Suzuki

Suzuki is a stunning new addition to an ever-increasing constellation of high-quality Japanese restaurants in Singapore. The menus served in this stunning Kengo Kuma-designed restaurant combine elements of kaiseki—clearly drawn from head chef Suzuki Yuichiro’s former stint at Kikunoi in Kyoto—with a course of nigiri sushi, as well as soup and dessert to finish. The signature owan soup is deceptively simple, featuring a broth of kelp stock that’s been painstakingly slow-cooked overnight with two kinds of bonito, then served with a seasonal fish and vegetables. For added decadence, opt for the more extensive menu, where stunning A5 Miyazaki Wagyu is prepared shabu shabu-style in a roasted tea dashi broth. The dining experience is both transportive and comforting: the space feels like a teleportation to one of Tokyo’s hottest yet most elusive restaurants. The fun and interactive team, composed of skillful local talent, creates a convivial atmosphere that evokes the feeling of dining at home with friends.