Expat Restaurant Guide 2008 - JAPANESE
Thursday, November 20th, 2008AKASHI
Not just a move, but a complete reinvention for Akashi. It was always a stalwart in the old days in the basement of Tanglin Shopping Centre - reliable fare and great prices. Now it has moved to an impressive space on the ground floor of Orchard Hotel (along with newly opened, energetic sister restaurant Inakaya) and gone upmarket. The setting is much smarter, the food is more elegant and the quality higher and, yes, you’ve guessed it, the good old prices are a thing of the past. To be fair, you are getting what you pay for.
#01-01A Orchard Parade Hotel, 1 Tanglin Road, tel: +65 6732-4438.
AOKI
Being part of the Les Amis Group, you know you are in for a pretty subline experience. This is arguably the ultimate in Japanese dining and service, so expect a not insignificant contribution to your credit card statement. Play it smart and go on expreses. The decor is the epitome of Zen minimalism. The menu covers sushi, sashimi, shabu shabu, sukiyaki, tempura, and seasonal produce is a highlight. Everything is exquisitely presented.
Shaw Centre, #02-17, 1 Scotts Road, tel: +65 6333-8015.
IKUKAN
The name of the lane off Club Street may elicit the odd giggle, but the food at Ikukan certainly won’t. This is serious, creative Japanese fare in an elegant setting and unusually, a Western style of dining is predominant with starters, main courses and desserts. The speciality is Japanese charcoal grill, so try the beef or black cod. Set menus are good value too.
23 Mohamed Ali Lane #01-01, Tel: +65 6325-3362.
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