Subspace Coffee House

Whenever you go to coffee shops, don't you just wish you could order something other than the usual? Let’s be honest. They’re all just variations of different coffee to milk ratios – pure coffee is espresso, add milk and it becomes latte, top it with foam, and you have your cappuccino. Which is why as much as coffee drinkers love the beverage, it’s completely understandable to want something other than their usual cup of joe.

Subspace Coffee House isn't your typical coffee shop. Being in the center of the business district of Ortigas, you wouldn't expect to find such an artsy and eclectic place amidst towering, gray buildings. 

With doodles on the walls, mismatched furniture, and random things as decor, you’d think the interior design concept is just a collection of knick knacks thrown all over the room. However, taking a closer look will make you realize that each piece is a character all on its own. 

But of course, we came to this place not only for its ambiance but primarily for the food and drinks. Their best-seller (and frankly the main reason why we decided to check the place out) is their Purple Potato Latte. 

Now, don’t be fooled by the color. Its bright purple color makes it seem like an ube (purple yam) or taro drink, but it’s not. It’s made of camote (sweet potato). I was expecting it to taste like ube but it didn't. It tastes milky and creamy with just the perfect hint of the camote flavor. It's so delicious and definitely something you wouldn’t find anywhere else. 

Martin had the Peanut Butter Latte. If you like peanut butter, you are going to love this drink. It tastes exactly like peanut butter, and why wouldn’t it when it actually has thick peanut butter at the bottom of the drink. Every sip you take, you get real, creamy peanut butter up your straw. 

Aside from drinks, they also have a selection of sandwiches, breads and pastries for you to munch on. 

I had their Kani and Cucumber Sandwich. I seldom order sandwiches in restaurants because I’ve had many disappointments of ordering sandwiches with barely any filling in it. But with this one, there was a generous serving of the kani filling and cucumber. The croissant was good to eat on its own as well. 

Martin had the Big Bang Waffle which to be honest, I would have ordered instead if I knew how awesome it was. It’s basically a waffle sandwich with sunny side up egg, bacon, ham, and cheese topped with mayonnaise. What a mouthful! It may seem overwhelming but with all these elements put together, it’s an explosion of flavors inside your mouth.

With so much creativity visible in the interiors of the space, it’s hard for it not to spill over on to the food. 

Subspace Coffee House

Unit 103, GF Grand Emerald Tower,

F. Ortigas Jr. Road, Ortigas Center, 

Pasig Ciy 1605