Lent 2026 runs from Ash Wednesday through Easter Sunday on April 5, and Metro Manila’s restaurant scene has come prepared. If you are looking for the best Lenten menu options this season, this guide covers verified specials and prices across eight restaurants in Manila, Makati, BGC, and Quezon City, whether you are observing abstinence every Friday or going fully meatless through Holy Week.
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- Max’s Restaurant Lenten Menu 2026
- Italianni’s Philippines
- Abe Philippines: Fish Be With You
- Manam Comfort Filipino: #MeatlessMoment
- Vikings Luxury Buffet Lenten Menu 2026
- Four Seasons Buffet and Hotpot
- Food Exchange Manila: Novotel Manila Araneta City
- The Porch by Casa Verde: Treasures of the Sea
1. Max’s Restaurant Lenten Menu 2026
Max’s Restaurant launched its Lenten Food Specials on March 16, 2026, available for dine-in and take-out at all participating branches nationwide. The seasonal lineup focuses on familiar Filipino flavors: Sinigang na Hipon (₱598), Seafood Sinigang (₱578), Vegetable Kare-Kare (₱488), and Fried Boneless Bangus. Regular staples like Sweet and Sour Fish Fillet (₱409) and Sizzling Tofu (₱419) round out the options.
The Lenten promo runs until April 30, 2026. Max’s is available on GrabFood and FoodPanda for delivery. Find branch locations at maxschicken.com.
2. Italianni’s Philippines
Italianni’s is spotlighting its Italian coastal seafood menu for Lent 2026. The All Day Set offers the best value at ₱385 for one appetizer, one entree, and one drink. The broader seafood menu spans from Spaghetti Vongole at ₱445 to Pan Seared Halibut with Clams at ₱895. All prices are inclusive of 12% VAT with no service charge. Note that an optional fee of ₱30 per disposable tableware applies for dine-in.
Italianni’s has branches in Greenbelt, BGC, TriNoma, Eastwood, and select Robinsons malls. Reservations at italiannis.com.ph.
3. Abe Philippines: Fish Be With You
Abe Philippines launched its “Fish Be With You” Lenten campaign on February 17, 2026, centering the season around fresh fish and seafood prepared in bold Kapampangan style. The featured dish is Kinamatisang Pla-Pla, a pla-pla simmered in a tomato, garlic, and onion stew, served with Abe’s signature Bamboo Rice. Contact the restaurant or check GrabFood and FoodPanda for current dish availability and pricing.
Abe has six Metro Manila branches across Serendra BGC, SM Mall of Asia, SM Megamall, TriNoma, Solaire Resort, and Gateway Mall 2. Visit the LJC Restaurant Group website for reservations and branch contacts.
4. Manam Comfort Filipino: #MeatlessMoment
Rather than launching a separate menu, Manam highlights existing meatless dishes under its #MeatlessMoment campaign, making it one of the more flexible options for groups with mixed dietary preferences. The standout is the Shiitake and Tokwa Kare-Kare (fully vegan, ₱355 small to ₱1,185 large). Other highlights include Baby Squid in Olive Oil and Garlic (from ₱210), Gising Gising (from ₱155), and Laksa Halaan.
Manam has branches across Greenbelt 2, SM Mall of Asia, Gateway Mall 2, BGC, and select Robinsons malls, with online ordering available via GrabFood and FoodPanda.
5. Vikings Luxury Buffet Lenten Menu 2026
Vikings Luxury Buffet confirmed a dedicated Lenten Food Special at SM Megamall from March 27 to 29, 2026, featuring a curated selection of meat-free dishes. Outside of that window, the regular buffet spread already includes extensive seafood and vegetable stations year-round. Weekday lunch runs approximately ₱1,138 and weekday dinner ₱1,388 at SM Megamall, subject to a 5% service charge. Rates vary by branch.
Reservations can be made by calling 8-VIKINGS (8-845-4647) or through their website.
6. Four Seasons Buffet and Hotpot
Four Seasons Buffet and Hotpot pairs an all-you-can-eat buffet with a hotpot experience. Its meatless soup base options, which include vegetable, fish, and sinigang, make it well-suited for Lenten dining. Weekday rates are ₱1,028 per person, with weekends and holidays at ₱1,138. Check vikings.ph/fourseasons for current promos and terms.
Branches are at SM by the Bay (Pasay) and Manhattan Parkview in Cubao, both open for lunch from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM and dinner from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM.
7. Food Exchange Manila: Novotel Manila Araneta City
Food Exchange Manila at Novotel Araneta City is an international buffet with six live cooking stations covering Japanese, Asian, Indian, grill, international, and dessert sections. It is the strongest option on this list for large groups with mixed dietary needs. Weekday lunch is ₱2,099 nett, weekday dinner ₱2,399 nett, and weekend meals across both periods are ₱2,799 nett. A breakfast buffet is also available daily at ₱1,499 nett. Children 8 and below eat free with one paying adult.
Advance booking is recommended for Friday evenings and Holy Week weekends.
8. The Porch by Casa Verde: Treasures of the Sea
The Porch by Casa Verde announced its “Treasures of the Sea” campaign in early March 2026, running weekly seafood specials throughout Lent. Confirmed dishes include fish ceviche, a Seafood Feast Tray of tiger prawns, squid, mussels, and tilapia, and an upcoming British Fish and Chips. Exact 2026 pricing is not publicly listed, so reach out to the restaurant at +63 2 952 7178 or through their Facebook page for updated rates. Located at 113 Anonas Extension, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City.
At a Glance: Lenten Menu Prices and Where to Eat
For budget-conscious diners, Max’s and Manam offer the most accessible entry points. Max’s Lenten promo runs through April 30, 2026, while Manam’s dishes start as low as ₱155 and scale up to ₱1,185 depending on portion size. Abe Philippines pricing is best confirmed directly with the restaurant or via delivery apps. Italianni’s covers ₱385 to ₱895 with its All Day Set and seafood pasta lineup. For groups leaning toward buffets, Four Seasons starts at ₱1,028 per person on weekdays, Vikings runs ₱1,138 to ₱1,388 at SM Megamall with a Lenten Special from March 27 to 29, and Food Exchange Manila offers lunch and dinner from ₱2,099 to ₱2,799 nett (breakfast is available at ₱1,499 nett). The Porch by Casa Verde’s pricing is not publicly listed, so contact the restaurant directly for updated rates.
Practical Tips Before You Go
Confirm Holy Week hours before heading out, as not all restaurants operate through April 2 to 5. Buffet venues are the most practical choice for groups with mixed dietary needs. Max’s, Manam, and Abe are also available on GrabFood and FoodPanda for those observing Lent at home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Manila restaurants offer a Lenten menu in 2026?
Max’s Restaurant, Italianni’s Philippines, Abe Philippines, and Manam Comfort Filipino all launched formal Lenten campaigns for 2026. Vikings Luxury Buffet and The Porch by Casa Verde also confirmed seasonal Lenten specials.
Is a Lenten menu only available on Fridays?
Most restaurants on this list offer their Lenten specials throughout the week for the full duration of the season. Max’s, for example, runs its promo through April 30, 2026, well past Easter Sunday.
What is the most affordable Lenten menu option in Manila?
Manam has dishes starting at ₱155 for smaller vegetable portions. For a buffet, Four Seasons Buffet and Hotpot is the most accessible at ₱1,028 per person on weekdays.
Which Lenten menu works best for large groups?
Buffet venues, including Vikings, Four Seasons, and Food Exchange Manila, accommodate mixed dietary needs under one roof. Food Exchange Manila’s six live cooking stations offer the widest international variety.
Can I order a Lenten menu for delivery in Manila?
Max’s, Manam, and Abe Philippines are all available on GrabFood and FoodPanda for home delivery.
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