A Thick-Cut Tonkatsu Specialist From Tokyo Lands in the South Bay
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A Thick-Cut Tonkatsu Specialist From Tokyo Lands in the South Bay
Tonkatsu Marushichi opened its first U.S. location in Torrance in early July, bringing its Tokyo-style thick-cut pork katsu to Los Angeles. The shop originated in Monzen-Nakacho and expanded to Fugakaza, Ginza, and other Tokyo neighborhoods. The Torrance menu focuses on three yaki katsudon sizes—a one-pound premium loin, a third-pound deluxe loin, and a half-pound tenderloin—plus a katsu sandwich and katsu curry. Condiments include wasabi, spicy mayonnaise, and a signature sauce, with green tea available. The pork features a pale pink interior from a longer, lower-temperature cook that preserves moisture. The Torrance shop is primarily take-out with minimal counter seating and is open daily 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
"Tokyo-based tonkatsu shop Tonkatsu Marushichi opened its first U.S. location in Torrance in early July, bringing its signature thick-cut pork katsu stateside for the first time. Founded in the Tokyo neighborhood of Monzen-Nakacho, Tonkatsu Marushichi specializes in thick slabs of tonkatsu with a crunchy panko coating, served as yaki katsudon on a bed of egg and rice - some even claim it to be the thickest katsu in Tokyo. Since opening, the restaurant has expanded to locations in Fugakaza, Ginza, and more."
"In Torrance, Tonkatsu Marushichi serves a straightforward menu with three versions of the signature yaki katsudon: a one-pound premium loin, a third-pound deluxe loin, and a half-pound tenderloin. The only other two options are a katsu sandwich and katsu curry. Sides comprise wasabi, spicy mayonnaise, and a signature sauce; green tea is available to drink. Tonkatsu Marushichi is also well-known for the pale pink interior of its pork, instead of the fully white core often found at other katsu shops."
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