Marugo

Established in 1975, Marugo is a beloved Akihabara institution famous for its premium pork cutlets (tonkatsu). Carefully selected pork stands out for its sweetness, tenderness, fine texture, delicate flavor, and juicy richness. With perfectly crispy breading, each cutlet demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, earning Marugo recognition as a Bib Gourmand restaurant in the Michelin Guide Tokyo.

The "Special Roast Cutlet (Toku Rosu-katsu)" and "Special Fillet Cutlet (Toku Hire-katsu)"—both thickly sliced and cooked slowly at a low temperature—require extra preparation time but are absolutely worth the wait. The pork’s center is finished gently to a beautiful rosy pink hue, bursting with savory juices complemented perfectly by the crisp coating. Set meals, such as the "Fillet Cutlet Set" and "Roast Cutlet Set," come with rice, red miso soup, and pickled vegetables.

Each table offers a selection of condiments, including their special house sauce, salt, and mustard, allowing guests to customize flavors and enjoy every bite to their preference.