Tonkatsu Tamafuji

Top choice in Waikiki


Katsu, the deep-fried Japanese cooking method that coats meats like pork and chicken in a perfectly crispy exterior made from panko bread crumbs. This bright and cheerful packs in crowds for some of O‘ahu's best. Choose your cut of pork and soon you're enjoying fabulous katsu with unlimited shredded cabbage and rice. Meat options include oysters, chicken and shrimp.

Call ahead to get your name on the waiting list, then walk over.


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