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Sukiya in SM Megamall: A Long Wait for a So-So Meal   Let's be honest, sometimes you just crave a quick, affordable Japanese meal. Sukiya in SM Megamall often fits the bill, at least in theory. The reality, however, is a bit more complicated. I recently braved the notoriously long queue (a testament to its popularity, I guess?), and while my solo status snagged me a seat relatively quickly, the experience wasn't exactly a culinary highlight.   The atmosphere was, shall we say, less than ideal. The restaurant felt a bit hot and surprisingly oily – not exactly the ambiance you'd expect from a place serving Japanese food. I ordered the Fiery Garlic Yakiniku Bowl, a yakisoba on the side, and their signature matcha latte. The wait was a significant drawback; I clocked at least fifteen minutes before my food arrived. Fifteen minutes for a bowl of yakiniku and some noodles. That's a long time to sit in a slightly oily, warm room.   Now, let...