Apparently today was the soft opening and I get things won't go to the T, but it looks like they aren't ready for even the soft opening. I actually didn't mind the hour waitlist, but to wait a half an hour more for the food to come out kinda loss my appetite. As we were waiting for the food, we heard a bunch of yelling from the cook to the staff which was unprofessional and disorganized. It seemed like they were getting orders mixed up and didn't know which tables the food was going out to. I had to flag down our waitress to follow up bc I thought they forgot our order after waiting so long. The staff were really nice tho and I appreciate the effort for being new. There are about 10-12 tables and a counter bar area so this restaurant doesn't seat many. Be prepared to wait. The food was good and my bf liked his curry, but there were 2 katsu dipping sauces with one having sriracha in it and didn't stand out to me. Maybe a hot mustard would work? Definitely needs more improvement before the actual grand opening. Prob will give it a few months before we return. But overall, 3/5. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

I saw this new spot via TikTok and immediately asked my husband to take me. To our surprise, they opened just a week ago. We came at 5:25pm expecting for there to be a line on a Friday but we were the first ones. I believe it was the owner, immediately acknowledged us from outside and said we can come inside and take a look at the menu. We ordered the hire Katsu and the tonkatsu, which came with delicious sauces, picked veggies, miso soup, rice, the Katsu, and a delicious salad. The food came out in about 20 minutes and service was very good, from the owner. The Katsu itself was delicious and I have very high standards for Katsu. It was thin batter but crunchy and the meat was nice and tender, not dry at all. The salad was DELICIOUS and I love their sauce. I love the lemon wedge as I love extra acidity. Overall, for the price, I thought it was definitely and easily worth it. The owner was very kind and friendly, definitely went above and beyond despite the other servers being a little late and there being a dinner rush. For me, I value businesses where the owners are kind, which was definitely what happened today! I'll be back and I recommend. I may have gotten lucky but also, I went in being patient as they are still in their soft opening and I'm sure figuring out their workflow, etc. Regardless, I personally thought it was a solid 5/5! read more

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Great food and fast service. Portions are big and filling. Place is clean and has very cool decor! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Majority of our folks went with HireKatsu Curry Set and that was amazing. The meat was firm and the breading was perfectly thin and light. Miso soup can be refilled as well as the curry sauce and rice if you have them separated by the pork cutlets itself. Our server spoke Mandarin and kept feeding us with the food they have as we visited before they closed. I'd say never got such a delight experience here in the Bay! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

I came in at 8:30 on a Thursday night as a party of four. We were seated immediately but the entire staff appeared to be pretty upset by us dining in so late which I understand they just want to go home but it made the experience pretty bad for my family especially since we could see all of the cooks and their upset faces, the owner or manager was giving some weird vibes, and the female servers seemed annoyed too. I think they should honestly just close earlier if the staff clearly does not want to be there to serve guests. On the other hand, the place seemed pretty clean. The food was tasty and serving sizes were good but I wasn't a fan of the warm water. I would say try it for the food but don't come in late or you'll be let down by the service. read more

Katsu Gin - Chicken katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

I've had Katsu Gin twice so far, in person and to-go, and both times I had nothing but good things to say. When I got my food to go, I was worried that the katsu would be a bit soggy, but that wasn't the case at all! It was still really crispy even after the 10 minute drive home. When we came in person, it was about a 15-20 minute wait for our party of 2 but they took our orders ahead of time so that when we were seated, our food came out within minutes. Both times, I got the Tonkatsu Katsu Curry-Pork Loin Cutlet ($18) and I loved it. I'm a huge curry fan, especially Japanese curry, and this really hit the spot. The meat was not too dry but still had a nice crispy outer layer. If I were to choose though, I would definitely prefer going to dine in because service was really good! Our server frequently checked on us and even offered us more sides when she saw that we ran out! read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu Katsu Curry-Pork Loin Cutlet - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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We came here for dinner on a saturday night around 7 PM! Place looked busy from the parties waiting outside but we were seated right away. The worker, maybe manager or owner? seemed very frustrated and frazzled. We were told there was one party of 2 ahead of us when we joined the waitlist, so we had begun to walk away to wait for our table. Instead of telling us that we could actually be seated immediately and that we could follow him inside, the man managing the waitlist instead waved a hand toward me and another couple and told us to "get over here", while also looking frustrated that we had walked away. As a customer, I don't think anyone would want to be ordered around like that as it comes off very rude. Other than that, the service from the waiters inside was very prompt and friendly. On to the food: First impressions are that the plating is very nice and makes for a good picture. We ordered the chicken katsu set and the tonkatsu curry rice. Something that bothered me was that the chopsticks felt kind of oily or that it had some kind of residue on it. The moment I picked them up I felt like I had to wipe my hands, not great. Chicken Katsu Set: Overall, it was very oily feeling but the texture of the chicken was soft (like they tenderized it). I felt like it had soaked up a lot of the oil and I found myself trying to eat more of the sides to try and compensate for it. The cabbage salad on its own was good, but it was definitely too creamy for my liking and wasn't able to cut through the richness katsu as much as I would have liked. The miso soup was yummy though. Tonkatsu Curry: The pork was very soft and definitely not as oily as the chicken. My boyfriend thought it was overall average curry wise but liked the tonkatsu. Overall, the place was pretty average food wise which makes it kind of disappointing since it's so close to where I live. It's worth to try once but I personally won't be back. read more

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dunno how I've never heard of this place but it was hella good lol in the chick fila a plaza but like way off in a corner basically on its own tonkatsu curry - 9.5/10 really soft & juicy meat, only thing i would change is that there was too much curry to rice/meat ratio but that's literally just my personal preference hirekatsu curry - 8.5/10 meat was softer but friend said there was a lil too much fat & therefore couldn't really soak up the curry v well read more

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pros: -really yummy chicken katsu curry -great service: friendly and fast -we were seated right away on a monday evening -lots of parking available cons: -none read more

Katsu Gin - katsu chicken curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

The katsu was perfectly crispy on the outside and super fresh and juicy on the inside--exactly how it should be. You can tell they use quality ingredients and take their time preparing each dish. The portions were generous, the flavors were on point, and everything came out hot and fresh. Definitely one of the better katsu spots I've had in the area. Would definitely recommend this place if you're craving something crispy, satisfying, and good. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Last time I came here I ordered the chicken katsu curry and it was great but decided to get togo this time around and boy do I regret it. I got about 99% through the meal and bite into the last piece when I noticed it was underdone... like raw.. pink. you'd think with the prices they charge here they'd get this part right. Kokolo would never undercook. read more

Katsu Gin - Chicken Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

My husband and I drove by and saw this place from the street, so it's got a great location for those passing through Milpitas. The parking lot immediately in front of it is small, but there are other areas to park in that general shopping center. You could walk over. The location used to be a Starbucks, so the seating is a little cramped once you walk in - there are at least 15 tables or so, and some bar/counter seating. Hubs and I were greeted immediately and taken to a two person table and given menus. I used the bathroom and it was very clean and smelled super fresh, and no suspicious liquids sloshing about anywhere. For the food, we got two diet cokes, the shrimp & veggie katsu appetizer, the tonkatsu, and the curry katsu. We waited about fifteen minutes, but there was plenty to watch on the TVs inside, and conversation to be had. Our food came out piping hot, and my husband's came with a salad and I got the curry one with the curry on the side. Both porks were delicious and fresh, cooked fairly perfectly and just really meaty and tender and juicy! The curry was an excellent addition with my rice. I recommend getting it on the side so you can dip and eat with rice versus it getting potentially soggy with the katsu in it. Husband's Tonkatsu was really yummy, and they do a great job with the slaw salad and the miso soup was the perfect way to wash everything down. Notably, we had a delightful server (Meg, or Megan?) who was really polite, friendly, and informative. She explained the differences between the cuts of meat, let us know what vegetables were in the appetizer, and cleaned off used plates really quickly. When it came time to pack up, she eyeballed what we had leftover and brought over the perfect amount of boxes and tiny sauce-holder thingies, and a bag. We checked out promptly, and the prices here are really fair because it's super filling! Would definitely come back here again, and thank you for the wonderful service, Megan! read more

Katsu Gin is a fairly new addition to the Milpitas community with it overtaking Starbuck's old corner spot. The menu offers a majority of fried options from fried oysters, fried shrimp, to fried pork cuts. The interior is really nice and modern with some comfy bar stools and small tables. This place seems well suited for small parties. The tables are not very spaced out so you will likely hear the next door table's entire conversation. The waiter would stand really close to our table when taking the table next door's order. Perhaps the layout is not the best and could use a more efficient plan. Service was warm, friendly, and approachable. Our food came out unexpectedly fast.. to the point where it was very questionable. But more on that later. Tonkatsu katsu curry - Rice is delicious, soft and delicate. The cabbage is fresh but the dressing feels like storebought roasted sesame dressing. It tasted heavy, salty, and overly done with saturated fats. The curry itself is bold in flavor, rich and thick, which is my preferred consistency. The tonkatsu loin was incredibly lean which made each bite very dry. Each cut was bland and relied heavily on some sort of sauce to add flavor. If the tonkatsu isn't tasty all on its own, it's a flop in my opinion. * Fried oyster and shrimp ebi- Fantastic fried ouster but missing a sauce to go on the side. It could definitely use some tartar sauce. The shrimp was sweet and drizzled with a savory sweet glaze. A few things that can be easily improved: * Set trays look clean and appealing however, they take up most of the room on the small tables leaving limited space for drinks/appetizers. * An in-house made lighter sesame dressing to complement the cabbage salad would be a significant difference to the entire meal. People look for the salad to cut the heaviness of their meal. When the salad dressing is too heavy, it adds rather than constrasts. * The biggest problem with our meal was the temperature. Our dish came out maybe 2 minutes after just ordering. The tonkatsu itself came out just barely warm. The miso soup was lukewarm as well. The food didn't feel like it was freshly made. Perhaps they prep ahead to save time but customers are clearly noticing and it makes a big difference in terms of meal quality. * The tonkatsu was severely underseasoned. The meat relied too heavily on the sauces which I didn't find either sauce to be impressive. Upon closer inspection, I could see tiny salt specks scattered on the middle of the cuts of meat but could not taste it on my palate. Katsu Gin falls short when it comes to meeting expectations at about $21+ per entree. If I am to put up that amount of money, I expect a freshly fried meal. I'm not paying that amount for pre-prepared food. Unfortunately, the temperature of the food, quality of meat, and seasoning earn a rating of 3 stars in my book. My final thoughts are that the fried seafood is much better than the tonkatsu and that's the only thing I would order here again unless they make some improvements. read more

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As we sat at the bar area, seating was immediate and was given water and menu right away. Waitress service was great and very friendly!! Food was just amazing!! Fish Katsu and Chicken Katsu was very tender and cooked to perfection. Portions were very big which is nice because everything was so delicious!! Miso soup was served very hot which is a big plus for me!! Tofu were big which is a change from other Japanese restaurant where they are very tiny. An A++for the miso soup! Overall a great place to eat with great service!! You will NOT be disappointed!! Bon appétit!! read more

Katsu Gin - First photo is the Fish Katsu Yummers!! - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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I caught wind of Katsu Gin on Yelp. I hardly see places specializing on katsu, which made me highly interested in trying this place. I saw that they had an online order option, so I scheduled a to-go order for pickup. My sister went to pick up the food and noted that Katsu Gin was really busy. Glad I did a pre-order, which was almost ready by the time she arrived. The food was fantastic, and I was pleased with how crispy the panko stayed while in transit. I got the chicken katsu curry, and loved every component: the pickled veggies, curry sauce, juicy katsu chicken thigh, and fluffy rice. My sister and I split the Hokkaido fried oyster and katsu shrimp, which was a side that came with 2 pieces of each item. The oyster and shrimp katsu were equally great. My meal was satisfying and filling, and I can't wait to try other things off the menu. read more

I'll be honest, when I first saw this Katsu spot open I was ECSTATIC. After I read the reviews I was reluctant to try them out as it seems to be a bit or miss. We decided to try them out with the chances on catching them on a good day. Crispy Chicken Skin - Pass, skin was not 'chip' crispy and somewhat soggy and chewy Tonkatsu Katsu Curry - Unexpectedly crispy and juicy! It was the best I've had by far! Anyways, I definitely recommend y'all pray before hand for a good day and try them out read more

We came here on a Friday during a 3 day weekend around 5:40ish PM, shortly after the restaurant opened and there were already several people waiting, but that might had been because it was a holiday weekend. In order to get on the waitlist, you sign up through a QR code. Service was great here! The workers were attentive to our water cups, and we had wanted to order the chicken skin, but was told it was sold out. Awhile later, a worker told us that they still had some, and asked if we still wanted it. I appreciated that she came back to ask us and remembered that we wanted it. There was a large party leaving soon, so the manager?/owner? took a few people's orders ahead of time so that they their food would be ready or near ready by the time they got seated. Unfortunately, food wise, the items we got were a bit disappointing. We ordered the chicken and tonkatsu (pork loin) set, chicken skin, and a side order of the hirekatsu (pork tenderloin). The portions are huge and although the meat was crispy and the chicken was juicy, all the meats tasted very bland, and we really had to use up our sauces to get any flavor at all. It could benefit from some seasoning either on the meat, batter, or both. The meat from the hirekatsu is dark meat, and our side order came with 4 huge thick pieces for the price, so you do get your money's worth. It was too thick for our liking though, and even though it's lean but soft, we still prefered the pork loin better. Perhaps it's because we were comparing it to the katsu we've had in Hawaii, so taste wise, it fell short for us. It also took us a bit of a wait to receive our food, and we noticed other people were also looking around wondering when their food was arriving. You can tell that the workers are doing their best though. Unfortunately, we probably won't be back. read more

Katsu Gin - Hirekatsu side on top left corner; chicken katsu as main - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

A friend and I were craving Katsu after an event in Santa Clara and decided to give this spot a try. The restaurant is pretty small, but clean and modern. Our order: - Popcorn Tofu - Chicken Katsudon - Tonkatsu Curry - Miso soup Food review: Popcorn Tofu -- DELICIOUS! The surprise highlight of the meal! The outside was crispy and nicely seasoned. Great fried tofu. (10/10) Chicken Katsudon - Didn't try this myself, my friend ordered and enjoyed, they just wish it came with sauce (so they ordered some on the side and enjoyed it) Keep it mind it comes with egg and is very filling! Tonkatsu Curry - Japanese curry is the perfect comfort food, and this was exactly how Japanese curry should be and exactly what I was craving. Katsu was perfectly crispy on the outside, good ratio. I think the pork could be slightly more moist, but the flavors was good and paired with the curry it was non issue. Very thick piece of pork so I had to take some left over and it stayed crispy the next day after reheating which is always a plus! (9/10) Miso soup -- comes with the sets but a perfect bowl of miso for me, nice way to start the meal. (10/10) Had a great time and a good filling comfort meal, would definitely come back again next time I'm in the area. Just make sure you come hungry! read more

Katsu Gin/カツギン is a katsu place on Milpitas and Town Center. It took over the old Starducks--I mean Starbucks area a few months ago (yes, an anime called "Melody of Oblivion"/"Boukyaku no Senritsu" showed this parody, this series being the reason why I now call the company by this name instead of its real name these days), and it makes sense because the suburb has way too many locations, as I figured one had to be shut down. One of my sisters, the one that had nakji with me on my last review, wasn't a fan, but I had to try the place anyway yesterday on Mr. Krukow's/Mizuki Nana-san's/Hara Yumi-han's/Brandon Crawford's/Puchiko's birthday. (Yes, they all have the same birthday. Now that I typed up the birthdays, I went here because friends of mine did see Mizuki-san.) So, I'll bring out what makes the place a-okay and what flaws frustrated me to the point I couldn't give the place, probably the hardest one I had to grade, a higher score. As I max and relax in a blanket, remembering that I need to put in the good old "Yes guys, the girls are cute!" and "Yes girls, the guys are cute!" statements which are now being routine just like the Jet racing up to the board on "Inside", I get that friendly aura right off the bat. There are multiple television sets if you plan on watching sports games. A simple look, but it works. I ordered the hirekatsu set and a strawberry Ramune soda bottle. One of the staff members was nice to also give me a glass of water because I forgot about that. It was also nice to see a staff member asking me if I was having trouble opening up the soda bottle even though I've done the process since I was in my late teens or so. Anyway, the food was good, and I remember that this was the first time in a while I did finish my Japanese food because I normally set aside leftovers to follow the Japanese/Okinawan saying of "Eat until you're 80% full". To those wondering why the hire and tonkatsu have pink on them, it's cooked, as it has met the required temperature of 63 C/145 F along with being rested for a few minutes. The myoglobin, a protein, can have a pink hue even when the pork's cooked and safe to eat. I believe the last statement is mentioned in an episode of "K-foodie Meets J-foodie". This isn't a flaw per se, but I wish the servers would ask if you prefer regular katsu sauce or spicy instead of having a tray with both along with the pickled vegetables. Over time, the spicy sauce will run out quicker than it should if people are just not using the latter. I had a bit of it just to confirm, and yeah, I don't recall touching it again after the test. Food for thought. The flaws. One subject I'll point out, but there are multiple flaws in the subject, the menu, that frustrated me to the point I can't give the place a higher score. Forget the lack of a dessert and the lack of my favorite sake, Sayuri, along with not being able to recall hearing a nostalgic Hikki-chan hit or hit from artists like her. What bothers me about the place is that there isn't a straight vegetable appetizer. Just meat along with an entry of shrimp and vegetables. I figured the place has korokke, but no. Not having a salad besides cabbage hurts the place also; the Japanese folks place a real emphasis on vegetables after all. The part that bothers me the most is the drink layout. I know it's nice that I had a Ramune soda bottle yesterday, but on any day that doesn't carry a celebration, the list will drive me bonkers. Outside of water, there are no good guilt free drinks for kids, and I'd rather have komugicha in the evening than matcha. Of course, sake and alcohol are out of the question because solo driving. What if I want a juice to fulfill a fruit serving of mine for the day? Gin has potential to be a good spot. I want to give the place a higher score, but I can't hand out newly built Japanese spots a 4 or perfect 5 easily if they appear here in Milpitas or a nearby suburb because guess what. Milpitas is next door to San Jose, one of only 3 cities in the U.S. with a Japantown. So, I expect the Japanese precision, a clockwork routine if I should type it up, beloved places like Clover and Shiki carry, and Gin doesn't come close to carrying it...yet. If I plan on coming back here again, I'll need to wait for at least 3 months or 9 so that the place has a full year under its belt. Conduct your research, and then, you'll be able to decide on whether the place is good for you or one to pass on. +/Katsu Gin can be a killer and groovy spot with so much potential, as it has the friendly staff, good food and a simple visual layout. -/Even with its interesting menu, there are missing elements in the subject that drop the score a good amount like a bad list of drinks. read more

Katsu Gin - Hirekatsu set. - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Really good katsu! Went with a friend for Sunday lunch, and it was busy enough to be buzzy but still easy to get a spot. Quick service, nice but fairly no-frills space, and most importantly, yummy food. We got the tonkatsu set and chicken katsu curry, both scrumptious. read more

Came here on a Sunday night at around 7PM! Parking was easy since it is located in a plaza. Our party of 4 was seated right upon arrival. Service was quick and kind! One of the girls working has pink hair and she complimented our table on our outfits :3 which so sweet of her!! She was also quick with checking in if we were good and refilling our waters, etc. I forget which one my partner and I shared, but we got whichever was their most expensive katsu option on the menu. The portions are large which we both appreciated because it fed us both. My two friends got their chicken katsu and their portions were also large! They ended up needing to-go boxes towards the end of the dinner! I would come back if I am ever in the area and craving some yummy, juicy katsu!! read more

Very nice Tonkatsu for the Bay Area but I am hoping for more being a very picky eater where the bar for me is Japan level tonkatsu. The meat is fried just enough to be cooked and the coating is very crunchy. The tenderloin I had could be more juicy but this probably has more to do with the quality of the meat. I am wishing they have a more specialized meat like Berkshire pork, black pig pork, or my favorite Kinka pork from Japan. The portions are huge so it would be great if they give three levels of sizes. I also wish for self-ground toasted sesame seeds. The place does not appear to be Japanese owned due to the less attention to detail. For example, the door to the kitchen is stained with dirty marks so they can put more attention on the cleanliness of the open kitchen. We also had to bug out a bit early because the wait staff was loudly chatting right next to our ears because the music was blasting. Overall, it's OK but I like to get more satisfaction even with a $25 level lunch. read more

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The food was alright. Waited for about 30 minutes before it came out and it was what I expected. Nothing too special but the price is a bit too high for something like that. The meat was kind of dry but I mess with the breading. Looking at the reviews, I thought it would change my life or something but it's just okay. I'd only come back if somebody brought me along. I still ate everything up tho and I'd give it a 3.5/5. Service was okay and everything was just mid at the end of the day. read more

Pretty solid curry spot with friendly and quick service. Pricing wise, it's a bit high for the portion size. Taste overall for the items we got were good. read more

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Be sure to come in early as seating is limited and fills up fast. I ordered the pork tonkatsu curry. It came out fairly quickly and the service was really good as well. The curry and tonkatsu were very tasty together. I liked how light and crispy the tonkatsu was. The only thing was that with it being such a thick slice of pork, it wasn't cooked all the way in the middle. So I had to eat around the edges and saved the middle pieces to be reheated with tue leftovers. They give you a good amount of curry too. I also liked the pickled sides that come with it. Very traditional and worth it! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Went there tonight. It's a bit busy at opening time but we got a table for five. The staff is super nice. I got the shrimp katsu and it was delightful. The cabbage was actually the star - shredded finely with a nice sauce. The folks that got the curry katsus said the curry sauce was "okay" and they might switch to regular katsu next time. The katsu part was delicious though. It was all great and we will return soon! read more

Japanese style katsu sets! Great price and portion. $20 for katsu, salad, rice, and miso soup. I thought the taste and quality was very good. We don't have many authentic Japanese katsu in the bay so I'm really happy to see them open here in Milpitas. Came on a Thursday lunch and it was full by 12pm. We took the last counter seats. Service needs some improvement though - staff doesnt seem very experienced or knowledgeable. Decent amount of parking. read more

Curry was amazing with the rice during lunch time! Chicken was juicy just like the name :) we preordered before sitting so right when we got seated food came out. read more

Katsu Gin - Chicken Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

We went on a Sunday around 6pm after shopping at Great Mall. Someone had greeted us upon arrival and we were seated fast by the window. Half of it was covered by a shade but the bottom half wasn't, which caused my legs to feel hot. There's bar seating near the chefs. My partner and I both ordered the Hirekatsu curry. I enjoyed the pickled side dish. The miso soup was standard/average. The curry itself filled half the plate and the other half was rice with the Katsu on top. It was too much curry for me and didn't balance with the amount of rice given. You can definitely taste the black pepper in the sauce. The katsu was a pork tenderloin cut. The center was too dry and thick for me; I could only finish half of the prepped cut before calling it a day. My partner also didn't finish the last piece (out of 4). The breading was crispy. Service was fast and efficient. It did feel awkward being stared at while we were eating, especially since it was so slow at the time we went. read more

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Clean restaurant, had the tonkatsu with curry udon set. Included salad with peanut sauce is good. Katsu was sliced and good portion, easy for dipping into the flavorful curry. Service was attentive and fast. Parking is free and plentiful. They have a lot of other katsu and appetizers selection. Can't wait to go again and try some other foods! read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu with Curry Udon set - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

This place is straight fire!!! Katsu is SO crispy. I got the fish katsu and it was perfect all around. Plenty of seating indoors but it does get busy really quickly. Service was great and food came out fast. Again FISH KATSU WAS BOMB! read more

Ordered chicken katsu, and it was delicious! A bit pricy for what it is, but the curry was nice and flavorful, and the chicken katsu was nice and crispy, not too oily. What more to ask for? read more

Katsu Gin - chicken katsu - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Mountain high cabbage, love it. Good miso soup. Long wait for the food. Crunchy tonkatsu, pickled pearl onion is fantastic! read more

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The Bay Area definitely needs more authentic katsu places! And Katsu Gin is definitely not bad at all. My wife and I both got the Hire Katsu sets and will definitely be returning to try their curry sets and appetizers next time. The sauces were very flavorful and we really enjoyed the variety of pickles that came on the side - the pearl onions were our favorite by far. The Hire Katsu had a nice crispy exterior although thin so it lacked that crunch that I'd like. The pork was also on the drier side and didn't have much seasoning or flavor on its own, so you really had to dunk it in the sauce for every bite. We also thought that the hire katsu was sliced much too thick. The interior of this place is tight and it gets packed quickly. Arrive right at opening time to avoid long waits. I appreciated the open kitchen concept but found the constant frying oil smell to be off putting and nauseating. read more

This place was just phenomenal! I had fish Katsu (which I've never seen before) and my husband Pork Curry. The fried flakes were perfectly done along with how the meat was cooked. The wait was about 10min, then after being called the seating and cooking time was coordinated a20-30min. I did appreciate that they brought our food directly to us since we had already ordered at the front. The hot green tea was also delicious, must get! read more

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Got the fish katsu and chicken katsu to go. Service was very nice and asked if I needed utensils. The chicken is advertised as "juicy chicken" but only the thicker parts were juicy and the thinner parts were bland. The salad was yummy and helped bring brightness to the meal. read more

Amazing restaurant. Quick service and very polite staff. The food is excellent, the smaller menu makes it so simple to keep ordering meals that you love ( everything's good ). Would recommend to anyone. read more

Stopped by with a friend after a long work week, and got dinner at this new restaurant that opened nearby. The service was quick, we got seated at the bar and we've ordered the Tonkatsu Set, and the Tonkatsu Curry Set. Food arrived at a reasonable time, and the price was solid, each plate was around $18-$20 with tip. I would come back as the portions are huge and definitely worth coming back! read more

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We stopped by for lunch last Friday, arriving shortly after they opened, and the place was already packed. Luckily, we were seated by the bar almost immediately, which worked out well since we didn't want to wait. You can tell the restaurant is new--some of the kitchen setup still has that fresh-out-of-the-box feel. Service was efficient, and our food arrived about 15 minutes after ordering. We went with two of their popular dishes based on online reviews: Hire Katsu (Pork Tenderloin Cutlet) and Tonkatsu (Pork Loin Cutlet). Both were flavorful, crispy, and nicely presented. Portion sizes were generous, and the sides complemented the meal well. The only miss for us was the miso soup--it had a strange taste that didn't match the typical flavor profile we're used to from other Japanese spots. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're craving katsu. Bonus: if you're familiar with the area, they've taken over the old Starbucks location next to Noah's Bagels on Milpitas Blvd. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

5 star. This place is such a gem. The curry was so tasty and the pork was so tender and well fried. Typically most curry spots don't give enough protein, but I felt that katsu gin gave a really good amount of pork. There is a generous portion of rice and curry and the cost is around $20. I also ordered the shrimp and oyster katsu appetizer. It was very tasty as well, the shrimp was fried perfectly and the oyster tasted fresh. For $11 you get 2 shrimps and 2 oysters, though I wish the portion for that was a little more. This place gets pretty busy so expect to wait a little. There isn't a large amount of tables and since everything is fried to order, it can take a bit for the food to come out. Overall, if you're a curry fan, I highly recommend checking this place out. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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