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, and weekday lunches offer the easiest access at JPY 2,000–2,999 base price.
About Cutlet Matsumura
Cutlet Matsumura is a Nagoya venue. The price range is JPY 2,000–2,999, the dress code is smart casual, and hours are for both midday and evening periods every day. It is also listed in the Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 recognition.
Information is not available for the room layout, booking window, chef background, menu structure, payment methods, address beyond Nagoya, or beverage program.
Details
Hours are consistent across the week: Monday through Sunday, 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. The price range is JPY 2,000–2,999. For current availability, last orders, and any day-to-day changes, diners should check directly with Cutlet Matsumura before traveling.
The dress code is smart casual. Information on private rooms, child policies, party-size limits, allergy accommodations, take-out, delivery, or drinks is not available.
How It Fits the Tabelog 100
Cutlet Matsumura is associated with the Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 list. Details include: Nagoya location, JPY 2,000–2,999 price range, smart-casual dress, and daily midday and evening hours.
Reservation rules, walk-in availability, parking, and payment methods should be confirmed directly before visiting. The restaurant is open daily from 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM.
First-timers should check details about seating, technique, or pairings with the venue. 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.
Venue details
Ambiance
Small, special-occasion-feeling dining room with a refined, chef-driven atmosphere and an intimate 10-seat layout.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Today's Low-Temperature Selected Pork Fillet Cutlet
- Smoked Pork Fillet Cutlet
- Matsumura Miso Cutlet
- Sea Bream Fillet Cutlet
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Japan, 〒450-6403 Aichi, Nagoya, Nakamura Ward, Meieki, 3 Chome−28−28番地１２ Dai Nagoya Building, 3階
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, and 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?
Is Cutlet Matsumura good for a special occasion?
It may suit diners looking for a smart-casual meal in Nagoya with a JPY 2,000–2,999 price range. Details on ambience, private rooms, children’s policies, or special-occasion services are not available.
What should a first-timer know about Cutlet Matsumura?
Key details: Cutlet Matsumura is in Nagoya, the price range is JPY 2,000–2,999, the dress code is smart casual, and hours are daily: 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 price range is JPY 2,000–2,999. Whether it is worth it depends on what you want from the meal; the price range, smart-casual dress code, daily hours, and Tabelog 100 - Tonkatsu - 2026 recognition are available, 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, and Setsugekka Nagoya. Check each venue directly for current pricing, hours, and availability.
Is lunch or dinner better at Cutlet Matsumura?
Hours list both midday and evening periods every day: 11 AM–3 PM and 5–10 PM. Information showing a menu, price, or format difference between the two periods is not available.
