Hello ๐๏ธ๐๏ธ! Today, Iโm excited to share my experience at the QWACHI Restaurant breakfast buffet at the Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa. For me, breakfast is the highlight of any hotel stay, and QWACHI did not disappoint. Designed as a โBuffet & Grillโ concept, it offers a variety of Okinawan specialties. From freshly grilled hamburger patties to DIY spam musubi, taco rice, and Okinawan Blue Seal ice cream, thereโs a range of delicious options. Hereโs an in-depth look!
Introduction to QWACHI Restaurant at Oriental Hotel Okinawa
The hotel offers breakfast at three locations: QWACHI, Jinanbo Restaurant, and the Club Lounge (for Club Room guests). During my two-night stay, I tried both QWACHI and the Club Lounge and was highly satisfied with both. If youโre booking a stay, Iโd recommend including breakfast or booking a Club Room for access to the lounge. ๐๐
What Does โQWACHIโ Mean?
Interesting note: QWACHI means โfestivalโ in Okinawan, and it serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets. So even if youโre not planning to have breakfast, you can enjoy a meal there during your stay.
Breakfast Options at Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa
Breakfast is available in three ways: dining at the restaurant, a breakfast box, or a takeaway option. Pre-order the breakfast box by 8 PM the day before, or choose a takeaway box to enjoy your meal comfortably in your room if you prefer a quieter setting.
QWACHI Breakfast Buffet Cost and Hours
The buffet costs 3,600 yen per adult and is open from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM (last order at 10:00). I visited during a peak time, so there was a short 10-minute wait. The waiting system was efficient, allowing me to explore nearby shops while my number was called.
QWACHI Restaurant Atmosphere and Seating
QWACHI seats up to 346 guests (including 114 additional spaces), offering a spacious, high-ceilinged, and well-designed dining area. The tables are large with ample spacing, ensuring a comfortable dining experience.
Dining Experience and Food Selection at QWACHI Restaurant
The first thing that caught my eye was the colorful donut display. The โdonut wallโ was beautifully arranged, with a variety of flavors that instantly drew me in. I found it especially fun watching kids decide on their favorite flavors.
Local Okinawan Ingredients and Specialties
QWACHIโs buffet is known for its extensive use of local Okinawan ingredients. Alongside popular dishes from the Oriental Hotel brand, there are numerous live cooking stations featuring Okinawan specialties. Thereโs also an โisland porkโ section with a locally popular breakfast steak.
Mini Hamburger Station at QWACHI Restaurant
One of the highlights was the mini hamburger corner. Reflecting Okinawaโs American influence, these burgers are made fresh with patties grilled to order. The aroma of grilling patties filled the air, sparking my appetite the moment I stepped inside.
DIY Stations and Fresh Juice Bar
The live station for truffle eggs benedict, DIY taco rice, and spam musubi was also a hit. For the musubi, guests can grill their own seaweed on charcoal and choose toppings to customize it.๐๐
Another standout was the fresh orange juice station, which uses whole oranges. Iโm a big fan of orange juice at breakfast, and having it freshly squeezed was a real treat! It tasted incredibly fresh compared to store-bought juice.๐๐
Unlimited Blue Seal Ice Cream
Okinawaโs famous Blue Seal ice cream was also available, with unlimited servings in mango, shikuwasa, vanilla, chocolate, and brown sugar flavors.
QWACHI Restaurantโs Breakfast Buffet
The breakfast buffet had so many tasty options, allowing me to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal. The mini burgers were especially popular; the combination of the grilled patty, bun, tomatoes, and vegetables was delightful. I also loved customizing my musubi and taco rice to my liking. The variety of live stations made breakfast a truly delightful experience.
When finishing your meal, simply place your โReserved Tableโ card in the adorable whale sharkโs mouth as you exit.
Overall Review of the Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa Breakfast Buffet
QWACHIโs breakfast buffet at the Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa was truly memorable. With an abundance of Okinawan ingredients, live cooking stations, and specialty items, thereโs fun in creating your own dishes. Though it can get busy, the staff quickly replenished food, and the spacious dining area never felt crowded. I highly recommend adding breakfast to your stay here! ๐๐ If you prefer dining in your room, thereโs a takeaway box option as wellโchoose whichever best suits your needs!
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