Cafe by the Ruins
An established Baguio restaurant founded in 1988 by artists and writers, famous for its sweet potato bread, bagnet, and cardamom coffee.
Founded in 1988 by a group of artists and writers, including National Artist BenCab, this restaurant is located at 25 Chuntug Road, opposite Baguio City Hall and near Burnham Park. Signatures include Ernie's sweet potato bread served with herbed liver pate, bagnet (Baguio crispy fried pork belly), pinikpikan (mountain chicken soup), lime creme caramel, and Ruins Coffee infused with cardamom. Prices are mid-range. Seating is mainly on a first-come, first-served basis, with queues during peak hours; some bloggers suggest arriving before 11:00 to beat the crowd. Within walking distance from Session Road or Burnham Park.
Opening hours
Mon-Thu 7:00-20:00, Fri-Sun 7:00-21:00
Nearby sights
- Burnham Park
- Baguio City Public Market
- Baguio Night Market
- Session Road
- Baguio Cathedral
- Baguio Museum
- Diplomat Hotel
- Mirador Heritage and Eco Park