Along the far-off Congressional Avenue Extension in Quezon City are some commercially successful food establishments fast making the strip the next go-to dining area up north. For those sick and tired of the traffic and congestion common in the Fort, Makati, Ortigas, Greenhills, and even Tomas Morato, Quezon City areas, Congressional provides a more convenient and understated alternative. There are Brewing Point Neighborhood Café, Chimes Square, and Box Park, among other cool, new joints in the area.
Another one to launch in the flourishing Congressional area is The Armory, so called for its rugged, barracks-themed façade, interiors, and overall ambiance. By offering quality in its line of beverages and services plus the night-out experience it gives, it’s poised to be the first bar and grill to spice up the party scene up north.
The Armory’s location is strategic, as it’s just a detour away from Quezon City’s most congested areas. It’s just 12 minutes away from Katipunan; 15 minutes from Trinoma/SM North; and 20 minutes from Tomas Morato. It’s a mere 30 minutes away from Sampaloc, Manila.
The distance will surely be no issue once you step into The Armory and relish the full experience.
“The Bunker,†the first floor of the Armory, is a restaurant that complements its subtlety with the wide variety of cocktails tended right at the counter and the delicious food choices delivered to your table by the accommodating staff. It’s a friendly place for some chillaxin’, but you can have fun here, too, with a beer pong table and a DJ playing some cool beats on the side.
At the second floor is “The Armory†proper,where the real shindig happens.While hard liquor, beer, and cocktails are served here, the DJs make the other reason why it’s worth the sneaking. One of the city’s hottest DJ groups, Impact Manila who plays at Black Market, Aracama, and at “Happy Thursday†joints is a regular DJ here. So, expect nothing but the ultimate jams when they’re manning the booth.
“You’ll have a different kind of drinking experience at The Armory. It’s actually the first time that a bar in Quezon City is serving craft cocktails,†says GMA-7 actor Martin del Rosario, whose first time it is to get into a “major†type of business.
“From the military warehouse theme to the accommodating staff, too, we’ll make sure everyone up north who decides to drop by will have a great time!â€
“The Bunker†is open all days of the week, while “The Armory†is onlyopen from Wednesday to Sunday.
Both “The Bunker†and “The Armory†have each day of the week tailor-fit for any party goer’s mood. These are Dropout Wednesday, which caters to students on a budget but would like to take a good mid-week break from school; #Squadgoals Thursday, which invites barkadas looking for some turned-up get-together; Ambush Friday, which provides surprise promos to make sure the weekend is welcomed with a bang; and Suicide Saturday, which seals the deal for a legit, lit night-out.
The student-friendly promosare perfect for students coming from Diliman-Katipunan like UP Diliman, Miriam, Ateneo, FEU-NRMF, Philippine School of Business Administration, among others; and Sampaloc like UST, FEU, University of Manila, San Beda College, and San Sebastian College – Recoletos, and more.
Stuck up north yet thirsting for some awesome party escape? Check out The Armory, a bar and grill alternative for those looking for the best party experience in the norther part of the city.
The Armory is located along Congressional Ave. Quezon City.