As we step into the new year, “Japanese Buffets 2024” is the buzzword that’s got food lovers excited. From mouth-watering salmon sashimi to the melt-in-your-mouth goodness of A5 wagyu beef, 2024 promises an array of Japanese buffets in Singapore that will satiate your cravings.
No one can deny that Singaporeans love good dining deals, whether it’s afternoon high tea, dim sum buffets or all-you-can-eat meals. Of the latter, Japanese cuisine is an exceedingly popular option.
How to Save Money When Eating at Japanese Buffets in 2024
Buffets, especially Japanese ones, might be on a slightly pricier side for the average Singaporean. Save more money by not only using the best dining credit cards, but also taking advantage of lunch deals and birthday promotions. Pro tip: remember not to take more than you can eat as restaurants will charge you food wastage fees!
Last updated on 9 April 2021. Buffet prices and promotions are subject to change without prior notice.
List of Singapore’s Best Japanese Buffets 2024
Image source: Shin Minori
Shin Minori
Address:
UE Square: 81 Clemenceau Avenue, UE Square, #03-16, Singapore 239917
Katong Square: 88 East Coast Road, Katong Square, #02-08, Singapore 423371
Contact:
UE Square: 6733 2272
Katong Square: 6386 7337
Price: From $45.90++
One of the oldest Japanese a la carte buffets in Singapore, Shin Minori is located at UE Square and Katong Square. Their buffet menu features over 160 dishes that include sashimi, sushi of all types, teppanyaki, yakimono, tempura, ramen and more.
With so many food options, this is definitely the place to go if you have picky eaters in your group or can’t quite decide where to bring the family.
Shin Minori is most value-for-money during your birthday month, as you can get a free lunch buffet when you dine on Mondays to Fridays with a minimum of one paying adult.
That’s as good as a 1-for-1 buffet! But if you can’t make time for this promotion, there’s another birthday deal that’s valid during dinner on Mondays to Thursdays at Katong Square — birthday peeps will receive a free bottle of wine and sushi cake with a minimum of two paying adults.
Google Review
“Visited this restaurant for their Japanese buffet multiple times. Although the price is on the higher side, the food served is always delicious. There is a good variety of sashimi, sushi, fried items, grilled items, and rice/noodles. Although for the fresh oysters there is an additional charge, the oysters tastes fresh. The service staff are friendly and very efficient too. The food served is ordered through a QR code and the food is served quickly. Definitely a good dining experience!”
Image source: Tenkaichi
Tenkaichi
Address:
Marina Square: 6 Raffles Boulevard, #03-129, Singapore 039594
Cineleisure Orchard: 8 Grange Road, #02-11, Singapore 239695
Contact:
Marina Square: 6250 8918
Cineleisure Orchard: 6365 8389
Price: From $14.90++
The cheapest buffet on this entire list is Tenkaichi, which costs a very affordable $14.90++ for its standard lunch buffet on Mondays to Fridays. The catch? You have to be either a student or senior citizen in order to be eligible for this deal.
However, the cost of the same buffet is pretty reasonable for adults too, going at only $16.90++ per person.
For those who are only available for dinner, you’ll be glad to know that the restaurant is also having a promotion where diners get 23% off the Deluxe Buffet and 38% off the Premium Buffet.
Here’s the full price list:
Image source: Tenkaichi
Image source: Syohachi Yakiniku
Google Review
“Did not order the bbq, only try the ala carte. Unatama Don and Yakiniku don. Smell fm bbq is quite strong as to be expected. 1st japanese restaurant that i been to that offer hot tea free flow and no free flow. Expensive free flow tea. The eel was ok only. The yakiniku pork was ok but the rice was not nice.”
Mitsuba
Address: 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #03-88, Clarke Quay Central, Singapore 059817
Contact: 6227 0388
Price: From $26.90++
Thick cuts of fresh sashimi, sizzling sticks of yakimono, comforting seafood miso soup and jiggly chawanmushi topped with ikura are just some of the dishes you will find on Mitsuba’s extensive a la carte Japanese buffet menu.
Conveniently located at Clarke Quay Central and reasonably priced at $45.90++ (adult), $26.90++ (children below 1.4m tall) and free for kids in baby chairs, Mitsuba is a popular buffet spot so we strongly recommend making a reservation.
If you’re in the mood for some sake, opt for the Buffet Plus at $73.90++, which includes free flow of cold beer and hot sake.
The restaurant also has ongoing promotions such as the Lunch Special, where one person dines for free with every three paying adults. Every Monday, ladies enjoy 15% off on buffet dinner prices while NSMen enjoy 15% off on buffet dinner prices every Tuesday.
Do note that there are two seatings for weekend and public holiday dinners: the first one is from 5.30pm to 7.55pm and the second is from 8pm to 10.30pm.
Yes, timings are slightly too early or too late, but we assure you that the meal is definitely worth the slight inconvenience. Click here for more a la carte buffet deals!
Image source: Suki-Ya
Suki-Ya
Address: Multiple locations
Contact: Multiple contact numbers
Price: From $14.90++
Suki-Ya, an affordable hotpot buffet chain ubiquitous in shopping malls in Singapore, needs no introduction. Its signature shabu-shabu is a must-try, and goes extremely well with their wide variety of free-flow side dishes, dipping sauces and soups.
If you’re a Citi card holder, you can enjoy 30% off your total bill on Mondays and Tuesdays, and 15% off on Wednesdays and Thursdays until 30 June 2021.
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Google Review
“What blew us away was the impeccable and attentive service. Certainly one of the best we have received at Suki-ya. The food was as per usual, though the lunch set we ordered meant that we could not choose to omit certain ingredients we disliked. Nevertheless, the lunch set was very worth our money and it definitely satisfied our stomachs”
Image source: Kiseki
Kiseki
Address: Orchard Central, #08-01/02/03, 181 Orchard Road, Singapore 238896
Contact: 6736 1216
Price: From $12.80++
At this massive Japanese buffet spanning over three units at Orchard Central, $23.80++ per adult and $12.80++ per child get you all the Japanese fare your heart (and stomach) desires.
In addition to fresh sashimi, seafood and teppanyaki, you can also indulge in delectable desserts such as ice cream waffles, pudding and cake!
Google Review
“The place is clean, service crew in KISEKI Japanese Restaurant are polite and friendly. They provide lots of variety of food for guests to choose from. Food is fresh and the food section is well maintained. Overall is very good and acceptable. When I make the online reservation, I call the service crew and mentioned that we want to seat near to window but due to my team is a big group, the management arrange us to seat facing the window instead.”
Image source: Gyu-Kaku
Gyu-Kaku
Address: Multiple locations
Contact: Multiple contact numbers
Price: From $58.80++
At $86.88++ per person, Gyu-Kaku offers yakiniku, or Japanese BBQ, at a considerably steeper price. However, you get what you pay for – quality cuts of Australia wagyu beef and four other types of Japanese wagyu beef.
If you’re on a smaller budget, opt for the weekday standard buffet at $58.80++ that includes Australia wagyu brisket and Australia wagyu cheek, along with over 70 other side dishes.
Google Review
“Food was decent. Service was a bit slow as it was very crowded. Air conditioning was not designed to cope with all the hot coals/bbq so it gets warm there. Do reserve especially on weekend at Chijmes as it gets crowded here.”
Image source: Hokkaido Sushi
Hokkaido Sushi
Address: M Hotel Singapore, 81 Anson Rd, level 9 m Hotel, Singapore 079908
Contact: 6221 3075
Price: From $19++
Located in M Hotel Singapore, Hokkaido Sushi boasts a spacious dining area with a 14-seater sushi counter and four private rooms for diners to eat to their hearts’ content.
Expect to find traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, ranging from the usual suspects like ikura chawanmushi to sushi that contains white fish with truffle. Click here for the full buffet menu.
At only $40++ per adult for lunch and $47++ for dinner, this hotel restaurant buffet is very worth it.
Google Review
“Good value for $43++ buffet. The only downside is limited types of sashimi. They only had swordfish, salmon and octopus. The tempura and grill fish was actually very good. Yakitori was also good, especially the jowl and wings.”
Your Culinary Passport to Japanese Buffets 2024
As we gear up for an exciting year ahead, there’s no better time to start planning your culinary adventures. With a plethora of choices on the horizon, the Japanese Buffets 2024 promises to be a gastronomic journey like no other.
From traditional sushi and sashimi to innovative Japanese fusion dishes, these buffets will satisfy every palate. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or someone who enjoys casual dining, the Japanese Buffets 2024 in Singapore is set to offer an experience that caters to everyone.
So, mark your calendar, get your appetite ready, and prepare to embark on an unforgettable culinary journey with Japanese Buffets 2024. Let’s welcome the new year with a feast that celebrates the best of Japanese cuisine right here in Singapore. You won’t want to miss out on this!
This article was first published in SingSaver and republished on theAsianparent with permission.
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