#1 is staying strong
Check out the top 10 most loved restaurants this month in Manila, based on user favorites from Booky, the #1 food app in the Philippines.
Insider tip: If you book at the Prime Restaurants below through Booky you can get a free dessert after your meal when you fill out the feedback form on our app!
10. Jamba Juice – Robinson’s Place Manila
94 Favorites
Returning entry
Enjoy a healthy mix of all your favorites in one cup of energy with Jamba Juice, the ultimate smoothy and juice bar. It’s for anyone who wants the freshest ingredients for a well-rounded lifestyle. It’s not for those who don’t enjoy a good shake. Our insider tip: buy their 12 oz Island Strawberry and get one for free with Booky!
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G/F Robinsons Place Manila, Ermita, Manila
(02) 354 0310
9. Barbara’s Restaurant – Intramuros
101 Favorites
Returning entry
Barbara’s Restaurant is a traditional Filipino restaurant named after it’s founder, Barbara de los Reyes, who started the restaurant in Manila in the early 1970’s. It also offers European-inspired dishes as well as catering services. It’s for people who want a taste of classic Filipino dishes. It’s not for people who don’t like going to Intramuros. We recommend their roasted pig and seafood amelie. Insider tip: Keep a look out for their local band, “Barbara’s Trio.”
Reservations are accepted
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Plaza San Luis Complex, Gen. Luna St., Intramuros, Manila
(02) 527-4086
8. Champagne Room – Manila Hotel
103 Favorites
Returning entry
Often tagged as one of the most beautiful fine dining restaurants in Manila, Champagne Room has been able to maintain its classic charm among its patrons. It’s for romantic dates on special occasions, from Valentine’s to anniversaries and more. It’s not for diners on a budget. We recommend the Symphonie De Sarmon and Entrecote De Boeuf Grille. Our insider tip: They offer a choice between set menus and a la carte!
Reservations are recommended
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Manila Hotel, Roxas Blvd., Ermita, Manila
+63 2 527-0011
7. Auntie Anne’s – Robinsons Place Manila
104 Favorites
Last month’s #7
Dubbed as “the worlds most loved pretzels,” Auntie Anne’s features all-time favorites such as their signature pretzels, pretzel nuggets, choco chip cream cheese stix, and more. It’s for pretzel lobers that love a diverse roster of tastes form sweet to savory. It’s not for people avoiding carbohydrates. We recommend their pretzel dogs and pretzel nuggets for a new pretzel experience! Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Maple Sugar Cream Cheese Nuggets with Booky!
6. Sky Deck – Intramuros
107 Favorites
Returning entry
Dinner with a view? Yes please. Sky Deck pairs good food and drinks with a majestic sunset view to boot. While you’re at it, do order some pizza and cocktails for you and your friends. It’s for anyone who loves a good view with their food. It’s not for the foodies scared of heights. Our insider tip: order some pizza and cocktails for you and your friends.
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The Bayleaf, Muralla cor Victoria St, Intramuros, Manila
(02) 318 5000
5. Tim Horton’s – UN Ave.
108 Favorites
Returning entry
Tim Hortons is Canada’s world-renowned coffee house. It’s for all coffee lovers who have a taste for premium caffeine blends and all the pastries that go with it. It’s not for third-wave coffee enthusiasts. We recommend the Original Blend Coffee, Iced Capps, and their donuts. Our insider tip: Tim Hortons now brews 24/7!
No reservations accepted
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1007 United Nations Ave, Ermita, Manila, 1000 Metro Manila
4. Crepes & Cream – Robinsons Place Manila
117 Favorites
Last month’s #4
Crepes & Cream offers the best sweet and savory crepes around town. With that thin layer that we all know and love that wraps around the flavors of our choice like PB&J, Chocolate, or even Ham & Cheese, get the perfect crepe made just for you. It’s for people looking for a quick bite to eat. It’s not for people who want a sulit, filling meal. We recommend the Death by Chocolate crepe that you can also claim as a BOGO.
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2/F Robinsons Place Manila, Adriatico St., Manila
(02) 567 2029
3. Samgyupsalamat – Malate
132 Favorites
Returning entry
Samgyupsalamat is a Korean BBQ restaurant popular to students and nearby residents of DLSU-Manila. It recently opened a new branch in Jupiter. Enjoy barbecuing and other Korean favorites like Bibimbap, spicy noodles and other grilled meat. It’s for meat and Korean food lovers alike. Hungry folks looking to unwind are welcome too. It’s not for shy appetites. We recommend you wear loose jeans (sweatpants are ideal) and come hungry. You’ll thank us later. Our insider tip: stock up on a plate each for meat and greens. It saves time and effort in the long run.
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Leon Guinto cor Estrada St, Malate, Manila
(02) 484-3084
2. Pound by Todd English – Sta. Cruz
139 Favorites
Returning entry
Pound is a burger spin-off of Todd English Food Hall‘s burger station. It serves gourmet burgers and sliders in a vintage-inspired setting, carrying an intimate 1920s speakeasy vibe. It’s for those who want a gourmet burger but want to save a buck. It’s not for anyone avoiding meat and carbs. Our insider tip: ask for their Secret Slider, and get one for free with Booky.
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G/F Robinsons Place Manila, Midtown Wing, Adriatico St, Ermita, Manila
(0917) 631 8976
1. BITE (Buffet In Time Esplanade) – Sta. Cruz
818 Favorites
Last month’s #1
BITE (Buffet in Time Espalanade) is the first to offer time-based buffet (168.00 for 30 minutes) in the Philippines. They offer a wide selection of an eat-all-you-can Asian and Western dishes. It’s for people who are on a budget, but still want a heavy meal. It’s not for people who want a sit down meal. We recommend their P368 buffet rate for unli time.
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2/F JT Centrale, 1686 V. Fugoso cor Felix Huerta, Sta. Cruz, Manila
(02) 252-26334
So, did your favorite restaurants in Manila make the list? Remember that your buds count, so don’t forget to always cast your votes! You can vote for them by clicking ‘Add to Favorites’ on the Booky app—we tally them each month to see the city’s best picks.
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