Firing Up the Teppanyaki Grill at Yurakuen's Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki

I've been going back since my first Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki experience at Yurakuen some three years back, and it just keeps getting better...

The Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki at Yurakuen in Diamond Hotel remains one of the best deals this side of the metro where you get front row seats to an epic feast prepared right in front you. From fresh seafood to savory premium beef, lamb, pork and chicken all prepared on the teppan grill, it's one dining experience that will have you coming back for seconds and a repeat performance at Yurakuen.   

Jen and Chef Adrian (L)  took care of us that evening (for more on Yurakuen, see my earlier posts, Playing with Fire: Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki at Yurakuen and Indulge: All-You-Can-Eat Teppanyaki at Diamond Hotel's Yurakuen, and Paradise Found: A Culinary Haven for Japanese Cuisine at Yurakuen on their signature a la carte dishes)...

...starting with fresh Salmon and Crab Stick Sashimi and the Tempura Temaki Sushi before the Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki feast at Yurakuen. Diners can enjoy a variety of Sashimi including Tuna, Red Snapper, Cuttlefish and Mackerel, or Sushi like Tuna, Crab Stick, Mackerel, Flying Fish Roe, Salmon, Egg and Shrimp. Makizushi? Choose from California Roll, Tuna Spicy Roll, and Tempura Roll. If you prefer the Temaki Sushi, options include the California, Tempura, Tuna, and Salmon. And the best part? You can enjoy as much as you want. And that's just for starters. Add Yurakuen's signature Salads to your feast like the Crab Stick, Garden or Chukka Wakame and a comforting bowl of Soup like Miso, Egg and Seaweed to get your Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki feast at Yurakuen off to a great start.

Chef Adrian then preps the teppan grill for the first few courses for another masterful performance at Yurakuen. The theatrical and entertaining performance adds to your dining experience at Yurakuen, with your dishes prepared right in front of you. Like a fiery light and sound show, the sight and fragrant aroma combine for a sensory experience like no other, triggering your appetite  for the coming feast.

The sound of metal on metal kicks off the performance for a fiery start as Chef Adrian grills the first of many courses with Yurakuen's popular Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki feast. Swift yet deliberate moves become a blur as Chef Adrian seasons the grill for the first pair of seafood dishes...

...with fresh Tiger Shrimps and succulent US Scallops.

The sizzling sound of scallops and the fragrant aroma of butter and garlic come together with the first of many courses at Yurakuen's Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki...

...as Tiger shrimps join the fray on the teppan grill.

All it takes is a few minutes...

...and the first pair of seafood courses are done with a delicate sear...

...and served on your plate. The briny sweetness of the scallops and shrimps bursts in your mouth with its fresh and clean notes followed by bold hints of garlic to complete the flavors. Richly seasoned with salt and pepper without overwhelming the delicate flavors of the seafood, each bite drapes the palate with upfront notes. And you want more. Other fresh seafood selections at Yurakuen's Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki include Red Snapper, Tuna, Mackerel, Salmon, and Squid.

In between bites, why not have some Cold Soba Noodles? You can also enjoy your Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki at Yurakuen with other noodles dishes like Yaki Soba, Yaki Udon and Cold Udon Noodles. And the best part? It's all-inclusive with the Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki deal at Yurakuen. Along with the Sushi and Sashimi. And soup and salad. And fresh fruit juices too. Now that's a cool deal.

But things get serious for the next round of savory courses, starting with the US Beef Short Ribs...

...as all eyes are drawn to the teppan grill once more. The show never stops at Yurakuen's Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki, and Chef Adrian completes the second act...

...quickly followed by a third act with US Beef Top Sirloin. The slabs of beef gently sizzle on the teppan grill, aggressively seasoned with salt and pepper and bits of garlic before being served on your plate.  

Premium beef, served fresh from the grill, it just doesn't get better than that. The first few bites immediately satisfies, layering your palate with a savory richness. Which means only one thing, you'll need some Japanese Fried Rice. Fast. And Chef Adrian quickly prepares a bowl. Seafood, Beef, or Mixed Fried Rice? 

Pair your teppanyaki dishes with Assorted Vegetables, fresh from the teppan grill. It's a performance that goes on as far as your appetite, which is why Yurakuen's Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki has been a favorite for years.

And there's more. The Grilled Beef Shabu-Shabu is another tasty option at Yurakuen Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki, tender thinly sliced beef with bold beefy flavors. Paired with a rich and flavorful sauce, it's another teppanyaki favorite at Yurakuen. More Seafood Fried Rice? Absolutely. Other tasty options include US Beef Tenderloin, Baby Lamb Chop, Pork Tenderloin, and Chicken Thighs. And you can have them all. As much as you want. 

One more round of US Scallops for the road, and another memorable Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki dining experience at Yurakuen reaches the finale...

...with dessert. Homemade Ice Cream from Diamond Hotel caps our Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki feast (you just have to try the Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream). And you can have another scoop. And another. Other sweet options include seasonal fresh fruits and Hot Sweet Red Beans. I'll have another scoop of the Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream. The Eat-All-You-Can Teppanyaki at Yurakuen remains one of the best deals this side of the metro, and you can indulge in an epic teppanyaki dining experience for only only P 2,980 net per person on Weekdays (Monday to Thursday) and P 3,300 net per person on Weekends (Friday to Sunday and Holidays). Jen and Chef Adrian are ready for the next performance at Yurakuen...

Yurakuen is located at Diamond Hotel Philippines, Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos Street, Manila or call 528-3000 extension 1121 for inquiries and reservations.

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