Pura Vida Manila

Pura Vida is one of the livelier bars in Poblacion, loud in a good way. The room fills up fast and the staff keep things moving without making you feel rushed. Easy to walk into on a whim.

Cocktails are the focus. The Summer Melted and the Puro Sour are the ones people order. Prices are mid-range for Poblacion, so it won't wreck your night. There's food around if you get hungry.

It pulls a young mixed crowd, barkadas, expats, people bar-hopping down the street. Gets busy late on weekends. Come with friends and expect to talk over the room.