MAISEN Tonkatsu Restaurant Launches New Menu Items
New Japanese concepts are popping up all over the metro and I’m always on the lookout for a new favorite. MAISEN Tonkatsu in BGC has just introduced three new iterations of the classic tonkatsu and I was more than happy to indulge.
![Maisen Tonkatsu](https://i2.wp.com/ishmeetsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/272D5913-0642-40F9-B0D3-5FAE2E86DC58.jpeg?resize=723%2C723)
aburi cheese katsuni
I am personally not a fan of having my tonkatsu in its classic form. The cutlet plus simple sauce combination just doesn’t cut it for me. I always go for the sweet, savory and saucy katsudon. The new ABURI CHEESE KATSUNI is basically a katsudon topped with lots of melty cheese. I mean seriously, how can you go wrong with that? It may seem odd at first, but adding cheese to classic dishes has been a big trick that the Japanese and Koreans have been exploiting in recent years.
![Maisen Aburi Cheese Katsuni](https://i2.wp.com/ishmeetsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_4514.jpeg?resize=723%2C964)
katsu doria
Since we are talking about cheese, another new menu item at MAISEN is loaded with cheddar and mozzarella. The Katsu Doria is a traditional tonkatsu that’s served on top of special curry rice, cream and cheese.
Frankly, this dish is super rich. I could probably only finish half and keep the rest for later. You’ll do well to order something tart and fresh alongside this indulgent dish.
![Maisen Katsu Doria](https://i2.wp.com/ishmeetsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_4511.jpeg?resize=723%2C964)
pork hamburg
This reminds me of a classic meatloaf. A slab of tender minced pork is doused in a generous demi-glace that really makes you want to order some extra rice. The hamburg itself is very tender and the sauce is a little on the sweet side. This will be a sure hit with the kids.
![Maisen Pork Hamburg](https://i1.wp.com/ishmeetsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_4523.jpeg?resize=723%2C964)
All the new menu items can be ordered a la carte or as a set meal with refillable rice, cabbage, jelly, pickles and miso soup.
What’s even better about the MAISEN branch in BGC? There’s a full bar! Bombay Sapphire is available here and they just launched a line of gin and tonic variations that are perfect for the summer heat!
![Bombay Sapphire gin and tonic](https://i2.wp.com/ishmeetsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_4475.jpeg?resize=723%2C964)
![Bombay Sapphire gin and tonic](https://i0.wp.com/ishmeetsworld.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/IMG_4492.jpeg?resize=723%2C964)
The refreshing cocktails go really well with the rich food! I especially liked the combination of the sweet, creamy dishes alongside the citrusy and slightly bitter cocktails.
See the full menu on Zomato: