Aburiya
#01-03 The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay, 6735-4862.

Each table is kitted out with its own grill.

Aburiyatei
#01-10 The Quayside, 60 Robertson Quay, 6836-5370.

A small yet authentic yakitori joint with a wicked variety of dishes.

Akanoya Robatayaki Restaurant
#01-01 Orchard Parade Hotel, 1 Tanglin Rd., 6732-1866.

This lively robatayaki is not for wallflowers. Expect an evening of rowdy banter, laughs and plenty of sake.

En Grill & Bar
#01-59/60 UE Square, 207 River Valley Rd., 6732-6863.

Great food and even better drinks. The grilled rice ball is on our list of 50 things to eat before you die.

Hide Yamamoto
#02-05 Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., 6688-8513.

Robatayaki is one of the four menu choices available, and it's divine.

Ippudo Tao
#01-55 UE Square, 207 River Valley Rd., 6887-5315.

This second outlet of the Japanese ramen joint serves kushiyaki.

San-Sui Sumiyaki & Tsuki Bar
#01-05 One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Rd., 6423-1555.

Given its posh zipcode, you can be sure this is no smelly hole-in-the-wall.

Takumi Restaurant
2/F Marina at Keppel Bay, 2 Keppel Bay Vista, 6271-7414.

A success in Tokyo, this robatayaki and teppanyaki restaurant can get crowded, so make sure to call ahead for a table.

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