Regarded as Japan’s number-one Unagi brand, Unatoto has over 100 outlets in Japan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Vietnam, and now finally, Singapore! With other popular Unagi restaurants like Man Man and Una Una in Singapore, Unatoto’s fast and affordable concept definitely makes it worthy of adding them to your list of Unagi spots!
Unatoto Opens First S’pore Outlet At Guoco Tower
Located at basement one, conveniently right outside the MRT underpass leading to Cecil Street is where you’ll find this bustling store. Despite opening on Jan 25, they have already garnered immense popularity, drawing snaking queues during the lunch hour. When queuing, you will be able to view the chefs in action as they grill the unagi over charcoal but be warned, it gets a little warm if you’re standing too close to the kitchen.
Unatoto’s menu features a plethora of items ranging from Donburi Bowls starting from only $8.50, Chawanmushi, Chicken Karaage, and assorted tempura, including Unagi Tempura! Offering a range of Unagi Don options, they are based on quality and portion size. The Unadon is priced at $9.50 and $14.50 for the double while the Unajyu ranges from $12 to $35. The main difference between the two is that the Unajyu is served with the tail end of the unagi and comes with a larger portion.
Hitsumabushi ($13.50)
What’s unique about this Nagoyan unagi dish is that it can be enjoyed in three ways! You can eat it as it is, with the dashi broth to turn it into an ochazuke “porridge”, or with the various sauces and toppings served. At only $13.50, this is definitely one of the cheapest Hitsumabushis around.
Served on a bed of pearl grain rice, the unagi is soft and tender, with the chewy skin giving a nice contrast of textures. Additionally, it does not have a strong fishy taste. Despite being grilled over charcoal, the smokiness was unfortunately still somewhat lacking. Like most unagi, there are usually fine bones but the ones here are small and soft, allowing you to enjoy it without worry.
The unagi is glazed with Unatoto’s signature teriyaki sauce, giving it a layer of sweetness that blends well with the flavour of the unagi. The dashi broth is a light palate cleanser that helps to alleviate the richness of the unagi while the wasabi adds a pleasant touch of heat to each bite.
Unagi Tempura ($8)
One of their must-try items, the tempura is incredibly crispy, even after being left out for a significant period of time! Lightly battered, it is seasoned well and pairs perfectly with the sweet and fatty unagi. Elevating it with a layer of savouriness is the salt and sansho tempura dip that’s served alongside.
Umaki ($5.50)
A crowd-favourite, the Umaki is a Japanese rolled omelette stuffed with a thick slice of unagi in the middle. For those expecting the sweetness of your classic tamagoyaki, it actually tastes more like your typical omelette instead. The unagi takes a backseat, allowing the flavour of the light dashi stock the egg is soaked in to shine. Delightfully fluffy, the egg complements the texture of the unagi well. A word of caution, do be careful when eating this as it came with more fine bones as compared to our other dishes.
Chawanmushi ($5)
While most of us look forward to enjoying chawanmushi at Japanese restaurants, this was unfortunately a letdown. It came doused in a black sauce (could have been teriyaki sauce) that completely overpowered the flavour of the egg and was slightly on the salty side.
As the sauce was on the top layer, we felt it ruined the golden and jiggly aesthetic that most of us love about chawanmushi as well. The egg however is smooth and is served with a ton of ingredients like chicken, unagi, fishcake, and prawns.
Head Down To Unatoto Today!
To entice you even more, every customer is served a complimentary onsen egg that adds a beautiful creaminess to your dishes. Overall, while Unatoto’s dishes might not be the best, they certainly stand out with their affordable prices and unique fast-food concept. For those looking to avoid the long waiting time, it’s advised to visit at a non-peak hour. Hurry down for a taste today!
Address: 7 Wallich St, #B1-03, Guoco Tower, Singapore 078884
Operating Hours: Mon to Fri, 11am to 3pm & 5pm to 10pm
Cover Photo:Â Singapore Foodie
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