Tried the hamburg steak set with side orders. The clam chowder tasted rich, creamy, peppery with a mild sweetness of clams and potatoes. Hamburg steak was juicy and tender with a rich taste of umami. Quality and service was great but food was slightly pricey due to the portion.
Chris T
5
It was a busy Monday evening. Since was hungry we just took the very front seat. Not a good location but didn’t bother about it much haha.
Food came not long after placing order.
The soups were good, beef is just a beef..
Truffle fries was what expected
Overall was a pleasant dinner for 2 of us
NomNomFables
5
Dropped by Royal Host for their new collab with HyLife Pork and really enjoyed it. The pork Hamburg steak was juicy and flavourful, especially with the creamy sauce. The wafu version had a nice savoury balance too. Loved that you can pair it with rice or bread and choose from soups like onion gratin, clam chowder or lobster bisque. Service was warm and attentive, making the whole dining experience even more enjoyable. Overall a comforting and satisfying meal.
Theresa H
4
This is a Japanese Western restaurant located at Basement 3 inside Takashimaya Shopping Center. I often walked past there and thought the dessert looked great.
I was meeting my sis one day and she asked if I would like to lunch there. I jumped at this opportunity since I did not think my friends would like to eat at a Japanese Western restaurant.
FOOD : 3/5 (overal)
Clam Chowder - 3/5
The clam chowder was not too bad, but for the price, it was a tad too small a bowl
Shrimp & Mushroom Ajillo - 3/5
It definitely looked better than it tasted. It was not bad, but not great either. Call me crazy; ajillo was essentially sauteing the ingredients in olive oil with garlic, or something like that. i found it too oily for my liking. The shrimp tasted fresh and mushroom was good.
Fish & Chip - 4/5
Fish was crispy and fresh. Fries were shoestring fries. Again with that price, I expected 50% more fish.
AMBIANCE 5/5
It was brightly lit; it was how a cafe as such in Tokyo or Osaka would be. Minimal decor with light colored furniture.
SERVICE 4/5
Service was good, no complaints. Was the staff extra attentive or friendly to the point it left me a wonderful impression? No, but they were good without a fault.
Would I return here again? I might just come back and check out the dessert which did looked really interesting.
Will update here again.
Fish & Chip, Shrimp & mushroom Ajillo
L Y
2
2025.12.16 (Tuesday)
OVERRATED FAMILY RESTAURANT
I walked past this restaurant recently and was intrigued to find a Japanese western restaurant akin to Ma Maison here. Today, enroute to Kinokuniya I decide to pop over for lunch, 15 mins before noon.
Atmosphere
The place is brightly lighted (unlike Ma Maison) and it’s great for families and gatherings
Service
The service personnel are all decked in black and white attire, akin to a fine-dining restaurant… and it stops at that. To save labour costs, you scan a QR quote to order. The service personnel is not attentive and even when making eye contact, will ignore you. Terrible for a Japanese brand.
FOOD
Well, skip the weekday set lunch. It’s a scam. It’s not really a set … you pay extra for drinks and soup.. I decided to go for the ala carte where the cross-selling option of a soup and drink is offered at additional costs.
Guess what came first ? The coffee. Not the soup. What happened to the common sense?
My hamburg lunch is pretty meh. French fries and corn tasted like McDonalds. The hamburg is 马马虎虎。Clam chowder is small but above average.
CONCLUSION:
I am never coming back again. All these for close to $40 🤔 I know of an actual Japanese restaurant at Somerset offering half the price for a better quality Hamburg. With refillable green tea, refillable cabbage and refillable fish soup … way superior to the chowder.
RYKAYOYU
5
I love Royal Host in Japan. That's was first time for me to visit there.
Their foods were fantastic. I chose a grillef pork. Sauce was rich. Meat was tender and juicy, very nicely cooked. They serve kids plates as well. Your kids can enjoy.
Negative points are long queue during dinner time and a bit expensive.
M
3
Always wanted to try this since they opened to fanfare in jewel. Then they opened in Takashimaya I think last year but I could never find the shop. Then finally I realised they’ve taken over the Genki sushi spot beside the guardian pharmacy.
Finally had the chance to try this in their Takashimaya branch. Had the signature hamburg steak. It was good and flavorful but it looks nothing like the menu photos. Quite small size compared to the illustrations. In Japan they stick very close to what is photographed on the menu. I guess in sg they don’t need to because customers are not so discerning.
Based on the quality and quantity, maybe the price is quite expensive. You have to top up for drink, rice, or bread, soup combo.
Also tried the signature onion soup which apparently Marilyn Monroe loved when she visited Japan for her honeymoon. Very disappointing. Not very savory, too sweet. The worse thing is the cheese is centered on the bread, not enough cheese, not well toasted or broiled so it’s very soggy and not appetising. The portion is also tiny. For the pricing, a normal sized soup bowl is also possible.
The Hamburg steak I think it’s pretty good. But the onion soup no. Would I be back? Maybe if there’s a promotion. Service wise nothing much to talk about. Outlet atmosphere and design is modern and new.
Shermein _
3
Drink: could do with some honey. Tropical Tea but only had a mild hint of strawberry +mint leaf. Not really what i had in mind which is usually a mix of 2 or more fruits.. overall quite bland. Tasted more like diluted tea.
Mushroom soup: I heard it was good. Tastes ok. But a lot of clumpy corn starch or something.
Tomato fried rice w. Crunchy chicken: chicken is crispy and fresh. Slightly on the salty side, which i’m ok with. Rice, very bland, no flavour. Sausage /bacon thrown in as well. Nothing special.
Cutlery served to me had something, like leftover food?
Service: Can see they are trying to smile. Not great but not terrible. Just wished servers can be more attentive without me having to initiate all the time.
Went in the afternoon so not too noisy.
Unlikely to come back.
Chris Quek
4
I felt suddenly in Tokyo with the atmosphere. The service was extremely fast in minutes and the staff were so cheerful and polite.
Food is pricey but interesting. Quality is normal.
But if you see many Japanese groups dining, you know it is something authentic.
Pitcha Green
5
On my recent visit to Royal Host, I opted for a mix of hearty classics and comfort dishes, accompanied by red wine.
I started with the clam chowder, which arrived piping hot with a creamy, velvety texture. The balance of clams and potatoes was well-executed, offering a satisfying depth of flavor without being overly heavy. Following that, the onion gratin soup was another highlight—rich, deeply caramelized onions topped with melted cheese that added both savoriness and a touch of indulgence.
For mains, I ordered both the sirloin steak (medium rare) and the hamburg steak. The sirloin was beautifully cooked—juicy, tender, and seared with a light crust that locked in the flavor. Each slice carried the right balance of beef richness and charred aroma. The hamburg steak provided a more homestyle counterpoint: moist, flavorful, and seasoned just enough to bring out the natural sweetness of the meat.
To accompany the meal, I had two glasses of red wine. The pairing elevated the dining experience, as the wine’s structure complemented the richness of the beef dishes and balanced the creamy soups perfectly.
Overall, Royal Host delivered a consistently satisfying meal, with comforting flavors and reliable execution. While the menu leans toward classic western-style dining, the attention to balance and presentation makes it enjoyable for both casual and slightly refined occasions.