Lance Thoo & Ain MataliThe fasting month of Ramadhan is upon us once again. And yes! We here at What’s Neue know what you’re all thinking: WHERE TO MAKAN?! Here is our comprehensive list of Sungkai buffets to hit this year!
For Those Who Miss Travelling
Enjoy a tour before your feast at Sungkai @ SkyLounge! (Photo: What’s Neue / Iqmal Janudin)
What’s special here? Before breaking your fast, you’ll be given an RB aircraft ground-tour from 4.30pm to 6.15pm. Sungkai buffet is curated by Savy’s with different menu options for each night.
What days? Thursdays to Saturdays over a period of 3 weeks, from April 22 onwards.
What time? 5.45pm to 8.30pm for Sungkai but you’ll be able to “check-in” at the premium counters between 4.30pm and 5.45pm.
How much? $38 (adult), $20 (child)
Contact details? 2212222. Note: Be prepared with details for each of your guests. (Required details: full name of all guests and valid choice of ID number – passport or Brunei identification card or drivers’ licence.)
Where? Brunei International Airport
Click here for more information on the curated menu.
For Meat Lovers
Oh! How we’ve missed eating lamb! According to local media, the shortage of food items such as lamb, chicken nuggets and sausages back then was due to local suppliers being unable to meet consumer demand, owing to several importation issues beyond their control. Thankfully those days are long behind us!
Tasek Brasserie
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What’s special here?
Their signature “Whole Roasted Lamb”. For every $50 spent, you’ll get a $5 voucher, whereas for every $100 spent, you’ll get a $10 voucher. The vouchers are only applicable from Mondays to Thursday (redeemable for the next visit).
What time? From 6.30pm to 9.30pm.
How much? Mondays to Thursday: $29 (adult), $14.50 (child, 4 to 11 years old) & Fridays to Sundays: $35 (adult), $17.40 ((child, 4 to 11 years old)
Contact details? 2244272.
Where? Radisson Hotel, Jalan Tasek 2203, Bandar Seri Begawan
Seri Damai Restaurant
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What’s special here? You can find a wide range of mouth-watering authentic Pakistani food!
How much? $16 (adult), $10 (kids)
Contact details? Kiulap – 2230356, 8654779 & Serusop – 2237722, 8669540
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Tandoor
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How much? $30.80 (adult), $16.80 (kids)
What time? 1st session – 6pm to 8pm, 2nd session – 8.15pm to 10.30pm.
Contact details? 2450182, 8298670, 8829495
Where? Unit Number 3 & 4 First Floor (BR Elite Upstairs) Bangunan Majid Mohamad Spg 235-7, Jln. Pasar Baharu, Gadong.
Area 8 Riverbank, Surf & Turf
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What’s special here? 12 hot dishes, 10 cold dishes. 3 action stations and a dessert bar. Daily lamb, chicken and beef mandi.
How much? Weekdays: $28 (adult), $15 (child) & Weekends: $32.80 (adult), $17.50 (child)
Contact details? For reservations, 7370123 or 2241846
Where? Unit 8, Block A, One Riverside, Jalan Gadong
Tacos! Tacos! Tacos!
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Ricardo’s is run by two passionate husband-and-wife chefs, Chef Hakeem and Chef Mari. Chef Mari is of Mexican descent and that itself is an advantage to them for serving Mexican food. Their restaurant offers a mix of traditional Mexican dishes and Tex-Mex dishes.
What’s special here? All you can eat tacos for just $20! You can also enjoy freeflow horchata!
What time? From 8pm to 11pm.
Contact details? WhatsApp 7363139
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Grill & Steamboat
For those who prefer to do their own cooking …
Seoul Garden
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How much? $18.50 (adult), $9.50 (child), $14.50 (senior citizens, 55 years and above)
What time? 1st seating at 6pm, 2nd seating at 8.30pm
Contact details? 2610263
Japanese Buffet
Did someone say, “All you can eat sushi?” Challenge accepted!
Misato
What’s special here? More than 60 items to chose from eat-all-you-can menu (from 1st day of Ramadhan to April 25) and Sungkai Buffet (from April 26 to last day of Ramadhan)
How much?
$20.90 (adult), $12.90 (child, 5 to 10 years old) for Eat-All-You-Can (from 1st day of Ramadhan to April 25)
$18.90 (adult), $10.90 (child, 5 to 10 years old) for Sungkai Buffet (from April 26 to last day of Ramadhan)
What time? From 5.45pm to 9pm
Contact details? 2241331 or 7191596 @ Mabohai Complex
Local favourites
No list would be complete without these local favourites. Eat until your heart is content with your family and friends. Early reservations are a must!
I-Lotus Restaurant
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What’s special here? Delightfully equipped with vibrant live stations and a spread of over 100 dishes for you to indulge in. The main course menu changes daily!
How much? $26.80 (adult), $15.8 (kids, 5 to 10 years old)
Contact details? 2422466/2440171 or 8714222.
Anjung Saujana Restaurant
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What’s special here? A Ramadhan Sungkai … at the airport!
How much? $33.90 (adult), $17.90 (child)
Contact details? 2331853
Where? Departure Hall, Level 1, Brunei International Airport
Atrium Cafe, The Empire Brunei
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What’s special here? Asian family-style service.
How much? $25 (per adult), $12.50 (per child)
What time? From 6pm to 9pm
Contact details? 2418888
Blue Restaurant
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What’s special here? Rich and flavourful Indian cuisine. Eat all you can varieties of Indian dishes, pizzas and Arabic desserts.
How much? $24 (adult), $12 (child), free for children below 5 years old.
Contact details? 2450458 or WhatsApp 8122283.
Where? Block C, Unit 19, Spg 493, Kg Beribi, Jalan Gadong
For Pizza & Pasta Lovers
Did you know that science suggests that foods like pizza and pasta are irresistible? And that’s why shaming people for eating them is foolish! Keep this in mind as you get your pizza and pasta fix at these locations.
Pizza Hut
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What’s special here? UNLIMITED pizza and pasta … need we say more?
Time? From 6pm to 9pm
How much? $20 (adult), $10 (kids)
Contact details? Drop a DM to @pizzahutbrunei
Where? Gadong, The Mall and Airport Mall branches.
Fratini’s Restaurant
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What’s special here? Unlimited Pizza & Pasta will be served to you fresh straight from their kitchen!
Time? From 6pm to 10.30pm
How much? $17.50 (adult), $9.50 (child, below 10 years old), free of charge for under 3 year olds. (Note: Portions are controlled to avoid wastage as there is a charge of $3 per 100g)
Contact details? Muara – 2334520 / 4530, Gadong – 2451200 / 1300, Sengkurong – 2672555, Seria – 3221055 / 1155, Kuala Belait – 3335050 / 5150
Sahur Buffet (11pm to 1.45am)
Dynasty Restaurant
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What’s special here? Sahur Buffet … nuff said!
How much? $23.90 (adult), $13.80 (child, 5-11 years old)
When? Available from the 2nd day of Ramadhan, from 11pm to 1.45am.
Contact details? 2430185/6
Where? Centre Point Hotel, Gadong
No Buffets Down Here, But That’s Okay
We here at What’s Neue didn’t forget about people who aren’t exactly into buffets. So here’s a list of restaurants that have prepped something special for the month of Ramadhan.
Tasconi’s Pizza
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What’s special here?
Ramadhan & Syawal Combos.
Ramadhan Doubles: $25 (2 Regular Pizza & 1 soft drink 1.5L)
Combo 1: $21.90 (1 Regular Pizza, 1 Regular Roll & 1 soft drink 1.5L)
Combo 2: $45.90 (1 Large Pizza, 1 Large Roll & 2 sets chicken wings)
Contact details? 2334999/2335222 (Berakas)
Margherita Pizzeria
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What’s special here?
10% off pickup order for Ramadan period with no minimum orders.
Contact details?
Mata-Mata : 2457707 / 8688884
One Riverside : 2221030 / 7337423
Jerudong : 2418022 / 7345448
Burgers & Grills
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Address: Jalan Tengah Seria, Pekan Seria
What’s special here? A twist in the local chicken rice, plenty of milo goodness to wash it down with and curly fries to fill that extra bit of space in the tummy. Available from April 14, 2021 until the end of Ramadhan.
How much? $8.90
Contact details? 3221434
La Mee Restaurant
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What’s special here? Set meals inclusive of complimentary Kurma (dates) and dessert of the day.
How much? Small Set A (2-3 pax) $33.80, Small Set B (2-3 pax) $48.80, Family Set A (4-6 pax)$55.80, Family Set B (4-6 pax) $78.80 & Jumbo Set (7-10 pax) $148.80.
Contact details? 2430113 / 2340112
Swensen’s
What’s special here? You can find ULTIMATE platters here.
How much?
Platter A – $150 (Half BBQ Chicken, Lamb Stew & Garlic Bread, Grilled Garlic Butter Prawns & Mussels, Sirloin Steak, Fresh Garden Salad, Corn & Spring Vegetables)
Platter B – $120 (Smoked BBQ Wings, Beef Bourguignon, Soft Shell Crab, Piri Piri Salmon, Corn & Spring Vegetables)
Platter C – $100 (Piri Piri Chicken, Tomato Mussel Pot, Breaded Fish, Spaghetti Aglio Olio, Corn & Spring Vegetable, Cheesy Meatballs)
Contact details? Gadong – 2451864, WhatsApp 8139000 & Sengkruong – 2662264, WhatsApp 8175888
Excapade
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What’s special here?
Takeaway Promo – During the month of Ramadhan, Excapade Privilege cardholders are entitled to 20% discount for TAKEAWAYS from 11am – 4pm at all branches in Brunei. No minimum spending. *All payments must be made over-the-counter within the promotion time frame. (Not applicable for online transfers, sushi boats, party sets or airflown premium products)
Sahur Promo – From 19th April till the end of the fasting month, Excapade Privilege cardholders are entitled to 20% discount for DINE-IN only from 12am – 2am at selected branches (Kiulap 2, Serusop, Bunut). No minimum spending. *All orders & payments must be made at the premises within the promotion time frame. (Not applicable for advanced orders, online transfers, sushi boats, party sets or airflown premium products)
Contact details? Drop a DM to @excapade
t-Lounge by Dilmah
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What’s special here? For $29.90 only, enjoy some handmade nachos, chicken boxing, onion rings, veggie shots, potato wedges as well as egg sandwiches (good for 3-4pax). You’ll also get a complimentary jug of iced tea.
Operating hours during Ramadhan?
1st week – 12pm until 10pm
2nd week onwards – 12pm until 12 midnight.
Flour & Butter
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What’s special here? Ramadhan Shellout with a twist of choice of sauces. Comes with a surprise sweet ending!
How much? $30/pax with 15% discount
Contact details? 242 2323
Address: 10 Jalan Menglait (Located near Le Apple Bakery)
What’s Neue With You?
Did your favourite restaurant make it to our list? Do you have any other places you’d like to recommend? Drop a comment below or reach out to us on social media.
(*Note: This list was last updated on April 24, 2021)