Master of tonkatsu: Katsushin is home to Silom’s crunchiest cutlet

COCONUTS HOT SPOT — Tonkatsu is a dish that most Japanese restaurants feature on their menu, but how many so-called franchise places actually specialize in cooking this delicious pork cutlet?

After growing tired of the mediocre Japanese food at the mall, I discovered Katsushin, a small restaurant on Surawong Road, known for its crispy, juicy tonkatsu.

The decoration and vibe of the venue is what you would find in local restaurant in Japan: cozy, warm, and always packed with hungry customers. Aside from the relatively quiet chatter of the customers, you can also hear jazz music playing in the background, which makes this place a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of Silom.

You can’t visit Katsushin without trying its star dish, so I ordered the large Rosu Katsu Set (THB300), which includes a good-sized portion of tonkatsu and typical sides such as rice, miso soup, and salad. But let me tell you, their crispy pork cutlet is like no other.

What makes Katsushin’s tonkatsu stand out is not only the generous portion, but also the crispiness, and juiciness of the pork.  As I took my first bite, I could feel the crust popping in my mouth while the meat was tender, warm and juicy. Katsushin makes sure their cutlet is served warm and not dry.

Accompanying the cutlet is their special sauce, which adds a nice mix of sweet and sour flavor to the meat. You can also refill your rice, salad, and miso soup once, but considering the large portion, one refill is more than enough.

Maguro Tataki

Aside from their specialty dish, I also ordered the popular appetizer Maguro Tataki (THB260), a seared tuna served with crispy garlic and radish slices. The tuna is soft like sashimi at the center, and chewy around the edges with a mild salty taste.

As for dessert, I had Warabi Mochi (THB60), which is basically a soft rice cake with nut powders, topped with sweet syrup. Be warned, once you’ve finished the mochi, you will feel as if you’ve filled your tummy to its brim.  

Warabi Mochi

I’m very confident that Katsushin is one of Bangkok’s best tonkatsu joints. Their specialization in making tonkatsu using quality ingredients, along with the cozy vibe of the dining area are enough to make me return again and again.

Katsushin is open for lunch and dinner. But the restaurant is always packed with customers, especially at lunchtime. So if you don’t want to wait in a long line, I recommend making a reservation several hours beforehand.

FIND IT:

Katsushin

Hours: Every day (11am – 2pm, 5pm – 10pm)

Soi Tantawan, Silom

MRT Silom

 

 



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