8 restaurants serving Tonteki, a specialty of Mie/ Tonteki（PorkSteak）| Introducing the definition of Tonteki（PorkSteak）

What kind of food is Tonteki（PorkSteak）?

`` Tonteki（PorkSteak）'' is a dish in which thickly sliced pork is stir-fried with garlic in a dark sauce and served with plenty of shredded cabbage. It is said that it was first served at a store in the downtown area of Yokkaichi shortly after the war.

In the beginning, `` Tonteki（PorkSteak）'' was served at Chinese restaurants and meat specialty restaurants, but it has gradually spread and is now a specialty dish that can be found at restaurants, izakayas, and other shops around Yokkaichi. have become. Another feature is that the seasoning and cooking method vary depending on the restaurant.

Definition of Yokkaichi Tonteki（PorkSteak）

According to the Yokkaichi Tonteki（PorkSteak）Association, the definition is as follows.

• ① Thickly sliced pork that has been sautéed
• ②Deep sauce is mixed with garlic​
• ③Comes with plenty of shredded cabbage​

If you want to taste Yokkaichi's traditional Tonteki（PorkSteak）, look for a restaurant that meets the above requirements.

8 recommended Tonteki（PorkSteak）restaurants in Mie Prefecture

There are many restaurants in Mie Prefecture where you can eat Tonteki（PorkSteak）, and this time we will introduce 8 carefully selected restaurants from among them.

*Store information such as business hours is as of the time of article publication (June 22, 2021). Please contact each store for the latest information.

Matsumoto's Rairaiken

Tonteki（PorkSteak）Tonteki in Yokkaichi, it is this "Matsumoto no Raraiken". This is a locally popular Chinese restaurant that Tonteki（PorkSteak）Tonteki since its establishment in 1978!

The most popular item on the menu is ``Dai Tonteki（PorkSteak）'', which is full of volume and contains 250g of domestically produced pork. This menu is also loved by locals.

​The secret to its popularity is not only its signature meat dishes, but also its extensive menu of noodles and rice dishes.

"The meat is soft and delicious!"
"His punch is strong, but his balance is surprisingly good."

I see many reviews saying that they are very satisfied with the meat quality and taste.

[Store name] Matsumoto no Raraiken
[Address] 2-7-24 YokkaichiCity Mie Prefecture 510-0836
[TEL] 059-353-0748
[Business hours] 11:00-14:00, 17:00-20:00
[Closed days] Mondays, Tuesdays, holidays
[Access by train] About 3 minutes walk from Ise Matsumoto Station on the Kintetsu Yunoyama Line
[Access by bus] About 2 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu Kawashima Line Matsumoto Station
[Official website] https://matumoto-rairaiken.com/
[Official instagram] https://www.instagram.com/matumoto_rairaiken/

Takakura

Ryuza is such a popular restaurant that the parking lot is often full even before it opens. Although it is a tonkatsu restaurant, they also serve Tonteki（PorkSteak）dishes.

You can choose the amount of pork in the single or semi-double version, and it comes with a tower-like pile of cabbage, so even the single dish is full of volume.

“The meat is very tender and the sauce is really delicious.”
"The meat made with marbled loin is deliciously fatty and tender."
"The garlic is sweet and steamy, making it delicious."

A storm of praise! It seems that the garlic used is from Aomori Prefecture.

[Store name] Takakura
[Address] 2-6-8 Akahori, Yokkaichi YokkaichiCity, Mie Prefecture 510-0826
[TEL] 059-358-3322
[Business hours] 11:30-13:30, 17:30-19:30
[Closed] Wednesday, Thursday
[Parking] Available
[Access by train] Approximately 7 minutes walk from Akahori Station on the Kintetsu Nachi Line
[Access by bus] About 2 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu Higashihino Yokkaichi Bus Minato Line 01 Tokiwa Agricultural Cooperative
[Official website] None

Ureshino PA down food court

The food court on the outbound side of Ureshino PA has a wide variety of menu items using Matsusaka meat.

The signature menu is the Matsusaka beef bowl, but Tonteki（PorkSteak）set meal is also one of the popular menu items.

"The original sauce mixes well with the pork cuts and is delicious."
“The sauce is also excellent!”

It is well received. The sauce seems to have stewed pork, garlic, tomatoes, and onions.

[Store Name] Ureshino PA Down Food Court
[Address] 186 Ureshino Yakuojicho, MatsusakaCity Mie Prefecture, 515-2355
[TEL] 0598-42-6570
[Business hours] 8:00-19:00
[Closed days] Open all year round
[Parking] Available
[Note] There is a Plat Park that can be accessed from the general road.
[Access by train] Approximately 29 minutes walk from Gongenmae Station on the JR Meimatsu Line
[Official website] https://www.iseshimaskyline.com/itemview/template29_9_475.html

Restaurant Kazu

``Restaurant Kazu'' is a restaurant that serves Tonteki（PorkSteak）, ramen, udon, rice bowls, and more.

The most popular Tonteki（PorkSteak）set meal has a lot of garlic and is thick pork, so it is very filling!

You can enjoy the light taste by adding the lemon that comes with it.

"Since it looked black, I thought it would have a pretty strong flavor, but it wasn't as strong as it looked and was delicious."
“The amount of garlic is incredible!”

It has received many positive reviews.

"Restaurant Kazu" has eight stores in Mie Prefecture, located in KuwanaCity, YokkaichiCity City, KomonoTown, TsuCity, MatsusakaCity, and TamakiTown. *The store information below is the Kinjo store in Yokkaichi.

[Store name] Restaurant Kazu Kaneba store
[Address] 6-2 Kanabacho, Yokkaichi City, Mie YokkaichiCity 510-0074
[TEL] 059-334-0382
[Business hours] 11:00-20:00
[Closed days] Irregular holidays (same as Wing Kanaba store)
[Access by train] Approximately 8 minutes walk from Akuragawa Station on the Kintetsu Nagoya Line
[Access by bus] About 5 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu Hazuyama Line 01 Kanabacho
[Official website] http://www.alphaservice.jp/index.html

NEMU GOLF CLUB

The restaurant ``Greenside'' at the NEM Resort Golf Course is located on the second floor of the clubhouse, and is a panoramic restaurant with a panoramic view of the starting hole and driving range.

The restaurant is famous for its chef-designed menu that uses plenty of fresh, high-quality ingredients.

“Toba International Hotel Seafood Thai Style Curry”
"Domestic eel hitsumabushi"

While there are luxurious menus such as,

"Yokkaichi Specialty Stamina Tonteki（PorkSteak）"
“Local Ise Ise-Udon and Tekone Sushi”

We also offer Mie's local cuisine.

This Tonteki（PorkSteak）is a hearty dish with plenty of vegetables!

“It has a rich Worcestershire sauce flavor that goes really well with rice.”

It is well received.

[Store Name] NEMU GOLF CLUB Restaurant GREEN SIDE
[Address] 2692-3 Sako, Hamajimacho, Shima ShimaCity, Mie Prefecture 517-0403
[TEL] 0599-52-1103
[Business Hours] Lunch time is not fixed as this restaurant is reserved for golf players only and reservations are required. Last lunch is 14:00
[Regular holidays] Irregular holidays
[Access] Buses and taxis (free of charge) available from Kintetsu Shima Line Kashijima Station (reservation required)
[Official website] https://www.nemuresort.com/nemugolf/facilities/restaurant.html

Mie Country Club

A restaurant attached to the Mie Country Club, where you can play golf in an area rich in nature. Lunch while looking out at the foot of Mt. Suzuka is said to be exquisite.

The chef's recommended tonteki set is a hearty and stamina menu! The refreshing scent of the lemon that comes with it spreads through the air, and the tonteki is soaked in the flavor of the sauce, which goes well with the rice.

Even non-golfers can come to the store, and the food is well received, with people saying, ``It was very tender, juicy, and delicious.''

[Store name] Mie Country Club
[Address] 7190 Chigusa, Komono-cho, Mie KomonoTown 510-1251
[TEL] 059-392-3161
[Business hours] Undefined
[Regular holidays] Irregular holidays
[Access] Approximately 5 minutes by taxi from Kintetsu Yunoyama Onsen Station, approximately 3 minutes by car from Komono IC
[Official website] https://www.mie-cc.co.jp/

Ramen-chan Asa Nihon branch

“Ramen-chan Asahikawa” is a ramen shop famous for its delicious Tonteki（PorkSteak）.

The hearty and hearty pork Tonteki（PorkSteak）is a masterpiece made with pork shoulder loin steam-grilled with garlic and lard!

“It has a strong flavor due to the strong sauce and garlic, but it goes really well with rice!”
"The tonteki with plenty of Worcestershire sauce and the cabbage are also delicious."

There are many comments confirming its popularity.

[Store name] Ramen-chan Asahi store
[Address] 262-1 obuke, Asahi-cho, Mie-gun, AsahiTown Prefecture, 510-8102
[TEL] 059-377-2228
[Business hours] Lunch 11:30-15:00, Dinner 18:00-24:30 (17:00-24:30 on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) *30 minutes before LO closing time
[Regular holiday] No holidays
[Access] Approximately 8 minutes walk from Ise Asahi Station on the Kintetsu Nagoya Line
[Official website] http://www.rarmen-chan.com/

Ichiraku

Founded in 1972, Ichiraku is a Chinese restaurant loved by locals. The store is located right next to Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station.

The famous `` Tonteki（PorkSteak）Set Meal'' is full of volume and has an overwhelmingly fragrant flavor that is the secret to its popularity.

Ichiraku's specialty is that they use carefully selected shoulder roast every day and sauté it in a special soy sauce.

“The sweet and salty seasoning is extremely delicious, and the cabbage soaked in the sauce is also delicious.”
“The meat is tender, and the garlic and sweet sauce goes well with rice.”

There were many comments praising the deliciousness of the sauce and the tenderness of the meat.

[Store name] Ichiraku
[Address] 10-2 Suwa Sakae YokkaichiCity, Yokkaichi City, Mie Prefecture 510-0086
[TEL] 059-352-5073
[Business hours] Lunch 11:00-14:30, Dinner 16:30-21:00
[Closed] Thursdays (temporary closures may apply)
[Access] Approximately 3 minutes walk from Kintetsu Yokkaichi Station
[Official website] None
[Note] Business hours may change. Please contact the store directly for details.

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Tonteki（PorkSteak）in Mie Prefecture, has different tastes even at famous authentic shops, so you can enjoy the taste of each shop.

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