Small vegan and gluten-free vemakase (vegan omakase) restaurant. Has twenty four outdoor seats to enjoy an à la carte menu, as well as four 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 11:00am-3:00pm, 5:00pm-11:00pm. 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 14 Oct 2024 by xinru_t
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Added by JimmySeah on 21 Apr 2021
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11 Reviews
First Review by Back2basic
xinru_t
Points +8775
Whole-Food Plant-Based Omakase at New Location - Edit
Previously known as Back to Basic Living, Waka Mama pivoted to focus on an omakase private dining concept. It recently relocated and is no longer the smallest micro restaurant in Singapore. Instead, it now has a larger dining space with 16 seats. The new decor is DIY-ed using sustainable materials, plus there is a retail corner selling homemade eco-friendly products.
Read moreWhat remains constant is Chef Joyce’s dedication to crafting the finest gluten-free whole-food plant-based dishes! Mainly inspired by traditional Japanese Zen temple cuisine Shojin Ryori, there is also fusion influence from her extensive multicultural travelling and volunteering. Having graduated from the Matthew Kenney raw food institute in the U.S., there is an emphasis on natural ingredients with minimal salt / oil / sugar, as well as on gut-friendly fermented foods and raw vegan desserts. This wasn’t my first time trying her food, but still I was blown away by the exquisitely presented delicacies with a delightfully wholesome taste. My favourites included the chickpea miso grilled aubergine, smoked bacon enoki, and accompanying amaranth African chilli in the hassun; fatty tuna with caviar seeds, hamachi yellowtail with housemade black ikura, and uni sea urchin artisanal sushi; shark fin melon soup; as well as chilli and dried fruit chocolate bon bons. My non-veg companion was also intrigued by how unconventional the food was. Chef Joyce’s detailed explanations and stories elevated our appreciation of the food. 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. Chef Charles is also an expert at his craft, and together they put together a stunning dinner.
The items paired wonderfully with the selection of sake, including Umeshu Plum Whiskey, Orange Basil Cocktail, and Chocolate Sake. Non-alcoholic drinks were also available, and I fell in love with the Rainbow Moon Milk Latte!
This is a pet-friendly eatery, with a gentle and friendly schnoodle Momo as the in-house mascot and bouncer haha. There are also unique musical instruments such as a hangpan and drum, which we’re free to play with. Healthy mum-style cooking, happy vibes, and overall a joyful time!
Short walk from Haw Par Villa or Pasir Panjang MRT. A few À La Carte items available, though I would recommend the lunch set or omakase for the full experience, especially for special celebrations. Reservations needed!
Updated from previous review on 2023-09-17
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Vegan_panda
Points +18
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 +99
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 +5052
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 +53
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 +1998
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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