Hanare (Tanjong Pagar)
Located just around the corner from the popular Teppei, and up a narrow flight of steps, Hanare doesn't serve your usual chirashi -- the sashimi is sliced into thick chunks and marinated. Although you won't find a snaking queue here, believe me, the bara chirashi is every bit as good as the one served at Teppei. This visit was back in the days where $17.60++ could get you a bara chirashi-don and access to a 4-side dish buffet spread, which is incredibly value for money! <Update: We went back recently in October 2015 and since then, prices have remained the same but instead of having a free-flow of side dishes, you get a set consisting of one appetizer of your choice + free flow rice/miso soup/tea>
Unlike Teppei, which is counter seats only, you get a cosy dining room overlooking the street below. Best thing is, you don't have to queue.
For those going for the bara set, you're limited to that small section over there. Pay a bit more ($19.90++) and you get the full array of Japanese sides along with your main. To be honest, it's not really worth the top up -- 4 dishes are plenty already -- and you'll only be missing out on a couple more dishes like soba, fried beancurd skins, tamago, grilled fish etc. Save the space for the main course instead.
5 sides + miso soup. Guess they forgot to count.
Assortment of braised mushrooms and root vegetables.
Simple salad with wafu dressing -- since its free, take more ;)
Aaand... presenting the star of the show~ Look at how thick and glistening those chunks of sashimi are! There's salmon, tuna, swordfish and squid, topped with ikura and doused in that heavenly marinade.
Btw check this out, our bara chirashi picture is featured on Coconut Singapore's list of Top 5 chirashi bowl!
Having a go at the side dishes: we particularly liked the braised root vegetables and mushroom, flavorful and very homely.
Hanare is THE place for your chirashi fix. For a decent price, the portions are generous and guaranteed to satisfy. So, if you ever find yourself at the rear end of that insane Teppei queue, head on over to Hanare!
Hanare
Address: 99B, Tanjong Pagar Road, 088520
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 12:00-14:30, 18:30-20:00; Closed Sun
Website: www.facebook.com/hanaresingapore
Contact: +65 6222 1976
Damage: ~$21/pax
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