Ponta Honke

Taito City · Tonkatsu · ¥¥¥

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Tempura-style tonkatsu

Ponta Honke is a storied tonkatsu restaurant in Ueno, operating since 1905. Known as one of the 'Ueno tonkatsu big three,' it's run by the fourth generation of the Shimada family. The shop specializes in light, fine-crumb breaded pork cutlets and uses a unique tempura-inspired frying method to keep them delicate and grease-free.

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When to go

Weekday lunch

Order the rosu for a lighter option.

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Opening hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:20 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:20 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:20 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:20 PM
  • Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:30 – 8:20 PM
  • Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, 4:00 – 8:20 PM

Hours can change. Check with the venue before you go.

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