Tenchijo Gunki Chicken Katsu. This day they had breast, thigh, and an option to add knee meat. Best eaten with mustard and soy sauce. We lined up at 10:30 and were second in line, with about 20 people by opening time. If you line up early, you can wait seated, so it's recommended to go early. It was delicious, thank you for the meal! ( *´艸｀)

I went to a tonkatsu restaurant for the first time and ordered their special loin cutlet. It had a satisfying texture with high-quality meat, perfectly fried, served with rice and a top-notch miso soup with tofu. If it were allowed, I would eat this every day. It makes me want to maintain my health just to enjoy this dish.

Tonkatsu Nanaido in Gaienmae, a long-awaited visit with the #BibGourmandExplorers. This is our 15th stop this year on the #TabelogTop100 list for tonkatsu. The tonkatsu here is tender, sweet, and juicy, and the rice and miso soup are also delicious without cutting any corners. I heard that Yakitori Imai is involved, so next time I'll try the chicken katsu. #TonkatsuNanaido #GaienmaeGourmet #MichelinBibGourmand #MichelinTokyo #MichelinGuide #LookingToConnectWithFoodies #LookingToConnectWithTonkatsuLovers #TokyoGourmet #Tonkatsu #MichelinGuide #MichelinBibGourmand #BibGourmandistAssociationChairman ©️

A slightly stylish high-end tonkatsu restaurant. There are both counter and table seats, but the table seats are arranged side by side for seating. Both the loin and fillet are delicious. They are tender and easy to eat. They also offer takeout, and it is possible to take just the tonkatsu home.

Visit date: August 24, 2023 (Thursday) lunch Instagram: @mash_foodstagram Official LINE: https://lin.ee/AQBeKIP Located in front of Gaienmae, "Tonkatsu Nanaito" is a tonkatsu restaurant run by Mitsufumi Imai, the owner of the renowned yakitori restaurant "Yakitori Imai". As a specialist in chicken, their unique "Chicken Katsu" has become a popular menu item at the tonkatsu restaurant. - Order details - ◉ Tensho Jidori Chicken Katsu Set (2,280 yen) ◉ Chicken Katsu (700 yen) The Tensho Jidori Chicken Katsu Set includes a mix of thigh and breast meat, and we also added a single order of Chicken Katsu. The thigh meat is juicy with dripping meat juices and a chewy texture that bursts with the umami of chicken in your mouth. It's incredibly delicious! The breast meat is moist without any dryness, and the more you chew, the more flavor comes out. Both are of such high quality that it's hard to choose a favorite, and they are different from any other chicken katsu I've had before. The rice, an essential part of the set, is shiny and slightly chewy, cooked in a feather pot, which I personally really enjoyed. A restaurant that serves delicious rice is always a big plus. The free refills of rice, miso soup, and cabbage are also a very appreciated service. Overall, it was a highly satisfying lunch experience.

I found out about this place through a review by Mairebi-san and I've been wanting to go for a while. When it came to deciding where to have lunch, my daughter on summer vacation said she wanted to eat fried food, so we came here. We arrived after the opening time at around 11:30. The first round of customers had already been seated, and the owner asked us, "It might be around 12:15 for the second round, is that okay?" We were fine with that from the beginning. We bought our meal tickets first (using a machine we had never seen before) and then went back to wait in line. There were chairs, a fan, drinks, and even parasols prepared for the waiting line, showing such a high level of hospitality. This impression continued inside the restaurant as well. When it was our turn, we were seated. The system was to use one table per person, with a basket for our belongings. The owner said, "I'll bring your beer right away, you can even drink it outside, actually." The husband working in the kitchen added, "You can drink it while waiting." This led to a conversation with other customers, creating a nice atmosphere in the restaurant. The owner mentioned that the husband is from the neighboring Imazawa. Imazawa also seemed nice. The atmosphere in the restaurant was just wonderful throughout our time there. And the food was delicious. We ordered a Heartland beer for 600 yen, which came in a bottle. This beer allowed us to drink it outside as well. After sweating a lot, the refreshing taste of Heartland was perfect. The thin glass used for the beer was also nice. We were served a pickled vegetable appetizer. The saltiness of the pickled Chinese cabbage was delightful. We ordered the Tenjogun chicken cutlet set for 2,280 yen. It included both breast and thigh meat. I usually prefer chicken with a bit more texture, so I was happy that it was made from Tenjogun chicken. The fluffy rice was delicious from the start. The miso soup that arrived with a wonderful aroma was also tasty, with large pieces of tofu. The main dish, the chicken cutlet, had a crispy coating that was visibly appealing. The flavor and juiciness of the thigh meat were excellent, as expected from Tenjogun chicken. The aroma and taste were just as satisfying. Moving on to the breast meat... it was so tender and moist. The coating was exceptionally delicious. It was not too thick, and there was no greasy feeling, making the chicken even tastier. The cabbage was cut into the perfect size, easy to eat, and perfectly drained. There was nothing to complain about. The pickled vegetable was brought to us again, and I thought to myself, "I will definitely come back." There were also several foreign customers, so the staff explained in English about the baskets for belongings. The staff were attentive, even checking the doneness of the dishes for other customers, showing exceptional service. They handled unreasonable orders with grace, such as children ordering dishes without rice or a group ordering only children's meals. I think they should specify that one set must be ordered per person. The husband and wife team created a warm and friendly atmosphere by observing the customers and engaging in pleasant conversation. The hospitality was outstanding. My daughter saw someone else order the "special sirloin" and said, "Oh no, we were supposed to share that!" So next time, we'll try the special sirloin. I will definitely visit again. Thank you for the wonderful meal.

On Friday afternoon, there were two waiting customers. The counter and tables for two were good, but not suitable for large groups. There was cold tea and a slightly shady chair outside, which was appreciated. The menu said that chicken was popular, so I felt like trying the Izu free-range chicken set meal. It was a bold choice due to the price, but I decided to take the risk. The adventure was a great success! The owner's thoughtfulness and smile were both top-notch.

It's August 2023, and I came to Gaienmae in search of the chicken cutlet I missed out on a week ago due to a slow start. I arrived at the store 15 minutes before it opened and managed to slip in during the first round. The fact that they provide fans and cold tea for customers waiting in line is already impressive, but on this day, they even had prepared parasols, although they were pink in color. Apparently, black parasols are expensive, so they didn't bother getting those. As for the restaurant profile, it goes without saying that you can enjoy delicious chicken cutlets made from the meat of the famous Tenshiki Gunki chicken, as it is operated by a neighboring yakitori shop. I pressed the button for the chicken cutlet set meal on the vending machine and entered the store. The chicken cutlet that day consisted of breast meat, upper thigh, and lower thigh. They referred to them as upper and lower thighs. If this much variety of chicken cutlets were served at a regular set meal restaurant, I might get tired of them, but at Nanaito, each part has a different taste, so you never get bored. Especially the breast meat, which I tried before and found delicious, was still great this time. The crispy coating encases the moist breast meat, allowing the juices to seep out. I couldn't resist ordering the minced cutlet, and I'm glad I did. It has a different pork flavor compared to the chicken cutlet. The rice, transferred to a wooden tub, retains its glossy appearance, and it's so good that you can eat a whole bowl of rice on its own. Of course, I asked for a refill. I also asked for a refill of cabbage. I just had to have the chicken cutlet I waited in line for. But maybe next time, I'll try the pork cutlet. It was a delicious meal.

Next to Sotokoen-mae, next to Yakitori Imai, is "Tonkatsu Shichido," which has been selected as a Bib Gourmand in the Michelin Guide Tokyo for four consecutive years since 2020. This restaurant also has many days when it is closed, so I hadn't been able to go there, but I took advantage of the Obon holiday and lined up in the scorching heat. The interior of the restaurant is small, so it's hell to have to line up outside. I stood in line for nearly an hour from 11:30, and finally got in, but the popular special loin cutlet was sold out. I had the loin set meal instead. The condiments on the table are sauce, soy sauce, and salt. Personally, I like to eat with salt, so I ate about 80% with salt, but the loin's fat is sweet, and the meat is surprisingly refreshing, so soy sauce is also recommended. The staff at the restaurant were also very nice, and it was a lovely place. Thank you for the meal.

-Tenjo Nogata Chicken 3080 yen -Takezuru hot sake 700 yen It's almost Obon so I made a reservation and went there! They now offer a choice of chicken dishes even during evening hours, but... evening hours will be discontinued on August 15th haha. There were two young staff members helping out, they seemed a bit inexperienced. Are they really going to stop evening hours? Overall, it was a recommended meal. Thank you for the delicious food! ლ(´ڡ`ლ)

I visited the Bib Gourmand award-winning restaurant around 12:45 on a weekday and was able to enter smoothly. I ordered the top loin set meal for 2,400 yen and the chicken a la carte for 500 yen. The top loin had a fluffy coating with a slightly sweet and rich taste, and the meat was refreshing, so it paired excellently with soy sauce and mustard. The chicken was also tender and juicy, with a strong and popular flavor. I would like to visit again. Thank you for the meal.

I made a reservation and went to "Tonkatsu Nanaito" for dinner. The main purpose this time was to try the chicken katsu made with Amagi Jidori chicken. The night operation is reservation-only, so we were able to smoothly sit down without waiting in line, which was a great system. Unfortunately, it seems that they will temporarily stop the night operation after August 15. The chicken katsu comes in three types: breast, thigh, and leg, and the texture of the cut surface is so beautiful that it's mesmerizing! When you taste the katsu, each type is on a different level, with excellent flavor, juiciness, and elasticity of the meat, perfectly cooked. With a touch of their special salt, sauce, or soy sauce, the taste is so exciting and impressive that you can't help but smile! The quality of the rice and miso soup is also high, making it the best chicken katsu set meal in Japan! It's a very good restaurant!

I visited the restaurant a little after the opening time in the afternoon. As expected, the inside was full, but there were only three groups waiting in line ahead of me. Despite it being midsummer, there was consideration shown by placing the waiting line in the shade, which gave a good impression of not being arrogant about their popularity. I was very satisfied with the thick-cut pork cutlet with just the right amount of breading. It's one of the charms of a specialty shop to hesitate on which condiment to use for each piece.

The chicken cutlet here is really delicious! I arrived at 11 o'clock on this day, thinking I would be at the front of the line 30 minutes early, but people started lining up one after another. Truly popular! I ordered the chicken cutlet, of course! This time I tried three types (breast, thigh, oyster meat)! They are really delicious. The breast is moist and tender, incredibly delicious. It's incomparable to others. The thigh is tender in a different way, incredibly juicy. Delicious. The oyster meat has a great elasticity, and the more you chew, the more flavor comes out. I like this one too. The rice and miso soup are also delicious. I even had seconds, including the cabbage! Not only the taste, but the hospitality is also wonderful. The service is polite and makes you feel comfortable and focused on your meal. They are a popular restaurant with a line, but they provide a fan, a sunshade, and cold tea outside for the waiting customers. A thoughtful gesture for the hot summer. From the waiting time to leaving, it was a pleasant dining experience until the end!

It was a late lunchtime, so there was only a short wait to get in, which was lucky. I ordered the hirekatsu, and it was amazing! The thick pork cutlet was lightly breaded, crispy, and juicy. Eating it with salt really brought out the natural flavor of the meat and the quality was evident. The cabbage and rice were refillable, making me very happy. I will definitely go back!

I was disappointed that the chicken cutlet I wanted was sold out, but I ended up ordering a set of pork cutlet and minced cutlet instead. When I hesitated about the juices overflowing from the minced cutlet, I was recommended to break it with chopsticks on top of the rice. I was so impressed by this lovely suggestion and the service.

I found out that the restaurant closes after night business, so I hurried to go before it closed. They only operate on weekdays. I was happy that they had evening hours, but I didn't want to wait in the hot sun, so I made a reservation for the evening business. The Chicken Cutlet Set with Amagi Jidori Chicken costs 3080 yen. It seems a bit more expensive than during the day. I'm glad I didn't have to wait in line. I enjoyed it with a beer. The frying time varies depending on the part of the chicken. The thigh was overflowing with delicious chicken juices, and the breast was moist. It really changes your idea of chicken cutlets. The evening business is temporarily closed due to a lack of successors. It seems challenging for the chef to handle everything alone at night, especially if some customers don't drink alcohol. The chef mentioned that he is thinking of a different approach for the evening business, so I'm looking forward to their next move!

I visited this restaurant at night. It was busy with customers coming one after another, and they had to turn away some due to being fully booked, so it is recommended to make a reservation in advance. The owner of the restaurant is very friendly and engages in conversation with customers. I ordered a set of pork cutlet and chicken cutlet. You need to choose the menu when making a reservation online. The rice was shiny and delicious. The owner kindly asked if I wanted a rice refill, and even offered to wrap it up if I couldn't finish it. The pork cutlet had a crispy coating and tender meat, and despite the generous portion, I ended up asking for more rice. I enjoyed trying different flavors with salt and sauce. I will definitely come back to this place. Unfortunately, they will stop serving dinner in mid-August, so I plan to visit for lunch next time.

I searched for a popular restaurant and as it had been hot days, it was more convenient to take a taxi from Yoyogi rather than the train. There were about 4 groups of customers ahead of me. It was my first time and I didn't know the system, so I lined up without knowing. A lady who seemed to be the owner kindly told me to buy a meal ticket first. I was about to buy too much, but she also gave me advice on the portion size. They even provided chairs, tea, and a parasol while waiting, which warmed my heart. When it was my turn, I could see the cooking process from the counter seat, which was nice. The tonkatsu was incredibly delicious for the price, it was impressive and reasonably priced. Personally, I think it's normal for good quality to be expensive, but the pricing here is without complaint. I will definitely visit again when I'm nearby.

The popular restaurant with long lines even in the scorching sun is serving delicious white pork cutlets. I arrived at 11:15 and was the fourth person in line, but managed to get in after one round. I ordered the pork loin cutlet set meal along with a side of chicken katsu. The food was sizzling hot and incredibly tasty! This tonkatsu is on a whole other level - the oil used is so good that it doesn't leave you feeling heavy. No need to worry about summer fatigue, this meal is satisfying. I will definitely be coming back!

I visited during lunchtime and ordered the chicken cutlet set. Both the breast and thigh meat cutlets were delicious. The thigh meat was juicy and the breast meat was tender, allowing me to enjoy the different textures. The coating was crispy without being too heavy, which was a pleasant surprise. It may be crowded during lunchtime, but the taste is definitely worth it. Give it a try!