Tanuki Raw: The Crown Jewel of Jewel @ Changi Airport, Singapore
Perched majestically on the top floor of Jewel Changi Airport, Tanuki Raw offers an unbeatable experience with awe-inspiring views of the Rain Vortex, Canopy Park, and the vibrant Cloud9 Piazza. This modern Japanese restaurant and bar combines the elegance of traditional Japanese cuisine with a thrilling American twist, creating an atmosphere that perfectly complements the fun, exciting spirit of Jewel Changi.
A Dining Experience Like No Other
Tanuki Raw is not just a restaurant; it’s an extraordinary dining destination. The menu is a celebration of culinary creativity, featuring an enticing array of small plates, shareable dishes, donburi, and noodle bowls, all made from the freshest ingredients. From inventive takes on classic Japanese fare to a vibrant and inviting ambiance, every detail is designed to impress.
Culinary Innovations
Tanuki Raw dazzles with its imaginative menu that boldly fuses flavors and techniques. Indulge in standout creations like pizza fries, spicy roasted drumsticks, and the luxurious foie gras char siew unagi donburi. And for those who appreciate the classics, the chirashi don is a true gem that never fails to delight.
Unmatched Freshness
At Tanuki Raw, freshness isn’t just a promise; it’s a guarantee. The restaurant takes immense pride in sourcing only the finest seafood for its sashimi and oyster bar selections. Every bite is a testament to the restaurant’s commitment to top-tier quality and exceptional taste.
Jewel Changi’s Ultimate Happy Hour
With a generous happy hour running daily from 3 PM to 7 PM and an all-day special on Sundays, it’s the perfect way to unwind and enjoy.
The Best Singapore Sling in Town
Tanuki Raw’s Singapore Sling isn’t just a drink; it’s a masterpiece. Using Singapore-made Rojak Gin, this modern take on the classic cocktail is refreshingly complex, capturing the essence of Singapore in every sip. It’s the ultimate way to savor the city’s spirit.
The World is Flat: A Bar Experience Beyond Compare
There’s no airport bar quite like Tanuki Raw’s The World is Flat. This exclusive bar offers an exceptional selection of craft cocktails, rotating draft beers, fine wines, and boutique spirits from across the globe. Whether guests are craving the perfect Singapore Sling or a crisp gin martini to accompany their prawn cocktail, The World is Flat delivers an unparalleled drinking experience.
Singapore Sling
Compendium Rojak Gin, Cointreau, Benedictine, cherry brandy, lemon, pineapple, raspberry, lager, tea foam
Tanuki Raw’s Singapore Sling is a truly remarkable twist on a classic cocktail, showcasing a blend of traditional charm and modern sophistication. This masterful creation is built around the intriguing Compendium Rojak Gin, which adds a unique and aromatic depth to the drink.
The cocktail begins with the refreshing notes of Compendium Rojak Gin, a premium spirit that introduces an intricate array of flavors to the mix. Combined with the bright citrus zing of lemon and the sweet, complex layers of Cointreau, this Sling offers a balanced and inviting base. The inclusion of Benedictine and cherry brandy brings a rich, herbal sweetness and a hint of fruitiness, elevating the drink’s complexity.
Adding a playful twist, Tanuki Raw incorporates pineapple and raspberry, which infuse the cocktail with a vibrant burst of tropical and berry flavors. This combination creates a delightful contrast against the gin’s botanical profile, making each sip a refreshing experience.
The drink is topped off with a delicate lager and a frothy tea foam, which not only adds a sophisticated texture but also enhances the overall sensory experience. The lager contributes a subtle effervescence, while the tea foam provides a smooth, creamy finish that lingers on the palate.
Tanuki Raw’s Singapore Sling is more than just a cocktail; it’s a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. With its unique blend of ingredients and expertly balanced flavors, this drink is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a modern take on a beloved classic.
Yuzu Sake Spritz
Yuzu sake, prosecco, calamansi
Tanuki Raw’s Yuzu Sake Spritz is a refreshing and invigorating cocktail that perfectly captures the essence of vibrant citrus flavors with a touch of elegance. At its core, this spritz features yuzu sake, a delightful fusion of traditional sake and the uniquely aromatic yuzu citrus fruit. The yuzu sake brings a fragrant, tangy essence that’s both exotic and refreshing.
The cocktail is elevated by the addition of prosecco, which introduces a delightful effervescence and a touch of dryness, creating a sparkling contrast to the yuzu sake’s lush, citrus notes. This combination not only enhances the drink’s light and airy quality but also adds a celebratory flair to each sip.
A splash of calamansi further enhances the cocktail’s complexity, contributing a zesty and slightly sweet undertone that perfectly complements the yuzu’s vibrant profile. The calamansi adds a nuanced depth, making the Yuzu Sake Spritz both refreshing and intriguingly layered.
Chalong Bay Daiquiri
Chalong Bay Rum, lime, sugar
At its heart is Chalong Bay Rum, a premium spirit known for its smoothness and rich character. This rum is meticulously crafted, and its exceptional quality shines through in every sip.
The Chalong Bay Daiquiri embraces simplicity with elegance. The balance between the zesty tang of fresh lime and the perfectly measured sweetness of sugar creates a harmonious blend that enhances the rum’s natural flavors. Each ingredient plays a crucial role, allowing the rum to take center stage while being complemented by the bright citrus and subtle sweetness.
The cocktail’s clean, crisp profile makes it incredibly refreshing, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.
Freshly Shucked Oyster
Freshly shucked live raw oyster with red wine vinaigrette
Each oyster is expertly shucked to order, ensuring that diners experience the full, pristine flavor of these oceanic treasures.
The oysters are served live and raw, maintaining their delicate texture and briny freshness. The accompanying red wine vinaigrette adds a sophisticated touch, perfectly balancing the oysters’ natural salinity with a subtle, tangy complexity. This vinaigrette enhances the oysters without overpowering their clean, fresh taste.
Every bite of Tanuki Raw’s Freshly Shucked Oyster delivers a burst of pure ocean flavor, complemented by the nuanced acidity of the vinaigrette. It’s a simple yet elegant dish that showcases the high quality of the ingredients and the skillful preparation behind the scenes.
Spicy Garlic Oyster
Freshly shucked Oyster with a spicy and tangy garlic miso sauce
The sauce is a masterful blend of spicy heat and tangy richness, with garlic and miso coming together to create a flavor profile that is both invigorating and complex. The heat from the spice adds a lively kick, while the garlic infuses the dish with a savory depth, and the miso contributes a pleasant umami richness.
Foie Gras Jewel Truffle Gyu
A Jewel exclusive creation, pan-seared foie gras and charcoal grilled sliced beef short rib served with Tanuki Raw’s truffle soy and black garlic teriyaki sauce, onsen egg, pickles shio konbu and chives over Tanuki Raw’s signature mixed rice
Tanuki Raw’s Foie Gras Jewel Truffle Gyu is an exclusive culinary masterpiece that redefines luxury dining with its decadent ingredients and sophisticated flavors.
The foie gras is expertly pan-seared to achieve a perfectly crisp exterior while maintaining its lush, buttery interior. It pairs seamlessly with the charcoal-grilled beef short rib, which adds a smoky depth and tender texture to the dish. The beef is sliced to perfection, offering a robust flavor that complements the richness of the foie gras.
The Foie Gras Jewel Truffle Gyu is enhanced by Tanuki Raw’s exquisite truffle soy and black garlic teriyaki sauce. This sauce adds an aromatic, umami-rich dimension, with the truffle providing a luxurious, earthy note and the black garlic contributing a subtle sweetness and complexity.
The dish is beautifully presented over Tanuki Raw’s signature mixed rice, which serves as a perfect base for the rich and flavorful components. An onsen egg adds a silky, velvety texture, while pickles, shio konbu, and chives provide a refreshing contrast and elevate the dish with layers of taste and texture.
Suggested pairing: S Tokyo Matsumidori
Junmai with pure yuzu juice Nishinomiya
This sake opens with enticing aromas of crisp green apple and fragrant muscat, evoking a sense of bright, fresh fruit. Its flavor profile balances a refined sweetness with a lively acidity reminiscent of a fine white wine. The genshu style, characterized by its undiluted nature, imparts a luxurious, velvety texture, making it exceptionally smooth on the palate. Despite its rich mouthfeel, it boasts a lower alcohol content than typical sake, offering a lighter, more delicate drinking experience.
Jewel Chirashi
Botan ebi, Hamachi, salmon, spicy negitoro, snow crab, ikura, pickles over Tanuki Raw’s signature mixed rice
The Jewel Chirashi boasts an impressive lineup of seafood: succulent botan ebi, buttery hamachi, and rich salmon, each providing its unique flavor and texture. The spicy negitoro adds a delightful kick, enhancing the dish with its creamy, spicy profile. Snow crab and ikura bring a touch of sweetness and brininess, adding layers of complexity to the bowl.
All of these components are thoughtfully arranged over Tanuki Raw’s signature mixed rice, which serves as the perfect base for the vibrant and diverse toppings. The rice is expertly seasoned, providing a subtle complement to the rich flavors of the seafood.
Pickles add a refreshing contrast, offering a tangy crunch that balances the richness of the fish and seafood. The overall presentation of the Jewel Chirashi is not only visually stunning but also a testament to Tanuki Raw’s dedication to excellence in both taste and aesthetics.
Suggested pairing: Kozaemon Daiginjo
Light Daiginjo with aromatic fragrance , Mizunami
This sake enchants with its bouquet of ripe pear and pineapple, interwoven with delicate white floral notes and a hint of sweet dusted sugar and aniseed. On the palate, it delivers a refreshing burst of nashi pear and crisp apple, accented by subtle cocoa powder undertones. With a medium intensity of flavor and a pleasantly dry character, it finishes with a clean, brisk snap. Smooth and sophisticated, this sake epitomizes elegance and finesse in its style, offering a refined and memorable drinking experience.
Snow Crab & Avocado
Steamed snow crab tossed with light mayo, topped with guacamole, fried shallots, lettuce and tomato in a brioche bun
Tanuki Raw’s Snow Crab & Avocado is a delectable and inventive creation that brings a touch of sophistication to a classic comfort food. This gourmet delight features tender, steamed snow crab that is expertly tossed with a light, creamy mayo, adding a subtle richness while letting the natural sweetness of the crab shine through.
The crab is generously topped with a smooth and flavorful guacamole, which adds a creamy, tangy contrast to the dish. Fried shallots introduce a delightful crunch and a hint of caramelized sweetness, enhancing the overall texture and depth of flavor.
Nestled in a soft, buttery brioche bun, the Snow Crab & Avocado is further complemented by crisp lettuce and juicy tomato, creating a harmonious balance of freshness and flavor. The brioche bun, with its light, slightly sweet profile, provides the perfect vessel for this luxurious filling, ensuring each bite is both satisfying and indulgent.
Tanuki Raw + The World Is Flat @ Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Boulevard 05-202 Jewel, Singapore Changi Airport, 819666
