Tomahawk King Steakhouse & Grill Review: Raising Cane’s-Inspired Chicken And XL Wagyu Steak

Tomahawk King Steakhouse & Grill has XL Wagyu steak in Eunos

Previously known as Tomahawk King & Omookase, Tomahawk King Steakhouse & Grill is back and better after a makeover. I’ve heard plenty of praise about their offerings; their XL Tomahawk steak was one thing I was excited for, but there was something else I anticipated just as much: their Raising Cane’s-inspired chicken! 

Food at Tomahawk King Steakhouse & Grill

For the uninitiated, Raising Cane’s is a popular American fast-food chain best known for their crispy chicken fingers. You can now try the closest version of the famous chicken here at Tomahawk King.

We started with the King’s Chicken 3-Piece Combo ($19++), which closely resembled the OG Raising Cane’s combo. Our set came with three buttermilk chicken thigh fillets, two buttered sesame toast, two mozzarella dippers, a side of crinkle-cut fries, a small serving of King’s dipping sauce and ranch, and a soft drink.

I’m a huge fan of fried chicken and have had my fair share of them, so I’m pretty discerning in this matter. The buttermilk chicken thigh fillets here were tender and juicy, thanks to the arduous process of marinating them for a whole day in buttermilk.

While I enjoyed the meat within, the batter was a tad too thick for my liking. It was crispy and flavourful—so much so that you didn’t really need any condiments for dipping—but there was a slight imbalance of meat-to-batter ratio. I wished there was less of the latter so the chicken could shine through.

The mozzarella dippers, though, were better than I’d expected. Deep-fried to achieve a gorgeous golden-brown shade, they were packed with stretchy mozzarella cheese. The mozzarella dippers I’ve tried elsewhere are usually round and small, but the ones here were a lot bigger and more substantial.

My favourite bit of the “Raising Cane’s” experience was dipping the buttered toasts into the house-made King’s-inspired dipping sauce. FYI, a huge cup of the sauce costs an additional $5++, but I think it’s worth the top-up for the photo op. The sauce reminded me of Thousand Island dressing: creamy, tangy, and robust, with a mild peppery kick towards the end.

Do note that these Raising Cane’s-inspired meals are only available after 4pm.

My colleague and I moved on to try the newly launched Signature Wagyu Tomahawk Steak ($148++). Our jaws dropped—quite literally—when the huge bone-in Wagyu was served, and diners around us were catching glimpses of our steak too.

The Australian Wagyu steak here weighs 550g and comes topped with garlic herb butter. It’s then served alongside brown sauce, mushroom cream sauce, and two sunny-side-up eggs. 

There’s a good reason behind the hefty price tag of this premium dish. The medium-rare Wagyu steak boasted a good balance of melt-in-the-mouth fat and tender meat, so we easily finished everything on the board without finding it too jelak or heavy.

I was told that each side of the tomahawk steak is typically cooked for about five minutes to achieve a beautiful, pinkish-red centre and a slightly firm yet juicy texture.

The brown sauce paired exceptionally well with the steak, but I recommend dipping it in the egg yolk for a creamier, more buttery mouthfeel.

We ended our meal with a tray of their A5 Rosu Signature ($268++), comprising premium meats, tiger prawns, and a veggie platter.

My favourite of the meaty lot was the 300g of A5 thick-cut rosu fingers. For the uninitiated, rosu refers to the dorsal cut of the beef! 

Although this cut was on the thicker side, every bite was juicy, tender, and packed with flavour.  Tip: season the meat with some salt if you prefer a stronger flavour.

For something thinner than the thick-cut rosu fingers, the 100g of A5 thin-cut Hireshita Usugiri will strike your fancy.

I recommend pairing the unseasoned meat with some wasabi for a punchier flavour. My colleague, on the other hand, devoured the side of kimchi with the Hireshita Usugiri.

We rounded our meal with 100g of Australian ribeye yakiniku, which required less than a minute of grilling time given how thinly sliced it was.

Similar to a Korean BBQ experience, the set meal comes with an assorted vegetable platter, perfect for pairing with the different cuts of meat. Plus, they help to cut through the greasiness of beef!

Ambience at Tomahawk King Steakhouse & Grill

The long exhaust pipes here reminded me of a bustling Korean BBQ restaurant. Tomahawk King isn’t exactly spacious given the tight seating arrangements, but it adds to the cosy and warm dining experience, which I occasionally enjoy. 

For easy access, the restaurant is an eight-minute walk from Eunos MRT Station.

The verdict

Tomahawk King will surely come to mind if I were any of these two things: an Eastie celebrating a special occasion, or a working adult in search of a new dinner spot.

If you’d like to try their offerings for yourself, do so ASAP as you can enjoy 20% off King’s Chicken Fingers, Wagyu Tomahawk Steak, and A5 Wagyu Yakiniku Signatures till 1 December 2024.

In related food content, read our guide to the best steak restaurants in Singapore. Alternatively, check out where to get cheap steak in Singapore, including free-flow ribeye and hawker options.

Address: 324 Changi Road, Singapore 419799
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 12pm to 11pm
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Tomahawk King is a halal-certified eatery.

Photos taken by John Lery Villanueva.
This was a media tasting at Tomahawk King.