Tonkatsu in Osaka Prefecture! 14 popular picks by area in Osaka City and Takatsuki City

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Tonkatsu Nakamura is a restaurant near Senbayashiomiya Station in Osaka City where you can enjoy tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) made with a wide variety of branded pork.

The interior is bright and open, with an atmosphere like a Japanese restaurant.

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You can enjoy tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) made with recommended branded pork such as Hayashi SPF, known for its consistently good taste, as well as Iwanaka Pork and San'emon.

They offer both loin and Tenderloin cuts, and the set meal for comparing different cuts is also popular. The loin from Hayashi SPF is said to have sweet fat and rich flavor.

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They also have a full lineup of A la carte menu items like croquettes and fried shrimp, and it seems many people order them in addition to their set meal.

The “cream croquette” is filled with rich, melty cream inside a crispy coating, and it is said to be just right as a nice palate cleanser between bites of tonkatsu (pork cutlet).

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New Babe, about a 6-minute walk from Tanimachi Yonchome Station in Osaka, is a specialty tonkatsu (breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet) restaurant where you can enjoy cuts from three different branded pork options that change daily.

Though compact, it has the casual appeal of a cafe, and it is said to be a popular spot that draws lines even before opening.

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The tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) is cooked using both low and high temperatures, giving it a crisp outside and a moist, juicy texture inside.

It is served on stylish original tableware by an artist, and you can enjoy it with the owner's carefully selected nine kinds of seasonings. They are also particular about the rice, which is made with their own custom blend.

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Various Special branded pork selections, such as "TokyoX" and "Saddleback," are available on a daily rotation.

The "Hayashi SPF" chosen that day seemed to be known for its fine, tender texture and the sweetness and lightness of its fat. The Tenderloin is a lean cut, but it still seems to have a juicy quality.

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Epais is a restaurant near Kitashinchi Station in Kita-ku, Osaka, where you can take your time and enjoy tonkatsu (breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet) made with Special branded pork.

Located quietly on the 3rd floor of a hidden-away building, it has a refined atmosphere. There are 11 seats in total, so it is well suited for small groups.

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For the tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet), you can choose from several kinds of pork, including Chami-ton (a healthy pork with few off notes) and Sangen-ton (pork known for its tender texture).

One of the most popular options is the "TOKYO X loin cutlet," which is said to have a nice balance of high quality lean meat and fat.

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For lunch, they offer tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) set meals centered on loin and tenderloin from brand pork, making it a good pick when you want to enjoy a slightly luxurious lunch.

All set meals come with rice, miso soup, pickles, and more, so even people looking for a filling meal are likely to be satisfied.

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Tonkatsu Amon is a popular restaurant known for its wide range of tonkatsu set meals made with carefully selected branded pork that changes daily depending on what is in the best condition.

The 1st floor has counter seating, and the 2nd floor has tables. The stylish interior also makes it easy to visit on your own. The restaurant is in a great location, just a 1-minute walk from Keihan Kyobashi Station in Miyakojima Ward, Osaka City.

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The tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) is carefully fried in the restaurant's original oil, and the beautiful color of the cross section is said to catch the eye. Another nice point is the carefully selected seasonings, including salt, sauce, and soy sauce.

If you want to enjoy both Tenderloin and loin, the luxurious set meal "Triple Katsu Set Meal," which also comes with fried shrimp, is recommended.

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Reviews also praise the “Spicy Katsu Curry,” which lets you enjoy katsu (cutlet) and curry at the same time. It comes with a salad.

The roux has a solid kick of spices, making it perfect for people looking for an authentic curry. The volume of the katsu is said to be excellent as well.

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Tonkatsu Shabushabu Shin is a restaurant where you can enjoy tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) and pork belly shabushabu made with a wide variety of branded pork. It is in a great location, just a 1-minute walk from Osaka Metro Nihonbashi Station.

The restaurant has easy-to-use counter seats for solo diners, as well as spacious table seating for groups.

They are particular about using only vegetable oil to fry the tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet), and by switching between low and high temperatures, they achieve a tender texture.

For the hire (pork fillet), they use only Special Domestic meat, and for the loin, they use Hayashi SPF Pork from Chiba Prefecture. Both are said to have crispy coating and juicy, tasty meat.

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One of the nice things about the tonkatsu set meal is that it comes with three sauces, so you can enjoy it in three different ways.

From the classic sauce made with ichijiku (fig) to the tangy curry sauce, each one is said to bring out the good flavor of the tonkatsu even more.

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Ojisan to Nihonshu is about a 5-minute walk from Hommachi Station in Nishi Ward, Osaka City, and is popular for its tonkatsu (pork cutlet) and oden (Japanese one-pot dish), both of which pair well with Japanese sake.

The clean interior has calm, comfortable lighting, making this a great place when you want to take your time and enjoy Japanese sake and food.

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Many people enjoy the specialty Hojubuta (Hoju pork) loin cutlet as a side for Japanese sake, and it is said to have a juicy texture with good moisture retention.

By cooking fresh, high quality pork at a low temperature, they bring out the pork’s natural good flavor. There is also a wide range of seasonings to pair with it, including lemon salt and matcha salt.

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The "sakekasu oden (oden made with sake lees)" is a dish made with sake lees sourced by the owner, drawing on past experience working at a liquor store.

The oden is said to have deep richness, and you will want to enjoy it with one of the roughly 50 kinds of Japanese sake always available. The owner also holds a kikizakeshi (sake sommelier) certification.

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Tonkatsu Buta Shabu Hizono, a 2-minute walk from Nishi-Ohashi Station in Osaka City's Nishi Ward, is a restaurant where you can enjoy tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) and buta-shabu (pork shabu-shabu) served by an owner who loves pork.

The interior has a calm feel like a kappo (traditional Japanese fine dining) restaurant, and in addition to counter and table seating, it also has tatami Private rooms.

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They offer a full lineup of tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) dishes made with recommended brand pork such as TOKYO X and Kagoshima Kurobuta (Kagoshima Berkshire pork). They also have brand pork selections that change every week.

On this day, the Spencer roll used Towada Garlic Pork, and diners enjoyed its light and gentle flavor.

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One of the restaurant's signature dishes, the "TOKYO X Premium Loin katsu Rice bowl," is a limited-quantity Premium Loin katsu Rice bowl made with the rare TOKYO X.

It is popular for its fine-textured meat and rich flavor, with a sweetness in the fat that people find irresistible. It comes as a set with tonjiru (pork miso soup) and konomono (pickled vegetables).

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Tonkatsu Imai Kitashinchi Ten is a 5-minute walk from Kitashinchi Station and serves carefully made tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) using Special selected Domestic brand pork.

Both the exterior and interior have a stylish feel, and some say it is almost like a high-end kappo (traditional Japanese fine dining) restaurant. Counter and table seating are available.

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The tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) is made with carefully selected brand pork, coated in low-sugar fresh breadcrumbs, and fried in a blend of lard and rice oil.

People say you can enjoy excellent tonkatsu here, from the crisp coating to the rich fat that melts in your mouth. At lunch, the casual set meal menu is especially popular.

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At night, they offer several courses, and the recommended one is the "Kitashinchi Course," which lets you enjoy four kinds of katsu, including premium Spencer roll and special Tenderloin.

The Clay Pot rice included with every course uses "Koshihikari" rice from Nagano Prefecture, and it is well loved for its glossy shine and pleasantly chewy texture.

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Buta Shabu Seiro Mushi Tonsho Namba Tei is a Japanese restaurant that mainly serves pork shabu-shabu and tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet). It is a 3-minute walk from Namba Station, in one of Osaka City's busiest entertainment districts.

The clean interior has a modern Japanese feel, and it is said to have plenty of Private room options. Since the Private rooms are popular, early reservations are recommended.

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At night, they offer a course where you can enjoy Tenderloin cutlet and pork shabu-shabu at the same time. During the day, you can enjoy tonkatsu in a set meal style.

They use Sanda Pork (pork raised in the open in Sanda, Hyogo Prefecture), and they also have a full range of dipping sauces that bring out the meat's flavor, including tonkatsu sauce and truffle salt.

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The signature “Sha-ton Burian” is a tonkatsu menu item made with the very best part from the center of the Tenderloin.

It is said to be low in fat and tender even when cut thick. The most popular item is the “Tenderloin Cutlet Tasting Comparison,” which comes with both Sha-ton Burian and premium Tenderloin cutlet.

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Tonkatsu Satsuma Shitennoji, about a 10-minute walk from both Teradacho Station and Tennoji Station, is a specialty restaurant where you can enjoy top-quality tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet), with careful attention to the meat, oil, and frying method.

The interior is done in calm, unified tones, giving it a cozy atmosphere that makes it easy to stop by. It mainly offers table seating, and people say you can relax there comfortably.

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They serve tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) made with high quality Domestic branded pork selected for its quality rather than the name, paired with skilled craftsmanship.

After you order, they cut the meat and fry it crisp in cottonseed oil, making for excellent tonkatsu. They recommend having the first bite as is, and the second with salt.

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One of the nice things about lunch here is that you can casually enjoy luxurious tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) dishes.

The menu includes the weekday-only "daily set meal," along with options where you can enjoy your favorite cuts such as loin and fillet. If you want to try a bit of everything, the "Variety Lunch" and "Mix Lunch" are perfect.

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Tonkatsu x Izakaya RPG, about a 5-minute walk from Yodoyabashi Station on the Midosuji Line, is an izakaya where you can enjoy the chef’s carefully crafted tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) and a la carte dishes along with drinks.

The spacious interior has a hideaway feel, and the wood toned decor creates a warm and cozy atmosphere.

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At night, they offer a full lineup of tonkatsu (breaded and deep-fried pork cutlet) assortment menus, and many people seem to enjoy them as snacks to go with drinks.

The coating on the tonkatsu has an irresistible crisp texture, and the meat lets you clearly taste its natural flavor. They also have a wide range of fried items besides pork, including cheese chicken and croquettes.

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Lunch features a wide selection of set meals centered on tonkatsu (pork cutlet), making it perfect when you want to really enjoy a satisfying midday meal.

The quality of the tonkatsu is said to be just as good as at dinner, with a high-quality finish. Miso soup comes with free refills, and Large size rice is free, so even people looking for plenty of volume are likely to leave satisfied.

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Tonkatsu Ima Nara, about a 5-minute walk from Nihonbashi Station and Namba Station, is a tonkatsu specialist in Osaka’s Minami area, where many popular spots are gathered.

The interior has a retro feel, and the friendly service is said to make it pleasant. It seems like a place anyone can drop by with ease.

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The tonkatsu made with Kagoshima pure black pork, Watanabe Berkshire, is said to stand out for its firm texture and sweet fat.

There are many kinds of set meals, and each comes with rice, cabbage, and tonjiru (pork miso soup) made with Watanabe Berkshire. They also offer carefully selected salt and an original sauce.

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Reviews often praise the Bara Katsu Rice bowl, which features bara katsu (pork belly cutlet) bound with egg.

The bara katsu has an irresistible crispy texture and rich fat, and it pairs perfectly with the soft, dashi-rich egg, making it so good that people finish it in no time.

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Tonkatsu Shiga, conveniently located within walking distance of Namba Station and Nipponbashi Station, is a restaurant where you can enjoy carefully prepared tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) in a calm interior with a wood based design.

Its appeal lies in its atmosphere, which feels removed from the bustle of Osaka, and it is said to be an easy place for anyone to drop by casually.

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They offer a wide range of tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) set meals made with brand pork, which you can enjoy with their special miso sauce and sauce. It comes with rice, cabbage, and tonjiru (pork miso soup).

One of the brand pork options is Miyazaki Prefecture's Imoko-buta, known for its clean fat and delicate texture. The photo shows the "Cheese Loin Cutlet Set Meal."

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The "Bara Katsu Rice bowl" served with tonjiru (pork miso soup) and asazuke (lightly pickled vegetables) seems to be a dish where you can enjoy the great pairing of egg and cutlet.

Under the rich, soft-set egg, thin slices of cutlet are hidden, and the meat's natural good flavor is said to come through without being overpowered by the dashi.

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Katsuno Takatsuki Ten, located near Takatsuki Station on the JR Kyoto Line in Takatsuki, Osaka Prefecture, is a tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) specialty restaurant that uses Domestic branded pork. It offers a full lineup of tonkatsu set meal menu items.

The interior, designed by a well-known designer from Hiroshima Prefecture, has a comfortable atmosphere with a touch of luxury. The restaurant is equipped with counter and table seating.

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The “Nichinan Mochibuta (brand pork from Nichinan)” used for the tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet) is a branded pork raised on a farm in Nichinan City, Miyazaki Prefecture, surrounded by rich nature.

It is known for its tender meat with no distinctive flavor, and the basics here are said to be the rosu-katsu (pork loin cutlet), full of the delicate taste of the fat, and the Tenderloin cutlet, with its fine texture.

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There are many set meal style tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) menus that come with free refills of rice, cabbage, and miso soup.

A nice touch is that they come with a set of carefully selected Kyo-tsukemono (Kyoto pickles). The Aimori-zen (set meal with two kinds of fried items), which lets you enjoy multiple fried dishes at once, is also popular.