Update March 2023: Ramen King has moved to Canberra Plaza.
Japanese cuisine aficionados who fondly remember Hokkaido Ramen Santouka as the go-to place for authentic ramen, rejoice, for you can now indulge in the same goods at a fraction of the price. Ramen King, a hawker-based venture by ex-Santouka cooks, has set up shop at Tampines Street 81, bringing its mouthwatering recipe to the heartlands. (Double yay for this Eastie!)
Update 19 Jan 2025: Ishiro Rice Bowl Bedok has closed. Visit their other outlet at Timbre+ one-north.
These days when I find myself too busy to dip out for my daily lunch run, I find myself scrolling through food delivery apps to discover new eating spots. Ishiro Rice Bowl is one such eatery I stumbled upon when looking for a quick fix for my cravings for Japanese food.
With multiple outlets scattered across Singapore, Ishiro Rice Bowl has become well-known for its affordable Japanese-style rice bowls with runny onsen eggs and bold flavours. Upscaled, yet wallet-friendly Yoshinoya is how I would describe their delicious bowls!
Update 19 Jan 2025: Takeshi Noodle Bar has closed.
The neighbourhood around Keong Saik Road is well-known for its scattering of upscale watering holes and evening nosh, and Takeshi Noodle Bar is one of those up-and-coming joints that ticks the boxes of a social space and fusion fare.
With the intense squeeze faced by the F&B scene these days, seeing your favourite establishment mark another year in operations can be cause for celebration. For its 7th anniversary, Dashi Master Marusaya has a couple of tricks up its sleeve to up the ante for its shabu experience!
TEN Sushi turns six this year, and is rolling out a series of exciting deals to whet your appetite! For now till 30 November 2021, feast to your heart’s content on TEN Sushi’s wallet-friendly perks, which include:
Japanese sandos seem to be in vogue these days, with cafes and restaurants alike offering their take on the popular convenience store snack. One such place, Hello Arigato, recently opened its doors along Upper Thomson Road.
Opened by the team behind hipster stalwart The Refinery, Hello Arigato is already seeing snaking queues for its thick sandos and Japanese-inspired treats.
Every so often, you’ll stumble on a hidden gem that you would want to keep to yourself, as your secret go-to spot for your favourite food or drink. While I was admittedly a little hesitant to put this accidental new find of mine in the spotlight, sharing is caring.
So without further ado, let me introduce you to my new favourite Japanese izakaya in Singapore: Dosukoi x Donpachi.
Tucked away in the basement of Cuppage Plaza (also affectionately known as Little Japan), away from the hustle and bustle of Orchard Road, Dosukoi x Donpachi is a cozy hangout spot that looks to be run by a husband-and-wife team. The izakaya is home to an extensive line of homemade umeshu that is prominently displayed at the counter.
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