Small vegan and gluten-free vemakase (vegan omakase) restaurant. Has twenty four outdoor seats to enjoy an à la carte menu, as well as eighteen seats inside where a tasting menu is offered at the chef's table. The degustation menu features Japanese-inspired fermented vegan food prepared by raw vegan chef Joyce with a focus on natural whole plant-based sashimi sushi, house-made pasta, vegan chocolate, desserts, and cakes. Dishes can be adapted to suit Jain, allium-free, and raw vegan requirements. Pet-friendly indoors and outdoors. Reservations required 2-3 days in advance. Outdoor seating at weekends only. Relocated from 3 S Buona Vista Rd, Unit 01-28. Open Wed-Sun 5:00pm-11:00pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-3:00pm. Closed Mon-Tue.
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218 Pasir Panjang Road, ICON@Pasir Panjang, #02-15, Central Singapore, Singapore, 118579
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- Reservations required
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accepts credit cards
- Free Wi-Fi
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Last update on 02 Sep 2025 by Natural上善若水
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Added by JimmySeah on 21 Apr 2021
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18 Reviews
First Review by Back2basic
nutragoodness
Points +23
An Unforgettable and Exquisite Omakase Experience! - Edit
WakaMama is a true gem in Singapore, offering an intimate and unique vegan dining experience. Chef Joyce's passion for plant-based food is evident in every meticulously crafted dish. The restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere, perfect for a special occasion, with a chef's table that allows you to witness the culinary artistry firsthand.
Read moreThe vegan omakase (vemakase) is an absolute must-try. The menu is incredibly creative, featuring Japanese-inspired fermented and raw vegan foods that are both delicious and wholesome. The plant-based sashimi sushi is a standout, showcasing incredible skill and flavor. For a complete experience, the sake pairing and cocktails come highly recommended.
It is wonderful that the menu can be adapted for various dietary requirements, including Jain and allium-free diets. The restaurant is also pet-friendly, welcoming furry companions both indoors and outdoors.
This is an exceptional culinary journey that will impress anyone who appreciates innovative, high-quality food. Be sure to make a reservation a few days in advance to secure a spot at this wonderful establishment.
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meowliaw
Points +15
BEST VEGAN OMAKASE! - Edit
Chef Joyce is so passionate about plant based food and I love how creative she is with the vegan omakase menu! Definitely try it with the sake pairing or try out their cocktails!
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veganpilot268
Points +24
A gem in Singapore - Edit
I have been vegan for over 11 years and eating around the world since I travel for my job. This was certainly a one of a kind experience. My kids and I traveled to Singapore for 2 nights in June and thanks to Happy Cow, I found Wakamama. Chef Joyce is fantastic. Her food is excellent and she takes you on a one of a kind journey with her meal sets. I recommend any one who loves creative food to experience this. Vegan and non vegan. You will certainly enjoy! 5 stars all around.
Read morePros: Taste, Creativity, Ingredients
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SquirrelDi
Points +6590
Best WFPB food in Singapore - Edit
Highest quality WFPB food. The best ingredients prepared with care and intelligence make the most flavoursome and unique dishes in town. This is a must try for all vegans open to new tastes and fun cuisine :)
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xinru_t
Points +10004
World’s First Whole-Food Plant-Based Dessert Omakase - Edit
WakaMama is known for its whole-food plant-based and gluten-free omakase, and more recently they’ve launched the world’s first vegan dessert omakase! Standouts include the rich umami sea urchin gelato, mont-blanc style green tea dango with chestnut puree and pumpkin sea salt caramel sauce, “ferrero rocher” yuzu white chocolate balls with pistachio chocolate truffle filling and crispy rice outer shell, alongside the spicy tangy wasabi strawberry bon bon.
Read moreTrue to Chef Joyce’s philosophy, these are all made using using natural ingredients, with minimal salt, oil, and, sugar. They feature probiotics-rich gut-friendly house-fermented ingredients, including Japanese amazake rice as a traditional sweetener and coconut milk kefir for wholesome creaminess. These colourful culinary creations are all testament to her love as a mother and her dedication to bringing joyful health to her neurodivergent family since 2012!
Would also highly recommend her seasonal savoury omakase drawing from traditional Japanese Zen temple cuisine Shojin Ryori and fusion influence from her multicultural background. Exquisitely presented delicacies with a delightfully wholesome taste. Highlights include the chickpea miso grilled aubergine, smoked bacon enoki, fatty tuna with caviar seeds, hamachi yellowtail with housemade black ikura sushi, and shark fin melon soup. Chef Joyce also concocts unique alcoholic drinks such as umeshu plum whiskey, orange basil cocktail, and chocolate sake, plus non-alcoholic beverages such as rainbow moon milk latte!
Each time I’ve visited, my non-veg companions have been blown away by how unconventional and delicious the food is. Well worth the price considering the quality ingredients, skills, and effort that go into the cooking, since virtually everything is handmade from scratch for long hours.
Love how this cosy homely space is always filled with warmth and laughter, and how I always leave with a heart full of her inspiring personal stories! If you have the opportunity, don't forget to ask Chef Joyce about her extensive volunteering experiences locally and globally, from leading eco-friendly sustainability projects to creating vocational opportunities for special needs students on the autism spectrum!
Reservations required~ Walking distance from Haw Par Villa or Pasir Panjang MRT. Furry friends are welcome, with pet-friendly treats such as a kefir cheesecake. Apart from the gentle schnoodle Momo, there are also musical instruments and card games.
Updated from previous review on 2024-10-28
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BingMong
Points +7
Dessert Omakase - Edit
This experience was really an eye opener and it’s always a heartwarming time and filled with beautiful conversations with Chef Joyce.
Read moreAlways the ever inspiring woman that she is, the effort she puts into her expertise and the sharing of her life experiences always has me recharged and ready to take on the world again.
Thank you Chef Joyce for always being so warm and making my experience wonderful! ☺️
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VanniPaul
Points +1002
Interesting culinary experience - Edit
I initially wanted to try the sushi omakase, but it was not available, so I opted for the festive edition instead. The overall experience was unique. The food was good, though not memorable. The location has a very low-key vibe, which felt at odds with the high price point. For the cost, I expected a more refined experience.
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Nicky.johnson
Points +33
Fabulous - Edit
Gorgeous vegan food, dishes prepared at the chef’s table by Chef JC. An amazing experience to watch the food being prepared and hear about the ingredients and preparation methods.
Read morePros: Chef JC, Delicious healthy vegan food, Incredible cocktails
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Vegan_panda
Points +20
Sushi Omakase - Edit
Interesting variety of vegan sushi, exceptional taste while keeping it healthy. Not to miss out, Momo was an absolute delight 😄
Read moreKeeping us entertained throughout the evening
Updated from previous review on 2024-07-21
Pros: Private ambience , Delicious sushi, Momo!
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Natural上善若水
Points +101
First 100% Gluten-free vegan Cafe 2020 in SG - Edit
For their set menu outdoor are not wasted our quota for our stomach , everything around 29-39 but all food guarantee delectable and even the drinks Chef Joyce prepared. She really using her heart and so much passion to cook with love. Most items were inspired by her 2 sons especially due to their different healthy issues so driven Chef and mom to cook healthy food and dessert for her 2 sons.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-07-10
Pros: Handmade GFV burger patty & burger bread , Omakase, shio pesto, curry rice, otoro salad…, Fermented vegan drinks Kombucha Mocktail
Cons: set menu / ala carte only for outdoor seating, Only 4 seaters indoor for Vegan Omakase
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veggiexplorer
Points +5135
Delicious omakase dinner and cooking class - Edit
Earlier, gfs and I indulged in a delightful journey of flavors with @vegan_wakamama - wholesome plant-based gluten-free omakase. Chef Joyce does not add sugar and salt in her cooking. Superb culinary creations that you gotta try! @herbyvorefoods was used in one of the dish too 😍.
Read moreShe’s able to customise omakase to be allium free (do request accordingly) & if you like to learn cooking, she offer that too (i learnt earlier and love what i learnt). Must make reservation before heading down. For Omakase, we paid $158/pax. After adding mocktail drinks and taxes, ~$200/ pax.
Cozy restaurant, perfect for an intimate gathering with loved ones 😋💚.
📞 8877 1753
📍3 South Buona Vista Rd, #01-28 Viva Vista Mall, Singapore 118136
Pros: Delicious cuisine , Friendly owner + explain a lot, Cozy intimate experience
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stellawalnut
Points +165
Best vegan omakase - Edit
The chef is very passionate about cooking. Superb culinary skills. Very meticulous in getting the delicate balance in ingredients selection and taste.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-09-01
Pros: Chef change menu based on season change , Very delicate balance in taste, Wonderful food presentation
Cons: Limited seats. Must book early.
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Back2basic
Points +192
Artisan Raw Vegan, 100% whole Plant-Based & Gluten-Free - Edit
The smallest 100% Vegan (Gluten-Free) Restaurant in Singapore, 4seaters, Japanese Chef Table, small but cozy , Raw Vegan Chef Joyce serve and cook on spot in front for you. Wakamama serving Tasting Menu (Degustation/Vemakase i.e. Vegan Omakase), only by Reservation 2-4pax private dining, can bring your pets to sharing food together. Outdoor dine in available 1-12pax with kids and fury kiddo for ala carte. Specialised in fermented vegan food. Focus on Natural Whole Plant-based sashimi sushi, handmade pasta & Ravioli and sauce , vegan chocolate and dessert. Food crafting from scratch herself 100% Gluten-Free, dairy free, egg free. Improvised for Jain and allium free friends too, just inform us earlier in advanced.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-06-30
Pros: Potatoes Pavé, Pâté De Foie Gras , Pistachio Crème Brûlée, chocolate Bon Bon, Fermented Kefir Cheesecake, Kefir Ice Cream
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BcSeah
Points +13
The best of the best - Edit
Whatever you order, the taste is at its best, tip top and satisfying. Probably the best vegan food in Singapore. But the price is atas too. The price signage in the HappyCow app should be 3 '$' instead of 2.
Read morePros: Only 1 word for the food: Tok Gong!
Cons: Price is too atas for those below average income
Back2basic
Thank you for share your dine in experienced 🙏🏽🌈😃 happy to know you are all satisfying with our culinary skills and so sorry for the pricing while everything house made food crafting by ourselves to ensure they are organic + 100% vegan and gluten-free. Guess you have tried our mushroom milk potatoes pave or pate de foie gras or truffle cheese mini tart or maybe our scallop steak and Otoro steak (tuna steak since 2020). Pls come back again 🙏🏽🌈☀️😃
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gyeo_35
Points +23
A dining experience full of admiration! - Edit
I am very amazed with every dishes creation made by Chef Joyce. Her passion to drive the right vegan food concept to the community, has passion for cooking (from her 2 sons) made me admired and appreciated every dish that was served to the table. You need to try it to understand its worth! Overall, Im coming back!
Read morePros: Miso paste with the eggplant, Curry flavoured cauliflower, Potato with king oyster mushroom
Cons: None
Back2basic
thank you for sharing your dine in experienced and glad you all love and appreciated our food and culinary skills; so to help more other audience to understand the difference and our unique Japanese private dining tasting menu Vemakase style. Please come again and try our nee menu next time 🙏🏽🌈☀️😃
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GrayHorwitz
Points +2105
Super lovely — reservation needed most of the time! - Edit
Easy to contact on WhatsApp; she can also sometimes take walk ins. Definitely pricy; maybe should be $$$ instead of $$ but everything is made from scratch and with a lot of love. If you want a fancier cozy private dinner this is a great option!
Read moreBack2basic
Thank you for sharing your dine in experienced , glad you all enjoy and appreciated our culinary skills. I m so sorry and apologised for the price when most ingredients were organic and artisanal handmade ourselves and are fermented food & drinks; including handmade ravioli, pasta, pasta sauce, bread, cookies, cupcakes, kefir raw vegan cheesecake, cracker and fermented raw vegan cheese, ice-cream and chocolate bon bon……. etc. Also we only serve 1 table by 1 table private dining tasting menu Japanese Vemakase style.
Read moreBack2basic
Please come again to visit us 😃🌈☀️🙏🏽
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CinT
Points +21
A truly exquisite, cosy private vegan dining experience ever! - Edit
I can feel the passion and dedication in which the owner, Joyce, has put together our bespoke raw vegan dinner. My first time trying and it simply blew my mind! I will be back for more😉A definite MUST TRY for anyone who not only wants to feel special but also find delight in savouring quality food!
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2022-06-20
Pros: Serves the most exclusive gastronomic delights, Private dining experience with relaxed ambience, Amiable and chatty owner
Back2basic
thank you for your sharing about your dine in experiences for Back 2 Basic thank you so much and very happy to see you again. Very warm hearing your cozy sharing and delightful you r all enjoying your time with Back 2 Basic
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JasonSiow
Points +48
Enjoy home-made vegan food - Edit
Owner is very passionate about her food, and her creation, and this shows in the entire time we had our lunch here.
Read moreTried the Nepalese Curry Rice (not on the menu), Kimchi Tomatoes Noodle, Dumplings, and the Sashimi Sushi. Highly recommended! Thank you for the enjoyable lunch Joyce!
Pros: Cool environment, Nice food, Great service
Back2basic
Thank you very much for all your comments and sharing about your dine in experiences and food photos , thank you and pls come again !
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