Malls and Commercial Complexes in Ortigas
“Where do you want to hang out?” “Where do you want to eat?”
I know. These questions – along with others that require a decision – are dreadful.
With our fingers crossed, we hope that when we invite people for a weekend food trip they already have a restaurant in mind. Remember that time when you invited your significant other for a date and you do not have any idea where to go? Ha! Oh, well. That happens.
To help you solve such problems we have come up with a list of malls and commercial complexes in Ortigas Center.
Here are some malls and commercial complexes in Ortigas that you can go to:
Shangri-La Plaza Mall
With a myriad of local and international stores and restaurants, Shangri-La Plaza or colloquially referred to as Shang is an upscale shopping mall and lifestyle destination in Ortigas Center. It was opened in November 1991.
SM Megamall
SM Megamall is currently the largest shopping mall in the Philippines and Southeast Asia; globally, it is the 3rd. Watch the latest blockbusters, find the most fashionable clothes, and treat your taste buds with an array of cuisines. The mall that has a maximum capacity of 4 million people first opened its doors in June 1991.
The Podium Mall
Officially opened in August 2002, The Podium was built to cater to the higher-end income bracket shoppers. Top clothing brands, gadget shops, and furniture stores are abundant in the mall. It also houses a lot of restaurants where you can hang out and eat with friends and loved ones.
St. Francis Square Mall
Located between SM Megamall and The Podium is St. Francis Square Mall. The Tiangge is where you can find stores that sell a variety of items at affordable prices. Grab a quick snack at food spots that are available on every level once you are done shopping. Alternatively, if you desire a full meal, you can eat at the food court or your choice of fast food restaurant.
Robinsons Galleria
The 5-level Robinsons Galleria Mall was built in 1990 with a total retail floor area of 2,330,000 square feet. It houses more than 500 shops, dining outlets, entertainment facilities, and service centers.
Metrowalk Commercial Complex
Metrowalk Commercial Complex is popular to teenagers and adults. It is studded with coffee shops where yuppies hang out to relax, restaurants that serve various cuisines for foodies, and shops where you will find the latest fashion clothes. On weekends, the complex holds events where local artists perform.
Capitol Commons
The 10-hectare Capitol Commons is a mixed-use development dedicated to yuppies, urban dwellers, and food enthusiasts. Grab a coffee with your friends, meet with you clients, go for a quick jog in the park, buy new clothes, or enjoy a sumptuous dinner with your family. It is not just your usual weekend hangout place; its doors are always open to accommodate even during weekdays.
Estancia is Capitol Commons’ luxury mall. The lifestyle center is home to world-famous apparel brands, furniture retailers, and restaurants that offer a wide selection of delightful delicacies.
Going out is more fun if you actually know where to go or if you live near these establishments. These lifestyle destinations are sure to provide you with the services, products, and recreation that you are looking for. They are just some of the reasons why Ortigas is the place to be.
Do you know other malls and commercial complexes around Ortigas Center? Share it with us in the comments section below.
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