A Family-Friendly Feast at LEGOLAND Hotel, But Is It Worth the Trip?

Held at the newly refurbished Bricks Family Restaurant at LEGOLAND Hotel Malaysia, the Flavours of Nusantara Ramadan buffet is immediately impressive in scale. The restaurant is genuinely large, with wide walkways and plenty of seating — a clear plus for families dining with strollers or young children. What stood out early on was how deliberately child-friendly the space is: tables are dressed with paper “tablecloths” printed with puzzles and illustrations, and a box of crayons is provided to keep little hands busy while waiting for food.

Plastic plates are available at most buffet stations, which helps reduce stress for parents, though plastic cutlery still needs to be requested separately. While the restaurant advertises low-rise snack and dessert counters for kids, these felt more suitable for older children rather than toddlers as our two-year-old still needed help reaching most items.

The Centrepieces: Big, Bold, and Inconsistent

One of the buffet’s most eye-catching features is the slow-roasted whole lamb, positioned as a dramatic centrepiece. When available, it was understandably became a crowd magnet. Unfortunately, this was also where operational issues became most noticeable. The lamb ran out quickly and took a long time to be replenished; at one point, only bones were left on display for over an hour. As a visual centrepiece, it’s impressive, but the experience falters when the star attraction isn’t consistently available.

The claypot asam pedas station also drew long queues throughout the night. Each portion is cooked to order, requiring guests to place an order and return later to collect it. We didn’t manage to try it due to the persistent waiting time, though judging by how frequently it was ordered, it appears to be one of the buffet’s stronger offerings.

Mixed Results Across the Buffet Spread

The Nusantara and Malay sections delivered what one would expect from a large-scale Ramadan buffet. Beef dishes were decent, familiar and hearty, while the satay, though plentiful, was fairly average and not particularly memorable.

The Japanese section, however, was underwhelming. There was no sashimi, and the overall spread felt limited. The chawanmushi was served cold and slightly firm, which detracted from its usual comforting appeal. The saving grace here was the chicken yakitori, which at least delivered on flavour and texture.

Another live station that generated excitement was the cheese-wheel pasta counter. Watching pasta tossed inside a giant wheel of cheese is undeniably fun and my husband was especially keen on this. Unfortunately, the mac and cheese with turkey bacon turned out surprisingly bland, despite being coated in melted cheese. It looked indulgent, but the flavour didn’t quite match the theatrics.

Desserts, Atmosphere, and the Festive Feel

Dessert lovers will find plenty to explore. There’s a wide selection spread across indoor counters and outdoor live stations, which helps distribute the crowd. Traditional sweets like Kueh Dadar stood out for us while the cakes were what one would normally expect from a buffet spread. Ice cream, unsurprisingly, was a constant hit, especially with children. The inclusion of pecan pie was a nice, slightly unexpected touch.

Live music plays throughout the evening, adding to the festive Ramadan/Chinese New Year atmosphere. While it does make conversation harder during performances, it undeniably contributes to the celebratory feel of the buffet.

The Verdict: Worth It — With Context

There’s no question that Flavours of Nusantara offers quantity, variety, and a genuinely family-oriented dining environment. You will leave full and there is something for almost everyone, especially if you’re dining with children.

That said, price-wise, the buffet sits on the higher end and similar-priced buffets elsewhere offer more refined food with fewer operational hiccups. If you’re already visiting LEGOLAND or staying at the hotel, this buffet makes sense as a convenient and festive buka puasa option. But if you’re considering travelling here solely for the buffet, it’s harder to justify when there are many strong alternatives just a short drive away at a lower cost.

Would we return? Probably not — not because it’s bad, but because the value proposition works best for families already on-site rather than as a standalone dining destination.

Flavours of Nusantara @ Bricks Family Restaurant
Venue: Bricks Family Restaurant, LEGOLAND Hotel Malaysia
Address: 7 Jalan LEGOLAND, Bandar Medini Iskandar, 79250 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia
Buffet Period: 21 February – 18 March 2026
Time: 6.00pm – 10.00pm
Prices:

Weekday (Mon-Thu)	Weekend (Fri-Sun)
Adult: RM188 (EB RM168) Senior: RM138 (EB RM118) Child: RM88 (EB RM68)	Adult: RM228 (EB RM200) Senior: RM178 (EB RM148) Child: RM128 (EB RM98)

*Early Bird (EB) pricing is valid for purchases made between 23 Jan to 20 Feb 2026.

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Images: LEGOLAND Hotel Malaysia