Food, Lifestyle, Travel & Photography: Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu One Holland Village

Monday, July 27, 2026

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu One Holland Village

For dinner, we headed to Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu at One Holland Village, a Japanese restaurant that specialises in gyukatsu instead of the usual pork or chicken katsu. This unique concept immediately caught our attention, as premium beef takes centre stage here. Each cutlet is lightly coated with a crisp golden crust while keeping the beef tender and juicy inside, offering a refreshing twist on the traditional Japanese katsu experience.

Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu

Stepping into Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, we were immediately greeted by a vibrant mural that stretches across the back wall of the restaurant. Filled with colourful illustrations inspired by Japanese culture and Kyoto landmarks, it adds a lively touch to the otherwise minimalist interior. Combined with the warm wooden furnishings and cosy seating, the restaurant offers a welcoming atmosphere that makes it an enjoyable place to relax and savour a satisfying Japanese meal.

Interior of Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu One Holland Village

The restaurant embraces a contemporary Japanese aesthetic with warm wooden furnishings and clean, minimalist décor. Soft lantern lighting creates a cosy ambience, while the spacious seating layout ensures a comfortable dining experience even during busy meal periods. The combination of traditional Japanese design elements and modern touches gives the restaurant an inviting atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for casual meals with family and friends.

Contemporary Japanese-inspired dining interior at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu in One Holland Village, featuring warm wooden furnishings, lantern lighting, and spacious seating.

Modern Japanese Interior at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu

What sets Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu apart is its meticulous preparation of the beef cutlet. Each cutlet is quickly fried at a high temperature to achieve a crispy golden crust while preserving the beef's natural flavours and juicy, medium rare centre. To further enhance the experience, every set comes with a selection of sauces and condiments, allowing diners to customise each bite with different flavour profiles. It's this attention to detail and commitment to quality that makes their signature gyukatsu the restaurant's pride and joy.

Signature gyukatsu beef cutlet at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu, featuring a crispy golden exterior, tender medium rare centre, and assorted sauces and condiments for dipping.

Signature Medium Rare Gyukatsu Beef Cutlet

As an additional dish, we ordered the Wagyu Gyukatsu, and it was well worth it. The beautifully marbled Wagyu beef featured a light, crispy coating while remaining wonderfully tender and medium rare on the inside. Every bite delivered the rich, buttery flavour and melt-in-your-mouth texture that Wagyu is renowned for. Served with grated daikon in ponzu sauce and a touch of wasabi, the accompaniments enhanced the beef's natural sweetness without overpowering its delicate flavour. This is a must-order for anyone looking to indulge in a premium gyukatsu experience.

Wagyu

We ordered the Sirloin and Tenderloin Gyukatsu Zen, a hearty set meal that lets you enjoy two premium cuts of beef in one serving. The lightly breaded beef cutlets were perfectly crisp on the outside while remaining tender and juicy with a medium rare centre. The set was accompanied by Japanese rice, miso soup, a rich umami onsen egg, freshly shredded cabbage, fresh wasabi, and citrus sauce with grated Japanese radish.

Close-up of sirloin and tenderloin gyukatsu featuring crispy golden breading, juicy medium rare beef, shredded cabbage, and fresh wasabi at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu.

Sirloin & Tenderloin

To customise every bite, the meal also came with a selection of condiments, including dashi soy sauce, sansho pepper salt, and the restaurant's signature gyukatsu sauce. Each pairing brought out a different dimension of the beef, making every mouthful a unique and enjoyable experience.

Sirloin and tenderloin gyukatsu set meal with Japanese rice, miso soup, onsen egg, shredded cabbage, fresh wasabi, dipping sauces, and assorted condiments at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu.

Sirloin and Tenderloin GYUKATSU ZEN - $29

The Sirloin and Beef Tongue Gyukatsu Zen is perfect for those looking to try something different. Although I was initially hesitant about the beef tongue, it turned out to be surprisingly tender with a pleasant bite. Paired with the juicy sirloin, it made for an enjoyable and unique meal.

Sirloin and beef tongue gyukatsu set with rice, miso soup, onsen egg, shredded cabbage, and dipping sauces at Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu.

Sirloin and Beef Tongue GYUKATSU ZEN - $32

If you're looking for something beyond the usual pork or chicken katsu, Gyukatsu Kyoto Katsugyu is well worth a visit. The perfectly crisp yet juicy beef cutlets, variety of premium cuts, and assortment of dipping sauces make every bite enjoyable. Whether you're a first-timer or a beef lover, this is a satisfying Japanese dining experience that I'd happily return for.