Saboten (Vivo City) at VivoCity
Location: 1 HarbourFront Walk, #02-49 Vivo City, Singapore 098585
Floor 2 · VivoCity
Japanese tonkatsu specialist at VivoCity, frying golden, crispy pork cutlets to perfection.
Japanese tonkatsu specialist at VivoCity, frying golden, crispy pork cutlets to perfection.
Saboten at VivoCity is a dedicated tonkatsu restaurant that turns the humble breaded pork cutlet into a crispy, golden centrepiece, served with finely shredded cabbage, steamed rice and a house-made sesame sauce you grind yourself. It is Japanese comfort food done with precision and care.The menu offers various cuts from tenderloin to rosu katsu, alongside ebi fry, katsu curry and combination sets that deliver generous portions at fair prices. Unlimited cabbage and rice refills ensure no diner leaves hungry.
For tonkatsu that hits all the right notes — crispy outside, juicy inside — Saboten remains a reliable favourite. Sit down, grind your sesame and tuck in.
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Georgia Willis
katsu was beautifully crispy. i had the cheese tonkatsu set and my partner had the chicken katsu curry. the cheese tonkotsu was beautifully partnered with the tonkatsu sauce. we loved all the sides, especially the cabbage salad! the matcha ice cream was a lovely way to end the meal. service was extremely attentive and staff are very knowledgeable of the menu. would definitely visit again. 🥢
J L
One of the best tonkatsu in Singapore. Value for money. Free flow of rice, miso soup and cabbage. Service is excellent. Very attentive and prompt to refill drinks and cabbage.
Yvonne Goh
Thanks to Rebecca at Vivo city outlet that made our dinner experience wonderful. She is very attentive and always check if we need any top up of rice, vegetables and soup.
Kaykay K
Have always loved Saboten, and was happy to chance upon one at Vivo during our casual walk. Would really like to give a kudos to Wesley and Cindy for their warm and friendly service. Manager on duty that day wasn’t anything close to …
Kenny Cheang
Arrived just before 6pm dinner peak. We occupied the last 4-seater table. Tonkatsu was fried perfectly - hot & crispy outside yet retaining moisture within the meat. Iced green tea retained good colour n flavour, without being diluted …
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Saboten (Vivo City)
Saboten Interior View
Interior of Saboten restaurant showing wooden paneling, illuminated signage with Japanese and English branding, a digital menu display featuring food items like Katsu, staff members at counters, and queue barriers.
Japanese Katsu Meal Spread
A table setting featuring a plate of sliced breaded pork cutlet (karaage or tonkatsu), a bowl of white rice, shredded cabbage salad in two bowls, a small cup of miso soup, and a mortar with sesame seeds. Chopsticks rest on dishes. In the background, there are additional plates of fried food and green beverages in tall glasses.
Matcha Ice Cream
A single scoop of green matcha ice cream served in a white scalloped bowl with a metal spoon resting beside it on a light wooden table surface.
Katsu Slices with Side Dishes
A plate of golden-brown breaded cutlets, one sliced open to reveal a creamy filling, served on a wire rack alongside edamame and a small bowl of rice topped with green garnish.
Creamy Soup with Croutons
Two cups of creamy yellow soup, garnished with croutons and possibly shrimp or crab sticks, served in blue-and-white striped ceramic bowls on matching saucers.
Nori Zushi with Sauce Being Drizzled
A close-up shot of a hand pouring creamy sauce over shredded nori (seaweed) in a green ceramic bowl, with chopsticks resting on the rim.
Hot Pot Meal at Saboten
A table setting featuring a simmering hot pot with cabbage, carrots, corn, and enoki mushrooms in broth. Slices of raw meat are on the side. A cup of soup or drink is visible along with bowls of rice and dipping sauce.
Katsu Don with Fried Egg
A close-up of a Japanese katsu don bowl featuring crispy breaded cutlet, rice, and a soft-boiled egg on top. The dish is served in a black bowl on a wooden table.
Sushi Table Setting
A wooden table set with sushi ingredients including grated daikon, soy sauce, sesame oil, and small bowls with chopsticks. A blue and white cup is visible in the background.
Dining Table with Japanese Food
A wooden table set with various dishes including shredded cabbage in a green bowl, small bowls of soup or broth, chopsticks, and cups of tea or miso soup. A clipboard with papers is visible on the right side.
Dipping Sauce with Sesame Seeds
A close-up of a ceramic bowl containing dark dipping sauce, likely soy-based, being poured from a small ladle into the bowl which already contains sesame seeds and other seasonings. In the background, there is a larger ceramic container filled with more of the same dark liquid.
Saboten Restaurant Interior
Interior view of a Japanese restaurant with wooden decor, tables, and a sign displaying 'Saboten' in English and Japanese characters.
Japanese Bento Box
A wooden bento box containing four small ceramic bowls with various Japanese dishes: a salad with lettuce and tomato, fried shrimp, cucumber rolls with cream cheese, and a tofu dish topped with green onions.
Sesame Seeds in Bowl with Mortar and Pestle
A close-up of a ceramic bowl containing black and white sesame seeds, with a wooden pestle resting inside. The bowl sits on a light wooden table, suggesting an interior setting, likely a restaurant or food preparation area.
Fried Chicken and Fries Basket
A basket of golden-brown fried chicken pieces served with crinkle-cut french fries, garnished with fresh parsley. A small bowl of shredded cabbage is visible in the background.
US Kurobuta Katsu Selection Menu
A promotional menu featuring various Kurobuta (Japanese Berkshire) pork katsu dishes, including Kurobuta Loin Kats Set, Kurobuta Loin Katsu Curry Set, Kurobuta Loin Katsu Don Set, and Kurobuta Special Set. The menu highlights the quality of Berkshire pork with text describing its marbling and tenderness.
Saboten Brand Brochure
A printed promotional brochure for Saboten, a Japanese restaurant chain. The image shows hands preparing shredded cabbage over a metal tray. Text highlights the brand's history since 1986 and its global presence with over 500 branches. Below are six photos showcasing ingredients: rice, pork loin, breadcrumbs, cabbage, tonkatsu sauce, sesame seeds, goma dressing, and a finished dish.
Saboten Menu Board
A close-up of a printed menu board for Saboten, featuring images and descriptions of ingredients like rice, pork, bread crumbs, cabbage, tonkatsu sauce, sesame, and goma dressing. The text highlights the use of premium Japanese ingredients and mentions over 500 branches worldwide.
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