me. It's a must try for every chocolate lover.
I love this branch. The staff are constantly keeping the place clean. The patrons speak in hushed tones not louder than the piped in music. This ambiance makes it perfect for those who want to catch up on their reading, work or even a nightcap.
Very delightful staff. Very peaceful ambiance. Nice music.
One of the best CBTL branches i have been to. I like how their staff are so smiley and warm. It gives you a light mood which helps you enjoy your favorite CBTL drink.
Friendly service. Tea lattes are a bit sweeter than I like but still good. I always come here for the ambience. Their cakes are good too for the price.
A nice place to chill and have mini meetings. Their coffee was okay but my favorite is their white chocolate mocha 💜 and their cheesecakes hehe.
I always love Coffee Bean for making me feel home. This CBTL branch is actually one of those branches that has less visitors unlike those other branches so, for me, if you have a swirl card, you can work here since there is an available plug.
Always love CBTL especially for meetings and another place to do some private work. This branch is a small standard size however not many do go here so it's a nice place to hang out. I've been here a few times for business meetings and enjoy a nice clean and quiet place. This time had to have my favorite Chai Tea Latte and a Chocolate Chip Cookie. First time to try the cookie and it was awesome, and with the drink it was just right. Awesome meeting, awesome latte and awesome place!
This is one of the places I really like hanging out in t Century City, only because I have never seen this place super crowded... People are generally chill, which I like... Other branches are overrun with students, which is okay with me but it makes it a bit rowdy...
It's pretty easy to study here, as they really don't mind if you hang out... I like enjoying my Chef's tuna and Moroccan Mint Latte in peace!😃 I got my planner by the way! Really pretty!💖
As usual, going to The Coffee Bean doesn't disappoint.
The atmosphere in this branch is nice with mostly college students who are there to read their books, so it is quite calm.
And their baked goods and beverages (in my case, hot chocolate) was top notch.
This is one of my favorite places in Manila. :)
CBTL is doing something right compared to other second wave coffee shop chains it competes with. Is it the wifi, or the fact that they use ceramic mugs for their tea and coffee, which Starbucks has dispensed with? To be sure, I can't be sure about the latter, but I can't remember the last time they offered to serve my coffee in a mug, which I can have in peace and absolute quiet.
This branch is probably just right for the amount of traffic it receives, but it'll soon outgrow it.
Meanwhile, enjoy the quiet while it lasts.
Nice location for a coffee shop - I've been here for breakfast on a couple of occasions, and had the Eggs Benedict both times. The eggs were cooked nicely - the only problem I had was that the plate was too small - it was a little inconvenient to eat from.
The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (simply, CBTL), particularly the one at the A Venue Mall, is one of my favorite hangout places near my home. Unlike most people who frequent this coffee shop in the evening, I come usually in the morning for breakfast. I can get my fill with a simple bagel with cream cheese, paired with coffee or tea, hot or iced. The cheese muffin is one of the best in the Metro -- it has cheese chunks, not grated cheese. The cakes such as the triple decker cheesecake (three flavors in one: cream cheese, mocha and Oreo) are also good.
CBTL is CBTL. Everyone probably has an experience to share. My favorite is still their hot morocan mint latte.
With regards to this branch, good cozy but the space is defenitely a concern.
What I love about this branch is their staff. They are very enthusiastic and they always serve you with a smile. The only thing I don’t like about CBTL is their lack of electric outlet in all of their branches. They only have one in this branch. I’d always see a lot of professionals working on their laptops while having their caffeine fix so a couple more would be a lot of help.
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I guess we’ve only visited this CBTL branch once or twice. The last time we (hubby and I) went here was because we waited the rain to subside and we can’t go back to our hotel. The place wasn’t that big compared to their other branches but it was comfortable enough for the customers to have a cup of tea or perhaps a meeting place for a small groups of friends.
What I like about CBTL is their Original Ice Blended Drinks. My favorite is Vanilla. Absolutely rich and creamy. Luscious French Deluxe Vanilla and Coffee Extract blended with ice and non-fat milk. Yummy and I loved it! Aside from their Ice Blended Drinks I also enjoyed their Lemon Chamomile Herbal Infusion Tea which are 100% caffeine-free.
The staff were all accommodating and friendly. When hubby asked how to connect to their internet, they told us that we need to purchase members internet card, but when we told them we can’t use the card often, since we’re based abroad they automatically gave their internet password.
CBTL serves Baked Fresh Pastries and Cakes. And also Gourmet Fresh Salad, Sandwiches, Hot Breakfast and Pasta. Although I haven’t tried some of it, we will definitely go back to sample it and surely it’s worth a try. Hopefully in our next vacation.
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