Kanda Ponchiken

Tonkatsu restaurant · Chiyoda

Kanda Ponchiken

Tonkatsu restaurant · Chiyoda

Japan, 〒101-0052 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kanda Ogawamachi, 2 Chome−8 Ougi Building, 1階

Highlights

Dive into this casual eatery where the tonkatsu delights with crispy breadcrumbs and tender pork, earning it Michelin nods and loyal fans.

Japan, 〒101-0052 Tokyo, Chiyoda City, Kanda Ogawamachi, 2 Chome−8 Ougi Building, 1階 Get directions

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"Ponchiken began when a yoshoku-trained chef hung out his shingle to pursue the world of tonkatsu. Two types of pork, with differing umami, are used for the tonkatsu. Fresh breadcrumbs and vegetable oil are used in accordance with the meat’s characteristics to draw out its natural flavour. Diners can use salt and a variety of sauces to adjust the flavour to taste. Beef cutlets and fried horse mackerel are deep-fried in lard to give them body, creating the unique flavours of this shop." - Michelin Inspector

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Shenny Penny

Google

We came at 11:30 for lunch, we waited around 30mins to get in. The waiter comes and takes your order before you are seated so when you go inside the food is ready. Amazing food, reasonable prices. We tried the first 2 on the lunch menu both special deluxe, side of sauce and 2 prawns. Everything was sensational.

James O'Brien

Google

Amazing dinner here, juicy/crunchy pork, best ever! Also service was excellent, thank you ❤️

Barry

Google

MAR 2024 Waited in line for a few minutes before opening and was able to get the first round of seating. Ordered the special loin tonkatsu set and it was delicious; panko was crispy and coated well, and the pork was very tender with a rich depth of flavor. The lunch menu has limited options so recommend coming for dinner if you want more choices including add-ons and ala carte. Service was good and fast pace.

Claudio Lener

Google

Phenomenal Tonkatsu, recognized as such by Michelin as well. The service was fast, price low, and food delicious.

Jake Byman

Google

Some of the best tonkatsu on the planet. Truly an amazing meal from start to finish. We did end up waiting 2 hours in line, even though we showed up at the exact time the place opened. If I had to do it over, I'm not sure I would have stuck it out with the wait, but wildly good food overall.

Carolina Alvarez-Correa

Google

Can’t get enough of this place. We’ve been to many gyukatsu places all over Japan and this is far and above the best. They cook the meat for you, as opposed to you having to sear it yourself like at many gyukatsu places, and it’s cooked perfectly. The breading is so light and the meat melts in your mouth. Nice ambiance too. There’s always a line so expect to wait at least 30 min!

Roy M.

Google

Solid 8.5 out of 10. It’s delicious, fried to perfection. It’s the second best katsu I have had so far in Japan. Being able to have your katsu with various sauces and salt is pretty cool. Being able to order fried seafood ala cart is also a cool bonus. This restaurant is listed on the MICHELIN guide’s bib gourmand. Wouldn’t expect any less.

Cleofe Albano

Google

Excellent pork katsu. Loved the ebi with their own delicious tartare sauce. Their miso soup is so tasty with bits of meat Shame we had to wait 1.30 hours to get in... wish they had been clearer with waiting time expectations!