Mr. Jones by Raintree Restaurants at Greenbelt 5 is moving to Bonifacio High Street in BGC soon. We came by last Saturday to admire its cooking and ambianceβthree days before “D-day” or their move-out day. Mr. Jones is an up-market and contemporary restaurant serving a full array of authentic American cuisine. The menu features real blue plates, gourmet diner pies, burgers, old-fashioned milkshakes nβ egg creams, fountain drinks, boutique gourmet beer and all-day breakfast among others.
Review of Mr. Jones (Greenbelt 5, Makati City)
Ambiance: β β β β β
Nicely decorated, Mr. Jones in Greenbelt 5 was a lovely rectangular room and not cramped. Theme was pleasing to the eye as it consisted of pastels accented with bold primary colors. Details on furniture were quite adequate and consistent. I liked it how natural bright lighting strikes all over the room, and I hope that this remains the same in their new branch in Bonifacio Global City. There’s also an al-fresco area that had a warm and relaxing ambiance. Being situated outside the mall and nearer the greenery was a big plus. It was absolutely charming! π
Service: β β β β β
Service was professional, non-intrusive and accommodating majority of the time we were there. Orders came quickly and there was no pressure to leave right away once we had finished the meal.
Food: β β β ββ
Mr. Jones’ Crab Carbonara Linguine (PhP 450) tasted fine and fresh but just lacked excitement. Made with crab meat, black caviar, bacon, egg yolk, linguine, fresh lemon and dill, the pasta didn’t look much when it arrived. I was saddened because it did not have that strong, luscious flavor of crab in white sauce I had anticipated. I also wished that the garnish and toppings were more abundant and more vibrant. Overall, this dish deserved a mediocre salute. Next, please.
We chose Rosemary Grilled Chicken and Turkey Melt (PhP 450) from the list of superstar sandwiches because its description on the menu was long hence it looked interesting: emmental and gruyere cheese, pesto, mixed greens, tomatoes and onions, topped with sweet cranberry compote on toasted rye served with fries, coleslaw and a pickle. After 10 minutes, my curiosity was quelled finally upon my first bite. It was a good-quality sandwich. Everything was put together well and resulted to something satisfying. The sides couldn’t go unnoticed. They were as good as sides complementing a sandwich could get.
Price for Value: β β β ββ
The food was okay but not PhP 900++ okay. I expected a lot more. With the high prices, they should have inspired a deeper pang of hunger or a craving. That said, a reduction in prices would be nice and probably would reflect the taste of food better. At least this was what I thought out of the two items we ordered. I could pass a different judgment when we try more of Mr. Jones’ food next time. π
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That looks like a really trendy restaurant. The food looks great and it sounds like a great place to have a meal.
The food had good flavors and were served in big portions. So don’t forget to share. π
Those fries look so good! Sounds like a great place to visit–thanks for sharing!
Yeah, the fries were perfectly fried golden. They had a nice crispy bite. You’re welcome!
I like the restaurants in GB5 because of the view. I agree that it’s a bit pricey though.
The ambiance makes it as an upscale restaurant but counting the food alone, this joint does not make it at par with the cost.
Thanks for sharing about Mr. Jones! The dishes looked good!
You’re welcome. Food was good but the price was a little outrageous.
I’d love to visit there. Maybe it’s pricey, but I think it would be worth it for the experience.
Pricey but worth it for those special occasions and special someones, maybe.
The melt sandwich would be my choice for sure. It looked stacked with all things yummy.
The sandwich was better than average but not what I would call amazing. The sides though offer a good assortment.
What a great place! The food looks delicious, and I love the atmosphere.
The meal presentation at Mr. Jones and other restaurants of Raintree is a source of pride. I have never been disappointed with how they arrange and do the plating. π
This looks like a good restaurant. All the food looks and sounds really great.
It’s a good restaurant where you can have a ton of options and a decent selection of American food.
The food looks delicious and I have mark this city down to bucket list. I love a great atmosphere with amazing food.
Nice. Just note the catch: expect that with a place like this, food is expensive. This can be a “special occasion” place or where you go when you need to take a good customer out for a business lunch.
The decor is very sparse and plain. There’s not much to look at and the name itself kind of reflects that. At least the food is good!
On the contrary… the design might look plain but this is the kind of ambiance I like, just relaxing and serene with the colors. π
That linguine dish looks delicious. I love checking out new restaurants.
It’s a pretty penny for a meal here, so save up before splurging! π
This place looks really pretty! The food too!
Yup, each course on the menu seemed like a world of taste, with a concoction of flavors offered on one plate.
Looks trendy for a restaurant. Nice place to hang out with friends. And the foods seem, mmm, delicious.
If you can swallow the price-point, you should definitely try this place once. π
this is very nice that pasta looks so full for me. the sandwich looks yummy! definitely will recommend your blog for my foreign friends
Thanks, Jane. π Just note that they are moving to BGC and we’re not sure yet when they will open the new branch there.
This looks like an amazing place to eat and the food looks really good too. It does look like an old time dinner to me.
I agree. Yeah, the place looked quite “vintage.”
I’m sorry the food didn’t quite live up to the high prices and hype. We’ve had that happen before too.
Originally we ordered the Dark Beer Braised U.S. Beef Brisket (PhP 425) instead of the crab pasta. Unfortunately, the server told us that it’s not available. I think paying that amount for something meatier would have more value.
The atmosphere here looks wonderful and looks like such an pleasant place to eat. The food looks really good too. I’m surprised you only gave it 3 stars. Looks like you had a great time away!
It’s because of the pasta and the prices that don’t seem justifiable. π I had a good time anyway with the company of my friends.
I love coming to your blog and seeing all these awesome restaurants.
Thanks for the support, Paulina. I’m happy to know that. π
The pasta dish looks so yummy!! I am loving the layout of the restaurant very modern and trendy!!
The food in general was good and well prepared but nothing that blew my mind. For the price and reputation, I was expecting more.
That sandwich looks awesome! thanks for sharing.
It was a good one to try. You’re welcome! π
Always disappointing when the price doesn’t reflect the quality of the food
Yeah. If you’re not celebrating any occasion but rather just having a casual meal, that would be the probable reaction.
I’m always at GB but I never tried having anything here yet – I’ll take this review in mind.
You may follow them on Facebook to stay updated on when their doors will be opened once again–at BGC. π
Really love the decor and ambience of the place, i have a thing for diner styled restaurants! Too bad the food are too mediocre!
Maybe I just had high expectations because of all the good reviews I’ve read before. π
Hayz, mas malayo na sa place namin. Nevertheless, we’ll try to go there to their new abode. Pansin ko lang, medyo pricy ata ang foods.
Yeah medyo pricey. But then again, life is short. Carpe Diem! π If you think you will like their food, then head over to Mr. Jones (soon at BGC) and enjoy.
It has great interior a mix of western and Filipino design. I like their milkshakes and tapa but sad to know that they will move away from our condo now.
Ohh. It’s still nearer to you than it is to me. π If you’re in the neighborhood, or have access to getting here, go for it!
I like their sandwich and burgers too at Mr. Jones.
With the many kinds of sandwiches to choose from, deciding for only one was difficult for us as we’re not familiar with any one of them. π
The place looks nice and swanky, but as you’ve mentioned it’s quite expensive for the value of the food you get.
Yeah, one try is enough.
A 450 Peso pasta wouldn’t last here in Davao as we will say that it’s too expensive for us to pay for it. It’ll be something special if it’s priced like that but based on your reviews, I don’t think I don’t want to risk myself to order their pasta. I’d rather have a juicy medium well steak that has the same price as the pasta at Mr. Jones. I do hope they’ll cut down their prices into half so that my wallet wouldn’t cry for agony in paying their expensive food. π
Yup, indeed we had a lot of great food to eat with decent prices when we visited Davao. π
The site looks posh. I love the honesty of your review regarding the price, which greatly matter as nowadays, practical customers look for fulfilling AND affordable food:)
***greatly matters
Thanks, Jenig. Of course the price matters every time. π
Thank you for your honest review. I’m coming to visit soon so I’m always on the lookout of where to eat.
Looks like I’m skipping this hehe. Plus I crave tons of pinoy food and asian food.
You’re welcome. You can go to other Raintree Restaurants like the Museum Cafe/M Cafe, Kabila, or Simple Lang for Asian/Filipino food.
I’ve never heard of crab carbonara before. This looks like a great spot.
It’s a classy spot and I bet the ambiance at the soon-to-open branch at BGC will be as inviting.
I haven’t tried Mr. Jones yet..It seems like there’s a lot of restos I still haven’t tried. The Crab Linguine will get me to go there.
You can try this later on with your family. π
Wow, the interior/ambiance is classy and looks like a hotel but the price of food is steep for a cheapskate like me.
Yeah but maybe the prices just reflect the high rates of their rental fee. It’s understandable that way since Mr. Jones was located in a prime spot in Greenbelt and so as other restaurants in the same aisle.
I ate here before and I agree that the prices are pretty high for the servings.
It’s okay to indulge in here every once in a while though. Food are okay.
I bet my American friend who’s staying here for a while will be happy to visit Mrs Jones.
Yup, let him compare the food prepared here versus those in his home country. π
Too expensive. The pasta doesn’t look appetizing at all.
Yeah it wasn’t a winner in the looks department.