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Sushi Zanmai

📍 Raffles Holland V #03-04 · 118 Holland Ave 🍣 Affordable Sushi · Sashimi · Nabe 💰 $$ · S$10–25/person ⭐ 3.8 Google Rating
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Highlights

Value
Affordable quality sushi — best value Japanese in Holland V
Unique
Spicy Pork Belly Nabe — signature hotpot dish
First SG outlet
36+ outlets in Malaysia, first in Singapore

About

Sushi Zanmai (寿司三昧, meaning "sushi indulgence") is a well-known Japanese restaurant chain that built its reputation in Malaysia with over 36 outlets before expanding to Singapore. The Holland Village outlet at Raffles Holland V (#03-04, 118 Holland Avenue) marks its first Singapore location — and it immediately distinguishes itself as the most affordable quality Japanese dining option in the Holland Village area. Where Ippudo and Matsukiya cater to the premium segment (S$20-60/person), Sushi Zanmai delivers genuinely good sushi, sashimi, and hot dishes at mid-range prices (S$10-25/person) that make it accessible for regular dining.

The menu is extensive and covers the full spectrum of Japanese cuisine: sashimi platters (the Oki Sashimi Moriawase at S$29.80 features salmon, tuna, otoro, squid, kanpachi, and scallops), sushi rolls, donburi, ramen, udon, tempura, and — uniquely — Japanese nabe (hotpot). The Spicy Japanese Pork Belly Nabe (S$15.80) is a standout: a rich, mildly Sichuan-spiced broth loaded with thinly sliced pork belly, tofu, mushrooms, and vegetables. It is hearty, warming, and unlike anything else available in Holland Village's Japanese dining landscape. The sashimi quality is consistently good for the price — thick-cut slices, fresh fish, and generous portions that contrast with the smaller, more refined presentations at premium outlets.

Recommended For

Budget Japanese Families Nabe/Hotpot Lovers Value Sashimi

Menu & Pricing

ItemPriceNotes
Spicy Pork Belly Nabe
Signature — spicy broth with pork belly, tofu, veg
S$15.80Signature
Oki Sashimi Moriawase
6-variety sashimi platter — salmon, tuna, otoro, squid, kanpachi, scallop
S$29.80Premium sharing
Salmon Sashimi Set
Thick-cut salmon sashimi with rice and soup
S$14.80Popular
Chirashi Don
Assorted sashimi on sushi rice
S$16.80Value
Tempura Set
Assorted tempura with rice and miso soup
S$12.80Classic

* Prices subject to GST + service charge. Menu may vary.

Practical Info

Location
Raffles Holland V, 118 Holland Avenue, #03-04, Singapore 278997
Hours
Daily: 11:30am – 10pm
MRT
Holland Village MRT (CC21) — 3 min walk
Payment
Cash, cards, PayNow

Dietary Info

Not Halal Contains pork dishes Chicken, seafood options

Your Visit

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Best Value Japanese in Holland V

For budget-conscious diners, Sushi Zanmai is the answer: Chirashi Don (S$16.80), Tempura Set (S$12.80), or the Spicy Pork Belly Nabe (S$15.80, enough for 1-2 people). For groups: the Oki Sashimi Moriawase (S$29.80) offers 6 types of sashimi at a fraction of premium restaurant prices. This is genuine quality Japanese food at prices that make regular dining feasible.

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Editor's Note

Our honest take

Sushi Zanmai fills an essential gap in Holland Village's Japanese dining scene: the affordable, everyday option. While One Holland Village's restaurants cater to the S$20-60 crowd, Sushi Zanmai at Raffles Holland V delivers honest, well-portioned Japanese food at S$10-25 — making it the go-to for regular weeknight Japanese meals. The Spicy Pork Belly Nabe is genuinely delicious and unique to this area. The sashimi is thick-cut and generously portioned. For Holland Village residents who love Japanese food but cannot justify premium prices every time, Sushi Zanmai is the reliable, affordable anchor.

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Sushi Zanmai: From Malaysia to Holland Village

Sushi Zanmai's journey from Malaysia to Singapore represents a fascinating cross-border expansion story in Southeast Asia's Japanese food market. The brand was established in Malaysia by the Superlandmark group and quickly became one of the country's most popular Japanese restaurant chains, with over 36 outlets across Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Johor Bahru, and other Malaysian cities. Malaysian diners — many of whom have strong connections to Singapore through family, work, and travel — frequently recommended Sushi Zanmai to their Singaporean friends, creating organic demand before the brand even arrived. The Holland Village outlet at Raffles Holland V marks Sushi Zanmai's first entry into the Singapore market. The location is strategic: Holland Village's internationally-minded dining audience is more receptive to new concepts, and the presence of multiple established Japanese restaurants (Ippudo, Sushi Tei, Sanpoutei) validates the area as a Japanese dining destination. Sushi Zanmai positions itself between budget chains (like Ichiban Sushi, S$5-15) and premium restaurants (like Ippudo, S$16-22), offering quality Japanese food at S$10-25 — the sweet spot for regular dining. The Spicy Pork Belly Nabe (S$15.80) is the dish that most effectively differentiates Sushi Zanmai from its Holland Village competitors: no other Japanese restaurant in the area offers a comparable hotpot option at this price point. The broth incorporates mild Sichuan-style spicing — a nod to Malaysia's multi-cultural food influences — while maintaining an unmistakably Japanese foundation. The pork belly is thinly sliced for quick cooking, and the accompanying tofu, mushrooms, and vegetables round out a genuinely hearty meal for under S$16. For Singaporeans who have tried Sushi Zanmai in JB (Johor Bahru) — a common cross-border dining destination — the Holland Village outlet allows them to enjoy the same quality without the Causeway crossing.

Japanese Nabe Culture: Hotpot the Japanese Way

Japanese nabe (鍋, literally 'pot') is one of Japan's most beloved cold-weather traditions — a communal hotpot experience where ingredients are simmered together at the table in a shared pot of broth. Nabe culture runs deep in Japanese society: families gather around the nabe on winter evenings, friends bond over the shared cooking experience, and the ritual of adding ingredients to the bubbling pot creates a natural rhythm to the meal. Unlike Chinese hotpot (which emphasises individual dipping and a wide variety of broths and sauces) or Korean jjigae (which tends to be smaller and spicier), Japanese nabe is typically larger, milder, and focused on letting the natural flavours of the ingredients shine in a well-crafted broth. Common nabe styles include shabu-shabu (swishing thin meat slices), sukiyaki (simmering in sweet soy broth), chanko nabe (the hearty stew eaten by sumo wrestlers), yose nabe (a free-form pot with mixed ingredients), and kimchi nabe (a Japanese adaptation of Korean flavours). Sushi Zanmai's Spicy Pork Belly Nabe takes a slightly different approach — incorporating mild Sichuan-inspired spicing that reflects Malaysia's multicultural food influences while maintaining a Japanese structural foundation. The broth is built on dashi and miso, the protein is thinly sliced Japanese-style pork belly, and the accompaniments (tofu, mushrooms, vegetables) are classically Japanese. But the chilli oil and peppercorn notes add a warmth that pushes it beyond traditional Japanese boundaries. This cross-cultural approach is not uncommon in Southeast Asian Japanese restaurants, where local palates and ingredient availability naturally shape how Japanese food is interpreted. For Holland Village diners, the nabe option at Sushi Zanmai fills a gap: no other Japanese restaurant in the immediate area offers a comparable hotpot experience at this price point. Shabu Sai at Compass One Sengkang has a full buffet format, but it is 30 minutes away by MRT. Sushi Zanmai's nabe brings this warming, communal Japanese experience to Holland Village's doorstep.

Holland Village Japanese Dining Price Guide 2026

Holland Village offers Japanese dining across every price tier — from affordable everyday meals to premium splurges. Here is your complete 2026 price guide organized by budget. Under S$15/person (Budget Tier): Sushi Zanmai — Tempura Set S$12.80, Spicy Pork Belly Nabe S$15.80, Chirashi Don S$16.80. This is the most affordable quality Japanese in the area. Also: Yatsudoki — apple pie S$6.80, financier S$3.50 (dessert only). S$15–25/person (Mid-Range): Sanpoutei Ramen — Niigata Shoyu S$15, W Tonkotsu S$16-20. Sushi Tei — individual dishes S$12-30, comprehensive 370+ menu. Tsujiri Premium — matcha café meals S$8-20. Hoshino Coffee — soufflé pancakes, yoshoku meals S$12-22. S$25–45/person (Premium): Ippudo — Hakata tonkotsu S$16-22 + starters. Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu — beef cutlet S$25-55 (Sirloin S$25 is accessible). Matsukiya — kushiyaki S$20-40 depending on selection. S$45+/person (Luxury): Ginkyō by Kinki — modern fusion with cocktails S$30-60+. Matsukiya with wagyu and premium sake S$40-80+. Gyukatsu Katsugyu A5 Miyazaki Wagyu S$55+. The beauty of Holland Village's Japanese dining scene is that it covers this entire spectrum within a 5-minute walking radius. You can have a S$13 tempura set at Sushi Zanmai for weekday lunch and a S$60 omakase-style experience at Ginkyō for Saturday date night — all without leaving the neighbourhood. No other suburban area in Singapore matches this range and quality of Japanese dining options.

Why Sushi Zanmai Works for Regular Dining

The economics of Japanese dining in Holland Village create an interesting dynamic. Premium outlets like Ippudo (S$16-22), Gyukatsu Katsugyu (S$25-55), and Ginkyō (S$30-60) deliver exceptional experiences but are not sustainable for weekly visits on most budgets. Sushi Zanmai at S$10-25 hits the sweet spot where quality remains genuinely good but prices allow for regular dining — twice a week rather than twice a month. The thick-cut sashimi, the hearty nabe, and the generous portions make each visit feel satisfying rather than restrained. For Holland Village families, this matters enormously: a family of four can eat well at Sushi Zanmai for S$50-70, versus S$80-120 at Sushi Tei or S$100-200 at Matsukiya. This accessibility without compromising on the fundamentals — fresh fish, proper rice, authentic preparation — is what makes Sushi Zanmai a genuinely valuable addition to Holland Village rather than just another sushi chain.