Unagi lovers will love the new Premium Hitsumabushi Set ($19.90) by unagi expert, UnaUna! Available exclusively at UnaUna’s latest VivoCity outlet (for now), the Hitsumabushi is a popular menu item from Nagoya, with the traditional version offering 3 ways to enjoy unagi.
As for UnaUna’s ambience, there’s nothing much to shout about—the place is decorated simply in a minimalist fashion, and it’s a good spot for family meals. However, you do get to witness the chef grilling your unagi over charcoal through the open kitchen, which is a nice touch.
Unagi Hitsumabushi Set (Small), $10.80
UnaUna’s unique take on Hitsumabushi introduces another 3 new ways to eat unagi, giving you a total of 6 ways to enjoy this luxurious dish! You’re probably already familiar with the first 3 ways: first, to eat it on its own in its original form; second, add wasabi and spring onions to taste; and third, pour dashi broth over the rice and unagi.
Premium Unagi Hitsumabushi Set (Medium), $19.90
UnaUna’s new way of enjoying the dish involves some DIY as you eat the unagi hand roll-style. The set comes with seaweed squares for you to create your own perfect little bite (you can ask for more seaweed if you need). There are 3 recommended ways for you to savour the unagi with seaweed: simply with just rice and unagi, topped with ikura or with UnaUna’s special spicy sauce.
Out of the 3 new and unique ways, our favourite was to have it with the spicy sauce. Usually, Japanese-style chilli sauces or powders aren’t that spicy; but this sauce is spicier than you think and a little goes a long way in giving you that savoury-spicy kick.
Having the unagi with ikura was also interesting texturally, giving briny pops of flavour with each bite that complemented the sweet unagi sauce well. There are 2 sizes of the Premium Hitsumabushi Set to choose from: M ($19.90) and L ($22.90). There’s also a S version ($10.80) of the Hitsumabushi set for the most bang for your buck—except this one doesn’t come with seaweed wraps.
Premium Unagi Hitsumabushi Set (Medium), $19.90
Overall though, we think that simplicity is best: savouring UnaUna’s original Hitsumabushi on its own is perfectly enjoyable, easy and without the fuss or frills of having to assemble or tinker around with the food. Of course, if you love experimenting with food (or if you have some extra time), go ahead and experience all the 6 ways for yourself and find out which is your favourite way to enjoy unagi!
UnaUna
Ambience: 2/5
Food/Drinks: 3/5
Service: 4/5
Price: $
Worth a visit: Good for families!
Address: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-94 VivoCity, Singapore 098585
Opening Hours: 11.30am-9.30pm daily
