(Visit Rating ★4.15: Ranked 3rd in Japan for Tonkatsu / Ranked 3rd in Osaka)【Michelin Guide Osaka 2026 Bib Gourmand Winner】Located near the Lalaport Kadoma, the first outlet complex, this Tonkatsu restaurant is close to the Senbayashi shopping street in Osaka City.★Chiba Prefecture Hayashi SPF Pork Loin Cutlet Set Meal 180gThe standout feature is the tenderness of the meat, the sweetness of the fat, and the overall deliciousness. SPF pork refers to pigs that are free from specific diseases that can negatively affect their health. Hayashi SPF pork is raised on feed that minimizes antibiotic use, ensuring a hygienic environment, and is a brand pork from Chiba Prefecture that prioritizes both safety and flavor.Enjoy the rich flavor of the loin cutlet, even the fat is delightful. It's recommended even for those who are not fond of fat. The batter is also delicious.▼Today's Tenderloin Cutlet Set Meal - Niigata Prefecture Pure White Bianca 140gThis brand of pork was developed in collaboration with Sato Meat, Yasuda Yogurt, and Nagaoka Farm. The pigs are raised in the vast nature of Nagaoka City, fed with whey (the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained) produced during the yogurt-making process. The meat features translucent white fat and a tender texture, with a fragrant and refined taste. "Bianca" means "white" in Italian, named for the color of the whey and the snowy region of Niigata Prefecture where it is raised. Whey is rich in water-soluble minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and polysaccharides, and is abundant in lactic acid bacteria.This tenderloin cutlet has no fat, just lean meat. It is also juicy and delicious.★Homemade Juicy Minced CutletThis restaurant is popular not only for its Tonkatsu but also for its side dishes. Typically, minced cutlets are made with a mix of pork and beef in the Kanto region, while in Kansai, they tend to use only beef. However, this restaurant offers a minced cutlet made with 100% pork loin, featuring a crispy batter and a creamy filling, making it feel like a "drinkable" minced cutlet. It’s a unique experience that will make you exclaim "Delicious!" after the first bite. This minced cutlet is so different from the usual that it feels like a completely different dish, so you must try it at least once.【In Summary】Reservations can be made through "TableCheck." Reservation slots for the following month open on the 10th of each month at 10 PM. (As there are only a few seats at the counter, they fill up quickly as soon as reservations open. Be sure to think ahead about what time and which course you want to reserve. You can also make a reservation for just a seat, which is what I did.)In conclusion, despite being at a national level for Tonkatsu, it offers great value for money, and both the Tonkatsu and side dishes are popular, so you should definitely try them.It’s a small and charming restaurant run by a couple, featuring only counter seating. The chef, who started as a patissier and has experience in French and Korean cuisine, opened this relatively new establishment in 2022.When I mentioned I came from Kyoto, the owner’s wife and I bonded over discussions about "Kawamura" and "Utsusemi-tei." Initially, this restaurant also offered tsukudani and curry like "Kawamura," but they had to stop due to space constraints. I will definitely return.*By the way, what’s the difference between "Menchi Katsu" and "Minchi Katsu"? (According to Google)They are essentially the same food, but the differences mainly lie in the region and the type of meat used.《Regional Terminology》Menchi Katsu: This term is primarily used in Kanto and Eastern Japan.Minchi Katsu: This term is mainly used in Kansai and Western Japan.《Differences in Ingredients (General Trends)》Menchi Katsu: Often made with a mix of pork and beef.Minchi Katsu: Due to the beef culture in Kansai, it is often made with 100% beef.
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