If you’re in Tampines and craving some authentic Japanese delights, then Little Tokio Teppanyaki X Izakaya is a must-visit spot. This cosy 30-seater restaurant offers a wonderful blend of teppanyaki and izakaya, providing a unique dining experience that will transport you straight to Japan without leaving Singapore. With its warm atmosphere and affordable prices, Little Tokio has quickly become a favourite among locals.
A Warm Welcome and Affordable Eats
At Little Tokio, you’re welcomed into a vibrant space filled with lively chatter and delightful music. This isn’t a place for hushed fine dining; it’s a spot where friends and family gather for good food and great company. Co-founder and Chef Sherwin Sim, a former fine-dining chef, has crafted a menu that brings top-quality Japanese dishes to the heart of Tampines at wallet-friendly prices.
Skewers Galore: Starting at $1.90
One of the highlights of Little Tokio’s menu is their skewers, starting at just $1.90 each. Whether you’re a fan of vegetables, chicken, bacon, or beef, there’s something for everyone.
For those who love their greens, the veggie skewers include shiitake mushrooms, eggplant, quail eggs, and cherry tomatoes. If chicken is more your thing, you can enjoy options like chicken thigh, chicken wings, chicken skin, chicken balls, and chicken cheese sausages.
Bacon lovers can indulge in bacon-wrapped asparagus, golden mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and quail eggs, each priced at $2.90. Beef aficionados aren’t left out either, with wagyu beef balls, asparagus wrapped with beef, golden mushroom wrapped with beef, quail egg wrapped with beef, and cherry tomato wrapped with beef, also at $2.90 each.
Little Tokio Sets for Sharing
If you’re visiting with friends or family, Little Tokio offers some great sets perfect for sharing. The Yakimono set, featuring 10 skewers, is just $25.90. And if you’re feeling thirsty, you can pair your skewers with four ice-cold beers for a total of $49.90.
Sake lovers can enjoy the Sake and Oysters set, which includes fresh Sanriku Coastline oysters drizzled with Mentaiko sauce, paired with premium sake. Options include the light Kiku-Masamune Junmai Koujyo ($69.90), medium Momokawa Junmai ($79.90), and heavy Hakkaisan Tokubetsu Junmai ($89.90).
Fresh and Flavourful Sashimi
For those who appreciate the simplicity and freshness of sashimi, Little Tokio’s Sashimi Moriawase is a steal at $14.90. This premium platter features ocean-fresh salmon, savoury swordfish, and glistening oysters, providing a taste of the sea right in Tampines.
The Teppanyaki Experience at Little Tokio
No visit to Little Tokio would be complete without trying their teppanyaki dishes, cooked to perfection on an iron griddle. The Wagyu Beef Steak, priced at $25.90, is a standout, offering juicy, tender beef sourced from Diamantina Farm in Australia.
If you prefer seafood, the salmon ($16.90) and Japanese flying squid ($18.90) are excellent choices. Each teppanyaki dish comes with Japanese rice, seasonal vegetables, and a special garlic sauce. You can also add a comprehensive set of miso soup, seasoned seaweed, pickles, cabbage salad, kimchi, and a side dish for an additional $2. Upgrading to udon noodles or garlic fried rice is just $2 and $1.50 more, respectively.
Don’t Forget Dessert
End your meal on a sweet note with Little Tokio’s desserts. The Tokio Sweet Ending, for just $6, features a delightful combination of waffle biscuits, Japanese azuki beans, mochi balls, matcha crumbles, and ice cream. The Japanese Milk Pudding, priced at $4.50, is another delicious option, blending milky sweetness with creamy richness and earthy matcha crumbles.
Refreshing Drinks
To wash down all the tasty food, try the Jim Beam Highball, a refreshing mix of spirit, ice, and soda. It comes in flavours like classic, yuzu, grapefruit, and lychee, with prices starting at $5.90 for a regular glass, $9.90 for a mega glass, or $38 for a tower.
A Neighbourhood Gem
Located at Blk 824 Tampines St 81 #01-22, Little Tokio has been a gem in the neighbourhood for over a year. The restaurant’s intimate setting and authentic Japanese flavours make it a standout choice for dining in Tampines. Whether you’re craving sizzling teppanyaki, delicious izakaya skewers, or fresh sashimi, Little Tokio offers an affordable and unforgettable dining experience.
Visit Little Tokio Teppanyaki X Izakaya
Address: Blk 824 Tampines St 81 #01-22, Singapore 520824
Opening Hours: 11.30am – 10.00pm (Mon to Sun)
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