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Which came first, the chicken or the buffet?

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. Kenny Rogers Roasters – Robinsons Place

118 Favorites
Last month’s #9

Kenny Rogers Roasters – Robinsons Place
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Kenny Rogers is a well-loved brand that is best known for their signature roasted chicken, muffins, and macaroni and cheese. Enjoy an exclusive Buy One Get One deal of their chicken quesadillas, burrito, and cheeseburger when you use our app; read more here.


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(02) 901-3873

9. Auntie Anne’s – Robinsons Place Manila

130 Favorites
Last month’s #5

Auntie Anne’s – Robinsons Place Manila
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Dubbed as “the world’s most loved pretzels,” Auntie Anne’s features all-time favorites such as their signature pretzels, pretzel nuggets, choco chip cream cheese stix, and more.

Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Creme Brulee Pretzels at Auntie Anne's with Booky!


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G/F Robinsons Place Manila, Midtown Wing, Adriatico St, Ermita, Manila
(0923) 705 2272

8. Crepes & Cream – Robinsons Place Manila

135 Favorites
Last month’s #4

Crepes & Cream – Robinsons Place Manila
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Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Death by Chocolate and more at Crepes & Cream with Booky!

Crepes & Cream offers the best sweet and savory crepes around town. With htat thin layer that we all know and love that wraps around the flavor of our choice like PB&J, Chocolate, or even Taco, get the perfect crepe made just for you.


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2/F Robinsons Place Manila, Adriatico St.
(02) 567 2029

7. Ilustrado – Intramuros

138 Favorites
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Ilustrado – Intramuros
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Ilustrado is a fine dining Filipino-Spanish restaurant that has been operating since 1989 inside the historic walled city, Intramuros. It’s for the foodies who love a good narrative behind their dish. It’s not for those who aren’t fans of Spanish cuisine. Our insider tip: plan a trip here at the end of a day spent around Intramuros.


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744 Calle Real Del Palacio, Intramuros, Manila
(02) 527 3674

 6. Jamba Juice – Robinsons Place Manila

139 Favorites
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Jamba Juice – Robinsons Place Manila
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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

5. Pompoms – Robinsons Place Manila

156 Favorites
Last month’s 2

Pompoms – Robinsons Place Manila
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Pompoms offers French fries and unique French fries dishes like poutine and longsi-fries, as well as soft-serve ice cream.

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G/F Robinsons Place Manila, Adriatico St, Ermita, Manila
(0908) 896-3871

4. Churreria La Lola – Robinson’s Place Manila

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Churreria La Lola – Robinson’s Place Manila
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Insider tip: Enjoy Buy 1 Get 1 Churros Clasicos at Churreria La Lola with Booky!

Churreria La Lola, from the same group behind Rambla, is a dessert shop featuring this popular Spanish dough pastry: deep fried churros. They offer classic churros served with their signature Belgian chocolate dip and a variety of xuxos or stuffed churros, alongside summer Spanish drinks like horchata. It’s for anyone craving a filling dessert or snack. It’s not for people looking for lunch or dinner options. We recommend the Classic Churros with Hot Belgian Chocolate Cup or the Mixed Churros to get 2 flavors in one cup. Our insider tip: Check out their unique flavors like matcha, strawberry, and ube!


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G/F Robinsons Place Manila, Ermita, Manila
(02) 242-496

3. Mai Wei Fang – Robinson’s Place Manila

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Mai Wei Fang – Robinson’s Place Manila
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First in the Philippines offering their signature pan fried soup dumpling (Sheng Jian Bao) from Shanghai, China. They are a casual Chinese restaurant focused on wheat flour inspired recipes found throughout China. It’s for people who love Chinese food. It’s not for those who don’t eat wheat. We recommend their Pan Fried Pork Soup Dumplings, Shao Bing Sandwich, and of course their  Chinese Fried Chicken.


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Level 1, Adriatico Wing, Robinsons Place Manila, Ermita, Manila
(02) 562 2786

2. Bad Bird – Robinson’s Place Manila

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Bad Bird – Robinson’s Place Manila
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Bad Bird – Robinson’s Place Manila
Bad Bird specializes in deep fried chicken flavored with umami spices served with sides like waffles, dirty rice, corn cobs and hush puppies. It’s for everyone who loves a good fried chicken with a twist and spicy kick. It’s not for people who shy away from deep fried food. We recommend the Waffle Plate plus dirty rice, corn cobs and hush puppies on the side. Everyone loves their corn. Our insider tip is their gravy isn’t free.

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Robinsons Place Manila, Midtown Wing, Adriatico St, Ermita, Manila

1. BITE (Buffet In Time Esplanade) – Sta. Cruz

2,013 Favorites
Last month’s #1

BITE (Buffet In Time Esplanade) – Sta. Cruz
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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 appwe tally them each month to see the city’s best picks.

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