Joo Chiat Oyster House

About Joo Chiat Oyster House

Joo Chiat Oyster House is nestled in the heart of the Katong-Joo Chiat heritage district, describing itself as the East's exclusive destination for premium oysters. By day, it's a sun-drenched coffee and brunch spot; by night, it transforms into a high-energy space bathed in warm crimson hues. The venue is part of the Kings Cart Coffee group, alongside Kings Cart Coffee Bishan and Kings Cart Coffee Factory.

JCOH specialises in creamy Hyogo oysters, brought directly from Hyogo Prefecture in Japan, flown in weekly and shucked upon order for freshness, alongside signature local-inspired mains that reflect Singapore's eclectic flavour identity — from Sichuan-spiced fried chicken to a Cuban-style sandwich. Drinks lean into highballs, spritzes, draught beer, and a curated spirits list, designed to pair with the food's bold, punchy flavours.

Joo Chiat Road itself is named after Chew Joo Chiat, a wealthy Chinese landowner from the early 1900s, and the area's pre-war architecture — colourful double-storey shophouses with ornate facades and intricate tiles — gives the neighbourhood a distinctly Peranakan character that frames the restaurant's setting.

Joo Chiat Oyster House: The East's Premium Oyster Destination

Tucked into the heart of the Katong-Joo Chiat heritage district, Joo Chiat Oyster House (JCOH) calls itself the East's exclusive destination for premium oysters. It's a venue with two distinct personalities: by day, a sun-drenched coffee and brunch haven; by night, an alluring, high-energy space bathed in warm crimson hues. JCOH is part of the Kings Cart Coffee group, sitting alongside Kings Cart Coffee Bishan and Kings Cart Coffee Factory.

Oysters, Flown In Weekly

At the centre of the menu are creamy Hyogo oysters, sourced directly from Hyogo Prefecture in Japan and flown in weekly, shucked to order for freshness. Raw options range from a Naked Oyster to flavoured styles like Red Wine Mignon, Salsa, Chimichurri, and Ponzu Balsamic, plus an Ikura Oyster topped with salmon roe. Baked oysters lean bolder, with Crispy Tomyum Chili, Miso Butter, Mentaiko, and Cheese versions.

Local-Inspired Mains With Attitude

Beyond oysters, JCOH's food menu reflects what it calls Singapore's eclectic flavour identity — familiar, yet full of surprises. The Joo Chiat Oyster House Sharing Platter feeds 2-3 people with Wagyu steak, confit garlic, corn ribs, chicken garlic sausage, chorizo, tater tots, grilled vine tomatoes, and crispy chicken karaage. Other standouts include The Cuban Melt, a toasted sourdough sandwich stacked with pastrami and three cheeses; Loaded Fries piled with cheese, chorizo, bacon, and feta; Butter Garlic Clams baked with jalapeños and white wine; a seared Wagyu Steak with crispy garlic; and La Zi Ji, crispy karaage tossed in mala oil and Sichuan spices — described by the restaurant as spicy, crunchy, and wildly addictive.

Drinks Built to Match

The drinks list is built around highballs and spritzes designed to stand up to the bold food. Signature highballs include the Tokyo Tonic (gin, yuzu marmalade, tonic, lime, edible flower), Rice & Rumble (genmaicha-infused rum with toasted rice puff), and several umeshu and shochu-based options like Peach Please! and Oak-Smoked Ume. Spritz drinkers can choose a Triple Peach Bellini or Aperol Spritz, while draught Heineken and Guinness are available at happy hour, regular price, or as a shareable trio. Non-alcoholic coolers include a Butterfly Lemonade and a muddled Berries Squash.

The JCOH Way

The restaurant's own house rules set the tone: don't rush, always start with oysters, never say no to one more drink, and share generously — though the last fry is fair game to keep for yourself. The vibe is intentionally loud, crispy, messy, and a little wild, positioned as the opposite of a quiet, candlelit oyster bar.

The Neighbourhood

Joo Chiat Road takes its name from Chew Joo Chiat, a wealthy Chinese landowner from the early 1900s. The area's pre-war architecture — colourful double-storey shophouses with ornate facades and intricate tiled patterns — gives the neighbourhood a distinctly Peranakan character that JCOH sits within.

Visiting Joo Chiat Oyster House

Reservations can be made online through Chope, and delivery is available via Oddle. The full food menu and a separate wine list are both available as downloadable PDFs on the Kings Cart Coffee website.

Signature items

• Joo Chiat Oyster House Sharing Platter
• La Zi Ji
• Ikura Oyster
• The Cuban Melt
• Wagyu Steak
• Tokyo Tonic

Menu

Spritz

• Triple Peach Bellini — Triple peach with prosecco and a peach gummy.
• Aperol Spritz — Aperol, prosecco, soda water, and dehydrated orange.

Coolers

• Butterfly Lemonade — Butterfly blue pea flower infused fizzy lemonade.
• Yuzu Marmalade — Yuzu jam with lychee, Earl Grey cold brew tea, and soda water.
• Berries Squash — Freshly muddled berries with lime and blueberries, topped with soda water and torched rosemary.

Highballs

• Basil & Lemon Tonic — Basil and lemon zest infused organic gin with a splash of tonic.
• Tokyo Tonic — Widges gin with citrusy yuzu marmalade, tonic water, lime, and an edible flower.
• Rice & Rumble — Genmaicha-infused rum, a splash of soda, and smashed rice puff bits.
• Peach Please! — Iichiko shochu, white peach, soda water, and a peach gummy.
• Chu-Hai Lemon Sour — Iichiko shochu with fizzy soda water and zesty lemon.
• Spicy Hanami — Spicy umeshu and soda.
• Oak-Smoked Ume — Smoked oak umeshu, soda, and sour plum.
• Lychee Grey — Earl grey infused Monkey Shoulder, lychee, and soda water.
• Whisky Highball — Suntory Kakubin whisky, soda, and a bright hit of lemon.
• G&T — Widges gin, tonic water, and a squeeze of lime.
• Ume Highball — Suntory umeshu, soda, and a sour plum.

For Sharing

• Joo Chiat Oyster House Sharing Platter — Feeds 2-3 pax: juicy Wagyu steak, confit garlic, corn ribs, chicken garlic sausage, chorizo, crispy tater tots, grilled vine tomatoes, and crispy chicken karaage, with house brown sauce.
• The Cuban Melt — Toasted sourdough sandwich with pastrami beef, mozzarella, Emmental, cheddar, and fresh rocket.
• Loaded Fries — Shoestring fries loaded with melted mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, chorizo, bacon bits, and crumbled feta.
• Butter Garlic Clams — Razor and white clams baked with butter, garlic, jalapeños, and white wine.
• Wagyu Steak — Seared juicy Wagyu steak with crispy garlic and sea salt.
• La Zi Ji — Crispy karaage chicken tossed in mala oil, dried chilis, Sichuan spices, fried garlic, and chives.

Raw Oysters

• Naked Oyster — Served plain, minimum order of 2 pieces.
• Flavoured Oyster — Choice of Red Wine Mignon, Salsa, Chimichurri, or Ponzu Balsamic, minimum order of 2 pieces per flavour.
• Ikura Oyster — Topped with ikura, minimum order of 2 pieces.

Draught Beer

• Heineken Draught — Available at happy hour, regular, or as a trio.
• Guinness Draught — Available at happy hour, regular, or as a trio.

Baked Oysters

• Crispy Tomyum Chili Oyster — Baked oyster in a crispy tomyum chili style, minimum order of 2 pieces.
• Miso Butter Oyster — Baked oyster with miso butter, minimum order of 2 pieces.
• Mentaiko Oyster — Baked oyster topped with mentaiko, minimum order of 2 pieces.
• Cheese Oyster — Baked oyster topped with cheese, minimum order of 2 pieces.

Frequently asked questions

What is Joo Chiat Oyster House known for?

Creamy Hyogo oysters imported from Japan, alongside bold, local-inspired mains and highball cocktails.

Where does JCOH source its oysters?

Directly from Hyogo Prefecture in Japan, flown in weekly and shucked upon order.

Does Joo Chiat Oyster House offer delivery?

Yes, delivery is available through Oddle.

How do I make a reservation?

Reservations can be made online through Chope.

Is there a happy hour?

Yes, draught Heineken and Guinness are available at happy hour pricing from 5pm to 7pm.

Is Joo Chiat Oyster House part of a larger group?

Yes, it's part of the Kings Cart Coffee group, alongside Kings Cart Coffee Bishan and Kings Cart Coffee Factory.

What's the atmosphere like at JCOH?

By day it's a relaxed coffee and brunch spot; by night it becomes a high-energy, crimson-lit bar and dining space.

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