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Shinji by Kanesaka

1 Beach Road | #01-20 Raffles Hotel, Singapore 189673 , Singapore (Downtown Core)
6338-6131
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Ranked #3 of 2,745 restaurants in Singapore
Cuisines: Sushi, Japanese
Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
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Dining options: Reservations
Neighbourhood: Downtown Core
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Singapore
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 via mobile

The ambience was fairly light hearted. All the dishes were great and with just enough theatrical execution without bring intimidating or too mysterious. With my pathetic japanese we still kept enough banter between the excellent sushi chef and had a great time. The freshness and quantity of uni more than justify for the price tag. The sushi were all very... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Agree with Neil French on this one - the prices (minimum $350 per person) are indeed second-mortgage-inducing. But the food is extraordinary - tasting the sashimi and sushi at Shinji was the equivalent of opening - and consuming - an old, very good bottle of Bordeaux versus your standard table red. A new standard was created that won't easily be... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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169 restaurant reviews
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205 helpful votes 205 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

My 3rd visit to Shinji and the experience always brings a smile to my face each time. They have a main dining area and a smaller one, and this time, i got a space at the cosier smaller section. Opted for my usual 12 pc lunch set (they have 9 pc, 15 pc and a OMG omakase set). Service was... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013 via mobile

Been to many fancy places, but never felt as special @ Shinji... You of course get a 5 star service from Shinji just like you do from other establishments at this level. But something about seeing your food handcrafted with care, skill and passion make dining experience at Shinji extra special. The seafood is as fresh as it can be.... More

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Hong Kong
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36 reviews 36 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

Just recently went to Shinji for my birthday and it was such a unique, fun and special experience. The food was incredible, the sake delicious and the sushi masters lively, entertaining and very warm. It was super expensive but one of those "once in a lifetime"experiences.

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2013

Certainly superb sushi amazing specialities like abalone, urchin and puffer fish but The Chef who prepares the food in front of you and is obviously an expert isn't an expert in communication certainly in english,we had more explanation of dishes from the prawns that were still alive! The main problem is the food is insubstantial, there is no decent portion... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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31 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

Went for dinner and had a great time. The food is fresh and the service is tip top! Apparently, the restaurant is so big on seafood from Japan only, they closed during the New Year period when Tsukiji market was closed. The master chef Oshino is a very talented and entertaining chef, and though it looks expensive, for the quality... More

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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

We attempted to charm our way into Shinji Raffles without a reservation. No way----downhearted and hungry we had no idea where to go. Suddenly, an angel appeared (I will call her J) and said, "follow me....". We found ourselves at SHINJI OUE TOWER where we enjoyed the finest sushi the four of us have EVER had!!!! Chef Kikuchi is an... More

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2012

My wonderful and now slightly broke boyfriend took me to Shinji for my birthday. Service was both faultless and intimate, the chef an absolute master. The quality of the sushi, sashimi and hot dishes was eye-opening - I made the mistake of asking if they had any salmon, to be told in no uncertain terms that no self respecting restaurant... More

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Moscow
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 November 2012

Probably the best sushi place in Singapore. You wouldn't be disappointed. Expensive. Service is perfect, staff is well trained, fish and seafood are extremely fresh. Make you reservation in advance

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