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Kushigin Japanese Restaurant
Food and Beverage - 7
Ambience / Setting - na
Value - 6.8
Service - 5.2
Will you return to this place? Probably

Review Date: 20 Apr 2008
5 Koek Road, #01-01/02 Cuppage Plaza, Singapore
for yakitori lovers only

Visited twice after being rejected by Kazu for failing to make reservations. Reservations are still recommended here though; we were just lucky to get seats both times and the place was packed even though it was after 730. I have to caveat that we aren't big fans of yakitori but only went there as we were in the cuppage/centerpoint area and starving.

This is not a place to go if you're claustrophobic or worried about getting the smell of grilled food in your hair and clothes. It's tiny with very little walking space. Considering the confined space, small entrance/exit and the open grill/kitchen, one might wonder about the fire safety regulations...

Best dish was the garlic fried rice -- peppery and not oily, with the rice sticking just nicely. We suspect it's the pepper that we are addicted to. Ebi tempura was delish, with the batter remaining crispy even after an hour. If you're an egg lover, you'll love the omelette, sprinkled with bonito flakes and drizzled with mayo and a tart, brown sauce (which I can't remember its name).
Oyster with bacon was decadently good; the oyster retained its juiciness. Eel kushiyaki was tender except for the slightly tough skin.

The sashimi was mediocre at best. Try the salted octopus only if you are a big fan of salty stuff. Gyoza was disappointing - skin was too thick & oily, meat was almost non-existent. The large grilled squid was too chewy.

The other yakitori items eg chicken skin, japanese peppers, mushroom with chicken were all right but I wouldn't try them again. It's more a personal preference (disinclination towards yakitori) than a testament of the quality of the food.

Service was spotty, with our teas being refilled only after we asked repeatedly. But the food was served pretty quickly. Felt kinda sorry for the harried waitresses though. They looked as though they could do with some sake ~_~

 
Must Tries: garlic fried rice
 
I also recommend this place for
Type of meal:Lunch, Dinner
Atmosphere:Hidden Find
 
 
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