harlan + holden coffee

Harlan + Holden arguably serves some of the best coffee—if not the best coffee—in BGC. What sets them apart, aside from the quality, is their streamlined ordering system. Customers can place their orders online and simply pick them up at the store, a huge convenience for busy corporate professionals who don’t have the luxury of waiting in line. While I haven’t tried their food options yet, I’ve heard they’re decent, though perhaps not the standout of the menu. The real star is their sea salt coffee, a must-try that balances rich flavor with a subtle saltiness that’s unique and memorable. Whether you’re a coffee enthusiast or just in need of a quick caffeine fix, Harlan + Holden is a spot worth visiting!

I like the option to place an order myself and pay cashless. On the screen though, all you can see are the names of items and one smaller photo, so it’s hard to make a choice on what to order if you’re new to the establishment or unfamiliar with the menu. We asked a worker about looking at the descriptions to get a better idea of what we’d like, but no help. I got the campfire coffee. It was okay, too much chocolate for my taste but it may be perfect for someone else. It ended up being pretty thick after I mixed it. Ordered a sourdough steak and cheese sandwich. The taste was good but the inside was cold (see pic, cold cheese clumped in the middle but melted on the edge nicely). Would have been 10x better if it were heated properly. Also to note, totally not worth the price of almost ₱300 (FOR HALF A SANDWICH❗️) The vibe is nice—clean, bright, modern aesthetic. Love the high ceilings. I was hoping to have a slower morning, sip my coffee slowly, and read the news. Couldn’t really do that here because they only have wooden stools lol Average experience overall. I wanted to try a new place but this just wasn’t the place for me.

The coffee shop has a unique aesthetic which may or may not appeal to you. I didn’t love it because it’s not comfortable, not very functional. But the coffee makes up for it. To me the coffee is superior to a lot of alternatives in the area. The staff are super friendly so that’s another plus. 10/10 for me

I don’t get the hype. Their coffee was waaay too sweet. The service was relatively decent. Since placing order is self-service, discounts can’t be availed.

The cashless DIY payment is new to me. Havent seen anything like this. As for the coffee their campfire is not for my liking, its for kids. Avocado toast is bland. I love the cheesesteak tho, it is flavorful. The place is basic.