Kawagoe Prince Hotel (Niitomachi, Kawagoe, Saitama) is hosting a limited-time "Saturday Night Half Buffet" at its Buffet Restaurant Etoile on the 9th floor. The event runs on all five Saturdays in August 2026 — August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 — with dinner hours being offered at a restaurant that is normally only available at lunchtime.
The format blends a Southern European theme with a combination of prix-fixe main course and free-flow buffet. Dishes such as moules marinières, pizza Margherita, and gazpacho with cappellini evoke the atmosphere of a summer resort, making it a fitting choice for those looking to enjoy a touch of travel closer to home.
A New Weekend Dinner Option
The restaurant's regular schedule covers lunchtime only, but this special run extends service into the evening to create nighttime summer demand and offer local residents a fresh option for weekend nights. The experience is suited to families on summer vacation, groups of friends, couples, and anyone seeking a resort-style atmosphere without the long journey.
Four Main Dishes to Choose From
The main course follows a prix-fixe style, with guests selecting one of four options:
| Main Dish | Description |
|---|---|
| Shrimp Cream Pasta | Rich Américaine sauce coating every bite |
| Pâté en Croûte with Foie Gras and Red Wine Sauce | A hotel-worthy dish wrapped in golden pastry |
| White Fish Sauté with Champagne Sauce | Delicate white fish paired with a light champagne-scented sauce |
| [Grade-Up] Domestic Beef Roast Beef, Lightly Smoked with Herb Gribiche Sauce | Slow-cooked for six hours, finished with a gentle smoke (+¥900) |
A children's menu option — domestic beef and pork hamburger steak with demi-glace sauce and fried shrimp — is also available.
Buffet Selection
Alongside the chosen main course, starters, hot dishes, and desserts are available as a free-flow buffet. A selection of what is on offer includes:
- Gougères, cucumber and baby shrimp spicy style, cherry tomato compote with mint
- Mini corn soup, pan-fried bread with Cajun-spiced olive oil
- Chef's special beef curry, salade maison, moules marinières
- Arancini, pizza Margherita, mango pudding, tiramisu, and more
About Buffet Restaurant Etoile
Located on the 9th floor, Buffet Restaurant Etoile is a bright, open space filled with light from large windows. The menu centers on Western cuisine with a wide variety of dishes.
Event Details
Period: Saturdays in August 2026 — August 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Hours: 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM (Last Order: 7:30 PM)
Venue: Buffet Restaurant Etoile (9F), Kawagoe Prince Hotel
Price:
- Adults: ¥5,500 (Grade-up main: +¥900)
- Children (ages 4 to elementary school): ¥2,500
Prices include consumption tax. A service charge of 13% is added at checkout.
Reservations: https://www.princehotels.co.jp/kawagoe/plan/etoile/saturdaynight_buffet_2026_08/
