First SUSHISAMBA venue in Asia Pacific blends Japanese, Brazilian, & Peruvian cultures & cuisines
July 16th, 2025
SUSHISAMBA’s first Asia Pacific outpost opened in 2024 in the heart of Singapore’s vibrant Central Business District, atop the 52nd floor of Capital Tower. With awe-inspiring vistas and a unique blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian cuisine and culture, SUSHISAMBA delivers a fresh, multifaceted dining and entertainment experience like no other in Singapore.
SUSHISAMBA Singapore is owned and operated by Sunset Hospitality Group, a leading lifestyle hospitality group with a portfolio of over 80 venues in 22 countries, including renowned concepts such as METT Hotels & Resorts, Aura Skypool, MOTT 32, Azure Beach, Drift Beach Club, DREAM, L’Amo Bistro del Mare, Goldfish, Isola, and many more.
The vibrant decor and lush greenery features plush booth seats encircling the restaurant floorspace with the theatre kitchen occupying centrestage, additionally separate dining options include a robata counter with a charcoal grill and Josper oven, and a sushi counter with a Tsukiji Seafood Market corner.
The lifestyle venue beckons the stylish set to dine and unwind over executive lunches, post-work libations and convivial dinners, easing through a series of dedicated spaces that set the stage for an unforgettable night out. An eclectic blend of Afro House, Brazilian and Latin beats pulses through the Dining Room, Lounge and Bar, uplifted by an effervescent service crew that create an engaging guest experience. Gracing the floor with their rhythmic strides, SUSHISAMBA’s iconic Samba dancers and percussionists fill the air with the irrepressible vibe of Carnaval.
The revelry extends skyward through a corner stairway leading up to the SAMBA Room, offering a more exclusive ambience for guests and parties on the mezzanine floor. Tucked away from the dining area lie three private dining rooms, each uniquely designed with the characteristics of Japan, Brazil and Peru. The private rooms cater to both smoking and non-smoking diners, and are fitted with AV equipment for presentations and small corporate events of up to 12 guests.
SUSHISAMBA’s culinary concept is born out of three distinct influences coming together, in a creative union of authentic Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian flavours, techniques and ingredients. At the helm of the culinary direction is Chef Kyung Soo Moon, together with Executive Chef Paul Hallett, who heads the local culinary team. The menu features many of the brand’s global favourites, such as its Peruvian seviches and iconic SAMBA rolls, coupled with a selection specially crafted for the Singapore audience. Specialities include:
- Sushi Counter: Tsukiji Seafood Market – showcasing with the freshest seafood – with tuna flown in from Japan. Sushi highlights include classic maki rolls and nigiri, vibrant sashimi platters, and the novel SAMBA rolls like the Sambazonia or the Asevichado, which combine
- Robata Grill: At the robata grill section, chefs cook the fresh ingredients over a traditional Japanese charcoal grill and Jasper oven – favourites include grilled Peruvian-style skewers of Chilean Seabass glazed with white miso and Angus Beef with aji panca, along with fine cuts of A5 Japanese Wagyu Striploin.
- Peruvian Specialties The authentic Peruvian cuisine served at SUSHISAMBA reflects the country’s unique terrain spanning the Andes mountains to the Pacific Ocean, with specialties ranging from warming claypot dishes to meaty anticuchos and refreshing seviches.
At the bar, the beverage program has been designed by renowned Italian bartender and entrepreneur Giancarlo Mancini. One-of-a-kind cocktail and mocktail experiences, are made with premium spirits from Japan and South America, and Mancino’s own exclusive labels. Mirroring influences from the restaurant’s culinary offerings the cocktails also capture the flavours and cultures of Japan, Brazil, and Peru.
SUSHISAMBA serves lunch (brunch on Saturday), and dinner Monday to Saturday – with the SAMBA ROOM opening on Friday and Saturday nights only.
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