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Mr. J Restaurant

12/261 Warrigal Rd, Runcorn QLD 4113, Australia

Recommended by 31 people

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12/261 Warrigal Rd, Runcorn QLD 4113, Australia

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+61 7 3341 0591
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Mr. J Restaurant

Mr. J Restaurant turns out golden, shatteringly crisp katsu elevated on metal wire mesh to preserve its crunch. Cutlets arrive tender and ungreasy, whether you opt for juicy hirekatsu, hefty king prawns, or sweet potato and cheese. Each set brings a small pestle and suribachi bowl to grind your own toasted sesame seeds right at the table before blending them into the house tonkatsu sauce. Patrons often skip the standard dip altogether, pairing bites with drops of white truffle oil and a pinch of salt alongside chilled shredded cabbage and warm miso soup.

  • Wire-Rested Crunch: Elevating fried pork and seafood on raised wire mesh keeps the golden panko crumb crisp from first bite to last.
  • Tabletop Sesame Ritual: Tables come set with mini suribachi grinding bowls for sesame seeds, flanked by specialty salt and white truffle oil.
  • Generous Traditional Sets: Complete sets feature generous cuts alongside shredded cabbage salad, rice, and comforting miso soup.
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Why Choose Mr. J Restaurant

Authentic Japanese cutlets crafted with golden crispness, interactive sesame rituals, and complete comforting sets.

  • Crispy, Juicy Cutlets Without Greasiness

    Golden-fried panko cutlets deliver a shatteringly crisp exterior encasing exceptionally tender, succulent meat without any greasy residue.

    The skin is shatteringly crisp, while the meat inside is so juicy and melts in your mouth. It's deeply flavorful without being greasy at all.

    William Shih

  • Precision Breading and Balanced Texture

    Assorted combinations featuring king prawns, oysters, and premium pork cuts provide balanced, authentic Japanese execution.

    The pork was incredibly tender and juicy, with a perfectly crispy coating. It wasn’t greasy at all, and the balance between the meat and breading was just right.

    sgu whal

  • Interactive Sesame Grinding Ritual

    Diners engage in the authentic ritual of freshly grinding toasted sesame seeds at the table to mix into rich katsu sauce.

    Ground sesame seeds gave a deeper flavour in Katsu sauce, which is also surprising.

    Hen M

  • Truffle Oil and Specialty Pairings

    Cutlets arrive paired with specialty condiments including white truffle oil and fine salt alongside tonkatsu sauce for layered flavors.

    Love combination of the katsu with white truffle oil and a bit salt. In my opinion, it is the BEST in combination in terms of umami taste.

    Doreen Wong

  • Complete Traditional Teishoku Sets

    Every set arrives beautifully arranged with generous bowls of rice, savory miso soup, pickles, and crisp shredded cabbage salad.

    The set came with a big portion of rice, a refreshing salad, and a tasty miso soup.

    Woody Woody

  • Comfortable Casual Dining Atmosphere

    A comfortable, welcoming dining space with hospitable service creates an easy setting for relaxed family dinners and casual get-togethers.

    Mr. J Restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious food. The menu is diverse and well-priced. Perfect for a casual meal or a relaxed night out.

    Emily Guo

Authentic Japanese cutlets fried golden and crisp, served with traditional accompaniments.

  • Assorted Katsu

    I ordered the assorted katsu, which was cooked to perfection, each piece was tender on the inside with a wonderfully crispy, golden brown coating.

    Master Z

  • King Prawn Katsu

    We love the Katsu Prawns, so fresh and delicious!

    Joe Khoo

  • Hirekatsu

    The pork was incredibly tender and juicy, with a perfectly crispy coating. It wasn’t greasy at all, and the balance between the meat and breading was just right.

    sgu whal

  • Chicken Katsu

    The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the breading was light and crunchy without being greasy.

    Master Z

Beyond the menu

Deliberate touches honoring traditional Japanese katsu dining rituals

  • Interactive Sesame Grinding Ritual

    Guests receive mini grinding bowls with whole sesame seeds alongside instructions on traditional eating technique to prepare their own dipping sauce.

  • Crisp-Preserving Resting Wire Mesh

    Fried cutlets are presented elevated on traditional wire cooling racks to prevent condensation and keep the coating crisp down to the last bite.

  • Truffle Oil & Salt Flavor Pairings

    Alongside house tonkatsu sauce, diners are provided with white truffle oil and specialty salt pairings to highlight the natural umami of the cutlets.

  • Custom Cabbage Dressings & Guided Dining

    Cabbage sides are accompanied by a selection of distinct dressings, accompanied by pick-up guides and attentive touches like chilled water and kid-friendly service.

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