MAKATI CITY — In a city that often rushes from morning coffee to late-night cocktails, a new space in Salcedo Village invites you to linger. Kariton x Sabi Sounds, located at Tiffany Place, is the most ambitious concept yet from the Melbourne-born, Filipino-inspired gelateria brought to the Philippines by Erwan Heussaff. This isn't just another café or bar, it's an all-day listening lounge anchored by vinyl, coffee, small plates, and a standout beverage program. Open from 7 a.m. till the early hours of the morning, it seamlessly transitions from a morning coffee house to a vinyl-led evening lounge.
A Space Built Around Sound and Flavor
Kariton x Sabi Sounds is a collaboration with Sabi Sounds, a café and listening bar from Melbourne. The concept is rooted in vinyl culture, offering a warm, analog soundtrack that shifts with the time of day. On weekends, DJs take over just when you're ready for another round. The result is a venue that feels like a community hub, a place where you can start your morning with gelato and end it with a martini flight.
From Gelato to Fusion Japanese Small Plates
The menu is a reflection of the partnership's dual heritage. Kariton brings its celebrated line of Filipino-inspired gelato and sorbet, with flavors like turon, champorado, and taho. The savory side is equally inventive, featuring fusion Japanese dishes and small plates. Standouts include the anchovy cracker, garden plate, and ebi toast. The beverage program, curated by Kia Opeda, offers everything from coffee to cocktails.
A New Kind of Community Hub
Kariton x Sabi Sounds is more than a place to eat and drink, it's a cultural venue that champions the art of listening, the craft of small-batch gelato, and the joy of lingering. Whether you're dropping in for a coffee and a scoop of Johnny Brazo or settling in for a night of vinyl and cocktails, the space invites you to stay.
Plan Your Visit
Kariton x Sabi Sounds is located at Tiffany Place, Salcedo Village, Makati City. It is open daily from 7 a.m. till the early hours of the morning. For those seeking a listening café that bridges morning coffee and late-night beats, this is the place to be.
