Hubby and I were planning a one-night staycation at Mercure ICON Singapore City Centre. We needed lunch before checking in, and since we hadn’t had Korean BBQ in ages, a quick Google search brought up Danji Korean BBQ Buffet. Made a reservation and off we went.
First Impressions at Danji Korean BBQ Buffet
The warm Korean lady boss greeted us right at the entrance. She ushered us to our table immediately without verifying our reservation—we were the only ones who’d bothered to book. Hubby joked we were probably the ‘youngest’ customers there. He wasn’t wrong. The place was packed with seniors, which makes sense. Those above 65 get 50% off weekday lunch. That’s just $11.50++ per person. Absolute steal.
Regular weekday lunch goes for $23++ per person. Weekday dinner, weekends, and public holidays cost $32++ per person.
What’s On Offer
The weekday lunch spread isn’t massive. Missing items like ribeye, prawns, fried chicken, bossam, and tteokbokki. Want those? Come for dinner or on weekends.
Cooked Dishes Worth Trying
Two soups sit at the buffet line—kimchi and seaweed. The kimchi soup’s the sour type, really appetising. Gets your taste buds going. The seaweed soup comes loaded with actual seaweed.
The pajeon deserves special mention. Fresh batches come out with crispy edges and proper seasoning. Easily one of the better Korean pancakes I’ve had at a buffet.
Japchae’s nicely done too. Good sesame oil fragrance, properly seasoned. White rice available if you need it. Fruit options include sliced oranges and watermelon cubes.
There’s chilled macaroni salad and mashed potato, though both lean slightly sweet.
Plain water, hot water, and mocha sachets are free.
Other drinks sit in the fridge but cost extra.
Melona ice cream goes for $1 each.
The BBQ Experience at Danji Korean BBQ Buffet
Here’s where Danji Korean BBQ Buffet really shines. They provide two types of kimchi—fresh and sour. The fresh one’s my favourite. Crunchy texture, pairs beautifully with grilled meats.
Pickled radish comes in large, thin slices. Really good. They also provide whole green chillies. Not spicy at all, acts more like a palate cleanser.
Meat Selection
In the chiller: frozen beef brisket and pork collar. Outside: pork belly, garlic pork, spicy pork, beef bulgogi, spicy chicken.
Our top picks? Brisket, pork belly, and spicy pork. Went back for seconds on all three.
Fish fillet’s available but we skipped it. Squid rings exist but don’t bother—frozen, tasteless variety.
What Makes Their BBQ Setup Better
Danji uses non-stick pans that tilt slightly. All the rendered oil flows into a side dish. Smart design.
They don’t use parchment paper like many Korean BBQ places. I prefer this. Meats get a proper charred surface, taste much better.
When the pan surface gets dirty, staff come round to scrape off residue. Clean surface for your next grilling session. Really appreciate this attention to detail.
Room for Improvement
Beverage selection could expand. Would love iced green tea, barley tea, or even tea bags instead of just instant mocha sachets.
No extractor fans at individual tables. Surprisingly, the interior doesn’t feel or smell smoky. Didn’t leave reeking of BBQ smoke, which is a win.
Final Thoughts on Danji Korean BBQ Buffet
Solid value for weekday lunch at Danji Korean BBQ Buffet. Meats taste good, condiments complement well, service stays excellent throughout. The non-stick pan setup and attentive staff make the experience smoother than most buffet joints.
Will I return? Absolutely. When that Korean BBQ craving hits again, Danji’s going on the list. The seniors know what’s up—there’s a reason they’ve claimed this spot as their lunch haunt. 🙂