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Shabu Sai @ Tampines 1

3.9(496)on Google$$japanesetampines

10 Tampines Central 1, #02-04, Singapore 529536

Shabu Sai @ Tampines 1 serves Japanese cuisine in the Tampines neighbourhood at 10 Tampines Central 1. Located in the mall's second floor, this mid-range establishment draws visitors seeking traditional Japanese dining experiences.

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryWheelchair accessible

Opening Hours

Today (Thursday)11:30 AM – 10:00 PM

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STAMPEDE Score

Moderate confidence
C+Worth a visit

Score: 60 / 100

Atmosphere30
Queue wait60
Food quality70
Value for money75

Based on 5 data points · Updated 1 month ago

Editor’s Note

Last updated 21 Jul 2026

Our take: Shabu Sai at Tampines 1 offers an all-you-can-eat shabu-shabu experience that generally provides good value, especially for its lunch buffet.

We note the unlimited meat selection is considered decent for the price, complemented by a wide array of fresh vegetables and mushrooms.

The buffet also includes a thick and flavorful Japanese curry rice, though some find it a little oily.

Soup bases like tomato and Tonkotsu are highlighted for their variety and taste.

However, we observe a significant concern regarding hygiene, with one report of a cockroach sighting on a table, which was not promptly or adequately addressed by staff.

Service consistency is also a point of contention; while some staff are friendly and efficient, others can be inattentive, particularly with soup refills.

The 70-minute dining limit, which realistically translates to about an hour of actual eating time due to hotpot setup, can feel rushed.

We think it's a reliable option for an affordable, casual hotpot meal, but be prepared for potential service inconsistencies and a tight dining window.

Best for those prioritising budget and variety over a leisurely, premium experience.

Signature

Japanese curry rice

Best time

lunch

Wait time

expect crowds during peak hours

Price

$$ ($22.99+/person)

Score: 60 · 5 sources

What customers say

Shabu Sai at Tampines 1 is generally well-regarded for its affordable all-you-can-eat hotpot buffet, offering decent quality meats, a good variety of vegetables, and flavorful Japanese curry rice, though the 70-minute time limit can feel rushed.

While some customers praise the friendly and efficient staff, particularly Aifang, others report inconsistent service and difficulties getting soup refills.

A significant concern raised is a hygiene issue involving a cockroach sighting, which was not adequately resolved by staff.

value for money buffettime limit constraintsinconsistent service/staff attentivenessfood quality and varietyhygiene concerns
60% positive20% neutral20% negative

Google Reviews

★★★★★Emman Reyes· a month ago

The food at Shabu Sai is so delicious that I keep coming back from the Philippines just to eat here. I also want to give a special thanks to Aifang for being so kind and friendly to us. Excellent food…

★★★★Kanok Chong· 3 months ago

Quality of meal are not that great contains a lot of fats. Ice cream is super delicious. Lunch on weekdays is at affordable price.

★★★★Wesley Wong· 10 months ago

The Shabu Sai branch at Tampines 1 has been around for quite some time, and it continues to attract steady crowds, especially during peak hours. If you want a more relaxed dining experience, I recomme…

★★★★Xoctopus· 6 months ago

We visited the outlet at Tampines 1 on 31 Dec 5.30pm - to our horror, a cockroach came crawling unto the table. It crawled across the table where all our food were, unto the sofa chair as well. There…

★★★★GA YA· 9 months ago

Very simple but fresh food. It’s a no fuss all you can eat in 1 hour. All by all a good experience for a reasonable price

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