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Vikings Luxury Buffet - SM Lanang

Restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in Davao City


Address

SM Lanang, Upper Ground Level, The Fountain Court, J.P. Laurel Ave, Agdao, Davao City, Davao del Sur, Philippines

Website

vikings.ph

Contact

+63 2 8845 4647

Price rating

$$$ $

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (14K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Thursday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Friday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5:30 to 10 PM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Monday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 11 AM to 2:30 PM, 5 to 9 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Rose Faith E. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place. You can choose from a wide variety of foods from different places. They also have occasional promos like dining in for free on your birthday with 1 full paying adult or dining in for free on your birth month with 3 full paying adults. The foods are delicious. However, it's a bit pricey for a single lunch or dinner to dine in here but I think it's fun to roam around and choose the food you want to add to your meal.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carl 2 years ago on Google
    Easily the place for people who cant decide what to have for lunch or dinner. Let the place decide for you.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Gemalyn B. 2 years ago on Google
    Food is good.. and you can eat a lot of varieties of dishes. They have sweets, salads, seafoods (shrimp,tuna,salmon) juices, veggies, beef/pork/chicken, pasta. You can ask them to cook for soup or grill fish or meat. Buffet indeed..
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Omar Y. 2 years ago on Google
    Viking buffet is one of the best buffet in this town, I understand that if it is your birthday you will get a good deal for more information please check their webpage. This is a place where you will see mostly families who invited each others to celebrate different events. Please note that you have to call earlier to setup a reservation, Usually this place is busy. And without a reservation you have to wait outside for quite a while.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jay R L. 2 years ago on Google
    I spent my birthday here last May 19 and I'm still satisfied with the experience. It was a treat for our birthday (With my officemate with same birthday) from my manager. And I got served with two birthday cakes. Hahaha Apparently, there are these changes in place as for their servings. As for the accommodation, less people dine (as per observation) unlike before. No more serenades for celebrants just birthday song on music play. On buffet, they now practice having crew/attendants for every menu. You will just ask them to serve the foods of your liking unlike before which is self-service. No beers were available due to liquor ban. But know that it is mainly for our safety. And they just implement Covid19 protocols as mandated by the government. Still, the place is good for the people having big appetite. The wide varieties of food is still its trademark. You can try any kind of food delicacies to your heart's content. The catering is so good and many people goes back here because of the good atmosphere and luxurious ambiance.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rodelyn Grace P. 1 year ago on Google
    A little expensive but all varieties of food are there (well mostly). Food is extremely tasty, I loved it. I think you just need to arrive early to be able to enjoy.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Johnnie Victor F. 4 years ago on Google
    Viking's is a complete destination for big eaters or people with big appetites. The food choices are so diverse and numerous that anybody would have a difficult decision to make when choosing his or her food. The presentation and portions are very generous. Diners can have their time enjoying from starters, main dishes, to desserts. And also the drinks are so varied , it is hard to choose which goes best with what food. The place has a cozy ambience, very relaxing even though the place is crowded and noisy all the time. Crew are attentive and alert. It's definitely worth the price you pay.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 thynee t. 2 years ago on Google
    I hope they add some new selections in the future. Some desserts we were looking forward to were not available. And crepes were pre-made which doesnt taste the same as freshly made. The usual dishes as sumptuous just the same and the place and ambience is spacious and relaxing.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Blaze L. 2 years ago on Google
    Foods are good! Nice place to dine with your family and friends if you're looking for a cozy and elegant restaurant ( The staffs are nice too!).
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 andre s. 1 year ago on Google
    Your food taste is not as good as before the pandemic. Pastries of Julies bakeshop is better than yours. Cakes are not so good. Food choices are limited.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 SY T. 1 year ago on Google
    From what I remember 5 years ago, they had more food options to choose from compared to the present which is a bit disappointing. In terms of the food, it was okay. When i went around to check what food they offered, there were some empty plates which they did not refill. It was only around 7pm yet they could not keep up with the demand of the customer consumption. As for the food, it was nothing too special in my opinion although I did enjoy one piece of cuisine which was the beef as the meat was tender. I must say, I did enjoy their dancing waiters. They were quite energetic and entertaining.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Hanzel Dawn Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was okay. Looove the cheeses, if only the roast beef wasn't too tough it would have been great. I didn't like most of the desserts, except for the chocolate mousse.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 A.M. G. 1 year ago on Google
    Yummy foods! Just prepare your tummy before you eat here. 😋
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Frances Louise A. 1 year ago on Google
    Staff were very accommodating! Better book a reservation since the place is always full. Worth the price! Masarap! From appetizers to desserts grabe sarap! Eww lang nung may nakita kaming maliit cockroach sa sa table namin. But overall, thank you for the good food. It was our first time but didn’t feel like it since we are very welcome.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Annielyn l. 1 year ago on Google
    Table 311A Firstly, the restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, which is great for those who like to explore different types of cuisine. The restaurant's ambiance is welcoming and spacious, which creates a comfortable environment for diners. However, based on your feedback, it seems that the location of your table was not ideal as it was near the cooking area and the temperature was hot. This could be something that the restaurant could address by making sure that diners are seated in more comfortable areas. In terms of the food, it's unfortunate that the beef steak was not to your liking as it was too hard. This could be something that the restaurant could improve by making sure that the beef steak is cooked properly and is tender. Overall, while there were some areas for improvement, Vikings Buffet Lunch still offers a good selection of dishes, a comfortable ambiance, and a welcoming atmosphere for diners. It's important to note that everyone's dining experience can be subjective and may vary, so it's always good to provide feedback to the restaurant to help them improve.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 X H. 1 year ago on Google
    Super good restaurant. Good hygiene, especially if your stomach is very sensitive and you are from the west. This is a super safe place to eat. Very high quality ingredients, mucha higher than in other buffet restaurants in Philippines
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Earl J. 2 years ago on Google
    A very nice place. Food & service is great. Will be back again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 LadySnavigator 1. 5 months ago on Google
    My 3rd time dining and it's my first time celebrating my birthday here... Staffs are super accommodating and friendly.. the atmosphere is also the best 😍😍😍 Looking forward to dine here with our beloved super mom... 🥰🥰🥰 Btw, i love your coffee and tea section 😍😍😍😍
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ned E. 2 years ago on Google
    Staffs are very still welcoming and respectful. Food is still great even before the pandemic. Line is long, meaning business is coming back from the pandemic. Advantage is if you reserved before coming. PS: did you know that they have given food to health workers when the pandemic started?
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Mel A. 3 years ago on Google
    I went back to see if they're still at the peak of serving delicious food. Went here last march 1, I didn't expect to be this disappointed. The food they served was below average. Especially the shrimp, it's kinda smelly and in my opinion, it didn't taste great. The soup (not included in the picture) was very common, no offense to the chefs. Sushi's 5/10 for me. The roasted lamb, lechon, and the chicken were tasteless as well without its sauce. The only thing that kept me going was their blueberry cheesecake cuts. Reason why I gave it 2 stars. Definitely not coming back here. ✌🏽
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fairy S. 2 years ago on Google
    I always love to celebrate my bday here with family or relatives. I always feel excited thinking about the variety of food they serve. So much palate experience and i love the ambience and their customer service. Superb. Its like a home. Sadly, pandemic has caused huge changes in their way of serving but i dont mind. This worldwide problem to covid shall pass tho. Anyway, i went there last 20th of July with so much fun.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maramae C. 9 months ago on Google
    great options and great vibe! perfect for families looking to celebrate special occasions as they offer a bunch of different kinds of food. i traveled here from the US and i found that it's easy on the stomach! no need to worry about getting sick from eating here
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Marcus D. 3 years ago on Google
    Great food as always however due to covid they are lacking so much in their menu. Still love the place as you always get that premium feeling once you step in through the door
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Star 11 months ago on Google
    It's cozy and elegant. The foods were scrumptious. The crew were all lively and friendly. There's one thing I didn't like, we've experienced disgusting big fly fell to my juice and some fruit fly flew on our table. I hope you will make it sure that no flying bugs inside the restaurant. But overall, we liked the experience. ☺️

  • 5/5 Mahree V. 1 year ago on Google
    5 hours of stay for dinner is worth paying for. Good food, from Italian, Japanese and Pinoy cuisine. Good service. Nice interior design. Chosen by many for dining both family and friends. Still need some renovation of architecture for modernization. 😉 Kudos! 🍽️ Until next, Vikings!

  • 5/5 Roann F. 9 months ago on Google
    Very fun experience! Went here for my cousins' birthday and they had a great experience. The crew is very approachable and gave off a very fun vibe. Also, for such a classy place, it's not intimidating at all! Love it, 5/5 overall!

  • 4/5 Zen M. 9 months ago on Google
    Food was very good. Fewer selctions now than before. Some of the food served to me were already cold. (Not actual cold dishes) Service was ok. Slow refills. A couple of snobbish crew or they just don't like being asked. Their entertainment was fun though. Tables for 2s are too close to each other. A huge room for improvement on bookings and waiting time for entry.

  • 5/5 Cherry Q. 7 months ago on Google
    Plenty of food and drinks to choose from. I love everything except for the sushi. The rice part is a bit sour for my taste. I guess the chef added too much vinegar than the recipe requires. The egg noodles for the hot pot/shabu shabu is also a bit hard.

  • 5/5 Todd L. S. 7 months ago on Google
    Booking a reservation was simple and easy and as always, there are many types of food to choose from. I would prefer reducing their birthday music, but I suppose that is what attracts many people there. Overall, a nice place to have lunch or dinner with friends and family.

  • 4/5 Jonas Julius A. 9 months ago on Google
    Lots of choices (food) to choose. Serving for beef and salmon is limited per approach. Just come back for more. The singing and dancing vibe of the crew is very entertaining. It creates a fiesta atmosphere with asian and western cuisines.

  • 5/5 Achel 8 months ago on Google
    Never a disappointment going here. Food and atmosphere is always festive. Place is clean. Our favorite is the roast beef, mak sushi and salmon sashimi. The lengua too is masarap.

  • 3/5 FilTex L. 1 year ago on Google
    Soup 🍲 is cold although lots of choices but it didn’t empress me at all. We all disappointed with the steak 🥩 it was just slices in portion by chef already. I like, we like our steak 🥩 whole. Overall so so..

  • 3/5 Maria G. 8 months ago on Google
    one of the luxury buffet food places here in metro davao but im not sure if its still worth the price. they dont refill food fast and the taste was mediocre. i have dined a couple of times in the span of years and their menu was mostly the same. no major changes 🥲 but they do serve wide choices though. and would highly suggest to book ahead of time. you can easily book through their website.

  • 5/5 Allaiza Mae A. 6 months ago on Google
    The experience is nice. You can have as many food as you want. Not the best food I have tried but you have a lot of choices and will really get your money’s worth. 😁 Also, the birthday carol performed by the staff is amazing! It was fun and customized. 🤣🫶💗

  • 5/5 Trek With R. 4 months ago on Google
    Friendly crew! Tasty and premium food! Perfect venue for special occasions.

  • 5/5 Ryan O. 4 months ago on Google
    It has everything that you would need for an excellent buffet, Good food with a wide variety of selection paired with a joyful atmosphere and service that's destined to make any experience a memorable one. Would highly recommend if you are at SM Lanang

  • 4/5 Kent Lloyd T. 10 months ago on Google
    The food had not improved over the years as they may have been able to improve it more. It could add more dishes or different tastes. I recommend more grilled food or steak. Or maybe more seafood like lobster or crabs as the slogan said "a feast from the sea".

  • 5/5 Jessa S. 11 months ago on Google
    The food was amazing, as well as the staff. I tried everything that i haven’t tried before and they didn’t disappoint. It was an amazing experience for sure!!

  • 5/5 Charlotte Joyce S. 10 months ago on Google
    Great place if your planning to try different cuisines. If you're planning to celebrate your birthday here, the resto offers great service. Friendly staffs and great ambiance.

  • 5/5 Noel D. 1 year ago on Google
    Wide variety of food to choose from and modern interior design. For me the food is really not that all great but you still have other choices to compensate them so its still very good for dining. Plus the staff are very well trained to handle customers. This place is usually full especially during peak hours so expect quite a queue before you can eat, not unless you have a reservation in advance.

  • 4/5 Prey 1 year ago on Google
    Vikings used to have countless selection of food but it seems to have lesser lately. They also refill the dishes slower than before. There's a lot more buffet and restaurants worthy of the price.

  • 5/5 Carl Patrick P. 2 years ago on Google
    Unforgettable experience. Bugos tummy po. Well be back again.

  • 5/5 hanzios 1 year ago on Google
    viking's never disappoints. we come here often and i always leave the restaurant full and satisfied. there is a wide variety of cuisines to choose from; you will never run out of options. my favorite dish is the roast beef (medium rare) with mushroom sauce.

  • 4/5 Lee M. 1 year ago on Google
    Always love this place. Been like 8 times now. Now I know all the food, I realise it could be better. That said, I will continue to go as its a great fun place to take the family and all things considered its great value for money.

  • 3/5 Ariel O. 2 years ago on Google
    Compared to other Vikings branch, probably some branch are better. The variety of food is also not that much compared to other branch. The grilled tuna is the best thing I had.

  • 4/5 2-0512서현지 2 years ago on Google
    This place has foods from all over the world like pizza, dim sum, sushi, etc. They even have fabulous desserts. My favorite is the egg waffle which is crunchy and sweet. The staff working here are so kind. They sing "Happy Birthday to You" and give you a special birthday cake if you visit this buffet on your birthday month. The only downside is that the price is high. But considering it's a buffet, it seems reasonable.

  • 3/5 Rene T. 2 years ago on Google
    Maybe still one of the best Buffet in Davao. But it looks like they don't invest any pesos into the Restaurant. Old and damaged Places, dirty dishes, broken Sup-coups, broken Toilets (at least on the male), damaged Flor... anything looks like the restaurant is already out of time.

  • 4/5 genzzz24 2 years ago on Google
    Delicious food. Perfect for birthday celebration and other occasions such as Date, monthsary, anniversary and so on. 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

  • 5/5 Jerome M. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place. I love the way they organize dinning during this pandemic.

  • 4/5 Leah N. 2 years ago on Google
    Thanks to a dear friend that I was able to experience dining at Vikings. I was in a company of friends when we went here. The place is spacious, though it was packed considering it was a weekday, Monday (4 Oct) to be precise. It has a wide variety of food to choose from (Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino dishes) and health protocols are observed. Despite the wide selection, am not really the type to explore my tastebuds. I prefer eating the ones am familiar with. I only tried a few though like their pasta, focaccia, something like roastbeef, pork something (it was foreign sounding but in reality it tasted just like lechon), and some desserts. Generally, the food was so-so and I would have to say, their beef tasted great and their almond cookies and crinkles, too.


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Amenities


  • Parking
    • ✓️ Free parking lot
    • ✓️ Plenty of parking
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ All you can eat
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Takeout
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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