Best Hotel Buffets in Singapore: Restaurants with Quality Spreads to Get Stuffed

PUBLISHED April 13th, 2023 06:00 am | UPDATED July 25th, 2024 04:43 pm

Buffets in Singapore (actually, buffets anywhere) tend to get a bad rep for giving up quality for quantity. But this way of dining exists because it has its upsides –  a convivial atmosphere perfect for communal dining, especially for groups with a varied dietary preferences – and there are excellent buffet restaurants in Singapore – you just have to know where to look. P.S this list is non-halal so those with dietary restrictions should see here.

Estate Restaurant, Hilton Singapore Orchard

Filled with regional favourites, diners can indulge in Estate’s upgrades on the classics. From Cantonese-style Wagyu beef noodles to Gochujang Chicken Tacos, the creative twists will delight you at dinner time. Don’t miss the Estate Black Truffle Roasted Duck, marinated in truffle plum sauce for a sweet, sour and savoury kick. Asian-inspired dishes like the Sichuan-Style Spicy Chicken and Sup Ayam Rempah will satiate you during lunch; along with Smoke Roasted Pork Belly at the carving station and selection of cold appetisers.

Lunch Buffet, 12pm-2.30pm: Mon-Thu S$62++ per adult, S$31++ per child, Fri-Sat S$70++ per adult, S$35++ per child 

Dinner Buffet, 6.30pm-10pm: Sun-Thu S$82++ per adult, S$41++ per child, Fri-Sat S$99++ per adult, S$49.50++ per child

Estate Restaurant is located at 333 Orchard Road, Level 5, Hilton Singapore Orchard, Singapore 238867, p.+65 6831 6270. Reserve here.

Colony at Ritz Carlton

Colony consistently delivers a feast for both the eyes and the belly, with live demonstration kitchens that showcase the diverse cultural foodscape of Singapore, with local, Chinese, Indonesian and Malaysian cuisine. Seven open kitchens greet you with a wide selection; from Pan-seared Salmon and Spatchcock Chicken in Herb Butter from The Grill and Rotisserie, to Mentaiko Carbonara Spaghetti, Colony Laksa and a selection of dim sum from the Steam Basket. Seafood lovers will delight in the Seafood Dinner (available on Fridays and Saturdays) with items like Grilled Boston Lobster and Grilled Octopus Leg.

Lunch Buffet: Mon-Fri (12pm-2.30pm) S$74++ per adult, S$37++ per child, Sat (12.30pm -3pm) S$78++ per adult, S$39++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6.30pm-10.30pm: Sun-Thu S$92++ per adult, S$46++ per child, Fri-Sat S$112++ per adult, S$56++ per child

Colony is located at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Avenue Singapore, 039799 Singapore, p.+ 65 6434 5288. Reserve here.

Crossroads Buffet at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel

No matter the time of the day, satisfy all your cravings with a sumptuous International spread at Crossroads Buffet. Drawing inspirations from cuisines around the world, indulge in Italian pasta a la minute at the Pasta Live Station for lunch, or tuck into a well-balanced Moroccan Spiced Lamb Shoulder. A bountiful display of Seafood on Ice features premium offerings like poached lobsters and snow crab legs. At dinner time, take your pick of fresh produce and create your own Fisherman’s Pot – complete with three delectable sauces and add-on your favourite choice of sides. Head for the Noodle Bar for your fix of local Nonya Laksa or chow down on some smoky, tender Korean Short Rib Galbi.

Lunch Buffet, 12pm-2.30pm: Mon-Fri $65++ per adult, $39++ per child, Sat-Sun $78++ per adult, $48++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6.30pm-10pm: Sun-Thu $78++ per adult, $39++ per child, Fri-Sat $88++ per adult, $48++ per child

Crossroads Buffet is located at Singapore Marriott Tang Plaza Hotel, 320 Orchard Road, Singapore 238865, p.+65 6735 5800. Reserve here.

Ellenborough Market Café, Paradox Singapore Merchant Court

Embark on a gourmet adventure this May at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court with their exciting lineup of culinary offerings. The spotlight is on Ellenborough Market Café’s Meat and Foie Gras Fest Buffet, available on weekends from 1 May to 30 June, 2024. Savor the richness of Foie Gras through creative dishes like the decadent Foie Gras Mushroom Pasta and luxurious Pan-seared Foie Gras. Complement your meal with the savory Crispy Roasted Duck or the deeply flavorful Beef Bourguignon. Don’t miss the Shawarma, featuring layers of meticulously grilled meat served in fluffy pita bread, enhanced with creamy hummus and a herbaceous Tzatziki sauce made from herbs harvested from the hotel’s edible garden.

Dinner Buffet, 6.30pm-10pm: Fri-Sun S$98++ per adult, S$42++ per child

Ellenborough Market Café is located at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court, 20 Merchant Rd, Singapore 058281. Reserve here.

Clove at Swissôtel The Stamford

The creative folks at Clove expand their fine buffet spread combining over 10 types of chocolate in a symphony of sweet and savoury flavours. Relish in dishes like the Sautéed Shrimps with Yuzu Chocolate Vinaigrette or Gratin Oyster with Chocolate Bechamel, or chow down on land proteins like Crispy Pork Belly with Chocolate Sauce and the hearty Roast Angus Beef Ribeye. Satisfy your cravings for local delights with Seafood Laksa and round off with a Nitrogen Cocoa and more at the dessert station. The expanded chocolate buffet is only available Fridays to Sundays.

Lunch Buffet: Mon-Fri (12pm-2.30pm) S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child, Sat (12.30pm-3pm)  S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child, Sun (12.30pm-3pm) S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6pm-10pm: Mon-Thu S$78++ per adult, S$39++ per child, Fri-Sat S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child 

Clove is located at Level 2, Swissôtel The Stamford, 2 Stamford Road, Singapore 178882, P.+65 6431 6156. Reserve here.

Town Restaurant at The Fullerton Hotel Singapore

Every Wednesday and Thursday, seafood takes over the dinner buffet at Town Restaurant, showing up in the carving station, grill station, and even in the dessert section. Fill your noodles with Boston Lobster and Alaskan Crabs and for a hands-on experience, make your own tacos with Hokkaido scallops and Hamachi. On Fridays and Saturdays, things heat up with BBQ taking centre stage – think Peruvian-spiced Grass-fed Angus Ribeye Steak and Thai-style Sakura Chicken (Gai Yang) cooked over the charcoal grills. 

Lunch Buffet, 12pm-3pm: Mon-Sat S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6.30pm-10pm: Wed-Thu S$108++ per adult, S$54++ per child, Fri-Sat S$118++ per adult, S$59+ per child

Town Restaurant is located at 1 Fullerton Square, Singapore 049178, p. +65 3129 8125. Reserve here. 

Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Singapore

Indulge in the wide variety of local and international favourites, starting with fresh sashimi and seafood on ice and Charcuterie and Cheese selections. Have some belly-warming local soups, then dig into a hearty Grilled Tomahawk from the carving station. From now till 30 Apr, the dinner buffet includes The Great Thai Feast, showcasing delectable flavours from Thailand. Resident Thai Chefs cook up their favorites like Khao Soi, Phuket Moo Hong, and Pad Thai Lobster. With the Thai Action Station featuring mouthwatering Thai Boat Noodles and Tom Yum Goong. Bring your Thai friends to enjoy discounts!

Lunch Buffet, 12pm-2.30pm: Mon-Fri S$58++ per adult, S$29++ per child; Sat-Sun S$98++ per adult, S$39++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6pm-10pm: S$88++ per adult, S$44++ per child. Bring your Thai friends and enjoy the buffet at S$55.50++ per adult, terms and conditions apply

Seasonal Tastes is located at 12 Marina View Asia Square Tower 2 Level 32, The Westin, Singapore 018961, p.+65 6922 6968.

Greenhouse at Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore

Like a greenhouse, the forest-themed restaurant is fitted with floor-to-ceiling windows, giving diners an expansive view of the Masters Course. Against the picturesque views, savour popular multi-ethnic cuisine; from Royal Thai delicacies and traditional Indian Tandoor to Mediterranean and Chinese dishes. Have your fill of sushi and dim sum while waiting for pizza at lunch. Whet your appetite with Yum Mamuang and some Spanish charcuterie at dinner. Then, indulge in Roasted Lamb and assorted sausages, and the Murgh Mala (Chicken in cream cheeses). 

Lunch Buffet, 12.30pm-3pm: Mon-Fri S$52++ per adult, S$26++ per child, Sat & PH S$58++ per adult, S$29++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6pm-9.30pm: Mon-Thu S$62++ per adult, S$31++ per child, Fri-Sun S$68++ per adult, S$34++ per child

Greenhouse is located at Dusit Thani Laguna Singapore, 11 Laguna Golf Green, Singapore 488047, p. +65 6841 8888. Reserve here.

Edge at Pan Pacific

Can’t get enough seafood and grill? Start your epicurean journey every Thursday with heaping servings of freshly-shucked oysters, Boston Lobster, and half shell scallops at Pan Pacific’s Edge. Then head for the hard stuff like Sambal Ikan Bakar and some piquant Singaporean Chilli Crab. Stuff yourself with Seafood Paella and reach for some Japanese Yakitori on the hot grill, and Grilled Squid with Sweet Soy Glaze on the cold grill. The international buffets on other nights join the mix with cuisine such as Middle Eastern Mezes, Taste of India, and local delights. 

Lunch Buffet, 12pm-2.30pm: Mon- Fri S$65++ per adult, S$32.50++ per child

Dinner Buffet, 6pm-10pm: Mon-Wed S$84++ per adult, S$42++ per child, Thu S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child, Fri-Sun S$92++ per adult, S$46++ per child

Edge is located at 7 Raffles Boulevard, Level 3, Pan Pacific Singapore, Singapore 039595, p.+ 65 6826 8240. 

Beach Road Kitchen at JW Marriott

With over 40 varieties of seafood in the Cold Seafood Room, you’ll be absolutely spoiled for choice at Beach Road Kitchen. Enjoy a little bit of everything at the Live station, and tuck into smoky charcoal-grilled meats like Herb Crusted Prime Rib. Fresh oven-baked pizzas are sure to delight pizza lovers, while those longing for Asian flavours will satiate with Singapore Lobster Claw Laksa and roast meats. Round up at the Patisserie with luscious Dark Chocolate Orange Tart or have a go at the chocolate fountain.

Lunch Buffet: Mon-Sat (12pm-2.30pm) S$78++ per adult, S$34++ per child, Sun (12pm-3pm) S$108++ per adult, S$54++ per child 

Dinner Buffet, 6pm-10pm: Sun-Thu S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child, Fri-Sat S$98++ per adult, S$49++ per child

Beach Road Kitchen is located at JW Marriott, Singapore South Beach, 30 Beach Rd, Singapore 189763, p.+ 65 6818 1913. Reserve here.

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