10 Cafés in Cebu That Will Wow You with Their Overlooking Views

Team Klook

Last updated 15 Mar 2024

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These cafés in Cebu not only serve amazing coffee and food, but also amazing views

Cafés are usually one-stop shops for freshly-brewed coffee, delectable pastries, and good old quality time with your friends and loved ones. When you add in a gorgeous view, it takes the whole experience to another level. Lucky for you, Cebu is a great destination for coffee lovers, thanks to its assortment of cafés that have something for everyone—from specialty coffee to gorgeous views of lush green mountains and cerulean seas!

Wondering where to go first? Keep scrolling!

Charlie’s Cup
Matana Café
Adventure Café
Crate Café
21 Kilometers Café
Barracks View Café
Top of Cebu
La Vie in the Sky
10,000 Roses Café
Haven Café

1. Charlie’s Cup

Fancy a quick getaway from city life? Then head out to Charlie's Cup, a quaint roadside café located at the cliffs of Balamban with views of lush rolling hills right ahead. Its sleek, modern architecture combined with wood furnishings will make you feel like you’re chilling in a rustic treehouse. Charlie’s Cup offers all your coffee go-to’s, from americanos to iced lattes, as well as an all-day breakfast menu that includes classic favorites such as champorado.

The best part is you can also bring your furry friends, as the café is pet-friendly!

Charlie's Cup

Address: Brgy. Tabunan, 6000 Cebu City, Philippines
Contact Details: 0917 328 1777
Operating Hours: 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Charlie's Cup Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside the café
Physical distancing is strictly observed

2. Matana Café

This café in Cebu is an all-day breakfast café and cyclery in Busay. It boasts sunrise and sunset views, making it popular among cyclists and motorcycle riders—especially those who reward themselves with a delicious breakfast and coffee after a morning bike ride.

Bike your way up Busay and have your fill of their delicious offerings! Their menu includes Pinoy breakfast favorites such as pancit, nutritious smoothie bowls, shakes, and of course a variety of coffee offerings.

Matana Cafe

Address: Cebu Transcentral Highway, Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines
Contact Details: matanacafe@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Matana Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

3. Adventure Café

If you’re looking for a café in Cebu that offers a side of fun to your usual coffee order, then Adventure Café in Bambalan is a must-visit for you! More than just the regular assortment of breakfast food, hearty coffee, and a must-try tablea hot chocolate, guests can indulge in a variety of exciting activities, too!

You can go ziplining, wall-climbing, rappelling, and even throw dishes over at their “Stress Wall”. Probably the most unusual cafe experience, but surely a memorable one at that!

Adventure Cafe

Address: Cebu Transcentral Highway, Balamban, 6041 Cebu
Contact Details: 0999 681 2339 / contact.adventurecafe@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM daily
Social Media: Facebook

Adventure Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

4. Crate Café

In uphill Busay lies Crate Café, a charming mountainside café in Cebu with overlooking views. It has an alfresco dining area where you can cozy up with your beverage of choice—and boy, do you have quite a selection to choose from! Aside from café staples such as Espresso and Americano, this coffee shop in Cebu is also known for its creative coffee blends such as the Banana Coffee Caramel and Raspberry White Mocha. You can also get your fill of delicious baked goods to go with your drinks, such as brownies and vegan doughnuts!

Crate Cafe

Address: Veteran's Drive (before Maria Luisa Busay exit), Lower Busay 6000 Cebu City, Philippines
Contact Details: 0905 353 4041 / cratecafeph@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Crate Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

5. 21 Kilometers Café

21 Kilometers Café is another café in Cebu that combines a mouthwatering all-day breakfast menu with fantastic views of Sudlon National Park and Central Cebu Protected Landscape’s greenery. This specialty coffee shop offers delectable pastries, unique breakfast concoctions such as the Banana Pancake Bacon and the best-selling Cheesecake Flan, and various coffee and fruit-based drinks.

21 Kilometers Cafe

Address: Veteran's Drive (before Maria Luisa Busay exit), Lower Busay 6000 Cebu City, Philippines
Contact Details: 0961 155 8227
Operating Hours: 7:00AM - 7:00 pm
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

21 Kilometers Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

6. Barracks View Café

If you’ve got an appetite for tasty silog, yummy burgers and fries, and scenic views, then you can’t miss out on Barracks View Café. This café in Cebu has a rustic, house-on-stilts design that will make you feel closer to nature as you gaze out into the mountains of Adlaon. Whenever you visit here, you’ll get your fill of delicious coffee or hot chocolate while relaxing, munching on some snacks, and enjoying the sights!

Barracks View Cafe

Address: Barangay Adlaon Cebu , Sitio Bayabas
Contact Details: Facebook
Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Social Media: Facebook

Barracks View Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

7. Top of Cebu

Top of Cebu is a rooftop café and restaurant that offers an assortment of Filipino and Cebuano comfort food, as well as some beloved international dishes, such as chemical-free Mango Kani Salad. Of course, they serve delicious brewed coffee and tea, plus other unique offerings like their healthy hot calamansi.

At this cafe, it’s the perfect place to indulge in Filipino dishes with modern twists and a Cappuccino while enjoying the panoramic views of Cebu’s city skyline that would make you feel like you’re on top of the world! Definitely a great place to relax and take stunning pics for the ‘Gram.

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Top of Cebu

Address: Transcentral Highway, Busay, Cebu
Contact Details: 0906 297 6016 / topofcebu@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Top of Cebu Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

8. La Vie in the Sky

Enjoy a posh and fancy French dining experience at this mountain-top café, resto, and bar in Busay, Cebu City. La Vie in the Sky is one of the most elegant spots in the city for an IG-worthy dining experience, with its Parisian aesthetics and sky-high views of Busay and the Mactan Channel. Aside from being able to enjoy their fine coffee brews, La Vie in the Sky is also known for its cold cuts, pizzas, and french bread so make sure you try some of these the next time you’re here!

La Vie in the Sky

Address: Cebu Tops Road, Cebu City
Contact Details: 0917 885 5935 / cambrad@michellhuillier2.com
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

La Vie in the Sky Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

9. 10,000 Roses Café

Yes, there are actually 10,000 roses at 10,000 Roses Café—well, LED roses to be precise, all of them gorgeously lined up by the café’s storefront. When lit at night, the roses create a stunning sight as they glow and sway with the wind, making it a must-visit coffee shop in Cebu!

Aside from their LED rose display, the shop also sits seaside providing a great view of the Mactan Channel and the city skyline of Mainland Cebu. Of course, this Korean-inspired café is also well-loved for their caffeine concoctions - from Americanos to Cappuccinos, plus delicious pastas, cakes, and panini sandwiches.

10,000 Roses Cafe

Address: Day-as Barangay Rd, Cordova, 6017 CebuContact Details: 0956 839 9427 / 10000rosescafe@gmail.com
Operating Hours: 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

10,000 Roses Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available

10. Haven Café

Above the scenic grounds of West 35 Resort lies a haven for lovers of garden views and freshly brewed coffee. The landscape leading up to Haven Café is already a sight for sore eyes, but once you get to the cafe, you’ll have a view of the entire mountain resort and beyond. This coffee shop in Cebu is known for using the freshest produce for its tasty salads, so it’s perfect if you want to get some wholesome and nutritious food to go with your coffee.

Haven Cafe

Address: KM 35 Transcentral Highway, Gaas 6041 Balamban, Philippines
Contact Details: +63 923 159 0721/ +63 9773091218 / ecowest35@yahoo.com
Social Media: Facebook | Instagram

Haven Cafe Safety Guidelines:

Operating at half capacity
Children and minors aged 14 and below, as well as seniors over 65, will not be entertained
Mandatory sanitation, temperature check, and filling up of health declaration form will be expected from guests
Face mask and face shield are required while inside at café premises
Outdoor seating is available