The gyudon and chicken katsu were okay. The gyudon had a mild taste and didn't have the savory richness I was expecting. The chicken katsu was thin and didn't have a lot of meat. For the portion size and quality, the pricing is on the higher side and didn't justify the cost. read more

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I got the katsu (pork) curry don ($15 / $17 with a small tip + tax) which was quite affordable. You order at a counter and they bring it out to you with a wait time of around 15 minutes. While the pork was kind of dry, it was a lot of food and the curry tasted like curry so it was whatever. The reason I gave this 4 stars because it was a whole lot of pork for a reasonable price and I was still pretty full after an intense workout. :) read more

KoKoLo Donburi - Milpitas - Pork katsu curry don - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Consistency. One of the greatest things that a restaurant can have when you can go away for a period of time.. know how their food is, have a craving, and come back to get exactly what you want and expect. It is a nice place with plenty of seating, and great for both lunch and dinner. Portions are good and the curry is solid. Sure, there are better places to get Japanese curry, but for the location.. there isn't much around unless you travel quite a bit further for those other options. Convenient location that's close to a lot of other businesses, and certainly convenient for me as it is close to work... So, KoKoLo tends to be a good spot to grab lunch from time to time. Always friendly and quick service which helps ease any short lunch breaks that I might find myself getting into sometimes. I usually go for the pork katsu over the chicken and depending on my mood, rice or udon... though rice is usually what I go for. read more

Just wondered in here due to hunger. I ordered all appetizers to try this place out. The cucumber salad was marvelous. The potstickers tasted as the should. And the wings were good but not the best of the 3 dishes to me. Service was quick but when my food arrived quick I was waiting and looking around for a fork to appear and I realized that no forks, and those black thingy on my table is not a straw(since I wasn't given water). It was chopsticks. So yep I ate everything with chopsticks for the first time. It was cool. Food was really good , service was a 4. And ambiance is whatever. I'm definitely going back to try the Katsu and Wagyu Ramen read more

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This casual hidden gem is something that everybody needs. Thhere's a variety of curry dishes to choose from along with other dishes. Curry Pork Tokatsu (5/5): The curry was very comforting and homey. The spices put into was splendid. The pork was juicy and plentiful. Unagi Tempura (5/5): This was my first time trying eel tempura and it blew my mind. I really enjoyed this. It was perfectly balanced with crispness from the perfectly fried tempura and the soft juicy and sweet unagi. I really want to come back for the unagi tempura at least. read more

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You order at the front, grab your own water and utensils, and then find a seat. There's plenty of parking and ample seating inside. We ordered: Chicken Karaage (3/5): It was fine, fried better than the katsu and paired nicely with the mayo. Decent as an appetizer, but it lacked crunch. Chicken Katsu Bowl (2/5): Also just okay. It wasn't very crispy and lacked flavor. Everything just tasted...bland. The chicken-to-rice ratio was off, about 1 to 2. I ended up taking home half a bowl of rice after finishing the chicken. read more

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Had lunch here. Parking was easy. Staff were friendly and efficient. Didnt have to wait too long for our food to be ready. The restaurant was clean. We ordered the following: Signature Chicken Wings: 2/5 Too salty imo. Sauce was soy based. The drumstick was a bit tough. Chicken Katsu Curry Bowl: 5/5 Curry was delicious! Portions were generous. Chicken was perfectly cooked! Wagyu Beef Curry Bowl: 3.5/5 Curry was a bit too rich for me. Not enough beef compared to rice ratio. Pricey. read more

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This is a decent option for casual, that Japanese food. They have a pretty extensive menu with typical Japanese "faster" meals, like sukiyaki, curry, Katsu, udon, etc. I would say that the food quality here is about average. I got the Sukiyaki, which comes with a really large bowl of soup, udon, cabbage, tofu, fishcakes, mushroom that tasted somewhat mild in flavor. We also got a dish with egg and Katsu, that was OK. I felt like the dish's texture was a little too mushy for my expectations. The way the store works is that you order at front of the register, get a number, then sit down at the table. All the drinks and utensils were self-serve when I came in about 1.5 to 2 hours before closing. The service was nice, however, it was more like a Casual do it yourself vibe. Prices are pretty decent, cheaper than average. read more

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I went here with some friends for dinner. It was highly rated on Yelp and I felt like Japanese food, so it seemed like a good fit. The food was ok. I got the oyakodon and I really wish it had been more flavorful. I had to add sriracha and soy sauce to the rice. There was also quite a bit of a cleaning solution smell. It was pretty unpleasant especially as we tried to enjoy our food. The mix of that smell and the tempura smell wasn't a great combination. read more

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Closed, but was my favorite curry spot. Was ordered chicken katsu curry weekly. I will miss this place for sure read more

KoKoLo Donburi - Milpitas - Closed notice - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Order at Counter then find your own seating. The store was spacious and had multiple tables. Wanted to try the Wagyu Beef Sukiyaki Don but they were out of beef that day. I came on a Monday around 1pm. Unagi Tempura: 4/5 Crispy and light. I enjoyed this. Onakyo Don: 3/5 Just okay, felt like something I can make myself at home. Tasted like steamed egg, chicken, and green onions. Katsu Curry Don: 3.5/5 Meat was a little tough and dry but the curry was tasty. They gave extra curry on the side which was a plus! Prices were affordable and staffs were friendly. I would come back to try other items since the one I wanted to try was sold out. read more

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This place is an affront to Japanese cuisine. Absolutely the worst katsu and oyako don we've encountered so far. Both dishes were extremely dry, nothing was juicy at all; they lacked any kind of flavor whatsoever. The curry just lacked soul that you're better off eating a Mitsuwa grocery pre-packaged curry set. It's so bad that we left our meals half finished and went to In-n-Out nearby instead. I've never had to abandon a meal like this before, but it was *that* bad. Just don't come here. Don't. Especially as your first time trying any of these dishes. They're not representative at all. I feel like I finally understand how Gordon Ramsay feels when he encounters food so offensive to him. read more

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Affordable place for good food. I ordered the chicken gyudon and it was pretty good for the price I paid. There are more options but I've opted for a comforting gyudon. I'd recommend the beef sukiyaki for a soupier experience. Service was "order first then get served", so nothing much to expect. Food was brought out in a timely fashion. Water and to go boxes were self serve It was a bit empty when I went with my friend, but other than that it's a casual place for a quick meal. read more

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Kokolo Donburi is a casual Japanese restaurant that offers a variety of rice bowls. We came here on a Monday night and there was plenty of parking. You order at the counter and get to choose where you sit. We ordered the mixed tempura, katsu sauce rice bowls and sukiyaki. Nothing really wow'd me when it came to taste but the portions were really huge. The best item was the sukiyaki. The tempura was fried fresh. The katsu was pretty dry and they gave a lot of rice. Overall Kokolo Donburi is just okay. I don't think I would come back since nothing wow'd me. read more

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Love the food here! This place is one of our favorite restaurants for quick Japanese food. We've had the Beef Sukiyaki Don, Pork Katsu Curry, Gyudon, and Potstickers. Those are our go to usuals and they never disappoint. The noodles have nice firmness, with the soup filling and delicious. Service is always attentive and friendly. You place your order at the counter, they bring your order to you, and they clean up after you. Ambiance is always clean and comfortable. There are always several tables to choose from. We've been here a handful of times and look forward to more visits to come. read more

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This time, I had the Wagyu beef sukiyaki don with rice and shared an order of the fried oysters with my daughter. We've had other dishes before that were also very tasty. Delicious and filling food, prices are still good too! Ambiance is casual, and the tables are spread out which is nice. Service is excellent - you order at the front and they bring the food to your table after a short wait. There's always parking in the lot. Highly recommend! read more

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My favorite restaurant in Milpitas! Every time I come back I'm reminded of how good the quality is, how big the portions are, and how cheap it is! The wagyu beef tsukiyaki is only $16 and 6 juicy fried oysters only costs $9! And I still had tsukiyaki leftovers for the next day! I have ordered the katsu curry and beef tsukiyaki multiple times, and still remember how good the egg chicken rice is too. You really can't beat the price or quality here, and there are so many options to choose from! The food comes out quickly and you're able to choose whichever table you want. It's never too busy but even if it were the tables are spread out nicely so you feel like you have plenty of space for yourself or your party! I'm going to meet here with friends more often! read more

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Parking lot in this plaza is huge so parking was not a problem! You order at the counter first and the staff members were friendly and helpful. I got the Katsu Curry Don and it was pretty good! It was flavorful, however, the chicken katsu was a bit dry. The portion was also pretty big for me so I had to to-go it! They have a self-service area for utensils and to-go boxes on the right side of the store. read more

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I thought I had already written a review for Kokolo Donburi, but I must have been mistaken. It's more than overdue, since my family and I always enjoy the food, regardless if we dine-in or take it to-go. When we've dined-in, the service is always quick and friendly. The staff does a good job of making you feel welcome. As for the food, all their dishes are really good. They also don't skimp on their portions, which is greatly appreciated. In addition, the food is always served hot and fresh. We always enjoy dishes like their Oyakodon, Katsudon Rice Bowl and their Pork and Chicken Katsu Curry Don. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised by this. I thought that it would just be rice with toppings, but I liked how the rice was seasoned with more than the toppings. It was very flavorful. The service was fast and responsive. The ambiance was simple and clean. I ordered the Shitake Mushroom bowl, and I was pleasantly with how much oyster mushrooms they used. And the mushroom had a good flavor. I also tried the unagi, and it was very tender. read more

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I wasn't sure what I was expecting but what I got was more than I expected. This restaurant was in a plaza that isn't super busy which was nice and parking was easy. When you enter, you order at the counter and then get your food, which felt kind of like a fast food Japanese establishment. BUT, the food certainly did not feel that way. I ordered the fried oyster small plate ($10) and the oysters were so fat and moist, very delicious. The portions were also very generous. The Beef Sukiyaki rice bowl (Wagyu beef with tofu and vegetables with house special soup. - $17 ) was so yummy, I definitely recommend it if you don't know what to get. I also got to pick off of my party's stir fry udon and wagyu beef curry, both also being very flavorful. Definitely isn't a date worthy type of place but the food is soo good, it's a good place for a quick delicious bite! read more

went in & ordered & asked which beers they had - I chose the hazy but then the guy told me they had everything except that one - so I chose the dipa - then a lady took over the register and she said they actually had everything? lol gyu don - mostly just a big ol bowl of rice but at least the beef was tender & juicy pork katsu curry don - curry was nice & not too watery or too salty - but the pork was quite dry :( we sat outside & they brought out the beers & cups & utensils & offered to get water for our dog they also brought the food out faster than I expected so I guess that was nice wind was blowing the empty cans everywhere tho so maybe we shouldnt've put the beers into the glasses lol read more

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Food was pretty good. I wouldn't go to far as to say it was amazing but it is on par with fast food chains like happy house. Chicken wings had great flavor; though a bit overcooked. The katsu curry had lots of flavor but also tasted like it came out of the premade curry packets. The mixed tempura was yummy and met expectations. Service was fast and ambiance was nice. Although i wish the AC was turned on; it was a hot day! read more

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WHY WE WENT HERE: - dinner THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located in McCarthy Ranch - located closer to the AT&T Store - some outdoor seating available THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - the type of place you order at the register first, obtain a number, seat yourself, and your order is brought to you - industrial/Asian vibes THE MENU: - small plate - signature katsu don WHAT WE ORDERED: - fried unagi - fried oyster - curry tonkasu rice bowl - vegetable tempura THE TASTE: - friend enjoyed his fried unagi and fried oyster - curry tonkasu rice bowl was a bit sweeter than anticipated, but still savory and good; too much rice served with it - vegetable tempura was great! crunchy and seasoned CUSTOMER SERVICE: - warm - welcoming read more

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Fast service. Convient. Lots of parking. Cheaper priced option for a meal that will fill you up. I can't really argue with that in this economy. But, i will say the food here without sauces lacks flavor for me. The breading/coating of the fried items like the chicken karage and katsu isn't your traditional light battered fry. I found the coating of the chicken karage to be floury and the katsu to be also thick and lacking panko. It also wasn't fried to crispy like a katsu should be; honestly i thought i was eating a schnitzel if i didn't pay attention. But like i said, it's a good price for an affordable meal, easy parking and if you're not a picky eater. read more

Not bad for a quick meal. Sukiyaki was tasty. Squid was a bit over battered. Curry katsu was fine, nothing special. read more

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We were looking for something to eat in the area, after shopping at The Great Mall. Plenty of parking outside, and the inside of the restaurant was very spacious. You order your meal first and then take a table. Lots of different options. We opted for the katsu curry, D2 had the chicken katsu and I had the tonkatsu. Very generous portion and i liked that it wasn't drowning in the curry sauce.They actually gave a small bowl of curry sauce that I dipped my katsu into. My tonkatsu wasn't dry and nice and crispy. read more

We came here on a weekday with an empty restaurant and plenty of parking outside. The restaurant is spacious. When you arrive, you order at the counter and they give you a number with a choice to choose any table when you dine in. Quick turn around for ordering and getting the food. We ordered the stir fry udon and tonkatsu don. The tonkatsu was pretty good with some parts thicker than others. I appreciated the extra curry on the side. The udon was mid. The photos make it look so appetizing. For the price, the bowl was quite small with very little mushrooms and beef. read more

My cousin & I had dinner at Kokolo Donburi on a Sunday night after watching the 49ers in nearby Santa Clara. We were starved so something with rice was definitely what we needed and were looking to have. I went with the gyudon ($15) and my cousin got the katsu don with egg ($15). We also ordered ika karaage ($9) and jidori karaage ($10) for appetizers. I like the gyudon i ordered but would have preferred no ginger on mine. The photo on the menu doesnt show or allude to any ginger in the description otherwise I would have opted to not have it. The meat was good, added soy sauce and mixed it all up with the rice and onions. Just what I needed after a long day at the stadium. My cousin liked his katsu don. He hadnt had one like that with the egg and it hit the spot for him. The chicken karaage was good and so was the squid. I liked both of them but enjoyed the squid more. Squeezed some lemon on them and used their provided dipping sauce. Good stuff. The chicken karaage was good. Moist not dry. Dipping sauce was the same as the one for the squid. We ordered a good amount and still had leftovers. Service was friendly. I think the gentleman that took our order was the owner. A young lady that was there and helping clean up looked to be a family member but I'm not certain. They were both nice & friendly. They both checked in on us and thanked us on our way out. The one thing I noticed that evening was some of the tables needed to be cleared. The man taking the orders was also the one clearing the tables when he had a chance... Nice people, we would for sure go back. I would try a sukiyaki don or katsu don next time. Plenty of parking in their shared lot. @ entrances on either side of the establishment. Located off the 237 near the 880. They provide water. My cousin was ecstatic that they had Coke Zero. Ha! read more

A must-visit local treasure where heart, service, and flavor come together perfectly! In a world where good service can feel rare, KoKolo Donburi reminds you what true hospitality looks like. Our host Janny surprised us with two comforting bowls of miso soup and local ube flavored gelato on the house!! The service was exceptional and coupled with the food cured my homesickness. From comforting noodles and perfectly balanced rice bowls to the creatively crispy Unagi (eel) tempura, I was pleasantly surprised and won over. Every dish bursts with authentic flavor and thoughtful presentation. The vibrant Japanese mural, designs, and decorations also created a fun-casual family-friendly atmosphere perfect for a night out! The meal I had there was the highlight of my year and a memory I will cherish! It's an experience that leaves you full, happy, and already planning your next visit. read more

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Not a bad spot but nothing stands out at this place for me. The bowl was fine but it did not make me want to come back nor have I craved it since. A decent spot if you're just trying to find food. Easy to find parking. read more

Honestly pretty disappointed. I came here because of all the good reviews, but the food didn't live up to the hype. The katsu was really tough and dry, the meat was bland, and overall the dish just didn't have much flavor. The presentation was good, but the food itself was mid and didn't make up for it. read more

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Today, we had lunch with some good friends on a lazy Sunday afternoon. Curry Tonkatsu: Fried Premium Pork or Chicken with House Special Curry Sauce (Rice or Udon) (4/5) - the katsu was partially covered in the curry, which was good. Because you want to appreciate the crunchiness of the katsu! They also give you a little dish of extra curry sauce. Otherwise, the dish would be drenched in sauce. The sauce itself was on the sweeter side and not much spice at all. Jidori Karaage: Japanese Style Fried Chicken Thigh (3.5/5) - Jidori, (地鶏), literally "local chicken", chickens whose parents or one parent are native to Japan and raised according to a prescribed method, such as cage free or free range. It came on a bed of green cabbage and with an orange-colored mayonnaise, lemon wedges. Our friends shared a Wagyu Beef Sukiyaki: Wagyu Beef with Tofu and Vegetables with House Special Soup. They wanted just a udon noodle soup, but they didn't serve this, so they opted for the sukiyaki, which they seemed to enjoy it. The service is always nice, patient, and friendly! At the end of your meal, the workers will clean up the dishes for you. We tried to self bus our dishes but were quickly told to just leave them. Good quality fast-food Japanese food! read more

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i'll rate higher because of pricing and quantity if you're looking for a standard chicken katsu curry this might not hit the spot that's itching the curry is very sweet just keep that in mind that it's not your "typical" japanese curry it's sweeter and less umami but i did enjoy for what it was seperate than what i was expecting especially for the price and the portion! there were a lot of other items too so i'm sure there's something for everyone read more

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What happened to this place? Why is is permanently closed? Their beef sukiyaki Don was delicious! :(

Came to this spot after 2 hrs of bowling. Definitely a very nice warm and comforting meal to end the night. I got the katsudon bowl, my buddy got the gyudon and some takoyaki to share. Personally I liked my meal more than his. The chicken was moist, the egg and rice were also very flavorful with the sauce. No extra seasonings we're needed! The bowl was finished clean. Also appreciate the server informed us of his favorites and Recs of dishes to try. They were very kind and quick to help out. The interior is very spacious, fun artwork, and wasn't packed at all on a Sunday night. Will come back if in the area and craving something warm and simple. Might even orde a beer along with it! read more

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Happy to find comforting Japanese food here and this place has so many great choices on their menu. You order first at the register and sit down at any open table and they'll come bring your food. We ordered the unadon (eel) with udon noodles, the chicken wings, oyakodon (chicken, egg, and rice), miso soup and also edamame. The eel was really good and the udon noodles were exceptional. The broth that the came with the udon was lightly sweet and so comforting on a cold day. The oyakodon was also good and there was a lot of chicken. The chicken wings were crispy and had a nice flavor. I recommend this place for anyone looking for authentic Japanese rice bowls and other comforting dishes. This place is casual, so it would be great for either lunch or dinner on any day of the week. I will definitely be coming again and bringing my other friends who love Japanese food. read more

KoKoLo Donburi - Milpitas - Unadon (eel) with udon noodles, miso soup, Oyakodon Bowl (Chicken and Egg Bowl), chicken wings, and edamame - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

Was in the mood for some katsu don and decided to check out this place in Milpitas. When walking in the decorations is what you notice right away with this restaurant. The server Celeste was super friendly and helpful with explaining the menu since it was my first time here. I was impressed by their self serving bar where you can get your own waters and utensils. What I ordered: Katsu-don (4/5): I was really impressed with how huge the portions are for an entree that is $15, this does not disappoint. It comes with katsu pork, egg, sukiyaki sauce, green onions and marinated onions. You have a choice between chicken and pork and whether you want this with rice or noodles. I felt like the pork lacked a bit of flavor which I wanted but the sukiyaki helped it out a little bit. Miso soup (2.5/5): I felt like the soup was missing a ton of miso paste in this dish since it tasted bland. I was hoping that there would be more flavor in the broth. Luckily the portion for this is huge which $3 a miso soup is such a steal! Overall, not a bad place to go to! I would definitely come back again and try other items out. I was sad to see that there uni-Ikura was out of stock but once it's back I'm going to come back for that one! read more

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Check in for $2 off!! Monday night the place only had two other tables filled. Many people came in for to-go orders. Order first then choose a table. Ordering was easy and the service was kind. Wagyu Beef Sukiyaki: Really enjoyed the flavor and tenderness of the meat. Tonkatsu Curry: Solid comfort meal Unadon: The eel was very flavorful and had shreds of egg. For how inexpensive it was I don't mind bones but I wouldn't get it if I was going on a date or your date will be watching you pick out the tiny little bones from the eel/your mouth. read more

KoKoLo Donburi - Milpitas - Wagyu Sukiyaki Udon, Curry Tonkasu Rice Bowl, and Unadon Rice Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Milpitas, California

We went here on a weekday night for dinner. The restaurant was a lot bigger on the inside than we expected and had many tables that were quite spread out. There weren't many people eating at the restaurant, so we were able to quickly order and eat our food. We got the sukiyaki + udon, and chicken katsudon. The sukiyaki was nice and warm and filled with veggies, tofu, and tender meat, but the flavor was slightly lacking - the sukiyaki in Japan were slightly more savory and sweet. Meanwhile, the chicken katsu was solid, and the chicken was crispy on the outside yet juicy on the inside. read more

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