Celebrating Cris' Birthday at Cru Steakhouse

It was the birthday of Cris that day and Iggy wanted to surprise her with a lovely dinner. He had me call the restaurant to make reservations for 3 that evening. Dinner had to be early because it was also the same day I was leaving for Egypt... and I had asked them to bring me to the airport that evening. Cris had no inkling as to where we were planning to eat--- all she knew was--- she was going to bring me to the airport that evening... and we will have a quick bite somewhere before my departure. I have been hearing raves about this luxurious restaurant which pride themselves of serving the tastiest beef in town.

Cru is located at the ground floor of the brand new Marriott Hotel near Resort World. Marriott Hotel is a quick 15 minute drive from the Makati and Global City Taguig.

I was immediately impressed the moment I entered Cru. The lights were dim and the whole place exuded a certain level of warmth which makes you feel at ease. There were booths with couches and individual lounge chairs.

Manila Marriott Hotel- the newest 5-star hotel in the Philippines.

( courtesy of Manila Marriott Hotel.com )

It is common knowledge for business travelers and frequent flyers like me that airport hotels are disappointing. But today I got a pleasant surprise..... The MANILA MARRIOTT HOTEL was definitely an exception to the rule. Today tourists will soon bid goodbye to long airport transfers to their local destinations. MANILA MARRIOTT HOTEL has opened its doors to the public last October 2009.