Melo Villareal
The Philippines’ renowned inasal and adobong manok are celebrated as some of the world’s best chicken dishes, according to TasteAtlas.
Filipino cuisine continues to garner global recognition and admiration, with its rich and diverse culinary traditions captivating food enthusiasts worldwide. Recently, two of the Philippines’ most iconic and beloved chicken dishes have been featured prominently in TasteAtlas’s April 2026 ranking, highlighting their rising popularity and cultural significance on the international culinary stage.
Chicken Inasal
Inasal na manok has earned its reputation as the premier chicken dish in Southeast Asia, celebrated for its rich, flavorful marinade and smoky grilling technique that highlight local culinary traditions. Its popularity extends beyond regional borders, as it also ranked third on the global list of the world’s best chicken dishes, underscoring its widespread acclaim and revered status among poultry recipes worldwide.
In TasteAtlas’s November 2025 ranking of the best chicken dishes, inasal na manok ranked 10th globally and led Southeast Asia.
Inasal na manok is a signature grilled chicken dish from Western Visayan cuisine, renowned for its smoky scent and lively flavor.
TasteAtlas, launched in 2018, is an online guide for food and travel that compiles global rankings and reviews of traditional dishes, local ingredients, and authentic restaurants, based on input from experts and users.
“[Inasal na Manok] employs various chicken cuts marinated in a mixture of vinegar and numerous spices such as lemongrass, garlic, and ginger. During grilling, the meat is brushed with the annatto-infused oil which provides the chicken with an appetizing golden color and a unique peppery flavor,” said TasteAtlas in its description.
TasteAtlas also highlighted another Filipino favorite, adobong manok, which was ranked sixth among Southeast Asia’s top chicken dishes and placed 40th globally.
Adobong manok is often seen as a culinary emblem of the Philippines, celebrated for its harmonious blend of savory, tangy, and sweet tastes.
“Adobong manok is a traditional stew originating from the Philippines. This type of Filipino adobo is made with a combination of chicken, garlic, onions, bay leaves, peppercorns, oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, and white vinegar,” TasteAtlas noted in its entry on the dish.
Department of Tourism (DOT) Secretary Dita Angara-Mathay hailed the recognition, noting that it elevates Filipino culinary traditions on the global stage.
“Filipino cuisine has always been a powerful expression of our identity and a meaningful driver of cultural tourism. Each dish carries the stories, traditions, and creativity of our people, offering both foreign and local visitors a deeper connection through shared flavors,” said Secretary Angara-Mathay.
The Secretary likewise highlighted the broader impact of these recognitions beyond culinary prestige.
“These recognitions also create meaningful opportunities for those in our culinary industry, from farmers and food producers to chefs and small business owners, whose livelihoods are rooted in sharing our food traditions with the world,” Secretary Angara-Mathay said.
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