GRUB | Katsu Curry x Saku Tonkatsu x Fairview Slopes

Fairview Slopes—(July 28, 2019) Saku, the very popular Japanese tonkatsu house known for its trademark deep fried breaded pork cutlets (loin or fillet) and set meals, officially opened its second, already bustling new location on West Broadway near Cambie Village recently after a long soft opening period.

ebi hotate katsu curry (jumbo prawns and wild scallops)

For the unaware, different traditional Japanese katsu dishes generally come with some sort of breaded meat cutlet (usually pork) deep fried and served with a refillable rice bowl, tonjiru (pork miso soup), shredded cabbage and optional curry or other add-ons.



Beyond the classic tonkatsu pork dishes, Saku also offers chicken cutlets (thigh or breast), prawns (ebi), scallops (hotate), tofu, seasonal vegetables, potato croquettes, and even deep fried cheese—it's gimmicky but pretty good.

chicken thigh katsu curry (with ebi/prawn)

I'm partial to a well-cooked piece of fried chicken combined with a good curry and Saku's version mostly lives up to the hype. Unsurprisingly, the different trademark pork tonkatsu options were nicely delectable, especially the special black miso katsu for a little flavour twist.

Interior by Emily Danylchuk Design

I found Saku's various deep fried offerings and combination set meals all very pleasing and expertly made and served with all the expected Japanese details including attentive, friendly service.

cheese katsu (aged mozzarella wrapped with thinly sliced pork)

Saku's second location is now officially opened with its full menu available and decor completed.


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