A living archive of flavour, memory, and devotion
Here, food is memory served warm.
It’s the echo of care, the courage of dreamers, and the grace of those who find joy in simplicity.
Every dish tells a story.
Every flavour remembers someone.
This is Manila in Canberra—where cooking becomes tribute.
Come for the food, stay for the experience.
Our Why
Manila in Canberra was born to tell a story—one carried through memory, grit, and grace. Rooted in the lessons of a mother who showed that cooking is protection, devotion, and legacy, every dish holds laughter, tenderness, and persistence in its flavor.
It is also the story of our team—immigrants, dreamers, and creators who bring their own histories to the table. Together, we cook not just to feed, but to honor those who came before us. This is more than hospitality. This is storytelling.
Our Drinks
Stories in a Glass
Come for the food. Stay for the drinks. Repeat.
