KumamotoFood

Crispy and fresh from the fryer: the famous horse meat croquettes with a line always forming

About this spot

A butcher shop located at the gate of Aso Shrine, it's a popular spot where lines form for their signature "horse meat croquettes" fried fresh in-house. The croquettes, made with horse meat blended into the filling, are crispy on the outside and fluffy within, with the subtle sweetness of horse meat's savory flavor spreading with each bite. From the very first taste, the gateway town's food adventure kicks into full gear. The butcher shop also offers other fried specialties like breaded cutlet sandwiches, making it hard not to want to try them all. The honest work of a local butcher shop is packed into every freshly fried bite.

Tips

The freshly fried version is exceptional, so it's worth waiting in line. When eating while walking, be careful of oil splattering and keep wet wipes handy. Popular items may sell out, so visiting early in the morning is recommended.