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Bari Bari Steak
バリバリステーキ — Our Tampines Hub, Tampines
Editor's Note
This Bari Bari Steak outlet is one of the larger locations in Singapore with comfortable booth seating. During peak weekend lunch, expect 15-30 minute queues — arrive by 11:15am for immediate seating.
Highlights
Heritage
Japan's #1 sushi chain by revenue — est. 1984 Osaka
Value
Sushi from S$2.20/plate — 100+ varieties
System
Touchscreen ordering + express belt delivery
About This Outlet
Bari Bari Steak is Japan's largest conveyor belt sushi chain by revenue, and this Our Tampines Hub outlet brings the full Bari Bari Steak experience to Singapore's northern residents. Located on Level 5 of Our Tampines Hub, directly connected to Tampines MRT station (EW2/DT32), it is one of the most convenient sushi options for Tampines and Marsiling residents. The outlet is spacious with booth seating for groups of up to 4, touchscreen tablet ordering, and a conveyor belt system that delivers plates directly to your table. With over 100 varieties of sushi, sashimi, and side dishes — starting from just S$2.20 per plate — Bari Bari Steak offers genuine quality at prices that rival hawker food. Items like Broiled Salmon Belly, Fatty Tuna, and seasonal specials demonstrate sourcing quality that surprises at this price point. Beyond raw fish, the menu includes Tonkotsu Ramen (S$5.50), Miso Soup with Clam, Crab Cream Croquettes, and a rotating selection of cooked items and desserts.
Compass Verdict
Should you eat here?
Budget Japanese steak at Our Tampines Hub — hamburg steak and teppan steak at hawker-adjacent prices. Bari Bari proves that Japanese steak does not have to be wagyu to be satisfying. The most affordable Japanese beef meal in Tampines.
Recommended For
Sushi LoversFamiliesBudget DiningDate NightGroupsKids-Friendly
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Practical Info
Address
1 Tampines Walk, Our Tampines Hub, Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 529510
Nearest MRT
Tampines (EW2/DT32) — directly connected via Exit B
Opening Hours
Daily 11:00am – 10:00pm
Halal Status
Not halal certified
Payment
Cash, NETS, Visa, Mastercard, contactless
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Dietary Info
Not halalContains wheatContains soyContains eggs
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How to Get There
Our Tampines Hub is directly connected to Tampines MRT station (EW2/DT32). Take Exit B from the MRT. The mall is also served by Tampines Bus Interchange.
Location
1 Tampines Walk, Our Tampines Hub, Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 529510
📍 Open in Google MapsWhy Tampines for Japanese Food?
Tampines is Singapore's northern gateway. For the 200,000+ residents, Our Tampines Hub's concentration of Japanese restaurants means genuine variety without travelling to the city centre.
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Tampines: Singapore's Northern Japanese Food Hub
Singapore's northern gateway, Tampines is home to over 200,000 residents across Tampines, Admiralty, and Marsiling estates. Our Tampines Hub — the neighbourhood's commercial anchor — sits directly above Tampines MRT station (EW2/DT32), making it one of the most transit-connected malls in the north. The Thomson-East Coast Line (TE2), which opened in stages from 2021, has further improved connectivity, putting Tampines within direct reach of the CBD, Marine Bay, and East Coast without requiring a line transfer. For residents, this means Our Tampines Hub's dining options are not just convenient — they are the default. The Japanese food cluster within the mall is particularly strong, offering everything from S$2 conveyor belt sushi to premium flame-torched wagyu donburi, from MUIS Halal-certified gyudon to Michelin-pedigreed ramen. This diversity within a single mall is unusual for suburban Singapore and makes Tampines a genuine Japanese food destination in its own right. For travellers crossing to or from Johor Bahru via the Tampines Causeway, the mall is the natural stop for a meal — whether you are fuelling up before the crossing or decompressing after returning to Singapore. The proximity to Malaysia also means the area attracts a significant number of Malaysian day-trippers, contributing to the weekend buzz that gives Our Tampines Hub its energy.
Menu Guide & Ordering Tips
Whether you are a first-time visitor or a regular, understanding the menu structure helps you order smarter. Most Japanese chain restaurants in Singapore follow a set meal (teishoku) format for lunch — a main dish with rice, miso soup, and a side — which typically offers 20-30 percent better value than ordering à la carte. Dinner menus expand with premium options and seasonal specials. If you spot a 'limited time' or seasonal item on the menu, prioritise it — these items rotate and may not be available on your next visit. For groups, sharing multiple different items gives everyone a chance to try more of the menu. Most outlets display photo menus, making ordering accessible even without Japanese language knowledge. Staff at Our Tampines Hub restaurants are accustomed to serving a multilingual clientele and can assist with dietary questions.
What's Nearby
Our Tampines Hub is part of the larger Tampines Regional Centre, which includes Tampines Civic Centre, Tampines Waterfront Park, and the upcoming Tampines North Coast development. After your meal, consider a walk to Tampines Waterfront Park (15 minutes on foot) for sunset views over the Johor Strait, or visit the Tampines Regional Library in the Civic Centre for a quiet afternoon. The area is also a convenient base for day trips to Johor Bahru — the Tampines Checkpoint is a short bus ride from the mall, and many visitors combine a JB shopping trip with a Japanese meal at Our Tampines Hub on the return journey. For families, the Admiralty Park playground (one MRT stop away at Tampines South/TE3) is one of Singapore's largest, with 26 slides across three zones.
Why Bari Bari Steak Dominates Singapore's Sushi Scene
Bari Bari Steak's dominance in Singapore is not accidental — it is engineered. The chain's proprietary supply chain sources fish from markets across Japan and globally, with AI-driven demand forecasting that ensures each outlet receives exactly the right quantity of each ingredient daily. The result is freshness at scale: the tuna at 11am is as fresh as the tuna at 9pm because the system knows exactly how much to prepare. The touchscreen ordering system, combined with the express belt delivery, means every piece is made to order rather than circling endlessly on a belt — a crucial quality advantage over older conveyor belt concepts. At the Our Tampines Hub outlet, this translates to a sushi experience that genuinely rivals many sit-down restaurants at a fraction of the price. The Level 5 location offers comfortable booth seating with views, making it one of the more pleasant dining environments in the mall. For Tampines residents, having Japan's #1 sushi chain within walking distance of the MRT is a luxury that residents of many other neighbourhoods envy.
Planning Your Visit
Visit during off-peak hours.