Kiwami launches all-you-can-eat ramen buffet at VivoCity for S$28.80

With plenty of weekday lunch deals around, good-value dinner options can be harder to come by — but here’s one worth checking out: A ramen buffet.

Kiwami: Teppan, Ramen & Gyoza Bar at VivoCity has launched its ramen buffet, a concept that first debuted at its Guoco Tower outlet last year.

Known for its rich tonkotsu broth simmered for hours and springy Hokkaido-style noodles, Kiwami has built a following for its comforting, fuss-free bowls — now taken up a notch with an all-you-can-eat format that lets you go all-in.

Tucked further within the mall, near its Sentosa-facing exit, Kiwami’s VivoCity outpost leans into a cosy, Japanese-inspired vibe, with warm wood accents and a simple, minimalist interior.

All-you-can-eat deal

This all-you-can-eat buffet features over 25 items, spanning noodles, rice dishes, sides, drinks, and desserts, priced at S$28.80 per person.

It runs from Monday to Friday from 5pm, with a 90-minute dining limit and last orders at 9.30pm. 

Do note that it is not available on public holidays or special occasions, though.

You’ll find eight noodle options — including both ramen and mazesoba — alongside two rice dishes, nine sides, a gyoza option, four drinks, and ice cream to finish. 

Orders are placed via a paper sheet. You can go for as much as you’d like each round, but do note there’s a small fee for unfinished food.

Mains are served in half-sized portions, making it easy to sample a bit of everything, without filling up too quickly.

Out of all the ramen options, the premium Kiwami tonkotsu ramen and premium red tonkotsu ramen stood out the most. The latter is a spicier take on the original, but both deliver on that rich, comforting flavour the brand is known for.

The broth is hearty and well-rounded, with a deep umami richness that isn’t overly heavy, while the noodles have a satisfying bite — making each bowl easy to go back to, even in a buffet setting.

Other ramen options include the premium black tonkotsu, premium mala, premium yuzu, and premium miso. 

The mala version stands out as an interesting take, with a light, fragrant spice that adds depth without being too overpowering.

For dry noodles, there was the chicken nanban mazesoba and original mazesoba. Both share the same base, with the former topped with fried chicken and tartar sauce.

The noodles come tossed with a mix of egg yolk, spring onions, seaweed, wood ear mushrooms, and crunchy bits, all coming together for a savoury, umami-packed bowl. The chicken was well-fried — crispy on the outside and juicy within.

If you’re looking to switch things up, there are rice options, too. Choose between the Japanese fried rice and cha shu fried rice — both share the same base, with the latter tossed with pieces of cha shu for added savoury depth.

On the sides front, there’s a selection of nine options, namely Hokkaido organic potato, Hokkaido organic potato with mentaiko cheese mayo, age tofu, truffle edamame, chicken karaage, tebasaki (chicken wings), kawaebi (river shrimp), plant-based truffle katsu, and Japanese egg salad. 

To get your money’s worth, it’s best to load up on the protein options such as the chicken karaage and tebasaki — both crispy, juicy, and easy crowd-pleasers.

For something lighter, the truffle edamame and Japanese egg salad are great picks, too.

Of course, its gyoza is not to be missed. It’s pan-fried to a golden crisp, with a juicy, flavourful filling.

Drinks-wise, there are four options: Orange Crush, yuzu honey (available hot or cold), cranberry lemonade, and genmai tea (also available hot or cold). 

The orange Crush and yuzu honey are fizzy, refreshing picks, while the genmai tea is an easy, comforting choice.

To round things off, ice cream is available for dessert. There’s a rotating selection of flavours —  when we visited, it was mixed berry and lime.

If you’re in the area — or simply craving a comforting bowl of ramen — this buffet deal is worth checking out!

For more on what to eat, check out new openings in April, and Pour.traits Coffee Roasters at Clarke Quay.