Dollar (and tummy) stretchers

Under $10:
Joaqium Porridge Buffet Lunch, Suntec City

$9.80 nett gets you succulent roast chicken and a whole spread of porridge accompaniments and traditional desserts to keep you happy. Proof of value: The scores of uncles and aunties dining next to suited executives.

Under $15:
Chinese Feasts Restaurant, Suntec City Fountain Terrace

The lunch set includes starters, cook-yourself steamboat AND dessert.

Under $20:
Chummeez Hong Kong Kitchen, Novena Square

There isn't a Crystal Jade outlet in the Thomson Road area, but Chummeez steps up to the plate nicely. In addition to the classic array of dim sum and HK noodle dishes, there is an a la carte buffet option which will have you rolling out the restaurant.

Under $30:
Pearl River Restaurant, Suntec City

A la carte buffet. Order the soon hock fish or a couple of them and the bargain's made.

Under $40:
Hanabi Restaurant, Odeon Towers and King's Centre

The eat-all-you-want Japanese fantasy in the form of an a la carte buffet. Paws up for Hanabi over Kuishin-bo at Suntec, which is also good value but serves food in the proletarian self-service buffet style.

Under $50:
Jiang Nan Chun, Four Seasons Hotel (see link at the right column)

The ULTIMATE weekend Oriental brunch.