For the month of January, many hotels are switching to Chinese New Year themed buffets, with some starting as early as first week of January though most have their CNY buffets up by mid-January. Despite the seasonality, I find that most of these hotels don’t deviate too much from their mainstays, while still offering a few CNY-themed items here and there. A common pattern seen are bak kwa-infused dishes such as pizza.
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PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay
Peppermint’s buffet
Peppermint also has a very decent buffet – their main differentiating factor being the sustained use of herbs and even vegetables grown from the hotel’s own garden. While rooftop gardens have become quite popular among hotels in Singapore, this property’s vegetable garden is among the biggest I have seen in the country’s hospitality sector and it supplies 20% of Peppermint’s herbs and vegetable needs. Their dishes change often depending on the season. Highlights in the past have included Crustacean Otak Otak, Black Truffle Bak Chor Mee with Rock Lobster and Urban Farm Chili Sambal Jumbo Squid Tentacles.
Peppermint is offering its CNY buffet which lasts until 12th Feb 2025. Highlights of the festive buffet include the DIY Prosperity Yu Sheng, Grilled Dalian Abalone in Shell, Steamed Rock Lobster with Old Chengdu Spicy Sauce, Crispy Sea Cucumber and Braised Radish in Golden Collagen and more.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here
Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium
Gather friends and loved ones for buffet dinner at Atrium Restaurant at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium. Their buffet offers a showcase of local and international flavors. Expect the likes of Spring Chicken, Lamb Chop, Sambal Squid, Otah-Otah and more at their BBQ Corner. This is in addition to staples such as Beef Rendang, Ayam Masak Merah and Sambal Kang Kong as well as Executive Chef Chua’s Signature Laksa.
Reservations: You can get discounted vouchers for Atrium Restaurant here
Swissotel The Stamford
clove buffet at swissotel the stamford (source: the hotel)
Clove at Swissotel The Stamford stands as one of the more popular hotel buffets in Singapore, given its convenient location, glass ceiling as well as interactive culinary stations. For the month of January and February, look forward to seasonal highlights such as Teochew Style Steamed Snapper, Slow Roasted Lamb Leg, Traditional Swiss Raclette Station and more.
Reservations: You can get discounted vouchers for Clove here
M Hotel Singapore
cafe 2000 buffet (source: m hotel singapore)
*Cheap Buffet Deal* Cafe 2000 at M Hotel Singapore is currently offering the Meet the Seafood Buffet for both weekday and weekend lunch and dinner until mid-January. For dinner, they offer a BBQ Buffet featuring an alfresco barbecue station. Seafood selection in the buffet include Ocean Scallop, Black Mussels, Poached Tiger Prawn and Alaskan Snow Crab. Meat selection include Rosemary and Garlic Marinated Lamb Chops, Wagyu Beef Sausage and more.
In the second half of January until mid-February, Cafe 2000 will be switching into its CNY buffet which will showcase Pan-Asian and Malaysian dishes. There will also be a seafood on ice station.
Cafe 2000 has a promotion currently with their buffet at up to 15% off.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here
Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore
J65 at Hotel Jen Tanglin Singapore offers various types of buffets, depending on the day of the week. For Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday; expect the likes of a Korean station filled with Tteok Bokki, Jap Chae, Jjim Dak (Braised Chicken) and Seafood Pancake as well as traditional delights like Soto Ayam, Steamed Kampong Chicken and Oxtail Soup. The beverage selection is included in the buffet and comprises of the likes of teh tarik, bandung and ice lime juice.
A Lobster Rock and Roll Buffet fills the spread every Wednesday with dishes such as Lobster in Singapore Chili Crab Sauce, Kam Heong Lobster and Laksa with Baby Lobster. Every Friday and Saturday, the hotel offers a Seafood Mania Buffet with highlights such as Fish Curry with Okra, Seafood Chowder, Oysters as well as some lobster dishes.
From 16th January to 11th February, J65 will be offering its Prosperity CNY Buffet which will include a DIY Yu Sheng, Barramundi which will be cooked in a rotation between Nyonya, Hong Kong Style and Sambal as well as Grilled Baby Lobster with Tarragon Butter.
J65 has a promotion currently with their buffet at up to 15% off.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here
The Fullerton Hotel
town restaurant buffet (source: the hotel)
The buffet at Town Restaurant is now available daily for executive buffet lunch on weekdays, international buffet lunch on Saturdays and a champagne brunch on Sundays. Depending on which day you come, you can expect a number of local delights such as Gochujang Chili-glazed Salmon Fillet, Snow Crab Leg and Alaskan King Crab on ice being served alongside a variety of Asian and Western favorites. They also have a laksa station as well as fresh sashimi on ice.
Town Restaurant is offering its CNY buffet which will run from 13th January to 12th February.
Reservations: You can purchase discounted vouchers at Town Restaurant here
PARKROYAL Beach Road
Ginger is one of the halal hotel buffet restaurants in Singapore. Expect a well-rounded spread with the likes of Singapore Chili Crab, Angus Beef Steak, Old School Hainanese Chicken Chop, a variety of sashimi as well as Boston Lobster on weekends. The buffet at Ginger is available from daily for both lunch and dinner with a slightly higher pricing for weekend visits.
Ginger is offering its “Bountiful Feast Buffet” from 6th January to 12th February featuring seasonal highlights such as Dan Dan Noodles, Chicken ‘Bak Kwa’ Pizza, Glutinous Rice Ball with Ginger Broth, Deep-fried Nian Gao with Yam and Sweet Potato, Deep-fried Sesame Ball with Red Bean Paste and Eight Treasures Cheng Tng Dessert.
Reservations: You can purchase vouchers with 10% off here.
Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre
window on the park at holiday inn singapore orchard city centre
Window on the Park, the all-day restaurant at Holiday Inn Singapore Orchard City Centre is offering up to 50% off or 1-for-1 for its dinner buffet. Diners can expect dishes like Roasted Lamb Leg with Black Pepper Sauce as well as local highlights like Braised Chicken with Bittergourd as well as Wok Fried White Clams and dessert section. Prices vary depending on lunch or dinner sitting as well as between weekday and weekends.
Window on the Park is already deep into its CNY buffet with the likes of Prosperity Braised Seafood Pot, Prosperity Steamed Barramundi Fish in Hong Kong Style, and fresh seafood from the grill. The CNY buffet starts from 6th January for lunch and from 17th January for dinner.
Reservations: Window on the Park is also halal-certified. You can buy the discounted vouchers here
JW Marriott Singapore South Beach
Beach Road Kitchen at JW Marriott Singapore South Beach is one of the most accessible hotel buffets in Singapore. Their “Chefs on Show” spread is always huge and the quality is always superb. Many dishes are cooked on the spot such as in the grills section. Dishes to look out for include the Signature Chili Crab, Beef Tomahawk, Grilled Catch of the Day and more. Their cold seafood section includes fresh oysters and snow crab so what’s not to like?! Their Italian themed desserts is also a highlight. I love their Soursop Cake and Tiramisu.
Reservations: You can get discounted vouchers for Beach Road Kitchen here
Pan Pacific Singapore
Edge at Pan Pacific Singapore offers some of the most well-rounded buffets in the country with its countless buffet stations. For this month, you can expect some items such as Peking Duck, Creamy Salted Egg Yolk Prawn, Pig Trotter Vinegar and Kueh Pie Tee and more.
This is in addition to their mainstays such as an Indian, Japanese, Western and even Kid’s Station.
From 8th January to 12th February, Edge is having its CNY buffet with the likes of Roasted Five Spice Golden Whole Pig with Hai Xian Sauce, Baked Mala Whole Barramundi with Sautee Assorted Mushroom, Chef Andy’s Signature “Wok Hey” Penang Char Kuay Teow, Slipper Lobster Singapore Nyonya Laksa, BBQ Gold Coin Bak Kwa and Chicken Floss Pizza and more.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here
Four Seasons Singapore
nobu singapore weekend brunch (source: four seasons singapore)
Nobu at Four Seasons Singapore has a popular Japanese-themed weekend brunch that frequently gets booked out well in advance. Available every Saturday and Sunday, the “Taste of Nobu” weekend brunch runs through some of the house specialties of this iconic restaurant chain. This buffet is served in 2 formats – thru a self-service buffet counter featuring fresh sushi and sashimi and desserts as well as a bottomless ala carte menu featuring signature dishes. Highlights include the Black Cod Miso, Rock Shrimp Tempura and F1 Japanese Beef Toban-Yaki. The weekend brunch also includes a selection of soft drinks, juices and mocktails. Upgraded beverage options include free flow champagne, sake and wines.
Reservations: You can book here
Furama Riverfront Singapore
kintamani restaurant buffet (source: furama singapore)
Head over to Kintamani Restaurant for an Indonesian flair – quite a change from the typical hotel buffet. Here, you can expect sumptuous dishes such as Ayam Panggang Bekakak (Grilled Chicken with Black Spicy Sauce), Gulai Kambing Aceh (Aceh Style Mutton Curry), Udang Goreng Mentega (Fried Butter Prawn) and more.
The buffet at Furama Singapore is available for up to 20% off.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here (Kintamani)
Fairmont Singapore
As suggested by the name of their inhouse buffet restaurant Asian Market Cafe, the spread at Fairmont Singapore is very much Asian-oriented with a strong emphasis on local flavors. The food menu changes every few months. This is a halal buffet.
Lunar New Year Buffet: Until 2nd March, Asian Market Cafe is offering its festive menu featuring Roasted Duck, Cereal Slipper Lobster, Black Pepper Crab and more.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here
Paradox Singapore Merchant Court Clarke Quay
Ellenborough Market Cafe at Paradox Singapore Merchant Court Clarke Quay is offering its golden treasure buffet daily until 27th February. Expect the likes of Seafood on Ice, DIY Yu Sheng, Braised Sea Cucumber and Dried Oyster and various themed desserts coupled with their popular evergreen Peranakan delights and BBQ station. For durian lovers, their popular Durian Pengat will continue to grace the buffet spread.
Reservations: You can buy 40% off discounted vouchers here
Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel
Food Capital at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel is running its Chinese new year buffet. Highlights include Chicken Bak Kwa Pizza, Stewed Whole Pork Knuckle, Eight Treasure Rice, Sweet and Sour Pork and more. Alongside this, the buffet will also include perennial favorites such as a cold seafood station, Japanese selection and even a salads selection for health conscious folks. There is also 4 types of Sashimi as well as a Singapore hawker station.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers here
Conrad Centennial Singapore
Oscar’s at Conrad Centennial Singapore is now serving its buffet in its pre-pandemic format. This means you can choose as many items as you want from the live stations. Highlights in their buffet include Mala Spiced Pulled Chicken and Scallion Pincho, DIY Oscar’s Signature Crab Kueh Pie Tee, Roasted Angus Striploin, Homemade Signature Chicken Biryani and more. If you come during the weekend, they have a charcoal barbecue section where you can get Grilled Bamboo Lobsters, Garlic Rosemary Beef and more.
From 20th January to 12th February, Oscar’s is offering their festive Chinese new year buffet featuring the likes of Prawns in Mongolian Sauce, Seabass Fillet in Hotpot Chili Sauce, Braised Pork Knuckle and more.
Reservations: You can buy discounted vouchers for Oscar’s here
Shangri-la Singapore
lebanese cuisine at the line, shangri-la singapore
Of the hotel buffets I have visited under the new normal, Shangri-la Singapore’s has one of the longest buffet spreads. The Line’s buffet has the theme “flavors of the world” and indeed, the menu is a run through of international cuisine. Featuring over 35 dishes, diners can expect mainstays from Japanese, Western, Indian and even local cuisine.
From 20th January to 12th February, The Line is offering a festive buffet featuring Alaska King Crab, Boston Lobster and sashimi like Hamachi and Hokkaido Scallop, Smoked Duck Breast with Kumquat Sauce and Steamed Black Cod with Superior Soya Sauce and more.
Reservations: You can get more information for this buffet here
Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
beautifully presented seafood platter at colony, ritz carlton millenia singapore
Colony at Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore is one of the Lion City’s most popular buffets. Personally, I have found their offerings to be of consistently high quality – with many deliciously concocted dishes despite the mass-produced nature.
Colony offers a standard buffet for Monday to Saturday lunch and Sunday to Thursday dinner. I dropped by on a Friday to check out their Seafood Dinner and was quite impressed with the level of service and also the way dishes were presented.
beef ribs at colony, ritz carlton millenia singapore
Highlights during the seafood dinner include the A la Plancha Boston Lobster, Beef Rib (my personal favorite), Wok-fried Pork Leg Bee Hoon and the Colony Peanut Wrap.
Aside from the Seafood Dinner on Fridays and Sundays, Colony also has its Sunday Champagne Brunch served in a similar format.
Reservations: +65 6434 5288
You can also check out more buffet deals HERE
Thus is supposed to be a list of promotions? Why is Colony on the list? Did I miss something about the promotion there?