Filipinos and food—oh, what a love affair! Food plays a key role in how we celebrate occasions, socialize with our network, and express our hospitality. And if there’s one culinary theme that encapsulates Filipinos’ passion for food, it’s the buffet. We love sharing the experience with our circle as much as we love a good spread.
The good news is that there’s a good selection of must-try buffets in town. Whether you’re craving international cuisine or in the mood for local favorites, Manila’s hotel buffet scene has something for everyone. Hotel buffets afford you a more elegant environment as you feast on a smorgasbord of appetizing dishes.
Ready for an eat-all-you-can adventure? Gather the whole gang and make your way to any of these restaurants that ensure dining out becomes special and memorable.
10 Must-Try Hotel Buffets In Manila
Seasonal Tastes at Westin Manila
Treat yourself and your loved ones to Westin Manila’s all-day dining restaurant that features a live interactive kitchen. Your stops for lunch at Seasonal Tastes also include soups, salads, carving, and Asian and pasta stations. For dinner, a seafood feast awaits you as well.
Address: The Westin Manila, San Miguel Avenue corner Lourdes Drive, Mandaluyong City
Operating Hours:
- Monday to Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Friday to Sunday, 6:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8256 2020.
Pet friendly? Yes, there are dog-friendly areas at Seasonal Tastes. They even have an A La Bark menu that’s available daily from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Advance reservation is required.
Escolta at The Peninsula Manila
Named after a historic street in the old downtown district of Binondo in Manila, Escolta is one of Makati’s best buffet restaurants. With live cooking stations, home-baked breads, fresh pastas, hand-rolled sushi, charcuterie, Chinese noodles, carving stations, artisanal ice creams, and a farm-to-table buffet restaurant concept, The Peninsula Manila’s buffet restaurant is nothing short of amazing.
Address: The Peninsula Manila, Corner of Ayala and Makati Avenues, 1226 Makati City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: Daily, 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Monday to Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: Monday to Sunday, 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
- Brunch: Sunday, 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8887 2888.
Pet friendly? No
Café Ilang-Ilang at The Manila Hotel
Café Ilang-Ilang is the preferred dining destination of those with discerning taste, with its sumptuous spread of Asian, Mediterranean, European, and Western dishes. Its eight live cooking stations are always ready to spoil its diners. The Manila Hotel’s culinary gem also offers halal-certified food.
Address: The Manila Hotel, 1 Rizal Park, Ermita, Manila
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 5301 5500 local 1262 to 1264.
Pet friendly? No
Circles Event Café at Makati Shangri-La, Manila
Round and round you go at Circles Event Café’s five interactive theater stations that offer local and international fares. Take your time and enjoy choosing which ones to fill your plate with: cold appetizers, seafood, Western cuisine, Asian delights, or an assortment of desserts.
Address: Lobby Level, Makati Shangri-La, Manila, Ayala Avenue corner Makati Avenue, Makati City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: Monday to Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: Monday to Sunday, 12:00 n.n. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: Thursday to Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8813 8888.
Pet friendly? No
HEAT at Edsa Shangri-La, Manila
Look forward to a satisfying dining experience at HEAT’s open-theater kitchens. The restaurant’s signature Asian and continental dishes are all waiting for diners to explore and enjoy. Indeed, HEAT (Healthy Eating, Amazing Tastes) makes it possible for you to discover a world of flavors.
Address: Lobby Level, Tower Wing, Edsa Shangri-La, Manila, 1 Garden Way, Ortigas Centre, Mandaluyong City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8633 8888.
Pet friendly? No
Corniche at Diamond Hotel Manila
Celebrate important milestones of your life at Corniche, where a team of master chefs whip up delectable dishes that are guaranteed to wow and leave a lasting impression. The elegant and chic interiors of Diamond Hotel Manila’s flagship restaurant only help elevate your dining adventure.
Address: Lobby Level, Diamond Hotel Manila Roxas Boulevard, corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila
Operating Hours: Daily, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 5305 3000 ext. 1121.
Pet friendly? No
Medley at Okada Manila
At Medley, you get to embark on an exciting journey of flavors around the world without leaving your seat. The mouth-watering spread includes local and international favorites, fresh seafood, and decadent dessert. Recent upgrades, such as their all-new Cheese Room and bigger dining area, are proof that Okada Manila continues to set the bar high for exceptional dining in town.
Address: Okada Manila, New Seaside Drive, Entertainment City, Parañaque City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Dinner: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at +632 8888 0777.
Pet friendly? No
Marriott Café at Marriott Manila Hotel
Let Marriott Café satisfy your cravings as you revisit your favorite dishes and explore new ones. Their Live Station allows you to enjoy a la minute dishes including Singapore Chili Crabs, while the Sashimi Station transports you instantly to Japan. Diners love that the service is as impeccable as the restaurant’s wide buffet spread.
Address: Ground Level, Marriott Hotel Manila, Pasay City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 12:00 n.n. to 3:00 p.m.
- Dinner: 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8988 9999.
Pet friendly? No
Brasserie on 3 at Conrad Manila
At Brasserie on 3, every meal is complemented by the stunning panoramic view of Manila Bay. If that is not enough reason to choose this dining spot, we don’t know what is. But then again, Conrad Manila’s buffet restaurant boasts of a spread with sustainably-sourced seasonal ingredients. They also offer themed buffets and have private rooms you can book for business or personal events.
Address: Conrad Manila, Seaside Boulevard, Coral Way, Pasay City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at 09176503591.
Pet friendly? No
Fresh at Solaire Resort Entertainment City
Fresh at Solaire offers the perfect setting for your grand or intimate celebrations. Aside from its appetizing spread of staples and favorites, the restaurant is known for its iconic seafood buffet that features unlimited lobsters. Never leave without also visiting their rotisserie carvings and dessert bar.
Address: Solaire Resort Entertainment City, 1 Asean Avenue Entertainment City, Tambo, Parañaque City
Operating Hours:
- Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
- Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
- Dinner: 5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Dress Code: Casual
Contact details: For more details, visit their website or contact them at (02) 8888 8888.
Pet friendly? No
*This story originally appeared on Spot.ph. Minor edits have been made by the Preview.ph editors.
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