[Atmosphere of the Restaurant 🐷]
I visited on a weekday night, and the place was fully booked, which shows it’s a popular restaurant! It's truly a Japanese-style tonkatsu place, with easy-to-understand Japanese on the menu, and the magazines and decorations inside overflowed with a Japanese touch!
The cleanliness was great, and the staff were friendly! ✨
It's one of the places I want to visit when I miss Japan! Haha
[Food Evaluation 🐷]
For the main dish, you can choose either loin or tenderloin cutlet, and you can also choose between white rice or omurice curry.
I went for the thick cut loin cutlet + white rice 🍚
The cutlet was large, crispy, and juicy ◎
You can choose from 5 types of sauce, and I opted for the rare wasabi mayo. It had a refreshing taste from the wasabi, and the mayo made it even more enjoyable with the rice!
The portion of the cutlet is quite generous, so I felt full, but after a long time of not eating this, I also felt a bit of heaviness in my stomach 😓
You can also choose a side of pudding or miso soup, and there were many sauces I wanted to try, so I definitely want to visit again!
The rating on Google Maps is very high, so I decided to give it a try. The conclusion is that it's quite average, and I ended up with a stomachache after eating.
I ordered the scrambled egg and fried pork chop. The rice was cooked quite well—not too soft and with distinct grains. However, the pork chop was rather ordinary; I'm not a big fan of pork chops, but I can tell if the meat is dry or not. Some pieces were a bit tough and hard to chew.
On the plus side, the edamame appetizer was quite tasty, and I also liked the fried peanut glutinous rice balls. However, at this price point, it's not something you must try.
My dining companion ordered the black pork chop, which is exclusive to the Anhe location. His impression was that it was also average; his egg was a fully cooked sunny-side-up and came with Taiwanese soy sauce, which might disappoint those seeking a Japanese flavor.
To be honest, I initially wanted to give it three stars because the dining environment was quite comfortable, but both of us ended up with stomachaches afterward. I checked the reviews on Google Maps, and many others had the same issue. Since we only ate at this restaurant that night, it’s likely caused by them...
We went in for dinner at five o'clock, but during peak hours, there will probably be a line because there aren’t many seats inside. Personally, I don’t think it’s worth lining up. Many people mentioned that the Zhongshan main store is much better, just for your reference.
Braces Person's Review: The mall's restroom is quite clean.
After visiting the Eiffel Tower, we took a stroll in Azabu Dai Hill, and we happened to want to eat fried pork cutlet, so we randomly found a newly opened restaurant to try. We arrived at around four in the afternoon and waited a little. When the staff saw that we were foreigners, they kindly offered us a menu with pictures and English descriptions, which was quite considerate.
We ordered two set meals:
Special Pork Fillet Tonkatsu ¥3000
(Deep-fried pork fillet set, 120g)
Mixed Tonkatsu Two ¥2600
(Combination set of pork loin and fillet, 120g of loin + two pieces of fillet)
The pork fillet was tender and not dry, with a nice texture; the loin meat had a good balance of fat and lean, not greasy at all, just right. The crispy outer layer of the fried fillet was soft and tender inside, and overall the experience was very satisfying.
The set meals came with white rice and shredded cabbage (with one refill), and miso soup. The white rice in Japan is particularly fragrant and sweet, making it hard to resist asking for another serving. After the meal, we felt satisfied. Although this restaurant doesn't have many reviews yet, the dishes and service were surprisingly delightful. If you get a chance to visit Azabu Dai and don’t know what to eat, this place is definitely worth a try.
"Kyoto Takeya" is a new pork cutlet shop recently opened at the Yongkang branch of the A-mart in Tainan. In addition to their signature pork cutlets, they also offer all-you-can-eat oden and spicy hot pot. This time, I ordered the curry pork cutlet set. The pork cutlet was fried to a decent crispiness, with a moderate thickness and a nice texture. The curry flavor was quite ordinary and didn't stand out, but the thickness of the sauce was just right, allowing it to pair well with the pork cutlet. However, the fried chicken didn't perform as well; the coating was too thick, it was fried too dry, and the chicken inside lacked the necessary juiciness, making it a bit tough to chew.
As for the fried shrimp, the batter was also too thick, and the taste was mediocre, with nothing particularly memorable about it. Regarding the all-you-can-eat oden and spicy hot pot, there were plenty of options, but the flavors weren't particularly impressive, especially the broth for the oden; I even found that convenience store versions tasted better. The spicy hot pot lacked spiciness, which might be insufficient for friends who enjoy bold flavors.
Overall, the prices at Kyoto Takeya are quite reasonable, making it appealing to customers who want to eat their fill, especially for those looking to try all-you-can-eat oden and spicy hot pot. However, if you have higher standards for food quality, this place may not be suitable, and I probably won't make a special trip back.
By the way, I just remembered that the restaurant employs a self-service plate recycling system, so the tables were quite dirty with a lot of food scraps and grease.
I couldn't get the thick pork chop during the previous holiday, but to my surprise, I could come here on a weekday without much of a wait. The pork chop is super large and satisfying; it's highly recommended if you're a meat lover. Towards the end, it gets a bit greasy, so it's just right to pair it with some side dishes and drinks to cut through the richness. The meat is tender and not dry, and the fat is very flavorful. It's rare to find such thick meat. The only regret is that they only open during dinner hours, so if you want to come and try the limited thick cuts, you might need to plan your time to arrive early on weekdays or holidays.
🔅Actual dining date: 2024/10/14
Spent the afternoon taking photos of the Tokyo Tower 🗼 and then visited Azabudai Hills, which just opened last year. We decided on the spot to have dinner nearby and found this relatively new restaurant (there are few Google reviews).
We visited around 16:30 and waited in line for a little while. The staff noticed we were foreigners and handed us a menu with pictures and English translations.
▪️Special Pork Fillet Tonkatsu ¥3000
(Deep fried pork fillet cutlet set, 120g)
The picture looked impressive, and the price was higher, so we decided to try it. I checked what it was called in English—it’s the fillet part—and though it seemed tender, it was actually quite firm when eaten, yet the coating was crispy, which made the texture enjoyable.
▪️Mixed Tonkatsu two ¥2600
(Deep fried pork loin & fillet cutlet set)
Loin 120g & Fillet 2 pieces
I was considering what else to order and chose this popular dish, a combination of loin and fillet. The loin combines layers of lean and fatty meat, which create a nice flavor when eaten together, and I didn't find it too greasy. The fillet doesn't have layers, crispy outside and soft inside. No wonder it's popular because you get two types of cuts at once.
All sets come with rice and shredded cabbage (refillable once), miso soup with simple radish that tasted great, and you can help yourself to pork cutlet and cabbage sauce, pickles, and wasabi (the pork cutlet also comes with yellow mustard that pairs well).
Overall, this place is simple and has a very Japanese atmosphere, it's foreigner-friendly. Although I wouldn't specifically revisit, I would recommend it to friends nearby, so I give it more than 3 stars.
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<Mu Le Japanese-style Fried Pork Cutlet> is one of the well-known family restaurants in Hualien. The whole place is mainly decorated in wood tones, and upon entering, you can smell a faint aroma of cypress wood, creating a very comfortable environment～
The menu is a combination of wooden panels and blackboards. You just need to place the round magnets into the empty slots, making it clear and reusable, which is very eco-friendly ♻️👍
After being seated, you are served a glass of lemon orange water and a glass of plum juice, both of which can be refilled!
⭐️ Loin Croquette Set $340
Two pieces of stick-shaped croquettes + three pieces of loin pork cutlet. The croquettes have a crispy outside and a creamy inside, with cheese inside; you can hear the crunchy sound when you take a bite of the pork cutlet, which retains its juices and is very tender. It's paired with homemade ground sesame sauce for the pork cutlet, which is really delicious 😋
The meal comes with shredded cabbage, side dishes, and miso soup～
On the table, there is a sweet and sour vinegar sauce that, when paired with shredded cabbage, is refreshing and helps cut through the greasiness. The miso soup is a simple version with seaweed, tofu, and green onions.
The side dishes include yuzu radish and tofu; although the portions are small, they are very tasty～
🌟 Shredded cabbage and white rice can be refilled!
(The rice grains are distinct and very chewy, which is my favorite type of rice.)
⭐️ Large Loin Pork Cutlet Set $310
This is what my friend ordered; the overall configuration is quite similar, but his loin pork cutlet has four large pieces.
‼️ Conclusion:
A dining service charge of 10% is applied for dine-in!
Overall, it is a delicious fried pork cutlet restaurant. Although the location is a bit far, it is a place I would consider going to when craving fried pork cutlet～
This time in Akihabara, Tokyo, I went on an anime pilgrimage and bought some figurines. Feeling hungry, I found this place called "Marugo Fried Pork Cutlet" on Google Maps. I waited about 20 minutes to get in; the business seemed quite good. As soon as I walked in, I could feel that the pork cutlet was indeed worth the wait. I ordered the fried pork loin cutlet set, priced at 2400 yen. The pork cutlet had a crispy outer layer, and the meat was tender and juicy, especially the lean part inside. Although it didn’t have much fat, it had a very soft texture and wasn’t dry at all. Paired with white rice and miso soup, the overall flavor was rich and balanced, making for a very satisfying meal.
However, the space inside the restaurant is not large. It's fairly clean but a bit cramped, so it might be a struggle for otaku who have already bought many large packages in Akihabara.
Overall, "Marugo Fried Pork Cutlet" is a highly recommended restaurant, especially if you're looking for a delicious meal while shopping in Akihabara. The pork cutlet here is definitely a great choice.
📍Nearby the Shulin Train Station, there’s a Japanese-style fried food rice bowl restaurant that has a good business, delicious meals, but longer preparation times. There’s a store dog inside, so those who don’t like dogs should refrain from entering.
🍽️Environment
There aren't many seats for dining in, with a bar area, a few double tables, and a kid-friendly seating area along the edge, accommodating around 16 people in total. We decided to drop by after seeing a 4.9 rating on Google, and although it was already 7:30, it was still fully booked, with a few new customers coming in. After confirming our meal, we could order and wait for our seats; the staff indicated that the meal would take about 10-15 minutes.
There’s a lazy store dog inside, but there’s no dog smell; those who are afraid of dogs or who don't like restaurants with pets should be mindful.
The air conditioning is at a comfortable temperature, and there are restrooms.
After waiting about 10 minutes, a private family area opened up, but this area requires shoes to be removed. The actual meal was served about 20 minutes later. 😅
🍚Meal
▪️Crispy Fried Pork Chop Rice Bowl $250
Since we arrived later, there weren’t many options left, so we just ordered the basic fried pork chop. The entire set includes the rice bowl itself with a half-cooked soft egg, miso soup, dessert, and a side dish. The white rice can be refilled once, and the miso soup is unlimited.
The thickness of the aged fried pork chop is sufficient, and the width is not too wide, which I personally find makes it easier to eat. The outer crust is very crispy, and the inner pork remains quite tender, with some parts having a bit of fat, which overall is above average in quality.
As for the rice, I personally found it a bit too moist, but still acceptable. The miso soup has a Taiwanese flavor, containing radish, tofu, and kelp buds; the broth isn’t too salty and pairs well with the pork chop rice!
The side dish was a normally presented pickled radish, and today’s dessert was passion fruit jelly, with a mildly sour flavor that is great for cutting through greasiness after the meal.
😁Overall, it's a tasty pork chop rice bowl. It's recommended to call in advance to make a reservation and order to shorten the waiting time on-site, but if you're a dog lover, you might find yourself spending time playing with the dog without realizing it. 🤣
If you check in with five stars, you will receive a drink, so the reviews on the landmark are not very credible.
The ordering machine only accepts cash, which is a bit inconvenient.