Name: Sushi Zushi Charcoal Grill & Sushiya Westgate
Address: 3 Gateway Drive, #03-01 Westgate, Singapore, 608532, SG
Price range: $$

Question 1

Where is Sushi Zushi in Jurong?

Accepted Answer

Sushi Zushi Charcoal Grill & Sushiya is at Westgate #03-01, Level 3, 3 Gateway Drive, Singapore 608532. Connected to Jurong East MRT (EW24/JE5). This is the second outlet (first is at Funan). Walk-in only — no reservations. Opens daily in two sessions: 11:30am–4pm (last order 3:30pm) and 5:30pm–9:30pm (last order 9pm). Extended hours Fri/Sat/eve of PH: bar open 9–11pm for drinks and small bites.

Question 2

Is Sushi Zushi halal?

Accepted Answer

No. Sushi Zushi is NOT halal-certified. The menu is primarily raw fish (sushi, sashimi). For halal Japanese in Jurong, try Sukiya or Pepper Lunch (MUIS certified at JEM and Jurong Point), or Monster Planet (halal curry at JEM).

Question 3

How much does Sushi Zushi cost?

Accepted Answer

Sushi Zushi is remarkably affordable for the quality: nigiri and gunkan from S$2 for 2 pieces (salmon, tamago, etc.). Handrolls from S$4.50. Premium items: scallop nigiri S$9/2pcs, otoro nigiri S$12/2pcs, snow crab nigiri S$12/2pcs, uni handroll S$20, wagyu beef handroll S$9. Genshi yaki grilled items from S$6–15. Most diners spend S$20–35 per person.

Question 4

What is Genshi Yaki?

Accepted Answer

Genshi Yaki (原始焼き) is a traditional Japanese cooking method where seafood is skewered and grilled vertically over a sand pit (sunaba) using binchotan charcoal. The vertical positioning allows the natural fats and juices to drip down slowly, basting the seafood as it cooks. This method is rarely seen in Singapore — Sushi Zushi's Westgate outlet is one of the few places offering it. Items include whole tiger prawns, scallops, seasonal fish like sea bream and saba, and miso cod.

Question 5

What makes Sushi Zushi's rice special?

Accepted Answer

Sushi Zushi uses Hokkaido Sansanmaru rice — a premium Japanese cultivar — which is hand-beaten (not machine-mixed) twice daily to achieve the perfect shari texture. The rice is mixed with red vinegar (not standard white rice vinegar), which gives it a distinctive light brown hue and a slightly deeper, more complex vinegary flavour. This attention to shari quality — the foundation of all good sushi — is typically seen only in omakase restaurants, not casual sushi spots.

Question 6

What should I order at Sushi Zushi?

Accepted Answer

Must-try: (1) Start with affordable nigiri — salmon, engawa (flatfish fin), or anago (conger eel) at S$2/2pcs. (2) Order 2-3 handrolls — ebi fry (S$4.50), wagyu beef (S$9), and aburi engawa are standouts. (3) Try the genshi yaki charcoal-grilled tiger prawns or scallops (Westgate exclusive). (4) Splurge: otoro nigiri (S$12/2pcs) or uni handroll (S$20). (5) Pair with sake from the curated list. Tip: handrolls are filling — pace yourself.

Question 7

Does Sushi Zushi accept reservations?

Accepted Answer

No. Walk-in only at both sessions. This is a deliberate choice to maintain the casual, drop-in sushiya atmosphere. Be prepared for queues during peak hours — especially weekend dinner (5:30pm session) and Friday/Saturday extended hours. Tip: arrive 15-20 minutes before the 5:30pm session opens to secure a seat.

Question 8

What are the extended hours?

Accepted Answer

On Fridays, Saturdays, and eves of public holidays, Sushi Zushi Westgate extends its hours from 9pm to 11pm (last order 10:30pm). During extended hours, only drinks and bar snacks/small bites are served — the full sushi menu is not available. This is designed as a late-night izakaya-style wind-down with sake, Japanese whisky, and select sushi items.

Question 9

How does Sushi Zushi compare to other sushi in Jurong?

Accepted Answer

Sushi Zushi occupies a unique position: omakase-style counter experience with chef preparation visible, at prices closer to conveyor belt sushi. The shari (Hokkaido rice + red vinegar, hand-beaten) is superior to all conveyor belt chains. The genshi yaki charcoal grill is completely unique in Jurong. The counter seating creates an intimate experience. Compared to Sushi Tei (full-service, broader menu, S$25-40) and conveyor chains (Sushiro/Genki/Sen Sen, S$15-25), Sushi Zushi sits in between — more refined than the chains but more accessible than Sushi Tei.

Question 10

Is Sushi Zushi kid-friendly?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat. Counter seating may not be ideal for very young children. The menu is predominantly raw fish — cooked options are limited to handrolls (ebi fry, chicken karaage) and genshi yaki grilled items. There are no kids' meals. Best suited for older children who enjoy sushi or for adult date nights.

Question 11

What is the dining format?

Accepted Answer

Sushi Zushi features two counter islands where chefs prepare sushi directly in front of diners. Sushi is served by hand onto wooden trays on the countertop — omakase-style presentation. However, you order a la carte from a digital menu (QR code), not omakase-style chef's selection. This hybrid format gives you the intimacy and theatre of omakase with the freedom and affordability of a la carte.

Salmon / Tamago / Inari / Ebi	S$2
Aka Ebi / Tuna / Unagi	~S$4-6
Engawa (Flatfish Fin)	~S$4-6
Anago (Conger Eel)	~S$4-6
Scallop	S$9
Otoro (Tuna Belly) ★	S$12
Snow Crab	S$12

Standard (6 varieties)	S$4.50
Mid-Tier (4 varieties)	~S$5-7
Wagyu Beef ★	S$9
Aburi Foie Gras ★	~S$12-15
Uni and Ikura ★★	S$20

Tiger Prawn (whole)	~S$8-12
Scallops	~S$8-10
Miso Cod ★	~S$12-15
Seasonal Fish	~S$10-14

Sake (glass)	~S$10-18
Sake (bottle)	~S$40-80
Whisky	~S$12-20
Beer	~S$10-14

Feature	Westgate ★	Funan (CBD)
Genshi Yaki	Exclusive!	-
Space	Larger	Smaller
Late Night	Fri/Sat 11pm	-
Sake	Expanded	Standard
Queue	Busy weekends	Very busy
Verdict	★ More complete	If in CBD

Sushi Zushi

Why Sushi Zushi is a Must-Visit

About Sushi Zushi

Recommended For

Menu & Pricing

Nigiri & Gunkan (2 pcs)

Handrolls (19 types)

Genshi Yaki (Westgate Only)

Sake and Drinks

Queue Strategy

Your Dining Journey

Queue

Counter Seat

Start with Shari

Handrolls

Genshi Yaki

Sake at the Bar

Funan vs Westgate

Budget Guide

Practical Information

Dietary Information

🕌 Halal

Understanding the Craft

🍣 Sushiya: The Sushi Counter

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Editor's Note

Photos

Location

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Feature	Sushi Zushi	Sen Sen Sushi	Sushiro	Sushi Tei
Format	Counter	Shinkansen	Conveyor	Full + Belt
Rice	★★★★★	★★★★	★★★	★★★
Price/pax	S$20–35	S$15–25	S$15–25	S$25–40
Grill	✅ Genshi Yaki	❌	❌	❌
Late	✅ Fri/Sat 11pm	❌	❌	❌
Best	Dates, quality	Families, fun	Budget	Celebrations