Sushi Kyuu by Shunsui (Orchard)

I’ve never had a disappointing omakase experience in Singapore, until Sushi-Kyuu. I had high expectations given the high Google ratings but the food was a complete disaster. I ordered the $99+ Kaze course.

1) The portions were shockingly small. I thought I was served miniature food. There is a huge difference between serving refined portions and skimping on ingredients. The photos speak for themselves - the rice portions fell short of a reasonable amount for a nigiri. The overflowing ikura rice “bowl” was in fact presented to me in a measly sake cup.

2) Poor quality of ingredients/food served.
Considering the omakase price point, I did not feel like I was eating one. In fact, I could get way better quality sushi from Sushiro. The rice and fish were barely seasoned and too warm while the wasabi tasted cheap from the tube. The monkfish liver tasted like canned tuna and the uni was not fresh at all (see pic) with a bitter aftertaste. The octopus was overcooked, tough and dry. You know something is clearly off when your akemi tastes better than your chutoro.

The entire experience to me felt like an insult to authentic Omakase restaurants, whose chefs spend their lifetimes mastering the craft. Sushi-kyuu’s food is reminiscent of a cheap sushi chain under the guise of an omakase restaurant.

Trust me, save the trip - your money is better spent at Sushiro.

With 2 outlets nestled within the heart of Orchard Plaza and City Gate, Sushi Kyuu is now offering a Tasting Menu at just $69++!

Curated by the culinary artisans behind the acclaimed Kappo Shunsui, Sushi Kyuu promises nothing but the freshest, highest quality ingredients meticulously crafted into each bite.

Originally offering 2 omakase course menus - Omakase (now $99++; U.P. $129++) or Premium Omakase (now $129++; U.P. $159++), now with the addition of the Tasting Course, enjoy an array of sumptuous sushi offerings straight from Toyosu, Japan, at a price that will leave you smiling!

Now you can enjoy omakase without breaking the bank!

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