The short answer
Cosmic (Poblacion): what visitors should know first
Visit if you want to try Filipino flavours without meat, egg or dairy. It is lively rather than quiet, and opening days vary by branch, so check hours before you set out.
Diet
What we checked
- Vegan. The whole menu has no dairy, egg or honey. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Cosmic (Poblacion) facts at a glance
- Location
- G/F 4980 P. Guanzon Street, Poblacion, Makati
- Dining style
- Casual vegan Filipino
- Price signal
- ₹₹; mains listed around 250 to 600 pesos per person
- Signature order
- Try: vegan sisig or kare-kare with mock-meat bagnet
- Good for
- Vegan travellers and curious vegetarians
Why it matters
Why Cosmic (Poblacion) is worth your time
Cosmic matters because it shows Filipino cooking without the meat, fish sauce and shrimp paste that make most local menus difficult for vegetarians. Dishes like sisig and kare-kare are normally meat-based; here they are rebuilt from plant ingredients, so a vegan traveller can still share in a local food culture.
The Smart Local lists it as fully vegan, which also helps travellers who avoid dairy and egg for health or religious reasons. Poblacion is better known for nightlife, so go early; the neighbourhood is far calmer in daytime.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Vegan sisig
A plant-based take on a famously meat-heavy dish.
- 02
Kare-kare
Listed with mock-meat bagnet, for a Filipino peanut-stew flavour.
- 03
Vegan cakes
The Smart Local notes vegan cakes for dessert.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Cosmic is described by The Smart Local as fully vegan, serving vegan Filipino comfort food and vegan cakes. Its kare-kare with mock-meat bagnet and its vegan sisig are the dishes named there, both prices listed around 250 pesos. They are a quick way to taste dishes you would otherwise avoid in a meat-led Filipino menu.
M2 Communications says the Poblacion room has colourful murals and moody lighting, which suits an evening visit but may feel dim for older diners. Ask for a seat near the entrance where the light is better.
Because the dishes are mock-meat versions, they are rich and savoury. Share a few between the table and ask the server which items are mildest if anyone avoids spice or chilli. We found no statement about Jain preparation, so onion and garlic are likely present; ask directly.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Check opening days before you go
- Go in daylight; Poblacion is busy at night
- Ask about onion and garlic if you avoid them
- Share several dishes
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- P. Guanzon Street, Poblacion, Makati
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Early lunch or early dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Ground-floor restaurant, so no stairs to the entrance, but Poblacion pavements are narrow and the area gets busy and loud at night. Go in daylight and take a car to the door.
- Tickets and access
- Walk-ins are normal. The Smart Local listed Poblacion hours of Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 11am to 4pm and Friday to Sunday 11am to 8pm, closed Tuesdays; M2 Communications gave 11am to 10pm. Confirm before going.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
Ground-floor restaurant, so no stairs to the entrance, but Poblacion pavements are narrow and the area gets busy and loud at night. Go in daylight and take a car to the door.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Cosmic fully vegan?
The Smart Local lists it as fully vegan. Confirm with staff, as menus change.
Is it Jain-friendly?
We found no source saying so. Ask about onion and garlic.
Does it have other branches?
The Smart Local also lists a Kapitolyo branch in Pasig. Check current details.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
