On October 29th, I celebrate "Tonkatsu Day" by indulging in delicious pork cutlets. Recently, I visited “Tonkatsu Kenshin” in Iidabashi, and I was so impressed by the taste that I decided to explore new restaurants. I found that a place called “Nadai Katsuage Tsurara” opened in July 2024 at “Kanda Square,” so I decided to check it out! It was a bit of a walk from my home, but I made it to Kanda Square. “Nadai Katsuage Tsurara” seems to specialize in “Sasami Katsu” (chicken tender cutlet), and they also have happy hour and all-you-can-drink options, which is nice. Although I was curious about their highlight dish, I decided to stick with my usual choice for this visit and ordered the “Mitsuigen Pork Special Loin Katsu Set (180g)” for 2,980 yen. Unfortunately, my favorite pork brand, Iwachu Pork, only had the “Fillet Katsu” available, so I had to pass on that. On the table, there was salt and sauce, and I appreciated the dressing for the cabbage. The staff advised me to try their “Tsurara Syrup,” which is maple syrup recommended for the tonkatsu, but I politely declined. After about 6-7 minutes, my “Mitsuigen Pork Special Loin Katsu Set (180g)” arrived. I was mesmerized by the juicy cut. I took a bite without adding anything first, and it was delicious! I felt the crispy coating, followed by the sweetness of the fat and the meat’s umami flavor. The balance of sweetness and umami was fantastic. Sprinkling some “Pink Rock Salt” from the table also enhanced the taste. Nevertheless, I quickly finished it with sauce and mustard. The rice, “Yume Pirika,” was perfectly cooked as well, and the miso soup, side dish, and cabbage were all satisfying. I briefly debated giving it a perfect score of 5 stars, but I was slightly bothered by some sinew, so I decided on a score of 4 stars★★★★. However, since the “Sasami Katsu” is the highlight of this restaurant and I had lower expectations, it was a pleasant surprise! I definitely want to try the “Sasami Katsu,” and the all-you-can-drink options seem appealing too. I'll have to make a return visit, day or night! Thank you for the meal!

I usually go for lunch on weekdays. I had been avoiding chicken tenderloin because I wasn't quite sure about fried food, but after trying the chicken tenderloin fry set, I was pleasantly surprised. The batter was light and the chicken was very moist. I feel like I can enjoy it even while on a diet without much guilt. And I must say, the homemade dressing for the cabbage is incredibly delicious! I really hope they will sell this dressing as a product. I'm definitely planning to come back just for this dressing.

When you become friends on LINE, you can enjoy skewers for just 100 yen each! Plus, there's a happy hour until 7 PM, making for a really cost-effective night out. The skewers have a light, crispy batter, and I forgot to take a photo before I started eating them.

First Visit 202409 (No.5923) 1. Purpose of Visit: I was in the Ogawacho area for some food scouting and selected this restaurant for dinner. 2. Restaurant Information: - Tabelog Genre: Fried Food - Opened on July 11, 2024 - The restaurant is known for its signature "Takumi Chicken Cutlet" and carefully selected "Pork Cutlet." - Hours: Monday to Friday 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM - Closed: Sundays and Holidays - Seating: 48 seats 3. Crowdedness and Atmosphere: I visited around 7:30 PM on a weekday, and the restaurant was about 30% full. The interior is wood-themed. 4. Service: The staff provided service according to the manual. 5. Ordered Items: I ordered the "Takumi Chicken Cutlet Set" for 1,320 yen. It took about 18-19 minutes from ordering to serving. The set included two pieces of "Chicken Cutlet," fried pumpkin and eggplant, shredded cabbage, a daily side dish of spinach with white sesame paste, miso soup, rice, and pickles! The main item, "Chicken Cutlet," was incredibly juicy, as evidenced by its shining cut surface. It was fried slowly at low temperature, making it exceptionally fluffy! The chicken is "Okonokato," a local breed from Iwate Prefecture, raised for a long time without antibiotics, which surely contributed to its quality. There were various condiments available, such as maple syrup, soy sauce, pink rock salt, crystal rock salt, mustard, and tonkatsu sauce. I enjoyed unlimited refills of the popular rice brand "Yume Pirika" while finishing the meal deliciously! 6. Conclusion: When it comes to "Chicken Cutlet," "Imakatsu" is well-known, but in terms of juiciness, this restaurant can definitely hold its own, if not surpass it. I highly recommend this place for anyone who loves "Chicken Cutlet"! Thank you for the meal!

There’s a new fried foods shop that just opened in Kanda Square, and their specialty seems to be chicken tender cutlets (sasami katsu). The menu starts with sasami katsu, and many of the combination plates feature it as a base. I wonder if this is a modern trend. I decided to try the B set, which includes a chicken tender cutlet, pork cutlet, and cream croquette. The chicken tender cutlet was indeed fluffy, with a melting texture. However, the center was a bit cool, which left me feeling a little uneasy. Alongside the usual sauces and rock salt, they offered maple syrup, but I didn’t have the courage to use it. I also switched my miso soup for tonjiru (pork miso soup), which turned out to be quite rich and fatty, with a layer of fat forming on the surface. It was delicious, so I thought it could be a highlight of the menu. Kanda used to be a fiercely competitive area for tonkatsu, but it feels like it has lost some of its vibrancy recently. Moreover, having fried food for lunch definitely requires a bit of courage.

"Meidai Katsuage Tsurara" recently opened in the Jinbocho and Ogawamachi area. It began operation just last month in July, specializing in chicken tender katsu and pork katsu, offering set meals for lunch and a drinking spot for dinner. Located about a three-minute walk from Ogawamachi Station on the Toei Shinjuku Line, it features a notably spacious dining area on the first floor of Kanda Square, decorated with green noren curtains and lanterns for a traditional atmosphere. The interior boasts a high ceiling with a bright wooden design, with counter seating, tables, and facing counters accommodating nearly 50 guests. J-POP plays softly in the background, while the sound of frying food appeals to your appetite. The restaurant’s signature dish is the "Takumi no Sasami Katsu" (Master's Chicken Tender Katsu), made using "Oku no Miyako Dori," a local chicken from Iwate Prefecture, raised on a chemical-free diet in the refreshing air of the mountains for an extended period. For pork katsu, they use "Yamagata Pork" and "Yamagata Prefecture's San Gen Pork" for loin katsu, with the option of limited quantities of "Iwate Prefecture Iwanaka Pork" for fillet katsu, which comes highly recommended. Additionally, they offer large shrimp tempura, thick fried horse mackerel, and nostalgic katsu curry. The rice served with these mains is the highest-grade "Yume Pirika" from Hokkaido, enhancing the katsu's deliciousness. I went for the most standard option: the "Signature Takumi no Sasami Katsu Set" for 1,320 yen. After waiting 10 minutes, my meal arrived, featuring two pieces of chicken tender katsu cut into four, accompanied by a generous bowl of miso soup, kinpira burdock, and pickles. The chicken tender katsu was lightly and airily fried, providing a soft texture, and as I bit into it, it effortlessly yielded to my teeth. The sweet, mild oils permeated me, and the flavors released from the airy batter joined harmoniously, making it enjoyable as is. The table had an array of condiments, including pink rock salt, crystal rock salt, special tonkatsu sauce, soy sauce, Tsutsura syrup, sesame seeds, shichimi (seven spice), and a rich homemade dressing that arrived later. The pink rock salt had a familiar flavor with a gentle sweetness, while the crystal salt offered a more subdued saltiness over time. The special tonkatsu sauce elevated the dish, enriching the flavors. The Tsutsura syrup, which had a thick consistency, brought out the sweetness of the katsu, though it may divide opinions. The homemade dressing was a delightful surprise! Despite being a salad dressing, it had a toasty flavor that enveloped the salad with deep umami, turning it into a feast in an instant. I also enjoyed the coating on the katsu with this dressing, making the meal even more delightful. The rice, with its pure sweetness, paired perfectly with the fried items, and the variety of condiments made it easy to go back for more. Notably, during lunchtime, rice refills are complimentary! Guests can help themselves to the large electronic jar at the entrance—definitely a bonus for those with hearty appetites. With its quality and offerings, this restaurant is likely to become popular in this office district. However, be careful, as getting too extravagant can lead to a slightly higher bill. In the evening, the restaurant becomes a lively place for skewered fried items paired with drinks. What condiment would you choose to elevate the sweet flavor of the chicken tender katsu? □ Meidai Katsuage Tsurara Location: 2-2-1 Kanda Nishikicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo (Kanda Square 1F) Phone: 03-6285-0800 Business Hours: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM * Saturdays: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Closed: Sundays and Holidays

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◆The store has a spacious and open atmosphere. It used to be a seafood izakaya, but the concept and menu were kind of mediocre. I'm hoping for better this time. The music is a bit loud, so I wish they would change it, haha.◆The taste and cost performance pleasantly surprised me. I was expecting just an ordinary meal, but it was delicious!! Is it low-temperature cooking? The tonkatsu was tender and delicious. The chicken breast with cheese is amazing. Everything I tried was delicious! I'm really glad this great restaurant has opened.◆The service still doesn't accept credit cards.

Personal evaluation criteria: The average score (normal) is set at 3.0 points, rated in 0.5 increments. The total score is calculated as follows: food/taste × 4, service × 2, atmosphere × 2, and cost performance × 2. The resulting sum is divided by 10 to obtain the final score (alcohol/drinks are not included). Delicious food Visit day: Wednesday Visit time: around 1 PM Waiting at the storefront: None Takumi's chicken tender cutlet set (2 pieces) 1320 yen

I visited a new restaurant in Kanda Square, and it seems that their signature dish is the chicken tender cutlet, so I ordered that. I expected it to be dry since it's chicken tender, but to my surprise, it was moist and crispy, and very delicious! They also offered two types of salt and sauces, allowing for a variety of flavor combinations. Personally, I appreciated that the miso soup was made with red miso—quite good! The price is a bit higher for lunch, but it’s relatively less crowded during lunch hours, making it a viable option. When I visited, they only accepted cash, but I believe they will offer cashless payment options in the future.

This is the 295th installment of the lunch series near my office. Today, I finally decided to visit Tsukura, a new katsu restaurant that had opened in Kanda SQUARE, where an izakaya used to be. The restaurant is located on the first floor of Kanda SQUARE and is still new, so the interior and exterior were quite clean and hadn’t changed much since the previous tenant. There are both counter and table seating, and during lunchtime, customers can help themselves to rice from a large commercial rice cooker that’s available in the restaurant. I arrived at 1:30 PM, and it was relatively calm with about 30% of the seats occupied. Several male and female staff members were present, and the one who seemed to be the manager provided good service. Today, I ordered the Takumi Chicken Tender Katsu Set (two pieces of chicken tender). After waiting for about 10 minutes, my meal arrived. Since the prices for the dishes were somewhat reasonable, I chose the standard Takumi Chicken Tender Katsu Set, which is the least expensive option. The set included a small side dish, pickles, miso soup, and rice. As mentioned earlier, customers can refill their rice freely from the large rice cooker in the restaurant after the first serving. The main dish, the chicken tender katsu, consisted of four pieces made by cutting two chicken breasts in half, along with slices of eggplant and pumpkin on the side. The meal came with various seasonings: salt, soy sauce, sauce, and a special sweet glaze, allowing me to enjoy different flavors. The katsu itself was incredibly tender and delicious, pairing perfectly with the rice, which prompted me to go for a second helping. I was taken aback by the tenderness of the katsu and found myself wanting to come back for more. Additionally, since they are open at night, it seems like a great place to relax with a drink.

I had some errands to run in Kanda and while searching nearby, I found a new restaurant! Visiting without any prior research is quite fun! On a weekday at 7 PM, the restaurant was about 50% full. I ordered the "Takumi's Chicken Breast Cutlet & Yamagata Pork Loin Cutlet Set." The chicken breast cutlet was incredibly tender, juicy, and absolutely delicious! I can't believe chicken breast can be fried like this! The seasoning subtly enhanced the meat's flavor, and the coating was soft yet light and crispy—a fantastic texture. I highly recommend this! There are two types of salt for a fun flavor change, and I never knew that maple syrup could pair so well with it! The Yamagata pork loin cutlet had amazing meat flavor and sweetness in the fat. The quality of the ingredients and the entire frying process really brought out the best in it! It was delicious just with salt, but adding mustard and sauce took it to another level—victory! The rice was delicious too! It's Yume Pirika rice, right? The stylish presentation of the refillable rice pot also enhances the flavor! The miso soup, while simple, had a strong body, making it easy to drink yet satisfying, showing care in its preparation! The pickles and side dishes were well balanced, allowing me to enjoy a full course in one meal! I was pleasantly surprised by the unexpected level of deliciousness! It was great to walk in without prior research! The interior was clean, and being in an office building added to the experience. The service was attentive, making for a comfortable atmosphere. Overall, the chicken breast cutlet was incredibly tasty! The pork loin had good quality meat! The frying technique was outstanding! You can really feel the attention to detail! It seems like it's a place where you can enjoy drinks with small dishes at night too! I found a great place! Thank you for the meal!

I went to a recently opened restaurant with an acquaintance. The staff seemed a bit inexperienced. We arrived a little before lunch time and were seated at the counter instead of a table for two, and the order confirmation felt uncertain. I ordered the cheese chicken cutlet, which had a good portion and was delicious.

I visited "Katsu Age Tsurara," located in the bustling Kanda area, for a weekday lunch at 1 PM, only to find it fully packed with a waiting list. The signature dish is their famous chicken breast katsu. I ordered the large serving of chicken breast katsu set and an extra pork loin katsu from Yamagata. As a chicken breast lover, my expectations were high, and this chicken breast katsu did not disappoint. Its tenderness, juiciness, and flavor are unparalleled. It will definitely change your perception of chicken breast. Typically, chicken breast can have a dry texture, but the katsu at Tsurara is incredibly soft and juicy. Other diners around me were equally amazed the moment they took a bite. The sea salt available on the table pairs excellently with it, but their homemade vegetable sauce and honey sauce also complement it very well. This place has entered my list of favorite restaurants. I plan to visit three times a week.