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MODERN JAPANESE DINING & FINE SAKE, IN THE HEART OF SINGAPORE
TANOKE is a modern Japanese restaurant and sake bar on Purvis Street in Singapore, near Bugis and City Hall. Specialising in binchotan-grilled Wagyu, seasonal Japanese cuisine, curated sake pairings, and private dining experiences, TANOKE offers contemporary Japanese dining within a conserved heritage shophouse.
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HEAD CHEF RIO
For Chef Rio, great cooking begins with sincerity — cook from the heart, enjoy the process, and your guests will feel it.
His journey began at his parents’ bee hoon stall and later took shape at Fat Cow, Kinki, and Kabuke. At TANOKE, he blends washoku tradition with contemporary creativity, presenting elegant, umami-forward dishes thoughtfully paired with sake. A finalist at Japan’s World Washoku Challenge in 2015 and 2016, he continues to celebrate heritage through modern Japanese dining.
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PRIVATE EVENTS
TANOKE offers an intimate setting for private dining, celebrations, and corporate gatherings, set within a conserved shophouse with modern Japanese elegance.
Curated menus and thoughtful sake pairings are designed to suit each occasion, from relaxed gatherings to more formal events. Located just steps from Bugis and City Hall, TANOKE provides a refined yet welcoming space for memorable celebrations.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is TANOKE a Japanese restaurant in Singapore?
TANOKE is a modern Japanese restaurant and sake bar located on Purvis Street in Singapore, near Bugis and City Hall.
Does TANOKE serve Wagyu?
Yes. TANOKE specialises in binchotan-grilled Wagyu and seasonal Japanese dishes, including premium Japanese and Australian Wagyu cuts.
Does TANOKE offer sake pairing?
Yes. TANOKE offers curated sake pairings, seasonal sake selections, and occasional guided sake tasting experiences.
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Is TANOKE suitable for private dining?
Yes. TANOKE offers private dining and corporate event spaces for celebrations, business dinners, and sake events.
Where is TANOKE located?
TANOKE is located along Purvis Street in Singapore, a short walk from Bugis and City Hall MRT stations.