Chirashizushi Shou (Bukit Timah Plaza)

[BEAUTY WORLD, SINGAPORE] Having tried @tsukijikaisendon, I had to try @zushishou knowing that they are from the same owners. Undoubtedly, their sashimi quality is similar though I find myself liking the seasoned sushi rice from Tsukiji more.

Their Kaisen Don 🐟 ($20.90) is really a sight to behold. Incredibly thick sashimi slices of hamachi, salmon and scallops is really the dream of every sashimi lover. Their hamachi is probably my favourite, due to its sweet, clean and fatty flavour. I don't think I need to say much given the visuals of the bowl 🤣 really worth it considering how much sashimi you're getting!

If you like variety, their Irodori Chirashi Don 🐟 ($19.90) might be your go-to. The sashimi here is chunky, and you get tuna, mackerel and a tiny bit of uni in addition to the ones mentioned above. The uni is my favourite, as it was like a shot of seafood flavour that was intense but clean.

Somehow the rice here seems under seasoned as compared to that of Tsukiji, but still good! My only other gripe is that their using some kind of wasabi paste, not the freshly grated one but I guess it's difficult to achieve that given the affordable price point.

Definitely coming back for more!

No frills japanese food place. Will come back again to try their ramen

This place is popular. But I don't eat chirashi don so settled on their ramen. It's not on the level of ramen restaurants but it's competitive. It helps that it has chashu and shabu but not overly pricey.

This Japanese restaurant in Bukit Timah Plaza offers chirashidon, sushi, sashimi, ramen….the works. We were there to try their much vaunted chirashi dons.

Ordered their mini Chirashi Don, Spicy Chirashi Don and Sanshoku Kaisen Don. Price is average for a Japanese restaurant but you get very fresh and tasty sashimi, whether it’s chopped or sliced, and lots of it. I am especially happy with my sushi rice which to be had the perfect blend of tartness from vinegar and savoury from the salt. A little advice here for the new customers - the spicy bara chirashi Don packs quite a punch. Those who are not used to heat from chilli padi, please do not order or pick away the sliced chilli before eating. But it does impart a special spicy taste to the umami sweetness of sashimi.

The chawanmushi was quite normal but special mention for the creme brûlée. Although you do not get vanilla beans, at $3.90, this is a good dessert to end the meal, with the caramelised sugar imparting just a bit of bitter blending well with the flavours from the silky vanilla egg custard.

Can’t wait to come back and try the other items on the menu.

This is like an upgrade of Chirashizushi Shou’s usual Chirashi Don, with an addition of 3 plump oysters on the side. The oysters were fresh, but unfortunately weren’t as rich in its flavour - hence it got a little bland half way through. Was a pity too that the rice beneath became a tiny mushy. The sashimi cubes were tasty as usual though, with a mix of salmon, tuna and baby scallops. Would recommend the usual Chirashi Don instead for more value!

Without breaking the bank, head down to @zushishou at Bukit Timah Plaza to satisfy your cravings for Chirashi Don, Kaisen Don and even Tori Paitan Ramen! If you are planning to catch a movie at EagleWings Cinematics, I got you covered with this lunch or dinner date idea.

Here’s what we ordered!
👉Tokusen Salmon Don - SGD22.90
freshly sliced salmon sashimi, salmon belly sashimi, salmon aburi with ikura & tamago, served on sushi rice
👉[NEW] Aki Shiki Kaisen Bowl - SGD20.90
ikura, negi toro, maguro, salmon, hotate, akagai, hokkigai, amaebi, ebi, kani, cucumber, served on sushi rice
❗️For dine-in only, each bowl comes with mini salad & miso soup

Nobody can resist thick and fresh cuts of sashimi, enough said.

📍Chirashizushi Shou
Bukit Timah Plaza
1 Jalan Anak Bukit B1-55A & B1-60, S588996
🚇Between Beauty World & King Albert Park MRT Station