Suki-Ya — Restaurant in Kuala Lumpur

🐣 First Time at Suki-ya: Is It Really Worth the Hype?

🐣 I’ve always wondered what the deal was with Suki-ya. I mean, why do people willingly wait in such long lines for steamboat? Especially when there are so many other places offering the same hotpot concept. So finally, I gave it a try and now I get it. Totally get it. 😄

🐣 Yep, we had to queue for quite a while too. But honestly? It didn’t feel that long. We were so caught up chatting and joking around that time just flew. At one point, we even forgot we were waiting! 😂

🐣 While you're in line, the staff will come by to check how many people are in your group and what kind of menu you’d like. Once it’s your turn, they’ll lead you to your table—which is pre-assigned. Even though the place has a lot of seating, the line just never seemed to stop moving. It was packed and buzzing inside super lively and full of energy.

🐣 We went for two soup bases: the original and the spicy one (though tbh, the "spicy" didn’t taste spicy at all at least not for my tastebuds! 😅). We ordered beef and lamb, and let me tell you every slice was paper-thin and incredibly tender. Even with just a quick dip in the broth, the meat practically melted in your mouth. We breezed through 10 plates like it was nothing!

🐣 Drinks? Free refills. ✅ 🐣 Dessert? Ice cream, cereal, and fruit for a sweet little wrap-up. ✅ 🐣 Extras? A sushi station, a variety of fresh veggies, and a build-your-own sauce bar. ✅✅

🐣 They give you 120 minutes to eat, which is honestly more than enough… unless you get carried away chatting like we did. It’s one of those places where you’re just vibing with good food and good company and suddenly, boom, 10 plates gone and you’re somehow still eating. 😂

🐣 So, was it worth the hype? 100% yes. Perfect spot for catching up, laughing way too loud, and eating way too much without even realizing it. Would I go again? Absolutely. But next time, I’m showing up early to beat...

Suki-Ya A Hot Pot Haven for Food Lovers

If you’re a fan of hot pot dining, Suki-Ya is one of those places that immediately makes it to your must-try list. Known for its “All You Can Eat” shabu-shabu concept, Suki-Ya combines quality ingredients, comforting flavors, and a cozy dining atmosphere that’s perfect for any occasion.

One of the things I love about Suki-Ya is the variety of soup bases you can choose from. Whether you’re into something light and clear or rich and flavorful, there’s an option to match your mood. Personally, I enjoy trying a mix of broths—it’s fun to cook different ingredients and see how the flavors change.

The meat selection is a big highlight here. Thinly sliced beef, chicken, and lamb are served fresh and ready for you to cook just the way you like. The quality is consistent, and it cooks quickly in the simmering broth, making every bite tender and delicious. Pair that with the fresh vegetables from the salad bar, along with mushrooms, tofu, and noodles, and you’ve got a satisfying, balanced meal.

Another thing worth mentioning is their sauce station. From savory to slightly sweet and tangy, you can mix and match to create your own perfect dipping sauce. It adds a fun, interactive element to the experience and makes each bite taste a little different.

The atmosphere at Suki-Ya is casual yet cozy, making it great for both family dinners and catching up with friends. The staff are attentive, quick to refill your plates, and always ready to help if you need anything.

Overall, Suki-Ya delivers on both quality and value. If you love the idea of cooking your own food in a flavorful broth, having endless refills, and enjoying a variety of fresh ingredients, this is definitely a place to visit.

Would I go back? Absolutely. It’s one of those restaurants that feels like a warm, hearty...

Invited by a friend, we went to this place on Thursday lunch around 1:30pm. There were several people waiting in a line and it took maybe 20 minutes to get a table.

While we were waiting, they asked you what type of soup you want to try this time. There were Shabu Shabu (clear soup) sukiyaki (soy base), miso, mala miso (spicy) and tomato. Maybe there was one more, but I forgot. We chose sukiyaki and miso. To be honest, do NOT choose miso soup. It tasted like “powdery”. I don’t think it’s worth the money as a flavor. But sukiyaki based soup was great, I would definitely go back to that! Tomato soup sounds interesting if you are in a healthy mode. I should try Shabu Shabu soup next time.

Basic system was all you can eat. For meat, you have to order to the waiter as you go. We probably order more than 10 beef and 10 lamb tray.

There were counter of many types of vegetables, meat balls and sauce and herbs.

Do NOT miss the sauce counter. You can mix and choose what flavor you want to make. I made: Sesame oil, wafu dashi sauce, garlic and green onions Ponzu, daikon purée, ginger

These combinations were definitely plus to the flavor. There were green chili if you like spicy, and sesame dressing if you enjoy more soothing flavor.

Vegetables were fresh and they were adding sushi assortments to the menu as well.

I thought the cost performance was great in this place. I would definitely recommend here if you are hungry and ready to EAT. It is also attractive that you can try different soup base so the dining experience will be so different every time.

I would give 5 stars to this experience. One of the places you...