Tablea Chocolate Cafe

Tablea Chocolate Cafe pioneered the creation of homegrown, artisanal and innovative chocolate products in Cebu, transforming the traditional Philippine tablea into a modern, upscale café experience. Founded in 2010 by Consul Armi Lopez-Garcia, the café brand, managed by Armson Foods Inc., has built a strong reputation based on tradition and passion for local cacao. They operate multiple branches, primarily in Cebu, offering a rich, dark chocolate experience that serves as a unique alternative to traditional coffee shops. The menu focuses on tablea-based drinks and desserts, highlighting staples like authentic sikwate, thick hot chocolate, champorado with added flair, churros, and premium chocolate cakes.

The brand pride itself on using locally sourced cacao, supporting the Filipino agricultural sector and ensuring a premium product, making it a standout choice for patrons interested in supporting local. The cafe provides a comfortable, cozy atmosphere suitable for quick bites, desserts, and casual meetings, often characterized by rustic, warm interiors. Their commitment to quality is evident in their curated menu, which often features unique, tablea-infused creations such as specialized pastries and artisanal chocolates for retail.

Tablea Chocolate Cafe has also diversified its revenue streams by offering retail products, allowing customers to bring the taste of their favorite drinks home. Their consistent innovation and dedication to enhancing the local cacao industry, led by its CEO, have earned them recognition both locally and internationally, making it a well-established and trusted brand in the Philippine food and beverage scene, especially within the Visayas region.