01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
A light, fragrant crust yields with a crisp bite to reveal soft, deeply flavorful pork. Situated in a quiet residential corner of Kita Ward, Kyoto, Tonhachi is a long-running tonkatsu restaurant sustained by the warm hospitality of the husband-and-wife owners. Its signature set meal, the Nadai Hire Tonkatsu Teishoku, stands out for the tender, succulent texture of the pork tenderloin, best enjoyed simply with a dab of spicy mustard and classic tonkatsu sauce.
Rich Miso Katsu Layered with Hatcho Miso
One of the shop's major draws is its miso katsu, generously coated in a distinctive house sauce. Prepared by simmering Hatcho miso with red wine and vegetable bouillon, the sauce balances deep, concentrated savoriness with a smooth, mellow finish that complements the natural sweetness of the pork fat. Diners with a hearty appetite can opt for the Deluxe Miso Cutlet Set or the Premium Miso Cutlet Set, both pairing effortlessly with bowls of steamed white rice.
Homestyle Sides and an Extensive Fried Menu
Care is also given to the supporting elements of each set meal. Dashi-rich miso soup, potato salad, and finely shredded cabbage provide a clean contrast that rounds out the deep-fried mains. The menu also offers extensive combinations, pairing pork tenderloin cutlets with fried prawns or hamburg steaks, alongside hearty cutlet curries and inventive variations like gyoza-stuffed or cheese-filled pork loin cutlets.
Welcoming for both lunch and dinner, the dining room offers table seating where guests can comfortably enjoy freshly fried dishes. Because the restaurant accepts cash only, it is best to prepare paper currency before arriving.
