We picked up takeout from here one evening before a ballet show-- a poke bowl and a unagi meal. The owners kindly let us order ahead when we called at 1:30PM and had the food ready for pickup right when they re-opened the restaurant for dinner at 5PM. Both entrees came with generous portions of salad and miso soup. Everything was fine and the portions were huge, but I prefer the poke seasoning at an actual poke bowl place. I'd give 3.5 for the food and 4/5 for value and 5/5 for service. Apparently the owners are the same owners as Gombei Bento in Sunnyvale! read more

It's fine. It's kizuna sushi now that they've changed ownership, instead of Kizuna. The udon used to be better back then, and they had an amazing curry udon which is no longer on the menu. I will give the current one some credit for the shrimp tempura, because the one I tried was nicely crisp and not overly oily. That being said, this spot doesnt particularly stand out for me in terms of sushi. read more

This place is a very under-the-radar Japanese spot but it's been around for a super long time and punches well above its weight. Portion sizes are huge and the food is really tasty. I always have to get a box to go and one portion is easily two meals' worth. I would highly recommend to come here and try their curry or katsu instead of going to somewhere overhyped like Curry Hyuga. You will not regret it in the slightest! Could be a great spot for a date too, very cozy :) read more

Got the katsu don and the pork katsu curry. Both dishes were quite large. The katsu curry was really rich and deep in flavour. The pork was crunchy but slightly tough. Wish it was more tender. The katsu don although scoring quite well across the board did not particularly stand out. read more

We went to Kizuna while we were visiting family in California for Christmas and New Years. We met up with friends who it was also their first time coming to Kizuna. They took us in right away and helped us right away. The service was great. They had a pretty extensive menu also so there was a lot to choose from. All of us ordered and we waited just a little before our food carne out. We were a little stunned when the food came out because we were eating in the restaurant. All the food came out on paper plates with disposable silverware or disposable bowls. It definitely caught us off guard. I got the oyakodonbori and it was in a disposable bowl. We quickly got over the presentation when we tasted the food. It was really good. I enjoyed my oyakodonbori. Other people ordered the combination meals and they enjoyed their meal as well too. Overall it was a rather great meal and it was pretty affordable. So don't worry about the presentation, it tastes good, trust me. read more

Kizuna - Oyakodon - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

I tried most of curry restaurants in Bay Area and this place serves the best katsu curry! Katsu is juicy inside and crispy outside. My boyfriend had chicken katsu curry and both of us agreed pork katsu had more flavor. All dishes and drinks come in paler/ plastic plate and cups and the customers have to clean the table after eating. I usually don't like eating food in togo containers but this place is exception! I would love to support their minimum labor. read more

Kizuna - The best katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

I already had a good feeling about the food here right from arrival as the majority of people dining at the time were chatting in Japanese lol. A small, no-frills spot but sometimes these kinds of places have the comfiest of comfort food! --------------- Agedashi tofu: tofu was melt-in-your-mouth silky smooth and the broth was soothing and flavorful. Katsu curry: katsu was crispy with a uniform non-greasy bread coating and the curry sauce actually tasted house-made not being over-reliant on instant curry blocks like how some much-fancier Japanese restaurants are. Not strikingly salty and had a complex hearty taste. Curry udon: same great curry sauce with plump udon noodles. --------------- At the time of my visit (May of this year) there was very minimal waiter service with ordering being through QR code at the table. Self-service water station and bus own table before leaving. Unsure if any of these protocols have changed since my visit. Overall a nice place to chill with delicious no-fuss Japanese comfort food! read more

Kizuna - Katsu curry entree, agedashi tofu (broth not shown), curry udon entree - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

Pretty impressed by this restaurant's katsu curry! I got take-out on a Thursday evening. It wasn't too crowded - only 2-3 parties were dining in at the time. It's a pretty small, peaceful restaurant with a few tables inside and outdoor seating available as well. They seemed to be pretty busy with take-out orders. The cashier was very kind. I ordered a chicken katsu curry and it was ready in less than 10 minutes. Aside from the chicken katsu and curry (curry comes in separate container), they also included a side of salad, some mac salad, and some edamame. They also give pickled radish in a small container. I usually go for pork katsu, but the chicken katsu was delicious and more tender than I expected! The rice texture was good too, not too soggy and not too hard. Curry consistency was thick and not too watery, which I enjoyed. Overall I think the quality is really good here and I would definitely come back! read more

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Such a hidden gem! It doesn't look like much at first glance but the curry here is amazing! The curry katsu is my favorite in the bay and the udon is really great as well. We came recently for a late Saturday lunch and found ourselves quickly seated. There's a few tables inside but this is also a great takeout spot. For a starter, we got the agadashi tofu which was light and perfectly fried. For entrees, the chicken katsu curry as well as the curry udon and both were fantastic. The chicken katsu was perfectly crispy outside and super juicy inside. Served with a rich curry sauce on the side (which is great to keep the chicken crisp), the set came with salad and mac salad as well. We'll definitely be back to try the pork katsu as well and excited to have found another go-to take out spot. read more

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Kakiage udon Everything here was still Covid procedures. Had plastic plates, bowls, utensils. Had to self serve and clean up essentially. There is about only 4 tables open sit in this resturant. The Udon was decent, but nothing special. It just reminded me of the udon Costco package. The tempura bundle was so huge I coudknt finish it all. It also didn't fit in my udon bowl to dip. read more

Kizuna - Kakiage udon - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

Sooooo flavorful! I've been to Japanese curry places from SF to the South Bay. They all satisfy your craving for a bowl of rice with a lot of curry sauce and a friend piece of protein. BUT, here at Kizuna everything part of that same dish has so much flavor. The curry has depth, the pork is light and crispy and finished just right! I will be back over and over! read more

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I used to enjoy the food, but I can't go back because they only use disposable plates and bowls for their food. It's not a just a strain on the environment, hot food and plastic shouldn't mix as chemicals leach from the plastic into the food. read more

One of the best curry katsu/katsu donburi places in San Jose! I was craving a katsu bowl and found this amazing place on yelp! There were other curry katsu resturants but I wanted to try something new. It was a plus that it is a family-owned establishment, kinda like a shukudo. It is a smallish resturant about 6-7 tables and a table in the middle with water and to-go boxes. At the table, there's a QR code where you order and pay before they bring out your food. This makes getting your food quick and easy and since you just can leave after without waiting for the check. But the only issue I saw that some people had was they didn't know you had to pay before so it could help to have a sign about it. Not a big deal but if you do eat here, it's all card, no cash so just heads up! The whole resturant is like a self-serve place. The workers just bring out the food and help with any issues you may have. They don't serve you. The food comes out on either paper plates or take out bowls, depending on what you get, so you can throw it away in the trash can when your done. The water and to-go boxes are in the middle of the resturant so you can get your own water and boxes whenever The food is amazing, I got the katsu donburi, and it was so good. They make to order so it's hot and fresh. Similar, with the curry katsu. They also give you a seperate container for the curry so you can control how much you want to use. Each order also comes with sides: salad with roe, salmon, and edamane. read more

Kizuna - Katsu donburi - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

How do you know when a place is authentic? When you look into the kitchen and see the people cooking your food are obviously not hired help. You can come up with your own interpretation of what that may be, but if you come here and look you'll know what I mean. Now let's get down to business. You come in, sit yourself down and scan the QR code at the table and place your order on your phone. Thirsty? Get your water yourself you lazy bum. It's right there in the center next to you. You want more napkins? Don't act like you didn't see it next to the water. Don't bother the ladies in the kitchen. They are busy cooking orders for Ubereats and Doordashes between trying to whip up your order. What's good? I've only tried the Chicken Katsu Curry and the Curry Udon and let me tell you I cannot pick which is better. Both Curries look the same but they are both different and fantastic in their own way! Go ahead and try Japanese curry at any restaurant and then come here. TELL me this isn't the BEST curry you've ever had?!?!?! The Chicken Katsu (autocorrect keeps wanting to change this word to "cat" lol) is so incredibly flaky and they give you a TUB OF CURRY to dip your chicken pieces in! It is so difficult to not eat every drop of that. I started dipping chunks of rice in that tub until every drop was gone. The Udon was also the best I've ever had. How did these ladies do it? I'm guessing it's a recipe passed on for generations and I'm so lucky to be able to taste it. I will be back to try something else one day but for sure these two things are my go-to. read more

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We came on a Sunday noon and there was plenty of seating inside and outside. We opted to sit on the patio since the weather was so nice! You order via the QR code at each table. Make sure to pay first so that the kitchen receives the order! We sat there like fools for a while before the staff kindly let us know. There's also self-served water inside. We ordered the Katsu (pork) Curry and Chicken Katsu Curry. Both Katsus were incredibly crispy, which went perfectly with a dip into the curry. The pork katsu was a little on the dry side, while the chicken was very juicy and tender. Thankfully, the curry helped with tastiness of the pork. The curry itself was thick and flavorful, which I happily poured over the rice with each bite. Each katsu came with a traditional Japanese salad as well as some edamame, Japanese pickles, and a seaweed salad that was so flavorful and umami! Overall, the food was very comforting and yummy! I just got caught off guard by the restaurant-style seating with the take-out style service. Everything came on paper plates or to-go containers. They also had a counter of additional boxes/lids to grab if needed. Next time, I'll know what to expect! read more

Kizuna - Katsu curry, chicken katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

If you are looking for the old Kizuna, it doesn't exist anymore. I could cry. I didn't know until today. I stepped into the new Kizuna Sushi today and things looked different. Then I realized they change ownership. Kizuna used to have the best curry in the bay area. No longer. It used to be really deep flavored curry, with bits of meat, carrots and potato, made with care and love. Now it's just your generic curry. It's not terrible, just not the same. I am so so sad. I used to drive down from SF just to get some curry. Now I need to find a new place. My heart is broken. 5 stars for the good old days. Zero stars that they are no longer the same. read more

Came here for dinner on a Saturday night after some rock climbing. Luckily we put our name down right before a bunch of groups came and we got seated in a few minutes. Otherwise it was looking to be at least a 20 min wait. Ordering was through your phone. You also pay on your phone. Water is self serve. Food comes out on disposable plates. So turn around for tables can be pretty quick! They have their system nailed down. All the food came out quickly and it was all delicious. But oh my god the pork katsu. That first bite was heavenly and I will have to order it every single time! We all got a variety from karage to chicken katsu but the pork...always pork from now on. It was tender and just melted in my mouth. And the fry was perfectly crispy. I can't wait to come back! read more

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Nice homey spot for Japanese curry and other fare! Great food and quick service overall :) You order at the front counter and do keep in mind that you need to have a table ready before you order if you are dining in! My boyfriend and I stopped in at ~6:30pm on a Friday evening and there was one open table that we were able to snag, but things can definitely get busy at times. I got the curry udon which came with inari along with a few sides (macaroni salad and edamame), and my boyfriend got the katsu curry which came with the curry on the side along with a side salad and a few sides. Both of our meals were good, and the portion sizes were just about right especially for the price that we paid. My udon was very flavorful and came with slices of tender beef, and I actually really loved the inari and the macaroni salad that came on the side. read more

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Portions here are huge! Mo also always steals some of my Kakiage Don and I'm still stuffed after. Curry here is also on point. Overall a simple spot that is quick to eat and slightly cafeteria style in that you order at the counter and then food comes to you and you clean up after yourself. Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Parking is easy peasy. Ambiance is non-existent but a clean place. 5/5 read more

Kizuna - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

This place is obsessed with paper plates and plastic cups and containers. We aren't in the middle of the pandemic anymore, so why?? Food was mediocre. The chicken katsu was tender but the rice was on the mushy side. The curry had too much MSG. The tempura had no seasoning whatsoever and the udon broth lacked flavor so I'm not sure what to dip the tempura in? You seat yourself, order and pay from a QR code with a mandatory 15% minimum tip, get your own water, clean up after yourself, and box your own to-go containers.. so what service do they even provide? read more

Kizuna - Chicken katsu - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

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Just wanted to write a goodbye review for Kizuna. I would get takeout from them almost every week, or when I'm in a rush and craving some Japanese food. Service was quick and the owner and workers were all so polite. Food was very authentic, and flavors were very close to what I've had in Japan. My go-to orders were the Katsu Don and Katsu Curry. The Katsu Don pork slices were deliciously cooked with eggs and onions, and portions were quite decent. I haven't found another place that makes katsu don as good as they do, and will surely miss the food. The katsu that came with the curry was also really good and crunchy. They packed everything nicely, and the dishes came with some salad and sides. My personal favorite side was the imitation crab and mac salad. Hope I can find another place to satisfy my Japanese cravings but until then... "arigato and sayonara!" read more

Came here with my friends on a Friday for dinner, and the process is pretty quick. This is 100% more of a take out place than a dine in spot, we were allowed to sit anywhere and only saw one other party and around 4 or 5 takeout orders being prepared while we were eating. You also order via QR code/on your phone. The inside interior definitely gives off that vibe, there's an open kitchen and self-serving water cups and napkins/takeout lids that come with the takeout containers (no real cups/utensils). There are also visible cases of ramune, soda, and the like. Other than being served, you have very little interaction with the staff (good or bad depending on what you are looking for). I would rather order out from this location than actually sit in, the ambiance leaves much to be desired. The food itself was excellent. I ordered chicken karaage as an appetizer and the breading was delicious, the lemon added the perfect amount of acidity to help boost the flavor profile. I ordered a curry udon for my entree, and I really liked it. The broth was really rich and the beef was great too. I ate everything and was very satisfied. The only thing I'd ask for is more green onion on top, but that can be added as a special instruction! It came with edamame and inari as a side, both of which were yummy. The inari was very sweet. My friend ordered the kakiage udon, and she liked it too. The broth looked really fresh for her. I'm always a fan of discovering new curry udon spots, and this place doesn't have a diversified menu but I would say that it does its specialties very well. read more

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This is a nice hidden gem in Cupertino that really has a different style. First of all the place is really small with less than 10 tables, especially since they switched to a different model during the pandemic. Now, all the utensils and water are self-serve and they use disposable plates and containers for everything. So, you kind of feel like you're eating in a cafeteria even though pre-pandemic, I was able to see this place operating like a typical restaurant. For the food, it comes in big portions. I got the katsu curry and it was enough for a meal and a half - 1 meal if you're really hungry. The place is also quiet so if you're trying to hang with friends, you can hear the conversation but depending on the crowd there, it might also be easy to overhear others. For me I like a quiet spot so it checks the boxes. Overall, this is a nice homey place to get home cooked-style Japanese food and would recommend. read more

Came by for lunch the other day and it was a tasty experience. Parking was plentiful in the strip mall. Dining was available indoors or outdoors on their patio with umbrellas. Ordering is done at the cashier and the food is brought out to the table. There are signs on the wall requesting to clean the table after dining, just like in Japan. The staff is Japanese and speaks Japanese in the back. Started off with the chicken karaage and it was different. There were half a dozen pieces of fried chicken cubes. Had the tempura Udon as the main entree and it was huge. The vegetable tempura was gigantic. The couple shrimp tempuras were ok. The udon was pretty tasty and the broth was light. The entree also came with a couple pieces of rice wrapped in tofu skin, edamame, along with broccoli with mayonnaise. Staff wore masks and were cordial. ~$25/head after tax and gratuity for lunch. read more

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Really cute homestyle type Japanese place. We came in on a Sunday right as it opened, and it got crowded pretty quick! They don't have any Yelp waitlist so you'll have to mark your name and wait outside. Once you get in, you order through a QR code on your phone which was pretty interesting. All of the food comes in the takeout disposable containers only, and they ask you to throw away your own plates once you finish eating. I ordered a katsu and salmon combo, as well as an agedashi tofu, and it was really yummy. The katsu was crispy and all of the food was really warm. It just felt like a homemade meal, which is totally the vibe that they were going for. I think definitely this place is a great place if you want homestyle Japanese food. The value is pretty decent as well, and it really just feels like a cozy place for a meal. read more

It's been a while since I've been here - and I feel like it's changed! We came back due to the high rating for their curry dish and decided to give it a try and I'm so glad we did!! It's a little different in which they serve everything on disposable plates and utensils. Drinks and to go containers along with extra napkins are all in the middle of the room so it's a help your self. I kinda like it. You basically seat yourself and order via QR code menu on the table. They bring out plastic spoon, disposable chopsticks and napkins for everyone and you help yourself to drinks. We ordered edamame, chicken katsu curry, tonkatsu curry and chicken karage curry - all spicy for $2 more each. I did add a shrimp to my order which was a nice option to have. Personally for ME, the curry was MUCH too spicy - I could see seeds in the sauce - which made me wonder if those are pepper seeds? Next time going original. However the rest of my fam loved the spice level. I have to say I was used to the other (now gone) curry place where even medium spicy wasn't that spicy... here - they are SERIOUS and I can't imagine what the next level spice would be!! And their curry is deep in flavor - not light in color but dark and very flavorful. It comes in a little to go container for you to dip or pour over your plate - but I love that I could just grab a lid and bring the rest home! Overall - we all LOVED it - the proteins were all so juicy and tender, LOVED whatever salad dressing they served with the salad! SO refreshing!! And I didn't realize it came with some edamame along with a spoonful of mac salad. For me - next time I'll order half rice and I think I can increase the salad? But again - the chickens and pork were tender, crispy with nice crunch and perfect crust. Gotta eat with a bite with rice, daikon and sauce! PERFECT bite!! OH and I have to mention - their edamame - while typically is no big deal but for some reason theirs was BIG edamame with the perfect amount of salty flavor - not too much - just a hint! PERFECT This will definitely be our go to for Japanese curry. It is a tiny place especially since the middle has a table with to go containers, water, cups and napkins but I like the self serve. And when done - there's a garbage can in the front and you clean dump everything when done... read more

Friend and I got here right as they opened. Lots of parking, located in the same plaza as a safeway, ihop, and grand dynasty dim sum. You first order at the counter and then take a seat either inside or outside. Love that they're offering outdoor seating as well! They bring you water in red solo cups (kind of funny, haha) as soon as you decide where you sit. My friend and I didn't have to wait too long for our orders. We both got the tonkatsu curry. The curry comes in a to-go container and the meat/ sides/ salad/ rice come on a paper plate. This is a huge serving! I also discovered the delicious fukujinzuke here. Yum! Everything was fresh and tasty. I only ate half of my food. Luckily there are to-go containers located right in front of the inside of the store. I grabbed a lid and was able to fit everything in the curry tupperware. Wound up making two other meals out of my leftovers haha. Would come again! read more

Kizuna - Tonkatsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

Today (Friday 4/19) is their last day of business!! The owners are retiring and will close their doors. It looks like someone different will be taking the restaurant as there is a sign on the window for transfer of ownership. My friends have loved this place, it became a hidden gem and staple of Cupertino. I am really grateful I got to try their chicken katsu curry before they close their doors. I will dearly miss the food and having dinner there with my friends but I wish the owners a happy retirement! read more

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STARS: 4.5 MENU AND FOOD: Kizuna offers a variety of curry rice plates along with udon, donburi and bentos. SERVICE AND ATMOSPHERE: Service is quick and efficient. You scan to order at your table. Everything is self-service at the center of their dining room. Their indoor decor is plain and simple. They have both indoor and outdoor seating. PARKING: Located in a plaza, they have shared parking. IMPRESSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: We had their katsu curry with a side of fried shrimp and tempura udon. All were delicious and I appreciate their curry being served in a separate container. And, although their shrimp only comes with 3 pieces per order, the shrimps are thick! Our only complaint is that adding spicy to the curry is an additional $2-3, but we will definitely be back! read more

My significant other wanted to try this place out, and udon is one of my favorite foods, so I was looking forward to it. I scanned their QR code at the table and ordered the Niku Udon. To actually completely place the order, I had to provide my name, phone number, email, and credit card information to pay. There was an appetizer that came first that included inari nigiri (2 pieces total), edamame, and some small shredded seaweed-like pieces. I thought these were pretty good. Unfortunately, the Niku Udon was underwhelming. Each component -- the broth, noodle, and meat -- didn't have enough flavor. The texture of the noodle was okay. Overall, this udon wasn't that much better than getting instant udon. It's possible that they're going for something healthier so that the broth and meat are less fatty and maybe less salty. However, that's not noted anywhere, so I can't confirm if that's the sole reason why the dish tasted so-so. I was pretty disappointed that they used disposable foodware for every part of the customer experience, though I was able to tell them I didn't need their utensils and napkins because I brought my own. This environment may be logistically easier for young kids or those that are unable to use reusable foodware for health/medical reasons. ECO NOTES (Dine-In) Dine-In Dishware: Disposable plates and bowls Napkins*: Single-use disposable paper napkin Utensils*: Plastic spoon plus disposable wooden chopsticks Water cups: Self-serve with plastic cups of varying sizes, so you could likely bring your own (BYO) clean, reusable cup/bottle *When the employee brought this over, I told them I brought my own, so they took these back. read more

Got this with my family and gf on Wednesday. When you come in, you just find a table to sit at and order through a QR code. Water cups, napkins, and utensils were put out on a table in the middle for anyone to go up and grab. Each katsu curry was only about $16 per bowl and it was huge. We got the chicken katsu curry and katsu curry bowls. You can also tailor the spice level of the curry. We got the regular, spicy, and extra spicy levels. Beware that the spicy and extra spicy are more spicy than what you'd expect, I found it kinda hard to finish mine. Both were good, but I personally think the chicken was a lottt better. It was more juicy and tender than the pork katsu. The curry had really good flavor for the non spicy, and the spicy ones packed a punch. Great price, great portion size, and great flavor. read more

I found this place randomly on Yelp. Didn't realize it was right around the corner from one of my fav boba spot. We met up with some friends for lunch on a weekday. There were two other parties seated inside when we arrived. We ordered up front with the cashier and picked a place to sit. Food came out promptly. We ordered: Curry udon: my friend really liked this. They gave lots of curry on the side. Chicken katsu curry: 5/5 surprisingly I thought the chicken was better than the pork! Nice and crispy. Curry sauce is really good. It's not sweet like other places. Tonkatsu curry: 4/5 good too but I preferred the chicken. They give big portions that filled us up. Friendly service. Looking forward to coming back. read more

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Amazing food with equally amazing service. I had placed an online lunch order for pickup but wasn't able to pick it up before they closed for midday break, so I called to ask if they could hold my order for me so I can pick it up during their dinner hours. They said no problem. When I arrived later that day, they said they'll remake my order as katsu tastes better fresh. I was blown away! NOW, on to the food! I had the chicken katsu curry, which rivals Demiya's in my opinion. The katsu breading was perfectly crunchy without being too greasy or thick, and it adhered to the chicken meat well and wasn't falling off. The meat itself was juicy and tender. I ordered the spicy level 1 curry; the heat definitely builds up over time (this is coming from someone who loves spicy food). The actual curry sauce was thick and flavorful, and they gave plenty enough to pair with the rice portion. All in all, I think I've found my new go-to katsu curry spot! The food quality and service are just impeccable. Move over, Demiya! read more

Kizuna - chicken katsu curry to-go - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

Wow I was so pleasantly satisfied after trying the japanese curry at Kizuna! There was no wait on a Saturday evening when they opened at 5pm. Easy parking since it is located in a plaza. I walked in, sat at a table before my group of 4 arrived, and ordered using the QR code at the table. It was very straightforward and the curry came out in less than 10 minutes-- and piping hot! The salad was fresh and I like the side of macaroni salad. The chicken katsu itself had a consistent breading and crisp to it! Downside is the disposable plate and the plastic red solo cups used for water. But the food itself was delicious and it was a very quiet restaurant. There were only a couple other families eating as well. It is a rather small sized restaurant with good service and tasty food. I would definitely come back again if I am looking for a light environment and delicious curry. read more

Kizuna - chicken katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

I mean it's good service and the food was quick and looked delicious but I was debating between 3 star and 4 star. The 3 star felt a bit too savage just based on taste. The pork was more tendon and dry than it looked. They have lots of rice but the taste was ok. Maybe I should have gotten something else like the tempura. I'm 50/50 on returning but the service was great and they were quick. read more

Kizuna - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

A little place that's supposed to be nice inside but quite loaded up with inventory all over the area. They serve everything in to go containers and with lids laid out so any time you can cover and go. Once you go in, you line up to order from cashier. They have good curry so the curry udon is the best choice of both world. For shrimp curry, the curry is good, but the shrimp is not fresh. You clean up after yourself, no service other than bringing you food. read more

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The chicken katsu curry was probably the best I've had in a long time. Chicken was so tender and juicy while the breading still flaky and crunchy! Curry perfectly balanced with their red pickled radish. They gave such a large portion I had leftovers for the next day! The people were so fast, friendly and efficient. My friend told me it's a family own restaurant, you can't even tell because there were no arguing amongst them. read more

Kizuna - Chicken katsu - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

Fast service, huge portions, and great food - what's there not to love? My husband and I finally tried this place this past weekend after it's been on our list for awhile. We ordered the kakiage udon and pork tonkatsu curry. Had we known how large the portions would be we would've potentially opted to share a plate. The food came out very quickly and as mentioned portions were HUGE. The kakiage udon came with two large pieces of kakiage plus Inari and small sides. We were also pleasantly surprised that the kakiage had bits of shrimp in it. The curry (homemade) had a salad and small sides as well. We weren't very hungry but we still thought the food was executed well and yummy. The only bad thing I can say is the restaurant does serve dine in dishes with disposable plateware which can create a lot of waste but instead of us taking our leftovers with new containers we tried to reuse the ones we had to reduce waste. Such a hidden gem. Would definitely come back again! read more

After a year of indulging in pandemic comfort foods, thank goodness for stretchy pants...and spanx! One of my fav comfort foods is Katsu Curry. Mmmm, to rice smothered in richly spiced curry with a side of golden fried deliciousness. Kizuna has been on my list to go to (owner is from Gombei). I tried going pre-pandemic but they wouldn't seat guests in their outdoor patio. Now with the pandemic, they do you allow you to use their outdoor patio to enjoy your takeout while it's still piping hot. They're currently offering takeout only. Order online via their website, over the phone, or in person. No indoor dining and no delivery. Order at the counter, tell them you're eating outside, and they'll bring your order out. Limited seating with only 6 tables in their patio (shaded but not socially distant). By noon, all were taken so better to come early to snag a table. M E N U Japanese homestyle fare: curry, donburi, teriyaki, and udon. There's also small bites/apps like onigiri, agedashi tofu, karaage, and gyoza. F O O D: https://bit.ly/3qpjhwL (The umbrella created a red cast so sorry for the terrible pic). * Katsu Curry ($14) The pork katsu was hot, golden brown and crunchy but on the dry side. No problem because that's what the curry is for! The curry was thick and flavorful with a kiss of sweetness. Previous reviews mention beef in the curry but there was dark chicken meat in mine. Perhaps, the rising food costs caused the switch? The rice was properly cooked with a nice stickiness. The fukunjinzuke pickles added a delicious crunch and tangy sweet bite. Also included were edamame, side salad with a zesty ginger-carrot dressing, and salmon nanbanzuke (?). * Combo: Beef Teriyaki & Ebi Fry ($18.95) This was not my order but I did sample both the beef teriyaki and ebi (shrimp) fry. The beef teriyaki was thin and leathery with no sear. The cut of beef looks different than previous pics. BUT, the ebi fry was fantastic! Great fry - hot, uber crunchy (panko crust), and not greasy. The shrimp was juicy and the accompanying tartar sauce was deliciously creamy with a nice tang. * Side: Kakiage ($8) Fav item; the kakiage (veggie tempura fritter) was light, crispy, and addictive. Side order is off the menu; def get this! S E R V I C E Cordial and prompt. Order was brought out to us in about 12 minutes. Kizuna seems to be under the radar compared to other curry places in the Bay Area. Def worth giving a try if you're in the area and stopping by Fuji Huoshao several doors down afterwards for dumplings. Put those stretchy pants too good use while supporting several small businesses at a time! read more

Kizuna - Katsu Curry ($14), Kakiage (Side-$8), Combo: Beef Teriyaki & Ebi Fry ($18.95). Takeout only but 6 outdoor tables to eat at. - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

We came here for Kakiage Don. Kakiage Don: Very good. 2 pieces of kakiage (thinly cut vegetables, shrimp, squid tempura) over rice. Huge portion. Katsu Don: Very good. Pork cutlet and eggs over rice. Huge portion. The food tastes like authentic homemade or teishoku restaurants everywhere in Japan. Much more expensive than in Japan. The restaurant was small, not so crowded on weekend lunch time. It was a self service style: you order and pay by phone, they bring your food, you throw away your disposable containers or prepare to-go boxes. So, I felt like I was in a fast food place, rather than in a restaurant. Not for a special occasion, obviously. I will come back to try another dish when I am really hungry:) read more

Kizuna - Kakiage Don - Japanese Curry Near Me - San Jose, California

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