i was looking for a japanese thick tonkatsu place and found this place. this was a surprise find. i had thought this was the katsu chain I frequent in Taiwan. But, I don't think so, this is ramen. i order the #1 tonkatsu ramen and with pork tonkatsu combo for about 20 the ramen white soup base is the first time I had this. very good the katsu was fat and very good as well. i finished everything including the cabbage. in addition, i think the 2 piece of pork in the ramen is bacon or pork belly. very generous thick slices as well. total with 20% tip is about $25. very good! read more

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Food: Their Tonkotsu Ramen was decent overall--the chashu had a nice char to it--but it's not one I'm used to. It had an interesting creaminess to it, which made it relatively heavier than other Tonkotsu broths. The Takoyaki and Ikakeso Karaage were pretty good, too! Service: Great! Our waiter was attentive and checked in on us a few times. Ambiance: Casual, traditional. Parking: Ample parking. Located in a plaza. read more

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PLEASE READ TILL THE END. This rating is based solely on my dish: Beef Yakiniku Curry Rice. The portion had a good amount of beef and was very flavorful. The beef was thinly sliced, not greasy, and paired well with the curry. It also came with pickled radish on the side, which helped cleanse the palate. Nothing too crazy, but definitely fun to eat. The server was friendly and very mindful of allergies. I loved that the utensils are kept in a small drawer by the table, clean and doesn't take up space. HOWEVER... let me spill the tea. The rest of my party (3 other people) absolutely HATED their dishes. I have an egg allergy, so I couldn't try their katsu or ramen, which I found a bit surprising, since most ramen places I've been to don't use eggs in the noodles themselves. I was torn because I genuinely enjoyed my dish, but considering this is primarily a ramen shop, I feel obligated to share their experience. The ramen broth was very bland almost milky, and the meat was chewy and disappointing. I hope it was only an off day for them since there are so many great reviews which prompted us to go in the first place read more

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This place is sooooo GOOD!!! Very satisfying and it does get packed so I would go early read more

Kurobuta - Curry chicken katsu ramen and K5. Cheese Katsu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I love it here!! The pork tonkotsu is SO yummy, i think about it pretty regularly. The ramen is also very tasty, but i really come for the tonkotsu. The service is great for such an intimate space. Servers are friendly and quick with taking orders and if you need to go boxes. read more

Kurobuta - K2. Pork Tender Loin Katsu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

We purchased food to go here and what a good choice we made in visiting this outstanding restaurant among hundreds of Asian restaurant choices in Carrollton! The service is top notch, warm and friendly! In fact, our waitress, skipped the tipping part of the transaction since our order was to go. I tipped anyway! We ordered the vegetable ramen and the beef yakiniku ramen and made them combination orders for a small amount more with added cheese katsu and chicken katsu with the most delicious sauces. Both ramens were outstanding and just what we needed in cold weather. The broth is really flavorful as well. This was my first try at cheese katsu and now I am definitely a fan! Absolutely remarkable food. The decor is cute and the atmosphere is very nice. I would definitely go back here for more of the delicious ramen and katsu and maybe try some other items! I highly recommend! read more

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This place is known for ramen and katsu but both are NOT good at all! We ordered the classic tonkotsu ramen and it was tasteless. So many things that are wrong about this ramen. The noodles are not the traditional wheat ramen noodles, they're egg noodles like Chinese noodles. Chasu pork is very chewy. The egg is ajitama, not marinated egg but just a plain boiled egg. The broth is oddly white, super bland, and tastes like hot milk. Pork tender loin katsu is supposed to be juicy and crispy. It has the crispiness from the batter but the meat is very bland. The gravy has an odd flavor profile - the tartness and sweetness going two separate ways. Dressing on cabbage salad that comes with the katsu is tasteless thick liquid. The only good thing about this place is our friendly server. read more

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Kurobuta is my goto place for Pork Loin Katsu. One, because it taste good. Two, because they package it nicely when you get it for takeout The salad might have too much mayo on it though... but I still ate it Everything just goes nicely together: the tonkatsu, the kimchi/pickled radish, the salad, and of course the rice. Their takoyaki is pretty good too. read more

Kurobuta - Pork Loin Katsu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Great service and a pretty dang good ramen. I've had some incredible like 5-star almost ramen and this is my favorite in for a pinch on in this part of Dallas. Good broth and noodles and piping hot (been to a couple here and it came out lukewarm). Definitely stop by! - Only improvements would be cleaning the bathroom and a spot where it was quieter if you didn't want the more communal bar atmosphere. read more

Kurobuta - R1. Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Met up with a coworker for dinner--great ramen and great service. we also split a bottle of soju and had a great time. read more

Kurobuta - R10. Beef Yakiniku Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

As someone who's lived in Japan for 2.5 years, I always try to find spots to compare or to scratch that itch and fail miserably. I found this place a 2weeks ago and I've already been back twice. The curry here is amazing. They do it w ramen and rice. As someone who's had both, they're both delicious. I will be returning especially as it gets rainy and colder out!! The service is fast and attentive. The ambiance also gives that hole in the wall Japan vibe. read more

Kurobuta - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Stopped by with a party of 6 on a Sunday afternoon. We had maybe a 10-15 minute wait. I got the seafood ramen and the bowl was packed with toppings (which was what I wanted). The portion size was great and left me full with leftovers. The broth was also yummy with some seafood essence; I think it was perfect after adding some togarashi for a kick. Decent pricing for the portion size so would definitely go back! read more

I really enjoyed the hip hip Asian fives at this restaurant. The ramen was really good and flavorful. The staff is great and the overall dining experience was good. For genuine Japanese ramen I give this a thumbs up. read more

Kurobuta - R2. Tonkotsu Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Kurobuta is one of those places where the food actually justifies the hype. The dishes feel thoughtfully put together, not just slapped on a plate, and the flavors are bold without being overdone. Their pork belly and ramen stand out as solid choices--comfort food done right. Service is friendly but not always fast; you're not going to be in and out in 20 minutes, so bring a little patience. The staff do a good job of checking in without hovering, though, which keeps the vibe relaxed. Ambiance leans cozy and modern. It's not a fancy "dress-up" spot, but it's stylish enough for a date night or catching up with friends. The noise level can get a little high during peak hours, so if you're looking for quiet conversation, maybe come earlier. Overall: Kurobuta is a great choice if you're craving hearty, well-made Japanese comfort food with a slightly elevated twist. Not flawless, but definitely worth repeat visits. read more

I came on a Saturday for lunch with friends, and to start off the flavors of the dishes are definitely there. I got the curry rice with chicken katsu and it was delicious! My friends got ramen and they also had no complaints. My reason for it not being a 5 star is due to the insanely slow service, which is at no fault of the server as he was doing his best apparently taking care of most if not all the tables. My friend had asked for sriracha and she never got it. We ran out of water but no one came to check up on us to even let us ask for more. I had to flag down someone for us to pay. Overall the food is good, however I think they could improve on their staffing in front of house. I did notice we were not at all the only ones waiting a long time for ordering food and getting any service. read more

Kurobuta - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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It was a good experience. I went here years ago when it first opened but was underwhelmed. They've made lots of changes since then and am glad I tried it tonight. Cheese katsu- portions were huge and I was really stuffed. The cheese was so gooey and tasty! Chicken katsu was nice and crispy. I got a side of curry and I'm glad I did as I don't like their sweet sauce that came with it. The curry sauce is a bit sweet and mild. If possible, I would prefer if they could omit the sugar as I really don't like sweet. Spicy tonkotsu ramen- super tasty! I think I like this slightly better than the cheese katsu but it was salty. Still, I enjoyed the bowl I actually rate this place 3.5/5. What I hope to see them improve on is cleanliness as I see lots of crumbs when I sat at my seat. But other than that, great place to eat, good portion sizes and decent price. Will be back. read more

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I tried the super spicy ramen. Not too bad, but I didn't care for the type of pork in this ramen. It's almost like bacon and I expected chasu. Also wasn't really a fan of the noodles. I tend to lean towards the thinner texture and these are fairly thick. Their gyoza are some of the best I've had! I went back twice for those alone. All in all, I would definitely go back to try other items on the menu. Friendly service, space to dine in, but I would order ahead because it can take a while for the food. read more

I had the tonkotsu ramen - the pork was a little tough to bite through instead of the normal soft pork belly meant to be in tonkotsu but I did appreciate the char like taste it had like they grill it. The broth is very white like the reviews say but I don't think it was bland, it was smooth and just enough flavor to complement the rest of the ingredients. The noodles were also good and cooked just right I enjoyed that, but I was disappointed with the eggs. I ordered an extra eggs as I love a good ramen egg but these were not traditional ramen eggs rested in soy sauce it's just a normal soft boiled egg. I should have opted for no spinach as it was slightly over whelming but all in all it was a good hearty bowl of ramen. I also got a potato croquette as an appetizer and was very tasty. Service was relaxed quick and helpful read more

Kurobuta - Pork R1. Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I came here for lunch because I was in the area. Kurobuta has been on my list for some time now. I understand why this place has received so many positive reviews, but I was not impressed with it. I ordered the chicken katsu. It took roughly 15 minutes for the food to come out, which wasn't too long of a wait. It came with a white dipping sauce, a cabbage salad with a mayo-based dressing, and a small bowl of rice. Chicken katsu is made of white meat. Despite being fried, the inside was still moist and juicy. The lack of seasoning and the unsatisfactory dipping sauce made it unpalatable. I prefer the traditional katsu sauce. The salad's dressing was also excessively sweet. The rice was cooked perfectly. The restaurant is small and intimate. I love how they have all the utensils and napkins in the drawers at the table, super convenient. Service was great. The server explained everything thoroughly. Overall verdict: it was a decent meal, but I probably won't be coming back. Good: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5 read more

Kurobuta - Chicken katsu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Service was fast, and everyone was socializing inside, making this a great spot to catch up with friends. However, I was hoping my spicy tonkotsu ramen would be spicier. I also was not the biggest fan of the chashu. read more

Kurobuta - Spicy tonkotsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

My husband and I have gotten takeout here an embarrassingly high amount of times that the staff typically recognize us. We love the spicy tonkatsu ramen! They are also just so friendly! Highly recommend! read more

Plenty of seating, loved that they gave us a water jug for us to refill our waters. Convenient utensils underneath the tables. Staff was fast serving us. The food was good. The pork cheese katsu was fun to have. I normally get the chicken or pork katsu so this was different for me. The sauce for the pork cheese katsu was just ok, I didn't really like it to much. The curry was a lot better and I dipped it in that most of the time. read more

Kurobuta - Menu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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Food was amazing love how large the prawn fried shrimp was, rice was little undercooked, curry was amazing but if you can't tolerate spicy food don't get it. But I managed. Service was good and quick we did take out they help take our order. It was still hot by the time I got home. Ambiance peaceful. 8/10 great job oh fried crispy shrimp appreciate how they separated our sauces. I'd come back next time I'm in town read more

Kurobuta - Shrimp Katsu Curry Rice - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Had lunch here, it's a simplistic menu with something for everyone. Tip: Utensils & napkins are on a pull-out side drawer of your table, we didn't know until we asked. It's convenient though to have access to what you need versus waiting on someone to bring it. Edamame - a bit salty, they give you plenty! Salmon Steak Don - good portion size of salmon. Tonkotsu Ramen - egg was perfect, pork was good, & the noodles had that "snap" that we all like. The broth was good. The staff was nice & patient, often checking in with us, we spent quite some time there. The food wasn't cold, but it wasn't particularly hot. I was hoping the ramen would be a little warmer but it was so-so, they were semi-busy so I'm not sure if food getting to us played a factor but we felt it came out quickly. Each table has their own pitcher of water which also works out well, they were quick to bring more when ours was empty. Tables are a bit close together (the seating against the wall at least), you can hear the other tables conversion at just a casual level. It could be disruptive. The floor was a little sticky, I noticed this passing though to go to the restroom. Restroom was okay. Small restaurant, however it's not a stand alone & in a strip with others, understandable. Prices are good & affordable! read more

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Curry Ramen - 10/10, I loved this dish so much! The curry was so flavorful with a perfect noodle to sauce ratio. The chicken katsu was perfectly cooked, both crispy and tender. The portion size was also huge for the price. Cheese Katsu - 6/10, this was ok in my opinion! I think I prefer the chicken Katsu. The pork was harder to chew but the cheese was an interesting take. I would still give it a try. The overall environment and staff was very welcoming. I would definitely come back! read more

Kurobuta - Curry Ramen with Chicken Katsu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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We go here for the cheese tonkastsu and the curry sauce! I absolutely recommend the cheese tonkastsu here it's the best I've had loadeddd with cheese they are all end pieces so little boats of cheese. The first cheese tonkastsu that the cheesw don't feel as overly overwhelming- it has a nice milder taste. The curry sauce is a red curry and has a fruity(?) taste? Not like the Japanese "golden curry" taste. We have not gotten the ramen here so can not comment on that but the udons was not great. I personally did not like the udon's broth. It's always pretty quiet even with customers, service is good and quick! read more

Kurobuta - T5. Cheese Katsu + Udon Curry Sauce - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I would've given this place 5 stars but the service was not the same as before. A gentleman by the name Baek? was extremely rude and I was disappointed in how I was treated as a customer, he kept muttering something under his breath but I was unable to make out what he was saying ... he seemed very upset about the fact that I asked to sit at a wider table while the restaurant was empty.. The customer service here was absolutely terrible and I am very disappointed because this place is somewhere my family and I always looked forward to eating at. The food was excellent but I do believe "customer service" here can be improved. read more

Kurobuta - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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*Passing Through* Dish : The "R13" Overall 5/10 Flavor: 3/10 Presentation: 8/10 Portion: 10/10 *Tofu = weird texture read more

Kurobuta - R13 - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

First time here, we got the takoyaki, chicken katsu curry, and the spicy tonkotsu ramen. The takoyaki was delicious, it came out super hot and fresh, and was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. One of the best ones I have had! The chicken katsu itself was also good and crunchy, and the rice it came with was warm and soft. The curry was...interesting, it is a Japanese style curry but they added a lot of ketchup in the curry, giving a kind of tangy taste. I didn't really enjoy the curry part. On the other hand the spicy tonkotsu ramen was pretty good, with chewy noodles, a pretty rich broth, and the chasu was torched giving a great flavor! The only thing is the chasu is super thin, so there isn't too much in the ramen. Otherwise I really enjoyed this, and the portion was pretty good too! For the portion and price, I think the food is pretty good! I only didn't like their curry sauce that much. The service was quick and fast, and the interior is clean and well kept. A good place to grab a quick lunch! read more

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We stopped here for a late lunch. We ordered the Cajun edamame, spicy ramen, and omu rice. The ramen was very good, with a flavorful broth and ramen noodle texture. The edamame was not my favorite, it was a bit overcooked and under seasoned, and I wasn't a huge fan of the Cajun seasoning. The omu rice was not what I expected, the egg was really good but the rice leaned too sweet for me. I did take it home, fried up my own crispy egg and added some chili crisp, which really enhanced the flavor. The service was quick and really friendly. Definitely will be back to try some of the other types of ramen. read more

Kurobuta - Omu rice - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

Second time coming here. My first time 4 yrs ago I had ramen and tonkatsu curry. I did not like it very much. I remember the ramen was okay and the curry was sweet. Came back with some friends tonight and wanted to try just the tonkatsu. We had went to Japan over the summer and enjoyed some amazing tonkatsu. I was pleasantly surprised how much I love this. The breading was crispy, crunchy and tender. My tenderloin was warm hot, not piping hot and fresh. Our friend had the cheese katsu and his came out piping hot and looked like it just came out the fryer. So far this is the only location I have seen that came with some hot mustard (maybe horseradish). The katsu sauce was very good and it came with a cabbage salad and a bowl of rice. Very similar to when we were in Japan. I think the only thing missing was a small bowl of hot miso soup. I had a prior fav but now this place MAY be my new fav place for tonkatsu. read more

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Kurobata has been on my list to try for the longest time because I love Japanese food! When we first walked in we were kindly greeted and seated right away. The inside looked very cozy and welcoming which is always a plus. We got the cheese katsu and udon combo, soba noodles, side of pork loin katsu, and the crab cream croquettes. I would have to say my favorites were the cheese katsu, soba noodles, and the croquettes! Everything came out hot and fresh! I want to come back and get it all over again haha read more

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I was very surprised by this experience! The wait staff was phenomenal, there were two guys who helped serve and take our orders and they were such a vibe. One guy (I didn't grab his name but he had clear glasses) was so chill, really made our dining experience. I got the spicy tonkatsu ramen which I was super surprised how PHENOMENAL the broth was! It had such a deep and rich charred flavor that I really wasn't expecting. The spice level was just right. However, I wish the meat had more flavor, the bamboo shoots had a tough texture (wish it was easier to chew) and I'm a sucker for the straight noodles vs the curly but that's personal preference. Fried squid was just okay VERY oily. Fries didn't look like the photos here on yelp; it was the crinkle kind and my friends said it tasted like frozen fries. Katsu don rice bowl was also just okay. Overall I would recommend getting the ramen and that's it. read more

Kurobuta - fried squid - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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The food was amazing! I got the pork katsu. It perfectly crisp and the meat was very tender. The service was welcoming and friendly. read more

Kurobuta - Takoyaki K1. Pork Loin Katsu R3. Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I came back from a trip from a state that isn't exactly known for Asian food and this was the first thing we ate. I had been without rice for a whopping 5 days and I needed to feed my body and soul. Kurobuta to the rescue. Cheese katsu and a side of curry sauce. Yum. Perfectly crispy. Perfectly cheesy. Perfect curry sauce. I can't wait to come back. read more

Kurobuta - Cheese katsu to go was so good and still crispy - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

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TLDR: Nice for a family outing or a fun date spot. Food was great! Service was very friendly but not overbearing. As a person who prefers minimal service, they only came around to check on food and when requested. The parking lot is packed because of the area it's located in but with a little searching, there's always a reasonable parking spot nearby. When you first walk in, there's a table with the menu so you can look at what's available if you have to wait but I've never waited more than 5 minutes at this location. Seating is comfortable and spacious. In my opinion, it's a store that is plus size friendly. I wouldn't recommend those with auditory sensitivity because it can be loud but off hours or headphones can easily remedy that. Utensils and napkins are on the side/under the table which I like cuz I don't need to keep asking for napkins as I can be a messy eater. They offer a water carafe which is pleasantly chilled. The waiter came over after a short while, super friendly, and took our orders. We ordered the Tonkatsu tenderloin combo, spicy to katsu ramen, and potatoes Croquettes. The portions are pleasantly big, especially the combo. The croquettes were similar to deep fried mashed potatoes with peas inside, it comes with ketchup on the side. The spicy Tonkatsu Ramen is definitely spicy, I would say about twice the level of Sriracha. The marinated egg was a little too salty for my taste but the jammy yolk was more than enough to make up for it! It's a thick and creamy broth which would be perfect for the colder/rainy days. The tenderloin combo was very crisp with thick cuts and thick breading. The slaw comes with raw onion, thinly sliced caccage, and a special sauce. So beware if you don't like raw onions. The onion flavor doesn't bleed tho so you can easily remove it yourself. The potato croquettes were delicious! Can never go wrong with mashed potatoes. When we were ready with the ticket, it didn't take long for a server to come. They have the portable card reader, so that was really convenient! Would definitely recommend if in the area for a sit-down meal! read more

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I've become a regular here for their curry because it's so good! I usually get the chicken curry and the meat is so flavorful and crispy. The curry itself is well flavored and tasty. The restaurant itself has a pretty cool vibe, like a japanese izakaya. It does get pretty busy around lunch time too! read more

Kurobuta is my go-to katsu place and the most consistent and best tonkatsu I have ever had. I always go here and it never disappoints. The staff are always friendly and polite and are quick. The restaurant is nice and gives an authentic vibe and clean feel. Would 100% recommend this place to anyone. read more

Kurobuta - Tonkatsu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

A good selection of Japanese food. The tonkotsu Ramen and Pork Katsu (deep fried) were delicious and affordable. Service was pretty good, and the ambiance was nice. Overall very solid. read more

Kurobuta - Menu - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas

I've been here a couple times and never remember to post my review. The only thing we (fiancé & I) usually get is the spicy seafood ramen and cheese katsu. My brother recommended me this place for the super spicy seafood ramen. The ramen was definitely really good but that's all I really liked there. My fiancé thought the cheese katsu was okay. The people there are really nice but the place could be cleaner. The table and chairs are sticky sometimes and when I took the white cap of the water container, it was dirty. read more

Kurobuta - Ramen Near Me - Carrollton, Texas