Pugon by Amare: For the Love of Food

Being one of the most recognizable food brands in Baguio City, Pugon by Amare took the notch higher as it opened its doors to a new dining landscape featuring some of the most well-loved food, surrounded by Baguio’s lush greens, and welcomed by the cool breeze of the city – all while enjoying your favorite Filipino food.

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Pugon by Amare: Love Food, Breathe Baguio

Posing more than just a restaurant, Pugon by Amare is your home where you can celebrate any occasion, over warm conversations, good food, and good company. The concept of Pugon by Amare was Edmark Bustos’ homage and tribute to his father, who taught him the love for food.

This concept restaurant is also giving importance to the local community – introducing local Baguio products, supporting local farmers and suppliers, and patronizing locally-sourced ingredients that gives Pugon its homey food flavor.

They also feature a 200-seater events space (extendable to 250), a new addition to this concept restaurant – perfect for events, gatherings, and special occasions! They also have 4 private dining and/or meeting rooms with different hues and views according to your liking.

Of course, the traditional make-your-own-pizza is still a thing in Pugon by Amare  – a signature experience with its white-clad pugon oven as your background – this can be a shared moment with yourself, friends, and family!

Opened at the Scout Hill of Camp John Hay on the second half of March 2026, Pugon by Amare does not only want to be remembered as a restaurant, but rather be remembered as a ‘destination’ that people will always look for and will come back to because they feel ‘home’ – a legacy and atmosphere that Pugon By Amare wants to cultivate.

What’s new on Pugon by Amare’s Menu

With its new concept, Pugon by Amare is introducing Filipino Comfort Food! Be it from your childhood classics of isaw, sisig, bagnet and the like, Pugon by Amare has got you!

When I visited Pugon, I of course tried their signature homey dishes and starters that are familiar to the Filipino palate. I personally tried their Chopsuey Bagnet (₱ 380, sharing)*, Tinapa Fried Rice (₱ 220, sharing)*, Crispy Isaw Starters (₱ 285, sharing)*, Crispy Enoki (₱ 345, sharing)*, Iloco Salad (₱ 395, sharing)*, and their new bestseller, the Crispy Isaw Pizza (₱ 520, Grande)*.

I personally would recommend you to try their Crispy Isaw Pizza as it is new to the Amare table offerings. This innovative recipe brings your favorite Filipino merienda to a whole new level!

I also tried their new Strawberry Cloud Iced Latte (₱ 225)*, a new signature drink from the Pugon Cafe curated by sir Edmark’s sister, Marianne. This light-tasting drink reminds me of home as it uses local flavors such as strawberry and Benguet coffee, infused in one refreshing drink. Definitely a must-try!

If I come back, I would love to try their Vodka Pasta (₱ 860, sharing)*, Kare-Kare (₱ 525, sharing)* Garlic Shrimp Pizza (₱ 590, Media)*, Strawberry Burrata Salad (₱ 650, sharing)*, and their Ube Latte (₱ 225)* as well. There is just so much flavor waiting to be discovered in Pugon!

*Prices are subject to change without prior notice. If you happen to see price changes on their menu, you can email me here so we can dish things up!

How to get to Pugon by Amare

Via jeepney:

If going to Pugon by Amare via jeepney, ride any jeepney passing by Camp John Hay (Green Water or Scout Barrio – found near the Igorot Park). Tell the dispatcher and driver to drop you off at the Camp John Hay Main Gate (left side of the road). Walk your way to Pugon for around 20 minutes. Jeepney fare costs ₱ 13 – 15. Travel time is around 15 to 20 minutes from the city center.

Via taxi:

If going to Pugon by Amare via taxi, tell the driver that you would alight at “Scout Hill” inside Camp John Hay then tell the driver to drop you off at Pugon by Amare (left side). Taxi fare costs around ₱ 104 – 120. Travel time is around 10 to 15 minutes from the city center.

Via private car:

If going to Pugon by Amare via private car, search on your preferred navigation app or device “Pugon by Amare.” Travel time is around 10 – 15 minutes from the city center. You can enter either (1) via Camp John Hay Main Gate along Loakan Road, or (2) via Camp John Hay Gate 4 along Country Club Road.

Pugon by Amare Business Profile

Address	Scout Hill, Camp John Hay, Baguio City
Business days and hours	Daily, 1000 – 2100 H
Contact number/s	+63 916 332 1522
Website	amarelacucina.com
Social media account/s	Facebook: @PugonbyAmare Instagram: @pugonbyamare Tiktok: @pugonbyamare
Price Range	₱ 100 – 5200 (with 5% service charge)
Wi-Fi	Yes. (Ask at reception for QR Code / password)
Parking	Yes. First-come-first-served basis. Limited

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