Your new favorite neighborhood haunt
For restaurateur Elbert Cuenca, good food does not have to be fancy. Thoughtful dishes built on flavor, and a place people will want to come back to — now that’s a winning formula.
Everyone needs a friendly neighborhood haunt. That little place where you know you can head out to for some really great food, and even better drinks.
ELBERT Cuenca is still evolving as a restaurateur, and Harry’s Bistro is proof of his penchant for good food.
ALL PHOTOGRAPHS by Alvin Kasiban for DAILY TRIBUNE
Ensconced right in the heart of Legazpi Village is Harry’s Bistro – an artsy little spot that feels like a vibe, but delivers on all the right flavor notes, pun intended, and a great night out. The latest venture of restaurateur Elbert Cuenca is set to become your new favorite watering hole, no matter what time of day you head out. That it may have been named after his pet dog, Harry, whose portrait you see on the menu — major plus points!
ADDING contrast and tension to the cozy feel is the gallery wall bedecked with modern art.
Being in the restaurant business for the better part of the last 30 years, Cuenca has, safe to say, done it all. He’s gone fine dining and fancy with the iconic Elbert’s Steak Room and Metronome, while also dabbling in some good old “everyday” food at the much-missed Elbert’s Sandwiches. With everyone pedaling back from looking for restaurants solely for the ‘gram, Harry’s Bistro hits that sweet spot between an elevated dining experience and good mood food you want to keep coming back to.
WARM and welcoming is a vibe at Harry's, achieved through earth tones and natural materials
