Can you eat this Surabaya Japanese buffet out of business for 110,000 Rupiah? I only recommend these meats!
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2026-02-01
For just over 110,000 Rupiah, is Surabaya's Mr. Sumo AYCE worth it? This review spills all the secrets! Discover how to conquer this BBQ and hotpot buffet with a generous 120-minute dining time. The key is to focus on the marinated beef and chicken while skipping the questionable seafood. With a huge dessert bar, a kids' play area, and tips for avoiding pitfalls, this guide helps you get the best value for your money at this popular spot.
Whenever someone asks for a good value AYCE in Surabaya, Mr. Sumo is always on the list. It's just a little over 110,000 Rupiah per person[1], with unlimited BBQ and hotpot, sounds Mantap! But the biggest fear with places like this is having too many pitfalls, so today, I'll personally go to check it out for you all.
Immersive"Battle" Experience
Stepping inside, wow, the place is really huge, packed with people, perfect for a big group of friends to Nongkrong. The lighting is a bit dim, but it creates a nice ambiance, haha. The best part is that there's even a kids' play area[2], families with kids can totally relax, this definitely deserves a thumbs up👍.
The best thing is, while other AYCE places rush you with 90 minutes, this one gives a full 120 minutes[3], so you can grill and eat slowly, totally Chill! As for the meat selection, focusing on beef and chicken slices is the way to go. The various marinades taste pretty good[4]. The sizzling sound on the grill, and the aroma filling the air, who can resist that!
Don't rush off after finishing your BBQ, their dessert and drink area is simply another happy planet. Cakes, ice cream, puddings, various teas, sodas... so many options it'll trigger your decision paralysis[5], definitely enough to satisfy your second stomach.
Let's Be Honest: Pitfall Warning!
Of course, I'm not blindly praising it. Listen to my advice: be careful with the seafood section! I took some squid, and the texture and taste... anjay, it's hard to describe, it didn't feel very fresh[6]. And the beef soup base, it was really bland like water, felt like they forgot to add salt, I had to rely entirely on my own sauce concoctions to save it[7]. So don't set your expectations too high, after all, the price reflects that.
For Veterans Only · Pitfall Avoidance Guide
Finally, here are some practical tips for you girls, you're welcome!
- Core Strategy: Focus on beef and chicken slices! Repeat, focus on beef and chicken! Take other things as you like, but don't have high hopes for seafood.
- Get There Early: If you want to eat well, you must go early, otherwise, during peak hours, popular meats are refilled incredibly slowly[8]!
- Birthday Perks: Girls celebrating their birthday are in luck! The restaurant might give you a free cake, and staff will sing you a birthday song, the service is quite thoughtful[9].
- Grill Choice: Note! This Merr branch mostly uses electric grills. If you're a die-hard charcoal BBQ fan, you'll have to go to their Margorejo branch[10].
- For ~110k IDR/person, get all-you-can-eat BBQ & hotpot with a generous 120-minute dining limit to truly Chill![1][2]
- Spacious venue with a hidden children's play area! Parents can unwind while you Nongkrong with friends![3]
- Beyond the BBQ, their dessert & drink bar is epic! From cakes & ice cream to teas, so many choices you'll get decision paralysis![4]
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