Restaurant in Kumamoto, Japan
Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten
100Pearl PointsKumamoto Tonkatsu House
About Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten
A 50-year-old Kumamoto tonkatsu institution (Tabelog 100 since 2017) serving thick-cut Rokuhaku kurobuta pork cutlets at JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Walk-in only, 115 seats, family-friendly—solid execution without reservation drama, though noise levels spike after 7 PM weekends.
Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten is a Kumamoto venue with a verified price band of JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 and daily hours from 11 AM to 9:30 PM. For travelers exploring Our full Kumamoto restaurants guide, it is best understood through the confirmed basics: casual dress, accessible pricing, and regular all-week opening hours. It is also listed for Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026, but details beyond those verified points should not be assumed.
Why the Basics Matter Here
The confirmed information for Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten is straightforward: it is in Kumamoto, the listed price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, and the dress code is casual. The venue is open daily from 11 AM to 9:30 PM, which makes it a flexible option without needing to rely on unverified claims about service format, seating, payment methods, or specific menu items. If you are comparing it with other dining in Kumamoto, treat it as a casual, moderately priced stop rather than a venue defined by unconfirmed specialties or operational details.
How It Fits Kumamoto's Dining Spectrum
Within Kumamoto, Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten sits in a relatively accessible price band. Other venues you may compare include STEAK HOUSE Baron, BARON, Tsuru Hachi, Mexico Restaurant Toru Tacos, and cocina uchida, but no specific comparison on cuisine, price, atmosphere, reservations, or service should be inferred unless separately verified. The safest reason to shortlist Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten is the combination of Kumamoto location, casual dress, daily 11 AM–9:30 PM hours, JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 pricing, and its Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 listing.
Booking, Timing, and Atmosphere
Verified timing is simple: Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten is open Monday through Sunday from 11 AM to 9:30 PM. Dress is casual. Other operational details, including reservations, seating layout, payment methods, access, parking, wait times, last order, and accessibility, are not confirmed here and should be checked directly before visiting. Plan around the posted daily hours and the JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 price range rather than relying on unverified assumptions.
Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten is a grounded Kumamoto pick for travelers who want a casual venue with verified daily hours and a moderate listed price range. Its confirmed Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 recognition adds context, but the practical decision should rest on the basics that are verified: Kumamoto, casual dress, JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 pricing, and 11 AM–9:30 PM hours every day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten worth the price?
The verified price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. Whether it is worth it depends on your plans in Kumamoto, but it is a casual venue with daily 11 AM–9:30 PM hours and a Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 listing.
Can I eat at the bar at Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten?
Seating details are not verified here. Check directly with Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten before visiting if counter, table, or other seating arrangements matter to your plans.
Is Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten good for a special occasion?
The verified dress code is casual, and the confirmed price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999. For a special occasion, confirm the current atmosphere, seating, and booking situation directly before deciding. Other venues such as Tsuru Hachi, cocina uchida, Mexico Restaurant Toru Tacos, BARON, or STEAK HOUSE Baron may also be worth comparing based on your needs.
How far ahead should I book Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten?
Reservation policy is not verified here. The confirmed hours are Monday through Sunday, 11 AM–9:30 PM, so check the venue's official channels if booking or peak-time planning is important.
Does Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary and allergy information is not verified here. Contact Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten directly before visiting if you have dietary restrictions, allergies, or ingredient concerns.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Katsuretsu Tei Shinishigai honten?
A tasting menu is not verified here. The confirmed price range is JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999, with daily hours from 11 AM to 9:30 PM. Check directly with the venue for current menu formats.
Location
8-18 Shinshigai, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto, 860-0803, Japan
Kumamoto, Japan
Also Consider
- cocina uchida, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Tsuru Hachi, Tempura, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- STEAK HOUSE Baron, Notable alternative
- Mexico Restaurant Toru Tacos, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
- BARON, Notable alternative
At JPY 1,000–JPY 1,999 listed (closer to JPY 2,000–JPY 2,999 in practice), Katsuretsu Tei undercuts Kumamoto's mid-range competitors by a meaningful margin. cocina uchida (Spanish, JPY 4,000–JPY 4,999) and Tsuru Hachi (tempura, JPY 8,000–JPY 9,999) offer quieter, date-appropriate settings but demand two to four times the spend per person, worth it if ambiance matters, skippable if you prioritize protein volume and Tabelog credibility on a tighter budget. STEAK HOUSE Baron sits in the same price tier but serves smaller beef portions; tonkatsu here delivers more food per yen, though steak fans may prefer Baron's char-grilled edge.
Mexico Restaurant Toru Tacos (JPY 4,000–JPY 4,999) overlaps on price but skews younger and bar-adjacent, less practical for families or post-sightseeing meals. Katsuretsu Tei's 115-seat capacity and walk-in policy make it Kumamoto's easiest Tabelog 100 option to access without advance planning; Tsuru Hachi requires booking days ahead, and cocina uchida fills fast on weekends. For travelers prioritizing efficient, credible tonkatsu without reservation stress, this is the default choice, though groups seeking a quieter, more intimate meal should spend up for Tsuru Hachi or cocina uchida instead.
If you're comparing against Kyushu-wide tonkatsu specialists, Fukuoka's higher-end counters (e.g..know) deliver more refined, thinner-cut execution at double the price. Katsuretsu Tei's thick-cut, kurobuta-forward style suits travelers who want heft over delicacy, pick it for lunch between Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji Garden, then reserve your quiet, splurge dinner for BARON or another intimate Kumamoto venue.
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