Tonkatsu Marugo
Ditch the cardboard-thin, flimsy pork cutlets from everywhere else — tonkatsu won't taste the same after trying the ones at Michelin-approved Marugo.
Restaurant Details
Don't let the unassuming exterior fool you — this tonkatsu restaurant in Akihabara is one of the few of its kind in Japan to hold a Michelin star, which it earned in 2016. Widely considered one of the best deep-fried pork cutlet spots in Tokyo, Marugo consistently draws a crowd, with a typical wait of at least 20 minutes.
The right route is to go for the special pork fillet cutlet, the most luxurious item on the menu. Its crispy outer coating contrasts beautifully with the tender, juicy cut of meat, which is thicker than usual. This special thickness means Marugo's tonkatsu requires extra time to cook to perfection. The cutlet boasts a perfect golden-brown exterior and pale-hued meat, a result of the owner-chef Takeuchi Takayoshi’s decades of experience. Drawing on the teachings of his mentor, he meticulously controls the heat during the cooking process to ensure each cutlet is just right.
The special roast pork cutlet is also a favorite, alongside the fried shrimp known as "banana shrimps" for their impressive size. These shrimp are served with a special soy-based dipping sauce that enhances their flavor. Each dish is refined and flavorful, complemented by unlimited refills of fresh cabbage, perfect for cleansing your palate between bites. With such exceptional offerings, Marugo deserves to be at the top of anyone's list for the best tonkatsu in Tokyo. Refined in taste, flavorful, and extremely generous with unlimited refills of cabbage to cleanse your palate after every few bites, Marugo should likely be the number one on anyone's list of the best tonkatsu in Tokyo.
Michelin Guide:
2016 - 1 Michelin Star
2020 - 2024 - Bib Gourmand
Tonkatsu Marugo Access Info
Tonkatsu Marugo is a 4-minute walk from Akihabara Station.
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Tonkatsu Marugo Address
1-8-14 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101-0021
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