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The Japanese cooking technique where food is grilled over hot coals has huge popularity in Singapore. Here are 4 of the best robatayaki restaurants to try.
Kyuu by Shunsui
Great service and food, the ikura rice bowl is absolutely amazing. Value for money omakase. In its kitchen is a sleek robatayaki counter, where the freshest seafood, meats and vegetables are seared over hot coals. Opened in October 2017, KYUU by Shunsui is a sister restaurant of Kappo Shunsui, the restaurant achieved Michelin Tokyo Guide’s Bib Gourmand fame from 2015 to 2017. We use the freshest and best quality ingredients sourced from Japan to serve Sashimi and Robatayaki (Charcoal Grill). While the course menu is available from 6pm to 8pm, an a la carte menu is available from 8pm to 12am for late night diners. < more here
Tamashii Robataya
A unique culinary experience at Tamashii Robataya begins with the freshest Japanese ingredients showcased for your selection. Food is grilled while you watch, by Chefs who will serve it on the Samoji, paying homage to fishermen from North-eastern Japan centuries ago who served their catch-of-the-day with wooden oars. The stylish and theatrical environment make Tamashii Robataya the perfect venue for business meetings, social dinners and fun-filled celebrations. < more here
Akanoya Robatayaki
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Since its inaugural opening in 2008, Akanoya Robatayaki has served many well-known celebrities and ministers who are now regulars to the restaurant. Elevate your dining experience at the rustic, yet defined Akanoya Robatayaki, where you will enjoy Robatayaki – the art of Japanese-style grilling. Your culinary adventure begins when you step foot into this energetic restaurant. Friendly cheers from the Japanese crew greet you, setting the tone for the evening ahead. Take a seat and marvel at the wide array of freshest seafood and vegetables presented before you – these flown in directly from Tsukiji market – for your selection. Your sensory journey continues as you witness prime ingredients being grilled carefully by skilled chefs. Delicious smoky aromas permeate the restaurant and work to whet your appetite. Unlike conventional restaurants, chefs will expertly serve your pristine dinner selections from a wooden paddle – keeping this true to an authentic Robatayaki meal. < more here
Kazu Sushi Grill Sake
Helmed by head chefs, Chef Ichimaya and Chef Imai, Kazu Sushi Grill Sake’s kitchen is led by the best. Chef Ichimaya has served at Sushi Kyubei for 10 years, and Sushi Kaishin for 3 and a half years. On top of that, he has served for many years in top Japanese restaurants. Chef Imai cooked at the Embassy of Japan, serving many presidents, kings and queens, dignitaries and politicians from all over the world. Kazu Sushi Grill Sake showcases an extensive range of premium sushi and sashimi. For the best quality of ingredients, seafood and vegetables are flown in directly from Japan three times a week. Diners may also enjoy fresh catch of the day prepared as sushi or sashimi, flown straight from Hokkaido. Indulge in the freshness, with sushi and sashimi sets, or donburi sets available for both lunch and dinner. For the adventurous, go on a gastronomic journey with an omakase dinner, and enjoy the chef’s specially curated menu. < more here
