𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏: 𝐀𝐅𝐓𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐄
📍 SM Sto. Tomas, 2F
Coffee: ★★★★★
Price: ★★★ ☆ ☆
Ambiance: ★★★★★
Overall Experience: ★★★★★
If you ever find yourself searching for a place to recharge your devices and your social battery around SM Sto. Tomas —After Tree could be the cozy escape you’ve been looking for.
First on the sip list, my friend and I both ordered their iced spanish latte and I must say that it was rich, bold, and brewed just right 👍🏻 definitely a 5/5. It’s the kind of cup that wakes you up without punching you in the face.
A little heads up, they only offer one size for their drinks. In terms of their packaging, it is sustainable and is definitely something new to me! BUT the price felt a little too pricey for the portion. Still, kudos to them for being eco-friendly!
What really amazed me was the ambiance of the whole coffee shop. Even though it’s located inside the mall and is literally beside the SM Food Court, for some reason it was surprisingly peaceful. The noise levels are low, and there are plenty of sockets that are perfect for students like us! Plus, according to my friend, it’s introvert-approved, too.
The staff were friendly and accommodating, and to top it off—it’s pet-friendly! So it’s a BIG YES FOR ME.