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The newly opened Soup Curry by Ki-setsu is Singapore’s first eatery specialising in Hokkaido’s iconic comfort food. Tucked within Fortune Centre, the concept was brought to life by owner Barry after he fell in love with Sapporo’s famed soup curry after trying it in Japan. Together with Japanese Head Chef Masa, he decided to recreate the experience back home and bring soup curry to Singapore.
While most Singaporeans are more familiar with conventional Japanese curry, which is thick and on the sweeter side, their signature dishes feature a uniquely light, drinkable curry soup base, which they make themselves using chicken stock, curry powder, garam masala and a range of aromatics.
Here’s what we tried on their official opening day.
We started with the Soup Curry Chargrilled Tsukune Bowl (S$19.80), which features 3 grilled tsukune (Japanese chicken patties), 6 different seasonal vegetables and half an egg in their signature Hokkaido curry broth. When ordering, you get to choose your spice level, which ranges from no spice to extreme spice. For our meal, we settled with the less spicy option.
The broth is very cumin-forward and well seasoned. It has a slightly sweet aftertaste and is a little peppery. I recommend spritzing a little lemon juice onto the dish — I felt it really lifted the broth with its citrus notes. The soup curry paired amazingly with the free-flow white rice and made for a very comforting home-style meal.
The tsukune was tender, juicy and less dense and heavy than Western meatballs, instead leaning towards being almost soft and fluffy. It was perfectly charred, which gave it a slightly smoky profile. It’s also available as an add-on for S$2.80 for 1 piece.
The Soup Curry Vegetable Bowl (S$14.80) similarly comprises Hokkaido curry broth, but instead paired with an assortment of 9 seasonal vegetables. The vegetables are flash-fried before assembly, leaving them with a delightful sear. I especially enjoyed the broccoli florets because of this technique, as it gave them a lovely texture. The generous heap of cabbage imparted a light sweetness to the dish, and maintained a crunchy texture instead of being mushy and soft like some other braised cabbage dishes.
They also boast a range of interesting side dishes. The Coriander Salad (S$3.80) caught my eye immediately. Luckily, I don’t have the infamous “soap gene” and could happily dig into the dish. The chilled coriander sprigs had a bright, fresh, and slightly grassy flavour. They’re served on a bed of fried shallots, as inspired by local tastes. The shallots have a warm, umami depth, which complemented the crisp coriander well. We also had a side of Renkon Fishcake (S$5.80), which had a uniquely placed slice of lotus root on the top, giving it a nice crunch.
To complement the robust heat and deep umami of the bowls, the spot also features a curated selection of unique local craft beers — including adventurous homegrown pours like Kaya Toast Stout (S$10.80) — making it an ideal space for casual lunches or night-time izakaya dining. I went with the Pineapple Pale Ale (S$10.80), brewed in partnership with National Gallery Singapore, which carries sweet, citrusy notes, making it a light and refreshing option that’s easy to drink.
With its light, spicy broths, handmade ingredients, and unique craft beer lineup, Soup Curry by Ki-setsu is a welcome addition to Fortune Centre’s food scene. Whether you’re a long-time fan of Sapporo soup curry or looking to try it for the first time, this spot delivers a deeply satisfying, home-style bowl.
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