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    Katsuno

    4.0 (216 reviews)
    Closed 5:45 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Stewed Cold Pumpkin
    Masayo K.

    It's real Japanese food in Forest Hills! We truly enjoy the authentic flavors. The sushi is incredibly fresh and delicious--it never disappoints!

    Daimian D.

    It's real Japanese Food in Forest hill. The place is very Japanese style, if you don't look carefully, you will miss it! I like it! The food is really good! We had sashimi and Nigiri Sushi and Udon and other delicious food. They didn't have toro today. But all other fish I and food are very fresh and tasty. The service is great, we didn't know that they place doesnt allow drink from outside. So we keep our own liquor and took it home. But I explored a new Beer, it's called Matcha IPA. Very unique! 8.5% proof, give a try. Over all, we will back for sure, it's a Japanese home style dinner. We all loved it.

    Table for four and the sushi counter with decor
    Jeannie T.

    Itadakimasu (Japanese for Thank You for the food, I humbly receive ). This exclusive 'Reservations only' Japanese restaurant looks and feels like a modified home. Classic eats on the menu makes it hard to choose what to eat...I wanted to try it all. The food, the service, the relaxed pace in which everything was served made the night out much more enjoyable. The food was all visually appealing and the portion sizes were perfect for sharing. While I did try to order two items that I've never seen before/or that were rare, sadly they were out of them... It was a conch like seafood item and toro (tuna belly). The waitress suggested sea bream instead but I had already ordered a fish so I passed. I never felt rushed during our meal and our server gave us ample time to enjoy our dishes. She even came by to refill our drinks and then at some point when our mains came out, she just let us be. Both the sushi chef and the server headed to the back so that we could just sit and enjoy our meal. My friend and I decided to order a few things to share and we tried to touch upon each category of food. His suggestion from the appetizers section was the Chef's choice (Today's Zensai) appetizer. Much to our delight, the three items that came out were excellent. It was three bowls of deliciousness. - first bowl: Spanish Mackerel (sashimi style) mixed with onions, scallions, and a ponzu type vinaigrette dressing. - second bowl: watercress (room temperature/slightly cooler), topped with bonito flakes. Simple/clean eating. Really liked it. - third bowl: Japanese pumpkin chunks - sweet and semi firm texture. It was not powder-y ... just smooth and flavorful chunks. Second plate we shared: Magritte duck. Served Medium - tender slices cut like a steak; juicy breast meat. It was perfect. Right temperature and color. A dab of spicy green pepper on top packed heat but balanced well with the duck. No sauce needed here. Other goodies: yellowtail roll, fresh Sea scallop sashimi (a la carte) and a snow crab avocado roll. A salad I've never seen before, salmon and Sea Urchin served with endives and mixed greens. The dressing was slightly too vinegary but still great overall. Dessert, MUST get: Green Tea Tiramisu with Black Sesame ice cream and a black Sesame caramel base. Lip smacking good. BTW, during the dinner rush, I was surprised that customers were turned away with no reservations so they are strict with that policy. Gochisosama (Thank you for the meal).

    Salmon Carpaccio and  Flue Yuzu Ponzu Sauce
    Roger H.

    I saw all the rave reviews here, and was especially drawn by the rave reviews of folks I personally know and trust with restaurant recommendations, so to say I was disappointed by this restaurant is an understatement. Came here twice, one time I thought it was a fluke since I wasn't sure if it was what I ordered that caused me feel like this place under performed, but I came back a second time and gave this place a second shot, and was equally if not more disappointed. The quick and dirty of this restaurant? Exorbitant prices, average to low quality items, small portions. Nothing I ate here was spectacular or above average in anyway and the kicker here? The sushi was really mediocre / low quality..... Trust me I really wanted to like this place, but just couldn't bring myself to doing it.....

    Today's Zensai - Chef's choice of 3 starters. Stewed cold pumpkin, spanish mackerel and watercress ohitashi (R to L)
    Mike S.

    When I checked in recently Yelp informed me that it was my first. Knowing I've been here before I realized it was prior to my active Yelp days - so over a decade ago. Back when I first tried it in 2009/10 I didn't fully appreciate it. Now on my revisit, with the benefit of much more dining experience, I realize Katsuno is special and amazing - perhaps becoming my favorite Japanese spot in Queens. Make a reservation for this calm, small 24 seat space. Katsuno states they are "authentic Japanese" since I am not Japanese and never been to Japan I will take them at their word. The decor fits what I would expect. The service is calm, friendly, polite and efficient - everything I want. Sushi is prominent on the menu, but the better approach is tapas style - order a variety of dishes to share. A great way to start is with Today's Zensai, a chef's choice of three different starters. We were given Stewed Cold Pumpkin, Watercress Ohitashi and Spanish Mackerel Tataki. When you add the cost for each dish it is $28, but leaving it to the chef you get more variety and at a better cost at currently $18 - a no brainer deal! Also I believe Chef Seo overheard my desire to try the Spanish mackerel so I was tremendously happy when it was offered to us. Each was excellent with the pumpkin (or sweet potato) having perfect texture and flavor - so satisfying. The ohitashi was well made and deceptively simple. The Spanish Mackerel was fantastic - most people don't like this fish because of the strong flavor. It is generally marinated to balance that and this is the best version I've had anywhere. I found the fish flavor shines while being complimented by the treatment and the scallion, red onion, myoga (ginger) and yuzu ponzu sauce. We also ordered the octopus and cucumber vinaigrette which was stunningly beautiful in the presentation. Cucumber was excellent and octopus tender with a delicious vinaigrette. I also ordered the nigiri sushi platter - when trying a place that serves sushi for the 1st time (or revisiting in this case) I like to get this assortment. I was happy to find pointed out that 3 of the pieces were flown in from Japan - fluke, clam and sea bream. The fish were all quality the pieces well made and seasoned nicely. My friend tried a piece and thought the rice wasn't the right texture, but I had no complaint. I also tried the Inaniwa Hiyagake found the cold broth delicious and udon noodles very good. The matcha tiramisu with black sesame ice cream and paste was a real treat! That tiramisu had perfect matcha flavor and texture to the cream. Black sesame flavor in both so good and I was afraid it could overpower the delicate matcha flavor, but not here since both were very prominent. GET THIS DESSERT and be happy! I plan on being back soon with so many dishes i want to try - Magritte duck, Salmon & sea urchin salad, tamagoyaki, chawanmushi, their assortment of cooked dishes and more of that delicious seafood. Give it to me all! Oh I didn't drink but check out their Matcha and Yuzu flavored beers and ales on the menu. Can't wait to explore more!

    Agedashi tofu (left) & salmon carpaccio (right)
    Jackie S.

    Honestly one of the best meals I've had in FH. It's not cheap but it's not super expensive either and the quality of the food is worth it. The portions are standard Japanese portions and I definitely feel full after eating there but I don't have leftovers like I usually do with American restaurants. Service was amazing as well, I wanted to try the Inawina Umeshiso Hiyagake but they had no udon so she offered to do the dish with the Japanese vermicelli instead for me! So kind. My favorite dishes: Agedashi Tofu Salmon Carpaccio Miso Black Cod Green tea and black sesame ice creams

    Onsen Tamago - slow poached egg
    Andrew L.

    Authentic Japanese food for Japanese people and those who know California rolls are American food and not from Japan. This restaurant is run by a Japanese family. It is authentic as evidenced by the many Japanese people eating there. The food is very good and prepared after you order and as such takes time. This is not your typical American Japanese restaurant. If you want authentic Japanese food, this is you spot in Queens.

    Tempura assortment, chirashi, wakame soba

    My family and I made a reservation for 7pm on a Saturday. Its storefront gate was down, so it looked like the place was closed but luckily we spotted some lights inside. Inside is very comfy and warm and it was almost a fullhouse. As far as we were aware, there was only one waitress and she was very nice. Our food showed up roughly an hour later. Tempura - We ordered both the appetizer and the assortment, and both were delicious. Not soggy or overly oily, had the perfect crisp. Both contained a combo of seafood and vegetables. Both came with dipping sauce, but the assortment came with white rice. Chirashi - I only sampled a little bit from my parents, but it tasted fresh and they really seemed to enjoy it. They mentioned preferring a little bit more rice, but overall, a nice dish based on their reactions. Wakame soba - This was GREAT. It comes with a shaker of togarashi (chili pepper assortment) so you can adjust the spice level. The portions were generous and while I was stuffed by the end of it, the meal itself was quite light. The broth, 11/10, especially with some togarashi. Not overly salty at all, simple and refreshing! For me personally, it could've used a little more wakame, just because I love that seaweed flavor and otherwise the main flavors you get are from the broth, but it was still very good and perfect during the winter. Prices wise, it's more on the pricey side. I'd say the soba was worth it ($18) for its flavor and portion size and assuming the chirashi ($39) for the sashimi quality, but am on the fence on the tempura assortment ($30). I'm definitely looking forward for my next visit!

    Jeffrey L.

    My favorite Japanese sushi spot. Been coming here a handful of times but this is the first time since covid started.love their sashimi dinner and Chirashi . They are always fresh and high quality .Would definitely go back soon for more !

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    See S.

    Dirty and dingy place, i won't go again. whole restaurant very old from inside out, the restroom disgusting. Food ok but prices are way too high. I got bug bites from there.

    Agedashi Tofu - highly recommend

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