Some nights, a bartender’s role is to compel a thought while you nurse a drink.
Because, lucky you, how often would you see Maria Ozawa behind a bar that stands between you and the woman of your dreams?
Ozawa’s The Mansion stretches the elastic definition of classier juice joints in its Makati neighborhood even the most discerning barflies don’t merely go to for a glass of something they insist for wherever they go.
On a few communal tables, curated continental fare predominates, alongside choicest libation as pointers for good taste.
One does not resist the billiards bar by a Filipino pool legend, karaoke, frisbee on gigantic TV and the sweet suite life at the M cocktail lounge by Chivas Regal.
And, of course, Maria Ozawa, when it’s her turn to entertain, tossing away the show tradition of mixing drinks, to give you a swig.
What will you have?
The Mansion Sports Bar & Lounge is on C. Palanca Street, Legazpi Village, Makati City.