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Launched in late 2025 by Kevin Corales Wendy Esteban and Patrick Leyble this boundarypushing nightlife destination has quickly established itself as a thriving creative haven for Manilas alternative social scene
Questions
Frequently asked
Who works at Problem Child?
Made By profiles Kevin Corales (Co-founder / beverage lead), Patrick Leyble (Co-founder / beverage lead) and Wendy Esteban (Co-founder) at Problem Child.
How expensive is Problem Child?
Problem Child is listed at a price level of $$$.
The field
How it compares
| Place | Notes | Awards | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Problem Child | Jupiter, $$$ | · | · |
| Argo | Hong Kong | 50 Best | · |
| Commune Café + Bar + Roastery | Makati | · | filipino |
| El Gallo Altanero | Guadalajara | 50 Best | · |
| Martiny’s | New York City | 50 Best | · |
| The Spirits Library | Makati | · | other |
| Thunderbolt | Los Angeles | 50 Best | · |
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The Sunday email
Read about the people behind bars like Problem Child in the Sunday email.
Every Sunday we send a lead story and up to four more about the chefs, winemakers, sommeliers and hoteliers behind the restaurants, bars, wineries and hotels we cover.
Recent stories
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