The short answer
Pooja's Cafe: what visitors should know first
A familiar choice for Indian families wanting dosa or paneer in the Makati business district. The menu includes eggs and chicken, so vegetarians should order carefully, and hours should be confirmed.
Diet
What we checked
- Indian. An Indian restaurant outside India. 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
Pooja's Cafe facts at a glance
- Location
- Ground Floor, Kings Court, Chino Roces Ave, Legaspi Village, Makati
- Dining style
- Casual Indian cafe; veg and non-veg
- Price signal
- Mid-range; confirm current prices
- Signature order
- Try: masala dosa, paneer butter masala, sweet lassi
- Good for
- Dosa and North Indian lunches
Why it matters
Why Pooja's Cafe is worth your time
South Indian food is harder to find in Manila than North Indian curries, so a place that lists dosa alongside paneer dishes is useful for families who miss breakfast or light-lunch food from home. A masala dosa is also a gentle meal for older travellers who do not want heavy gravy.
Legaspi Village is a short ride from the Makati hotels, which makes it easy to fit between sightseeing and returning to rest. The mixed menu is the main caution, and it is why the entry carries an Indian tag only.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Dosa menu
Masala dosa is one of the dishes TravelTriangle names, with an egg dosa for non-vegetarians.
- 02
North Indian staples
Paneer butter masala and samosa are listed.
- 03
Sweet lassi
A sweet lassi is named as a drink.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Find Kings Court on Chino Roces Avenue in Legaspi Village; Pooja's Cafe is on the ground floor. Legaspi Village is a business district, so weekday lunch is when it is busiest and weekends may be quiet.
TravelTriangle describes North and South Indian food here, with dosas as the highlight: masala dosa and an egg dosa are named. Vegetarians can build a meal from masala dosa, samosa, paneer butter masala and a sweet lassi. The menu also lists chicken chettinad and egg dosa, so say plainly that you eat no egg or meat and ask how dishes are cooked.
We saw no evidence that the kitchen is vegetarian only, or that it prepares Jain food, so Jain families should ask in advance rather than assume.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Confirm opening hours and weekend service
- Say clearly that you eat no egg or meat
- Ask about Jain preparation
- Take a car to Kings Court
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Kings Court, Chino Roces Avenue, Legaspi Village, Makati
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Lunch on a weekday
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- The cafe is on the ground floor of an office-and-shop building, so there are no stairs to climb. The business district is quiet at weekends, which may mean fewer places open nearby.
- Tickets and access
- No booking details were verified; treat it as walk-in. Confirm opening hours, especially at weekends.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
Hotels near Pooja's Cafe
Staying close keeps journeys short — useful for early starts and for anyone who tires quickly.
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Travelling with parents?
The cafe is on the ground floor of an office-and-shop building, so there are no stairs to climb. The business district is quiet at weekends, which may mean fewer places open nearby.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Pooja's Cafe vegetarian?
No. It serves both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, including egg dosa and chicken chettinad.
Does it serve Jain food?
Not verified; ask before you go.
What should I order?
Masala dosa, paneer butter masala or a samosa are the vegetarian dishes the source names.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
