A Tradition of Celebrations at Circles Event Café, Makati Shangri-La

Circles Event Cafe at Makati Shangri-La is our family's favorite restaurant for celebrations and special occasions.

Grilled seafood at Circles Event Cafe
Grilled seafood

A Tradition of Celebrations at Circles Event Café, Makati Shangri-La

For the past several years, it has become a tradition for us to go to Circles Event Cafe if we want to hold a special get-together with our love ones. 

Family celebration at Circles Event Cafe
Family celebration at Circles Event Cafe

This restaurant has witnessed several birthdays and anniversaries, and it was also here where Khris and I had our first breakfast as a married couple. 

What we like about Circles Event Cafe


There are so many things to love about Circles such as the homey atmosphere, the friendly staff and, of course, the great selection of cuisine.

The ambiance


Despite being in a five-star hotel, Circles Event Cafe has a warm and welcoming ambiance. It's like a big family 

The food


At Circles Event Cafe, the meals are exciting affairs that are worth looking forward to. What we like most is the extensive selection of food.

Steak at Circles Event Cafe
Steak at the carving station

We would start by getting prawns, mussels, and crabs at the cold section, and would have these cooked in garlic and butter. 

Fresh sashimi at Circles Event Cafe
Fresh sashimi

Of late, however, crabs have been absent so it might disappoint those who love this tasty crustacean. As for us, we are content with the large prawns and plump mussels.

A plate of steak, vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, and gravy at Circles Event Cafe
Steak with gravy and sides

The carving station is another corner that we do not fail to miss. A slab of juicy, medium-rare beef, smothered with gravy or red wine sauce, plus a siding of tasty potatoes, vegetables, and Yorkshire pudding is always a winning combination. 

For me though, a plateful of steak is not enough so a second helping of this meaty goodness is certainly in order.

What we also keep coming back to are the fresh slices of tuna and salmon sashimi, as well as rolls of California Maki, are also perpetually present. These dishes never disappoint because quality and taste are top-notch at all times.

Bread station at Circles Event Cafe
Bread station

Aside from these, there are a lot of other dishes, ranging from local to international, that cater to a broad range of palates. 

Kebab station at Circles Event Cafe
Kebab station

With the many selections, it would be difficult to sample everything though. Moderation is key for those who are on a mission to sample all dishes.

Desserts


The dessert station is no doubt another favorite among patrons. Something light? Why not opt for chunks of fresh fruits in season? 

Cakes and pudding at Circles Event Cafe
Cakes and pudding

But if you want to indulge, there are cakes and pastries like Tres Leches cake, vanilla pudding with butter, and tiramisu, to name a few. For a cool treat, there is halo-halo, ice cream, and frozen yogurt.

Coffee and tea


Alcoholic drinks, fruit juices, and iced tea are billed separately. However, tea and coffee are free. For hot tea, you may choose to get green tea or black coffee. For black coffee, you can request cream and sugar or artificial sweetener at no extra charge. 

Epilogue


A visit to Circles is always a treasured moment for us. Nothing can be better than a good conversation with loved ones over great food. We will definitely keep coming back to Circles whenever we have the chance.

Ice cream topped with walnuts at Circles Event Cafe
Ice cream topped with walnuts

Circles Event Cafe is located at Lobby Level, Ayala Avenue corner, Makati Ave, Makati, 1200. For inquiries, you may call telephone number (63 2) 8814 2580 or send an email to rric.slm@shangri-la.com.

Fresh fruits at Circles Event Cafe
Fresh fruits

All major credit cards are accepted at Circles Event Cafe. Always check the websites of major credit card issuing banks for promos and discounts in partnership with Circles Event Cafe as well as other buffet restaurants.

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Ivan On The Move

Hi, I'm Daddy Ivan, aka Ivan On The Move // Dad On The Move, a blogger since 2006. I'm a family travel and dad blogger in the Philippines. I write about traveling with kids, kid-friendly restaurants, the joys of fatherhood, the ups and downs of modern parenting, and autism awareness and acceptance. In my blog, you will find tips for traveling families in the Philippines, as well as stories about special needs parenting. I'm also an author, having written and published a travel book called "Select Travel Stories from the Different Regions of the Philippines." I was also part of an international book project called "100 Men On Becoming A Dad" where I shared my very own fatherhood story. As one of the dad influencers in the Philippines, I like to share photo updates & stories on social media.

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