THE inclusion of a Japanese section at a buffet spread is to be expected these days. Having an entire spread of Japanese food, however, offers a rather unique and immersive experience. While the smorgasbord is described as a buffet, diners at Taka by Origin in Kuala Lumpur can still have made-to-order dishes based on a set price.
Taka owner Fred Foo said each dish would be served fresh and hot under the “all-you-can-eat” promotion. There are over 130 pork-free dishes to choose from and for most platters, there is no limit to the number of dishes one can order. “Besides a couple of dishes that we limit per table due to availability, diners can try out as many dishes as they would like to, or stick to a few that they like.
“Our unique selling point is that we offer premium ingredients like salmon belly and scallops at a reasonable price. Grilled eel in the Stamina Roll is glazed with a sweet and savoury sauce. “The price is also predetermined so that you won’t be caught unawares,” he said.
Foo added that there would be a wastage charge of RM60 for every 100g of leftovers. This is to encourage the practice of being mindful of food quantity ordered. Diners will certainly not be short-changed as there is variety ranging from salads to small bites including sashimi and nigiri sushi, as well as various rice and meat platters.
From the various sashimi we sampled, we liked the fresh and smooth taste of the thick-cut sake toro (salmon belly), sake (salmon) and maguro (tun.