Specialising in the Japanese technique of aburi, or flame-searing, Aburi-EN brings an authentic taste of Japan to VivoCity with its focus on perfectly grilled wagyu and pork donburi. The restaurant's name says it all – "aburi" refers to the partial grilling method that brings out the best in each ingredient, balancing textures and coordinating flavours to create mouth-watering dishes. Located on the first level of VivoCity, this cosy Japanese eatery has built a devoted following among locals and visitors alike who appreciate quality Japanese cuisine at accessible prices.
The star of the menu is undoubtedly the premium wagyu selection, featuring A4 and A5 Miyazaki wagyu that has consecutively won Japan's prestigious National Wagyu Award three times. Signature bowls like the Wagyu Karubi Don and Wagyu Stamina Don, topped with Okinawa eggs and mixed vegetables, showcase the restaurant's commitment to quality ingredients. Beyond wagyu, the Premium Buta Don at 6.50 has earned rave reviews for its impossibly tender grilled pork that some diners compare to abalone in texture. The menu also features crowd-pleasers like the Aburi Salmon Don at 4.50, Chicken Nanban Don, Unagi Jyu, and noodle options including Kyushu Tonkotsu Karamiso Ramen and Wagyu Niku Udon. Side dishes like grilled Hokkaido squid and mentaiko round out the offerings.
With a stellar 4.9 out of 5 rating on foodpanda based on over 100 reviews, Aburi-EN consistently receives praise for the exceptional value and quality of its Japanese wagyu. While the intimate space can get crowded during peak dining hours, particularly on Friday nights, and portions tend to run on the smaller side, diners keep returning for the perfectly executed aburi technique and premium ingredients. The restaurant strikes a sweet spot in Singapore's competitive Japanese dining scene, offering top-class wagyu experiences without the premium fine-dining price tag.
6259 9603
VivoCity
Operating Hours
Open Now
Closes in 10h 16m
Monday
11 am–10 pm
Tuesday
11 am–10 pm
Wednesday
11 am–10 pm
Thursday
11 am–10 pm
Friday
11 am–10 pm
Saturday
(Today)
11 am–10 pm
Sunday
11 am–10 pm
Price Distribution
$10–2029%
$20–3041%
$30–4012%
$40–507%
Our Menu
Appetizers
Hokkaido Ika Surume
$12.00
Grilled Hokkaido squid
Grilled Mentaiko
$10.00
Flame-grilled seasoned cod roe
Gyoza
$8.00
Juicy pan-fried dumplings
Main Course
Wagyu Karubi Don
$24.00
Grilled Miyazaki wagyu on rice, a lip-smacking signature dish
Wagyu Stamina Don
$22.00
Grilled Miyazaki and Australian wagyu with mixed vegetables, topped with Okinawa egg
Premium Buta Don
$16.50
Tender grilled pork jowl with exceptional texture, compared to abalone
A4/A5 Miyazaki wagyu skewered with oyster mushrooms and zucchini, drizzled with truffle oil
Menu Highlights
Aburi Mentaiko Kaisen Bara Chirashi Don
$19.90
Truffle Kaisen Bara Chirashi Don
$19.90
Mentai/Truffle Bara Don
$14.90
Truffle/Mentai Roast Wagyu Don
$19.90
Spicy Chicken Don
$12.50
Kaisen Bara Chirashi Don
$19.90
Exciting New Flavours
Cheesy Chicken Teppan
$10.90
Yakiniku Chicken Teppan
$10.90
Menu Highlights
WAGYU & UNAGI COMBO JYU
$25.00
AUSTRALIAN WAGYU BEEF AND GRILLED EEL ON RICE BOWL
ABURI BUTA & UNAGI COMBO JYU
$18.00
PORK LOIN AND GRILLED EEL ON RICE BOWL
BUTA HOHO & UNAGI COMBO JYU
$22.00
TENDER PORK CHEEK AND GRILLED EEL ON RICE BOWL
Menu Highlights
Tender Chestnut Pork Buta Don
$13.90
Grilled pork loin, shimeji mushroom on rice
Premium Buta Don
$16.90
Grilled tender pork loin, shimeji mushroom on rice
Premium Buta Bara Don
$17.90
Grilled premium pork belly, shimeji mushrooms on rice
Mentaiko Buta Don
$14.90
Grilled pork loin topped with flame-seared mentaiko cheese sauce, shimeji mushrooms, onsen egg on rice
Truffle Buta Don
$14.90
Grilled pork loin topped with truffle paste, shimeji mushrooms, onsen egg on rice
Onsen Tamago
$2.00
Onsen Green Egg
$2.00
Mini Salad
$3.00
Asari Miso Soup
$3.00
Hokkaido Scallop
$5.00
Menu Highlights
TONKOTSU RAMEN w ABURI CHAR SIEW
$15.00
Ramen in Pork Bone Broth with Char Siew and half boiled egg
TONKOTSU KARAMISO RAMEN w ABURI CHAR SIEW
$16.00
Ramen in Spicy Pork Bone Broth with Char Siew and half boiled egg
Onsen Egg
$1.00
Salad
$1.50
Menu Highlights
Iberico Hoho Don
$17.50
Grilled iberico pork jowl, shimeji mushrooms on rice
Buta Shogayaki Don
$11.90
Thinly sliced sautéed pork belly in ginger sauce and onions, topped with an onsen egg on rice
No.1 Champion Miyazakigyu Gyudon
Experience exceptional meat quality, a consecutive 4-time winner of Japan's prestigious "National Wagyu Award". Highest quality of Japanese A4/A5 Miyazakigyu, known for its incredible marbling, tenderness, and unparalleled flavour.
Premium Miyazakigyu Jyu
$35.90
90g A4/A5 Miyazaki Wagyu, shimeji mushrooms on rice
Chinese Marinated Egg
$2.00
Chinese Cheese Egg
$2.00
Mini Salad
$2.00
Asari Miso Soup
$3.00
Hokkaido Kora
$6 (2pc)
Menu Highlights
Miyazakigyu Gyudon
Experience exceptional meat quality, a consecutive 4-time winner of Japan's prestigious "National Wagyu Award." Highest quality of Japanese A4/A5 Miyazaki Wagyu, known for its incredible marbling, tenderness, and unparalleled flavour.
Okinawa Onsen Egg
$2.00
Mini Salad
$2.00
Asari Miso Soup
$3.00
Hokkaido Ikura
$6 (25g)
Menu Highlights
Buta Don
$12.00
Grilled pork loin on rice
Premium Buta Don
$15.00
Grilled chestnut pork loin on rice
Premium Buta Bara Don
$16.00
Charcoal grilled premium pork belly on rice
Iberico Hoho Don
$16.00
Charcoal grilled Iberico pork jowl on rice
Okinawa Onsen Egg (Topping)
$1.50
Mini Salad
$1.50
Asari Miso Soup
$2.80
Menu Highlights
WAGYU KARUBI DON
$19.00
Grilled Miyazaki Wagyu on rice
PREMIUM WAGYU JYU
$28.00
Grilled Premium Miyazaki Wagyu on rice
PREMIUM YUKKE JYU
$23.00
Lightly torched Marinated Raw Miyazaki Wagyu strips with shredded cucumbers topped with onsen egg on
Onsen Egg
$1.00
Salad
$1.50
Menu Highlights
Okinawa Green Egg
$1.50
Foie Gras
$6.80
Mini Salad
$1.50
Hakk
$2.80
いくら
$5.80
Aburi Buta & Unagi Combo Jyu
$19.50
Pork loin and grilled eel on rice
Wagyu & Unagi Combo Jyu
$26.50
Australian wagyu and grilled eel on rice
3-Kinds Buta Combo Jyu
$19.50
Charcoal grilled premium pork belly, pork loin and Iberico pork jowl on rice
Aburi Hoho & Unagi Combo Jyu
$22.50
Tender pork cheek and grilled eel on rice bowl
Menu Highlights
Premium Buta Bara Don
$17.90
Grilled premium pork belly, shimeji mushrooms on rice
Truffle Buta Don
$14.90
Grilled pork loin topped with truffle paste, shimeji mushrooms, onsen egg on rice
Mentaiko Buta Don
Pork belly topped with flame-seared mentaiko sauce, shimeji mushrooms
Mini Miso Soup
$2.00
Asari Miso Soup
$3.00
Hokkaido Ikura
$6 (25g)
SWEETS
$5.80
Menu Highlights
Mentaiko Roast Wagyu Don
Australian roast wagyu topped with flame seared mentaiko cheese sauce, shimeji mushrooms, onsen egg on rice
Roast Wagyu Don
$18.90
Australian roast wagyu with smoked yakiniku sauce, shimeji mushrooms, onsen egg on rice
Truffle Roast Wagyu Don
$19.90
Australian roast wagyu topped with truffle paste, shimeji mushrooms, onsen egg on rice
Special Drink
$7.50
Menu Highlights
GYUDON
Sukiyaki-style Miyazaki Wagyu on rice
SUKIYAKI JYU
$22.00
Sukiyaki-style Miyazaki Wagyu on rice
WAGYU KARUBI DON
$19.00
Grilled Australian Wagyu on rice
PREMIUM WAGYU JYU
$28.00
Grilled Premium Miyazaki Wagyu on rice
STAMINA DON
$19.00
Grilled Miyazaki Wagyu with onions and egg on rice
Onsen Egg
$1.00
Salad
$1.50
Menu Highlights
Dessert with strawberry
$3.80
Sorbet
$2.80
Menu Highlights
Soboro Bento
$18.80
Eggs with ground beef boiled in special sauce
Soboro & Shogayaki Bento
$19.80
Sautéed ginger pork with eggs and ground beef boiled in special sauce
Soboro & Wagyu Bento
$11.80
Grilled Australian wagyu with eggs and ground beef boiled in special sauce
Teriyaki Chicken Bento
$18.80
Teriyaki chicken and spinach
Pork Shogayaki Bento
$19.80
Sautéed ginger pork and onions with red pickled ginger
I have dined at this establishment multiple times, across various branches, and consistently experienced satisfactory service, location, and cuisine.
The serving sizes were generous, and the dishes, particularly the pork, chicken, and fish options, were delicious.
The rice was exceptionally good, with a distinctly Japanese texture.
While the service was adequate, the prices were slightly elevated, although reasonable considering the overall quality and portion sizes.
Orders can be placed via QR code, with payment made at the counter.
Ice creams are good. 👍
Jessica Salisi
First time visiting with my family after a morning at the beach, and it was a wonderful experience. Joel was incredibly welcoming and attentive to all our needs. The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and relaxing, with soothing music that adds to the overall charm. Food is fantastic! We truly enjoyed our time here and will definitely be coming back! ☺️
Lenon Tan
Physical menu, scan QR to order, after meal pay at cashier.
Lean pork slices were perfectly grilled so tender, tasted like mock abalone slices. Never in my life tried pork slices so tender.
Service was prompt and attentive.
Environment was clean and comfy, with soft music.
Natasha Tjahjadi
Had the usual premium buta don and it was as good as ever, however noticed that the price has increased since I last ate there.
The meat was well seasoned and grilled nicely, rice was perfectly cooked. Highly recommend if you are around the area.
Was quite reasonably empty on a weekday.
Crizel B
Tried the Buta Don and Salmon Don – both were really good! The pork was tender and flavorful, while the salmon was fresh and tasty. Great meal overall!
