C T
Really loved the unagi here. Crispy yet soft, and tasted very fresh. The tempura unagi was average, but the grilled unagi was the highlight for me.
Location: 1 Scotts Rd, #01-12 Shaw Centre, Singapore 228208
Shaw Centre
MICHELIN-selected unagi specialist at Shaw Centre with over 90 years of bincho charcoal tradition.
MICHELIN-selected unagi specialist at Shaw Centre with over 90 years of bincho charcoal tradition.
Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa, meaning fourth-generation Kikukawa, is a MICHELIN-selected unagi restaurant at Shaw Centre with a heritage spanning over ninety years. Originating from Japan, the restaurant upholds the time-honoured method of grilling freshwater eel over bincho charcoal, a premium white charcoal that imparts a clean, smoky aroma without overpowering the delicate flavour of the eel. Each piece of unagi is carefully prepared through a traditional process of steaming and grilling, then lacquered with a sweet, savoury tare sauce built from decades-old stock. The Shaw Centre outlet brings this artisanal unagi tradition to Singapore in an intimate, elegantly appointed setting. Diners can choose from set meals featuring unagi don, unaju, and seasonal specialities, all served with Japanese rice and accompaniments. Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa is a destination for those who appreciate the meticulous craft behind properly prepared eel, offering a refined dining experience rooted in generations of expertise.Based on 371 Google reviews
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C T
Really loved the unagi here. Crispy yet soft, and tasted very fresh. The tempura unagi was average, but the grilled unagi was the highlight for me.
Mady
Love the unagi being grilled here. The one that’s grilled without the sauce was done really well without drying it out. The unagi that’s grilled with tare was also really well done without overdoing the sauce n the sauce was not really sweet. Love it! What surprised me were the appetisers - the fried eel head was done well without any fishy taste, the grilled liver was seasoned really well n tasted like abalone lastly the vingeared eel was seasoned really well without being too sour or sweet n the right balance of smokiness! Would definitely be back here!
Mitz Hiratsuka (み)
No.1 Unajyu in Singapore so far It had been difficult to make a reservation at this restaurant. But I was finally able to visit there. …
Patrick Yap
If you want to savour fresh grilled eels or Unagi, you should not miss this restaurant. They told me they import live eels from Japan and only slaughter them 30 minutes before the restaurant opens for business each day. They would grill the eels only upon customer order. So there you have it, freshly grilled live Unagi, cannot be any fresher. Also, the serving of the eel is very generous such that I couldn’t finish it and have to give the leftover to my spouse. The eel is meaty, flavourful and well grilled. I prefer adding more Unagi sauce and they would make it taste better. But I think if the eel could be further grilled till crispy on one side, it would be perfect. Overall, food is nice. Ambiance is typical Japanese style and the service is excellent. $$
Florence Leow
🟤 Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa – Shaw Centre 1st level. 🟫 I dined here recently by myself. ➖️ Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa had opened in …
Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa Singapore うなぎ四代目菊川 シンガポール
Restaurant Entrance with Modern Japanese Design
Exterior facade features warm-toned wooden slatted panels illuminated from within, a shoji-style door with a minimalist black ink brushstroke on the curtain, and a square grid-patterned wall panel to the right displaying vertical Japanese characters and English name 'UNAGI TONNADAIHE NISHIKAWA'. A metal handrail leads up to a stone-tiled platform before a low brick wall. Above is a teal glass window band.
Scotts Grill entrance
The image shows the exterior or interior entrance of a restaurant with a wooden shoji-style door featuring a white curtain with black ink brushstroke. To the right is a red sign with "Scotts GRILL" in gold script. Below it, a framed plaque reads "うなぎ四代目" and "UNAGI YONDAME KIKUKAWA" in Japanese and English. A metal stand holding printed materials stands to the left near a patterned carpet. The walls are light wood paneling.
Unagi Yondaime Kikukawa
A lit wooden shoji screen with a centered white sign displaying the name in Japanese (うなぎ四代目菊川) and English (UNAGI YONDAIME KIKUKAWA). To the left, a small vertical plaque reads '営業中 OPEN'. The lighting creates a warm glow through the grid-patterned translucent panels.
Japanese meal presentation
A wooden bowl filled with glazed eel rice, accompanied by a ceramic teapot, a small dish of sliced cucumber, and a divided wooden tray containing seaweed, wasabi, and chopped green onions. A ceramic cup is partially visible on the left.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a modern dining space with wooden tables, dark leather booths, and ambient lighting. A chef is visible in the open kitchen area through a glass partition. The walls are neutral-toned with recessed lights and wall-mounted fixtures.
Restaurant Interior
Modern dining space with wooden furniture, warm lighting, and staff wearing masks behind a counter. Tables are arranged in rows with individual seating. The floor is tiled in dark wood, walls are light-colored, and the ceiling has recessed lights and ventilation units.
Tableware and packaging
A white ceramic dish with radial patterns sits on a light wood table, accompanied by a wrapped item labeled 'うなぎ 四代目 菊川' and chopsticks in a black-and-white paper sleeve also bearing the same text.
Grilled Fish Skewers
A gloved hand holds skewers with three pieces of grilled fish, emitting smoke, in what appears to be an indoor cooking area. The background is blurred but shows a wooden surface and possibly a grill or smoker. No signage or storefront elements are visible.
Sushi Plate
A plate of assorted sashimi including tuna, salmon, scallops, and white fish, garnished with a green leaf, wasabi, lemon slice, and a yellow flower. The dish is served on a ceramic plate with segmented design. Background shows part of a dining table and chopsticks.
Japanese Restaurant Interior
Table setting with grilled eel, sashimi, pickled vegetables, rice, and dipping sauces. Various dishes arranged on dark ceramic plates. Ambient lighting and wooden table surface. No signage or exterior views visible.
Food served on a plate
Four slices of rolled omelet or tofu dish presented on a dark speckled rectangular plate. The food appears moist with a glossy surface. In the background, a light-colored wooden table holds printed paper napkins or packaging with Japanese characters and a knife resting atop them.
Dish on Plate
A sliced rolled dish served on a dark speckled rectangular plate, placed on a light wooden table. In the background, there are chopsticks, a small white bowl, and a dark cylindrical object on a coaster. A hand is partially visible at the top left. The setting suggests an indoor dining environment.
Grilled Meat Dish
A close-up shot of sliced grilled meat on a green leaf placed on a textured beige plate. In the background, another dish is partially visible in a metal baking tray. The setting appears to be indoors with dim lighting, suggesting a restaurant or dining environment.
Sushi Platter
A close-up shot of a sashimi platter on a ceramic plate, featuring slices of salmon, tuna, and other fish, garnished with a yellow flower and shredded daikon. The setting appears to be indoors at a restaurant with blurred background showing wooden chairs and tables.
Grilled Fish on Charcoal Grill
Two pieces of fish are being grilled over glowing charcoal briquettes in a commercial kitchen setting. The fish is skewered and shows charred surfaces from the heat. In the background, a chef in dark attire stands near stainless steel counters with various cooking tools and ingredients. The environment suggests an active food preparation area.
Dining Table with Grilled Chicken Wings
Close-up of a ceramic bowl containing grilled chicken wings on a green leaf, placed on a dining table. In the background, there is another plate with grilled fish, a white rice bowl, and wooden condiment containers. The setting suggests an indoor restaurant ambiance.
Dining Table with Japanese Meal
A top-down view of a traditional Japanese meal served on a black tray. The centerpiece is a large grilled fish (unagi) over rice in a rectangular dish. Surrounding it are various side dishes: pickled vegetables, green onions, wasabi, seaweed, and a small bowl of water. Two dark ceramic teapots or lidded containers sit beside the main dish. A white bowl with a blue rim holds clear liquid. The setting appears to be indoors with wooden flooring visible around the edges.
Takumi Tempura Set
A platter of assorted tempura including shrimp, fish, vegetables, and a side of wasabi and dipping sauce on a wooden table with small ceramic bowls.
Japanese Meal Presentation
A close-up shot of a grilled eel dish served in a rectangular ceramic container on a dark plate. Surrounding the main dish are small side dishes including pickled vegetables, green garnish, and a dark ceramic teapot with lid. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with wooden table surface.
Packaged Food Item
A white wrapped food item with Japanese text 'うなぎ 四代目 菊川' resting on a black-and-white paper napkin with similar text. A wooden chopstick is partially visible to the right. The items are placed on a light wood-grain surface.
Grilled Fish Dish
A large grilled eel served on rice in a dark rectangular dish, with a wooden box labeled 'IPpon UNAGI' behind it. A small bowl of side dishes is partially visible in the foreground. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with black ceramic bowls and other tableware.
Japanese meal tray
A black serving tray holds a Japanese meal including white rice, grilled eel on slate, sashimi with wasabi and ginger, pickled vegetables, soy sauce, and a small bowl of miso soup. The food is arranged neatly on a light wooden table.
Tempura Platter
A close-up shot of a tempura platter featuring shrimp, vegetables, and other ingredients in golden-brown batter, served on a dark tray with a small bowl of dipping sauce nearby. The setting appears to be indoors at a restaurant with wooden chairs and tables in the background.
Japanese meal set
A wooden bowl with grilled eel over rice, accompanied by a teapot, soup bowl, small side dishes, and an empty ceramic bowl on a black tray. A wooden spoon rests nearby. The setting appears to be indoors on a light wood table.
Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a dining area with wooden floors, light-colored walls, and booth seating. Customers are seated at tables, some in motion. A staff member is attending to a table. The ceiling has recessed lighting and an air conditioning unit. No signage or exterior elements are visible.
Table Setting with Food Items
Two plates of Japanese cuisine on a wooden table: one black plate with sliced tofu rolls, another beige plate with dried fish strips on paper. A white napkin wrapper with Japanese characters is visible in the background along with chopsticks and a small ceramic dish. The setting suggests an indoor dining environment.
Japanese meal tray
A traditional Japanese meal served on a black tray with grilled eel over rice, accompanied by side dishes including green onions, wasabi, dried seaweed, pickled vegetables, tofu, and a ceramic teapot. A white bowl and stacked brown bowls are also present.
Tabletop View of Japanese Meal Service
Top-down view of a dining table with multiple dishes including grilled fish, rice bowls, side garnishes, tea sets, and condiments. A person's hands are partially visible adjusting the setup. A printed card on the left reads 'HAPPY CHINESE NEW YEAR' with illustrations of bottles and lanterns. The setting appears to be indoors with wooden flooring.
Food Item on Plate
A serving of fried fish bones arranged in a star-like pattern on white paper, placed on a speckled table surface with a glass of amber-colored beverage in the background.
Restaurant Interior
Modern dining area with wooden tables, cushioned benches, and chairs. Staff are visible in the background near a kitchen entrance. Lighting is recessed ceiling lights. A person wearing a mask stands at an open doorway. No signage or logo on building facade.
Japanese meal served on tray
A table setting featuring a wooden bowl of grilled eel over rice, accompanied by a teapot, soup bowl, small ceramic dish with condiments (seaweed, wasabi, green onions), and a covered white ceramic lid. The arrangement is on a dark circular tray with a light wood table surface. A person's arms are partially visible in the background.
Table Setting at Japanese Restaurant
A table setting with a white ceramic pitcher, small matching bowl, glass of water, and coaster featuring Japanese characters 'うなぎ' '四代目' '菊川'. A beverage in a tall glass is partially visible in the background on a light wood table.
Unagi Meal
A close-up shot of a Japanese meal featuring grilled eel (unagi) served on a rectangular dark plate. To the left, a bowl of white rice is visible. In the foreground, a small black and white striped bowl contains assorted simmered vegetables, including daikon radish, carrots, and mushrooms. A dark lidded bowl, likely for soup, is to the right of the eel. In the background, a glass of amber liquid, possibly beer or tea, sits on a coaster. Other dishes and condiments are also present on the table.
Japanese Cuisine Assortment
A spread of various Japanese dishes, including unagi (eel) over rice, tempura, sashimi, and tamagoyaki (rolled omelet).
Unagi Donburi Set
A close-up overhead view of a Japanese meal set. The main dish is Unagi Donburi, grilled eel served over rice in a decorative bowl. Accompanying the main dish are small bowls containing chopped scallions, wasabi, and shredded seaweed. A lidded soup bowl and a small dish of pickled yellow vegetables are also part of the set. A wooden spoon rests on the tray.
Grilled Eels on Skewers
Several eel fillets are skewered and grilled over hot coals. A person's hands are visible holding the skewers from above. The eels appear to be glazed and slightly charred from the grilling process.
Unagi Donburi Set
A close-up overhead view of a Japanese meal set, featuring a rectangular dish of grilled eel (unagi) served over rice. Accompanying the unagi are small dishes containing chopped green onions, a dollop of wasabi, and shredded nori seaweed. A teapot with a patterned glaze, a small bowl of pickled ginger, a bowl of miso soup with tofu and seaweed, and a side dish of stir-fried burdock root are also part of the set. A white bowl with a blue stamp on its base is placed upside down. Chopsticks and a packet of wet wipes are visible on the right side of the tray.
Tempura Platter
A close-up shot of a tempura platter featuring battered and fried shrimp, eggplant, and other vegetables. A small dish with a dipping sauce and grated daikon radish is also visible.
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