Food is delicious and comes out so fast! I had the black garlic tonkotsu but I would probably just stick to the regular tonkotsu next time. The caterpillar roll was my favorite, and it hit the spot for all 3 of us. Their lunch specials look like a great deal too. read more

Friendly staff. Clean interior. Good food selection and quality. Met friends to get ramen in a cold night and we ended up trying several non-ramen dishes as well. The ramen itself was very tasty, but the pork katsu dan I had was a bit bland and I wish the katsu would have retained some of the crispiness. All staff members were super friendly and attentive. They give you two buttons to quickly notify staff if you need anything, which is a smart addition. read more

Katsu Ramen - Pork katsu Dan - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

I came here on a weekday for their lunch specials. We got 2 lunch specials one with 2 regular rolls and another special with tonkatsu ramen and fried rice. The ramen/rice special also came with gyoza and miso soup so it was all well worth the money. The staff were friendly and attentive. The service was quick. I enjoyed the California roll and thought the tuna roll was just okay. The tonkatsu ramen was a big serving and it had good flavor and portions (noodles, meat). The fried rice was a little too salty for my liking but it still had good flavor. Overall it was a nice experience. Quick service. Good prices and good food. read more

Katsu Ramen - Lunch special feat 2 regular rolls and tonkatsu ramen. - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

went for the lunch special and was so pleased. We ordered two types of Ramen, the goyza, fried rice and Katsu bowl. I thought the vegetarian Ramen was the best I've ever had. Your service was great and they ended up with a whole other meal to take home. read more

It was a cold Friday night and for dinner we decided ramen. Something to warm us up. It was delicious black garlic, spicy chicken and soyu all delicious. Love their chili paste or oil. Nice creamy hint of sweet soup base. Definitely big portions worth the money. My daughter also got the tuna norgi it was huge and pork gyoza ad an app. Service was great it was a little wait but not long so we went next door to snowl for boba. Great ambience. Definitely will return for the great food and service read more

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In an evolving ramen scene in Denver, Katsu has its place. It's prices are competitive and it's popular among locals with fast service and quick turn around. They have a pretty extensive menu. I've had their tonkatsu several times to fill my cravings but it's average at best. It's very similar to the milky broth that's typical in American/Japanese ramen shops in the US. It's typically less hearty and rich than the tonkotsu broths you see in Japan or even places like California or New York with big Japanese population. I feel many broths here in Denver almost have this milky or cream element which is not authentic. Noodles are similar to most places, lack of bouncy and chew (could be lack of sodium and bicarb that's required in many ramen noodles). However I do like their currys and onigiri. It makes a quick lunch and fills you up. Overall it's average and you can find better read more

Not much has changed over the last 7-8 years except one notable item. What was opened as a cozy izakaya turned into a full blown restaurant many years later. They definitely needed the space! Food is still delicious but I noticed on my last trip my narutomaki was missing. I usually grab a shoyu ramen and an onigiri. Hope they throw it in next time or even my beloved kamaboko! We were immediately greeted at the door and ended with a fond farewell from multiple people. The place feels like a giant izakaya by Japan's standards. Parking is a bit impossible too so definitely plan your trip. Everyone here is nice, super fast and down the earth. Highly recommend coming and enjoying the new menu as well! read more

This a great Ramen Restaurant. I ordered the Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen, the flavor and portion size was outstanding. The service was impeccable, three different employees came by to make sure I had everything I needed. The prices at this restaurant are very affordable. I will definitely dine here again. read more

Katsu Ramen - Tonkotsu Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

I've been waiting to try Katsu ramen for a long time and here I am. I ordered two of their popular ramen bowls, the Shoyu ramen and the Tonkosu ramen, both were 3/10 The slices of pork were hard to chew on, it was way too greasy that I couldn't even taste the broth. The flavors were just bland, no bok chow or whatsoever in our bowls at all. The onigiris were tasty but fell apart and all over the table at the first bite. No good! No good! I wasn't impressed at all, and based on the previous reviews, my expectations were high and I didn't enjoyed that much. The place was clean and the waitress was friendly that's the only reason why I give them 2 stars. read more

Sometimes you just need a comfort meal of Ramen after a long day at work and a chilly night. This place is recommended to me and I'm pretty glad they did. The service was a bit slow, but they were also really busy. I decided on the peach Soju and the spicy chicken Ramen. They sold you was good, but it could've been better. Had it have been a little bit more tart. The Ramen was really good. There was a lot of big bold flavors, but also I feel as though it could've been a little bit more on the savory side seeing as it was a little on the sweet side. The spice was nice. I wouldn't have mind something a little bit more puncher though, personal preference. I could see myself going back read more

Katsu Ramen - Spicy Chicken (Tan Tan Ramen) - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Decent size portions and such comforting food. Love that's it's the type of restaurant that has buttons to ask for the waiter. read more

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I've never really been into curry. Every time I tried it before, it just didn't hit the mark. That changed when I discovered Japanese curry, and Katsu Ramen reminded me exactly why I've grown to love it. The Katsu Curry is the real standout. The sauce is rich and flavorful with just the right amount of spice, and it comes with a generous portion of rice. You can choose between chicken or pork katsu. I went with the chicken, and even though it's made with chicken breast, it was juicy, crispy, and perfectly cooked. We also tried the onigiri (tuna mayo and BBQ beef), which were both delicious, and the gyoza, which was fresh, pan-seared, and full of flavor. Everything tasted homemade and came out hot. We did try the Tonkotsu Ramen too. It was solid and clearly made with care, but it's the curry that really stole the show for us. The restaurant is small, but the staff is friendly and incredibly attentive. The food came out fast, and we were in and out in under an hour. We've already been back twice within one week, which probably says more than anything else. If you haven't tried Japanese curry before, this is the place to start. read more

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I just adore this place. Nothing better than a hot bowl of ramen on a cold day! I've brought people here and they all remarked that they'd forgotten how good it was. They stay busy for a reason, so be prepared to wait on the weekends - worth it! read more

I absolutely love coming to this place. It is so good. The Ramen is just always on point and definitely exactly what I need every single time I go it's so flavorful , the chili that they give you on the side of the bowl is not too spicy definitely not sweet. It's just such a good flavor enhancer. We left very very full and very, very satisfied. They have an interesting way. They do things there with these little buttons on the side of the table for service or water and you just kind of press them and they're on their way. I think it's very cool and innovative everyone that came to our table was very nice and I just wanna try everything on their menu. It is so so good. It was pretty full for a Saturday night, but I didn't have to wait too long for my food at all. We got set right away and serviced right away and everything went way smoothly and I'm definitely coming back and I recommend everybody to try !! read more

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Amazing food, authentic and fresh! We tried the Sushi, ramen and rice bowl combo's. Large portions! read more

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We arrived for dinner and were seated immediately. Our drink order was taken just a few minutes after sitting down, then we perused the menu to place our order. We ordered the Edamame, Grilled Salmon Onigiri, Spicy Chicken Ramen, Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen, and the Tonkotsu Shoyu ramen. The food came out quickly. The smell alone had me sold. The food was just as delicious as it smelled. The restaurant has a relaxed and casual ambiance. The staff were super attentive. Highly recommend! read more

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This place was a genuine surprise. I wasn't expecting much from a strip mall ramen spot, but it exceeded my expectations. I had the Japanese curry here, not ramen, and it immediately brought me back to Japan. That same crispy katsu with the rich, slightly sweet curry that you get all over Tokyo. The flavors were spot on, and for the price point, it was impressive. Most everyone else at the table went with poke bowls. No complaints there either, and telling sign - no leftovers. When a table clears their plates, that's usually a good indicator that the kitchen is doing its job. What sealed the deal was that we got seated quickly. No waiting around for 45 minutes like some of these trendy spots that think a line out the door means quality. Sometimes you want good, affordable food without the hassle. Was a surprise, and it was good - worth it. After eating all over Japan, I can say this place holds its own for a Denver suburb spot. I'll be back to try their actual ramen next time. read more

So worth the drive if you aren't close but they are in a good location- Easy to get to FAST! Lol and slurp to your hearts content AndYou are In a State of Peaceful Happiness Smiley Face emoji! THANKS!!! read more

WOW! This could certainly be the best ramen I've had in the Denver area...and I ordered takeout! I had the Black Garlic Tonkotsu and Japanese Dumplings - both were incredibly flavorful, hot, and well-prepared! The staff went above and beyond by including gluten-free soy sauce for the dumplings. I can't wait to dine-in at this place - what a gem!! read more

This is my favorite Ramen shop in South East Denver. I crave the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen with egg noodles. I eat here at least once a week in the cold months. The service is polite, prompt and quick. The ambiance is cool, wish they would add more Japanese kitsch and anime ephemera. I have also tried NOMI which is close by and decent but Katsu is the king on this side of town. Love it. You will too. read more

Busy on a Sunday night usually bodes well. We were seated right away and shown two little buzzer devices that had 6 total buttons that we could press for service, hot chili oil, water, etc., which I hadn't seen before but thought was pretty cool. The menus are all underneath the clear table top so no need for paper menus or QR codes (also smart). I usually go for a spicy ramen, but the only spicy one on the menu was chicken and I usually prefer pork, so I just got the tonkatsu with pork. It definitely needed spice so we buzzed for chili oil, but had to buzz it 3 times for anyone to come by. Once I added the chili oil to mine it was a LOT better. Without it, a little too bland for my liking. The rest of the service was otherwise relatively quick and prices were reasonable here, with easy parking too (though a surprisingly busy parking lot!) read more

Katsu Ramen - Tonkatsu - needed a little more heat and umami. - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

First time at Katsu Ramen, and won't be the last. We've typically avoided this place because the parking is nutty and it's busy, but we finally decided to check it out and we understand the hype. For a place that is always packed with a line, this restaurant knows how to turn tables over quickly without making you feel rushed. You check in via the kiosk at the front of the restaurant and it sends you a text with your place in line. When it's finally your time, they seat you quickly and come over to ask what you want to drink. Then they explain that you order via the paper on your table and then use the buzzer to indicate that you're ready for the server to come take your order. The menu was bigger than I expected, spanning beyond just ramen. There are plenty of onigiri choices both for meat/seafood eaters and vegetarians. There was also a decently extensive sushi menu. I got the vegetarian miso ramen and it was delicious, very fresh and full of a variety of veggies. While I'm generally not a miso fan, this one was rich and flavorful. We were impressed by how quickly the staff will clean tables once the customers leave in order to get it ready for the next customers. read more

I think it is telling when you go on a Monday night and this place is pretty full. The tonkotsu shoyu ramen was delicious. I will be back for sure. A lunch deal is in my future! read more

Katsu Ramen - Menu - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Came in with my family on a Saturday evening. The place wasn't too busy, we were able to be seated right away. It was modern vibes with a sushi bar in the front. Our waiter was not the most friendly. We ordered the black garlic ramen which was tasty, solid 7/10. Also ordered the chicken katsu don, was not tasty, a 5/10. Overall it was an okay experience. read more

Fast delicious and chill! Love the ramen, pork katsu and the poke bowls- everything is fresh and tasty! read more

Katsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Having just returned from a second trip to Japan, getting as close as possible to some authentic food in Colorado was satisfied by Katsu Ramen. Came in about an hour before closing on a Wednesday night and promptly seated. We marked the piece of paper and then used the call buttons for service. Food was good - got a spam teriyaki onigiri, two ramens and gyoza. Shared a large beer and some cold sake - whatever I chose was pretty gross, so I'll need to make sure not to get that next time. Overall great experience and hope to be back soon to try more food! read more

Katsu Ramen - Spam teriyaki onigiri - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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The best ramen place in the state. Been going here 3 years, the service is always fast, the servers are respectful and nice and they always greet you in and out. Prices are excellent and I wouldn't recommend anywhere else but here in you're visiting Colorado. read more

Had a great first visit to Katsu Ramen. Parking was easy, and we were seated right away. The atmosphere was laid back with a bit of eclectic decor that gives it some character. Casual, comfortable, and perfect for a quick but satisfying meal. Service was friendly and efficient. We ordered the black garlic tonkotsu ramen and a couple of onigiri. The ramen was rich and flavorful. Definitely one of the better bowls I've had. The standout for me, though, was the salmon onigiri with garlic soy butter. Would definitely come back. Solid spot all around! read more

Katsu Ramen - Onigir - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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First time having "real ramen" and it was great. So many choices of broth. The waitress was helpful in talking through what I might get. It was crowded and my friend says it always is...That is a good sign in my book! Great choices of beers and drinks. We were seated quickly at a table with other folks. Not family style, but just sit at larger table wherever you can get in. I was still able to talk freely with my friend. I thoroughly enjoyed the meal and plan to find a spot back home. This spot is popular for a reason and I found it a very good dining experience. read more

Katsu Ramen - Ramen with beef! - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Came here for my nieces birthday lunch since she loves ramen. I've never been to a ramen place on Havana but this place was really good. The noodles were crisp and not soggy and the rice dishes were great. Felt at home here. Our service was not the best, but they did get us our food and drinks in a timely manner. read more

Our party of four went to Katsu Ramen for lunch this week. We ordered two miso ramen, two Katsu Don (over rice with egg and onion), and pork gyoza on the side. The miso ramen was the highlight -- flavorful and genuinely delicious. Unfortunately, the Katsu Don was a major letdown. It looked nothing like the menu photo and had almost no flavor. The rice was pasty, topped with beaten egg, and the pork cutlet breading was completely soggy instead of crispy. It tasted like everything had been cooked together, which ruins the texture. The cutlet should have been fried separately and placed on top of the dish after cooking to keep it crisp. If I were redesigning the dish, I'd suggest making it more like a stir-fry with snow peas, mushrooms, carrots, onions, cabbage, and oyster sauce. Deep-fry the cutlets to a golden brown, slice them about an inch thick, place them on top, drizzle with sauce, and serve the rice on the side -- no egg-and-rice mush. I had this recipe in Seattle, and it was remarkable. The gyoza was also disappointing. It wasn't crispy at all, soggy and fell apart when we attempted to dip it in the sauce whether using chopsticks or a fork. It looked it it was cooked on one side on the flat top versus put in a deep frier or a pan with oil in it. It was definitely undercooked. On a positive note, the service was very good -- friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Overall, great ramen and service, but the Katsu Don and gyoza need serious improvement. read more

Katsu Ramen is an excellent Japanese casual eatery with no frills but the food is delicious and you get bang for your buck! We started off with two onigiri - Salmon with garlic soy butter and Miso butter. They are seasoned generously with furikake and the protein is minced inside so it is easily missed. They are good onigiri and definitely filling. Next up was the Black Garlic tonkatsu. The garlic flavor is strong with a ton of noodles and decent sized pork belly pieces. The egg is not soft boiled at all, it is a full on hard boiled soy egg. I appreciated that there was a Naruto slice as that is my favorite additional to ramen. The Pork Katsu Don is GIANT with a hefty portion of Katsu and rice. My husband and I shared all these dishes and we had at least 2 leftover lunch portions. I generally prefer the regular katsu with a crispy exterior but this was very good. I also appreciate that you get refills on the hot green tea :) read more

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Love their black garlic and spicy chicken ramens! Their broth is so delicious! We frequently order from here and are always pleased.

The food was absolutely fantastic ! I've eaten at my fair share of ramen/rice restaurants but Katsu is my favorite. I love the tribute to Japanese anime ! The service is fast and efficient and the chef(s) are back there putting in work. Overall you just need to go try for yourself. read more

Katsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

Damn gooood! My girl, a friend and I went here from the airport and we were starving. We just yelped this place and first one that popped off when you search soups lol. The ambiance was buzzling and full of color. I never been to Osaka Japan but it does reminded me of that from movies. The customer service was outstanding and cannot say more. I really enjoyed my eating experience here because the food were wow!!! So good.. I didn't expect Colorado to have an awesome ramen place like this :) I ordered their shoyu ramen, which is a soy sauce based soup with pork strips and egg ramen. The ingredients were fresh as you can get and really hearty in a cold weather like this. The most exciting part of our food trip are their onigiris.. I think those bad boys stole the show.. it was sooo gooood! The rice and meat mixture inside it with dashes of furikake powder was just excellent :) Overall, best place to get ramen in Colorado in my opinion.. definitely passing by this place again whenever I can :) PS: Almost forgot their Japanese Curry plate... yo try it! It's definitely a must!!! read more

Katsu Ramen - Wow! Makes me hungry whenever I see this pic :P - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

We recently had a great dinner at Katsu Ramen which is in this busy little Korean strip mall. Parking was a bit challenging since it was packed on a Saturday night around 8:30 but we got seated right away. We ordered chicken karaage, black garlic tonkotsu ramen, tonkotsu shoyu, and pork katsu don and everything was good! The katsudon was huge- definitely a generous portion. Between the shoyu tonkotsu and black garlic ramen, I definitely liked the black garlic better because it had way more flavor. The place has a nice, charming Japanese vibe, and the service was efficient. After dinner, we checked out Snowl next door which was packed at the time for some sweet dessert and it did not disappoint. If you're in the area, I definitely recommend trying both spots. read more

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Best Pork Katsu in Colorado. The brown curry is rich and chunky with potatoes...5 stars. Also best Onigiri in Colorado. If you've been to Japan, and desire those 2 dishes in particular, Katsu Ramen does them better than anyone in town. I drive all the way from Boulder for them. Rest of menu is great too and service incredibly efficient. read more

This is my favorite spot for Ramen. So nourishing, so tasteful and just the right amount of portions. I've had their Onigiri's and those are great too. Their miso soup is a must as an appetizer as well. The real showstopper and gem of Katsu Ramen is their Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen. The broth is amaaaazing and to die for. My body craves this dish and I have no choice but to give into the craving and go get some. I like to replace the pork that it comes with into beef. A true blend of flavors that has every bite tasting different and still having the same undertones of flavor from the broth. The service is super quick and the employees all very nice. If you haven't been yet, go get a miso soup and some of the best Ramen in CO. read more

Katsu Ramen - Black Garlic Tonkotsu - Ramen Near Me - Aurora, Colorado

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I absolutely love the Ramen at Katsu Ramen. I have been going to the restaurant since it opened. The decor is always very pleasing because I love anime, specifically Dragonball Z. The servers are always friendly and the restaurant is clean. My favorite is the lunch special. This time I ordered the curry Ramen with the beef bowl and Gyoza. I can never finish it all so I always pack up the rice bowl to go. The curry is creamy and rich and has a very savory flavor. I enjoyed the corn that garnishes it at the top. The egg is always hard boiled to perfection. I like the fact that it has a gooey center when I bite into it. I did not order Onigiri since I got the lunch special with the beef bowl. That would've been doing too much. I cannot express how much I love this place. I will continue to be a patron as long as it stays open and I live in Colorado. read more

Katsu Ramen is like getting a warm hug from a noodle bowl -- only spicier and way more satisfying. The broth is so rich it has its own trust fund, and the noodles have just the right chew to make you question every instant ramen you've ever eaten. The pork melts like butter, the eggs are pure art, and the staff somehow keep their cool despite the steam sauna they work in. If comfort food had a passport, Katsu Ramen would be its first stop. read more