In a country where the primary love language is food, it is always such a pleasure to find a quality dining spot—one where you can enjoy not only good food but also a relaxing ambiance, somewhere you can have a fantastic time with a significant other, colleagues, or family.
One such spot in the metro is Cyan Modern Kitchen. Located on the third floor of Lanson Place Mall of Asia, this restaurant offers a refined buffet dining experience that is a must-try. The buffet is curated by Chef Kristine Oro and features different food stations: Oriental/Asian, Noodle, Indian, Carving and Grilling, Homemade Pizza, and Desserts.
We visited Cyan Modern Kitchen for their lunch buffet. Here are 3 reasons you should try the buffet at Cyan Modern Kitchen:
Reasons to try the buffet at Cyan Modern Kitchen
1. Curated quality over quantity
Cyan Modern Kitchen focuses on a selected array of dishes instead of a wide spread that you typically see in regular buffets. And although the selection is limited, it doesn’t feel overwhelming and the food quality is top-notch.
To be honest, I loved everything that I tried for their lunch buffet—from the different curries at the Indian Station to the delicious roast beef slices (perfectly cooked at medium rare, but you can also request to get it done to your likeness) and the flavorful laksa noodle soup. I almost skipped the sushi trays, but I’m glad I didn’t—again, unlike other buffets that serve low-effort maki, every bite here is fresh and tasty.
Aside from ready-to-eat dishes, the restaurant also offers make-your-own pizza, where you can choose a traditional-style pizza or a custom one and the staff will then bake it fresh for you. Grilled meats and seafood like salmon are also available.
If you are dining here, make sure to leave room for dessert. They offer traditional local desserts plus delicious-looking cakes. I personally loved their matcha cake and buko salad.
I’d been to other hotel buffets in the metro, and in my opinion, this is one of the best options in terms of food freshness and quality.
2. Nice ambiance and views
Cyan Modern Kitchen features an elegant setting, with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer views of the Manila Bay. It is a great spot to enjoy good food, whether it’s ala carte or their lunch or dinner buffet.
Currently, there are on-going developments in Manila Bay, but it didn’t really take much away from the dining experience. That is to say, I would go back here again in a heartbeat.
3. Good service
A lot of times, service is just as important as the food. This hotel restaurant has not only an all-Filipino culinary team that prepares local dishes but also but also an attentive staff that creates a warm, personalized atmosphere.
During our visit, the staff service was great, and it has just made the visit memorable.
What you need to know
Cyan Modern Kitchen offers all-day dining, including ala carte and buffet meals. It is open from 6 AM to 11 PM.
Here are the buffet hours and rates. Please note that rates are subject to change without notice.
- Breakfast: 6 AM to 10:30 AM – P1550 (Daily)
- Lunch: 12 noon to 2:30 PM – P2100 (Mon to Sat) / P2800 (Sun)
- Dinner: 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM – P2500 (Sun to Thu) / P2800 (Fri and Sat)
Ages 6-12 years old are entitled to a 50% discount, while 5 years old and below are free of charge.
They also offer various birthday exclusives and credit card promos.
- Birthday Exclusives
Promo period: January 1 to December 30, 2025
Birthday celebrant dines free when accompanied by at least 3 full-paying adults. - Eastwest Bank (credit card)
Promo period: October 15, 2024 to September 30, 2025
20% off lunch and dinner buffet - BDO (debit or credit card)
Promo period: March 1, 2025 to February 28, 2026
30% off on lunch and dinner buffet; valid for a minimum of four diners - A Feast for Our Wise Folks
Promo period: January 1 to June 30, 2025
Exclusive 40% savings on lunch and dinner buffet every Monday to Thursday; a valid ID with proof of age of at least 60 years old is required
Follow Lanson Place Mall of Asia in their social pages (Facebook) for updates.
Katherine Cortes is a work-from-home freelancer. She likes beaches, snorkeling trips, and relaxing staycations (preferably with bath tubs). When not on the road, she stays at home with five cats.
