Since 1993 — 30+ YearsCharcoal KushiyakiJapanese Expat Favourite

Kazu Sumiyaki

📍 Cuppage Plaza, 4F 🔥 Kushiyaki · Charcoal Grill · Izakaya 💰 $$–$$$ · Skewers S$4++ · Dinner ~S$50-80++

Highlights

Heritage
Since 1993 — same chef/owner 30+ years
Concept
Sumiyaki — beyond yakitori: foie gras, wagyu, seasonal
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45-min Sweet Potato — order first, eat last
Adventurous
Chicken Sashimi — raw, organic, rare outside Japan
Seasonal
Weekly specials from Japan — always something new
Clientele
Japanese expat favourite — packed every night for 30 years

About Kazu Sumiyaki

Kazu Sumiyaki — Cuppage Plaza institution since 1993, same Japanese chef/owner 30+ years. 'Sumiyaki' = charcoal-grilled. Beyond yakitori: foie gras, wagyu, Hokkaido scallops, seasonal fish, and items found nowhere else in Singapore.

Signature: 45-min Slow Sweet Potato (order first). Foie Gras skewer — crisp outside, creamy inside. Hokkaido Hotate Bacon with cheese. Tontoro Ringo. For the adventurous: Chicken Sashimi — raw, organic, within 15 hours.

Weekly seasonal specials from Japan. Staff guide orders by budget. Warm, intimate, un-fancy: wood interior, muted lighting, counter seats, curated sake. A Tokyo izakaya on Orchard Road — 30 years and counting.

Recommended For

Charcoal Grill LoversIzakaya AtmosphereAdventurous EatersJapanese ExpatsGroups & After-WorkSake & WhiskySeasonal Produce Lovers

Menu & Pricing

Signature Skewers

Other Favourites

All prices approximate. Extensive menu. Staff can recommend by budget.

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Practical Info

Address
5 Koek Road, #04-05, Cuppage Plaza, Singapore 228796
Nearest MRT
Somerset (NS23) — 5 min walk
Reservation
Essential. Bistrochat/email/phone. S$35 no-show fee.
Opening Hours
  • Mon–Sat: 6pm–11pm
  • Sun: Closed
Same Floor
Kemuri (#04-04) — charcoal kappo next door
Tip
Order Sweet Potato FIRST — 30-45 min wait!

Dietary Info

Not halalChicken, pork, beef, foie grasRaw chicken availableVegetable skewersAlcohol (sake, whisky)

Photos

Kushiyaki skewers charcoal Foie gras skewer seared Slow sweet potato 45 min Hokkaido hotate cheese bacon Warm intimate counter Tontoro ringo pork apple Wagyu steak charcoal Chicken sashimi raw Nama tsukune meatball Sake selection Okonomiyaki Pink pork belly Japanese tomato charcoal Lettuce miso sauce starter Garlic fried rice Yaki crepe goma ice cream Seasonal special Chef at grill Whole uni fresh Cuppage Plaza 4th floor

Location

5 Koek Road, #04-05, Cuppage Plaza, Singapore 228796

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Your Evening at Kazu

01

Sit Down, Order Sweet Potato

Rule #1: Order the Sweet Potato immediately. 30-45 min wait. It will be your finale. Meanwhile: sake, miso lettuce starter, and let the staff guide your menu.

02

The Skewer Procession

Skewers arrive hot, naturally paced. Foie Gras: golden crust, cream inside. Hotate Bacon: scallop, crispy bacon, melted cheese. Tontoro Ringo: pork + apple. You're in a Tokyo izakaya on Cuppage's 4th floor. Both true.

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The Seasonal Discoveries

Weekly specials show Kazu's depth: whole Hokkaido uni, seasonal oysters, the legendary S$10 tomato. Ask staff what's special tonight. Come next week: different menu. That's why regulars return for 10-20 years.

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The Sweet Potato Arrives

40 minutes later: sweet potato arrives. Golden, caramelised, creamy as custard. Eat with a spoon. Simplest thing on the menu, arguably the best. Bill: S$60-120 for two. Leave Cuppage planning your next visit.

Editor's Note

Honest take from Umami Compass

Kazu is Cuppage's anchor — 30 years of consistent quality. Charcoal grilling is excellent. Foie gras, sweet potato, hotate bacon are non-negotiable. Chicken sashimi is rare in Singapore. 4F next to Kemuri — best charcoal corridor in Singapore. Dishes arrive slowly (grilled to order) — enjoy the pace. vs Nanbantei: Kazu has broader range and seasonal surprises. Choose Nanbantei for purity; Kazu for adventure and the sweet potato.

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