Cucina — Restaurant in Pasig

7.27.25

We booked early for a huge family of 16—thanks to the 50% bank promo! First impression upon entering the restaurant: cozy vibes, nice interior design, and a fun surprise—you’re greeted by a candy and popcorn stand! Our first buffet experience that serves popcorn 🍿

Food variety was impressive: greens, fruits, meats, Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Italian, cheese, and a dessert section. Almost everything I tried was delicious 👌🏼. I especially loved the smoky fried rice paired with pork siomai and steamed spareribs 🤤. The chicken Tuscan was a pleasant surprise, and of course, the steak with peppercorn sauce and lechon belly were both satisfying. Not a fan of the fish in sauce, though.

For dessert, I appreciated that they had both halo-halo and ice cream. I skipped the halo-halo this time but their house-made ice cream—especially the ube flavor—was sooo good. Creamy and not too sweet. I also really liked the flourless brownie and brie cheese with almonds 😋. And as our final bite? Popcorn! Perfectly paired with their refreshing house blend iced tea.

Overall, it was a great dining experience. Beyond the ambiance and food, the staff were all wonderful. Huge thanks and kudos to the accommodating and attentive Cucina team 🫡👏🏼. We’ll definitely consider coming back—especially if the bank promos...

Cucina, located at the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, is a stylish, all-day dining restaurant known for its interactive open kitchen and a menu featuring both Asian and international cuisine. It offers a refined and fashionable dining experience with both buffet and à la carte options. All-Day Dining: Cucina is open throughout the day, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Open Kitchen: The restaurant features an interactive open kitchen, allowing guests to see their food being prepared. Buffet and À la Carte: Guests can choose from a bountiful buffet or order from an à la carte menu that includes a fusion of Continental and Asian flavors. City Zen: Cucina also offers "City Zen," a dining concept featuring a curated buffet with salads, drinks, and desserts, alongside a selection of main courses with global flavors. Location: Cucina is situated on the 24th floor of the Marco Polo Ortigas Manila hotel. Silk Road Buffet: For a limited time, Cucina features a Silk Road-themed buffet, showcasing culinary traditions from East Asia to the...

Here for a Thursday lunch buffet. Just had some amateur sushi & sashimi, school canteen tex-mex, pasta & pizza, some Indian (how can you mess up papadum & butter chicken?!), breads, salads, desserts.. Uninspired seafood, grill & noodle stations. Shrimps & mussels weren't fresh. We also ordered their Pallea Mixta a La carte - this was better because it was a solid OK, rather than disappointing (which was everything else). In a city enamored with average buffet spreads, this doesn't even hit that standard. Enjoy yourself more elsewhere.

Two outstanding things though: a hazelnut caramel cake & admittedly...