SHŌWA Le Gourmet Tonkatsu

“Refined, thoughtful, inventive restaurant, service and food. From the restaurant decor's details, the serving platters, plateware, entrance design and sleek design it was exquisite experience. The service from Joe was next level and immaculate. His attention to detail and care of ensuring each guest has a memorable and enjoyable experience alone is worth a visit. The food was refined, delicious and well balanced with delicately fried tonkatsu and freshness from fish, vegetables and somen. Thank you Chef Koji-san for a delicious and memorable food experience!”

“I genuinely don’t know how they make this profitable at this price point. The quality of the food and the level of service are honestly surprising for what you pay. Every course feels thoughtful and refined, yet the atmosphere remains relaxed and comfortable rather than overly formal. One thing I especially appreciated was the pacing. Tasting menus often suffer from long gaps between dishes, which can make the experience drag, but here the flow was smooth and efficient. It never felt rushed, but it also never felt slow or boring. The portions were perfectly designed. Instead of a few heavy plates, they serve multiple smaller dishes, which keeps you engaged and comfortably satisfied from start to finish. If there’s a sushi add-on option, absolutely get it. It was one of the highlights. Even the smallest details are clearly intentional. The restroom is stocked with Le Labo hand wash, the amenities are meticulously curated, and the all-black aesthetic throughout the space shows how much care has gone into every element of the experience. Right before the dessert course, the chef personally came out to greet the guests, which added a warm and memorable touch. The only downside? It’s incredibly hard to get a reservation😅”

“My first time dining at Showa and it did NOT disappoint. The staff curated the whole dining experience and made us feel welcome. The 12 course menu is an experience that you savor so dont be in a rush. There's something unique about each dish. The Sake pairings were excellent.”

“Came here for a birthday celebration. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. The meal starts with a treasure box of small bites. All the dishes following were delicious and light. Moving to the deep fried dishes became heavier. Bites were more filling. The fry was still light. Drinks both alcoholic and non alcoholic were good. Service was amazing an attentive”

“Celebrated friend's birthday. One host for about five parties so the service was slow at the start. Eventually it became alright once the faster eating parties were established from the slower eating parties and pacing was set. The biggest wait was waiting for the various Tonkatsu - which I assume is due to the cooking time. Not all the food were to my taste but I ate everything since the food is pricey. I like the Kani Negitoro Tartar Chips and Suika Shave Ice. One of the Fresh Yasai Sticks tasted bitter which I didn't like at all. There was second serving of Donabe Dashichazuke if we were still hungry. I regret add-on Sparkling Lychee Stone dessert since it wasn't worth $25 to me. Overall, I think I like the stuff the food was served on more than the food. But I've been told that I have a cheap tongue so I don't appreciate these fancy food/experiences.”