5 Japanese Restaurants (Dine-in/Delivery) For Your Christmas Feasts!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. *Cues your Christmas carols
Christmas (and New Year’s Eve) is approaching! Though festive seasons during this period will be quite different from usuals and things are looking and feeling rather out-of-the-ordinary, we can still celebrate this season of giving and feasting with a small group of your loved ones and recharge yourselves for another year.
If you’re looking for the best Japanese restaurants to spend Christmas this year with those dearest to you, we’ve got you covered. Many of these have food delivery and takeaway options, or if you are looking for where to get your Japanese ingredients and groceries to whip up your own Christmas feast, here are 5 Japanese restaurants you may want to consider for your Christmas 2020 at home or out!
Dine-in, Takeaway, and Delivery options available.
A concept by Japanese fine dining restaurant, YOSHI, Nozomi (のぞみ) means “hope” in Japanese, and this place is born out of circumstance during the COVID pandemic. Nozomi by Yoshi converts their YOSHI's Kaiseki (multi-course meal revolving around seasonal produces) menu into a takeaway and delivery friendly menu at affordable prices.
If you are planning to dine in, treat yourself to a wide variety of high-quality bento boxes and donburis in a relaxing and casual atmosphere. From their signature Chirashi Don and Omakase Bento to Sashimi and Sushi Platter, and even Claypot rice, you’ll be able to treat your loved ones to a delightful feast without breaking the bank!
What’s even better? If you are considering hosting your own cozy Christmas party at home but don’t want to settle for ordinary takeaways, Nozomi by Yoshi offers delivery right to your doorstep too!
With a diverse selection available, almost everything on their dine-in menu is available for delivery. For those 18 and above and need some sake and cocktails, Nozomi by Yoshi has them for delivery as well!
From 24th to 31st December 2020, Nozomi by Yoshi has Christmas Special Bento available at $128 for delivery and $118 for dine-in!
Their Christmas Special Bento includes A5 Kagawa Wagyu Beef, Lobster Mentaiyaki, King Crab Leg, Breaded Oysters, Otoro Maguro, Narabi uni and many more!
*All Nozomi by Yoshi pictures credits: John Heng
Address:
9 Raffles Boulevard, Millenia Walk, #02-06, Singapore 039596
Contact Number:
Opening Hours:
Mondays to Sundays, 11.30am- 3pm, 5pm-9.30pm
2. Fish Mart SAKURAYA
Dine-in, Takeaway, and Delivery options available.
Fish Mart Sakuraya integrates a supermarket and restaurant and provides Japanese ingredients and Japanese cuisine to customers who love authentic Japanese food. From handmade sushi on-the-spot, drinks and desserts, Fish Mart Sakuraya is popular with Singaporeans for its fresh sashimi imported directly from Japan and authentic Japanese cuisine. One of the attractions of Fish Mart Sakuraya is that you can enjoy a wide selection of sake and shochu at a reasonable price.
From 1st December 2020 to 11th January 2021, Fish Mart Sakuraya is launching their all-time favourite Christmas specials - X’mas Sushi Cake (Salmon mentaiko roll) serving up to 3 pax, and Merry Sushi (sushi platter) serving up to 4 pax!
If you are feeling lazy to make a trip down to their stores, they have an online shop as well featuring fresh groceries and the popular Sakuraya eats! You can still be a couch potato during this festive season and wait for your items to reach you right at your doorstep!
Address:
154 West Coast Road, #B1-50 West Coast Plaza, Singapore 127371
80 Marine Parade Road, #B1-84D Parkway Parade, Singapore 449269
370 Alexandra Road, #01-32, Anchorpoint, Singapore 159953
33 Sengkang West Avenue, #02-01 The Seletar Mall, Singapore 797653
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3. Torikin
Opened in November 2014 and serving one of the best Motsunabe (もつ鍋) in Singapore, Hakata Motsunabe is one of the most popular and recommended items at Torikin. This hotpot is made from wagyu beef tripe from Southern Kyushu and cooked in their signature chicken collagen broth. Motsunabe (もつ鍋) is a type of Japanese hotpot made from beef or pork offals, and it is a signature food in the Fukuoka region.
If you are an avid fan of hotpots, skip the usual Hai Di Lao and try an authentic Japanese hotpot! It is one of my soul foods to date, and I guarantee it won’t let you down.
Torikin not only offers dine-in and takeaway, but they also offer delivery via Oddle, Foodpanda, and Grab!
If you are spending Christmas with just your partner, consider getting their Hakata Collagen Motsunabe at only $89 for 2 pax!
Address:
205 River Valley Road, #01-75 UE Square, Singapore 238274
Contact Number:
Opening Hours:
Mondays to Fridays, 5pm to 10.30pm.
Saturdays and Sundays, 12pm to 3pm and 5pm to 10.30pm.
4. Katachi Sushi
Katachi restaurant combines two concepts, Katachi Style - Authentic Japanese Traditional Kaiseki, and Katachi Sushi - intimate omakase dining experience. Katachi is one of my Japanese colleagues’ favorite Japanese restaurants in Singapore, and this alone is enough to justify how worth a visit to Katachi is.
From now till the end of December 2020, Katachi is having a Christmas Special - SEI OMAKASE SET 1-FOR-1 ($148++).
This is applicable only for dine-in! Omakase for 2 pax at $148++, what a great deal?!
If you are looking to doll up and dine in a fancy (and quiet) restaurant with your loved ones this festive month, then you should consider making a reservation at Katachi now!
Complete Your Christmas With Katachi’s Christmas Special Raspberry Basque Cheesecake (or their In-House Basque Cheesecake)!
Christmas Special Raspberry Basque Cheesecake
This is their Christmas Special and is priced at $28, available for both dine-in and takeaway!
In-House Original Basque Cheesecake
Pictures don’t do this goodness justice.
Katachi is also selling their in-house basque cheesecake for $18 (special price for dine-in customers only). Advance orders are preferred. For ala-carte orders for takeaway, you may get them at $28. Call them directly to make your orders for the cheesecake!
I have tried this personally, and I love it - skipping the log cakes this Christmas and getting this for my mini Christmas party!
Address:
15 Stamford Rd, #01-82B Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski, Singapore 178906
Contact Number For Reservations:
Opening Hours:
Daily: 12pm to 2.30pm and 6pm to 10pm.
5. Itacho Sushi
A popular sushi chain with over 40 outlets across the world and 9 outlets in Singapore, Itacho Sushi is launching their Christmas special sets from 23 November 2020 to 27 December 2020!
Starry Christmas Tree Tower ($23.80)
Shrimp-ly Symphonic Wonderland ($13.80)
Christmas Snow House ($15.80)
Spark a merry, bubbly conversation with the following key highlights that promise to be a palate-pleaser for lovers of authentic Japanese cuisine as Itacho Sushi’s chefs present a treasure trove of hand-crafted festive specialties, the perfect merry drop for merry occasions like Christmas.
Dine-in and takeaway are available only! Prior reservations are advised to avoid long queues!
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