Despite what some folks on the Internet might lead you to believe, dining alone is not weird at all. Going solo lets you try something new, enjoy your own company, and, most importantly, be able to decide every single thing on your own based on what you like. It’s one date that will never go wrong no matter how you plan it. So if you want to try for yourself, here are our recommended restaurants in Manila for a solo date.

Patchimon Ookini

Unit 1-2 Penthouse Level Creekside Building, Amorsolo Street cor. V.A. Rufino Street, Legazpi Village, Makati | 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM and 6 PM to 10 PM, Mondays to Saturdays

Budget: P110 – P335

If you’re on Tiktok, the videos of folks trying out this hidden gem might’ve crossed your feed. And if you’ve been wanting to try it yourself, consider this a big, fat sign to go on a solo date in Manila. Patchimon Ookini is an authentic Japanese restaurant tucked in the streets of Legazpi Village in Makati. They serve filling set meals for lunch and dinner — karaage, tonkatsu, ramen-gyoza, all served with unli rice and soup. And if the meals don’t transport you to Japan, the dining style will. Customers get cubicles to themselves so they can dine in private. To order, all you have to do is pick out a laminated card in your cubicle, ring the bell, and wait for a server to lift the divider.

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Raging Bull Burgers

• Shangri-La The Fort, BGC ​|10:30 AM to 10:30 PM daily
• Assembly Ground at The Rise, Makati | 10 AM to 9 PM daily
• Shangri-La Plaza Mall (North Wing)​, Mandaluyong | 10:30 AM to 12 MN daily

Budget: P295 – P395

Going on a solo date means you have to treat yourself to the best meal money can buy. Raging Bull Burgers’ handcrafted, meaty, and mouthwatering fillers are the answer. Once you enter their branches, a flavorful, oaky scent greets you and you get to pick from their menu of quality burgers made with Australian and USA cut patties ground daily to ensure freshness. It could be your best kept secret, but we guarantee you’ll be dragging your friends for the next visit.

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Mamou

• Unit 1C-15, G/F Serendra, BGC 
• Level R1 Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center, Makati
• Upper G/F Ayala Malls the 30th, Meralco Ave., Pasig
• G/F The Podium, 12 ADB Ave., Ortigas Center, Mandaluyong
• 1-110 G/F Greenbelt 5, Makati 

Budget: P285 – P6,990

Mamou’s tables and dining set-up might not be designed for solo diners in mind but that shouldn’t stop you from claiming a space anyway. Their menu of meat, Italian dishes, and local favorites is enough reason to pay a visit and treat yourself. Mamou is famous for their Angus Ribeye USDA Prime Grade Steak, which is definitely a must-have but, if we’re being honesty, might be a bit pricey. If you don’t have the budget for it just yet, Mamou also has a well-curated menu of pasta, soup, salad, sandwiches, and even vegetarian options.

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Yoki Buffet

@kristinejoyravago_ Looking for unli hotpot and grill? 🤤 Must visit @yokibuffetmnl located at 2119 Recto Ave, Sampaloc, Manila. ( inside Youniversity Suites, Gr.Flr.) What to expect? Unli Hotpot- you can choose between seafood or beef for you soup base. Unli Grill- beef, chicken, pork, scallops and many more. For desserts? Unli Ice Cream and Unli fresh fruits 😍 Unli ice cream and unli rice with 2 choices of ulam, unli drinks. 🤗 Perfect for solo diners and budget friendly. Student meal is also available for only 99! additional 10 pesos for only rice, soup and drinks. Happy eating everyone ✨️ @Tara Kain Tayo! #EMLTeam #eatsmommyloveteam #YokiBuffetMNL #UnliHotpot #UnliGrill #UnliIceCream #UnliDrinks #StudentMeal #Budget Friendly #recosnimommytin #recto ♬ original sound – Momshie Tin

2119 Recto Ave. Manila Inside YOUSuites, Manila | 10 AM to 9 PM daily

Budget: P399 – P499

Dining at a conveyor belt buffet place just screams bliss for a solo date in Manila. You won’t ever have to leave your seat throughout the whole meal, you just wait for your preferred food to slide through and grab it. It’s the perfect set-up for those not in the mood to talk to anyone! Yoki Buffet offers unlimited grilled meat and hotpot. Everything is overflowing — beef, noodles, broth, and even ice cream. And if you’re a student, you get a discount and only pay P299 for all of it.

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Mendokoro Ramenba

• Molito Commercial Complex, Alabang | 10 AM to 10 PM daily
• G/F Mitsukoshi Mall, BGC | 10 AM to 11 PM daily
• G/F V. Corporate Centre Building, Salcedo Village, Makati | 10 AM to 11 PM daily
• G/F MOA Square, MOA Complex, Pasay | 10 AM to 10 PM daily

Budget: P460 – P700

Mendokoro Ramenba’s reputation precedes it. It’s known as a must-try place for premium, authentic ramen and a great place for solo dining. Thanks to its full bar format, you won’t have to feel conscious about getting a table to yourself. You also get to watch the chefs assemble your food into a mouthwatering bowl of goodness. There are flavorful ramen options complete with firm yet chewy noodles and succulent pork toppings. Mendokoro just might be your next go-to spot!

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Yakiniku Like!

• SM MOA South Entertainment Mall, 2nd Level | 10 AM to 10 PM daily
• SM Megamall Fashion Hall, 3rd Level | 10 AM to 10 PM daily

Budget: P89 – P1,299

Japan’s famous yakiniku dining experience is now in the Philippines and yes, you can try it solo. Yakiniku Like! is equipped with mini smoke-less grills designed for solo diners in mind. All you have to do is place your order and they’ll deliver the meat straight to your table. With Yakiniku Like!, not only will you be in good company (a.k.a. your own), you’ll also get a premium experience. The restaurant doesn’t have an unlimited yakiniku option to ensure that you get only the best quality meat and that you can enjoy it to the fullest.

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Ramen Wave

• 1 Brixton St. Kapitolyo Pasig City (Beside Ace Water Spa) | 12 PM to 10 PM daily | 0968 874 6800
• 240 NW Narra St, Marikina Heights, 1810 Metro Manila | 12 PM to 8:30 PM daily | 09692221324
• 999 J. P. Rizal St, Marikina, 1810 Metro Manila | 12 PM to 8:30 PM daily | 09952078221

Budget: P90 – P480

Craving authentic ramen and some alone time? Head on to Rame Wave’s three branches in the Metro to satisfy your cravings while enjoying your peace. Each branch has “shared-focused dining cubicles” that allow you to dine alone or, with the slide of a panel, share your space with a friend. Ramen Wave prides itself on serving authentic Japanese comfort food so you’ll find fan favorites in the menu including katsu, pork buns, gyudon, and, of course, ramen whose broth is always made fresh every day.

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The Alley at Karrivin

2316 Don Chino Roces Avenue, Makati, Metro Manila

Budget: P200++

The Alley is actually a lifestyle hub of local eateries and galleries well-hidden away from the bustling Makati CBD. It’s home to restaurants like Toyo Eatery, Panaderya Toyo, and Poison. If you’d like to step away from the stress of a busy, hurried life, the calming ambiance of The Alley’s green spaces and wide walkways might just be the thing to refresh your mind. You could easily spend a whole day here thanks to their vast options for breakfast, lunch, dinner, coffee, and even cocktails. Sit down on a bench outside and write on your journal or listen to a podcast, Bring your fur baby with you and spend a few hours reading a book. Drop by an exhibit or learn something new at a gallery. The choices are endless, and the best part is you get to enjoy it all by yourself!

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