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Hakata Japanese Restaurant - NEWest
1 W Coast Dr, #01-93/70 NEWest, Singapore 128020
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 65 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 29 May 2026
Our take: Hakata Japanese Restaurant at NEWest offers a generally well-regarded Japanese dining experience, particularly noted for its fresh ingredients and reasonable prices, especially for set meals.
Reviewers frequently highlight the quality of the food, with the bifu ramen and sashimi receiving specific praise for their taste and freshness.
The tempura is also noted for being nicely fried and not oily.
However, the dining experience can be inconsistent.
While some customers report quick and attentive service, others, particularly solo diners or those seated in less prominent areas, have experienced significant delays (up to 40 minutes for the first dish) and perceived neglect.
There are also mentions of ambient noise from a loud Chinese TV near the kitchen affecting the atmosphere.
We think it's a solid option for a business lunch or a casual meal, especially if you're in the area and appreciate fresh, well-prepared Japanese food at a moderate price point.
However, be prepared for potential service inconsistencies, particularly during busy periods or if dining alone.
Signature
bifu ramen
Best time
lunch
Price
$$ (moderate)
Score: 65 · 5 sources
What customers say
Hakata Japanese Restaurant at NEWest is generally praised for its fresh, flavourful Japanese cuisine, particularly the set meals and ramen, which are considered good value for money.
While many appreciate the quick and attentive service, some solo diners have experienced inflexibility with seating, and service can be slow and inattentive during busy periods, especially for those seated in less central areas.
The ambience is sometimes affected by loud background noise from the kitchen.
Google Reviews
Our regular lunch spot for a decent Japanese meal as it is nearby our office. Great option for a business lunch meeting. Good Japanese food with very reasonable price, especially the set meal. Ingredi…
Homely food, soba is nice and tempura is nicely fried and not oily. Taste is light and not salty. Grilled chicken skin was good and crispy but will be even better with abit of sauce. Throughout the me…
Thought I try this place if it tastes anything like ramen I find in hakata. I had the bifu ramen. Noodle was just nice like how I liked it. Soup not too salty but tasty. Good value for money. The ch…
Food was great. That’s why I was a repeat customer. However, as a solo diner and seeing the seats were empty. I was told to move once from four seater to two seater. I refused as it was a dark corner…
Food was good. Sashimi was outstanding. However, we felt like we sat at the “naughty corner” right up near the entrance, but much neglected by service staff. Apparently there was a large group inside…
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