So on our way down from the Penang National Park, me and darl started discussions on what and where to eat. At that time we already had an energy bar and 100-plus each. I had no idea on what to eat and darl suddenly came up with the idea of having a buffet lunch at one of the hotels along Batu Feringghi. Buffet is ALWAYS one of my favourites! And with my hungry stomach now, there is no reason to say no! :D
He initially suggested Shangri-La’s Rasa Sayang Resort and Spa. But as we drove along, we came by Parkroyal and thought, maybe we should try it here. I went down to their restaurant, Tamarind Brasserie, and was told that they were having a conference and we may join in for the buffet at RM50++ per pax. Sounds like ‘tumpang-ing‘? Well, after looking at the dishes they served, we decided to go for it. :)
Darl was complaining about what I got here. For him, buffet should never ever serve rice. But I had my reason for this. Here in this plate we have Japanese Tofu, broccoli, wedges, and a little bit of fried rice.
Now here is the reason I took some rice along. They served beef and squid with sauce, curry chicken, and crackers. I just wanted some rice to go with the sauce. :) The beef was nice, the squid was nice, the curry chicken was also nice, even the crackers were nice!
Smoked salmon and some cold dishes. Both nice!
Now this is the best part. Grilled fish and beef. You get to choose the pieces that you want and pass to the chef, and he’ll grill them up for you. The beef was extremely tender, with a nice aroma that didn’t cover the taste of the beef itself. Both of us took about 20+ pieces in total. :) Of course the fish was nice too. But we, especially darl, is a die-hard beef person. :D
Some of the appetisers. I’m normally not a big fan of appetiser but each and every piece that you can see in the photo tasted really good.
The outdoor Balinese setting of the hotel and the restaurant itself.
By the time we finished our meal, we were already planning to ask for more info on their buffet dinner. Seriously, the food really tasted above average and I really don’t mind paying for a buffet dinner if it cost, say, less than RM100. And it turns out their Seafood buffet dinner on Saturday night cost RM98++, with 20% off if you are using a UOB credit card. :D Since darl was still talking about the grilled beef this morning, I’m pretty sure that we are going back there very soon. :)
