With a clear view of the Singapore River and a cosy interior, Shunjuu Izakaya checks all the right boxes for an authentic experience. The vibe here is bustling and lively, with service staff hustling from table to table expertly carrying plates of grilled skewers and icy cold mugs of beer.

Prices are affordable, as izakayas should be, with the menu boasting over 130 options of grilled meats. Chicken skewers are a must-have, and the offal parts such as liver and heart are expertly seared and seasoned here. Also good is the tsukune (chicken meatball), and the juicy rolls of bacon wrapped around crunchy asparagus spears. Fancy something a little less heavy? The cold angel hair pasta with truffle oil is a modern dish that makes a guest appearance here.

No izakaya experience is complete without drinks, and Shunjuu Izakaya has over 60 different sakes to choose from—which can be enjoyed hot or chilled. Or go for the peach plum wine, a delicious tipple that sure delivers a kick.

Address: Riverside View, #01-15, 30 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238251

Opening hours:
Mon-Thu, 12pm to 2.30pm, 6pm to 11pm
Fri & Sat, 12pm to 2.30pm, 6pm to 11.30pm
Sun, 12pm to 2.30pm, 5.30pm to 10.30pm

Tel: 6887 3577

shunjuu.com