20 Best Spots for Japanese Teppanyaki in Singapore
Japanese cuisine is world-famous and extensive, ranging from the classic sashimi and sushi to shabu shabu and okonomiyaki. Of course, there’s also teppanyaki, which is said to have originated from Japan in 1945. Today, teppanyaki has also become a culinary performance of sorts, from juggling eggs with a spatula to impressive fire shows, all to entertain and impress diners. If you enjoy a feast with a side of culinary stunts, make sure to check out these 20 Japanese teppanyaki in Singapore.
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Shima Restaurant
Established in 1980, Shima is one of Singapore’s first teppanyaki restaurants. They offer a teppanyaki lunch buffet where you can get beef tenderloin steak, Japanese oyster, sashimi and more. While premium items are capped, the variety alone ensures a great teppanyaki experience. If you’re only available for dinner, go for their A la Carte Teppanyaki Set, which offers premium cuts such as Prime Be...
Tatsu Teppanyaki
Situated right beside the original Tatsu Sushi bar, this teppanyaki joint at CHIJMES covers lunch and dinner sets, as well as over 100 choices sake and shochu. Popular teppanyaki items include Wagyu Beef, Ox Tongue, Crayfish and Lobster. If you can’t decide between meat or seafood, you can go for their Wagyu And Lobster Course, which comprises Wagyu steak, lobster, assorted mushrooms, seafood frie...
Teppan Bar Q
Teppan Bar Q specialise in Hakata-style tapas and teppanyaki with a Spanish twist. Take a seat in front of the counters, behind which skilled chefs wield their spatulas with skill, and prepare for a meal that’s part performance, part gastronomic pleasure. Sample items like Mix Seafood, Tiger Prawn with Balsamic Sauce, and Foie Gras with Japanese Radish, or meats such as the Duck with Spring Onion...
Teppan Kappou Kenji
Chef Okumura spent 16 years honing his skills before starting his career in Singapore and he’s even served the Japanese emperor, so you can trust that Teppan Kappou Kenji is one of the best Japanese restaurants around. The joint is a favourite amongst the working crowd in Tanjong Pagar for their quality Express Lunch sets, and the restaurant serves on-point teppanyaki dishes that keep diners comin...
Teppan Works
Looking for a casual spot to satisfy your teppanyaki cravings? Teppan Works is a great spot for a quick lunch, but if you have some time, we recommend you stay for their teppanyaki omakase sets! Think teppanyaki omelette fired up on a grill, an assorted range of fresh seafood, generous cuts of meats and the restaurant’s signature okonomiyaki to round up the meal! Address: 42 Tras St, Singapore...
Teppan-Ya
Teppan-Ya One of the most well-known Japanese teppanyaki in Singapore, Teppan-Ya is where you can expect both a feast for both your eyes and your stomach. Each of their teppanyaki sets will include a portion of salad, appetisers, sashimi, dobin mushi and fried rice. Of course, you can also customise your meal with ala carte items such as the King Prawn, Salmon, and the USDA Prime Tenderloin Bee...
The Straits Teppanyaki
Located in Bugis, The Straits Teppanyaki specialises in halal fusion dishes and serves their teppanyaki on individual hotplates. Choose the protein of your choice, ranging from Wagyu Ribeye, Chicken Fillet, Live Boston Lobster to Scallop. All of the sets come with beansprouts and a side of either Egg Fried Rice, Aglio Olio Pasta or Steamed Rice. The skilled chefs, who are culinary maestros in thei...
Torio Japanese Restaurant
Torio might be better known for their affordable omakase, however the restaurant also serves a la carte and teppanyaki selections in separate zones. Located in a private enclosed room at the end of the omakase counter, reservations are highly recommended as the space can only seat up to eight. Take your pick from three lunch courses offering seafood, pork or beef alongside rice and side dishes. Fo...
Yaki Yaki Bo
If you enjoy teppanyaki, you would understand the pleasure of watching a chef entertain, prepare and grill your meal before your very eyes. This is exactly what you can expect at Yaki Yaki Bo! Enjoy their hotplate sets at wallet-friendly prices, such as the Chicken Steak Set, Sliced Pork Set and Sliced Beef Set. If you’re looking for something more premium, you can go for their Beef Ribeye Set, wh...
Yamagawa Japanese Restaurant
Compared to its modern and stylish counterparts in the city, Yamagawa Japanese Restaurant’s old-world charm is a breath of fresh air. The 30-year-old establishment, which houses a traditional tatami room, offers a la carte, omakase and teppanyaki dining experiences. If you’re feeling indulgent, you can go for the Wagyu & Lobster Course, otherwise the Yamagawa Deluxe Course featuring prime beef, ki...