Shunjuu Izakaya
What Makes It Special
About
Opened 2003 — one of Singapore's first authentic yakitori. Still one of the best because of 20+ years of consistency. The aged tare sauce is a living condiment no technique can shortcut.
160 items total, 70+ kushiyaki types. Foie gras skewer is the most famous. Kaki buta maki (oyster-pork) is the signature. Plus sashimi, fried dishes, seasonal specials.
60 sake labels curated for sumiyaki pairing. Includes rare fuguzake. Staff guide you through. Natural izakaya rhythm: edamame → skewers → onigiri → final glass.
Robertson Quay has transformed since 2003 — Shunjuu has been here through every stage. Japanese expatriates keep coming back for 20 years because the sumiyaki is patient, traditional, and built on decades of accumulated expertise.
Binchotan — Japanese white charcoal fired at 1,000°C+. Burns for hours with no smoke. Natural flavours shine. The grill is Shunjuu's centre — not background cooking, but the main performance.
Lunch Chirashi Don (S$25) — one of Robertson Quay's best-value options. Weekday riverside lunch with sake and chirashi is one of Singapore's most pleasant midday escapes.
Recommended For
Menu Highlights
160 items total. Kushiyaki per piece/pair.
🔥 Kushiyaki Signatures
| Foie Gras ★ | ~S$12 |
| Kaki Buta Maki ★ | ~S$10 |
| Tebasaki | ~S$6 |
| Asparagus Buta Maki | ~S$8 |
| Chicken Thigh (2 pcs) | ~S$6 |
| Tontoro | ~S$6 |
| Shishamo (2 pcs) | ~S$5 |
| Salmon Head (half) | ~S$17 |
🍣 Non-Grilled
| Deep-Fried Brie Cheese | ~S$14 |
| Spicy Cod Intestine | ~S$12 |
| Seasonal Sashimi | ~S$25–35 |
| Chirashi Don (lunch) | ~S$25 |
🍶 Sake
| House Sake (300ml) | from S$29 |
| Premium Daiginjo | S$80–200+ |
| Fuguzake (rare) | Ask staff |
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Practical Information
Dietary
Your Dining Journey
Walk Along the River
Robertson Quay is the quieter sibling of Clarke Quay. Shunjuu has direct river views. Walk the promenade first. Request riverside seating when booking.
Start with Sake & Edamame
Don't rush to the grill menu. Start with cold sake (ask staff for a pairing), complimentary cabbage, edamame, and seasonal sashimi.
The Skewer Parade
Order skewers in rounds of 3-4. Start with Foie Gras (signature), then Kaki Buta Maki, Tontoro, Tebasaki. Adventurous: chicken heart + cartilage. Keep ordering — this is izakaya.
Finish with Onigiri & One Last Glass
Grilled onigiri to finish, one last sake, deep-fried brie if you have room. Step out to the riverside — Robertson Quay is most atmospheric after dark.
Editor's Note
Rewards repeat visits. Start with Foie Gras, Kaki Buta Maki, Tebasaki. Ask staff for sake pairing. Riverside seats — book specifically. Lunch Chirashi Don S$25 is hidden value. If you visit one izakaya in Singapore, make it Shunjuu.