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    Ramen Wakusei

    4.1 (179 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Joyce T.

    18% service charge is mandatory (not a tip), and they still ask for more tips. Their food quality does not justify the cost. Venus Ramen ($19) was small portion and average, with a hard to chew fried lotus root. Ika Karaage is not crispy and hard to chew too. Aries Soba is not the normal soba I expected, it was thick, udon-like noodles instead of traditional thin soba. Tiny portions (refer to my pics). Poor experience overall

    Saturn (pork soup base with soft shell crab) for $35 (including tax and service fee).
    Ed Y.

    First of all, DON'T PAY TIPS because it's already included. Secondly, this plaza is notorious for parking here. It's not as bad as the parking from the small plaza on the other side of fair oaks but this plaza is really really difficult to find parking. The ramen is relatively new as it used to be Chick & Tea. The space is fairly small and the tables are arranged for small parties so I wouldn't recommend larger parties to come here. My biggest gripe of this place is not only the price (it's going to be $35 for a ramen) but mostly that it has the audacity to ask for MORE tips after it changes you 18% service charge. The place is not traditional but more trendy in that it named different ramen with planets and constellations. I don't like the noodles because they are not chewy at all. The soup base doesn't mash with the ingredients. Pork bone base doesn't go well with seafood such as softshell crab. Is this a horrible place? Nope, otherwise it wouldn't get 3 stars but I'm already being generous because I don't think the price reflect the quality. I'd rather go to a more traditional Japanese ramen place (opened by Japanese) than innovation that doesn't work well because in the end ramen is all about noodles and soup bases.

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    Lloyd C.

    Ramen Wakusei is in a plaza close to 10 Butchers, Meriwest Bank, TP Tea, etc. The ramen house is modern, simple decor yet stylish. The menu has unique names from planets to celestial signs..."where the flavors of the galaxy come alive in every bowl. Inspired by the wonders of the universe..." Mercury Ramen: Tonkotsu-style ramen with a broth made from kelp and bonito flakes, providing subtle umami flavors. Butterfly Shrimp, pork belly chashu, kikurage mushrooms, green onions, half seasoned soft boiled egg, fried lotus, pickled radish (4/5). Flavorful with a undertone of seafood brininess of scallops. I really enjoyed the fried lotus roots and butterflied shrimp with cheese. The noodles were thin style but cooked perfectly. The prices are a bit higher than other ramen places but the uniqueness of each bowl is enticing. The service was friendly, polite, and fast. I'll be back to try their other creations. Support your local business.

    Premium Venus (with no pickled radish).
    Dat N.

    We came around peak lunch time, but it was empty on the inside. We were seated immediately. We ordered the Saturn and the Premium Venus. Everything came out incredibly quickly. The Saturn was interesting! The crab was delicious - well fried, well breaded, and well seasoned. Next time I'd likely order it on the side, lest it sink into the ramen and loose its crunch. The broth was flavorful, and very bonito-forward. The pickled radish was a perfect compliment to the heavier flavors present in the bowl. Venus was decent. The broth was fine, but a bit bland. The addition of a slice of fried lotus was an interesting change of flavor and texture. Overall, though, the noodles were just okay - which is unfortunate, because this is a ramen shop.

    Sylvia L.

    I visited on a Tuesday night around 5pm. There were no other customers until around 6pm. ORDER Neptune Ramen Saturn Ramen Gemini Soba STARS (stand out qualities) -Food (4/5 stars) - food was hot and yummy; hefty amount of noodles; soft Saturn shell crab was fried really well; good amount of scallops and shrimp were; Neptune broth was my favorite part -Service (3/5 stars) - staff were friendly and good about bringing water and food in timely manner ; reward system available -Ambiance (4/5 stars) - clean and space themed; moon was outstanding STAIRS (areas of growth) -The Gemini was shared among two people and they gave an extra half egg I initially thought was complementary but I was surprised to find out there was an additional $3 charge for half an egg (server did not mention giving an extra egg or extra charge) -The egg was not as gooey as I'd like it to be in ramen -Prices are high for what you get. The ramen bowls do have some good ingredients but it feels like more noodles than the other toppings -Also surprised by 18% surcharge (not considered tip) that was on the fine print of menu but staff didn't point it out and let us know beforehand. I don't blame the service staff and disagree with this management decision to make surcharge rate as high as a tip percentage TIPS -Be wary of the 18% surcharge and other hidden charges While food was pretty good, I would not go here again until or recommend others as long as those surcharge policies and hidden charges continue.

    Karaage
    Vy T.

    Ramen Wakusei is located in the same plaza as TP Tea and 10 Butchers! The plaza itself is a moderate size with enough parking spots, but once it's peak hours, expect it to fill up fast. We came during lunch time on a Wednesday so it was very chill and only 1-2 other parties. The restaurant is moderate size and modern looking. Service was prompt and friendly. Their menu items are interestingly named after planets and zodiac signs. Food: - Chicken Karaage: Tender chicken with crunchy batter exterior. 8.5/10 - Mars: Subtle seafood based umami broth with thick ramen noodles. Chasu pork was cut thinly and had a slight five spice taste to it. The butterfly shrimps had melted cheese on top. The spice tasted oily. 8/10 - Mercury: A bit thicker garlicky broth with thin ramen noodles. The the chasu pork was the same as the Mars bowl, but with corn! This is a very nice solid ramen restaurant.

    Sherman T.

    You're in for a surprise if you dine here, the good and the bad! Situated in a small strip mall hosting a few other eateries, Ramen Wakusei brings in locals and visitors alike with their simple yet loaded menu of ramen, soba, and curry rice dishes. Named for the planets, their menu features dishes with those monikers in addition to constellations. As you step foot into this well lit and clean shop, your gaze will be captured by the giant moon feature on the wall to your right. Like a wolf howling in yearning for a response from their brethren, your stomach will begin to growl in hopes to satisfy its hunger. The staff will greet you and seat you with menus, utensils and waters. As you peruse the menu, you'll notice a few differences between the ramen bowls including the type of protein and soup base. Some of the soups are spicy. The soba noodles are similar and have premium meats like wagyu graded beef. Both noodle options have a vegetarian alternative for those looking to skip the meat. There are also options to add extra ingredients at an additional cost (quite a big one at that). As we weren't all too hungry, we decided to get a bowl of ramen each for the adults and one for the two kids to share. The staff took our orders and even gave a bowl for us to split the kids' order. Little did we know that they ended up adding an extra half egg without telling us (which ended up getting charged as an additional 3 bucks). It was a pleasant surprise at first, thinking they were "giving the pickle" as they say in the old days when it comes to customer service, but then became a downright bummer when we saw the check. That was surprise number one. The food we ordered at least tasted great. The sticker prices on them were not so great - some sitting at nearly $30 a bowl! Not the best value given that the noodles don't seem to be made in-house. Their seasoned eggs are not very seasoned and are atrociously overcooked. They at least give you a lot of noodles to fill you up. Neptune - a seafood behemoth swimming with big chunks of scallops and shrimp. The broth was light and paired well with the umami flavors from the protein. Saturn - the big one that's extremely photogenic with its fried soft shell crab taking center stage. The crab is cooked perfectly and exhibits an incredible crunch with each bite yet retains that soft meaty interior. The soup base is a bit spicy but is manageable and really brings the dish together. Gemini - interesting flavors with the inclusion of yogurt but the meat was tough, definitely not what I would have expected for something with wagyu in its name. The soba noodles were chewy as advertised and had good texture and taste. The service was decent. Waters were filled for the most part and dishes were cleared rather timely. The food came out without much of a wait and looked fresh, retained heat well through the meal, and tasted good. When we asked for the check, we took a look carefully and noticed an additional service charge of 18% which we realized later that there was super tiny fine print on the menu indicating this additional cost. When we inquired about it, the staff simply mentioned it was policy, that it was not considered gratuity or tax, and that other restaurants have started to do this too. Surprise number two and a huge turn off, not just for this place that served mediocre ramen at best with eye catching protein and additional flare, but any other store that decides to apply an additional cost to pay its workers - just bake it into the menu prices; don't hide the cost from your customers. Marketing has certainly won this meal for them. Overall, Ramen Wakusei has a great concept and does a fine job in building the brand and executing the menu to live up to its image. The ingredients that go into each bowl can probably use an evaluation with a fine tooth comb to ensure its value is as advertised. The prices are exceptionally high for what seems to be served. On top of that, overcharging your customers for additional food when unprompted and seemingly making the "service charge" intentionally obscured seems like awful business practices. It's a shame such good tasting food ended up leaving such a bad taste afterwards.

    Venus
    Jonathan B.

    I got the Venus ramen here and the broth was light, which I enjoyed. It had good flavor while also not being very overpowering. The pork was cut more thin than I was used to but it wasn't bad. All the toppings are also typical so nothing much to say about them. The interior is clean and my order came out relatively quick.

    Leo
    Karina S.

    Was super excited to see the wide variety of aburasoba dishes here! I tried the Leo which had chicken breast, raw egg, mushroom, green onions, and fried onions (I also added chili powder). I enjoyed the chewy texture of the noodles but especially without the chili powder I felt like the sauce could have been a bit more flavorful. Food came out very quickly, staff were attentive, and the restaurant was very clean and quiet enough to be a great spot to catch up with a friend!

    Saturn
    Dustin C.

    UPDATE: Whoa whoa whoa, an 18% service charge that's *not* a tip? Tasty food or not (and some of their other offerings I've tried since my first visit were indeed more impressive), this seems unnecessary at best and deceptive at worst. Why not just multiply your base prices by 1.18 instead of resorting to this? Unless things change I won't be returning, and I'll be telling my friends to avoid as well.

    Venus
    Sarah J.

    I would give this ramen place a solid 4/5. The ramen had everything that I expected and it was pretty solid but it did lack a "wow" factor that I have felt in other ramen places. The tonkatsu broth was nice and savory and pork pieces were nice and tender. The service was also very fast! We were seated right away and the ramen came out super quickly after we ordered. There were lots of seating options inside.

    Neptune (seafood ramen)
    Erika C.

    Got ramen with soup - crab (Saturn, garnishes and chili paste on the side) and seafood (Neptune). It wasn't bad but the noodles could've been chewier/bouncier. The soft shell crab didn't really pair well with the broth and pickled radish. For the other, the seafood you get was actually not bad. Overall though, the flavors didn't really pop or come together. It kind of just tasted bland. The heat from the chili sauce and acid from pickled radish helped with that but overall it felt unsatisfying. The staff are nice and attentive, but didn't know what was in the broth when we asked. Later we saw though on the menu that the seafood ones had bonito in the pork broth. I asked what the sour spicy sauce was for the a4 Wagyu abura soba and they also didn't know. I thought they were going to say vinegar and chili oil. The three stars is just for the food. I think it's missing something. It's tough because there's a lot of good ramen in the Bay Area. I wouldn't spend $26.xx per ramen again here but I wanted to like them. Maybe I need to try the abura soba next time.

    Chicken Karaage
    Mckenna M.

    Sad :( Decided on a whim to come here with friends since we had never tried and were craving something warm to fend off the cold weather. I'm also a total sucker for crab so the Saturn ramen was speaking to me. There were very few people inside when we arrived. Chicken karaage: Good, nothing special, could've used a lemon. The sauce that comes with it is just regular mayo. We got regular spice but asked for the spicy seasoning on the side which was nice. Saturn: I really did want to like this. However it was lackluster. The broth was fine, v umami but didn't stand out to me. The noodles were fine, but reminiscent of the "fresh" ramen noodles you buy in the refrigerated section of the grocery store. The crab should've been the really big wow factor but unfortunately that too was underwhelming. There wasn't too much flavor and I didn't love the breading on it. Service was fast and he was very attentive, refilling my water constantly since I drink so much. I think for $26 ramen it's not worth. Yes the Venus (my mom and friend got) is cheaper, but that broth was very light for a tonkotsu broth and didn't seem worth it either.

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    Volcano - Fried Shrimp Curry with mushrooms (06/2025)

    Volcano

    4.1(1.5k reviews)
    38.0 miOuter Richmond
    $$

    I came to this small, mom and pop restaurant after a fun day at the Renegade Craft Fair. I have to…read moresay after walking up the winding and hilly streets of SF, this warming and comforting curry really hit the spot! I want to preface that this restaurant is simple, no frills, and looks a little outdated when you walk in. However, the service was very friendly and the menu is pretty extensive! This location offers Japanese-style curry dishes from chicken katsu curry to fried fish curry and even offers vegetarian curry dishes as well. I also love that you can pick from a list of toppings to add to your curry. Not to mention, you can choose the spice level of your curry. Volcano offers a spice level of 1 (mild) - 4 (volcano). I ordered the fried shrimp curry with the addition of a potato croquette, spice level 2 (medium). I was STARVING and was tempted to add more toppings but didn't want to go too crazy so I could enjoy the curry itself! I also ordered a cup of miso soup on the side. I'm going to be totally honest, I was just expecting an average bowl of curry but boy was I wrong... 5/5! The food came out piping hot, to-go style, in white plastic containers. The shrimp was golden, light, crispy, and tender. The potato croquette was super crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I was amazed that none of the fried items were greasy whatsoever. The curry was thick, hearty, comforting and had a slight kick of spice. Accompanied with a mound of steamy, white rice, this dish was delicious and the portions very generous! The miso soup was light, umami, and broth-y. It really helped to cut the richness of the curry and fried items. I'm so happy I got to try this place and will be back to try their katsu sandos next time!

    This review is mainly for the takeout I ordered. The curry was good. I ordered a side of sausages…read more(plural) for $1.75, but when I opened my takeout order, there was only one sausage--like, what? Looking at previous photos of the sausages, there were two in each order. Have they started skimping?

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    Volcano - Fried Shrimp Curry extra pickles and fried oyster

    Fried Shrimp Curry extra pickles and fried oyster

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    Muracci's Japanese Curry & Grill - Katsu Curry

    Muracci's Japanese Curry & Grill

    4.0(1.8k reviews)
    36.1 miChinatown
    $$

    Used to be a must and go to almost a decade ago when I used to visit SF more often (meaning it was…read morea fav of one of my ex's). The first couple of times was great and then it started to fall off later on. Including the texture and flavor not hitting as hard and the fact that it's closed on weekends now. Impossible for non wagies to go there, meaning I can't have any when I'm there on weekend vacation I guess, but with how everything closes early and is dying in Bay Area, I'm somehow not surprised. Very tiny spot and not much seating, so you're either taking it to go or you're praying there's a chair and a counter that's free. No big deal since I've been to other Japanese curry places like this. I've had a mix bag where the katsu was deliciously crispy and moist on the inside and days where the meat inside is dry, even drenched in curry. Hot curry sauce is Japanese hot, so it has spices in it but not spicy at all. The workers do their best for the lunch rush, so that's a plus at least. Overall, it was okay, but man the times sure have changed.

    Got a medium spicy katsu curry and was fairly spicy! So if you are unsure, err on the lower side!…read moreFood tasted good, nothing super special. Not the worst curry I've had, but also not the best. Fairly liquidly curry, not thick at all. This is also one of those pick-up only locations, so don't expect to be able to sit down and eat. You order and pick up at the window.

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    Muracci's Japanese Curry & Grill - Inside, takeout with a small area on the right to eat

    Inside, takeout with a small area on the right to eat

    Muracci's Japanese Curry & Grill - Katsu curry with rice and pickles 9/14/23! Yum

    Katsu curry with rice and pickles 9/14/23! Yum

    Muracci's Japanese Curry & Grill - Cute art wall

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    Cafe Okawari - Chicken Katsu Sando

    Cafe Okawari

    4.5(534 reviews)
    35.1 miMission Bay
    $$

    We had a wonderful meal at Cafe Okawari before the Giants game. It's a great location that's 1.5…read moreblocks from the ballpark, and very close to the Caltrain station. The restaurant was full when we got there, but the food still came out soon after we ordered. We had chicken katsu curry, korokke curry, and a menchi (fried ground chicken) sando. The chicken katsu was among the best I've ever had, super juicy inside and crunchy outside. One of the greatest quick bites I've had in recent memory.

    Stumbled onto this place in a mild hunger panic on the way back from the city, looking for…read moresomething Japanese before jumping on 280. Yelp delivered. Parked easily on the side street, walked in around 3:30 in the afternoon, no hassle. The place has an authentic Japanese cafe feel, the kind where the menu has things you don't typically find at your average sushi spot. I had my eye on the sandos, specifically the Chicken Katsu Sando, but landed on the Spicy Tuna Don instead. Good call. Spicy yellowfin tuna tartare over well-seasoned sushi rice, topped with sesame, furikake, green onions, with a little radish and cucumber on the side. The tuna was very fresh, the rice was on point. Service was quick and polite - they even have an outside window for takeout. One nice detail: a neat dollop of wasabi is pasted along the inside wall of the bowl, which is a clean way of letting you control exactly how much heat you want to mix in. Tasteful presentation, but don't let that fool you. It has a legitimate kick, so calibrate accordingly. Paired it with their Honjozo dry sake cup, which was a nice complement to the meal and exactly the right call for a mid-afternoon bite. The sandos looked great on other tables and I fully intend to go back for the Chicken Katsu Sando - and then go try the wine bar next door to it. which was pretty tempting.

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    Cafe Okawari - The café is busy with patrons eating Japanese sandos or bowls! 12/1/23

    The café is busy with patrons eating Japanese sandos or bowls! 12/1/23

    Cafe Okawari - Beef Gyudon

    Beef Gyudon

    Cafe Okawari - Menu as of 1/9/25

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    Curry Hyuga - Chicken Cutlet Katsu Curry

    Curry Hyuga

    4.6(228 reviews)
    35.2 miMission
    $$

    So glad there is a Japanese curry spot right here in the Mission! The curry was flavorful and the…read morepork came out so crisp. Service was attentive especially the staff often returning to refill our water. Relatively quiet for a Sat evening with ample seating. Hoping business increases for them soon! Recommend this cozy spot and look forward to coming back .

    Curry Hyuga specializes in Japanese curry which is sweeter, milder curry compared to something like…read moreIndian curry. And unlike Thai curry, it has no coconut milk. It has almost a thick gravy like texture and often is dark brown in color. I've had Japanese curry in Japan as well as around the SF bay area and I would say the japanese curry here is average at best. The texture is a little lumpy to be honest and there isn't a tremendous amount of curry flavor. Today, we ordered a couple of items off the special menu - Kaki Curry (oysters) and Shiso Mentaiko Cream Spaghetti. The Kaki Curry came with six fried oysters, some rice, potato salad, and a dab of sauce for the fried oysters. The fried oysters were fresh and crunchy. Overall, it was satisfying but nothing spectacular. The Shiso Mentaiko Cream Spaghetti is a cream sauce based pasta dish with roe, shiso leaves, and nori seaweed. It's an interesting twist to your popular spaghetti dish so the flavor profiles were interesting. The dish was creamy and the nori and roe brought some unami flavor. Between the two dishes, I enjoyed this one slightly more even those this place is a "curry" spot. Dish comes with a japanese cabbage salad and miso soup which tasted pretty standard.

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    Curry Hyuga - Signature Katsu Curry w/ pork loin, rice, shredded cabbage, potato salad, fukujinzuke pickles ($17) - add dome egg +$3

    Signature Katsu Curry w/ pork loin, rice, shredded cabbage, potato salad, fukujinzuke pickles ($17) - add dome egg +$3

    Curry Hyuga - Kakuni Curry (BAG)

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    Kakuni Curry (BAG)

    HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Downtown - Pork Donburi "Chashu Don" 2.0

    HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Downtown

    4.3(717 reviews)
    36.3 miFinancial District
    $$

    Solid spot for a comforting, satisfying meal. I got the fried chicken over rice with curry, and it…read morereally hit the mark. The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, with a nice light seasoning that didn't overpower the dish. The curry sauce was rich, slightly sweet, and had just enough depth to keep you going back for another bite. Portion size was great for the price, and everything came out hot and fresh. The vibe felt cozy and laid-back--nothing fancy, but definitely the kind of place you'd come back to when you're craving something reliable and filling. Only reason it's not a full 5 stars is I wish the curry had a bit more spice or complexity, but that's personal preference. Still, a really enjoyable meal overall and worth checking out.

    Came with friends to get a quick dinner before heading to North Beach!…read more The service was great, as the servers checked up on us and took our order swiftly. The ambiance was also quite nice. I enjoyed the wall decor, and the ambiance is a bit darker. As for food, two of my friends got the creamy vegan ramen (they're vegan and vegetarian). My other friend for a pork don with a spicy miso ramen, and I got the gyu-don with a spicy miso ramen. The food was very delicious - everything was cooked well, perfectly flavored. I like the rice plates as they come with a tiny bowl of ramen of your choice :) Overall, we would definitely come back again as we thoroughly enjoyed the dining experience!

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    HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Downtown - Interior

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    HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Downtown - Shrimp Tempura (5 pcs)

    Shrimp Tempura (5 pcs)

    HINODEYA Ramen & Bar Downtown - Interior

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    Kobeya - Spicy Tuna Roll

    Kobeya

    3.8(592 reviews)
    19.9 mi
    $

    I'm a sucker for small mom and pop shops like this! The inside isn't anything to write home about…read moreand you'll leave smelling like oil but the food is worth it! The lady working here was also super nice and friendly. Chicken katsu curry 4/5 The fried food here is so good. Delicious katsu. Curry was a little too sweet for my liking but warm and hearty. Spicy tuna roll 3.5/5 Not too spicy. Tasty, pretty standard, Agedashi tofu 4/5 Light and fried nicely. Soy sauce was delicious and paired well. Tempura 5/5 Probably the best and lightest tempura I've in the states. Comes close to being in Japan! Overall, definitely will be back when I'm craving tempura or katsu. Have to support small businesses like this!

    We had a warm and hearty lunch here. We actually had planned to eat at one of the Chinese…read morerestaurants across the street but didn't want to deal the wait, and this spot was quaint and quiet. The food took some time, even though we were the only party at the time that we ordered, but you can tell that it is made of fresh and with love. As someone who enjoys eating flavorful meals, but is also very conscious of healthy choices, I was very grateful that they had grilled chicken curry option since it normally comes fried only, and that you could opt for brown rice instead of white rice. My chicken curry dish was so hearty and flavorful, the curry is housemade and the chicken was very tender We also ordered a chicken Katsu Bento, which was both juicy yet perfectly crisp. It comes with a little bite of soba noodles and a bite of macaroni and that small salad . Order at the counter , and there's a handful of indoor tables The tonkotsu ramen was also delicious - came with two super huge slabs of juicy pork belly and the broth was scrumptiously rich . Glad we ended up here for lunch !

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    Kobeya - Interior

    Interior

    Kobeya
    Kobeya - Interior

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    Demiya  - Curry Udon with Chicken Katsu

    Demiya

    4.0(806 reviews)
    4.1 miWest San Jose
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    Came in around noon on a Friday and surprisingly not packed! Plenty of seating but tables mainly…read morefit 2 people, and can move them around for bigger parties. We had a group of 3. You order at the front, then grab a table and wait for your name to be called. We got the chicken katsu with curry, karaage with curry, and tonkatsu. We also ordered menchi katsu a la carte (side) which came with two pieces. All of the curry came with rice or cabbage and you can choose the spice level (1-3). Level 1 is a mild with a kick. Pickled radish is additional dollar, kinda wish the meal came with it. Honestly would recommend just getting the choice of protein with the curry because it's a couple dollars more than getting a la carte... Curry was very good! Nice flavors and the rice helped enhance it. I liked the menchi katsu the most. It is basically a deep fried beef hamburger with crumb coating, flavors were really good and was juicy; came with 2 pieces for a la carte. Can't go wrong with chicken or tonkatsu too. The chicken karaage came with a mayo sauce on the side! I liked it, but I think this would be better on its own. Overall would come back and try other options.

    Got the pork cutlet over rice with curry and it was really good. The cutlet was nicely fried,…read moretender, and the batter held up well. The curry itself was flavorful and well spiced, not mind blowing but definitely solid. Portion is generous. Maybe a bit too much rice for me, and I kind of wished there was a veggie side, but no real complaints. Food came out fast and hot. Staff was friendly. Seating is on the smaller side but it wasn't too packed when I went.

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