Cutlet Matsumura
Nakamura, Nagoya
Restaurant in Nagoya, Japan
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Price
JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A 10-seat tonkatsu counter inside Nagoya Station's Dai Nagoya Building, earning three consecutive Tabelog 100 selections for French-trained technique and a wine program rare in the category. Reservations open two weeks out, weekday lunches offer the easiest access at JPY 2,000–2,999 base price.
About Cutlet Matsumura
Cutlet Matsumura is a Nagoya venue with verified public details that are concise: the listed price range is JPY 2,000–2,999, the dress code is smart casual, hours are posted for both midday and evening periods every day. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 recognition.
Beyond those confirmed points, Pearl does not have verified details on the room layout, booking window, chef background, menu structure, payment methods, address beyond Nagoya, or beverage program. Treat any highly specific claims about seat count, counter format, pairings, station access, or average spend as unverified unless confirmed directly with the venue.
What the Verified Details Show
Verified hours are consistent across the week: Monday through Sunday, 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. The confirmed price range is JPY 2,000–2,999. Because more detailed service notes are not verified here, diners should check directly with Cutlet Matsumura for current availability, last orders, any day-to-day changes before traveling.
The dress code is smart casual. Pearl does not have verified information on private rooms, child policies, party-size limits, allergy accommodations, take-out, delivery, or drinks, so those details should not be assumed.
How It Fits the Tabelog 100
Cutlet Matsumura is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 list. The practical confirmed details remain straightforward: Nagoya location, JPY 2,000–2,999 price range, smart-casual dress, daily midday and evening hours.
Because reservation rules, walk-in availability, parking, payment methods are not verified in the available data, plan conservatively and confirm directly before visiting. The restaurant is open daily from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM according to the verified listing.
First-timers should base expectations on the confirmed facts rather than unverified details about seating, technique, or pairings. If Cutlet Matsumura is full or not the right fit, diners can consider other allowed Nagoya options such as TANAKA YAKINIKU RESTAURANTE, Tsubameya Dainagoya birudingu ten, Solo Pizza Napoletana Da Lucio Nagoya eki ten, New Old Style Niku Soba Keisuke Dainagoya birudingu ten, or Setsugekka Nagoya, depending on what they are looking for. Explore more dining in our full Nagoya restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒450-6403 Aichi, Nagoya, Nakamura Ward, Meieki, 3 Chome−28−28番地１２ Dai Nagoya Building, 3階
- Website
- katuretumatumura.jp
- Phone
- +81 52-433-1915
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Cutlet Matsumura presents a focused, culinary-first approach that marries Japanese tonkatsu tradition with European technique. The description highlights a French chef and a creative sensibility, so the restaurant reads as an elevated take on a classic comfort dish rather than a casual chain. Emphasis on careful cooking suggests precision in the kitchen and an attention to detail in execution. The listing on Tabelog and the note about no smoking underline a polished, diner-focused environment where the food is the main attraction and refinement matters as much as familiarity.
Best For
This place is best for diners who come specifically for well-made tonkatsu and those curious about a cross-cultural, chef-driven interpretation of a Japanese staple. If you appreciate pork cutlets executed with French technique and a creative touch, Cutlet Matsumura is aimed squarely at that audience. The Tabelog presence with photos and reviews also makes it useful for visitors researching the dish beforehand. Given the focused menu identity, it’s especially well suited to individuals or small groups who want to center a meal around a signature cutlet experience.
Ordering Tips
When you’re planning a visit, prioritize the establishment’s signature cutlets—the description explicitly promotes ‘carefully cooked cutlets created by a French chef,’ so the house preparations are the highlight. Consult the Tabelog entry for menu photos and user reviews to preview portioning and set options before you go. Note that the venue is described as non-smoking, which is helpful for diners sensitive to smoke. Beyond that, avoid expecting an extensive multi-course format; the copy emphasizes a concentrated, creative take on tonkatsu, so ordering the featured cutlet preparations is the sensible starting point.
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒450-6403 Aichi, Nagoya, Nakamura Ward, Meieki, 3 Chome−28−28番地１２ Dai Nagoya Building, 3階 · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Tsubameya Dainagoya birudingu ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- New Old Style Niku Soba Keisuke Dainagoya birudingu ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Solo Pizza Napoletana Da Lucio Nagoya eki ten, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 - JPY 999
- Setsugekka Nagoya, Notable alternative
- TANAKA YAKINIKU RESTAURANTE, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999, JPY 10,000 - JPY 14,999 JPY 4,000 - JPY 4,999
Restaurant context
Among Nagoya Station's Dai Nagoya Building options, the pricing tiers separate quickly. Tsubameya Dainagoya birudingu ten and New Old Style Niku Soba Keisuke Dainagoya birudingu ten both run JPY 1,000–1,999 for lunch and dinner, offering faster turnover and traditional formats without the wine program or French technique. Solo Pizza Napoletana Da Lucio Nagoya eki ten sits in the same budget range but shifts to Neapolitan pizza, making it the better choice for groups who want variety over category depth. If you're willing to spend more for yakiniku with private rooms and a broader menu, TANAKA YAKINIKU RESTAURANTE runs JPY 10,000–14,999 at dinner and JPY 4,000–4,999 at lunch, offering more flexibility for large parties and special occasions.
The Tabelog 100 recognition sets this venue apart from the building's other casual dining options, but the counter-only format and wine focus make it a narrower fit. If you want the fastest, cheapest tonkatsu near Nagoya Station, the budget options deliver better value. If you want to see what French technique does to breading and frying, you're comfortable with a 60–90 minute counter experience, this is the only choice in the building with that combination. Setsugekka Nagoya offers a different high-end approach if kaiseki appeals more than tonkatsu, though booking difficulty and price both rise significantly. For most visitors, the decision comes down to timing: book here if you want Tabelog-recognized tonkatsu with a wine program, or walk into Tsubameya if you want a faster, lower-cost cutlet without the counter commitment.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Cutlet Matsumura?
Pearl does not have verified information on whether Cutlet Matsumura has bar or counter seating. Confirm seating details directly with the venue before booking or visiting.
Is Cutlet Matsumura good for a special occasion?
It may suit diners looking for a smart-casual meal in Nagoya with a verified JPY 2,000–2,999 price range. Pearl does not have verified details on ambience, private rooms, children’s policies, or special-occasion services.
What should a first-timer know about Cutlet Matsumura?
The verified basics are: Cutlet Matsumura is in Nagoya, the price range is JPY 2,000–2,999, the dress code is smart casual, hours are listed daily as 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. More specific details should be confirmed directly with the venue.
Is Cutlet Matsumura worth the price?
The verified price range is JPY 2,000–2,999. Whether it is worth it depends on what you want from the meal; Pearl can verify the price range, smart-casual dress code, daily hours, Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 recognition, but not detailed menu or service specifics.
What are alternatives to Cutlet Matsumura in Nagoya?
Allowed Nagoya alternatives to consider include Tsubameya Dainagoya birudingu ten, TANAKA YAKINIKU RESTAURANTE, Solo Pizza Napoletana Da Lucio Nagoya eki ten, New Old Style Niku Soba Keisuke Dainagoya birudingu ten, Setsugekka Nagoya. Check each venue directly for current pricing, hours, availability.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cutlet Matsumura?
Verified hours list both midday and evening periods every day: 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. Pearl does not have verified information showing a menu, price, or format difference between the two periods.
