Ganko Sushi

The omakase here is so good, full of pleasant, indulgent surprises, being distinctively different from omakase elsewhere. And I like it that the restaurant also serves up ala carte items, like chirashi and sushi platter, at great prices, so I can come here for whatever occasions to just enjoy good food at a budget I'm comfortable with.

First dish of Ankimo, Monk Fish Liver, blows me away. This is like foie gras of the sea! So rich, so buttery, so smooth, with hints of the flavours of the sea. The real wasabi, which is refreshing, slightly sweet and astringent in taste, and the light sauce refreshes the palates so as to fully appreciate the richness of the liver.

Kinmedai sashimi with ponzu sauce is delicious too.

The creaminess of Ika, aka squid, goes very well with the umami packed nori sauce and the refreshing wasabi. I like it that the ika was cut into rectangles for easy bite.

The Snow Crab Rice is very lightly seasoned yet amazingly flavourful. Every grain of the starchy rice is imbued with the light briny sweetness. This has me swooning in delight.

Uni, which is interestingly served with nori tempura, is so sweet and creamy. Having a bite of this feels like unlocking an achievement in my gastronomic adventure.

Shirako, aka cod fish's milt or ... sperm, is light deep fried on the surface for some crunchiness to introduce a variation in texture. I like this twist in presentation. The light sauce and sprinkle of chilli powder cut through the creaminess of shirako well for nice juxtaposition of flavo

First sushi is Usuba Hagi, aka Leatherjacket fish. This is the first time I try this fish, and I like the clean taste and smooth texture of the fish. This is part of the reason why I like the omakase here since I get to try something new. And the shari, the rice portion of sushi, is very flavourful and holds well together.

Next is Aburi Nodugoro, flame-seared blackthroat seaperch, which is buttery and has rich umami flavour. And the touch of smokey flavour makes it even better. First time trying this too, and I love it. By the way, this is called toro of white fish.

The cut of Otoro is so beautiful. A few bites on this and the creamy flesh melts in the mouth. This is so decadently good.

Another interesting sushi of Shiro Ebi, white prawns, which is another sushi I had not tried before. The clean light umami of the small prawns goes so well with the zest from the sprinkle of lemon peel.

Anago, the more premium type of eel, is creamy and fleshy. A good one to round up the course of sushi.

Tamago Cake is super fluffy. In fact, it tastes like a cake. A very unique and cool presentation of an egg dish. I love it.

Japanese fruits with cream and red bean paste served as dessert. The white strawberry is delicious, the melon is juicy, and the cream and red paste is sweet bliss combination.

Located at the corner of the building with panels of glass as walls, the restaurant looks to be surrounded in lush greenery. The florals and sake bottles placed around the place add a touch of class to the modern zen interior.

If one wants to get a up close look on how the chefs, including the Japanese chefs, prepare the sushi and sashimi, then make a reservation for the counter seats since I saw that all counter seats were reserved already when I arrived at the opening time during lunch time. Service is awesome, welcoming, non-intrusive and responsive.

The mid-tier omakase here is so sumptuous that it piques my curiosity on how awesome the top-tier omasake will be and what kind of new fishes I can savour. I definitely look forward to going back.

Thoughts: Great new gastronomic experience!

Fun Fact: "Ganko" means stubborn in Japanese, and this translates very accurately in the way @ganko.sushi_sg insists on using the freshest ingredients yet keeps their prices at an affordable range.👍

Located conveniently within walking distance of Dhoby Ghaut MRT Station, @ganko.sushi_sg is the famous Osaka chain's 101st outlet and it is the first in Southeast Asia. No need to fly to Japan for a taste of its exquisite cuisine!😄

At just SGD150, you will get to experience a lavish 12-course Omakase that's bound to please even the pickiest of eaters. With regards to what we enjoyed, you can refer to the IG Reel.😉
(Not shown, we had Red Miso Soup too!)

What stood out to me is that unlike other omakase in Singapore that usually has their menu focused on nigiri, Ganko's Omakase menu features a well-balanced array of appetizers, soup, sushi, and desserts. I mean I don't know about you, but this is the first time I've been served 3 types of desserts at the end of an already perfect meal.☺️

You definitely will get your money's worth at @ganko.sushi_sg and even if you're just looking for a casual dinner to end your week, Ganko also serves up ala carte dishes like rice bowls and hand rolls.🤤

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📍Ganko Sushi
9 Penang Rd 01-01, S238459
🕦11.30AM-2.30PM, 6-10PM Daily

58 years of history with 99 outlets across Japan and 1 in Hong Kong, Ganko Sushi opens its 101th outlet in Singapore last year serving premium quality Japanese plates at reasonable prices.

Using the freshest ingredients that’s air flown 3 times weekly from Japan, you can enjoy a lavish 12 course omakase priced reasonably at $150.00++ prepared by Chef Toshiyuki with 20 years of experience.

58 years of history with 99 outlets across Japan and 1 in Hong Kong, Ganko Sushi opens its 101th outlet in Singapore last year serving premium quality Japanese plates at reasonable prices.

Using the freshest ingredients that’s air flown 3 times weekly from Japan, you can enjoy a lavish 12 course omakase priced reasonably at $150.00++ prepared by Chef Toshiyuki with 20 years of experience.

58 years of history with 99 outlets across Japan and 1 in Hong Kong, Ganko Sushi opens its 101th outlet in Singapore last year serving premium quality Japanese plates at reasonable prices.

Using the freshest ingredients that’s air flown 3 times weekly from Japan, you can enjoy a lavish 12 course omakase priced reasonably at $150.00++ prepared by Chef Toshiyuki with 20 years of experience.

Finally trying Ganko Sushi! It’s a relatively new Japanese restaurant at Dhoby Ghaut which specialises in sushi and sashimi. Got one of their sashimi rice bowls ($33) and it was chefs kiss. Very fresh sashimi and though the portion size looks deceivingly small, it was surprisingly filling.