Adapted from source: @krystal.heng
Deciding on where to eat with a group of friends is one of the most pertinent #firstworldproblems we go through. With everyone having different preferences in food, there’s bound to be disagreements – but if it’s the one thing that everyone agrees on, it’s value-for-money nosh.
We’ve compiled a list of the best deals in Japanese, Korean and Thai restaurants for you and your squad to choose from. So you can have a delicious dinner, and save money.
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Located at Bugis, ROCKU Yakiniku offers buffets combining traditional Japanese dining with modern charcoal grill and BBQ.
A popular item here is Wagyu beef – despite the additional $5.90 for that marbled goodness. If you’re into live music, pop by during their Open Mic Wednesdays, where they provide a stage for musicians to show off their talents. Be entertained, or be the entertainment – your choice!
ROCKU Yakiniku
Address: #04-06 Bugis+, 201 Victoria St, Bugis Junction, Singapore 188067
Telephone: 6634 3313
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm | Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 5:30pm – 11pm | Sat: 12pm – 11pm | Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Prices:
Weekdays: Lunch: $15.9 | Dinner: $29.9 (Adults), $15.9 (Kids under 9 years old)
Weekends/ PH/ Eve of PH: Lunch: $21.9 | Dinner: $32.9
Offer: 50% off for 2nd diner* | 10% off total bill with minimum spend of $100
Validity: *Until 31 May 2017 | Until 31 Dec 2017, excluding eve of and on PH/special occasions
T&C: 1. Offer is valid for dine-in only and it’s capped at 15-pax. Not valid for private events and takeaways.
Find out more here.
Kaisen Tei’s Signature Kaisendon. Source: @marchingseason
Kaisen Tei specialises in Japanese rice bowls, with the star of the show being their Signature Kaisendon ($16), featuring 3 different types of cubed sashimi – salmon, mekajii (swordfish), and maguro (tuna) – topped with fish roe.
If you fancy something to warm your belly, opt for the Pork Katsu Curry ($16.80) with umami Kurobuta pork.
P.S.: Kaisen Tei only uses filtered water to prepare dishes, which makes for cleaner food!
Kaisen Tei by MOF
Address: 313 Orchard Road, #03-41, 313@somerset, 313@Somerset, 238895
Telephone: 6836 5612
Opening Hours: Daily: 11:30am – 10pm
Offer: 15% off total bill with minimum spend of $60
Validity: Until 31 July 2017 excluding eve of and on PHs
Find out more here.
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Why settle for a standard hotpot meal with a plain view of 4 walls, when you can opt for to dine facing Sentosa’s waterfront at Shabuya? They have 5 different types of broths: the light Shabu Shabu, sweet Sukiyaki, pork-based Butaniku, spicy Wasabi, and lastly, the miso flavoured Touyo Miso.
Try Wagyu Beef and dip it in their homemade wakame, sesame oil, and chilli oil dressing.
Shabuya
Address:1 Harbourfront Walk, #01-102/103, Vivocity, Singapore 098585
Telephone: 6377 0070
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri Lunch: 12pm – 3pm, Dinner: 6pm – 10 pm | Sat, Sun & PH Lunch: 11:30am – 4pm, Dinner: 6pm – 10pm
Price: A la carte menu varies | Eat all you want weekend brunch, (Adult) $49.9, (Child) $24.9
Offer: 50% off 2nd diner* | 10% off total bill with minimum spend of S$100
Validity: *Until 31 May 2017 | Until 31 Dec 2017, excluding eve of and on PHs/special occasions
Find out more here.
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Overlooking a panoramic view of Sentosa Island, Tajimaya Yakiniku is the place to be for authentic Japanese charcoal grill. While there is an a-la-carte menu for choosier people, the eat-all-you-want weekend brunch has a pretty darn luxurious spread which includes unlimited Premium Black Angus, Kurobuta Pork, and 3 kinds of Sashimi.
Check out our review of Tajimaya’s weekend buffet brunch here!
Tajimaya Yakiniku
Address: 1 Harbourfront Walk #01-102/103 Vivocity
Telephone: 6377 0070
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 12pm – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm | Sat – Sun: 11:30pm – 4pm, 6pm – 10pm
Price: A la carte varies | Eat all you want weekend brunch, (Adult) $49.9++, (Child) $24.9++
Offer: 50% off 2nd Yakiniku set for two* | 10% off total bill with min. spend of S$100^
Validity: *Until 31 May 2017, from Sun – Thur for maximum of 2 redemptions | ^Until 31 Dec 2017 excluding eve of and on PH/special occasions
Find out more here.
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Ladies will be especially happy that you can now eat and look after your skin at the same time. The collagen broth at Danro Collagen Hotpot Buffet is made from boiling the bones of both chicken and pork to extract collagen, which in turn transforms the broth into a milky thick soup.
The free-flow meats are all non-marinated, but with over ten types of sauces, you’ll be able to mix and match to concoct your own personalised dip!
Danro Collagen Hotpot Buffet
Address: 17 Petir Road, #01-13/14 Hillion Mall Singapore 678278
Telephone: 6265 7790
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11:30am – 10pm | Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 11pm | Sun: 11:30am – 10pm
Prices:
Weekdays: Lunch: Adult $15.90, Child 4-10 years old $9.90 | Dinner: Adult $24.90, Child 4-10 years old $9.90
Weekends/ PH/ Eve of PH All Day: Adult $24.90, Child 4-10 years old $11.90
Student Promo: $12.9 for students aged 18 and below with student card
Promotion Timing: Mon – Fri: 11:30am – 5pm | Sat – Sun: 11:30am – 1pm | Not available on eve of PH and on PH.
Offer: 15% off subtotal bill with minimum spend of S$60
Validity: Until 30 May 2017, excluding eve of and on PH
T&C: DBS / POSB Credit/Debit card must be presented before ordering, only valid for dine-ins
Find out more here
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If you’re the health-conscious sort that steers clear of MSG, chemicals, preservatives, flavourings or artificial flavourings… then MOF My Izakaya is the one for you.
Right now they’re doing promotions every single day. So whether you fancy sashimi, bentos, ramen or just desserts – pick your day and get your deal! Find further details here.
MOFの My Izakaya
Address: 176 Orchard Road #02-53, The Centrepoint, Singapore 238843
Telephone: 6784 5156
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11:30am – 10pm | Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 10:30pm | Sun: 11:30am – 10pm
Offer: 15% off subtotal bill with min. spend of $60
Validity: Until 30 May 2017, excluding eve of and on PH
Find out more here
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Known as the “House of Hot Pot”, Suki-ya offers 4 soup bases for you to choose from – with the Shabu Shabu and Sukiyaki standing out from the others. While the Shabu Shabu is light and refreshing, the Sukiyaki is a richer savoury-sweet broth with a soy-sauce base.
Among the limitless meat and veg, remember to save room for the delicious cheese balls! Best eaten piping hot from the pot, those balls of happiness will ooze melted cheese once you sink your teeth into them.
Suki-ya
Address: 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-183B/C, Singapore 039594
Telephone: 6337 9969
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11:30am – 3pm, 6pm – 10pm | Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 10pm | Sun: 11:30am – 10pm
Prices:
Weekdays: Lunch: $18.90 (80 mins | Dinner $24.90 (100 mins)
Weekends/ PH/ Eve of PH: Lunch $20.90 (80 mins) | Dinner $26.90 (80 mins)
Offer: 50% off 2nd dinner for weekday lunch* | 10% off total bill with min. spend of S$60^
Validity: *Until 30 Jun 2017 at all outlets except Plaza Singapura and Bugis+ | ^Until 31 Dec 17 excluding eve of and on PH/special occasions
T&C: *Valid with minimum spend of $50 before service charge and GST | ^Valid for maximum of 6 diners for dine-in only
Find out more here
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With an interior reminiscent of the streets of Kyoto, Kuro Izakaya will have you surrounded by all things authentically Japanese. A top favourite here is the Onsen Tamango ($12), a small plate comprised of an onsen egg with various other components in a martini glass.
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Other food worth mentioning is the Miso Buta Yaki ($16), a hearty don with tender slices of pork belly. Mix in the runny egg yolk with the meat and rice, and you’ll get a saucy and savoury mouth-feel.
Kuro Izakaya
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-604/605, Suntec City Tower 3, Singapore 038983
Telephone: 6235 1066
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5pm – 10pm | Fri: 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5pm – 11pm | Sat: 12pm – 2:30pm, 5pm – 10pm | Closed on Sundays
Offer: 50% off Ramen ordered* | 10% off total bill with minimum spend of $100^
Validity: *Until 31 May 2017, dinner only | ^Until 31 Dec 17, excluding eve of and on PH/ special occasions
Find out more here
Located along Singapore River, Talay Thai is one of the first Thai Tapas restaurants to open in Singapore. It’s location in Clark Quay means that it’s a great place to chill over tapas and cocktails, while enjoying the surrounding river scene.
They’ve got over 50 items on the menu, so we’d recommend you try the Arol Mak Platter ($28) a huge appetiser platter with a bit of everything – from Thai Fish Cake to Prawn Toast, there’s something that’ll please everyone.
Talay Thai
Address: Block 3E River Valley Road, #01-05 Trader’s Market, Singapore 179024
Telephone: 6337 1838
Opening Hours: Daily: 12pm to 10:30pm
Offer: 10% off total bill with minimum spend of S$100
Validity: Until 31 Dec 2017, excluding eve of and on PH/special occasions.
Find out more here
With chefs hailing from the Land of Smiles itself, you can be sure that you’ll have a straight-up authentic dining experience at Siam Kitchen. A firm favourite is Siam Kitchen’s signature Seafood Phad Thai ($11.9) which features a handful of juicy, fresh prawns.
Read our reviews on Siam Kitchen here (6th point).
Siam Kitchen
Address: 21 Choa Chu Kang Avenue 4, #02-25, Singapore 689812
Telephone: 6766 4766
Opening Hours: Daily: 11:30am – 9:30pm
Offer: 10% off total bill with minimum spend of $50
Validity: Until 31 Dec 2017, excluding eve of and on PH/special occasions
Find out more here
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Bangkok Jam has taken the best of Thai cuisine and given it to Singaporeans. Here, they serve firm favourites such as the Chicken Pad Thai ($10.90) and the appetite-inducing Tom Yum Seafood Soup ($10).
Vegetarians aren’t forgotten either – with Bangkok Jam’s vegetarian menu, you too can get your fix of Thai favourites, such as the Vegetarian Phad Thai ($10.50), which comes with a generous amount of greens.
Bangkok Jam
Address: Great World City, 1 Kim Seng Promenade, #02-26, Singapore 237994
Telephone: 6732 3523
Opening Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11:30am – 3:30pm, 5:30pm – 9:30pm | Fri – Sun: 11:30am – 9:30pm
Offer: 10% off total bill with minimum spend of $50
Validity: Until 31 Dec 17, excluding eve of and on PH/special occasions
Find out more here.
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One thing you’ll notice about Kyoaji Dining is the close attention they give to the presentation of their food. And fittingly, it tastes as good as it looks.
If you’re in the mood for sushi, get the Shiro Maguro Aburi Maki ($22) but if you’re looking for something more filling, try the Bara Chirashi Gozen ($16), a set meal that comes complete with a seafood rice bowl, soup, salad and chawanmushi.
Kyoaji Dining
Address: 176 Orchard Road, #04-17/18 The Centrepoint, Singapore 238843
Telephone: 6694 4068
Opening Hours: Mon – Fri: 11.30AM – 3.00PM (Lunch) | 5.30PM – 10.30PM (Dinner) Sat – Sun & PH: 11.30AM – 10.30PM
Offer: 50% off 2nd Main Course
Validity: Until 31 May 2017
T&C: Not valid with other promotions, discounts, voucher and privileges, valid for dine-in during dinner only, applicable on Deep Fried Dish, Steamed Dish, Rice and Noodles
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The dishes at Kotobuki Japanese Restaurant are prepared by experienced chefs who specialize in izakaya (casual dining) and kaiseki (fine dining). This is most evident in their deluxe sets – popular choices Fuku Shokado ($40) and Gintara Teriyaki Wazen ($36) will provide you with assortments of tempura, sashimi, sushi, and more.
Kotobuki Japanese Restaurant
Address: 435 Orchard Road, Wisma Atria #01-18/18B, Singapore 238877
Telephone: 6734 7677
Opening Hours: Mon – Thu: 11.30AM – 3.00PM (Lunch) | 5.30PM – 10.30PM (Dinner) Fri – Sun, Eve of & PH: 11.30AM – 10.30PM
Offer: 50% off 2nd Main Course / Set / A la Carte Menu
Validity: Until 31 May 2017
T&C: Not valid with other promotions, discounts, voucher and privileges, valid for dine in during dinner only, minimum spend of $35 nett in a single receipt, no splitting of bill
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You’ll be spoilt for choice if you visit Ishinomaki Grill & Sake Bar during lunch – thanks to their many set lunches to choose from, such as Unaju Ozen (Grilled eel, $25) and Tempura Udon Ozen ($24). They’re worth the dollar too – each set comes with an appetiser, chawanmushi, rice and miso soup.
And if you’re dining in a group, go for their assorted selection of fresh sashimi – Ishinomaki (standard, $38) or Miyagi (premium, $68) – the portions are generous enough to be shared around.
Ishinomaki Grill & Sake Bar
Address: 390 Orchard Rd, B1-02-02A/03, Palais Renaissance, Singapore 238871
Telephone: 6737 1065
Opening Hours: 11.30AM – 3.00PM (Lunch) | 6.00PM – 10.00PM
Offer: 50% off 2nd Premium Omakase Set
Validity: Until 31 May 2017
T&C: Not valid with other promotions, discounts, voucher and privileges, valid for dine-in only, applicable on Premium Omakase Set (worth $80), reservation strictly required, items will be decided within chef’s discretion, valid from Monday to Thursday only.
With this list, you’ll never go wrong when deciding on where to eat with your pals. To get these special deals and enjoy your fave cuisine on a discount, all you need to do is to pay with your DBS Debit/Credit card and you’re good to go.
Time to catch up on your squad’s latest drama over a steaming Japanese hot pot, Korean BBQ, or a spicy plate of pad thai – without worrying about breaking the bank!
Plus, get an additional 9% dining rebate with your POSB Everyday Card. T&Cs apply.
Find out more about these fantastic deals here!
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