Unlimited Japanese Buffet in Century Tsukiji for Only P1,199

If you're a fan of Japanese cuisine and looking for a place to satisfy your cravings, then Century Tsukiji Restaurant in Malate, Manila is the place to be. This restaurant is known for its authentic Japanese dishes and offers a variety of options for food enthusiasts. One of its most popular offerings is their buffet, which is perfect for those who want to try different Japanese dishes. In this blog post, we'll explore more about what to expect in the buffet, how much it costs, and how to locate the restaurant.



Buffet rates in Century Tsukiji
At Century Tsukiji Restaurant, their buffet rates vary depending on the day. On weekdays, you can enjoy their buffet for only P1,199 per person, while on weekends and holidays, their buffet is priced at P1,399 per person. This is based on the latest quote as of March 1, 2023. It's best to call the restaurant to confirm the rates, as this may change through time.

Note: At the time of our dining, the rate back then was just P999 for the weekday lunch buffet. I haven't checked back again whether their had been upgrades as to the offering, but the current promo posters say that they did add more dishes.

Interior of the Century Tsukiji Restaurant, Century Park Hotel

Available Dishes in Century Tsukiji

Century Tsukiji offers a wide variety of Japanese dishes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. From sushi to tempura, Century Tsukiji Restaurant has most of our regular cravings covered. They also have a selection of hot dishes such as teriyaki chicken, katsu, okonomiyaki and beef tenderloin teppanyaki (freshly cooked upon request). If you're a seafood lover, you'll definitely enjoy their fresh sashimi and grilled seafood dishes. And of course, no Japanese buffet experience would be complete without some matcha Japanese ice cream.

There is a dedicated room in Century Tsukiji for its sashimi, sushi and rolls

At the time of our visit, about 12:30 PM, most of the rolls were already consumed, and we have to wait for about 10-15 minutes before they were replenished. Hence, I personally suggest that you be there as close as the opening of the buffet which is 11:00 PM for lunch and 5:00 PM for dinner. 

The quality of the sashimi are reasonably fresh. There are portions/cuts that are of higher grade or quality, so it really depends on the timing, and if ever you'll get to have dibs on those slices. 

Plate of sashimi from the buffet of Century Tsukiji Restaurant

Of course for us Filipinos, one of the most-eyed dish is the tempura. Hence, to cater to this craving, Century Tsukiji dedicated a tempura station. The best part was that there was abundance in its availability. Each time I passed by the station, there was always tempura available for me to take. I give this a thumbs up! 

There's more to tempura in this station. You'll also find some pork katsu, fish cutlets, vegetable tempura and karaage among others



The tempura was of great quality that is further enhanced by the delectable blend of the sauce. 

An extra thing that I noted here in Century Tsukiji was the okonomiyaki selection. The dishes were very authentic and generous with the ingredients. Take the vegetable okonomiyaki for example, it had bountiful vegies in each bite. 



🍢Beef Teppanyaki - a must try!

Although I wasn't able to take a photo for evidence, one of the peak moments I had in Century Tsukiji was the beef teppanyaki which you may ask the chef to prepare for you, with the rareness of your choice. I suggest you go for the medium rare. The beef cube melts in the mouth, and I made 3 trips. That was how good it was! 



Last and possibly the least interesting section was the desserts. Although there were a handful of choices, none of them really stood out, and nothing really represents Japanese cuisine well. Thankfully, you can request for Japanese ice cream, and thankfully that did the trick for us! 

Overall, Century Tsukiji Restaurant's buffet is definitely a must-try for anyone who loves to binge eat Japanese cuisine. With its relatively affordable rates and quality of dishes, you'll surely have a great dining experience. Previously the price was very much worth the buck back when it was less than P1,000 for lunch. Right now, I haven't re-visited whether the current experience justifies the increase in the rate. Hence, feel free to drop your insights by commenting on this post. Once I visit again, I'll definitely update this post. 

How to get to Century Tsukiji Restaurant?

Century Tsukiji Restaurant is located along P. Ocampo Street, formerly Vito Cruz. If you're commuting, you can take the LRT-1 and drop off at the United Nations Station. From there, you can take a jeepney or a tricycle and tell the driver to drop you off at the Century Park Hotel. Just in case you are in the mood for a walk, it is about 450 meters (or approximately 15 minutes) away from the station

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Century Tsukiji

Century Park Hotel, 599 Ocampo St, Malate, Manila, 1004 Metro Manila

Reservation No: 09175285888

Operating Hours: 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM (Lunch) and 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM (Dinner)

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