For those in Malaysia looking for an affordable, generous and absolutely satisfying lunch deal this season, here’s something truly worth making time for—Shabu-Yo’s Weekday Lunch Unlimited Time Campaign is back and it’s even better than before. From 16 June to 18 July 2025, diners can now enjoy a weekday lunch with no time limit at any Shabu-Yo outlet across the country. Yes, that means unlimited time to enjoy unlimited shabu-shabu, all at your own pace and at no additional charge.
It’s the kind of dining campaign that speaks to both the wallet and the appetite—generous, fuss-free, and perfectly suited to those long-overdue catch-ups with friends, relaxed team lunches, or simply a much-needed solo break in the middle of a hectic workday.
Why Is This Such a Great Deal?
In an era where dining time is often restricted, especially during lunch hours, this campaign by Shabu-Yo is a welcome change. Typically, restaurants impose dining time limits during peak hours to manage turnover and accommodate more guests. At Shabu-Yo, while their 90-minute time limit remains in place for later entries, they are making a deliberate exception for weekday lunchtime diners who arrive earlier in the day.
If you walk into any Shabu-Yo outlet between opening and 3:30 PM on a weekday, you’ll be able to dine leisurely all the way up till 5:00 PM—without having to pay any extra charges. That means, if you enter at 11:00 AM, you could enjoy almost six hours of unlimited dining. Even a 1:00 PM entry allows a generous four-hour dining experience. This extended lunch period is a unique offering that sets them apart from other buffet-style eateries in Malaysia.
What’s on the Menu?
For those unfamiliar with Shabu-Yo, it’s a Japanese buffet-style hotpot restaurant that offers a variety of meats, fresh vegetables, dipping sauces, and other side dishes. Guests can choose from multiple soup bases and enjoy sliced beef, chicken, and lamb, alongside an array of seasonal greens and accompaniments such as tofu, mushrooms, udon, ramen, and even curry rice.
What makes the dining experience even more satisfying is the Do-It-Yourself sauce bar, allowing each guest to mix and match flavours according to their own taste. Whether one prefers a soy-garlic blend or something spicier with chilli oil and vinegar, the possibilities are endless.
And for those with a sweet tooth, Shabu-Yo also includes dessert stations with soft serve ice cream and traditional Japanese sweets, which means diners can round off their lunch with something indulgent before heading back to the daily grind.
A Strategic Time to Visit
The campaign is perfect for weekday diners—working professionals, homemakers, students, or retirees—who have flexibility in their schedule. Many people often skip lunch or rush through it due to work constraints, but this promotion gives them a compelling reason to slow down and truly enjoy their meal.
Think of the possibilities: instead of eating a quick takeaway in the car or at your desk, why not head to a nearby Shabu-Yo outlet with a colleague or two, and enjoy a wholesome meal in a relaxed setting? Even better, if someone is working remotely or studying, Shabu-Yo can become a semi-productive oasis—where one can nibble on hot soup and meat while clearing emails or reading through notes.
Ideal for Social Catch-Ups Too
This offer also makes Shabu-Yo an ideal place for those long chats with friends or family members. Often, buffet places feel rushed due to the time constraints, but not during this campaign. Guests who arrive before 3:30 PM can take their time, go for multiple rounds, and fully savour the quality ingredients without ever glancing at the clock.
It’s not only about food—it’s about time well spent.
Important Details to Keep in Mind
While the unlimited time applies to weekday lunch goers who enter before 3:30 PM, there’s a small caveat for those who come in after that hour. From 3:30 PM onwards, the usual 90-minute dining time policy kicks in. So, if you enter at 4:00 PM, for instance, your dining time will end at 5:30 PM—still generous, but not as extensive.
This slight condition ensures that guests planning to stay longer come in early and make the most of the offer. It also helps Shabu-Yo maintain a smooth flow for their later dining slots.
All Outlets Participating
The best part of this campaign is that it is available at all Shabu-Yo outlets across Malaysia. Whether one is in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang, or any other major city with a Shabu-Yo branch, they can enjoy the same promotion without needing to travel far or make special arrangements.
So whether one is a regular or trying Shabu-Yo for the first time, this is a great opportunity to do so in the most relaxed setting possible.
Affordable and Convenient
In terms of pricing, Shabu-Yo’s weekday lunch sets are already competitively priced, starting from as low as around RM39.90 per adult, depending on the outlet and meat options selected. When this is paired with unlimited time, the value just skyrockets.
For a family of four or a group of friends, this becomes not only a dining experience but a full afternoon’s outing—filling, comfortable, and totally worth the money.
Final Thoughts
In a time where most things feel rushed and convenience is often prioritised over experience, Shabu-Yo’s Weekday Lunch Unlimited Time Campaign offers a refreshing alternative. It invites people to slow down, enjoy a wholesome Japanese-style meal, and connect—whether with their food or with those at the table with them.
This promotion is also a reminder that great value doesn’t have to come from discounts alone—it can come from thoughtful customer-centric experiences that make dining better, more generous, and more memorable.
For anyone planning a lunch treat, a casual business chat over soup, or simply a hearty solo escape from the buzz of life, this is a promotion worth checking out before it ends on 18 July 2025.
Make sure to get there early, take a friend or two, and enjoy the buffet—slowly and to the fullest.
For more details, visit Shabu-Yo Malaysia Facebook Page.
Promotional/Event Details:
Date: 16 June – 18 July 2025
Time: Weekday Lunch Hours (Entry before 3:30 PM for unlimited dining till 5:00 PM)
Venue: All Shabu-Yo Outlets Nationwide
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