Very good and reasonable price for king crab 🦀 buffet
Kani Tengoku Thonglor is one of Bangkok’s most acclaimed Japanese seafood restaurants, specializing in premium crab dishes like king crab (taraba), snow crab, and red snow crab. Average spend around ฿2,000 per person, it’s considered a “crab heaven” for diners seeking fresh, expertly prepared crustaceans in both buffet and à la carte formats.
🦀 Food Highlights
- Signature Crabs:
- Taraba (King Crab) – firm, sweet meat, served chilled or steamed.
- Snow Crab – delicate, tender texture with thin shell.
- Red Snow Crab – unique flavor, highly recommended by regulars.
- Buffet Options:
- ฿1,980 buffet – selected crab dishes.
- ฿4,480 buffet – all-you-can-eat premium crab and seafood (75 minutes, same package required for entire group).
- À la Carte Specials: Crab legs (~฿1,000 each), oysters (fresh, baked, fried), croquettes, and Japanese sides like corn butter and noodles.
- Preparation Styles: Served chilled, steamed fresh, or grilled; staff assist with cracking and serving.
🪑 Atmosphere & Service
- Ambience: Modern Japanese décor, intimate yet lively, ideal for seafood lovers and special occasions.
- Service: Staff praised for attentiveness, helping guests with crab preparation.
🌟 Final Thought
Kani Tengoku Thonglor is a must-visit for crab lovers, offering some of the freshest and most indulgent crab dishes in Bangkok. Whether you choose the premium buffet or à la carte, expect attentive service, authentic Japanese preparation, and a memorable dining experience.
recently tried Kani Tengoku in Thonglor. Overall, it was a pretty good experience.
This place is all about crab — especially the buffet with snow crab and king crab imported from Japan
The quality was decent, and the crab was fresh enough to enjoy. It’s not exactly the same level as eating in Japan, but honestly, it works well as a substitute if you don’t have the chance to go there.
Besides the crab, there are also quite a lot of other dishes you can order from the menu, so it doesn’t feel too repetitive.
The staff also help crack the crab for you, which makes the whole experience easier and more enjoyable.
Price-wise, it’s on the higher side, but that’s expected for this kind of buffet.
Overall, I’d say it’s worth trying at least once, especially if you’re a crab lover.
"Kani Tengoku offers top-tier ingredients with exceptional freshness. The service is outstanding, and while parking is limited, the valet parking service makes it very convenient."
