Saba means mackerel, and Sabar is a mackerel bar that takes mackerel seriously.
Saba or Mackerel has been used in Japanese cuisine in Singapore for decades, and the name “Sabar” would automatically suggest that their menu has something to do with mackerel. But that’s an understatement – Sabar’s dedication is almost feverish, with the fish starring in every dish they serve, as well as the design and decor of the outlet.
Sabar originally started as a crowdfunding project. The founder has his ambitions to make the word “saba” an universal term like geisha, sushi or karaoke. Quite ambitious, but one taste of their food and you’ll understand they are on their way.