Visited Sake+ at 313@Somerset, known for its vibrant Japanese-fusion fare and extensive sake selection. We headed up to the second level, greeted by a contemporary space with warm, sentimental lighting.
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| Interior |
Craving swordfish sashimi, I ended up with their beautifully arranged assorted sashimi platter instead. Perfect for sharing, it featured glistening slices of tuna, salmon, scallop, swordfish, seabream and yellowtail, each fresh and tender, accompanied by wasabi and soy sauce for that classic dip.
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| Sashimi Moriawase - $20 |
The Yuzu Squash was a delightful blend of soda and yuzu, refreshingly cool and citrusy with every sip.
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| Yuzu Squash - $6 |
Wow! The chawanmushi’s steamed egg was silky-smooth, topped with generous slices of mushrooms that made every spoonful more satisfying.
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| Chawanmushi - $8 |
We tried the whole grilled squid, beautifully charred and tender, served with a punchy spicy-coriander sauce.
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| Grilled Squid with Spicy Sauce ピリ辛イカ焼き - $14 |
A rare but delightful twist you don’t often find in Japanese cuisine.
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| Dipping into Spicy Sauce |
Stir-fried thick noodles with pork belly, cabbage, carrots, and green capsicum, coated in a savoury-sweet yakisoba sauce. Finished with bonito flakes, seaweed powder, and a touch of red pickled ginger for that classic Japanese street-food flavour.
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| Yakisoba 焼きそば - $16 |
Among the three okonomiyaki options on the menu, we played it safe with the classic ‘sauce’ okonomiyaki.
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| Sauce Okonomiyaki - $17 |
This savoury Japanese pancake came loaded with cabbage and pork, generously drizzled with okonomiyaki sauce, simple, comforting and full of umami.
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| Okonomiyaki |
We also had the crispy deep-fried oysters wrapped in smoky bacon, a decadent bite served alongside fresh mixed salad and drizzled with tangy Lemosco, a zesty lemon-infused hot sauce that cut through the richness perfectly.
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| Fried Oyster Wrapped with Bacon 牡蠣ベーコンフライ - $16 |
The breaded pork cutlet, marinated in shio koji, is deep-fried to a crisp golden brown and paired with tangy tonkatsu sauce and a fresh side salad, simple yet irresistible.
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| Pork Tonkatsu 豚カツ - $15 |
This bowl of oden was warm and stomach-comforting, featuring tender turnip, assorted fishcakes and a hard-boiled egg. The broth was subtly sweet, though I found it lacked the deeper punch of bonito flakes I was hoping for.
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| Oden - $14 |
Creamy pasta laced with bacon and sliced onions, crowned with a soft-boiled onsen egg and parsley. While the flavours were comforting, the pasta was unfortunately overcooked and not quite to my liking.
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| White Cream Pasta ホワイトクリームパスタ - $16 |
A generous serving of Salmon Seafood Rolls sits on a rustic grey plate, each bite-sized piece coated with a luscious layer of creamy orange sauce. The drizzle glistens under the light, hinting at a tangy, spicy kick. In the background, a small mound of wasabi and a curl of pickled ginger wait to cleanse the palate between bites. This inviting presentation makes it perfect for sharing at the table.
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| Salmon Seafood Roll - $15 |
A single Salmon Seafood Roll held between chopsticks, showing off its fresh salmon and crisp cucumber filling wrapped in soft sushi rice. A touch of creamy orange sauce clings to the outside, adding a hint of spice and richness to the bite.
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| Close Up Bite of the Salmon Seafood Roll |
We went with much anticipation, but the food turned out to be just average. While the Salmon Seafood Roll looked appetising, the overall taste didn’t quite live up to our expectations.
Sake+ Orchard Somerset
Location: 313@Somerset, 313 Orchard Rd, #01 - 27, Singapore 238895
