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Manam at the Triangle
The flagship of the Manam Filipino comfort-food group at Ayala Triangle, a Bib Gourmand favourite for lechon manok, inasal chicken and beef cheeks with calamansi.
At a glance
- Type
- Filipino comfort food
- Area
- Makati, Manila, Philippines
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
Good to know
- Michelin Bib Gourmand
- Terrace
- Wheelchair access
- Family friendly
Why we recommend it
Manam is a Filipino restaurant group, and its branch at Ayala Triangle in Makati is the flagship. It was awarded a Bib Gourmand in the 2026 Michelin Guide, the award for good quality, good value cooking, and it is a reliable place to introduce first-time visitors to Filipino comfort food in a modern, welcoming setting.
The menu is long, so it helps to go in with a few dishes in mind. The Michelin inspectors highlight Tagalog-style beef cheeks with calamansi and spatchcock chicken inasal. Their standout is lechon manok, roast chicken served with crispy tutong longganisa rice, for which you can choose a gravy made with Red Horse beer or with Sarsi. Portions are designed for sharing, so order a spread for the table.
The dining room has clean, minimalist lines and Filipino pop art on the walls, giving it an airy, polished look that still feels relaxed. There is counter dining and a terrace, and the restaurant is wheelchair accessible. It is very popular with families and groups, and the Michelin Guide recommends it to anyone who wants to eat like a local.
According to the Michelin Guide, it is open from 10am to 10pm on weekdays and from 9am to 10pm at weekends, which makes it a handy option for a late breakfast or brunch as well as lunch and dinner. Bookings are handled by the restaurant directly. Lunchtime and weekend evenings are busiest, so arrive early or book if you are in a larger group.
Because the menu is so large, it helps to order in rounds rather than all at once, starting with a couple of the dishes recommended by the inspectors and adding more as you go. Groups of four or more get the best value, as most plates are built for sharing. Ask staff how many dishes to order for your group, as portions are generous.
The restaurant is on the walkways around Ayala Triangle Gardens, in the middle of the Makati business district and within walking distance of many hotels and the Ayala Museum. The gardens are a pleasant place to walk off the meal. Manam suits families, groups of friends, travellers on a moderate budget and anyone who wants a dependable introduction to Filipino flavours before trying the more ambitious restaurants in the city.
Manam at the Triangle FAQs
Does Manam at the Triangle have a Michelin award?
Yes, a Bib Gourmand in the 2026 Michelin Guide.
What should you order?
Lechon manok with tutong longganisa rice, chicken inasal and beef cheeks with calamansi.
What gravies come with the lechon manok?
You can choose a gravy made with Red Horse beer or Sarsi.
What are the opening hours?
According to the Michelin Guide, 10am to 10pm on weekdays and 9am to 10pm at weekends.
Is it good for families?
Yes, it is very popular with families and groups.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes.
Where is it?
In the Restaurant Arcade on the Ayala Triangle walkways, Makati.
Is this the only Manam?
No, it is the flagship of a group with other branches.