Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu – Kyoto beef cutlet chain opens new outlet at Parkway Parade

Japanese beef cutlet chain Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu expanded its presence in Singapore with a new branch at Parkway Parade. The brand originated in Kyoto in 2014 and now have dozens of locations globally. It specialises in gyukatsu, a dish where deep-fried breaded beef cutlets arrive medium-rare on a tray. Diners can customize the final doneness using small personal grills at each table.

Quick Answers

What is gyukatsu and how does it differ from tonkatsu?
While tonkatsu uses pork, gyukatsu uses cuts of beef. The meat undergoes quick deep-frying at high heat for precise timing, leaving the exterior crispy and the interior medium-rare. Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu provides helpful information on how to enjoy their beef cutlet.

How much does a meal cost at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu?
Lunch sets start from just under $20 and include unlimited refills of rice and finely shredded cabbage. These set meals feature a variety of beef cuts, seafood, and vegetables. À la carte mains begin at $25. All prices stated on the menu are subject to GST and a service charge.

Does the restaurant offer options for children?
The menu features dedicated set meals for children under 10 years old. Options include the A5 Japanese Wagyu & Aussie Sirloin Curry ($15), the Minced Wagyu Children’s Set ($12), and the Chicken Karaage Children’s Set ($9).

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu in Parkway Parade

The new Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu restaurant is located on the ground floor of Parkway Parade, close to the main entrance facing Marine Parade Road. It sits within a cluster of food and beverage outlets in the mall’s recently revamped corner, which formerly housed Starbucks and KFC.

The restauarnt has the typical casual Japanese diner look. The interior features light wood finishes, clean lines, and traditional fabric dividers. Dining tables come equipped with mini grills, condiment bottles, and laminated cards explaining the recommended eating techniques.

Menu of Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu

The menu is quite straightforward. Diners can choose their preferred beef cutlet from options such as sirloin, chuck, tenderloin, tongue, or Wagyu. The menu also features Yasai Katsu (vegetable cutlet) and Seafood Katsu. Combination sets are available. A selection of traditional Japanese side dishes is also offered, including chicken karaage, onsen eggs, and miso soup. Below are a few screenshots from the digital menu.

Lunch Sets and Mochi

We ordered 2 lunch sets and a dessert. Both lunch sets came with bowls of steamed white rice and miso soup, alongside complimentary refills of rice and shredded cabbage.

Sirloin & Salmon Lunch Set

The Sirloin & Salmon Lunch Set ($19.90) had a combination of beef and seafood. The sirloin cutlet arrived thinly breaded with a red centre. We were told the beef was cooked to medium-rare, and that we could finish it to our preferred level of doneness using the small tabletop grill. Searing the meat for a few seconds on each side released its rich juices. We tried cooking it to various levels of doneness, but liked the beef best at medium or medium-well.

There was a variety of dipping sauces provided – including dashi soy sauce, sansho pepper salt, standard brown gyukatsu sauce, citrus ponzu, Kyoto-style curry dipping sauce, and fresh wasabi.

It was an interesting and enjoyable way to experience the Kyoto beef cutlet.

The accompanying salmon cutlet featured a golden panko crust enveloping a slice of fish. It was prepared so that the outer edges of the salmon were well cooked, while the centre remained sashimi-like, offering a very soft interior which provided a contrast to the light crispness of the crust.

Sirloin & Yasai Lunch Set

The Sirloin & Yasai Lunch Set ($18.80) paired beef cutlets with deep-fried seasonal vegetables. Our meal included fried pumpkin, lotus root, and eggplant alongside the sirloin cutlet. The vegetable batter stayed crisp without retaining excess oil.

A side bowl of grated radish in dashi provided a cool contrast to the hot fried items.

Dessert

For dessert, the Mochi ($3.50 for two pieces) featured two handcrafted rice cakes. One piece displayed a rounded blossom shape with a yellow centre, while the second resembled an eggplant with a green leaf detail. The rice dough had a soft texture with light sweetness, offering a gentle conclusion to the meal.

Enjoyable Lunch

We enjoyed our lunch at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu in Parkway Parade. The beef cutlets were excellent, and the selection of dipping sauces allowed us to vary the flavours throughout the meal. The lunch sets are reasonably priced. The bright, airy space offers comfortable seating. Although the menu is limited, we would gladly return should we fancy gyukatsu again.

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu also has outlets in Raffles City and One Holland Village.

Ratings:
Food: 4
Service: 3
Value: 3
Atmosphere: 3
Overall Rating: 3 TOPs

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu
#01-11, Parkway Parade, 80 Marine Parade Road
Singapore 449269

Opening Hours: 11.00 am to 10.00 pm

Nearby MRT Station: Marine Parade (TE26)

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