Tokyo’s famed pizzeria PST to close Singapore outlet after 16 months

Tokyo's celebrated pizza restaurant PST is set to close its Singapore branch on October 31, following a mere 16-month tenure in the city. The pizzeria, renowned for its Neapolitan-style pizzas, made a grand entrance to Singaporean diners in June 2025 after a previous attempt to bring the concept to the Lion City had failed. Founding chef Tsubasa Tamaki, known for his meticulous attention to detail, had envisioned infrequent visits to oversee the Singapore restaurant, entrusting day-to-day operations to a young protégé, chef Ryosuke Tanahara.

However, a reported decline in quality prompted a significant shift in the kitchen's leadership. Tanahara was subsequently reassigned to PST's Bangkok branch, and local staff have since taken the helm. PST Singapore, operated under a franchise model by JAP Dining Concepts Pte Ltd, which is also behind popular eateries such as sio pasta and Sushidan, is closing its Tanjong Pagar outlet after what the team has described as an "unforgettable journey."

The decision to shut down stems from careful consideration of the team's plans for PST Singapore and the broader dining portfolio, though the exact reasons remain undisclosed. Despite the closure, JAP Dining Concepts remains tight-lipped on PST's future in Singapore, describing the closure as a "pause" while the team ponders the restaurant's next chapter.

PST's daily operating hours in Singapore are from 12 pm to 3 pm and 5 pm to 10 pm, with the Tanjong Pagar location located at 38 Tanjong Pagar Rd, Singapore 088461.