I forgot whether it was on TV or in a magazine, but there was a brand of pork called "Dorobuta" that was introduced. They mentioned that these pigs are stress-free and raised freely in Tokachi, Hokkaido. There are limited places where you can eat this "Dorobuta," and when I was researching, I found out that you can try it at Kitchen Gorilla. I thought I wouldn't have the opportunity to go eat there... But then, due to a sudden trip to Kyoto during the late summer vacation affected by a typhoon, I thought, "What should I eat?" and decided to go to Kitchen Gorilla, a carnivorous Western-style restaurant. The location is about a 5-minute walk from the Eizan Main Line Mototanaka Station in a residential area. If you take the bus, get off at the Kyoto Station, take the Kyoto City Bus No. 206-K, and get off at the Eizan Mototanaka Bus Stop, which is also about a 5-minute walk away. This time, I had the Hamburg (pork) 150g for 1,100 yen (including tax) and the Kansuke's pork shoulder steak (produced in Obihiro, Hokkaido) 250g for 2,300 yen (including tax). Just look at the cross-section of this steak!! It's irresistible. The perfect grilling, the soft and melting sensation in your mouth, I can't find the right words to describe it. The saltiness was also perfect, and although I tried the mustard and soy sauce provided together, it was best to eat it as it is. It's pure bliss. I also had a bite of my wife's hamburger, which was robust and tasted like enjoying meat in a rough and hearty way! When I ordered, I was told that it would be cooked with 100% pork and have a sausage-like firmness, but it turned out just as described, allowing me to savor a substantial "meat." The miso soup served with rice was like pork soup and was a perfect accompaniment, delicious. I would like to revisit when I travel to Kyoto again. Thank you for the meal (^人^).

I usually fill up on chunks of meat, but today I tried the Mille-Feuille Katsu and Beef Menchi Katsu for the first time. The Mille-Feuille, rolled up after taking the order, was soft and juicy. I enjoyed dipping the Menchi Katsu in plenty of mayo sauce. Both were delicious!

Tengu Kurobuta Pork Loin Steak for 1,950 yen. Visited at 11:40 am on a weekday, with a rating of 3.50 on Tabelog. Parking available for 2 cars. Entered the restaurant and within 5 minutes it was full with a line forming. The atmosphere inside was calm and cozy. The pork was incredibly tender and delicious, almost unbelievable that it was pork.

We visited the restaurant again. My wife and I ordered the pork steak and hamburger, respectively. Both dishes allowed us to fully enjoy the taste of the meat, making it a satisfying lunch. We will definitely visit again in the near future.

I had the lunch set with pork hamburg, beef hamburg, and a bite-sized pork cutlet. It seems like pork is the main ingredient here, with dishes like pork steak and cutlet. The pork hamburg had a strong and delicious flavor! It was like a firm sausage, a unique dish. True to its name, the restaurant had many gorilla paintings and small figurines inside.

It was my first visit to a high-quality and cost-effective restaurant. I arrived around 11:30 on a weekday and about 80% of the seats were already taken. After struggling with the menu options, I decided to order the Butabuta Roast Steak. The meat was a beautiful pink color, and had just the right amount of fat, spreading a sweet taste in my mouth. Although it was a bit pricey at 2300 yen, I was very satisfied. The high quality of the pork used was evident. I also tried a bit of the hamburger, which was made without breadcrumbs and tasted like a Western-style sausage. Thank you for the delicious meal.

Delicious. I was hungry and needed to relieve stress, so I ordered an extra 50g. Satisfied. The restaurant was bustling with energy. The phone kept ringing non-stop. The chef was constantly grilling. There was a slight increase in prices due to frustration towards society. They should raise it even more.

I visited this place for the first time in about 10 years. Among the appealing menu items like hamburg steaks, I chose the Bourguignon-style beef stew. Oh, it was such a luxurious lunch! The meat was undoubtedly carefully selected by the chef, and the cooking, balance with garlic, compatibility with rice, and overall value for money were all outstanding. I will definitely visit again soon, Master.

Pork steak 250g for 1,300 yen with garlic soy sauce flavored rice and miso soup included. On weekdays at 1 PM, there was a line of one group ahead of me at Gorilla-san, where I had to give up last time due to a 7-8 person wait on a holiday. Today, there was only one group ahead of me, so I lined up without hesitation. While waiting outside, a staff member brought me the menu. I was pondering when a young couple lined up behind me. The staff member came and apologized, saying they were fully booked with reservations after me today. I was the last for lunch! Lucky me. It seems today is the graduation ceremony at Kyoto University. Graduates reserved to have their final meal here. It's popular, I'm glad I came! After being seated at the counter inside, I waited for about 5 minutes. Thick-cut pork steak!! It was so thick! You can choose between garlic soy sauce and balsamic sauce. The fatty part of the steak was sweet and delicious! The cabbage and assorted vegetables were also tasty. The meat was just average, not as special as I expected for a pork steak... I might have had too high expectations. The garlic soy sauce was really delicious. The rice and miso soup were to my liking. By the way, the miso soup had green onions and burdock as ingredients. Next time, I'd like to try the pork mince 100% hamburger without any fillers! Thank you for the meal!

While playing with my friends, we suddenly realized it was almost 8 o'clock! In a panic, we searched on Tabelog and found a highly rated restaurant nearby! We had to go there! The meat was tender and delicious. There were mostly students, or maybe everyone was a student. I had the pork steak with balsamic vinegar sauce, which came with miso soup and rice.

The grilled Tanba chicken (1,100 yen) was meticulously prepared and cooked slowly. The skin was crispy while the inside was incredibly juicy. The chicken was tender, springy, and soft, with a hint of sweetness from the oil used. It was a delicious meal. It had been a while since my last visit, and I noticed there was a short wait outside with a few groups, indicating that its popularity has been growing year by year.

I visited on a weekday at 6:36 PM. It was full, so I waited for about 5 minutes at the entrance. Another couple arrived behind me and had to wait outside. I ordered the 250g hamburger set for 1100 yen including tax. The rice bowl arrived at 6:59 PM. The 250g hamburger was surprisingly packed and made with 100% pork without any fillers! It was dense but not too tough, with a good texture. It went beyond the dimension of whether it was pork, mixed, or beef. The aroma of coarse black pepper was wonderful and it was delicious. They served 120g of rice, which was just the right amount. It looked like there was about 150g visually. The amount of ingredients in the miso soup was quite moderate, which was helpful! The density of the hamburger was so high that if the miso soup had been full of ingredients, I might not have been able to finish it. It was great that there was no salad dressing, as the hamburger was strong, making it feel balanced.

I checked Tabelog and was drawn to "Obihiro Doro Buta," so I decided to go. The restaurant was located in a quiet residential area, but it was bustling with customers coming in one after another. They were very efficient in taking orders from those waiting for a table, serving the dishes as soon as seats became available. Regular customers were greeted by the manager and the staff worked seamlessly together. The highlight was the "Doro Buta" pork steak, which had the perfect balance of sweetness from the fat and tenderness of the meat. They also offered spicy soy sauce, but I enjoyed the dish as it was. The side vegetables included shredded cabbage and steamed vegetables, showing attention to detail. The miso soup was delicious, although I found it a bit too strong for my taste. I would definitely like to visit this restaurant again. Thank you for the meal.

The day after a heavy snowfall, with snow still on the roads, I went to Gorilla-san. They had options for 200g and 250g, but when I asked, they said I could have more, so I happily upgraded to 300g. It was very satisfying. I left with a full stomach, trying to resist sleepiness on the way home.

Happy New Year! This was my first visit of the year, and I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious the fillet was. The fillet was flavorful and the portion size was impressive at 200g. While the sirloin is good too, I really enjoyed the fillet. Surprisingly, the vegetables at this restaurant are also delicious. I highly recommend them. I'm already thinking about whether to choose the hamburger, fillet, or sirloin this year.

A diner in a residential area. Many customers are students. There are two parking spaces available. Ordered a 250g pork steak with garlic soy sauce for 1300 yen. The meat is thick and tender. Free rice refills. Satisfying and delicious. The hamburger is also recommended, said to be firm without any fillers.

I went to eat the pork steak. It was quite crowded around 12:30, so had to wait, but it seemed smoother for those who came around 13:00. It was my first time eating this kind of pork steak. It was very tender and cut crisply. I also liked the seasoning. The vegetables that came with it were very delicious, and I felt grateful for the flavors alone. It was quite a satisfying portion. Satisfaction ==========

During this season, the pork was lean, so the tonkatsu was extra thick at 30mm+. The fried cutlet stood upright on its meat side. The meat isn't red, so even those who don't like it rare can enjoy it. It's tender and you can eat a lot. It must be good quality meat. It was delicious!

Number of visitors: 3 people Approximate amount spent: around 1300 yen Reservation: available Parking: available Atmosphere: Suitable for solo diners, couples, families with children, not ideal for large groups or friends gathering for lunch. Looking for a place to have lunch with friends, this restaurant was recommended. When I called, they quickly accepted our reservation even though it was lunchtime. Upon arrival, there was a line outside the restaurant, so I thought it was a good idea to call ahead for a table. There is a parking lot nearby that you can use. Inside the restaurant, it was bustling with solo diners at the counter and families. The timing of the dishes coming out seemed a bit slow, with few chefs cooking and the waitstaff being quite busy. The menu offers chicken, pork, and beef dishes, including shrimp fry. I ordered the pork cutlet this time. Many customers seemed to be ordering the hamburger steak. My friend ordered the hamburger steak, and when I tried a bit, it was the opposite of a soft and juicy hamburger, more like a densely packed meatball. It was crispy on the outside, perfectly cooked with a slightly pink center. The accompanying sauce was also very delicious. The shrimp fry that I ordered as a side dish was very tasty, with a juicy interior. The restaurant was constantly busy with customers coming in, and the small space was always lively. I could tell it was a popular lunch spot for locals. It was delicious, and I will definitely come back. Thank you for the meal.

This is a Western-style restaurant located in a quiet residential area. The gorilla at the storefront is a unique feature. The hamburger set is priced at 1,100 yen and comes with rice and miso soup. You can enjoy a one-of-a-kind hamburger made without any fillers. The hamburger has a firm sausage-like texture, giving it a very distinctive taste. Seasoned with salt and pepper, the focus is clearly on the meat. If I were to nitpick, the large size of the hamburger may make you crave some flavor variation halfway through. The miso soup had a rich pork flavor, which was nice. Thank you for the meal.

Visited around 1 pm on a holiday after a long time. There were 2 groups waiting, but we were able to be seated quite quickly as customers left one after another. Next to us were four girls from China (Taiwan?). They seemed to be high school or college students and were chatting non-stop, which was impressive. The shoulder loin steak was well-seasoned with salt and pepper, and just adding mustard made it delicious enough. There were only two people in the kitchen and no floor staff, so it seemed quite challenging.