Shunjuu Izakaya

ABOUT

Since the early Edo period, izakayas (or ‘sit-down sake shops’) have been an indispensable fixture in the Japanese way of life and a few years ago, they found their place in Singapore’s flourishing culinary landscape. Shunjuu Izakaya, situated along the beautiful Robertson Quay, adds a refreshing ...More

Since the early Edo period, izakayas (or ‘sit-down sake shops’) have been an indispensable fixture in the Japanese way of life and a few years ago, they found their place in Singapore’s flourishing culinary landscape. Shunjuu Izakaya, situated along the beautiful Robertson Quay, adds a refreshing spritz of excitement to the modern Izakaya with their specialty in Sumiyaki, charcoal-grilled dishes which may very well be the Japanese answer to tapas.

We love the al-fresco dining space but if you’re looking for some air-conditioned comfort, the wood-filled interior and cosy booths provides a much-welcomed respite. When it comes to food, expect well-executed Japanese favourites with an emphasis on dishes that pair well with sake or shochu. As with tapas, the dishes are served as small plates made for sharing, so don’t go easy on the ordering! All 70 of their sumiyaki signatures such as the Tori Kawa Ninniku (garlic rolled with chicken skin), Tebasaki (chicken wings), Gyu Tan (ox tongue) are not to be missed of course. Cold dishes such as the Tako Wasabi (seasoned baby octopus) , the Sashimi Sarada (sashimi salad), and Tori Kawa Masago Ae (chicken skin mixed with cod roe) are also as delicious as hot plates such as the Buta Kimuchi Itame (stir-fry pork and kimchee) and the Ribuai Tataki (ribeye carparccio).

For some carbs, opt for some Soba or the delicious Ninniku Cha-han (garlic fried rice). Wash it all down with sake or shochu - a wide selection awaits, along with a detailed table which specifies the serving temperature, the prefecture of origin, and the sake meter, allowing you to make the most informed choice. We suggest you try a few. It can’t hurt, can it? (Aug 2018)

THE BUZZ

“Shunjuu Izakaya grills the competition, pun intended, with their sumiyaki (charcoal grill) specialties. Often, you can find these delicacies served on skewers; don’t hesitate to try signature dishes like foie gras, kaki buta maki (oysters rolled with pork), and crispy tebasaki (chicken wing).” - ...More

“Shunjuu Izakaya grills the competition, pun intended, with their sumiyaki (charcoal grill) specialties. Often, you can find these delicacies served on skewers; don’t hesitate to try signature dishes like foie gras, kaki buta maki (oysters rolled with pork), and crispy tebasaki (chicken wing).” -Honeycombers

DISHES WE LOVE

Yakitori, Tori Kawa Ninni, Ninniku Cha-han, Tori Zousui, Gyu Tan, Tebasaki, Sashimi Sarada, Ribuai Tataki