Quick answer: Shinji by Kanesaka at The St. Regis sets the benchmark for Edo-style omakase, while Tatsuya at Goodwood Park Hotel wins a loyal crowd with its aburi sashimi. If you want a huge sharing platter that doesn’t hold back on uni, head east to Mita Sushi. Tomi Sushi at Millenia Walk is the budget-friendly pick for quality moriawase sets, and Kan Sushi at Robertson Quay is the place when only otoro will do.
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Shinji by Kanesaka
Sitting inside The St. Regis on Tanglin Road, Shinji by Kanesaka has held the standard for Edo-style sushi in Singapore for over ten years and still wears its Michelin star lightly. The omakase moves through the seasons with ingredients flown in from Toyosu Market—think kinmedai glistening under the counter lights, or a single piece of uni that tastes straight off the boat. It is not showy. The drama comes from the quiet rhythm of the chef’s hands and the way each course follows the last like a sentence you did not want to end.
This is the table to book when work has been heavy and you need an evening that resets the dial. The counter is small, the lighting warm, and the chefs move with the kind of assured calm that makes you lean in a little closer. Lunch runs from noon to three, dinner from six to ten-thirty; they close on Sundays.
Address: 29 Tanglin Road, The St. Regis Singapore, Singapore 247911
Phone: +65 6884 8239
Hours: Lunch 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Dinner 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm (Mon–Sat); Closed Sun
Price: $$$$
Shinji by Kanesaka
Tatsuya
Tucked inside Goodwood Park Hotel along Scotts Road, Tatsuya is the kind of place where the staff remember how you like your tea and Chef Ronnie Chia’s name keeps turning up at the World Gourmet Summit awards. The aburi sashimi is what keeps regulars coming back—lightly seared slices that carry a faint smokiness without losing the clean coolness of the fish. Platters built around top-grade tuna and uni arrive looking like they belong in a gallery, and the wagyu don on the side is a quiet flex for bigger appetites.
Bring someone who still thinks sashimi is just cold fish. The kitchen here respects the ingredient deeply but is not afraid to add a little heat and texture where it makes sense. They import directly from Tsukiji and serve lunch daily from noon to three, dinner from six-thirty to eleven.
Address: 22 Scotts Road, Goodwood Park Hotel, Singapore 228221
Phone: +65 6887 4598
Hours: Lunch 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Dinner 6:30 pm – 11:00 pm (Daily)
Price: $$$$
Tatsuya
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Hashida Sushi
Hashida Sushi now calls Raffles Sentosa home, and the move to Bukit Manis Road suits Chef Kenjiro ‘Hatch’ Hashida’s style perfectly—private, deliberate, and unhurried. The Edomae-style omakase runs through a story each night, with beltfish making a regular appearance and uni handrolls that arrive just as the nori starts to soften in your palm. Creative pairings keep the meal playful without losing the reverence for what is seasonal and fleeting.
It opens only for dinner, Tuesday through Saturday, from six-thirty to ten. That limited window makes the whole thing feel a little more intentional—a quiet checkpoint on the calendar after a month of rush. If you have been meaning to explore what happens when Japanese technique meets a chef who grew up straddling two cultures, this is the table to book.
Address: 4 Bukit Manis Road, Raffles Sentosa Singapore, Singapore 099947
Phone: +65 8129 5336
Email: [email protected]
Hours: Tues–Sat 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm; Closed Sun & Mon
Price: $$$$
Hashida Sushi
Mita Sushi
On East Coast Road inside Roxy Square, Mita Sushi is the east-side secret that Katong families have been keeping to themselves. A seasoned Japanese chef runs the show, and the deluxe bakumori platters land on the table with enough uni to make you double-check the bill. The seafood is seasonal, the preparation leans traditional, and there is a comforting nostalgia in how the recipes are built—nothing rushed, nothing overly fussed.
Go with a group that likes to share and order large. The space is more casual than the Orchard-side counters, but the freshness is dead serious. Lunch runs from eleven-thirty to three, dinner from five to nine-thirty, with a last order half an hour before close. They also have other branches if the East Coast is out of the way.
Address: 50 East Coast Road, Roxy Square 1 #01-05/58, Singapore 428769 (More branches available here)
Phone: +65 8056 8565
Hours: Lunch 11:30 am – 3:00 pm (LO 2:30 pm), Dinner 5:00 pm – 9:30 pm (LO 9:00 pm) (Daily)
Price: $$
Mita Sushi
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Tomi Sushi
Originating from Niigata, Tomi Sushi at Millenia Walk proves that “everyday sashimi” need not mean a compromise. They use Koshihikari rice—plump, pearly grains that hold just enough vinegar—and pair it with sea-sourced salts that coax out the sweetness in each slice of maguro. The moriawase sets are the smart money move: seasonal, generously portioned, and priced without the Orchard markup.
This is the spot for a Thursday dinner when payday is still a week away but the craving for cold, clean fish won’t quit. Lunch and dinner run daily, with branches beyond Raffles Boulevard if Millenia Walk is not your usual haunt. The air-flown sashimi arrives consistently fresh, and the set meals leave you full and clear-headed.
Address: 9 Raffles Boulevard #02-12/13, Millenia Walk, Singapore 039596 (More branches available here)
Phone: +65 6238 1123
Hours: Lunch 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, Dinner 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm (Daily)
Price: $$
Tomi Sushi
Sushi Ayumu
Up on the fourth floor of Mandarin Gallery, Sushi Ayumu by Masa Ishibashi feels like a room you have been invited into rather than a restaurant you booked. Chef Masa’s omakase leans into Edomae roots but stretches them with otsumami that lands somewhere between disciplined and decadent. Uni shows up in courses that make you stop mid-conversation, and the pacing leaves space to enjoy what just happened before the next plate arrives.
It is a small counter, so the meal gets personal fast. Go when you want the evening to feel like an occasion but not a performance. Lunch is noon to three, dinner from seven to ten; closed Mondays.
Address: 333A Orchard Road #04-16, Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 238897
Phone: +65 6733 2114 | +65 9159 0102
Hours: Lunch 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Dinner 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm (Tues–Sun); Closed Mon
Price: $$$$
Sushi Ayumu
Kan Sushi
Master Kan Nishina built his reputation on tuna, and the Robertson Quay outpost makes good on that promise every service. Otoro arrives marbled and cool, sliced with a knife collection that the chef treats like a personal archive. The omakase works through seasonal seafood in elegant platters, but the tuna is the headline act—fatty, clean, and worth the trip alone.
Lunch runs weekdays from eleven-thirty to two-thirty, dinner from six to ten. Saturdays are dinner-only, and they take Sundays off. It is the kind of place where ordering an extra piece of chutoro halfway through the meal feels like the right decision every time. More branches are around if Robertson Quay is not your side of town.
Address: 30 Robertson Quay #01-04, Singapore 238251 (More branches available here)
Phone: +65 6733 1173
Hours: Lunch 11:30 am – 2:30 pm, Dinner 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm (Mon–Fri); Sat dinner only; Closed Sun
Price: $$$
Kan Sushi
How to choose
Price is the sharpest divider. Shinji, Tatsuya, Hashida and Sushi Ayumu sit at the top end—expect to spend comfortably into the hundreds per person for a full omakase dinner. Tomi Sushi and Mita Sushi run gentler tabs, with set meals and platters that let you eat well without reaching for the credit card limit. Kan Sushi sits in the middle, fair for the quality of tuna you are getting.
Consider the rhythm. Omakase counters like Shinji and Sushi Ayumu are built for slow, attentive evenings where the meal is the main event—plan two to three hours. Tatsuya and Kan Sushi are a touch more flexible if you want a fine meal but at a slightly quicker clip. Mita Sushi and Tomi Sushi are the easiest walk-in options when the craving hits and you just want a plate of sashimi with good rice and maybe a cold beer.
Think about location and occasion. Hashida out on Sentosa suits a deliberate escape from the city. Tatsuya inside Goodwood Park feels classic and settled—great for parents or out-of-town guests who appreciate old-school service. Shinji at The St. Regis is the anniversary pick. Mita Sushi in the east is the Saturday family lunch you keep coming back to.
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| Restaurant | Vibe | Price Signal | Best For | Must-Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shinji by Kanesaka | Intimate, hushed counter | $$$$ | Anniversaries, quiet recalibration | Kinmedai, uni |
| Tatsuya | Polished, hotel elegance | $$$$ | Parents, out-of-town guests | Aburi sashimi, uni platter |
| Hashida Sushi | Private, narrative-driven | $$$$ | Deliberate escapes, culture lovers | Beltfish, uni handroll |
| Mita Sushi | Casual, neighbourhood energy | $$ | Family sharing, generous uni portions | Bakumori platter |
| Tomi Sushi | Bright, everyday reliability | $$ | Value sets, weekday cravings | Sashimi moriawase |
| Sushi Ayumu | Exclusive, personal counter | $$$$ | Omakase devotees, special occasions | Uni otsumami |
| Kan Sushi | Focused, tuna-centric | $$$ | Tuna purists, mid-week indulgence | Otoro |
Summary
Singapore’s sashimi scene runs deep and these seven spots cover the whole map—from a hushed counter at The St. Regis to a lively platter table in Katong. Shinji, Tatsuya, Hashida and Sushi Ayumu take you deep into omakase territory; Tomi Sushi and Mita Sushi prove fresh can be wallet-friendly; and Kan Sushi is the tuna shrine worth crossing town for. Whichever you pick, you are eating fish that was likely swimming in Tokyo Bay a day ago—and that is about as good as it gets on this side of the equator.
Disclaimer: All details were accurate when we checked, but restaurants can shift their hours, close for private events, or change menus with the seasons. Always confirm directly with the business before heading down.
Frequently asked questions
Which sashimi restaurant in Singapore is the most affordable?
Tomi Sushi at Millenia Walk and Mita Sushi at Roxy Square are both kind to the wallet, with set meals and generous platters that keep the bill reasonable without skimping on freshness.
Do I need a reservation for omakase at these restaurants?
Yes, especially for Shinji by Kanesaka, Hashida Sushi and Sushi Ayumu. Counters are small and seats fill fast, sometimes weeks ahead for weekend dinners.
Which sashimi spot is best for a group sharing meal?
Mita Sushi on East Coast Road. The deluxe bakumori platters are made for passing around a table, the energy is more casual, and the per-person spend stays lower than at an omakase counter.
What is the dress code at these restaurants?
Shinji, Hashida and Sushi Ayumu lean smart-casual—no singlets or flip-flops. Tatsuya and Kan Sushi are slightly more relaxed but still neat. Tomi Sushi and Mita Sushi are the most laid-back; clean casual works fine.
Are any of these sashimi restaurants halal-certified?
Check with the business. The source article does not mention halal certification for any of the seven restaurants listed, so it is safest to call ahead if that is a requirement.
Which place should I go to if I only care about tuna?
Kan Sushi at Robertson Quay. Master Kan Nishina built the menu around tuna expertise, and the otoro is the reason most regulars book a seat.
