High-end hotel buffet with standout durian desserts and broad seafood selection; excellent service but cramped seating and inconsistent hot dishes at a premium price.
The Market delivers solid buffet dining with exceptional service attentiveness and a standout durian dessert program that justifies repeat visits for enthusiasts. However, inconsistent hot dish execution and variable freshness prevent higher performance, while cramped seating and low ceilings undermine the dining experience at peak hours. Premium pricing compounds these limitations, making it a worthwhile destination for seafood and dessert lovers but not a premier buffet choice in the region.
Set within Hotel ICON, the dining room feels lively and polished with servers swooping in to clear plates and keep drinks topped up. Guests rave about the dessert counter—one diner called it a durian lover paradise—while others praise the breadth of seafood. However, seating can feel tight at peak hours and the ceiling reads low, so expect a busy hotel vibe rather than hushed luxury. The cooking leans international buffet with produce-forward stations—think sashimi, lobster and crab, plus laksa and Hainan chicken rice—delivered with reliable hotel precision more than fine-dining theatrics. Seafood and desserts tend to shine, though some hot dishes lose pop when the room is packed. It suits diners who appreciate abundance and variety at a premium price. Families do well here: the buffet format offers plenty that kids actually eat—pasta, prime beef, sushi, and lots of ice cream and cakes. Prices are high, especially on holidays, but the spread is broad enough for selective eaters. If your crew dislikes durian, skip those desserts and beeline for the Godiva soft serve and classics.
Area vibe: Vibrant harborfront hotel district attracting travelers and locals; upscale malls and museums nearby.
Safety: Well-lit, busy, and generally safe with strong hotel presence and foot traffic.
What's nearby: Inside Hotel ICON near Science Museum and harbor promenade; close to shopping and business hotels.
Durian desserts and Godiva soft serve are the big draws, with sashimi, lobster and live laksa or Hainan chicken rice worth trying.
You should book ahead because of deposits and holiday surcharges, expect tight seating and a lively, noisy dining room at peak times.