Affordable Feasts: Oh-So-Satisfying Buffets in Metro Manila Under P1,000

With rising costs and inflating expenses, indulging in fine food is becoming quite difficult to do. If you’re tired of breaking the bank for a satisfying dining experience, fret not, because Metro Manila has a wide array of buffets that won't dent your wallet!
In this article, we’re letting you in on the best restaurants in Metro Manila where you can enjoy oh-so-satisfying buffets without breaking the P1,000 barrier! From savory Filipino classics that pay homage to rich local traditions to international spreads that will whisk you away on a global culinary adventure, these restaurants offer more than just value for money: they deliver an exquisite fusion of flavors and unforgettable dining experiences, all without emptying your pockets!
DADS World Buffet
Want to take a food trip around the world? DADS World Buffet got you! Offering a wide selection of dishes from different countries for only P778-P978, this restaurant will surely give you a bang for your buck! Some of the scrumptious foods you can savor here are Filipino favorites Crispy Pata and Lechon Sisig, as well as international delights like Lasagna, U.S. Roast Beef, and Paella, among many others. Reserve your table by shooting them a message via Messenger or contacting them through the numbers below!
Rates: P778-P878 (Reservations), P978 (Walk-in) per head
Location: DADS World Buffet, 523 Merchant Bldg., Padre Faura cor. Adriatico St., Ermita Manila / Level 4 Bridgeway, SM Megamall, EDSA, Mandaluyong City / 15 West Avenue, Quezon City
Contact details: 0917 897 1722 (Manila), 0917 896 1757 (Mandaluyong City), 0917 898 8844 (Quezon City)
Tong Yang
If unlimited grill and shabu-shabu are more your style, Tong Yang is the place to visit! Here, you can make your hotpot just the way you like it with over 100 kinds of fresh meat, seafood, and vegetables. There are also a variety of meat cuts for your grilling needs, from thinly cut samgyeopsal to thick chunks of beef! Eating here is truly sulit, as there are also different kinds of beverages and desserts that you can choose from. Tong Yang also has multiple branches, not only in major malls in Metro Manila but in provinces as well. Book your seats here.
Rates: P688+ (Provincial branches), P788+ (Metro Manila branches) per head
Location: Tong Yang, Multiple branches
Contact details: See contact information here
Guevarra’s
Indulge in Filipino food we know and love at Guevarra’s! Tucked in a vintage house-turned-restaurant in San Juan City, this buffet diner is the perfect place to relish traditional Filipino cuisine or discover modern takes on Pinoy dishes. You can find here classic ulams such as Beef Kaldereta, Bicol Express, Beef Kare-Kare, and Angus Tapa, or the equally filling snacks like Lumpiang Sariwa, Palabok, and Pansit Bam-i. For dessert, you can go for the soft, sweet, and cheesy Maja Blanca or the milky and sugary Kalabasa Pastillas Balls, among others. Reserve your table here!
Rates: P759-P799 (Daily Seatings), P589-P759 (Additional Weekend Seatings) per head
Location: Guevarra’s, 387 P. Guevarra Street, San Juan City
Contact details: 0998 881 3200, 8705 1811 or email [email protected]
Sambo Kojin
No more drooling over the mouthwatering dishes you always see in your favorite K- and J-dramas because Sambo Kojin’s food selection will give you just that! The restaurant boasts a wide array of premium-grade meat and fresh vegetables for an ultimate Japanese Yakiniku and Korean barbeque experience, plus eat-all-you-can specialties, sushi, sashimi, desserts, and more! Some of the treats you can find here are Japan’s Tempura, Okonomiyaki, and Yakimono, as well as Korea’s Pajeon and Galbi Jjim.
Rates: P778-P878 (Reservation Promo), P958 (Regular Price) per head
Location: Sambo Kojin, Ground Level East Wing, Food Street, Alabang-Zapote Road, SM Southmall, Las Piñas City / Lower Ground Level, Central Walk, SM City Fairview, Quezon City / 3rd Level, Mega Atrium, SM Megamall, Mandaluyong City / 15 West Ave., Quezon City
Contact details: See contact information here
Four Seasons Hotpot
Another unlimited hotpot that scored a spot on our list is Four Seasons Hotpot. Whether it’s seafood, dumplings, veggies, pork, or beef you want in your hotpot, name it and they have it! There’s also always something new here, from delicious bites like pizzas, sushi, and pastas to refreshing beverages like beer and tea, which you can all savor to your heart’s content! Skip the lines and reserve your table here.
Rates: P888+ (Weekdays), P988+ (Weekends and Holidays) per head
Location: Four Seasons Hotpot, SM Mall of Asia By The Bay, Pasay City / Ground Floor, Manhattan Parkview, General Roxas Ave., Brgy. Socorro, Quezon City
Contact details: 0917 539 1888, 0917 863 5888
Sitio Verde Buffet Restaurant

Looking for a buffet that fits the budget? This underrated restaurant in Quezon City might be just what you’re searching for! For only P499 per head, you can have your fill of dishes that will make you feel at home. This includes Filipino, Japanese, and Chinese dishes like Kare-kare, Maki, Chopsuey, Pancit Canton, and even street foods like fishballs and kikiam. If you’re sweet-toothed, you’ll also love their fresh fruit, candy, rice cake, and halo-halo stations!
Rates: P499 per head
Location: Sitio Verde Buffet Restaurant, 197 D. Tuazon, Brgy. Maharlika, Quezon City
Contact details: 0917 833 0079 or email [email protected]
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