Yabaton
Yabaton is Nagoya's go-to for authentic miso katsu, offering a signature dish of crispy pork cutlet with rich red miso sauce.
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Yabaton
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Yabaton is Nagoya's go-to for authentic miso katsu, offering a signature dish of crispy pork cutlet with rich red miso sauce.
"This place is famous for serving miso katsu, a true local specialty, and it definitely lived up to the hype!"
Beat the Crowds
Visit off-peak or opt for counter seats to minimize wait times. Consider takeout if lines are long.
Try the Signature Dish
Don't miss the 'Waraji Tonkatsu', a popular choice among locals and tourists for its unique flavor.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Miso Katsu
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+81 50-5494-5369
Address
名鉄百貨店本館 9階, 1 Chome-2-1 Meieki, Nakamura Ward, Nagoya, Aichi 450-0002, Japan
Website
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Authentic Miso Katsu
Experience Nagoya's signature dish: a crispy, tender pork cutlet smothered in rich, savory red miso sauce.
Generous Portions & Refills
Enjoy hearty meals with ample servings, including complimentary rice and cabbage refills.
Friendly and Efficient Service
Dine with ease thanks to attentive staff who take your order while you wait and serve promptly.
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Beat the Crowds
Visit off-peak or opt for counter seats to minimize wait times. Consider takeout if lines are long.
Try the Signature Dish
Don't miss the 'Waraji Tonkatsu', a popular choice among locals and tourists for its unique flavor.
Embrace the Local Flavor
Experience Nagoya's culinary heritage with their renowned miso katsu, made with traditional Hatcho Miso.
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from all over the internet
Beat the Crowds
Visit off-peak or opt for counter seats to minimize wait times. Consider takeout if lines are long.
Try the Signature Dish
Don't miss the 'Waraji Tonkatsu', a popular choice among locals and tourists for its unique flavor.
Embrace the Local Flavor
Experience Nagoya's culinary heritage with their renowned miso katsu, made with traditional Hatcho Miso.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Yabaton is celebrated for its authentic Nagoya-style miso katsu, featuring crispy pork cutlets drenched in a rich, savory red miso sauce. Diners consistently praise the delicious flavors and generous portions, often noting the complimentary rice and cabbage refills. While the food is highly recommended, expect to encounter queues, especially during peak hours, though many find the wait worthwhile for this local specialty.
"When we arrived at Yabaton, there was a huge queue that even extended to the stairs. Honestly, if it wasn’t a highly recommended spot, we probably would’ve passed. But knowing we had to try it while in Nagoya, we decided to wait, and we’re glad we did!
A nice touch while waiting, a staff member handed us an English menu and took our order. So by the time we were seated, our food arrived almost immediately with no extra delay.
The food was absolutely great, flavorful, satisfying, and definitely worth the wait. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Nagoya!"
Vytautas Majauskas
"One of Nagoya’s specialties – red miso pork cutlet.
The red miso sauce was absolutely delicious, rich and flavorful. However, the pork cutlet I had had some chewy sinew in parts, and the coating was not the best as it turned soggy quite quickly.
This restaurant is on level 9 of Meitetsu Department Store, the same floor as the famous Maruya Honten. We waited about 30 minutes on a Saturday night.
I initially wanted to eat hitsumabushi at Maruya Honten, but the queue there was estimated at 90 minutes, and it took us some time to find it because the location on Google map was wrong (it stated B1, but actually at 9th floor)."
Leh Ping
"Tried Misokatsu Yabaton in Nagoya and it was fantastic! This place is famous for serving miso katsu, a true local specialty, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The pork cutlet was crispy and tender, and the rich, savory red miso sauce was packed with flavor—unlike anything I’ve tried before. A must-try if you’re in Nagoya and want to experience an authentic local dish done right!"
Richard C
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yabaton is renowned for its signature dish, Miso Katsu, which is a deep-fried pork cutlet topped with a rich, savory red miso sauce, a specialty of Nagoya.
Yes, Yabaton is very popular and often has long queues, especially during peak hours. However, some reviewers note that orders are taken while waiting, so food arrives quickly once seated.
Yes, like many Japanese restaurants, Yabaton offers free refills for rice and shredded cabbage with their meals.
The 'Waraji Tonkatsu' is a popular large-sized pork loin cutlet at Yabaton, often recommended for its unique flavor and generous portion.
At the table, you can find condiments like mustard and ground sesame seeds to adjust the taste of your Miso Katsu.
Yabaton has multiple branches, with several located near Nagoya Station, making it easily accessible for travelers.
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Yabaton is a famous misokatsu chain restaurant which many tourists knows. “Waraji tonkatsu” is a yabaton’s popular dish. It is a large sized pork loin cutlet.
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