Name: Next Shikaku Westgate
Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #B1-28 Westgate, Singapore, 608532, SG
Telephone: +6565925060
Price range: $$$

Question 1

What is Next Shikaku?

Accepted Answer

Next Shikaku is an oyster ramen specialist from Osaka, Japan. Their original location is on Sennichimae Doguyasuji (the famous kitchenware street) in central Osaka. The Westgate B1-28 outlet is their Singapore debut and only outlet outside Japan. The entire concept revolves around Japanese oysters: the broth is made from a large quantity of the freshest Japanese oysters, creating an umami-rich, oceanic ramen experience unlike anything else in Singapore. They also offer an immersive dining experience with futuristic LED projections throughout the restaurant.

Question 2

Where is Next Shikaku in Jurong?

Accepted Answer

Westgate B1-28, Basement 1, 3 Gateway Drive, Singapore 608532. Connected to Jurong East MRT (EW24/JE5). The restaurant is long and narrow with limited seating, giving it an exclusive boutique feel. The interior features dim lighting and futuristic LED screen projections. Phone: +65 6592 5060. Reservations via Chope recommended.

Question 3

Is Next Shikaku halal?

Accepted Answer

No. Next Shikaku is NOT halal. The broth contains pork and chicken elements alongside oyster. For halal ramen in Jurong, visit Tokyo Shokudo (Westgate L3, halal certified, 9+ ramen flavours).

Question 4

What are the three ramen types?

Accepted Answer

Next Shikaku offers 3 signature styles: (1) KOERU (超える, 'to surpass') — Rich oyster broth ramen. Creamy, dense, umami-heavy. The oyster broth is blended with pork and chicken for a velvety, buttery soup. The most popular choice. (2) IKASU (活かす, 'to bring alive') — Clear oyster broth ramen. 100% pure oyster broth with no pork/chicken blending. Lighter, more refined, with a subtle pleasant bitterness and natural oceanic richness. Comes with prawn dumplings. (3) ASOBU (遊ぶ, 'to play') — Oyster broth dipping ramen (tsukemen). Thick cold noodles with concentrated hot oyster dipping broth. The most playful option.

Question 5

How much does Next Shikaku cost?

Accepted Answer

Premium ramen pricing: ramen bowls approximately S$18-24, meat sushi S$8-12, side dishes S$6-10. Most diners spend S$22-30 per person. This is positioned as a premium, destination ramen experience — comparable to Ippudo pricing but with a completely unique oyster concept.

Question 6

What makes the noodles special?

Accepted Answer

Next Shikaku uses hand-kneaded, low-hydration noodles (45% hydration ratio). Low hydration means the dough is very dry and difficult to knead by hand — most ramen shops use machines for this. The result: medium-thick, wavy, slightly flat noodles with a firm, chewy, tacky bite that clings to your teeth and grips the broth beautifully. The earthy wheat flavour is pronounced. These noodles are shaped like linguine — wider and flatter than typical ramen noodles.

Question 7

Is the oyster flavour overwhelming?

Accepted Answer

No. Multiple reviewers — including self-described oyster haters — were pleasantly surprised. The oyster flavour is present as a deep umami richness and oceanic sweetness, not as a fishy or sharp oyster smell. One reviewer noted: there is no signature sharp oyster smell. The Koeru (rich broth) has more pronounced oyster character, while the Ikasu (clear broth) is more subtle and refined. If you dislike raw oysters, you may still enjoy this ramen because the oyster is expressed through the broth, not as a raw texture.

Question 8

What is the immersive experience?

Accepted Answer

Next Shikaku features a futuristic LED screen at the entrance and throughout the dimly-lit restaurant, displaying swirling patterns and abstract visuals. The atmosphere is described as more like a lounge bar or planetarium than a traditional ramen shop. Opinions are divided: some find it atmospheric and Instagram-worthy, others describe it as too dark (like a sleazy bar stuck in early 2000s). The darkness does make it hard to see your food clearly. The experience is intentional — borrowed from the Osaka original.

Question 9

How does Next Shikaku rank?

Accepted Answer

Highly rated by ramen specialists: Ah Boy Like Ramen gave it 95/100. Rubbish Eat Rubbish Grow called it Top 5 ramen in Singapore. The broth was described as so rich, buttery, addictive I finished it to the last drop and 10/10. However, some reviewers were less impressed: one specialist blogger found it less oyster-ly than Konjiki Hototogisu and kinda underwhelming for a specialist. Consensus: the Koeru broth is excellent, the noodles are exceptional, but expectations should be calibrated — this is refined oyster umami, not in-your-face oyster.

Question 10

Does Next Shikaku accept reservations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Reservations available through Chope. Recommended as the restaurant has limited seating (long and narrow space). Walk-ins also accepted but may require waiting during peak hours.

Question 11

What else is on the menu besides ramen?

Accepted Answer

Beyond the 3 ramen types: broiled meat sushi (beef sushi — seared just enough to unlock raw meat umami, described as comparable to specialty sushi houses), chicken karaage (crispy outside, juicy inside), and various sides. The meat sushi is a genuine highlight that adds variety to the ramen-focused menu.

KOERU ★★★ (Rich)	~S$18-22
IKASU ★★ (Clear)	~S$18-22
ASOBU ★ (Tsukemen)	~S$18-22

Meat Sushi ★	~S$8-12
Karaage	~S$6-8

Restaurant	Style	Broth	Price
Next Shikaku	Osaka Oyster	Oyster	S$22-30
Ippudo	Hakata	Tonkotsu	S$18-28
Menya Musashi	Tokyo	Dual Soup	S$17-25
Ajisen	Kumamoto	Senmiyu	S$14-20
Tokyo Shokudo ☪️	Halal	No Pork	S$13-20

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