Tsuzuku Review: Affordable Curry Katsu By Japanese-Singaporean Couple In Jalan Besar

When I was tasked to review Tsuzuku , a new stall at Berseh Food Centre , I was drawn towards their affordable tonkatsu sets, which are all priced below $10. Founded by Mayu Tanabe and her husband Daniel Guo, Tsuzuku has already garnered a loyal customer base despite opening less than a month ago. 20 Best Japanese Restaurants In Singapore That Won’t Burn A Hole In Your Wallet Food at Tsuzuku Currently, Tsuzuku’s menu predominantly features fried food, though the couple is planning on adding more dishes to their lineup soon. We opted for the Curry Katsu Set , which is the only dish that comes with Japanese curry.

Priced at $8.80 , the meal comes with thick tonkatsu slices, two pieces of breaded shrimp, and a generous serving of Japanese curry. Had I not known that the food came from a hawker stall, I could have easily mistaken it for restaurant fare. The tonkatsu boasted a glistening brown exterior and was slightly pinkish in the middle.

Each bite delivered a soft and satisfying crunch, and I dare say it was one of the crispiest tonkatsu I’ve ever tasted. As for the Japanese curry, it was uber creamy and flavorful, leaning towards the sweeter side.

Going to It as well came with soft chunks of potato and carrot that, a touch of sweetness to the dish. We as well tried the Minced Katsu Set ($7.80) , another one of their highly raved-about dishes.

Unlike the katsu curry set, this came with the salad served on the same plate, and a separate bowl of rice on the side. The minced katsu comprised a blend of ground beef and pork, and had a slightly grainy texture that reminded me of a Hamburg patty.

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Considering that everything is freshly prepared upon ordering, and that there are only two people manning the stall, the wait was understandable. Although the food centre was packed during our visit, there were plenty of seats to accommodate the bustling lunch crowd.

The verdict Despite the few minor misses we experienced here, I would still recommend it to fans of tonkatsu and Japanese curry. While the food here may be pricier than your typical hawker meal, I believe that the taste and quality of their food justify its cost. Address: 166 Jalan Besar, #02-33, Berseh Food Centre, Singapore 208877 Opening hours: Mon-Sat 11am to 8pm Tel: 8042 5542 Website Tsuzuku is not a halal-certified eatery. 11 Geylang Bahru Food Centre Stalls For Michelin-Approved Ban Mian And Old-School Western Fare Photos taken by Melvin Mak.