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UYA Unagi Singapore (Wheelock)
501 Orchard Rd, #02-15 Wheelock Place, Singapore 238880
Opening Hours
STAMPEDE Score
Moderate confidenceScore: 90 / 100
Based on 5 data points · Updated 9 days ago
Editor’s Note
Last updated 30 May 2026
Our take: UYA Unagi Singapore at Wheelock Place consistently delivers on its promise of authentic Kansai-style live eel.
We see frequent praise for the unagi's clean taste, lacking any muddy or fishy notes, and its perfectly grilled texture – tender, flavourful, with a slight crispness.
The secret savoury-sweet sauce is highlighted for complementing, not overpowering, the eel's natural flavour.
The Hitsumabushi, especially the large size, is a standout, offering three ways to enjoy the dish, including with dashi broth as ochazuke.
While the unagi is a clear winner, some side dishes like the prawn and vegetable tempura receive more lukewarm reviews, described as 'not bad' but not exceptional compared to specialty tempura restaurants.
The restaurant is often busy and packed, particularly during peak times like Sunday lunch, which can lead to long queues.
We think it's a reliable choice for unagi enthusiasts, but be prepared for a wait during popular hours.
The 'Healthy Unagi Rice Don' also gets a mention for those seeking a different unagi experience with additional ingredients.
Signature
Hitsumabushi (L)
Best time
Avoid Sunday lunch for shorter queues
Wait time
Super long queue on Sunday lunch
Score: 90 · 5 sources
What customers say
UYA Unagi Singapore (Wheelock) is highly praised for its authentic Kansai-style live eel, particularly the Hitsumabushi, which is consistently described as melt-in-your-mouth tender, flavourful, and free from fishy or muddy aftertastes.
While the unagi dishes are a standout, some side dishes like prawn and vegetable tempura are considered average compared to specialty restaurants.
The restaurant is frequently busy, often with long queues, and is viewed as slightly pricey but worth the experience.
Google Reviews
Had a wonderful dinner with my team mates at UYA, a Japanese Unagi specialty restaurant at Wheelock Place. The restaurant offers farm-to-table authentic Kansai-style live eel cuisine, grilled over tra…
First time eating at Uya, and we were quite happy and very full. The unagi was cooked well, and the sashimi was very fresh. The large hitsumabushi was too much for one person though, (at least for us)…
Uya - has always been and still is one of our favourite place for a light dinner. We have been coming back to this unagi eatery for many years. As usual, the place is busy and absolutely packed. We n…
Lunch here on a Sunday, super long que. Live Unagi taste real good, to me best os just eat with a dip of wasabe. Tempura was well fried and succulent to the bite. Slightly pricey but woth the try.
Dined here >5 times over the years and still enjoy the unagi very much. My unique favorite is the Healthy Unagi Rice Don which has all the gooey goodness ingredients that I love - natto, lady’s finger…
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