Aburi-EN (Guoco Tower) at Guoco Tower
Location: 1 Wallich St, #B2 - 09, Singapore 078884
Floor B2 · Guoco Tower
Aburi (flame-seared) sushi and Japanese grill at Guoco Tower — where fire meets finesse.
Aburi (flame-seared) sushi and Japanese grill at Guoco Tower — where fire meets finesse.
Aburi-EN at Guoco Tower is a Japanese restaurant that specialises in aburi — the technique of flame-searing sushi and other ingredients to unlock deeper flavours. The aburi sushi platters are the highlight, featuring lightly torched nigiri with a smoky aroma and meltingly tender toppings. The menu also covers grilled meats, donburi, and hot plates that showcase the same flame-kissed approach across different proteins, from wagyu to salmon.It is a concept that bridges the precision of sushi with the boldness of teppanyaki. The restaurant offers both à la carte and set menus, with lunch sets providing good value for the Guoco Tower office crowd. The interior is sleek and modern, with booth seating that lends itself to business lunches as much as casual dinners.
Aburi-EN is part of the En Group, which operates several Japanese dining concepts across Singapore, and the quality control shows in the consistent preparation and presentation. If you appreciate the way a little fire transforms sushi from good to extraordinary, Aburi-EN is your spot at Guoco Tower. Come for the aburi, stay for the satisfying range of Japanese grill offerings.
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Based on 1259 Google reviews
Negative Reviews
Eason
Hygiene Issue: 1. Chef did not wash hands after coming back from toilet. 2. His mask was always not worn properly …
Daniel T
1st time having such a seriously overcooked steak in decades. Had to return to kitchen 2x and the 3rd piece was served cold. Gave up, finished the meal, paid & left. Japanese cuisine takes their steak cooking craft a lot more seriously than this. Definitely not recommended.
Positive Reviews
Jensen Neo
A must-visit for Japanese food lovers. Their signature dishes, especially the buta don, are incredibly flavourful and balanced. The ambience is modern yet cosy, and the service is attentive and friendly. The menu offers a variety of options. Great spot for a casual meal or a special treat in the heart of the city.
Guorui Tan
Visited Aburi-En at Guoco Tower and ordered the Beef Striploin Steak Teppan and Iberico Hoho Yaki. Both were delicious. Will definitely be back to try more dishes.
Sarah Yap
Came back here again for set lunch and I ordered the HoHo Don (Pork Jowl) and it was fantastic. The aroma of pork was fantastic and it was very tender as well. Recommend to get this! Set lunch was very.worth it
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Aburi-EN (Guoco Tower)
Aburi-En Restaurant
The exterior of a Japanese restaurant with traditional wooden accents and signage. A large white lantern with the restaurant's logo hangs to the right of the entrance. Inside, a counter displays food items and menus.
Fried Chicken Bowl
A close-up shot of a bowl filled with rice, topped with crispy fried chicken pieces, a creamy sauce, and garnished with chopped green onions. A wedge of lemon and lettuce leaves are visible on the side.
Assorted Grilled Meats and Mushrooms
A close-up shot of a bento box filled with various grilled meats and mushrooms. The meats appear to be thinly sliced and glazed, with some pieces showing char marks. Several small mushrooms are nestled among the meats, and a garnish of shredded white scallions sits in the center. The bento box is dark brown and has a textured surface. The background is a dark, textured surface.
Beef and Pork Bento Box
A bento box filled with rice, topped with sliced grilled pork, chunks of braised beef, mushrooms, and shredded cabbage. The pork is sprinkled with sesame seeds.
Beef and Mushroom Rice Bowl
A close-up overhead shot of a bowl of food. The bowl is filled with rice, topped with slices of glazed beef, sauteed mushrooms, and shredded white scallions. The bowl has a decorative pattern around its rim.
Pork Bowl with Mushrooms and Zucchini
A close-up shot of a bowl of rice topped with sliced grilled pork, sauteed mushrooms, shredded cabbage, and zucchini slices. The pork is glazed and appears to be seasoned. The dish is presented in a dark blue ceramic bowl against a dark, textured background.
Fried Chicken with Sauce
A plate of fried chicken pieces topped with a creamy sauce, served with a side salad and a lemon wedge.
Grilled Chicken Bites with Lemon and Mustard
A close-up shot of grilled chicken pieces served on a black cast-iron platter. The chicken appears to be glazed and slightly charred. A slice of lemon and a dollop of mustard are placed on the side of the platter. The platter rests on a wooden base, set against a dark, textured background.
Ramen Bowl
A close-up shot of a ramen bowl filled with noodles, broth, a soft-boiled egg, chashu pork, seaweed, and other toppings. The bowl is dark red and sits on a dark gray, textured surface.
Pork Belly Rice Bowl
A close-up shot of a rice bowl filled with thinly sliced, pan-fried pork belly. The pork is topped with sautéed mushrooms and shredded scallions, garnished with sesame seeds. The bowl has a blue and white patterned rim.
Unagi Bento Box
A bento box filled with rice, topped with grilled unagi (eel) glazed in a sweet sauce. The box also contains pieces of fried fish, lettuce, and a lemon wedge. A small bowl of white sauce with green onions is served on the side.
Pan-fried dumplings
Five pan-fried dumplings are arranged in a row on a dark brown rectangular plate. The dumplings are golden brown and crispy on the bottom, with pleated tops. The plate is set on a textured gray surface.
A glass of iced tea on a coaster
A close-up shot of a glass filled with iced tea, complete with ice cubes, sits on a wooden table. The glass rests on a dark green coaster with a gold emblem. In the background, a stone wall and shelves stocked with glassware are visible, suggesting an indoor setting like a restaurant or bar. A festive red stocking hangs on the wall in the upper left corner.
Pork and Mushroom Rice Bowl
A close-up shot of a rice bowl filled with grilled pork and mushrooms, topped with shredded scallions and sesame seeds. A small side salad with dressing is visible in the background.
Donburi with Meat and Mushrooms
Two bowls of donburi, a Japanese rice bowl dish, are shown on a wooden table. Each bowl contains rice topped with sliced meat, mushrooms, and shredded scallions, and a poached egg. A small dish with a single poached egg and a plate with chopsticks and spoons are also visible.
Chicken Wings with Salad
A close-up shot of glazed chicken wings served with a side of fresh green salad. The chicken wings appear to be coated in a dark, glossy sauce, and are arranged on a textured black plate. The salad consists of crisp lettuce leaves.
Fried Chicken Bowl
A blue bowl filled with rice, topped with crispy fried chicken pieces drizzled with a creamy pink sauce and garnished with chopped green onions. A wedge of lemon and lettuce leaves are on the side.
Edamame with Sesame Seeds
A black bowl filled with edamame pods, sprinkled with sesame seeds, sits on a wooden table. Two glasses of drinks, one with a light-colored beverage and the other with a golden-hued drink, are visible in the background, each resting on a coaster.
Japanese Meal Set
A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray. The set includes a bowl of rice topped with grilled eel, shredded white onions, and mushrooms. To the side, there is a small bowl of gyoza and a salad with cherry tomatoes and a creamy dressing. A black lidded bowl, likely for soup, is also visible.
Grilled Eel Skewers
Six pieces of grilled eel, glazed with a dark sauce, are served on a long, dark platter. A single white and pink pickled ginger spear is attached to the leftmost piece of eel. The background is a dark, textured surface.
Japanese Food Spread
A table laden with various Japanese dishes, including a bowl of ramen, gyoza, edamame, a rice bowl, and two drinks. A person's arms are visible in the background.
Japanese Meal Set
A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray. The set includes a bowl of rice topped with meat, a soft-boiled egg, and shredded green onions. Accompanying dishes are a small bowl of seaweed salad, a green salad with tomatoes and dressing, a bowl with a lid, and a small glass of green dessert with red bean paste.
Fried Calamari
A close-up shot of fried calamari rings and tentacles served on a dark plate with a green leaf and a dollop of white sauce. The calamari is golden brown and appears crispy.
Ramen Bowl
A close-up shot of a ramen bowl filled with creamy broth, topped with nori seaweed, thinly sliced red chili threads, green onions, and dark mushrooms. The bowl is placed on a wooden table.
Japanese Restaurant Interior
The interior of a Japanese restaurant with traditional wooden decor. Booth seating and tables are set with chairs. Above the seating area, decorative panels and wooden beams create a layered ceiling effect. Along the back wall, a bar area is visible with bottles on shelves. Several framed Japanese characters hang on the wall above the entrance to the seating area. A display with food images and text is visible to the right.
Grilled Mackerel
A close-up shot of a grilled mackerel fillet served on a rectangular black plate. The fish is golden brown with visible grill marks and a crispy skin. It is garnished with a slice of lemon, two pink pickled ginger sticks, and a small mound of grated daikon radish. A green leaf is placed under the fish. The background is a dark, textured surface.
Two iced drinks with straws and garnishes
Two tall glasses of iced drinks with red and white striped straws and mint garnishes sit on a wooden table. One drink has a star-shaped stirrer. Chopsticks and a spoon are visible in the foreground. The background shows a textured wall and seating.
Fried Smelts with Lemon and Aioli
A close-up shot of a plate of fried smelts, garnished with a lemon wedge and a dollop of aioli. The fish are golden brown and crispy, arranged on a dark, textured plate with a green leaf. The background is a dark, textured surface.
Jim Beam Bourbon and Beer
Two glasses of Jim Beam bourbon whiskey and a tall glass of beer are on a wooden table. The bourbon glasses have labels that read "Jim Beam Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey". The beer glass has a label that reads "SUPER DRY KARAKUCHI".
Pork Donburi
A close-up shot of a donburi bowl filled with rice and topped with grilled pork and some lettuce.
Japanese Rice Bowls and Drinks
Two bowls of Japanese rice bowls, one with assorted raw fish and the other with grilled salmon and a poached egg, are placed on a wooden table. Two glasses of drinks, one yellow and one pinkish, with straws are also on the table. A small dish of soy sauce is to the left of the bowls.
Ramen Bowl
A close-up shot of a ramen bowl filled with creamy broth, noodles, a slice of chashu pork, chopped green onions, chili threads, and a sheet of nori seaweed.
Chirashi Bowl
A close-up shot of a chirashi bowl filled with various ingredients. The bowl contains rice topped with salmon sashimi, tuna, ikura (salmon roe), shredded egg, cucumber, nori seaweed, and pink kamaboko (fish cake). A dollop of wasabi is visible on the side. The bowl has a blue and white patterned rim.
Chirashi Bowls
Two bowls of chirashi sushi are shown, each filled with a colorful assortment of diced raw fish, cucumber, ikura (salmon roe), and lotus root slices. A dollop of wasabi and a small dish of soy sauce are also visible.
Receipt
A receipt from Tanjong Pagar Center for an eat-in order. The order includes Pork Gyoza, Tonkotsu Ramen, Teri Buta Bara Teppan, Mentai Teppan Chicken, and Rice. The receipt is held in a blue folder with a Visa logo.
Chicken and Rice Bowl
A close-up shot of a chicken and rice bowl served with a side of chopped green onions and a drink. The bowl contains white rice topped with sliced grilled chicken glazed in a dark sauce, shredded lettuce, and thinly sliced white onions. A black lidded bowl and a glass of amber-colored liquid with ice are also visible on a black tray.
Pork Belly Rice Bowl
A close-up shot of a rice bowl topped with thick slices of glazed pork belly. The pork belly is glistening and appears to be roasted or braised, with visible layers of fat and meat. It is garnished with shredded white scallions and a small sprig of green. The rice beneath is white and appears to be drizzled with a dark sauce. The bowl has a blue and white floral pattern. The dish is presented on a light-colored wooden surface.
Japanese Meal Set
A Japanese meal set is presented on a wooden table. The set includes a bowl of rice topped with grilled meat and mushrooms, a side of miso soup, a small salad with dressing, and several pieces of gyoza. A blue wallet and a glass of beverage are also visible.
Ramen Bowl
A close-up shot of a bowl of ramen. The ramen has a rich, creamy broth, thin noodles, and is topped with a piece of nori seaweed, chopped green onions, and crispy garlic chips. A slice of braised eggplant is visible at the bottom of the bowl. In the background, a plate with chopsticks and a napkin can be seen.
Four Drinks on a Wooden Table
A top-down view of four drinks on a wooden table. Two of the drinks are in clear glasses with straws and ice, appearing to be cocktails. The other two drinks are in beer mugs with foam on top, suggesting they are beers. The drinks are placed on coasters. One coaster is partially visible and reads "PURE BLONDE" and some other text.
Two colorful drinks on coasters
Two glasses of colorful drinks with ice and straws sit on coasters on a wooden table. The drink on the left is red and the drink on the right is blue. In the background, a person is eating. The coasters have the Asahi logo on them.
Assortment of Refreshing Drinks and Fruits
A still life composition featuring four glasses of beverages, two red apples, an orange half, and several limes arranged on a dark, textured surface. The drinks include a dark amber liquid with ice, a vibrant red beverage with ice, a pale yellow drink garnished with mint and ice, and a tall glass of pinkish-orange juice.
Japanese Restaurant Entrance
A Japanese restaurant with traditional wooden decor and signage. A digital display shows "Unagi Signatures" with various unagi dishes. A large paper lantern with Japanese characters hangs to the right. A menu board displays food items and a 25th-anniversary promotion.
Beef and Egg Rice Bowl
A close-up shot of a Japanese-style rice bowl filled with thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and a raw egg yolk in the center. The dish is garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. The bowl has a decorative pattern around its base.
Pan-fried dumplings with dipping sauce
A black, textured rectangular plate holds five pan-fried dumplings arranged in a row. A small black bowl filled with dark dipping sauce is positioned at the top of the plate. The dumplings appear golden brown and slightly crispy on the bottom. The plate rests on a wooden surface. Chopsticks are visible to the right of the plate.
Japanese Restaurant Interior
An interior view of a Japanese restaurant with wooden accents and traditional decor. Diners are seated at tables, and a bar area is visible in the background. A menu stand is placed in the foreground.
Japanese Meal
A top-down view of a table laden with various Japanese dishes, including rice bowls, salads, grilled eel, scallops, dumplings, corn, and miso soup. The food is arranged on black trays and plates on a wooden table.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a restaurant with a Japanese-inspired design. The ceiling features decorative panels with geometric patterns. The walls are covered in a textured wallpaper with a wave-like motif. Booth seating and tables are arranged throughout the dining area. A counter area with shelves stocked with bottles and containers is visible in the background.
Restaurant Interior
The interior of a restaurant with wooden tables and chairs. The ceiling features decorative panels with geometric patterns. A bar area is visible in the background with staff working.
Donburi Meal
A close-up shot of a partially eaten donburi meal on a wooden table. The meal consists of rice topped with meat and spices, served in a decorative bowl. Accompaniments include a small bowl of soup, a dish with dumplings, and a small dish with sauce. Chopsticks and a spoon are resting on the bowl. The table is set on a black tray.
Spy x Family Special Menu
A promotional poster for a Spy x Family themed menu, featuring character art and special offers. The menu includes drinks like 'Loid's Sparkling' ($7.50) and 'Anya's Strawberry Milk' ($7.50), desserts such as 'Loid's Cool Face' ($5.80), 'Anya's Dream' ($5.80), and 'Yor's Night Dress' ($5.80). Customers can receive a free acrylic stand or phone ring with a main course and special menu order. Special merchandise like T-shirts ($29.00) and Eco Bags ($19.00) are also available.
Aburi-En Gyudon Advertisement
A vertical red advertisement for Aburi-En, featuring images of Japanese food. The top displays the restaurant's logo and name,
Salad with roasted pumpkin and feta cheese
A close-up shot of a salad served on a white plate. The salad is composed of crisp lettuce, cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced onions, crumbled feta cheese, and cubes of roasted pumpkin. Sesame seeds are sprinkled over the top. The plate is set on a wooden surface.
Japanese Meal Set
A Japanese meal set is presented on a black tray. The set includes a bowl of rice topped with grilled eel, chicken, and mushrooms, garnished with shredded scallions. Alongside, there is a small salad with cherry tomatoes and dressing, a bowl of dumplings, miso soup, and a small dish.
Grilled Fish with Garnish
A close-up shot of a grilled fish served on a dark plate with green leaves, pickled lotus root, a lemon wedge, and grated daikon radish. The fish is golden brown and appears to be seasoned.
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