Katsuretsu Co
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Katsuretsu Co makes a strong case for breaking away from your old favourites. Husband-and-wife duo Michelle Yap and Jason How (who also run Ton & Co) moved to Australia from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Katsuretsu Co is an ode to a tonkatsu restaurant they frequented during their early dating days.
The menu is laser-focused on tonkatsu: golden, deep-fried Japanese pork cutlets. The loin-cut pork is brined overnight in salt and garlic. It’s then coated in Japanese-imported nama panko, which creates the dish’s signature crunch, before being deep fried. Oyster and prawn katsu options are also available, and marinated wild mushrooms and squid salad are a refreshing addition. While the tonkatsu is the star, the house-made sauces are a critical component of the dish – from classic tartare to Nagoya-style dark miso.
To drink, there’s Kirin Ichiban and Kizakura Kyoto Matcha IPA. Plus, hot tumblers of sencha and genmaicha tea, along with sparkling fuji apple juice and umeshu soda.
The cosy, minimalist fit-out is reminiscent of a neighbourhood katsu spot, with dark walls, small but sturdy tables and chairs, and a no-fuss ambiance that lets the food do the talking.
Contact Details
Phone: 0399 434 023
Website: instagram.com
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