Name: Ganko Sushi
Address: 9 Penang Road, #01-01, UBS Building, Singapore, 238459, SG
Telephone: +65 8828 2280
Price range: $$-$$$

Question 1

What is Ganko Sushi?

Accepted Answer

Ganko Sushi (がんこ寿司, 'Stubborn Sushi') is a 60-year-old Osaka sushi institution with over 100 outlets in Japan and Hong Kong. The Singapore branch at 9 Penang Road, Dhoby Ghaut, is their 101st outlet and first in Southeast Asia. Unlike the family-friendly conveyor-belt format in Japan, the Singapore branch is a 40-seat upscale restaurant with counter, table, and private room seating. Seafood is air-flown from Osaka's fish market 3 times weekly. The name 'Ganko' (stubborn) reflects their insistence on using only the freshest ingredients and traditional techniques — including 200-year-old Chidori vinegar for sushi rice.

Question 2

How much does Ganko Sushi cost?

Accepted Answer

Omakase: Chef's Value S$98++ (14 courses), Sushi Omakase S$130++ (15 courses), Premium S$150++ (12 courses with premium ingredients). À la carte: Sushi Platter 8 Types S$40++, Seafood Rice Bowl S$33++, individual sushi from ~S$3++. Lunch sets from S$30++ (weekdays). All prices subject to service charge and GST.

Question 3

Where is Ganko Sushi?

Accepted Answer

9 Penang Road, #01-01, UBS Building, Singapore 238459. Ground floor with floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Nearest MRT: Dhoby Ghaut (CC/NE/NS lines), about 3 minutes walk via Exit B. Close to Plaza Singapura.

Question 4

How fresh is the seafood?

Accepted Answer

Air-flown from Osaka's Central Fish Market 3 times per week. The restaurant uses Chidori vinegar (千鳥酢, made from a 200-year-old recipe) for sushi rice and marunaka shoyu (丸中醤油, handcrafted natural soy sauce). They serve Murasaki uni (which is cleaner and sweeter than Bafun uni) and the tamagoyaki is handmade to be airy like chiffon cake rather than dense.

Question 5

Does Ganko have a private room?

Accepted Answer

Yes — a private dining room is available for business meetings and celebrations. The main dining area seats about 40 with both counter and table seating. Book via Chope or call +65 8828 2280.

Question 6

How does Ganko compare to other omakase in Orchard?

Accepted Answer

Ganko occupies the middle ground: more spacious and accessible than intimate counter-only spots like Katachi or Sushi Masa, but more authentic than chain sushi restaurants. The S$98++ omakase is competitive for 14 courses. The 60-year Osaka heritage and 3× weekly sourcing are genuine differentiators. Compared to Katachi (S$68++, 11 seats), Ganko is more formal and spacious. Compared to Ginza Sushi Ichi (Michelin ★, S$130++), Ganko is more casual and affordable. Its sweet spot is the well-balanced omakase that includes appetisers, sashimi, sushi, and dessert — not just nigiri.

Question 7

Do I need a reservation?

Accepted Answer

Recommended, especially for dinner and omakase. Book via Chope (4.4 rating, 99+ reviews) or call +65 8828 2280. Lunch walk-ins for set meals are usually possible on weekdays.

Question 8

Is Ganko Sushi halal?

Accepted Answer

No. The menu includes raw fish, seafood, and alcohol.

Sushi Platter 8 Types	S$40++
Chirashi Don	S$33++
Weekday Lunch Set	From S$30++
Scallop w/ Sudachi	S$7++
Lotus Root Manju	S$8++
Sushi (per piece)	From ~S$3++

Ganko Sushi

Highlights

About Ganko Sushi

Recommended For

Menu & Pricing

Omakase

À La Carte

Practical Info

Dietary Info

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Location

Your Sushi Journey

Arrive at Penang Road

Choose Your Path

The Osaka Difference

Wagyu, Dessert, Departure

Return for Lunch

Editor's Note

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Chef's Value (14 courses)	S$98++
Sushi Omakase (15 courses)	S$130++
Premium (12 courses)	S$150++