Love their Crispy Chicken Skin, so crunchy, can't stop eating them! The Katsu were good. read more

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On a chilly Wednesday evening, I wanted to get some delicious fried food so my partner and I ended up choosing Katsu Gin. This restaurant is still really new and working out some kinks, but I can see why some people are rating it poorly. It is a newer restaurant that feels incomplete. There are still little things that it seems they are yet to work out. For instance there is some weird blue wall decor on one side, and the food is just passed over the counter. Moreover, the food was solid, but nothing special. The flavor was pretty one-noted in both the katsu and curry. I wish they provided a sauce or chili powder on the tables, but it seems like they just have a single sauce bottle that they have to keep at the pass. At least the Ebi katsu was actually good and seasoned, but I definitely would not come here for a while unless they fix up a few things. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Arrived around 6 pm on a Wednesday, and it was already busy with a few open tables. It's a relatively small restaurant, so once it is full and busy, it's pretty loud. We were seated promptly, offered water, and ordered. It took over 15 minutes for our meal to arrive. The table that ordered after us got their food before we did, so it was unexpectedly longer than I anticipated. The katsu, however, was delicious and met my expectations. Plenty of parking right outside too. read more

Been looking for a decent katsu place around the bay this one is really good. The Hire katsu is super soft and tender. While their curry is good I wish it had some carrot and potato. But overall I would rate this place 8.5/10. read more

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LOVE!! We came on a Friday night right at their 5:30 opening time, and I'm super glad we did. The space filled up very quickly and can get a little loud, but the food is worth the noise. Wait staff was also super friendly and accommodating given the busy restaurant. I ordered the Tonkatsu set and the portions are absolutely massive! At least 1.5 portions in a meal. The meat itself was super tender and cooked to perfection. Paired with the two sauces they offer you + pickled veggies = the perfect katsu combination. The Tonkatsu set comes with rice, miso soup, and salad, and I thoroughly enjoyed every piece of that meal. Would absolutely come back and order the same thing over and over again. Katsu Gin you have my heart read more

Katsu Gin - tonkatsu set - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

This place is so filling and so tasty!!! We went around 6:30 and it was PACKED! But the line gets down fast! The staff are super friendly and they place is super cute! The katsu is sooo crispy and sooo juicy! The portions are big and super filling! I also love takoyaki so i had to order it! If you are in the area, come and try! It's worthy of trying! read more

Katsu Gin - Takoyaki, tempura - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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I was super excited to try this restaurant especially since we don't have very specialized katsu in the Bay Area. The restaurant was pretty small and very clean and new. We all ordered the same tenderloin katsu set and it came with rice, sauce, 4 pieces of pork, miso soup, and cabbage. The katsu was good with juicy and tender meat and large pieces. However I noticed the breading would come off the piece of meat often. Overall I would give this dish an 8/10. I wish the pickled veggies were jalapeños or radish instead for a fresher flavor. It hit the spot but didn't wow me. read more

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

Very cute spot with delicious food! The tempura was light and fluffy, not too oily aftertaste! The miso soup was great as well, and I liked the takoyaki appetizer. Prices are reasonable, and the service was good, too! read more

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

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More of a 3.5. kitchen seemed pretty backed up though they had plenty katsus languishing under heat lamps, unsure what the hold up was. took about 30 mins to get our food. fry is not bad unfortunately the bottom half was completely soggy. read more

Went to try with co-worker. First of all, service is good and pleasure. After ordering, we didn't wait for too long. Food came in a good time manner. However, the curry sauce, rice and miso soup are a little bit cold for me. I don't know why. Probably the chef waited for the pork is cooked. So, the rest of dishes stayed on the plate for a while before it is served. Overall, the entree is not bad. Pork size is larger than I expected. For small mouth, it will be too thick to bite. Hahahaha... No special comment on the curry sauce. It tastes like the usual curry cubes that you purchase in the supermarket. So, for causal hangout or quick lunch, it is a good place to go. read more

Katsu Gin - Pork size - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Solid spot for a casual dinner. I really liked the katsu--the breading was perfectly crispy and it was a good size. The dipping sauce and the cabbage salad it came with were both great too, and I especially enjoyed all the pickled side dishes. It felt like a very complete meal. The only downside was the curry. My girlfriend ordered the curry udon, and honestly, neither of us liked it. It totally lacked flavor and just tasted like some low-end instant curry. Another highlight was the staff was very friendly and the service was extremely quick. read more

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Hmm I really want to like this place. The atmosphere is so nice, the food portions are huge, the people are so nice, but the food was unfortunately kind of mediocre tasting. We asked the waiters to separate the curry from the meats for us and they were very kind and did so. I thought the curry itself was okay, it tasted a bit like what you could make from the pack and I wish there were more vegetable chunks in there. It was nice for them to give a bunch of different complimentary side dishes that had been pickled to cut through the fattiness of the meats. My family was obsessed with the onion ones, but I thought they were all okay. Now for the protein: - Hire Katsu - Wow the cuts of these are huge. I don't know what's the difference between this one and the regular Tonkotsu but this one was definitely thicker cut. Because of that, unfortunately it was a bit dry and also had a really strong pork flavor. - Tonkotsu - Thinner cut than the hire katsu, but still a bit dry with a really strong pork flavor. I feel like there's 2 different versions of pork. One where it is really delicate and tastes fresh and one that feels a bit heavier, and unfortunately I feel like both katsu here were the later. - Chicken Katsu - This was definitely the best cut as it was on the thinner side and also juicy. I would choose this over the pork cuts. Overall, the food was okay but the experience was wonderful. I would say if you have a party of 5, maybe ordering 3 curries with one extra side of meat is enough because the portion sizes are huge. read more

This is our new found favorite! All the items we have tried so far are tasty! The staff are attentive and helpful. We had a nice chat with the restaurant manager Steven and learned more about the restaurant. We will definitely go back!! read more

I don't write reviews unless the place is super good or super disappointing. This place is legit! 5 Stars - Finally, the Katsu I've Been Craving! ​Katsu Gin is a MUST-TRY for Katsu enthusiasts. ​I've been looking for a dedicated Katsu spot, and this place absolutely delivers. It's exactly what you want: high-quality cuts, perfectly fried katsu that is neither greasy nor dry and amazing sides that complete the experience. The curry sauce is rich, savory, and has a great depth of flavor--perfect for drizzling over the rice. It's so good and popular, they may run out. So go early if you want their curry. The service was friendly and efficient, and the restaurant itself is clean and modern. I can't wait to go back again. read more

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Katsu Gin in Milpitas is legit. My Japanese girlfriend thinks this is better than spots in Torrance, CA, which says a lot. That alone should be enough reason to check it out. They serve Asahi on draft (IYKYK), which already puts them ahead of a lot of places. Perfect pairing with katsu. Food-wise, go for the hire katsu curry or hire katsu curry udon--both are excellent. The fish katsu is also solid. Everything is crispy, well-executed, and satisfying without feeling too heavy. Service is great, ambiance is clean and comfortable. Simple: if you like katsu, this is one of the best spots in the area. Thank me later. read more

Waiting time from ordering to receiving food was quite long, hopefully it gets better once the soft opening is over without any degradation to the food. I ordered the Katsu chicken curry and my SO ordered the Hire Katsu curry and an iced green tea. After about 20-30 minutes, the food came out. There was a mistake with my order (I received a Hire Katsu non-curry). They could have remade the order but I declined as it would have taken too long. Service knicks aside (give them a break it's soft opening), food was delicious. The green tea was good, curry sauce was great, and everything was well put together and delicious. Will be back to try the chicken. read more

Katsu Gin - Hire Pork Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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To the point: I had the HireTonkatsu and the pork was thick and juicy. highly recommend if u want a lot of pork. very good. The curry was a bit too thick for my liking and started curdling up as it was sitting and getting colder. rice was good. miso soup good. Also had the side of shrimp and vegetable (Japanese potatoe) was under cooked for me. Overall ambiance is nice and comfortable. I went solo and placed my order and about 6 mins later a larger group of 6 sat behind me, 10 minutes later they got there food first and I was still waiting. when I asked about my order she just said it's coming. I believe they forgot to put in my order. oh well, it happens. I probably would go back and try other dishes and could recommend. read more

Great Katsu curry place. If you are lucky they have chicken skin which seems to sell out often. read more

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The preparation of all items is done with so much care. Time and attention were paid to all aspects. The meat is really big cuts which can be cumbersome to cut on a resting rack. That is literally my only complaint. Service is very fast, attentive, and friendly. Place is plain inside but it's clean and well kept. Definitely will be back time and again. read more

We were in the Milpitas town center and saw this restaurant. We happened to get there right when they opened. The was a small line to get in. Even though it's small inside,we were able to get a table. We ordered the to katsu curry and the fish katsu. The pork was hot and tender. The curry has a rich dark flavor. It's like a bowl of comfort food The fish was hot and flaky. Not greasy at all. Also plenty of people working. Didn't have to wait long for the plates to come out. Will totally be back now that I know this place exists. read more

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Good food, and service. Great place to get a quick bite after work or to chill with friends. I recommend the Chicken or Pork curry set. Pretty good and Just the right portion. read more

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

After the first bite of my Chicken Katsu I knew we made perfect choice having dinner here on a Monday night. We gave this place a second chance cause the first time, we ordered that Hire Katsu and it was too thick and too medium cooked in my opinion. But our second try is a charm, let me describe this place as the Best Katsu place in Milpitas/San Jose/Bay Area that we've tried. Very tender and juicy! Service is excellent! Parking is easy, place is cozy! Til next time ;) read more

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

For their SOFT OPENING: They need the practice and some more time to fully cook. This review will probably change based on time and growth. The dining area is small but well spaced. Their front of house is a bar style with orders flowing through the center of dining. I was able to be seated at the bar quickly because I was a single person. However, if you come with at least 3 or more, be prepared to wait 30 min to an hour due to its popularity right now. Once seated, I was able to order quickly from their limited menu and waited another 30 minutes to get my food. I ordered a Tonkatsu Katsu Curry and a Chicken Katsu To go. Right now, it is a bit frantic and I had to double confirm my order. Just be prepared to confirm your order once you're there until they get more comfortable. The Tonkatsu Katsu Curry came with Rice, some small vegies, curry and Miso Soup. The miso soup was alright and a good soup. The Curry had some small spice, but nothing distinct. There was an Aoili suace peppered on that had a good amount of flavor but there wasn't enough. The curry set did NOT come with any Katsu Sauce, but the regular "chicken katsu set" did. I didn't even know if it was an option to ask for it. Nor did anyone come by to ask me how it was. Once again, I think this will get better with experience and time. curry The rice itself was dry and unfortunately, the meat itself was also dry and a bit bland. I could not taste a distinct flavor in the meat or the breading. However, it was a thick cut and at least crispy, pairing well with the Curry and rice. (They definitely needed each other) The portion size itself is quite reasonable for the price, $18 before tax/tip. Overall, I came away with it being an 'ok' experience. This is mainly due to the fact is that I did NOT have to wait at all, being stead immediately as single person. The wait times, from the wait list, showed upwards of an hour for 3 people. If you want some Decent Katsu Options I would come here to try it out, but either come with small party or come early as I do not think it's worth the wait at this time. read more

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

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Been looking for a great katsu/curry place and found it at Katsu Gin! The restaurant is cozy so had a not too long wait. The food was definitely worth the wait. Hubby ordered the chicken katsu curry set while I ordered the chicken katsu set. The chicken katsu was crispy and juicy. I would most definitely go back and also recommend it to everyone. read more

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

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I'll round up to 4 stars because we enjoyed the food but the dining experience was a little ruined by feeling rushed out the door. Acknowledging they close at 2pm - we arrived around 1:15pm for lunch and were seated immediately. Within 20 seconds of sitting down a server asked us if we were ready to order or if we needed another minute. NBD, maybe she didn't realize we just sat down. We got our water and food. My spouse finished eating and they cleared away his tray. I was about halfway done. While I was literally still chewing we were asked if they can get the check for us. This was ~1:35pm. It was very jarring. No water refill either - spouse's cup sat empty the entire time I was finishing up eating (another 5-7 minutes after we paid). Overall, a delicious meal marred by the weird sense of urgency to finish as quickly as possible and vacate our table. read more

Terrible service, ordered katsu curry with no curry and the staff said I didn't say I wanted curry despite I even pointed on the menu. Food was ok, just another Japanese katsu/curry place. read more

Tried Katsu Gin for the first over the weekend, on Sunday. It's a newly opened restaurant that took over a former Starbucks and is next to Noah's Bagels. Honestly, I'll have to give them a 3 overall. While I understand they just opened up and all, they have a lot of kinks to work out, I'd say. The place gets really busy as it is a small establishment, so be prepared to wait a long time to get a table and then to even receive your food. Once we ordered, it took about another 20-30 minutes before our food arrived to our table. We ordered the following dishes: Hire Katsu Curry; $21 Fish Katsu Curry; $20 Chicken Katsu Curry; $18 While the curry and overall katsus were very freshly made and fried, it still felt overall that it seemed a bit overpriced for what you are getting. Not to mention, the Fish Katsu came out newkwarm, definitely not as hot as the other two katsus did. Each Katsu comes with miso soup, and surprisingly the miso soup is actually pretty good. Not too salty and just right. The customer service here was decent, they checked up on us throughout our meal and were friendly to questions and feedback. Overall, there is room for improvement, and I'm sure once they settle in, it might be better. For now, a solid 3. read more

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Went here after hearing some good things about it. Got seated rather quickly but was definitely still busy. The whole place seemed really clean and neat, to be expected since it just opened. Let's see if it stays that way. Although the wait was a little long for the food, it was definitely worth it! I've had my share of good katsu, and this is definitely up there. There's not many places that serve up nice and tender hire pork katsu like this one. The appetizer menu was a little limited, so I hope they include more stuff like karage etc. overall, a wonderful experience. I would definitely go back! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

We got sat to the bar and services were slow. I got #2 pork katsu set. It was good but I wish they will provide me some sesame seeds. I don't like they put salad sauce on my cabbage. It ruined the purpose. Everything else was good. Will probably go again to try the curry plate. read more

Katsu Gin - Menu #2 pork katsu set - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Katsu Gin delivers one of the most satisfyingly crisp chicken experiences you can find. From the first bite, the chicken announces itself with a clean, audible crunch--never greasy, never soggy, just perfectly fried. The panko coating is light and evenly golden, shattering delicately before giving way to tender, juicy meat inside. Definitely returning for more. read more

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First time here and we will definitely be back! This pork tenderloin katsu was so good. Super crispy on the outside, really juicy on the inside, and not greasy at all. The pork was tender and cooked perfectly, and the crunchy breading had great flavor. With the sauce, it all just worked--comfort food vibes in the best way. Looking forward to trying the other katsu sets. read more

Katsu Gin - Hirekatsu Katsu Set - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

perfect spot to satisfy your tempura/katsu cravings that comes pretty close to authentic meals i've had in japan. reasonably priced for the portion size, loved the miso soup & salad that comes with the meal. 9/10 overall! A con was that my food came out pretty warm/cold and I personally love my food piping hot before eating. read more

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My favorite is the Katsu shrimp. The service is good. Ambiance nice. The chicken is juicy. read more

Katsu Gin - Fried chicken skin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Such an awesome atmosphere the meat is so juicy " crispy on the outside juicy on the inside". To top off the curry it's on point 10/10 would recommend the Tonkatsu curry set. read more

Katsu Gin - Simple and plenty of choices. - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

New Katsu spot opened up in Milpitas! Serving traditional Japanese inspired Katsu dishes. Me and my family love Katsu Curry. So you can just imagine how excited I was when I spotted this place and anticipated the opening. The wait for a table around dinner time was approximately 30 minutes. Their most unique dish would be the Hire katsu pork tenderloin, which was explained to be the lean, dark meat tenderloin of the pork. A thicker cut than the Tonkatsu pork loin. I really enjoyed this dish as it was tastier than the Tonkatsu and surprisingly quite tender and moist. We also ordered the Tonkatsu, Chicken Katsu and also the appetizer of Shrimp and Oyster Katsu. All served with curry, miso soup and delicious pickles. The curry was flavorful and had just the right amount of spice. We ate everything and cleaned off our plates, so you know it was good! The serving staff were all knowledgeable and explained the menu well, they were all very nice and friendly. We definitely enjoyed the food here and will definitely come back for more. Must try spot! read more

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New katsu place. Limited seating.Recommend going right when they open to avoid waiting. Sign up on their waitlist (QR at the front door entrance)We came on a Sunday evening right when they open and were able to be seated quickly. I triedthe tonkatsu curry. Super good. Comes with a side of miso soup. Definitely will be back again to try the tonkatsu entree and their chicken katsu. A must to try read more

We tried Katsu Gin this week and were pleased with the food. We ordered the vegetarian curry set, the tonkatsu curry set, and a side of chicken katsu to try. Overall, everything was good. Our only minor complaints were that we wished the meat were cut thinner, the pickles had more flavor, the miso soup had more miso, and there were spice level options, as we like our curries hot. Overall, the food and ambiance were great, and the customer service was terrific. We appreciate the simple, one-page menu and the quality food. 7.5/10, and we will be back! read more

It was delicious! The food was great, the ambiance was lovely, and the presentation was excellent. I highly recommend it! will definitely come again ^^ read more

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

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I waited to visit this place twice with my husband before giving them an excellent review. They're food and service did not just stay consistent but even better by my the second visit. The workers there genuinely try their best to deliver exceptional food that will make you say "amazing" with every bite! The staff are so warm, friendly, and very attentive which adds more to the positive ambiance and experience. Shout out to Wen and the other girls whose friendliness and exceptional banter make it super enjoyable to eat here. We love eating by the bar to see the incredible staff in action and I commend them for running such a smooth food delivery line. The cooks are so friendly too and we really appreciate them serving the food with a smile. Now to the food .... you have to try the "Hire" Katsu!!!! I was super mindblown and baffled how pork can taste like steak! They must be massaging that pig like wagyu style coz its the juiciest, softest, and leanest pork I've tasted! My husband is seriously impressed by their chicken curry katsu plate ... and we don't take this lightly because we are big fans and regulars at Coco Ichiban when we lived in SoCal. The curry is a perfectly balanced flavor, not too powerful but definitely leaves a great impression!!! All the dishes taste very authentic and freshly made and we found ourselves saying this is saving us a Japan trip to eat such great caliber Katsu Curry! We tried almost everything in the menu here and none of them have disappointed. When it says sweet oyster, they were huge and sweet and very flavorful. The tokoyaki had at least 4 tentacles with every bite and was not overpowering with the batter ... best one I've had! The shrimp with veggie tempura has a cabbage side salad that perfectly compliments each bite. Overall, there's a reason we will always default here when we crave katsu curry. The wait might seem long but rest assured they turn the tables and orders pretty quick and you'll find yourself thinking that the wait is not as long as you would have thought and most importantly the wait is so worth the food you're about to enjoy! read more

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To be completely honest, I've contemplated on writing this review for a few days but Im going to share this because ive had a good experience but also a very shitty one as i got food poisoning. Katsu gin is a very new restaurant to the Milpitas area and love that its very close to me. The ambiance and inside is very beautiful as you can tell the owner really sat down and took their time creating this place. Its really beautiful and love the open kitchen layout. The staff is lovely! Starting with the person who greeted us at the door and he even recommended us some great sake to taste. He was very chill and cool to talk to. Our server was great as well and checked up on us regularly. What made me contemplating on writing this review is that afterwards of eating here, me and my girlfriend actually got food poisoning from this place. I should have known better because our food came out within 5 minutes of ordering. In the moment i didnt care cause I was so hungry and the food looked spectacular and tasted even better. I read other reviews and saw that other people had the same experience as us where their food came out within minutes of ordering. Food was delicious but it was not fresh. Katsu exterior was not as crunchy and was not hot to touch at all. Temperature was forsure room temp or even slightly lower. The miso soup that was served on the side was as hot as well. Seems like they more so cared about efficiency rather than freshness. The food was great until it didnt feel that great afterwards for me and my girlfriend. Not sure if id really come back but freshness definitely needs to be something they need to work on. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California