Buffet 52 Davao Review: Unli Meat, Coffee & Ice Cream

DigiLamon Food Review

If you’re the type of person who eats with your heart (and your stomach), Buffet 52 is one of those places that will make you say: “Sige, last plate na talaga…” then order one more.

Buffet 52 is a fantastic eat-all-you-can spot in Davao, known for its delicious meats, self-service meat experience, and the kind of dessert that makes people excited—fried ice cream. Add the fact that they offer unli iced coffee, and you’ll understand why so many diners recommend it when you want a full-on food trip.

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Quick Details (For First-Timers)

Here’s what makes Buffet 52 worth trying:

  • Type: Eat-all-you-can Korean buffet / samgyupsal
  • Known for: Unli meat grilling + variety of dishes + fried ice cream
  • Self-service meat experience: You get to choose and grill your meat the way you like
  • Unli drinks: Often promoted as part of the package (including unli drinks in past posts)
  • Location reference: Plaza de Bole / Torres St., Davao City (as posted on their page)

For reviews and traveler references, Buffet 52 is also listed on Tripadvisor with a 4.3/5 rating (limited reviews, but still useful for quick context).

The Experience: Meat Lovers Will Be Happy Here

Let’s be real—when people go to Buffet 52, they go for the meat.

The best part is the self-service meat setup, which makes it feel like an actual “buffet experience” instead of a limited unli-grill menu. You can pick what you want, grill at your own pace, and repeat until you’re satisfied.

Restaurant Guru also highlights Buffet 52 for unlimited pork, chicken, shrimp, and beef for samgyupsal, plus other buffet items like soup, sushi, dim sum, and ice cream with drinks.

Food Quality: Sulit and Surprisingly Good

Rating: 9.2/10

This is what I liked most about Buffet 52: the food quality is actually excellent, especially for an eat-all-you-can setup.

Some buffets are “okay lang” because you’re paying for quantity. But here, the food tastes fresh, and the meats are enjoyable enough that you’ll keep going back for “one more round.”

What stood out:

  • Meats taste good and satisfy cravings
  • Great variety of options
  • Sulit for people who want to eat a lot
  • Solid overall buffet quality

Fried Ice Cream: The Dessert That Makes It Worth It

Rating: 9.6/10

Not all buffets have a dessert that truly feels special, but Buffet 52 does.

The fried ice cream is a must-try—crispy outside, cold inside, and honestly the perfect ending after all the grilled meat and coffee.

They’ve even posted about fried ice cream being part of their buffet experience on Buffet52

Unli Iced Coffee: Perfect for Coffee Lovers

Rating: 9.0/10

This is such a nice bonus. Not every buffet offers unlimited iced coffee, so if you’re a coffee drinker, this makes the experience even more sulit.

Also, iced coffee after grilled meat? Perfect pang “reset” while waiting for your next meat plate. 😅

Ambiance: Buffet Energy, Casual Dining

Rating: 8.8/10

Buffet 52 gives you a casual, relaxed vibe—more focused on food and the experience of eating together than being a fancy restaurant.

It’s a good place for:

  • barkada food trips
  • family dinners
  • celebrations
  • “gutom ako, let’s go unli” moments

Why I Recommend Buffet 52

If your goal is to fill your stomach and enjoy a full buffet experience, Buffet 52 is a strong choice.

✅ Delicious meats
✅ Self-service meat experience
✅ Fried ice cream is a highlight
✅ Unli iced coffee is a bonus
✅ Food quality is excellent
✅ Worth it for dine-out cravings

Tips Before You Go

To enjoy Buffet 52 more:

  • Go hungry (seriously)
  • Start with lighter side dishes first, then go heavy on meats
  • Save space for fried ice cream
  • If you’re a coffee lover, don’t miss the unli iced coffee
  • For updated promos and reservations, check Buffet52
  • For traveler reviews, check Tripadvisor

Overall Rating

Overall Rating: 9.2 / 10

What I Loved

  • Great meat quality for an unli setup
  • Fried ice cream is a must-try
  • Unli iced coffee is a super nice bonus
  • Buffet experience feels complete and satisfying

What to Manage Expectations On

  • It’s a buffet so expect peak-hour crowds
  • Best enjoyed with friends or family so you can share and pace yourselves

Final Verdict

If you want a buffet in Davao where you can eat a lot, enjoy delicious meats, try fried ice cream, and sip unli iced coffee, Buffet 52 is absolutely worth trying. It’s a solid option for food trips when you want maximum satisfaction for your money.

Buffet 52 is DigiLamon Approved — sulit, satisfying, and worth the cravings. ✔️

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