Come Into
the Valley

We are at 5 B22 L17 Happy Valley Street, Balusong Ave., Matina, Davao City. The café is named after the actual street it sits on — Happy Valley Street — which gives the place its identity and warmth.

Cold milk is poured to the brim of the glass, then a shot of warm espresso is added on top — the two liquids meet and create a beautiful coffee gradient that slowly blends as you watch. It is visual, it is intentional, and it is one of the most ordered drinks at the café. Mike once made it with three types of milk for a special guest.

The Sicilian Pasta is the most highly recommended dish — rich, satisfying, and unlike anything else in Davao. Guests who come for coffee often leave talking about the pasta. It is a genuine signature.

We were unable to confirm our pet policy online. Please message us on Instagram — @happy_valley_cafe.dvo — to confirm before your visit.

Keith Nilo and Mike Lozano are the founders and the faces of Happy Valley Café. Both are trained barista-chefs — they did not choose between making coffee and cooking food, they do both. Chef Gene Gonzalez, a pillar of Philippine culinary culture, called them "two of the most dynamic baristas in the Mindanao coffee scene." They were featured in "Young Chefs of Davao" Episode 3 in November 2023.

Mike will guide you through the tasting notes of the single-origin Arabica — the cup material, the temperature, the bloom, the timing. Every variable affects what you taste. It is educational and personal — not a performance, but a genuine sharing of knowledge. Many guests say it changed how they think about coffee.

We are currently walk-in only. For any special arrangements — group visits, private events, or special occasions — reach us via Instagram DM at @happy_valley_cafe.dvo and we will do our best to accommodate.

Yes — Happy Valley Café is a comfortable place to work or study. Wi-Fi is available for guests. The calm atmosphere, natural light, and great coffee make it a favorite for remote workers and students in Matina.