01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Situated on the 1st floor of the LaLa Terrace Minami-Senju shopping centre, Tonkatsu Shinjuku Saboten combines an eat-in dining room with a takeout counter. The compact space features both counter and table seating, allowing diners to enjoy freshly fried, crisp cutlets straight from the kitchen.
A core staple on the menu is the aged Sangen mugi-buta pork loin cutlet, coated in fresh panko breadcrumbs for a crisp, light texture that highlights the natural flavour of the meat. Those preferring a leaner, tender cut can opt for the fillet cutlet, while other comforting variations include simmered katsudon bound with egg or a bento paired with spiced curry.
The lineup also features combination bentos featuring fried prawns and crab cream croquettes, as well as standalone items such as Hokkaido-grown Kita-akari potato croquettes, fried chicken, and shredded cabbage. From a brisk lunch between errands to picking up dinner on the way home, it serves as an easy, everyday destination.
