Reasons to Love the Kampachi Weekend Buffet

I am a fan of buffets; really I am.
My eyes sparkle at the glimpse of the colorful and multi-varied types of food presented in different styles, flavors and unique ways which are bound to set the taste buds go on a wild spree.
The thing about buffets is this; Variety.
We have choices, and lots of them in one single meal.

Of course, the old ode that one should exercise with caution when faced with so much food; in amount and varieties still stands.
It sounds like a heavenly treat to be surrounded by all these wonderful choices and the freedom to have anything you want (well, almost, depending on the theme).

Buffets are readily available everywhere although this is still a sinful treat to many, and of course, the need to splurge to enjoy these assortment of cuisines.
(Well, there are also good buffets at a good bargain, which I will probably blog about in the future).

One of my personal favorite buffets has to be the Equatorial Kampachi's Weekend Japanese Buffet.
Served on Saturdays and Sundays for lunches, and only Saturdays for dinners, this is one exciting buffet for those Japanese food crazed fans.



There is just so much to love about this Japanese buffet, and to begin with, I am already a fan of both Japanese food and also, Kampachi.
Kampachi by Equatorial is one of the hotel's pride in serving one of the finest quality of Japanese cuisine around the island of Penang, and its fame has also spread to the metropolitan city of Kuala Lumpur.



The weekend buffet brings together the delectable treats served from this fine kitchen; by their experienced and skilled chefs.



Here I will list down the reasons this buffet has captured my heart, or appetite :-)

Assorted Fresh Sashimi sliced and cut right before you, and comes in numbers
Salmon, Butterfish, Tuna, Octopus

Sushi Lovers would rejoice at the varieties of Sushi freshly made to choose from







Cooked on the spot and served piping hot seafood and meat Teppanyaki varieties
(Fish, prawns, mussels)





Scrumptious Deep Fried Tempura technically running out like well, hot prawns!





Fresh wasabi paste!
Nothing beats freshness in this spicy wad of green spunk:-)



Silky Smooth Agedashi Tofu




Free Flow of Green tea (hot and cold) and chilled cordials/beverages



Interesting varieties of desserts
(I mean really interesting; a neat mix of western, oriental and localized desserts all together!)









 

They have the Soy curd pudding with fruit cocktail!


Home made Signature Kampachi Dorayaki!
Who doesn't love dorayaki!?
(Signed with love with Kampachi's initials :-)



Chinese Red Bean soup served hot from the pot, made with Azuki beans!



Japanese Mochi infused with the localized style



Awesome dining environment in the restaurant



Exclusive ambiance within the hotel to chill and lay back during the weekend








So, what are the reasons NOT to like about this buffet?
I can't think of any...

Equatorial Kampachi Japanese Weekend Buffet:
(Kampachi by Equatorial Hotel Penang)
Lunch on Saturdays and Sundays (starts from 11.00am until 3.00pm)
MYR68++ for Adults, MYR37++ for children


Dinner on Saturdays Only (starts from 6.00pm until 10.00pm)
MYR 92++  for Adults, MYR 49++  for children 

For inquiries or reservation, kindly contact +604- 632 7000.



Note: This is NOT a sponsored post and is based on blogger's personal experiences and opinions :-)

Fun with Japanese Buffet Ala Carte Style at Mitasu

Japanese food lovers would rejoice with the attractive offer of enjoying a wide variety of Japanese food from the simple menu at an affordable price; topped with the liberty of being able to order continuously and limitlessly and eat to your heart's content.



It sounds like it's too good to be true, doesn't it?
Well, believe it because it is good and it is true, and it is offered by this Japanese restaurant, nestled in its modest abode in Central Plaza in the heart of downtown KL.



Mitasu may not be situated in a attention-seeking location right in the busy city, but the name of this Japanese restaurant rose to fame with the popularity of its ala carte style buffet, with a pocket-pleasing price tag; making it a place for families and friends to enjoy a good and hearty Japanese selection over lively banters.



Coming in a big group; be it family or friends can be an advantage as one can opt for more varieties from the menu without wasting food aimlessly for the sake of just tasting the food, or trying every single item on the menu. (It is rather despicable to do that, in my humble opinion).

The menu comes in a fairly simple one sheet with both printed sides, listing basic and unpretentious common varieties of the much-loved cuisine.
From raw cuts of sashimi to hand rolled temaki and sushi, to pan fried vegetables and teppanyaki, there is almost something to represent every section of the Japanese cuisine and to fit the taste buds of every age.

Start off with hot green tea, or even enjoy the variety of chilled beverages such as fruit punch or jasmine green tea to accompany and keep yourself hydrated throughout the meal.


Cold cuts:
Selection of Fresh Oyster and Fresh Tiger Prawn



Enjoy appetizers such as a Trio of Chuka Karaage (Seasoned Jelly fish), Chuka Iidako (Seasoned baby octopus), and Chuka Wakame (Seasoned Seaweed)

Edamame
(Baked Green/Snow Beans)


Every Japanese lover's must-have is definitely the raw slices of air-flown sashimi.
While I am not entirely sure if this is really air-flown, these are still must-haves; a combo of Akami (Tuna), Salmon, and Abura Bazu (Butterfish) - the three most popular and usual culprits which are on most tables and menus of a Japanese restaurant.

From the Salad section:
Kamo Salad (Smoked Duck Salad)


Kani Salad (Crab Meat Salad)


Teppanyaki:
Salmon Teriyaki


Squid Butteryaki


Agemono:
Hotate Fried (Deep fried scallop)


Agedashi Tofu 
(Deep fried bean curd in sauce)


Yakimono:
Grilled Saba (Mackerel)




Makimono:
Tekka Maki (Tuna roll)


California Temaki
(Crab meat, Omelette, shrimp roll)

Chawanmushi


Yasai Itame 
(Pan Fried Assorted vegetables)


Nabemono
Niku Sukiyaki
(Beef Hot Pot in Sukiyaki Style)


Kaisen Kimchee Nabe
(Seafood and vegetables in Kimchee paste hot pot)


Tempura
Ebi Tempura
(Prawn Tempura)




After filling one's heart (and tummy) content with the many selection from the menu, save some space for the sweet temptations offered from their desserts section.

Lick your spoon clean with the different flavored scoops of ice cream available
Choose from Chocolate


Strawberry


Black Sesame


If you simply cannot decide, just go with double scoops of their popular Green Tea and Black Sesame Ice Cream


Enjoy a slice of cake (Chocolate cake) if you are a cake person and simply cannot get enough of sweet stuffs


I am a fan of Konnyaku jelly, and definitely must-have (I saved space for these babies :-)




For a simple and healthy way to clean your palates after a filling meal, one just cannot go wrong with a good old platter of fruits :-)



Now, did I manage to attract your attention with the interesting and fulfilling ala carte Japanese buffet variety?
If that is not tempting enough, think of the endless times you could order from your favorites and also the prompt service and conducive environment in the restaurant.

Of course, the most important question:
Priced at MYR53.90+ for adults; with a discounted rate of MYR38.00+ for senior citizens and MYR28.00+ for children (subject to the height).
All bills are subjected to 10% service charge.

The usual rules apply; where wastage is frowned upon and will be charged accordingly for each 100g not consumed (MYR10.00).

The Ala carte Japanese buffet above is available as follows:
Monday-Friday (6.00pm-10.00pm)
Public Holidays and Weekends (12.00 noon-3.00pm; 6.00pm-10.00pm)



As the place is fairly popular and tends to swarm with crowds, it is advisable to make reservations to avoid disappointments.

Definitely another option to add to Japanese food enthusiasts who just want endless fills of their favorite cuisine, over great conversations and environment.

Mitasu's Ala Carte Japanese Buffet has crept into everyone's heart, with an unpretentious menu and enjoyable ambiance, perfect to fulfill that Japanese craving in everyone!~ :-)



*This is not a sponsored post, and is based on personal experience and tastes*