Che'lu Bar
Che'lu Bar is a casual Filipino-style drinking spot in Malate where cold San Miguel and pulutan (Filipino bar snacks) form the basis of social evenings.
What to Expect
A Filipino bar with cold beer and traditional bar snacks.
Authentic Filipino bar culture.
Background OPM and Filipino pop
Very casual.
Travelers wanting authentic Filipino drinking culture.
Cash
Price Range
Beer PHP 40-80, pulutan PHP 100-250
≈ €0.63–4 / $0.68–4
Hours
Daily from 5 PM to midnight
Insider Tip
The pulutan (bar snacks) are the Filipino way to drink. Order several.
Address
Nakpil Street, Malate
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