Ganso Gyukatsu in Pasay: Serving Japan’s Famous Deep-fried Beef Cutlet
Craving something crispy and juicy? Take a look at Gyukatsu, the delicious twist on the classic tonkatsu! Instead of pork, gyukatsu uses beef cutlets, lightly breaded in panko, fried until golden, and typically served rare. What makes it extra fun? You get to finish grilling it to your preferred doneness on a mini stone grill right at your table. Now if that sounds like your kind of meal, then head over to Ganso Gyukatsu at MOA Square, Pasay!
IMAGE from Ganso Gyukatsu
Complete with Japanese-inspired interiors, DIY grilling, and generous sets that come with all the fixings, Ganso Gyukatsu lets you cook your own premium beef cutlets such as tenderloin, striploin, or wagyu right at your table using individual grills, just like in Motomura’s Japan branch. The minimalist interior, bamboo lanterns, and shoji-style decor exude clean, authentic vibes.
IMAGE from Ganso Gyukatsu
Ganso Gyukatsu’s menu is a savory showcase of Japanese comfort food, with its Signature Striploin Gyukatsu Set (starts at Php 748 for 130g) taking center stage. This meal includes premium beef cutlets (sourced from Australia, the U.S., or Japan), crisp cabbage salad, seasoned short grain rice, miso soup, and your choice of sauces and condiments like matcha salt or yakiniku sauce. Flavorful extras like curry sauce (Php 70) and onsen egg (Php 70) will surely elevate your set.
Here’s a handy tip: to keep your cutlet from sticking to the grill, ask staff to add oil or gently move the meat while cooking. Many diners found this helpful.
For starters, don’t miss the Enoki Mushroom Chips (Php 268), which is deep-fried battered enoki mushroom, perfect for snacking or as appetizer.
Enoki Mushroom Chips / IMAGE from Ganso Gyukatsu
Ganso’s gyudon (Php 348) is a rice bowl packed with savory sliced beef and onions simmered in a slightly sweet sauce. Add on gyoza (Php 228), agedashi tofu (Php 228), or chicken karaage (Php 268) for a heartier meal.
Guydon / IMAGE from Ganso Gyukatsu
And to end your meal on a sweet note, the coconut sorbet (Php 100) and mochi kinako (Php 120) are refreshing and light.
Whether you’re craving a taste of Japan or looking for a fun, flavorful dining experience in Manila, Ganso Gyukatsu in Pasay delivers crunch and oomph in every sizzling bite!
