Who says you need a special occasion to pamper yourself with Japanese yakiniku? At Taishu Yakiniku Horumon Mokurin, you can even dine solo and enjoy premium meat cuts ranging from beef and pork to chicken and more.
Located along East Coast Road, right beside the iconic 328 Katong Laksa, this retro and vibey yakiniku spot might look unassuming from the outside, and we won’t blame you if you missed it on your first visit. The moment you enter the store, though, it’s as if you’ve been transported to Japan. The restaurant features at least two to three rows of tables that cater to larger groups, but if you’re visiting by yourself, you can claim the coveted counter seats.
Nothing screams a proper yakiniku experience more than sitting at the counter, especially when you’re seated up close and personal with the chefs. To make solo dining even more comfortable, the restaurant has thoughtfully installed retractable exhaust hoods at individual seating areas.
Once you’ve settled down into your preferred spot, don’t rush through the menu—there are over 30 meat cuts and parts to choose from, ranging from tongue, offal, cartilage, and more.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the options, ordering either the Mokurin Speciality or the Mokurin Moriawase is a safe bet. The Mokurin Speciality includes Beef Dashimaki Tamago (S$12), Beef Tongue with Leek (S$26), and Mokurin Soup Chicken Rice (S$17.50). Meanwhile, the Mokurin Moriawase includes Mokurin Assorted BBQ 300g Beef and Chicken (S$50) and Premium Wagyu Assorted BBQ 300g (S$115).
Prefer a more wallet-friendly option? You can order your favourites à la carte, such as the Pork Belly Samgyeopsal Set (S$18.50) and Garlic Hanami (S$18.50). For our adventurous foodies, try the rare cuts that are uncommonly found in Singapore, like Simacho (S$15.80), referring to beef large intestines, or Beef Cheek Meat (S$13.80).
Beyond meats, there are various sides you can opt for—our favourite is the Assorted Kimchi (S$12.50). There are also mushrooms and vegetables you can order to grill and pair alongside your meats.
We love our yakiniku with carbs, and the restaurant delivers with four different rice sizes—from small to double extra large, priced between S$4 and S$7. Not a big fan of rice? Don’t worry, as the restaurant also has noodles and soup options, perfect for cleansing your palate between grilled meats.
End the night with a drink of your choice! Alongside regular soft drinks like Secret Lemonade Soda (S$6) and Coca-Cola (S$5), the restaurant offers a solid selection of alcoholic beverages. From Premium Japanese Sake to Sapporo Draft Beer (S$10), the options are plenty. Just imagining a solo night of grilled meats paired with a nice cold pint of beer is a dream come true for introverts.
Savour some me-time at this cosy eatery and recharge after a long, tiring day. It’s a bonus for our Easties, thanks to its convenient location—and for our Westies, trust us when we said it’s worth the journey for some good ol’ premium grilled meats and drinks.
Taishu Yakiniku Horumon Mokurin
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📍 218 East Coast Road, Singapore 428916
🕒 4pm–11pm (Daily)
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