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Tonkatsu

102/104 Wright St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

Recommended by 18 people

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102/104 Wright St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia

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+61 8 8410 2752
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Tonkatsu

Golden, airy panko cutlets shatter at first bite at this Wright Street spot, perched atop wire racks to keep every edge crisp. Diners come for the authentic teishoku spread—steamed rice, crunchy shredded cabbage, and sharp pickled daikon alongside piping hot bowls of miso soup. Squeeze bottles of roasted sesame dressing and dark tonkatsu sauce wait right on the table, while curry orders arrive with house gravy poured from dedicated side boats.

  • Elevated wire rack crunch: Crispy pork and chicken cutlets arrive on elevated wire cooling racks, keeping steam from softening the crust.
  • Free-flow tabletop sauces: Tables are stocked with self-serve roasted sesame dressing and savory tonkatsu sauce for dipping and slaw.
  • Pour-over curry service: Curry tonkatsu comes paired with house-made Japanese curry sauce served in a pour-over boat on the side.
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Why Diners Choose Tonkatsu

Thoughtful operational details and warm hospitality deliver an authentic Japanese dining experience.

  • Elevated Wire Cooling Racks for Lasting Crunch

    Cutlets are plated on an elevated metal cooling rack to keep steam from softening the panko, guaranteeing crunch through the entire set.

    The tonkatsu chicken was on a little cooling rack, to prevent it from getting soggy.

    Jenny

  • Self-Serve Tabletop Condiments and Dressings

    Dining tables feature free-flow house tonkatsu sauce and roasted sesame dressing, letting diners dress cabbage and cutlets freely to taste.

    surprised their sauces were free flow.

    S C

  • Curry Served in Pour-Over Gravy Boats

    Rich house curry is delivered on the side in a dedicated gravy boat rather than pre-ladled, preserving cutlet crunch and giving diners portion control.

    the curry tonkatsu with home made curry sauce served in a separate pour over gravy boat was exceptional.

    Edmund

  • Warming and Hearty Specialty Broths

    Slow-simmered, warming ramen broth options provide a deeply satisfying companion dish for comforting dining.

    my friend considers your ramen broth one of the best they've ever tried in adelaide!

    Dale

  • Transportive Japanese Dining Nostalgia

    Carefully matched tableware, highball selections, and authentic Japanese side sets reliably evoke memories of casual neighborhood dining in Japan.

    Coming here reminds me of being in Japan which is always a win for me!

    Sarah Adelaide

  • Welcoming Care and Attentive Hospitality

    Front-of-house hospitality is consistently considerate, providing genuine warmth and personal attentiveness to every diner.

    the staff were genuinely nice and welcoming, which always makes the experience even better

    Alex Vasek (Alex's Ace's)

Signature katsu sets and comforting noodle bowls prepared with authentic Japanese care.

  • Pork Loin Tonkatsu Set

    TONKATSU truly offers delicious and authentic Japanese style pork cutlets served with shredded cabbage, steamed rice, pickled daikon, and miso soup.

    Joseph Tuma

  • Tonkatsu Chicken

    The tonkatsu chicken was on a little cooling rack, to prevent it from getting soggy.

    Jenny

  • Curry Tonkatsu

    the curry tonkatsu with home made curry sauce served in a separate pour over gravy boat was exceptional.

    Edmund

  • Chashu Ramen

    Lots of Chashu in the Ramen with a silky smooth broth.

    Thuan Ngo

Before you head over

Essential dining advice for reservations, ordering, and tabletop condiments.

  • Book in advance for dinner

    Dinner queues can build quickly and exceed an hour during peak hours; booking a table in advance or arriving right around 6pm ensures prompt seating.

  • Order smoothly via QR code

    Orders are submitted via digital table QR codes, allowing you to easily browse meals, customisations, and drinks right from your seat.

  • Customise with tabletop sauces

    Table bottles of roasted sesame salad dressing and tonkatsu dipping sauce are self-serve, so you can dress your cabbage salad and season cutlets to taste.

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