Buffets will always have a special place in our foodie hearts — lalo na sa atin mga Pinoy who love sulit, unli, at masarap! Whether it’s for family gatherings or when we just want everything sa mesa, these buffet spots are the best for 2025 without hurting the wallet.
Buffet Places + Rates & What Makes Them Sulit
✨ Vikings Luxury Buffet
- Rate: Depends on branch. For Manila branches (except SM Mall of Asia), sabay-sabay lunch/dinner, typical rates hover around ₱1,200 – ₱1,500+ per adult (weekdays vs weekends differ).
- What’s good: The spread is huge — sushi, seafood, roasted meats, desserts — plus promos like “birthday celebrant eats free” and group discounts make this very sulit.
✨ Dads World Buffet
- Rate: Slightly lower than Vikings in many branches; expect something around ₱900 -₱1,300 depending on location and whether it’s lunch or dinner. (Exact rates vary, not all branches publish.)
- What’s good: Very family-friendly; lots of Filipino and international dishes; great for big groups.
✨ Cabalen
- Rate: More affordable buffet option. Typical range is ₱700 – ₱1,100 depending on branch and time of day.
- What’s good: Filipino comfort fare, Kapampangan specialties, plus desserts and a more laid-back ambiance. Sulit kung gusto mo mas Pinoy flavors.
✨ Tong Yang Plus
- Rate: Because it’s hotpot + grill, rates tend to be higher; expect ₱1,200 – ₱1,500+ in many branches for dinner.
- What’s good: You get both grilling and hotpot so multiple ways to cook; fresh ingredients; good for experimenting with flavors.
✨ NIU by Vikings
- Rate: Premium buffet—usually above Vikings’ standard rates. Think ₱1,500 – ₱1,800+ for some branches depending on offerings.
- What’s good: Fancy ambiance, premium cuts, wine selection in some branches. Good for celebrations.
✨ Buffet 101
- Rate: Somewhere in the mid-tier buffet range — often ₱1,000–₱1,300 depending on branch and timing.
- What’s good: Nice vibe; good mix of international + Filipino dishes; value for money if you go ready to eat alot.
Buffets will always be a “sulit” choice — lalo na if you’re with family and friends. Just remember: pace yourself, wag masyado magmadali, and always save room for dessert!
