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KatsuOn

30 Nerang St, Southport QLD 4215, Australia

Recommended by 25 people

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30 Nerang St, Southport QLD 4215, Australia

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+61 406 939 875
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About KatsuOn

Gold Coast pork cutlet purists head straight to this Nerang Street haunt for authentic, thick-cut tonkatsu. Encased in a shattering golden panko shell, hearty cuts—including a hefty 300g loin and bone-in tomahawk—stay tender and deeply juicy. Diners get the full tableside ritual: grinding toasted sesame in a mortar and pestle before spooning on rich sauce, with sharp hits of fresh wasabi and pink salt on the side. Balanced by towering heaps of shredded cabbage, warm rice, and comforting miso, it delivers real teishoku comfort right through the final crunch.

  • Crisp Panko Cutlets: Thick pork loins, tomahawks, and chicken cutlets fried in crisp, golden panko.
  • Interactive Saucing Ritual: Grind your own sesame seeds tableside to combine with house sauce, fresh wasabi, and pink salt.
  • Hearty Teishoku Sets: Every main comes served as a generous set with hot miso, rice, and crisp shredded cabbage.
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Why Diners Choose KatsuOn

Traditional culinary craft, interactive tableside rituals, and generous complete sets bring genuine Japanese katsu culture to Southport.

  • Crispy Exterior with Juicy Pork

    Specialty preparation yields pork cutlets that feature a delicately crunchy exterior while preserving tender juiciness inside.

    The crispy coating and juicy meat made it a standout dish.

    Andy Tsang

  • Substantial Thick-Cut Portions

    Features substantial portions and specialty offerings like 300g loins and tomahawk cuts prepared to generous proportions.

    The pork is beautifully thick-cut, incredibly juicy and tender inside, with a light, crispy coating on the outside

    Jessie Park

  • Tableside Sesame Grinding Ritual

    Guests grind toasted sesame seeds directly at the table using a mortar and pestle to release aromatic oils for their sauce.

    The sesame seeds in the mortar and pestle was fun, and once the seeds cracked the aroma was delicious.

    Par Hwy

  • Customizable Dipping Seasonings

    Diners can tailor each bite using an array of complementary accompaniments, including fresh wasabi, pink salt, and truffle oil.

    Many dipping seasonings for you choosing when serve: Katsu Don sauce, sesame, oliver oil, pink salt and fresh wasabi.

    TONY DING

  • Hearty and Satisfying Fullness

    Generously portioned katsu sets complete with fluffy rice, shredded cabbage, and hot miso soup provide deep physical contentment.

    after finishing everything my belly was filled to the brim. The miso soup was a really nice touch as it washes down and warms up your belly as a finishing touch.

    Austin Nguyen

  • Authentic Sensory Transport

    Traditional execution and balanced flavors recreate genuine culinary experiences that transport diners straight back to Japan.

    When the food arrives, it's like you're transported to Japan!

    Mr LESOA

Signature Japanese cutlets and rice bowls prepared with authentic technique

  • Pork Tonkatsu

    The pork is beautifully thick-cut, incredibly juicy and tender inside, with a light, crispy coating on the outside — exactly how I remember a really good tonkatsu should be.

    Jessie Park

  • Chicken Katsu

    The chicken was super crispy on the outside and juicy inside, paired beautifully with fluffy rice and fresh, crunchy cabbage salad.

    Andrew Cong

  • Salmon Don

    Salmon Don is even better then Katsu Don. It is thick-cut and grilled, which creates extra fragrance but keeps the tenderness and freshness of salmon.

    TONY DING

  • Cheese Katsu

    one mate and the other mate got the cheese tonkatsu

    Par Hwy

Other favorites

Popular Japanese noodles, sides, and snacks to accompany your meal

  • Udon

    I’ve also tried the prawn katsu, cheese katsu and udon, and everything has been fresh, generous and beautifully presented.

    Jessie Park

  • Spicy Soba

    We tried the spicy soba as well and it is a refreshing cold noodle for the hot weather.

    Y T

  • Takoyaki

    Takoyaki is very good, huge meat inside.

    Mel K

  • Karaage Chicken

    Karaage chicken is good

    Mel K

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful tableside rituals and attentive dining touches that elevate authentic tonkatsu in Southport

  • DIY Mortar & Pestle Sesame Grinding

    Guests receive a miniature mortar and pestle at the table to crush whole toasted sesame seeds by hand before mixing them with tonkatsu sauce.

  • Curated Multi-Condiment Dipping Selection

    Meals are accompanied by a curated condiment board including fresh wasabi, Himalayan pink salt, olive oil, and specialty truffle oil for customized dipping.

  • Tableside Tasting & Pairing Guides

    Each dining table features written dining instructions guiding guests through recommended sequencing for dipping, sauce pairing, and cutlet enjoyment.

  • Dedicated Child-Friendly Table Settings

    For young diners, the restaurant provides designated child-friendly plates, cups, and utensils alongside in-house high chairs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What comes with a katsu set meal?

Sets are generously portioned and include your choice of katsu alongside rice, shredded cabbage salad, and miso soup. Diners can also customize their cutlet with interactive tableside condiments, including sesame seeds to grind with a mortar and pestle, tonkatsu sauce, pink salt, and fresh wasabi.

Is KatsuOn family-friendly for young children?

Yes, families with young children can easily dine here. While there is no dedicated printed children's menu, the restaurant provides IKEA children's cutlery, plates, cups, and high chairs, and kids frequently share add-on items like chicken katsu, plain rice, and mild curry or miso soup.

What are the parking and transit options?

Street parking is available right along the surrounding streets near the restaurant, which is situated on Nerang Street right next to the tram stop. Both free and paid street parking as well as free lot parking are available in the vicinity.

Can you reserve a table in advance?

No, KatsuOn operates on a walk-in basis and does not take table reservations. There is ample seating inside, though lunch and peak meal times can get busy.

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