Cheap and Tasty: Enjoy Date Night at Yappari Steak VivoCity

ABBEY: If you’re a steak lover, Yappari Steak should be on your must-visit list. Although you might encounter a long queue, trust me—it’s well worth the wait! Each order of their perfectly cooked steaks comes with unlimited servings of fresh salad, fluffy Japanese rice, and hot soup, making it an unbeatable deal.

On my first visit, I ordered the signature Yappari Steak, and on my second, I tried the Mix Cut. Both were incredibly tender, rich, and full of flavor with a smooth, milky texture. A word of caution: the hot stone they serve the steak on stays sizzling, so handle it carefully!
While the steak is delicious on its own, I highly recommend pairing it with their garlic sauce—it’s a game-changer. I enjoyed it so much that I went through four servings of rice and multiple bowls of soup!

WILL: I’ve been stopping by VivoCity a lot lately. It’s my go-to spot when I want to avoid a long walk to the MRT. But now, there’s an even better reason to make the trip. Dinner! 

Yappari Steak is always buzzing with activity, and you can expect to wait at least 15 minutes during peak hours. But trust me, it’s worth it! The beef here is amazing, perfectly balanced between tender meat and just the right amount of fat. The cooks really know their stuff—they make sure the steaks don’t overcook, even if you leave them sizzling on the hot plate a bit too long.

My favorite has to be the hamburg steak; it’s so juicy and comforting. And don’t even get me started on the mixed-cut steaks—they’re incredibly tender. One of the best parts? Yappari Steak offers all-you-can-eat rice, soup, and salad, so you can really fill up and enjoy your meal!

I can’t recommend this place enough—let’s stop gatekeeping such a gem! The prices are fantastic, with sets starting at just SGD 16.80. See you at Yappari Steak! 

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(W) https://yapparigroup.jp/shop/overseas/singapore.html

(H) 11AM to 10PM 

(A) 01 HarbourFront Walk, VivoCity 02-110, Singapore 098585

Budget-Friendly Japanese Tonkatsu: Discover Katsu-AN at Suntec City!

ABBEY: We went here for a couple of times and they didn’t disappoint (except maybe for the queue). They offer a katsu bowl along with soup, drink and shredded cabbage and seasonal vegetable. Enough to fill you up. The katsu is tender; you can even put yellow mustard along with it. 

Don’t foget the sesame dressing on the cabbage. There is pickled ginger to clean the pallet. Slurp their umami miso soup and wash them all down with cold tea. Talk about katsudon and this is a recommended place.

Budget-Friendly Japanese Tonkatsu Discover Katsu-AN at Suntec City - MENU 3

Budget-Friendly Japanese Tonkatsu Discover Katsu-AN at Suntec City - MENU

Budget-Friendly Japanese Tonkatsu Discover Katsu-AN at Suntec City - MENU

Budget-Friendly Japanese Tonkatsu Discover Katsu-AN at Suntec City - MENU

WILL: Hey there, foodies! If you're a resident of Singapore craving some authentic Japanese flavors without breaking the bank, then listen up! Japan is a beloved vacation spot for many Singaporeans, and it's no wonder why we miss its delectable cuisine. Thankfully, a wave of Japanese eateries has been popping up to satisfy our cravings, but finding affordable options can be a challenge. That's where Katsu-an comes in.

Nestled in the bustling basement of Suntec City, Katsu-AN has become a hotspot for hungry diners seeking quality tonkatsu at wallet-friendly prices. Picture this: a hearty tonkatsu set for just $8! And wait, that's not all – it comes with a generous serving of coleslaw, a comforting bowl of soup, and a soothing cup of tea. Talk about bang for your buck!

But what about the taste, you ask? Let me tell you, it's spot on! Every bite of their crispy, golden-brown tonkatsu leaves us craving for more. It's become our go-to spot whenever we find ourselves around the bay area, and trust me, we're never disappointed.

So, fellow food enthusiasts, consider this a heartfelt recommendation. There's no gatekeeping here – everyone deserves to indulge in these affordable Japanese delights! Head down to Suntec City now and experience the magic of Katsu-an for yourself. Your taste buds will thank you later!

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Katsu-an

(W) https://www.katsuan.com.sg

(H) Daily - 10.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.

(A) #B1-149A Tower 2 3 Temasek Blvd Singapore 038983

Counter Seating Kaunta Seki at Mitsuba Japanese Cheap Buffet - The Central Clarke Quay

ABBEY: As Christmas is nearing, me, Wilma and Chat planned our buffet Christmas dinner at Mitsuba.

And we got the best seat in the house; a bar seat (in front of the chef). We didn’t waste a minute and we immediately ordered via iPad all the Chef’s Choice items like Sashimi Moriawase (the swordfish is so tender), Sake Mentai Aburi, Ikura Sushi, Spider Temaki, and Wagyu Bifu Maki. My repeat orders are roast pork belly (yaki buta), ebi tempura, smoked duck (oh the layer of fat melts in your mouth), and Meltique Bifu (beef slice with garlic and salt). They also have ice cream; chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and lychee flavors.

There are hundreds of choices so be sure to keep the orders coming but in moderation. I can say that we’ll definitely be back to this restaurant.

Counter Seating Kaunta Seki at Mitsuba Japanese Cheap Buffet - The Central Clarke Quay

WILL: Mitsuba is one of the renowned sushi buffet here in Singapore. If you’ll check the online reviews and the long queue outside their restaurant, you’ll be curious and persuaded to check and book a table with them. And I am one of the proud victim of my own curiosity. Haha. I purposely indicated that we want to be sitting in front of the chefs, and we were granted with our request. What is the pero of that? You can see them do their masterpieces and your order is super fast that they will just hand it out to you. No to a long waiting time. 

So how was it? I have told to Abbey, that is is a bank for the buck! The price of $56.90++ is totally worth it. We’ll be saving our 2 dinner trips in a sushi conveyor belts to eat here in Mitsuba. What you should not skip (sashimis are given) Spider and Unaki Temaki, Dobinmushi, the crunchy and melt in your mouth Yaki Buta, Ika Geso and Salmon Skin. 

Will surely coming back here and of course still requesting Mitsuba for counter seating. See you there!

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Mitsuba Japanese Restaurant

(W) https://www.mitsuba.com.sg/

(H) Mon-Sun: 11:30am-2:30pm (Last Order: 1:50pm), 6-10pm (Last Order: 9:20pm)

(A) 6 Eu Tong Sen Street #03-88 Clarke Quay Central, Singapore (T) 6227 0388

Kotobuki Coffee at Wisma Atria Orchard

ABBEY: We had our lunch date at Kotobuki Japanese Restaurant. A lunch set starts at SGD 9.90 with free flow of salad, coffee and tea. 

I ordered Yakiniku Don; sliced pork rice bowl. The sweet teriyaki sauce runs through the meat and into the rice. This goes well with shredded cabbage, cherry tomatoes and balsamic vinegar as side dish.

Kotobuki Coffee at Wisma Atria Orchard
LUNCH SET

Kotobuki Coffee at Wisma Atria Orchard
Katsu Jyu

Kotobuki Coffee at Wisma Atria Orchard
Yakiniku Don

WILL: After my session on underarm IPL, Abbey and I went to Wisma Atria for our lunch. 

A big banner at the escalator advertises that Kotobuki having a set lunch for S$9.90+ with free flow of salad, tea and coffee. Well, who will not grab that deal right? 

Before Katsu Jyu was serve on my table, we straight away go to the salad table and I fell for in love with their potato salad and marinates seaweeds. My tummy became full in no time. 

For Pork Katsu , the rice is amazingly heavy and the Pork Katsu is tender enough and you can swallow by two or three chew. Haha! 

This is a little bit too much for about S$10. Thanks Kotobuki. Definitely recommendable.

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Kotobuki Coffee (Orchard)

(W) http://www.kotobuki.com.sg

(H) 12PM - 10PM 

(A) 435 Orchard Road, Wisma Atria #01-18C

(T) +65-6734 7767

OMU - Japanese Omurice Restaurant Singapore at Suntec City Mall

ABBEY: The line is so long the first time we tried to eat at Omu. So we headed before the clock strikes noon. No queue. 

I ordered curry sauce omurice with chicken cutlets - lava style (yes the one where the runny scrambled egg flows to the plate once it’s cut). The curry sauce is thick and has lots of flavor. However the breading of chicken cutlets has a little burnt taste and the still can see the raw batter inside.

OMU - Japanese Omurice Restaurent Singapore
at Suntec City Mall

 OMU - Japanese Omurice Restaurent Singapore
Cream Sauce Omurice with Salmon, Spinach and Corn

OMU - Japanese Omurice Restaurent Singapore
Curry Sauce Omurice (Lava Style) with Chicken Cutlet

OMU - Japanese Omurice Restaurent Singapore
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WILL: Omu is a big craze of 2017 and we are a year late. Apologies for that readers. We made a stop at Omu located at Suntec City. 

There are two choices. Ordinary and "Lava" Style. I chose the ordinary and Abbey got the other. The egg is creamy even it is not "Lava Style". My meal comes with (of course white sauce) cream sauce, spinach, salmon and corn. The sauce is delightfully rich. The salmon cooked with consistency. Half of this plate definitely will fill up your tummy! Yup, this is a heavy meal! 

Go at Omu Rice is always packed with diners on lunch and dinner. Be aware of the timing. :)

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OMU Rice Singapore 

(W)https://omusg.com

(H)1100 - 2200

(A)3 Temasek Boulevard, Unit #01-301A/301B, Suntec City Mall

(T)9834 0079