Name: Royal Host
Address: 391 Orchard Road, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, #B2-25/26, Singapore, 238872, SG
Telephone: +65 6908 1339
Price range: $$

Question 1

What is Royal Host?

Accepted Answer

Royal Host is one of Japan's most beloved family restaurant chains, established in Fukuoka in 1971. With over 200 outlets across Japan from Hokkaido to Okinawa, it specialises in 'yoshoku' — Japanese-Western fusion cuisine featuring dishes like Hamburg Steak, Omurice (omelette rice), pasta, and gratin. The Takashimaya outlet is their second international location after Jewel Changi Airport, opened December 2024.

Question 2

Where is Royal Host at Takashimaya?

Accepted Answer

Basement 2, #B2-25/26, Takashimaya Shopping Centre (Ngee Ann City), 391 Orchard Road, Singapore 238872. Orchard MRT (NS22) connects underground. The restaurant occupies the former Genki Sushi space with warm wood-panelled interiors seating approximately 80 diners.

Question 3

How much does Royal Host cost?

Accepted Answer

Hamburg Steak from S$24. Omurice from S$26.80. Pasta from S$26.40. Sirloin Steak S$64.80. Soups from S$7.80. Desserts from S$10.80. Most diners spend S$30–50. Prices before 10% service charge and 9% GST. Higher than typical Japanese chains but delivers a more upscale experience.

Question 4

What should I order at Royal Host?

Accepted Answer

Must-tries: (1) 'ROYAL' Hamburg Steak (S$24–29.80) — premium steak-grade beef, choice of Brown Butter, Black Pepper (SG exclusive), or Wa-Fu Japanese sauce. The signature dish. (2) 'ROYAL' Omurice with Demiglace Sauce (S$26.80) — fluffy scrambled eggs over ketchup rice. (3) 'ROYAL' Onion Gratin Soup (S$7.80) — Marilyn Monroe's favourite. (4) Pasta with Seafood & Mentaiko Sauce (S$29.40).

Question 5

Is Royal Host halal?

Accepted Answer

No. Royal Host is not halal-certified. Pork items are on the menu. For halal Japanese near Takashimaya: Sukiya at 313@Somerset (5 min walk, MUIS halal gyudon).

Question 6

What is yoshoku?

Accepted Answer

Yoshoku (洋食) means 'Western food' in Japanese — but it refers specifically to Western dishes that have been adapted and refined through Japanese culinary sensibilities over more than a century. Hamburg Steak, omurice, Japanese curry rice, korokke (croquettes), and Napolitan pasta are all yoshoku classics. These dishes taste distinctly different from their Western originals — they are typically more umami-forward, more delicately seasoned, and presented with Japanese attention to detail. Royal Host is one of Japan's premier yoshoku restaurants.

Question 7

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

Daily: 10am to 10pm. Open seven days including public holidays. QR code ordering at the table. Walk-in usually fine for weekday lunch; weekends may have a 15–20 min wait.

Question 8

Is Royal Host suitable for families?

Accepted Answer

Yes — it is literally a Japanese 'family restaurant' (famiresu). The warm, cosy interior is welcoming for all ages. Omurice is a perennial children's favourite in Japan. The Hamburg Steak is mild and appealing. The setting is more refined than a food court but relaxed enough for families. Approximately 80 seats with comfortable spacing.

Question 9

What's the Marilyn Monroe connection?

Accepted Answer

Royal Host's 'ROYAL' Onion Gratin Soup was famously enjoyed by Marilyn Monroe during her honeymoon in Japan in 1954. She reportedly ordered it for three consecutive days. The restaurant still celebrates this connection — the recipe has remained unchanged since then.

Question 10

How does Royal Host compare to Hoshino Coffee?

Accepted Answer

Both serve Japanese-Western fusion but at different tiers. Royal Host is a full restaurant with premium mains (Hamburg Steak, Sirloin Steak, Omurice — S$25–65 range). Hoshino Coffee is more of a café-restaurant focused on hand-dripped coffee, souffle pancakes, and lighter meals (S$15–25). For a proper sit-down dinner, Royal Host. For brunch or coffee and dessert, Hoshino.

★ ROYAL Hamburg Steak	S$24–29.80
★ ROYAL Omurice	S$26.80–30.80
ROYAL Sirloin Steak	S$64.80
Seafood Mentaiko Pasta	S$29.40
Salmon Ikura Pasta	S$30.80

French Toast Banana	S$22.00
Crème Brûlée Parfait	S$12.80

Royal Host — Takashimaya

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