Awesome! Great place to dine real good Japanese katsu. Loved this place! Consistently good. We have been coming to this place for years. Food is great. Servers are friendly and they make sure you are doing good. Nice place. Good for large or small groups. Recommend making reservations. Parking however is very limited. Not much space so go early so you can search for a place to park. Otherwise, great place! read more

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I treated my friend out for his birthday here on a Saturday noon at exactly 12pm on the dot. Parking is tough around here as their shared parking lot is compact, and street parking is limited given it's near Redmond Way - a very busy street - and a ton of residential buildings; I got lucky and snagged parking along 170 Ave NE just two blocks away. If you've been to their first Seattle location in Cap Hill, this location resembles that one in many ways, though this one in Redmond is noticeably much bigger and has more seating that isn't squished together. There's bar seating and a bigger number of four-tops compared to the Cap Hill location, though the wooden wall scheme is the same for both. They serve katsu here with many types of meat cuts, all of which are listed on their menu with descriptions. Service overall was fast and efficient even when tables around us started filling up with hungry patrons. For our food: - The K&O karaage was all right at best. Meat inside is very tender and juicy but the aromatic toasted powder has so much salty flavor - and outer coating was also so dry - that my friend and I needed to drink water constantly while eating it. We could have skipped getting this. - We each got their jidori chicken oroshi katsu. This comes with their jidori chicken, essentially high-quality free-range chicken breast cutlet... and it was very juicy, with the Panko coating being the right kind of crunchy in all areas. We weren't fans of the grated radish sitting on top of all that katsu though, and most of the dish was their shredded cabbage as usual. The cabbage goes really well with their peanut sauce provided at our table. We both left feeling really full and overstuffed in a good way, though I would pass on getting the karaage if you're already getting one of their katsu dishes. Distance- and seating- wise, I'd come back here for their katsu whenever I don't feel like dealing with the parking situation that is Cap Hill. read more

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Came on a Wednesday around 1:00 PM and there was no line and no issues parking in the lot. Menu has many options of pork cuts and other proteins like chicken and shrimp. I love Japanese curry, and was so stoked to see such a unique curry on the menu (made with dark chocolate so it gives a richer flavor). $5 more to add shredded cabbage and miso soup; I definitely think this is worth it because there's no other fresh greens in the entree. It helps cut the heavy, fried-ness of the katsu and provides a different texture. My shrimp (ebi) katsu curry was so flaky and crispy, which is so hard to find at katsu shops where the breading is cakey and falls off the protein. However, the shrimp to flakes ratio was off and I could hardly taste the shrimp or know when I bit shrimp versus the flakes because there was so much breading. This wasn't a problem for the pork katsu, though! The portion size is massive; half the plate is rice, and the other half is the curry. For $29 for the shrimp katsu ($34 total pre tax and tip after adding the shredded cabbage and miso soup combo), I think it's worth the price if you're starving or sharing. I think it'd be cool if they did a protein combo where you pick two proteins, especially because they have a variety of pork options. This would help people justify their cost while tasting more of the menu with less overwhelming commitment. Servers are kind and attentive, and they don't rush you when you order or need more time. The interior is beautiful and well-lit with bar seating, tables and booths, and high top tables too. I'd come again if I wanted to share a katsu entree with a friend! read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Ebi Katsu Curry with $5 combo add on (cabbage and miso soup) - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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As I didn't do much research beforehand, it was a welcome surprise that this place pretty much only serves katsu, with different cuts/kinds of meat and served in various ways. I got the nabe katsu, which seemed pretty popular with the other tables there. However, the taste wasn't the most exciting. It was a very healthy way to get this dish. If I went again, I'd get some other kind of katsu (as it got a bit soggy in the soup). It was pretty busy even before peak dinner time, and I saw many people waiting by the time we left. Make sure to go early! read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Nabe Katsu - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

We've here many times before. We haven't stopped coming here, because it has been consistently good for years. Today was no exception. We had the Kurobota Don. Really big portions. The pork had a clean taste.. The sauce underneath the katsu was remarkably good. The mozzarella katsu was nice, especially for somebody like me who loves cheese. Everything was good, especially the shredded cabbage with sesame dressing. It's a beautifully decorated interior. It's quite spacious. Our Thai server was amiable and professional. On our departure, we were warmly thanked and sent off. The only setback I can think of is the limited parking. It's always an issue here. Otherwise, everything was perfect. read more

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Excellent food in a charming atmosphere. Portions are huge and the food came quickly. Most of the options are deep-fried. They have no vegetarian choices. Feels very different than your typical Japanese restaurant as the focus is on Katsu. Food quality, and quantity was excellent as was the service. Booths are feeling old and shabby with tape repairs. I recommend parking across the street at Bear Creek Village as there are only a few spots in their lot. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Menchi Katsu with pork, herbs and onion - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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Love this place. One of my favorite katsu places, including some I visited in Japan. I'm usually not a fan of tonkatsu sauce, but the sauce here is the best i've had, especially if you mix it with sesame seeds they give you to bring, The sesame dressing for the cabbage is also very good. I've only gotten the standard pork katsu so far, but I imagine their other offerings likely elevate things even more. The staff here is amazing. They are nice, friendly, and very efficient at their work. All of them, not just the servers but busers, janitor, cooks, everyone. The owner and managers must be very good at selecting the right staff and training them well. As an example, when I pulled out my credit card to pay, a server was there in literally 3 seconds to present me the bill. The restaurant is very cozy and not too loud. There is often a line here, but don't let that deter you. It moves fast, and people in line seem to be having fun. This is definitely on my list of one of my favorite restaurants in the Seattle area. read more

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Was visiting from out of town and this place was highly recommended. The outside parking lot can be tight, but the battle to get in is worth it. The food quality over all was fresh and extremely delicious. The service was fast, friendly, and efficient. Really chill spot to get a full belly and a great time. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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Easily the best pork katsu spot around Seattle.. The Capitol Hill location is great but almost always comes with a wait. First time trying the Redmond location and it was just as good (minus the wait). If it's your first time, go for the rosu or hire cutlet. I've tried the premium cuts like iberico and kurobuta, but honestly didn't find a huge difference in taste. What stands out is the texture--super crispy coating with juicy, tender pork inside. The sides and condiments are well thought out too. I'm a big fan of the tomato & cheese add-on. The curry add on, on the other hand, was too overpowering in flavor and masked the pork's natural flavor. Definitely a Seattle staple and worth checking out if you enjoy pork cutlet! read more

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Decent katsu, tried the hire, korobuta and iberico. Iberico is clearly better since it's softer and higher quality. Service is decently fast. There can be a long wait time so prepare for that. I generally prefer my katsu with some sauce, so I'd recommend any of the saucier options. Plenty of parking nearby. read more

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I love living in Boston.. but eating at Kobuta and Ookami actually made we want to move to Seattle, because the food was SO incredible. I legitimately ate there for dinner two nights in a row because I craved more immediately. The service was kind and fast, and it was a great place to chat and catch up with a friend. We didn't have to wait long to be seated as two people. I felt like I was back in Japan! I'll be having this food in my dreams... read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Chocolate curry - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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This is one of my favorite restaurants on the Eastside. I recently visited again after having not been back in a while, and it did not disappoint. I got the nanban, which came with a layer of rice at the bottom, a layer of fried egg and the katsu on top with a generous amount of sauce, mayo and green onion. I made it a set which includes cabbage salad, and miso soup. I was absolutely delicious, the katsu was crunchy and not soggy. It came in a nice bowl plating. The portion size was good. The staff was very nice, cheery and the service was fast. The space is bright with modern decor and lighting, the noise level was moderate, making it a perfect spot for gathering or date night. The parking lot is small so I'd recommend carpooling or street parking nearby. read more

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It was my first time at Kobuta & Ookami and I had the tonkatsu--it was amazing. The pork cutlet was perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the flavor was really rich and satisfying. Everything tasted fresh and well prepared. The atmosphere was cozy and the food came out quickly. Definitely a great spot if you're craving comforting Japanese food. I'll be back to try more things on the menu! read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Kobuta and Ookami is one of my favorite restaurants in Seattle! I've been to both locations now and I can gladly say they're both amazing. I come here probably almost every time I'm in town. The go to orders we get are usually the katsu nabe and oroshi katsu. I love that all their portions are huge and the cuts of meat are thick. The nabe is good because it's a nice refreshing soup to go with the katsu. I'm a fan of the grated radish so the other order we get is the oroshi katsu. The meats are always tender and juicy no matter what you order. Quick note: the location has limited parking because the parking lot is small. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Oroshi katsu - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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Visited twice in last 6months after moving.. gotta say such a good food for winter months and especially after a long hike - very filling, very staff, they tell you how to eat if you don't knew or first trying kobuta and ambiance is small and fun read more

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This is Pork Katsu restaurant was something I have never seen before. The different choices on the menu for the pork was not the usual options. They are really good at making pork katsu. The curry is delicious and katsu nabe was so flavorful and filling. There are so many variations to try I must return. read more

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I've been here once before and I enjoyed it, so I've been wanting to come back. I went here over the weekend about 30 min after opening. It was starting to get busy but we were seated immediately at the bar area. This place doesn't have a whole lot of normal seating, and I believe most of the people waiting were larger parties waiting for those. But a party of two or so can get in fairly quickly if you don't mind sitting on a stool. The service was great. The workers were on top of everything. From seating, to the menu, to refilling water, and they often checked up on us. The food came out fairly quickly after ordering too. Maybe about 5 min. I ordered the kurobuta katsu nabe. It's actually not what I wanted, but that's completely my fault for ordering the wrong thing. The dish was served on this huge tray with the contents boiling in a clay pot over fire. Aesthetically, it looked amazing. It seemed like a soup with katsu on top. The katsu was thick and I had to pull it out to help keep it from getting soggy. The portion of the whole dish was huge. It was hard to finish it all. But everything was delicious despite the mix-up. My cousin got the kurobuta katsu nanban, which was actually what I wanted. The portion was also huge, but less veggies that make it filling. I enjoyed her dish even more than mine. It had all sorts of flavors going in that mesh very well together. I'd like to come back again. Maybe try out the Seattle location. And hopefully I'll remember to get the katsu nanban or might switch it up to the katsu curry. read more

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They offer a wide variety of katsu options, and I really appreciate that you can even choose the type of pork depending on your preference. It's nice to have that level of customization instead of just a standard cut everywhere. I tried the katsu nabe, which is served simmered in a hot pot with egg and broth. The crispy katsu soaks up all the flavor from the soup, making it extra tender and comforting. The broth reminded me a lot of sukiyaki -- slightly sweet and savory with that rich soy-based depth. It's especially perfect for winter or colder days when you want something warm and satisfying. We went on a weekday for dinner, which I'd definitely recommend. I've heard the lines can get really long on weekends, and even on a weekday it was fairly busy. Overall, a cozy spot with comforting food -- I'd come back to try other katsu options next time. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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TLDR: a flavor-filled experience with every bite. Quick, helpful service and a cozy atmosphere with booths, high tables, and bar seating. The curry is tomato-based and you can definitely taste it. It's also a little spiced. Comes w pickled peppers on the side with the meat and rice. Those are more on the sweet side. The kurobuta pork was crispy and tender. My only qualm was the thick piece of fat on one end of the cut. I prefer pork fat when it's softer. They also cut the pork into thick pieces when served. Might be more difficult for new chopstick users. Sesame dressing and katsu sauce are given table side so you can dress your own cabbage and meat. Large portions made it easy to take about half of it home. Lastly, there's construction right now so the parking lot is a little hard to get to and overall is quite small. My friend and I showed up right at dinner opening (5p) and there were already tables filled up with people. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Kurobata pork with curry set - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Came with my brother right as this place was about to close, and were sat immediately. The staff and service were very fast, and the food came out expediently. I got the pork cutlet set, which came with the miso soup, salad, and of course the rice/katsu/pork cutlets. The pork was battered perfectly and was very light and flaky. Generous portions! I also tried the squash croquette appetizer - which was also very tasty. All in all, very yummy and filling! Excited to come back whenever I am in the area for a quick dinner! read more

I wish the hygiene standards were better. Before you even enter, you can see that they received only an "OK" rating, which is very close to the lowest score before a restaurant may be forced to close. read more

A great place to eat! I love the ambience and the style they are going for. Walking in it feels almost like walking into a place in Japan. The service is very good. I think the choice in staff was well made as they were very quick to respond to calls as well as being on top of things going on at the table. The pork here is amazing. They do it very well and the different styles they have makes it for a great experience. Lots of different combinations of pork to style but they do make it simple. I would say the lacking point is in the side dishes like the karaage which just seems ok? Just go here for the pork and be happy with the experience. read more

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Located in a small plaza, there is a bit of parking out front but thankfully we found an open spot. We were instantly greeted the moment we walked in and got seated very promptly despite the Sunday lunch rush. The space was pretty spacious compared to their Capitol Hill location which was much appreciated. Bottle service for our two different Sake orders was honestly much appreciated and each recommendation did not disappoint. This time around, I ordered the Katsu Curry with Korubuta Pork as my choice of meat. The katsu hit just as much as my last visit at their other location with a nice outer crunch and meaty inside that was cooked just right. The curry was decadent with the mixed in chocolate and was very rich with flavor that complemented the fatty pork. Always a great experience eating at either of their locations. read more

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Another spot that has been bookmarked for a little while. We stopped by for lunch and waited roughly 30 mins. My husband ordered the kurobuta and it paired super well with the tomato and cheese. The acidity from the tomato balanced the fried pork tenderloin. The katsudon was also perfect with the egg. I'm not a huge salad person but the sesame dressing got me to eat so much cabbage. Someone find me their formulation! Definitely recommend getting this one once in a while. There is a small parking lot but seems to be fairly full. We had a little trouble finding parking. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Katsudon Rosu Set; Follow me @RimyEats on Instagram - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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At a Japanese restaurant in general, if I'm not ordering sushi for my main meal, I'm ordering katsu, so I've been excited to try this spot since katsu is their specialty! They offer it in various styles with the main proteins being pork, chicken and shrimp (ebi). Other than the plain traditional katsu, you can get it with miso sauce, curry, in a broth (nabe) or with grated radish, just to name a few. If you opt for pork, they have a few different cuts, which range from Rosu (the fattiest), Kurobota (described as having the most flavorful meat and fat), and Hire (the leanest). We went for dinner on a Saturday and a line had already started to form when we arrived at 4:50P, 10 minutes before their 5:00P opening. By the time they opened, the line almost reached the street! Needless to say, almost all tables were occupied by the time everyone was seated. I like the assortment of seating from regular tables, booths, counter space and tall tables in the bar. Most katsu items come in a set with cabbage pickles, rice and miso soup, but these three sides are an extra $5 if you select a donburi or curry. KUROBUTA KATSU ($28): A meaty cutlet of pork was fried to perfection, boasting a crispy, radiant golden crust. The fry was light and didn't feel oily at all. I found a couple pieces to be fattier than I'd like, which is expected of the Kurobuta, but the meat was definitely tender as promised! The pieces are on the thicker side, but I didn't have trouble biting through them and the crust stayed intact, retaining its crunch for the duration of my meal. A small dish of sesame seeds came on the side with a wooden mortar to crush them. Our server instructed us to pour katsu sauce over the crushed seeds for dipping, which made for a perfect bite with the sweet sauce and slightly nutty sesame flavor. For a bit of heat, dab on a little mustard for a wasabi-like kick. The mound of cabbage was light and refreshing without any bitterness. I enjoyed it with a substantial drizzle of their sesame dressing that transformed it into a delicious slaw. My miso soup completed the meal and warmed me up. My mom enjoyed the chicken katsu which was very moist, and my sister liked the ebi that came with four large prawns. My dad thought the curry was just okay. The plate contained too much sauce for the amount of rice provided and he stated it had a sweeter taste whereas he would have preferred more spice. Since his curry didn't come in a set, this didn't seem worth the value either. The wait staff was friendly and efficient. They work as a good team between taking orders, bussing tables, refilling waters and managing payment. A couple of them checked on us a couple times and seemed to have a good system going. Katsu is tough to master, but this place does it right! I highly recommend just their plain traditional version, but am enticed to try their katsu with miso sauce next time. 4.25 stars. read more

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4/5 overall Food: 5/5 My katsu was perfectly done! The meat and cheese ratio is perfect (for me, I love cheese! Others might prefer more meat in theirs). It's perfectly crispy and the cabbage salad is refreshing to pair with the oily entree. I also love that each set comes with your own bowl of rice and miso soup! Overall great price for the amount of food and quality! Ambiance: 4/5 Small restaurant but very clean and organized. They have booths and tall tables as well as a bar side table too! Perfect for all sizes (families w/kids, single eater, large groups, etc) Parking: 1/5 Seriously downside of this location is the limited parking.buou'll be lucky to grab a spot in the place. Otherwise you'll have to park across the street in the mall plaza or the neighborhood behind the restaurant read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Cheeseeeee - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Went to eat here again. As always the staff are super friendly. The food is delicious. We ordered iberico miso katsu, and hire oroshi katsu also the ebi tempura. The ebi was super crunchy and had so much breading but really good. We were seated by the high top counter. I think my downside here really is just parking, the parking gets very full easily. read more

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It was great to have a Redmond location open. Tonkatsu is almost a Japanese staple. I don't think I have ever had a bad tonkatsu dish. This place does it well. A little pricey but cheaper than having to go to Japan. It gets busy quickly and service can be a little less than attentive. The atmosphere is fast moving and quick turnarounds. read more

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Today it turned out to be a tonkatsu day, I.e. a very good day. The location is bigger than I expected and luckily we got seated immediately at the counter, despite it being full (around 1PM). Parking is pretty small, so if you're not lucky you might need to drive around to find street parking. Not optimal. Anyway, the menu is quite extensive, with many tonkatsu options. I got a kurobuta katsu menu and a side of menchi katsu. The kurobuta was a bit dry and not as fatty and juicy as I wished, but it was delicious nonetheless. Menchi katsu was very good, but not at the level of Saku in Vancouver, which IMHO is the best. Overall very good lunch in a friendly atmosphere with a Japanese vibe. Service was courteous and fast. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Menchi katsu side - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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I wasn't impressed with Kobuta and Ookami the last time we ate here. Two years later, my opinion hasn't changed. I am writing a brief update to remind myself not to return. -- Two dishes without drinks and appetizers is $78 to leave the restaurant. Not expensive but not cheap, either. This place has a hurry-up, eat-and-leave vibe. Our "table" this time is bench-like off to one side. It barely fits the depth of the tray where the rice bowl and soup bowl are sticking out of the tray. All of these make the cost even more annoying. -- The table sauces of salad dressing and katsu sauce are still sub-par, with the katsu sauce being sub-sub-par. It is way too thin and runny. -- Service is slim but tolerable. At least they refilled our water this time. The Food this visit: Iberico Oroshi Katsu, $32 - 3 Stars The pork didn't stand out. It didn't taste like a $32 dish. Ebi Katsu, $28 - 1 Stars The shrimps are too cooked. Each bite tasted like fried dough only. The cross-section shows a dry shriveled-up shrimp inside. If I am going to spend my calories and cholesterol on fried foods, there are more satisfying meals and comfortable seating elsewhere. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Ebi Katsu, $28 - 1 Stars - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

I think this was my second time at Kobuta and Ookami - the last time I came was when it had first opened. I think the quality of Kobuta and Ookami has been good and consistent since the beginning. I've compared this place to Saku in BC, Canada and I honestly don't think this place quite matches to Saku's taste but it's a great alternative for the Eastside! I personally got the nabeyaki udon and loved that it came out with the fire - super hot broth, the way it should be. The broth was flavorful but I felt that the udon noodles were too thick and chewy for my taste. I think the biggest complaints about this location is the parking lot - there are probably around 10 or so spots for such a hot spot. You'd probably be better off parking elsewhere and walking to the restaurant. It's also a fairly busy restaurant, so I'd add extra waiting time if you don't have a reservation. They also only take reservations for parties of 6+ people. We had a reservation with 10 people, one of whom had a wheelchair. Our reservation was at 7:30 but there was still a big party seated where we would be at and the hostess said that she was just waiting for them leave (the party looked like they had already paid but were still hanging around). It was nearing 15 minutes past our reservation time and the party still hadn't left so we had to nudge the hostess because it was fairly cold outside + someone in our party had a wheelchair. I don't know how long we would've waited if we didn't ask again...but luckily we were able to be seated right after that. They had also already left out a chair to accommodate for the wheelchair. read more

Kobuta and Ookami is a blessing to the Seattle food scene serving up cripsy and juicy katsu. They have multitple locations now, I've been to both and the Redmond location definitely has more space but parking may be limited. You do have to have your full party before seating. There's a wide variety of foods tro choose from and you don't need to opt for something fried as they have plenty of options. Definitely a good spot to come with friends or family! It does get busy so try to make it out a little earlier than you typically would. Staff: very nice and attentive(5/5) Sanitation status: Clean (5/5) Karaage (5/5) The karaage here was really good. It was juicy and filled with a lot of juice. The outside texture was crispy and consisted of a potatoey starch with flavors of ginger coming through. Unadon (5/5) This was such a good dish for Unagi lovers. I would definitely come back for this one. It was a rice box with unagi (eel) and egg that has been turned into ribbons. The set came with unlimited miso soup and salad as well. They have a sesame dressing that you can put on top too. A cute edition was they gave me a spoon shaped like a fish. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Karaage - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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Although we had reservations, it took them a while to seat us for dinner time. They were very efficient with their service though once we got seated. They have quite a bit of meat options and dishes. I got the iberico nanban. It's definitely their take on a nanban. It was a fried egg instead of egg salad. The nanban just tasted like a katsu which was sad since its different. Although it wasn't something I asked for it was still delicious. If you came for a nanban, you'll be disappointed. Their katsus though are good; large portions. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Iberico nanban - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Came here to try the Japanese restaurant that specializes in katsu. It tastes good but is nothing amazing. Definitely on the pricier side. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

Lovely atmosphere and great service. There were a few groups ahead of us but we still ended being seated quickly without needing a reservation on a weekend afternoon. Food was served quickly and the portions were HUGE in my opinion. Everything tasted great overall, I got the katsu ume-shiso, but I think I might prefer regular pork katsu which I'll try next time. My friend got the Udon with Shitake Cream sauce which was delicious and a good price! We also tried to Yuzu Matcha which was really light. I do prefer my matcha a little bit stronger. But it was refreshing. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Katsu Ume-shiso - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington

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They aren't many dedicated katsu spots where I'm from so I was exited to check this place out. They serve a couple different katsu dishes and allow you to choose from the type of pork you want also. They come as a set that comes with some miso soup, rice and a side salad. The quality of the katsu was amazing - nice juicy and thick cuts of pork that have the perfect crispy panko crust. Dip it with their katsu sauce or ponzu and you have the perfect tangy bite to pair with the fried pork. As a restaurant solely focused on katsu, they fry their dishes to perfection and know what they're doing. Wish we had one back at home! Entrees: Oroshi Katsu, Katsu Curry and Tomato and Cheese Katsu Sides: Tempura Shrimp read more

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We two had lunch on a weekday, a few days after returning from Japan. It was ok, but we won't be back. FOOD: 3.0. - 3:0: Kurobuta Katsu lunch. Katsu was fine. Pickled veggies (2.0) were substandard: my partner was served a variety; I received one mushy ginger and one mushy daikon slice. The quantities of cabbage and pork were generous as neither of us could finish our lunch. - 3.0: Squash croquettes. SERVICE: 3.5. Fast and accurate. AMBIANCE: 4.0. Attractive Japan-themed interior. Counter seats, regular tables, booths, and high tables. Low-volume Japanese pop music playing in background. read more

The katsu here is honestly some of the best I've ever had. Kobuta & Ookami totally lives up to the hype--huge portions, super juicy and tender katsu, and really friendly service. Worth the wait in every way. I tried the Iberico pork katsu with mustard and pickles, the Kurobuta katsu with grated daikon, the chicken curry katsu, and the fried oysters. The Iberico was insanely tender without being too fatty or greasy. All the katsu had this perfect crunchy panko crust, and you can tell they use fresh oil for frying. The oysters were huge, crispy on the outside, and super juicy on the inside. The space is modern and clean. Expect to wait around 30 minutes to an hour, but it's so worth it. Prices are on the higher side, but totally fair for the quality, portions, and experience. Kobuta & Ookami is officially my new go-to. read more

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I bring all of my out of town guests here. The katsu is so insanely god, the service is fast, and the pricing is really good considering the quality of the food. And it's nice that you can actually have a conversation and hear the people across the table from you. Good acoustics inside! read more

ugh so crunchy and juicy ass chicken get the kubota cut it's so worth it The mozzarella was so good the cheese pull was immaculate Matcha tiramisu was a more unique item on the menu, definitely would get it again! It's really packed so get there before the rush. Our server was so nice and checked in on us periodically, we appreciated her. read more

Kobuta And Ookami - Mozzarella katsu - Japanese Near Me - Redmond, Washington