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Hong Kong hot pot fans have a new reason to celebrate. 一鼎台式火鍋 (Yiding Taiwanese Hot Pot) has launched the city’s first all-you-can-eat buffet themed around Marble King full-blood wagyu—the 2026 World Beef & Broliers Competition (WBBC) Grand Champion. Starting at just HK$368 per person, diners can enjoy unlimited servings of premium M9+ wagyu, along with more than 30 Taiwanese hot pot items, house-made street snacks, and free-flow signature teas. The offer is available at three locations in Sha Tin, Tuen Mun, and Tseung Kwan O.
Grand Champion Wagyu Arrives in Hong Kong
The star of the new Marble King all-you-can-eat wagyu set is a beef that recently stunned the industry. Raised in the Victorian Alps of Australia, Marble King is a full-blood wagyu derived from the pure Japanese Tajima bloodline—the same lineage that produces Kobe and Matsusaka beef. What sets it apart is a meticulous 600-day grain-fed regimen using traditional Japanese techniques, resulting in marbling that rivals Japan’s A4 to A5 grades. At the 2026 WBBC, Marble King dethroned the long-reigning Mayura chocolate wagyu to claim the overall Grand Champion title.
According to the restaurant, the M9+ rating means an extraordinarily dense network of intramuscular fat. When swished in a bubbling broth for just 8 to 10 seconds, the slices deliver a melt-in-your-mouth texture with a burst of rich, buttery juice.
The Marble King Difference: Cuts and Technique
Yiding’s buffet rotates several select cuts of Marble King wagyu, ensuring variety across multiple visits:
- Chuck eye roll (下肩胛肉眼芯) – tender and well-marbled
- Knuckle (膝圓/牛冧肉) – leaner but still succulent
- Topside (大米龍) – classic roast cut with balanced fat
- Chuck roll (上肩胛肉) – flavour-packed with fine marbling
Each cut is sliced to the optimal thickness for hot pot, and the high fat content means even a brief 10-second dip yields a buttery finish. Meat lovers will find the unlimited supply a dream come true.
Beyond the Beef: A Taiwanese Feast
The buffet isn’t just about wagyu. Diners can also sample over 30 Taiwanese-style dishes and sides, many made from scratch using nostalgic recipes from Taiwan’s night markets. Highlights include:
- Garlic mini sausages (古早蒜味小香腸)
- Brown sugar fried mochi (黑糖炸麻糬)
- Yiding oyster omelette (一鼎蚵仔煎)
- Yiding salt & pepper chicken (一鼎鹽酥雞)
- Juicy squab (爆汁乳鴿)
All of these are complemented by free-flow handmade Taiwanese tea drinks—another signature of the brand. Favourites like Yiding Grapefruit, Fresh Mango Pomelo Sago, and Fragrant Lemon Burst are prepared on demand and unlimited with the buffet.
Pricing and Locations
The Marble King full-blood wagyu buffet is available at the following prices:
- Lunch buffet: from HK$368 per person
- Dinner buffet: from HK$428 per person (exact pricing may vary by branch and time slot)
All branches operate daily:
| Branch | Address | Phone | Hours |
|——–|———|——-|——-|
| Sha Tin | Shop 50 & 57, 3/F, Sha Tin Centre, 2-16 Wang Pok Street | 2300 1828 | 11:30am – 10:30pm |
| Tuen Mun | Shop 36-37, 3/F, Tuen Mun Town Plaza | 2300 1126 | 12:00nn – 10:30pm |
| Tseung Kwan O | Shop 130-132, 1/F, Park Central, 9 Tong Tak Street | 2300 1777 | 11:30am – 10:30pm |
Note: All offers are subject to availability and terms set by the restaurant and booking platform. Prices correct as of publication date.
Broader Impact: A New Benchmark for Hot Pot Buffets
By bringing in a WBBC Grand Champion wagyu at a relatively accessible price point, Yiding Taiwanese Hot Pot is setting a new standard for Hong Kong’s competitive hot pot scene. It challenges other chains to source higher-quality beef while keeping buffets affordable for everyday diners. For meat enthusiasts who previously had to splurge on à la carte premium wagyu, this all-you-can-eat format offers an unprecedented value.
Whether you’re a die-hard carnivore or simply curious about the latest award-winning beef, Yiding’s Marble King buffet is poised to become a must-try experience this season. Book early—supplies are limited, and tables are expected to fill fast.
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