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With the holiday season in full swing, everyone's in "treat yourself" mode. If you're a food-loving Filipino, eating at all the best buffets in Manila is par for the course (s).
With options for every occasion and craving, you’re bound to find a spot that satisfies you. Not sure which ones are worth checking out? Start with these top buffet restaurants in Metro Manila.
1. HEAT
For a five-star hotel buffet experience, you can't beat HEAT at EDSA Shangri-La in Ortigas. Their menu is as bold as the name suggests, complete with exclusive dishes from specialty chefs like Summer Palace’s Tony Sum. Diners can watch the masters in action thanks to the restaurant's "open-theater kitchen" concept. It’s the place to be for dinner and a show.
Buffet rates start at ₱1,800 for breakfast and go up to ₱3,500 for dinner. Why the price jump? On Friday nights, they roll out premium surf and turf eats, like their slow-roasted beef, suckling pig, and lobster thermidor. Totally worth it!
2. Spectrum
Do you want to dine like a tourist without leaving the city? Get a table at Spectrum in Fairmont Makati. The restaurant offers themed nights celebrating various global cuisines, including Korean, Indian, and Japanese. They also use fresh, locally sourced ingredients to support small businesses and uphold their eco-conscious values.
For those who love variety, Spectrum has a Highlights Corner with a rotating selection of menu items that change daily. Their “Sunday’s Best” buffet is a must-try thanks to its dedicated stations for Peking duck, fresh seafood, and charcuterie.
3. Jasmine
Does the thought of all-you-can-eat dim sum make you giddy? You'll love Jasmine at New World Makati. Starting at ₱1,388++, you can fill up on as much siomai, hakaw, and xiao long bao as your stomach can handle. They also have fried rice, braised noodles, congee, and other classic Chinese and Cantonese delights.
If the rainy weather makes you crave hotpot, Jasmine has you covered, too. While it's not part of their standard buffet menu, it's worth adding to your feast. Mix and match different soup bases, meats, and veggies to create your perfect bowl.
4. Vikings
Vikings is one of the biggest and most popular buffet restaurants in Manila. With seven branches across the metro, you won't have to travel far to dine at this hotspot. Each venue has a unique interior theme, creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere wherever you go.
Their rates start at ₱988, which is relatively more affordable than other buffets on this list. But they don't skimp on the variety of their offerings. You can fulfill virtually any craving with just one meal here. They have sushi, dim sum, carved meats, shabu-shabu, and more. Tipid tip: birthday celebrants can eat like a Viking for free if they bring one adult with them.
5. Ogetsu Hime
Ogetsu Hime is the place for anyone who makes a beeline for the Japanese section at other buffets. Here, it's all Japanese cuisine, all the time. You can get everything from torched maki rolls and fresh sashimi to Angus beef teppanyaki and crispy tempura.
Their menu is extensive, and some items, like the teppanyaki, are made to order. That ensures every bite of beef is char-grilled to perfection. So, don’t be shy to order more of your favorites if they’re on the buffet menu but missing from the spread. Next time you’re in SM Megamall or SM Aura, make sure to stop by.
6. Kashmir
For many Filipinos, Kashmir was their first taste of authentic Indian food. Since relocating to One Bonifacio High Street in BGC, Taguig, they've started holding lunch buffets with an assortment of their bestsellers. The menu is pared down, but every dish hits the spot.
It's perfect for those new to Indian cuisine as they can try classics such as beef vindaloo, chicken tikka masala, and palak paneer in one meal. They also serve fresh flatbread to help soak up all the sauces.
Tipid tip: the regular rate for walk-ins is ₱1,250, but you can bring it down to ₱898 if you reserve a table a day early.
Going to buffets in Manila is nothing short of a culinary adventure. But having limitless choices for what to eat can be overwhelming, and not everyone wants to be out on the town.
For those who prefer to dine at home, there's always delivery and takeout. And if you're a Globe prepaid user, you can subscribe to GO+99 promos to get discounts on SM Malls Online and MetroMart, plus a free upsize voucher for Tim Hortons. You can also easily cash in to GCash for quick and secure payments. Go on, treat yourself to whatever you want!
