Ready for free-flow food? Throw on a pair of stretchy pants and hit up these buffet restaurants in Singapore for a massive feast.
Can’t decide if you want steak, sushi or Spanish food? Easy. Hop on the buffet train so you can eat all you want. We’ve rounded up the best buffets in Singapore for you to get a hearty lunch or dinner – sans the stress and headache. Go wild!
The best buffets in Singapore
1. Peppermint
This all-day dining resto is set within lush greenery and offers healthful farm-to-table cuisine. Its myriad Asian and international dishes are prepared in an open kitchen, using plenty of locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients. You’ve got to try the pot-roasted angus beef oyster blade infused with fresh herbs from the urban farm at Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay. Did we mention everything’s halal-certified?
Peppermint, Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594
2. Hai Tien Lo
Oh yes, we love a dim sum buffet. Head to Hai Tien Lo for stellar Cantonese cuisine and all-you-can-eat dim sum. We can’t get enough of the crunchy deep-fried spring rolls and pork buns with black truffle. The double-boiled fish bone broth with dried fish maw is also a must-have, especially on a rainy day. Plus, as an added perk, all diners get a complimentary serving of dumpling soup with lobster, and mini longevity buns. Yum!
Hai Tien Lo, Marina Square, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039595
3. Atrium Restaurant
This halal-certified buffet at Holiday Inn serves an array of international and local favourites. Think tender beef rendang, freshly-made prata and Hainanese chicken rice. We love that it even has an ice cream corner serving scoops of cold, creamy goodness in rainbow bread or wafer slices. Talk about nostalgia! If you’re into the whole K-drama scene, you’ll also enjoy its spread of Korean dishes that range from spicy seafood stews to injeolmi rice cake.
Atrium Restaurant, Holiday Inn, 317 Outram Road, Singapore 169075
4. Beach Road Kitchen
Looking for a buffet that’s chock full of scrumptious local and international bites? Arrive hungry at Beach Road Kitchen for its chefs-on-show buffet. Located within the swanky JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, the restaurant boasts a smorgasbord of fresh seafood, charcoal-grilled meats, Asian soups and noodles, and barbecue dishes. Those craving local food can be satisfied with delicious faves like butter chicken, chilli crab, sweet and sour pork and more.
Beach Road Kitchen, Level 1, JW Marriott Hotel Singapore South Beach, 30 Beach Road, Singapore 189763
5. Straits Kitchen
Nab a table at Straits Kitchen for a spectacular spread of local food. We’re talking about unlimited servings of beef rendang, Singaporean chilli crab, Nyonya otak-otak, satay, biryani and the like. Dessert lovers, you’re all covered too. Enjoy iconic sweets like chendol, pandan kaya cake, kueh lapis and sago gula melaka. Really, resistance is futile.
Straits Kitchen, Grand Hyatt Singapore, 10 Scotts Road, Singapore 228211
6. Melt Cafe
Chow down on a great mix of cuisines at Melt Cafe. Menu highlights include the seafood platter (Boston lobster, tiger prawns, mud crab and seasonal oysters), Asian delights (laksa and pork ramen soup) and BBQ offerings (crackling pork belly and char siew). Also, fill up on leg of lamb, roasted chicken and grain-fed beef for a carnivorous meal.
Melt Cafe, Mandarin Oriental Singapore, 5 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039797
7. The Line
The Line draws a steady crowd with plenty of made-to-order dishes. Spanning the globe, the menu spotlights Middle Eastern, Japanese, Western and Asian cuisines. Tuck into delights like chicken and beef satay, babi pong teh, lamb ouzi and salmon aburi sushi. End your feast on a sweet note with a grand array of desserts. Think creme brulee, strawberry cheesecake, matcha choux puff, durian cake and more. There’s a reason why The Line is a popular buffet spot – the proof is in the spread!
The Line, Shangri-La Hotel Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350
8. Ginger
When you’re at Ginger, you can’t miss out on its spectacular spread of local faves. From slow-braised beef rendang and Hainan oxtail stew to steamed river prawn in assam pedas sauce, this is one buffet spot not to be missed. After the indulgent feast, we suggest walking off the calories by exploring the nearby cultural enclave of Kampong Glam.
Ginger, 1/F, Parkroyal on Beach Road, 7500 Beach Road, Singapore 199591
9. Permata Singapore
Housed in the majestic palace of Gedung Kuning (right next to the Malay Heritage Centre), Permata specialises in all-you-can-eat Nusantara plates. Pile your plates with Malay and Indonesian dishes including satay, mee rebus, mackarel pate and sambal prawns. For dessert, you’ve got traditional kuehs alongside western-inspired sweet treats such as green bean mousse and pandan crepes. A feast truly fit for royalty.
Permata Singapore, 73 Sultan Gate, Singapore 198497
10. Carousel
Arguably the most popular halal buffet in Singapore, Carousel boasts an extensive, all-encompassing spread. Seriously, it has everything from Japanese to Mediterranean and Indian. Keep a lookout for the roving carving station and pile up on juicy prime rib. Not only is the restaurant famous for its variety, but it’s also known for serving fresh, quality seafood. Top that with exceptional customer service, and it’s no surprise the place is often booked out on weekends and festive seasons.
Carousel, Royal Plaza on Scotts, 25 Scotts Road, Singapore 228220
11. Edge
Edge has seven different kitchens that put on a culinary show, featuring well-renowned cuisines like Indian, Japanese, Malay and Cantonese. So expect to feast on the likes of char siew, beef rendang, fish curry and hearty donburi bowls. Don’t miss out on the seafood! You’ll enjoy oysters, Boston lobster and crab meat. The restaurant also offers a decent selection of vegetarian eats such as roasted eggplant or spiced chickpeas and potato curry.
Edge, 3/F, Pan Pacific Singapore, Marina Square, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039595
12. Ellenborough Market Cafe
Ellenborough Market Cafe stands out for its Peranakan spread. Yes, we’re talking about an endless flow of babi pongteh (braised pork in fermented soybean sauce), ayam buah keluak (braised chicken in black nut gravy), kueh pie tee and chap chye. If you can’t resist durian, make sure to try the ever-popular durian pengat – that’s decadent durian pulp with coconut milk for you.
Ellenborough Market Cafe, Paradox Singapore Merchant Court, 20 Merchant Road, Singapore 058281
13. Oscar’s
This fancy buffet spread will make your jaw drop. Highlights include a cold seafood station serving fresh oysters and crab legs, as well as a carving station that dishes out roast beef and pan-fried foie gras. The vegetarian options aren’t too shabby either. Browse the salad bar or order dishes like cauliflower gratin.
Oscar’s, Conrad Centennial Singapore, 2 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038982
14. Empress
Traditional Chinese food in a swish contemporary setting? Sign us right up! This snazzy riverside restaurant in Singapore offers an affordable all-you-can-eat weekend dim sum buffet brunch you can’t miss. As part of the buffet brunch, you’ll get a single serving of soup, three mains (per table) and dessert. The unlimited dim sum buffet features must-tries like siew mai and decadent steamed molten egg custard buns.
Empress, #01-03, Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
15. Colony
If you’re feeling bougie, Ritz Carlton is calling your name. Boasting seven live conservatory kitchens, the dining experience is quite a treat. Start with a treasure trove of seafood on ice at The Ice Bar. Next, pad your stomach with wood-smoked seared salmon and grilled chicken from The Grill & Rotisserie station. Other noteworthy dishes include the Asian roast platter, butter chicken and Mafaldine bolognese.
Colony, The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039799
16. Ikoi Japanese Restaurant
All-you-can-eat Japanese dishes make your heart flutter? Ikoi should be your go-to buffet restaurant in Singapore. Expect the likes of sashimi, sushi, tempura and yakitori. It’s one of our top picks when we need a full-on feast, but be warned: you need to book early to avoid disappointment.
Ikoi Japanese Restaurant, #01-01, Hotel Miramar, 401 Havelock Road, Singapore 169631
17. Lime Restaurant
This buffet restaurant shines the limelight on international and local treats with a glorious a la carte spread. The line-up includes black mussels, fresh sushi, barbecued beef and lamb, roasted duck curry and basil minced pork. Don’t forget to try the local-inspired desserts like durian pengat, mango pudding with boba, and ondeh ondeh cake! Just wear your loosest pants and you’ll be good to go.
Lime Restaurant, Parkroyal Collection Pickering, 3 Upper Pickering Street, Singapore 058289
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