The pork-loin curry set was kinda dry. And there wasn't anything special about the curry. I feel like the katsu sitting in the curry took away from the crispiness. And being a lean protein, it dried out and was lowkey overwhelming because of out dense it was. They also use a generic sesame dressing for the salad. Restaurant was small and service was friendly. read more

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I was really excited to have a katsu place open up on this side of town. I'm sad to report that my food was quite disappointing. My husband and I arrived on a Saturday around 7:15pm and there were 6-7 parties ahead of us. Luckily, we only had to wait about 25 minutes before we were seated. We got the shrimp and oyster katsu appetizer to share. I ordered the hire katsu set and my husband got the tonkatsu curry. The shrimp and oyster katsu was delicious! Perfectly crispy and paired wonderfully with rice or on its own. My husband didn't care for the curry. He said it tasted generic and nothing special about it. His tonkatsu was decent - it had a nice crisp, was tender, and fairly juicy. We've definitely have had better. The most underwhelming part of the meal was my hire katsu. It was so incredibly dry. It was tender due to the leanness of the protein, but there was no juice whatsoever. The breading was also completely separated/detached from the pork as well. If you see the picture, the breading was just like a shell. It fell off completely as I ate. I felt that the portions were fair for the price. Considering most dine in places are running at least $15+ now. However, I was disappointed it didn't meet expectations. The parking lot is a bit tricky. The majority of the spots out front are all 20 min zones. If you go around the corner, you'll find regular spots, but they were all filled up for us. read more

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We came here on a weekday evening and I was surprised at the seating. There were multiple two-seat tables open and they gave us one in the middle of restaurant where everyone walks past you. So I immediately asked for another table near the window because of less traffic. I found the staff member very rude, saying that we could either sit there or the bar. So we sat there and withstood all of this extra traffic and because the place is tight, people's arms and bags were hitting our table. What got me about this whole thing is that others who came after us were seated at the two-seater tables immediately after we were and so it didn't seem like there was any rationale for refusing our request to sit near the window. The food was just okay. We ordered the gyoza as the appetizer but that came well after we were finishing our curries, which made it well, less appetizing. The chicken katsu curry was just okay. The chicken was very big and more on the bland side. The curry could have used vegetables in them but it didn't really have that, just some pickles, which was kind of annoying. My friend really liked his clam katsu curry. The service could improve. This place does get busy as well. read more

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I had read previous reviews and thought there would be issues, but honestly it was a very good Katsu experience! We can on a Friday night at 7pm and waited about 12 minutes for a four person table. To speed the process along, you actually order right before they seat you which helps cut down ordering time. We got the Tonkotsu and the Hirekatsu sets, for science. The Tonkotsu cut was well cooked, very thicc, and tasted great esp with the katsu sauce. The Hirekatsu was actually noticeably more moist and tender than the Tonkotsu, so the premium was worth it. The Hirekatsu was also cut differently, so that it was meat side down which meant the breading stayed crispier longer! I noticed the Tonkotsu did get a little soggy on the bottom, but I think they just need to get a taller grating to hold the katsus for more airflow. Service was quick and highly attentive, so for the US, it's a really amazing katsu place! While Tonkatsu in Japan is amazing, It's not fair to just compare this place to Japanese katsu shops who have been specializing in Katsu for decades. Overall Highly approved and would def comeback! read more

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Finally, a place specializing in katsu close to home! I believe I came during their soft opening. I think we waited about 20ish minutes to be seated, but we did come later in the night and avoided the dinner rush. If you come during peak time, I imagine the wait would be longer. I love that they offer seafood and meat options for the katsu. You can opt for the standard katsu set or go for a curry set. I was happy with my katsu set. The katsu's breading was airy and crispy without feeling oily. The meat was also juicy and tender as well. The sauces and sides paired well with katsu. Don't really have any complaints so far. Would definitely return for my katsu cravings. read more

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Outstanding experience all around. We visited with a group of 12 people, which is likely the maximum size they can comfortably accommodate since the layout occupies the former Starbucks space. We arrived about 30 minutes before opening, and the staff was exceptionally accommodating, setting up a dedicated long table for us along the back wall. The service throughout our meal was top-tier. The food is truly authentic. Most of our group ordered the Hirekatsu, and it is easily some of the best tonkatsu you can get in California. The finely shredded cabbage is incredibly fresh, sliced using a specialized machine brought over from Japan, and paired with their house-made dressing. Pro tip: you can ask them to squeeze extra dressing onto your cabbage salad. The curry katsu dishes also looked fantastic, and a friend who visited the following day confirmed the fish and shrimp katsu are equally great. For drinks, they offer a yuzu-flavored sake served in traditional mokkiri style, where the shot glass overflows into a wooden masu box to symbolize generosity. Fantastic quality, attentive staff, and well worth a visit. Highly recommended! read more

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

Was in the mood for some katsu and curry. We went here for a family lunch on Mother's Day. We all tried different things. The kids got chicken katsu and oyster katsu and chicken skin. Adults had fish katsu and the hirekatsu. Kids demolished their food and wouldn't let me try the chicken katsu but they're picky eaters and ate everything so it must have been really good. The fish katsu was delicious and came with miso soup which was also good. Service was good and attentive. Will definitely come back again. Highly recommended. read more

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Meal started off so strong with the Hokkaido oyster and shrimp katsu appetizer! The coating was crisp, the inside was super moist, and just had this delicious sweet flavor. The entrees, on the other hand, somewhat paled in comparison. We got the pork loin tonkatsu and hire katsu, which although were both tender (especially the latter), tasted extremely bland and relied almost entirely on the sauces. The breading on the bottom of the katsu was also quite soggy. Overall, the appetizer was fantastic, but the entrees were mid at best. read more

Katsu Gin - From closest to furthest: tonkatsu set, hokkadio oyster and shrimp, hide katsu set - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

This place is my whole time favorite if I am craving Katsu cutlets. We have been here multiple times. The service good and the restaurant look bright and pleasant. read more

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A nice solid katsu restaurant in Milpitas. We came on a Saturday night and there was a 15-20min wait time, not too bad and they take your order when you're in line so it comes out faster We ordered the katsu hire and fish katsu and both were delicious. I wished the meat was cut thinner so it's easier to eat but it was chonky (but it was maybe just the dish I ordered). It was cooked where it is still semi juicy. The fried part is thin, I usually like it deep deep fried but it was lightly fried. I would come to try the other dishes if I'm craving Katsu! read more

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

What an authentic katsu spot! I had a hankering for some great katsu curry like I had in Japan, and my husband found this spot that had options for a vegetarian too! I honestly was expecting some like coco ichibanya (or hoping that it'd be close), and Katsu Gin was waaaaay better! The curry is very tasty and just the right thickness, and the katsu was freshly fried. The meat was tender and juicy, not at all dry like most chain katsus. If you want some great katsu curry, Katsu Gin is great! The atmosphere is also very calm, even with kids in the restaurant, so it's a great spot for a date or night out. read more

Katsu Gin - Hire katsu curry and veggie katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Katsu Gin in Milpitas (right next to Noah's Bagels, where the old Starbucks used to be) is officially my new favorite spot for authentic Japanese Katsu and curries. I ordered the Chicken Katsu (Juicy Chicken) and when they say juicy, they mean it! Lightly breaded, crisp, flaky, and unbelievably tender! It's easily the best chicken katsu I've had in a long time. The Tonkatsu Pork Loin Cutlet was a little on the dry side but still thick, meaty, and flavorful. Each dish came with miso soup and a shredded cabbage salad. Even the salad was delicious thanks to their savory miso-style dressing. Portions are generous and average between $18-$23, which feels fair for the quality and care put into each dish. They've only been open for three weeks but I'm already a fan. The service was fast and they were super accommodating with their guests. I still can't believe this is the old Starbucks because it completely looks different. The vibe is just so modern and inviting. This is one of those hidden gems that deserves all the love. We'll definitely be back and telling everyone about it. That chicken though... still got me saying "DAAAAMNNN, that was JUICY, baby babyyyyy!" read more

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I would give this place a solid 3.5/5 I ordered the chicken tonkatsu curry and really wished they had separated the curry from the fried chicken. The bottom half ended up soggy, but the chicken itself was juicy and fried well. The pork loin tonkatsu was the most expensive item on the menu, but surprisingly it ranked below the chicken for me. It was dry, thick, and for the price it should have been executed much better. There was no juiciness at all, and it was honestly hard to finish without constantly sipping water to help it go down. The miso soup was alright, but nothing memorable. I did appreciate the little side dishes with the sauce and pickles. The restaurant is small, so I would not recommend coming here extremely hungry. The servers were nice though, and they handled the constant flow of people really well. read more

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Came here for dinner on a Wednesday night, and it was actually pretty busy. We were seated at the last available table, and we arrived around 6pm. When we were leaving the restaurant around 7pm, we saw there was a line outside, so make sure you come early - otherwise you'll have to wait! The inside is fairly small, not great for large groups probably. The menu is pretty limited, but all of the items we tried were delicious. We got the pork katsu curry & the chicken katsu curry. We also got the chicken skin for an appetizer. The chicken skin was nice and crispy, it was a good little snack as we waited for our entrees to arrive. The katsu curries were delicious, and the portions were quite large as well. Each of the entrees came with a miso soup and a mix of pickled veggies, which was a nice addition to the otherwise heavy meal. Overall, we really enjoyed our meal here. I would recommend it if you are looking for a tasty katsu. read more

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My family of 4 tried this spot on a Thursday night and there was a bit of a wait ~20 min. It's an open kitchen concept so it's a smaller seating area with maybe 8 counter seats and 10 tables max? When our table was almost ready, they had us come inside and look over the menu/order first. Once seated, it rook about 15 minutes for our food to be ready and we dug in! We tried the - HIRE KATSU SET: The hire katsu is tender despite being thickly cut, and comes with sauce and pickles. However, the pork definitely could've used more flavor (rather than relying on the dipping sauces). - CHICKEN KATSU CURRY: solid dish - TONKATSU DON: The don had thick cuts of pork but with more of a bite/chew to it. The pork was also a bit bland and while the rice was doused with a sweet-savory broth, there just wasn't enough balance. All in all, the flavor could definitely be better but the breading is crispy and fried well. read more

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We were a party of 2 and came early for dinner for their soft opening. We live close by and had been eyeing this place since the signage was put up. We were seated immediately and they let us know they added takoyaki as a new appetizer so we ordered that along with an order of ebi curry katsu and chicken curry katsu. When the takoyaki came out, the waiter placed it on our table but didn't bring out any small plates for us to eat them off of. Ok fine, I asked him to bring us a couple of small plates. He proceeded to ask the head chef/manager/ owner? but the response made us really uncomfortable. He kept grilling the waiter on WHY we wanted these plates. Why make such a big deal and so loudly where we could hear? You would think I was asking him for a kidney with his attitude... WTF. Anytime I've eaten out and had appetizers, the staff always gives you small plates to eat off of. Am I suppose to shove a whole takoyaki in my mouth? What if I picked it up with my chopsticks and it falls onto the table? That's why I like to eat OVER a plate. Anyways, after that exchange, waiter brings me one plate. Fine, I proceed to take a bite and the middle of the takoyaki is ice cold. Let waiter know, small apologies, said they would remake. Our entrees come out and we were pretty underwhelmed with the whole experience. Husband didn't care for the food, I thought it was a solid 3. They bring out the replacements takoyaki and it looked almost burnt. By then, we were pretty much done with the whole experience. Packed up the leftovers and left without a single apology from management. Should I chalk this up to the newness? Nah I don't care for the attitude and abrasiveness in front of guests. Sorry katsu gin, due to your customer service, we won't be back. read more

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There aren't many Katsu places that I know of in the bay so this restaurant is definitely popular. We came as a party of 6 around 5:55PM and got seated around 7:10PM and served around 7:25PM. It's a relatively smaller restaurant that could fit probably about 30-40 people total so there is always people waiting for a table outside. I got the Tonkatsu set $18 instead of the Tonkatsu curry because I wanted cabbage as a side. We also got a side of curry to share between 3 people and it was the perfect amount just to try and share. The tonkatsu was moist, and it was served on a wire rack but some pieces of the katsu were soggy on the bottom despite being placed on the with rack. But it was still very tasty regardless. I would definitely come here again. read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu $18 -- delicious - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

A new spot with excellent Japanese katsu! The restaurant looks very clean. Portion is huge. My boyfriend and I shared a set and two appetizers and both of us were pretty full. Katsu was flavorful, tender and juicy. Staff was polite and helpful. Will definitely revisit! read more

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

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New katsu spot in Milpitas (opened around a month ago as of writing) right off of 237 . Cozy interior with bar and table seating. Staff were attentive and friendly, happy to answer any questions we had Menu is pretty simple - mainly offers dry / curry katsu sets. Meat quality was impressive and breading was nice and crumbly with a decent crunch. Seasoning was on the light side but that's okay with me because I love meat flavor by itself. Also comes with katsu sauce, pickles, and a spicy pepper sauce to enhance flavor. hire katsu set (pork tenderloin) meat was JUICY but not overwhelmingly fatty! The chunk was really thickkkkk so it doesn't dry out / overcook as easily. More of like a trade off between crunch vs juice. Some more salt in the breading or dipping salt on the side would've been nice. read more

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Went during their soft opening and it was pretty packed! The restaurant isn't super large but has a decent amount of seating. Once sat, we promptly ordered our food and it came out faster than I expected! For appetizer, we ordered the takoyaki. Best takoyaki I've had in forever. I honestly would come back just for this dish. For entree, I ordered the Hire Katsu. The portion was larger than I expected. I only was able to eat half then got the rest to go. I liked that they offered a spicy and normal katsu sauce too. Both were pretty good, but I definitely preferred the regular katsu sauce. (The katsu reheats nicely in the air fryer!) read more

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It was good. I like the shrimp katsu so good! We got there when it opened but good thing we did bc it got packed on a Thursday night. 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

I really enjoyed the katsu here! I recommend coming early - right around the time when they open or before as they fill up really quickly. I got there 5:40 (they open at 5:30) and ended uo waiting an hour to get seated! They have two TVs playing sports - all streamed from some Asian channel since it has Asian commercials! But they played baseball and basketball since the Warriors were on. Overall I really enjoyed the meal. I will come back to try the katsu set! All of the katsu was very crispy and juicy! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Try to get here early! It's a small restaurant, so it can get pretty crowded. We came about 30 mins after opening and had to wait for an hour (table of 3). Service: Efficient. They were busy but tried to be attentive. But I get it when you are a small restaurant, many of the staff wear multiple hats. Food: Yum Yummy yum!!! Curry katsu set - definitely splurge for the hire (pork tenderloin) super juicy and tender. The curry itself was standard- felt like something was missing but can't quite figure out what. Katsu set - delicious! Loved that it came with two types of sauce. Katsu was fried perfectly and seasoned well. Rice could have been more firm - seemed just a tad bit overcooked. Overall: would definitely come back! read more

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I was pretty interested to try out the place that replaced the Starbucks that closed a few years ago. Ordered the chicken katsu curry. It came with a miso soup that was very flavorful. The curry was also delicious and the breading on the chicken was solid as well. I do wish the portion of chicken was slightly bigger. The restaurant is quite small so the atmosphere is quite loud and expect a lengthy wait if you have a big group. Even sitting at the bar, it still took over 30 minutes to get seated for 2 on a Saturday night. read more

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

This restaurant was newly opened and we saw long lines every time we drove by that area. Finally got to try it out. We arrived at 1pm on Sunday and there were 15 groups in the wait list ahead of us. We were told that the wait would be 1 hour. Surprisingly, we got a seat in 10 min (probably because we were only 2 persons). The menu has a few options of Katsu set, Katsu with curry, and Katsu Don. We got the Hire Katsu set and Tonkatsu Curry. Both came with pickled veggies, rice, and miso soup. The Hire Katsu set had 5 large pieces of Katsu and a generous portion of cabbage salad. The Katsu meat was super tender and the outside was crispy but not too oily. The Tonkatsu Curry also had five generous slices of Tonkatsu. The curry was delicious and paired really well with the Tonkatsu. Comparing these two, the Hire Katsu was more tender than the Tonkatsu, but the meat was a little too big for me, so I personally preferred the size of the Tonkatsu slices. The cabbage salad dressing was surprisingly good and tangy. There were other options such as shrimp and fish on the menu. Will definitely come back again! read more

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Yummy and great portions! We had the Oyako-don and Hire-katsu (pork tenderloin) and left feeling absolutely stuffed. I think the next time I visit, I'll share a set with a side of protein. We dined Sunday night when they reopened and seats filled up quickly. The food did take a while to arrive, but likely due to the dinner rush. I liked that the food wasn't too salty. I can see someone describing it as bland, but the katsu set comes with sauces (worcestershire-based and a spicy ketchup) and a side of pickles. You can also ask for extra sauce. The pork tenderloin was very juicy, tender, and not dry at all. The oyako-don was comforting. I've mentioned portion sizes already, but they are very generous and great for the quality and price. Going to be my new go-to katsu spot! For weekend dinner, I suggest coming a bit early before they open to get a seat. My partner and I took the last 2-person table before a line formed outside. read more

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Food 4/5 Really loved the hire option they have here! It is more tender than the usual tonkatsu and what I would get next time I come! I got the tonkatsu and it tasted pretty similar to curry hyuga. Their crust is outstanding and you can taste the freshness of the katsu. Service 5/5 Servers are very attentive here and the meals come out fast. They'll also explain to you the difference between the cuts if you're unsure of what to get. We came on a Friday night about 30mins after opening and waited about ~40mins to be seated. Ambiance 4/5 The lighting in this restaurant is on the darker side and the tables are pretty close to one another that you can kind of hear each others conversations. Not an ideal restaurant for you to take your time w the food and chat, but great if you're craving curry or katsu! read more

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

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The tonkatsu pork with egg was delicious! The pickled veggies on the side were also very good. I wish the egg came fried on the side instead of on top because it made the cutlet soggy. My boyfriend got the curry which was also very good! read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu pork with egg - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

In my pursuit of authentic Japanese Katsu don in the Bay Area, we came to this recently opened restaurants in Milpitas. To avoid the crowds, we arrived right before 6pm on a weekday and we got seated pretty quickly. Inside of the restaurant is very clean but because of its open kitchen design, the smell of the oil from the fryer is very strong. We ordered Katsu set and a Katsu curry, a Katsu oyster & shrimp as appetizer, and they all came within 10 mins. I can tell from the skin of the Tokatsu they are using the breadcrumbs from fresh toast bread, which is a very good sign, it only took bite of the tokatsu and I know they are definitely one of the top tonkatsu spots in the Bay Area! The portion of the food a huge, I can't finish the set meal and had to bring some home, needless to say, we will be back! read more

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Craving Katsu? This place delivers. Stopped in for Saturday lunch around 11:50 A.M. with a friend--seated in under 10 minutes. I ordered their most popular set, the Kire Katsu, on the waitress's recommendation. Every bite hit the mark. Crisp pickles, tangy cabbage salad, perfectly steamed white rice, and solid miso soup. But the star? That katsu. Golden, juicy, crunchy perfection. The kitchen clearly runs a tight ship--the quality feels consistent and top-notch. Highly recommend if you're looking for authentic Katsu done right. read more

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

We went to Katsu Gin for lunch. It's a small Japanese katsu restaurant next to the Milpitas city hall. The place is decently decorated and reasonably clean. The service is friendly and efficient. We got seated immediately and the food came out within 10 minutes. The chicken katsu set was really good. The chicken was tender and well seasoned. The dipping sauces were great and the rice was perfectly cooked. 5 stars on that dish. The hire katsu curry on the other hand was a disappointment. The curry was watered down and kinda tasteless. The pork itself was cut into large chunks (they don't give you a knife). Some of the pork was tender but some was kinda chewy. 3 stars for this one. I'll probably go back but I'll skip the curry next time. read more

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My friend and I dined here for lunch on a weekend and there was a bit of a wait. The interior is small and there isn't much of a waiting area so we sat outside until seats were available at the counter. The open kitchen makes the restaurant feel pretty chaotic and loud (though the chaotic atmosphere could also be due to it just being a new restaurant). I ordered the chicken katsu curry set and asked to add a salad on the side since I'd seen reviews saying the salad was good. Everything was tasty, though they don't give much sauce. We requested more tonkatsu sauce and they gave us a small dipping sauce dish to share. Overall the meal was solid and I enjoyed the variety of flavors. read more

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

I've been looking forward to trying this place ever since I saw the signage go up! Came with friends on a Sunday evening, we waited about 30 minutes before being seated. The interior has a nice feel with the wooden furniture and semi-open kitchen. Menu has a variety of options for katsu, we got the shrimp and oyster appetizer to share, and I got the Pork Katsu set. The batter is super crispy and flaky, the meat was juicy and not gristly at all. Really liked the variety of sauces that came with it as well, has a worchester-style tonkatsu sauce and a spicy sauce. The rice was also nice and fluffy. There's not many katsu specialty shops in South Bay, so this is a nice addition and I'd definitely come back! read more

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The katsu, which is their specialty, was so dry. The sauce to dip it in was also very mediocre. Everything was just okay despite how pricey it is. I would not come back or recommend this spot. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

When there's a chill in the air, what's better than a bowl of hearty curry and hot katsu? I came to Katsu Gin on a Wednesday night and had an overall good experience! The staff were very friendly, the service was fast, and the food was fresh. Only being open for about three weeks, I thought the wait time was going to be long. To my surprise, my friend and I walked in and were immediately seated! When I walked in, I noticed this location is really small. The open kitchen concept takes up half the restaurant. However, I like this concept because you can watch the cooks preparing your order from the counter. This location could work on improving the flow of service. I felt like the servers looked confused about which dishes were going where and you can hear the main cook directing everyone loudly from the kitchen. The vibe seemed a little hectic. However, I think this can be fixed with time and more training. This location offers a variety of katsu and katsu curry sets. They also offer some delicious appetizers such as shrimp and vegetable katsu and crispy chicken skin! I also love that they include fish katsu on their menu as well. The following are the dishes I tried: -Shrimp & Vegetable Katsu (5/5) : This appetizer was super light and crispy! The plate came with two pieces of succulent shrimp, thinly sliced kabocha squash and sweet potato. The vegetables were tender and served on a bed of fluffy, thinly sliced cabbage. My only con is I wish there was more sauce on the dish or extra tonkatsu sauce provided on the side. -Hire Katsu Curry (Pork Tenderloin cutlet) (5/5): I would 100% order this dish again!! This curry set was both visually appealing and delicious! The hire katsu was thick, juicy, tender, and crispy. The curry was hearty and comforting. I also liked the addition of the cream sauce (maybe tomato?) -- it added color and elevated the flavor of the curry. I'm also a sucker for pickled condiments on the side. This location uses three -- takuan (yellow pickled daikon), fukujinzuke (red pickled daikon), and pickled pearl onions. These pickles added sweetness, acidity, and color which balanced the overall dish. I would definitely get this dish again! I would come back to this location again! Next time I want to try their takoyaki and fish katsu set. read more

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

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The wait time could be long and I'm always happy to see more variety in the katsu space. Overall the restaurant isn't too big but there may be about an hour or so wait depending on the time you come. The menu has a few pork cuts for your katsu as well as a curry variant of the same option. These all come over rice with a side shredded cabbage you'd typically see in Japan. I got the Hirekatsu with Curry option. The was a bit more "plump" than what you'd typically see with Katsu. It could just be mine but it quite dry and tough rather than juicy. The curry could be better. I didn't feel like it added much to the dish as it was rather bland. To compare, some alternative in the area is Demiya which offers katsu and curry as well. Demiya offers a thinner cut of katsu as well as spice level variety of curry and add ons. Otherwise, the service is pretty normal. Music is blasting a bit louder than I'd like but should be okay for a conversations. Overall, the katsu isn't bad and its one of the few places that offers an actual sitdown experience that focuses around katsu. Overall, the katsu here was okay for what you can easily get around South Bay with a menu offering that reminds me a bit of what you could get when visiting a katsu option in Japan. read more

So excited to have a yummy katsu curry place close by !! We ordered hari katsu plate and katsu curry. Also the shrimp and oyster katsu. Their curry is flavorful with a kick and the katsus are fried perfectly! Everything was perfect and so so delicious! We ended up ordering extra portions for my kids because they loved it so much! Service was also amazing! it's a tiny restaurant so make sure you come early to avoid the wait! can't wait to come back! read more

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Katsu Gin is another solid katsu spot in the area, and I'm really glad there's more variety like this around. It's always nice to have options when you're in the mood for a good, crispy cutlet. The flavors here are great--the katsu is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and everything feels well-executed. I also really like the sauce--it adds a nice balance of sweetness and tang that complements the katsu really well without overpowering it. Portions are generous too, so you definitely leave feeling satisfied. Definitely worth checking out if you're craving katsu. read more

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