The Nest By The Sea: Guide Book to Subic Bay

Tamara
The Nest By The Sea: Guide Book to Subic Bay

Food Scene

Great food and a beautiful view view of the Bay. This place is a great spot for any hour, but sunset is particularly awesome. Prices are high so this is a good spot for a special date night.
30 locals recommend
Rali's Restaurant
30 locals recommend
Great food and a beautiful view view of the Bay. This place is a great spot for any hour, but sunset is particularly awesome. Prices are high so this is a good spot for a special date night.
Great Japanese food in this classic Subic Bay establishment. Sakura is one of the first restaurants here!
23 locals recommend
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
Lot 7B Rizal Hwy
23 locals recommend
Great Japanese food in this classic Subic Bay establishment. Sakura is one of the first restaurants here!
Teddy's has a very affordable, extensive vegetarian and vegan menu. I love the Tofu Adobo and the Spring Rolls.
7 locals recommend
Vegetarian Restaurant
14 Corpuz St
7 locals recommend
Teddy's has a very affordable, extensive vegetarian and vegan menu. I love the Tofu Adobo and the Spring Rolls.
Good food all around, and they open early for breakfast!
39 locals recommend
Xtremely Xpresso Café
39 locals recommend
Good food all around, and they open early for breakfast!
This hole in the wall serves great food, and they deliver! Order your lunch before 11am to make it in time for the lunch run. Visit the location for a quick meal, and to pick up some cooking essentials at their mini mart.
Shan Biryani Kabab Halal Restaurant
56A Elicano St
This hole in the wall serves great food, and they deliver! Order your lunch before 11am to make it in time for the lunch run. Visit the location for a quick meal, and to pick up some cooking essentials at their mini mart.
Quality Japanese food!
Daishou Japanese Restaurant
Canal Road
Quality Japanese food!
A nice place to have a daytime meal, where you can enjoy good food against the backdrop of the manicured golf course, with the rainforest just beyond. Also, play a game of golf if that strikes your fancy!
9 locals recommend
Subic International Golf Club
6900 Binictican Dr
9 locals recommend
A nice place to have a daytime meal, where you can enjoy good food against the backdrop of the manicured golf course, with the rainforest just beyond. Also, play a game of golf if that strikes your fancy!
The newest restaurant in town, Blacktail food is getting rave reviews from locals and tourists alike
BlackTail Bar & Restaurant
corner Manila Avenue
The newest restaurant in town, Blacktail food is getting rave reviews from locals and tourists alike
Great brick oven pizza and other delicious Italian dishes. We love the tiramisu, and the pizza, of course. Definitely come for an early dinner as they have a great view of the Bay. Nest guests get 5% off all in-store purchases!
Leonardo's Pizza Tradizionale
Great brick oven pizza and other delicious Italian dishes. We love the tiramisu, and the pizza, of course. Definitely come for an early dinner as they have a great view of the Bay. Nest guests get 5% off all in-store purchases!
The best kept secret spot in town, Hometown Cafe is tucked away in the sports center, beside the swimming pool, and near the oval track and field. They have great coffee and pastries here! Nest guests get 5% off all in-store purchases!
Hometown Cafe - Subic Bay
The best kept secret spot in town, Hometown Cafe is tucked away in the sports center, beside the swimming pool, and near the oval track and field. They have great coffee and pastries here! Nest guests get 5% off all in-store purchases!
A popular cafe near the Olongapo gate!
The VSNRY
A popular cafe near the Olongapo gate!
Cubique is one of the only cafes in Cubi, where most of our Nests are located. The food is good, and there's a laundromat right next door. Nest guests get 10% off in-store purchases! Just show proof of current booking. :)
Cubique Cafe and Restaurant
Cubique is one of the only cafes in Cubi, where most of our Nests are located. The food is good, and there's a laundromat right next door. Nest guests get 10% off in-store purchases! Just show proof of current booking. :)

Drinks & Nightlife

Great Spanish food, a decent bar, and local music on weekends
13 locals recommend
Cork Room Bar And Restaurant
13 locals recommend
Great Spanish food, a decent bar, and local music on weekends
A great sunset spot, Vascos is right on the water. If you want to hear stories about how the base was back in the day, this is the place to go. There's a small museum in the back with items salvaged from some ships that sank in or near the bay.
13 locals recommend
Vasco's Hotel & Restaurant
Argonaut Highway
13 locals recommend
A great sunset spot, Vascos is right on the water. If you want to hear stories about how the base was back in the day, this is the place to go. There's a small museum in the back with items salvaged from some ships that sank in or near the bay.

Sightseeing

One of the oldest structures in Subic Bay, don't miss this little spot in the middle of town.
12 locals recommend
Spanish Gate
Sampson Road
12 locals recommend
One of the oldest structures in Subic Bay, don't miss this little spot in the middle of town.
Grande Island is located at the mouth of the bay, and protects Subic Bay from invaders. The island has some old structures on it from the Spanish era. There's also a nice beach and restaurant. To get here: rent a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
Grande Island
Grande Island is located at the mouth of the bay, and protects Subic Bay from invaders. The island has some old structures on it from the Spanish era. There's also a nice beach and restaurant. To get here: rent a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
Camp Kanawan is located in an old camp for Vietnamese refugees. Tiny hidden temples are scattered all over the area, and it's a great place to explore by bike or motorcycle
Camp Kanawan
Camp Kanawan is located in an old camp for Vietnamese refugees. Tiny hidden temples are scattered all over the area, and it's a great place to explore by bike or motorcycle
A great spot for a photo op, the hanging bridge spans over a river, where it is nice to go for a swim.
Kanawan Hanging Bridge
A great spot for a photo op, the hanging bridge spans over a river, where it is nice to go for a swim.

Parks & Nature

A beach, a lighthouse, and stunning views on the edge of the West Philippine Sea. Drive to San Antonio, Zambales and take a boat from Pundakit.
19 locals recommend
Capones Island
19 locals recommend
A beach, a lighthouse, and stunning views on the edge of the West Philippine Sea. Drive to San Antonio, Zambales and take a boat from Pundakit.
Hire an Ayta guide to bring you on a 2-3 hour trek, and ask them to show you the various medicinal plants that can be found in the forest. Bring raw rice and meat and they'll cook you a meal in some bamboo! In the summer, they sell forest honey.
21 locals recommend
Pamulaklakin Forest Trail
Pamulaklakin Trail
21 locals recommend
Hire an Ayta guide to bring you on a 2-3 hour trek, and ask them to show you the various medicinal plants that can be found in the forest. Bring raw rice and meat and they'll cook you a meal in some bamboo! In the summer, they sell forest honey.
A short 15-20 minute walk from the trailhead will bring you to El Kabayo falls, where you can take a dip in the pool, or hire an Ayta guide to show you the medicinal plants in the area. For the best experience, book a guided tour via MAD travel!
13 locals recommend
El Kabayo Waterfalls
13 locals recommend
A short 15-20 minute walk from the trailhead will bring you to El Kabayo falls, where you can take a dip in the pool, or hire an Ayta guide to show you the medicinal plants in the area. For the best experience, book a guided tour via MAD travel!
Speedboat transfers to nearby coves are a great half or whole day trip for large groups. Speedboat day tours run for a minimum of 4 hours. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Sampaloc, and add 10 minutes to get to Silanguin and another 10 for Nagsasa (travel time can change depending on the weather). Sampaloc has a nice easy walk through a bamboo forest to small waterfalls with a nice pool. All beaches have entrance around p100 per head. Cooler and beanbags provided with the speedboat :) Book a day in advance with us, or you can call Captain Gregg +63 920 982 4178 and please let him know Tamara referred you so you get a good deal. For a cheaper but longer option try renting a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
9 locals recommend
Silanguin Cove
9 locals recommend
Speedboat transfers to nearby coves are a great half or whole day trip for large groups. Speedboat day tours run for a minimum of 4 hours. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Sampaloc, and add 10 minutes to get to Silanguin and another 10 for Nagsasa (travel time can change depending on the weather). Sampaloc has a nice easy walk through a bamboo forest to small waterfalls with a nice pool. All beaches have entrance around p100 per head. Cooler and beanbags provided with the speedboat :) Book a day in advance with us, or you can call Captain Gregg +63 920 982 4178 and please let him know Tamara referred you so you get a good deal. For a cheaper but longer option try renting a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
Speedboat transfers to nearby coves are a great half or whole day trip for large groups. Speedboat day tours run for a minimum of 4 hours. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Sampaloc, and add 10 minutes to get to Silanguin and another 10 for Nagsasa (travel time can change depending on the weather). Sampaloc has a nice easy walk through a bamboo forest to small waterfalls with a nice pool. All beaches have entrance around p100 per head. Cooler and beanbags provided with the speedboat :) Book a day in advance with us, or you can call Captain Gregg +63 920 982 4178 and please let him know Tamara referred you so you get a good deal. For a cheaper but longer option try renting a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
9 locals recommend
Nagsasa Cove
9 locals recommend
Speedboat transfers to nearby coves are a great half or whole day trip for large groups. Speedboat day tours run for a minimum of 4 hours. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Sampaloc, and add 10 minutes to get to Silanguin and another 10 for Nagsasa (travel time can change depending on the weather). Sampaloc has a nice easy walk through a bamboo forest to small waterfalls with a nice pool. All beaches have entrance around p100 per head. Cooler and beanbags provided with the speedboat :) Book a day in advance with us, or you can call Captain Gregg +63 920 982 4178 and please let him know Tamara referred you so you get a good deal. For a cheaper but longer option try renting a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
Speedboat transfers to nearby coves are a great half or whole day trip for large groups. Speedboat day tours run for a minimum of 4 hours. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Sampaloc, and add 10 minutes to get to Silanguin and another 10 for Nagsasa (travel time can change depending on the weather). Sampaloc has a nice easy walk through a bamboo forest to small waterfalls with a nice pool. All beaches have entrance around p100 per head. Cooler and beanbags provided with the speedboat :) Book a day in advance with us, or you can call Captain Gregg +63 920 982 4178 and please let him know Tamara referred you so you get a good deal. For a cheaper but longer option try renting a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
7 locals recommend
Sampaloc Cove
7 locals recommend
Speedboat transfers to nearby coves are a great half or whole day trip for large groups. Speedboat day tours run for a minimum of 4 hours. It takes around 20 minutes to get to Sampaloc, and add 10 minutes to get to Silanguin and another 10 for Nagsasa (travel time can change depending on the weather). Sampaloc has a nice easy walk through a bamboo forest to small waterfalls with a nice pool. All beaches have entrance around p100 per head. Cooler and beanbags provided with the speedboat :) Book a day in advance with us, or you can call Captain Gregg +63 920 982 4178 and please let him know Tamara referred you so you get a good deal. For a cheaper but longer option try renting a banca from Mangrove Resort in Baloy. The Banca fits up to 12 guests. Contact: Lea at 09997496675 and tell her Tamara from The Nest by the Sea sent you. :)
Spend the day volunteering at WIN while learning about our local wildlife. Call at least a day ahead to let them know you're coming!
Wildlife In Need Rescue Center
Spend the day volunteering at WIN while learning about our local wildlife. Call at least a day ahead to let them know you're coming!
This is a fun, 1 hour trek through the forest, which ends in Triboa Bay. Remember to bring a local guide with you!
Apaliin Trail
Apaliin Trail
This is a fun, 1 hour trek through the forest, which ends in Triboa Bay. Remember to bring a local guide with you!
Aside from having a fun collection of slides for the kids and kids at heart, there is a little known cove right beside Adventure beach where the locals like to hang out away from the crowds.
11 locals recommend
Adventure Beach Waterpark, Subic Bay
Camayan Wharf Road
11 locals recommend
Aside from having a fun collection of slides for the kids and kids at heart, there is a little known cove right beside Adventure beach where the locals like to hang out away from the crowds.

Arts & Culture

A collection of houses from several eras in Philippine history, this is a great day trip just over an hour away from Subic Bay.
42 locals recommend
Las Casas Filipinas De Acuzar
42 locals recommend
A collection of houses from several eras in Philippine history, this is a great day trip just over an hour away from Subic Bay.
An old house converted into a BNB and music school, Casa San Miguel teaches local kids the art of Classical Music. They have a cafe, and a beach nearby. Check their schedule if you want to catch a performance.
12 locals recommend
Casa San Miguel
Evangelista Street
12 locals recommend
An old house converted into a BNB and music school, Casa San Miguel teaches local kids the art of Classical Music. They have a cafe, and a beach nearby. Check their schedule if you want to catch a performance.

Shopping

Go thrift shopping for secondhand clothing, shoes and bags at the many ukay-ukay shops in Olongapo City.
Olongapo City
Go thrift shopping for secondhand clothing, shoes and bags at the many ukay-ukay shops in Olongapo City.
A great place to find random things!
10 locals recommend
HMR Trading Haus
1109 Palm St
10 locals recommend
A great place to find random things!
A tiny shop in Cubi, The Candleroom is the best place to get quality candles, room scents, and other products made with the best essential oils. They're open Monday -Friday, 8am-5pm. Show them a proof of booking at any of our Nests, and they'll give you a 10% discount!
The Candleroom Co.
A tiny shop in Cubi, The Candleroom is the best place to get quality candles, room scents, and other products made with the best essential oils. They're open Monday -Friday, 8am-5pm. Show them a proof of booking at any of our Nests, and they'll give you a 10% discount!

Essentials

The best place to find imported and local goods alike, Royal Duty Free is the local grocery store and a popular pit stop for tour groups looking for a good deal. You can pay in dollars here!
41 locals recommend
Royal Duty Free
1109 Palm Street Rizal Hwy
41 locals recommend
The best place to find imported and local goods alike, Royal Duty Free is the local grocery store and a popular pit stop for tour groups looking for a good deal. You can pay in dollars here!
Great place to get a massage while your significant other is shopping in HMR or Royal Duty Free
Mimong Face And Body Spa
Argonaut Highway
Great place to get a massage while your significant other is shopping in HMR or Royal Duty Free
A new gym in the base, Victory gym is popular with Subic locals.
Victory Gym and Athletic Club
Canal Road
A new gym in the base, Victory gym is popular with Subic locals.
Tai Chi offers on site as well as home service massage. They are pretty good!
Taichi Wellness Spa
1131 Palm St
Tai Chi offers on site as well as home service massage. They are pretty good!
A nice laundromat in the center of town!
Pure and Soft Professional Laundry Service Subic
A nice laundromat in the center of town!