Zuicho is a renowned katsu-don eatery situated in the bustling neighborhood of Shibuya. A mere 10-minute walk from JR Shibuya Station, the restaurant is located in proximity to the NHK Broadcast Center and the Tokyu Shibuya Main Store. Concealed in a building, it is imperative to keep a vigilant eye so as not to miss it. The establishment is compact, boasting only 8 counter seats.
The menu is limited to a single dish, "katsu-don," with the sole variation being the size of the rice served (small, regular, or large). Traditionally, "katsu-don" comprises katsu that is enveloped in egg, however, at Zuicho, the katsu is served atop a bed of egg. Prepared upon ordering, the katsu is delectably crisp and succulent. The ambiance of the restaurant is enhanced by the mouth-watering aroma of frying katsu and the accompanying sizzling sounds.
The katsu used in the "katsu-don" is lean pork loin that is firmly pounded prior to frying, resulting in slices that are relatively thin. The in-house sweet and savory sauce is applied generously, ensuring that it permeates the katsu and rice.
In addition to the katsu-don, customers are served a side of miso soup and pickled daikon.
平日でもピークの時間帯では店外に20人前後の長い列ができ、最大で30分待つこともある。4席分のカウンターが2つ、計8席の狭い店内だが整った内装で清潔感がある。メニューはカツ丼(1000円)、ビール(500円)のみで、着席時にご飯の量を大中小から選ぶことができる。5分前後で蓋のされたカツ丼が出てくるので、店内に入ってからは早い。 Quote from Google Map Review
