MAKATI CITY — Sampiro Park Bistro has become a defining fixture of Salcedo Village’s dining scene since opening in 2023. The restaurant sits on the ground floor of the Escala Salcedo Building along L.P. Leviste Street, directly across Jaime C. Velasquez Park. Ian and Nina Paradies, together with Alex Colombo and Chef Luis de Terry, built it as a neighborhood spot rather than a destination restaurant. Their goal was to create a gathering place that felt like it belonged to the people who lived and worked nearby. It is designed to be the kind of spot where friends meet for lunch, colleagues unwind over cocktails, and evenings stretch comfortably over shared plates.
A Room That Feels Both Classic and Current
The bistro's visual identity leans on art deco references without becoming a period piece. A mirrored bar anchors the entrance, topped with a chandelier made from Capiz shell. Seating comes in the form of pink-toned booths, while geometric artwork and rattan light fixtures soften the room's sharper angles. Many of the pieces were sourced from local craftspeople, giving the space a distinctly Filipino character. Windows stretch from floor to ceiling, and a patio opens toward the park, where two mature trees provide natural shade for outdoor diners.
A Kitchen That Travels Without Losing Its Roots
Chef Luis de Terry runs a menu that borrows freely from across Asia while staying grounded in local produce. The Bone Marrow & Mushroom Rice has become the dish most diners order first, built on fried rice with beef tenderloin, mushrooms, pickled onions, and crispy enoki, finished with roasted marrow. The Kingfish Kilawin reworks a Filipino staple, pairing cured fish with leche de tigre, grilled pineapple, and cucumber. Shared plates such as tuna tartare wrapped in prosciutto and beef carpaccio encourage a slower, more social meal. The Calamansi Meringue ends the experience on a bright, citrus-forward note.
