Update : we love this restaurant! It's a reliable fast and yummy option We always get the chicken cutlet. It's awesome. It is moist, not greasy, and the portion is perfect. It comes with a light cabbage salad which I eat a little of with each bite of chicken. The cool of the cabbage and the crunch matches the chicken perfectly Japanese curry must me really good for me to like it. This is!! It's just your basic traditional Japanese curry Service is good. Stuff comes pretty fast and at the same time now that they have practiced Order in the small screen at the table Parking is easy in the large lot It's close ( walkable) to cv BART read more

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Katsu was not bad, other dishes we had were mediocre. Service was on point. Came here close to closing and you can tell staff was trying to get us out. Fast food setting. Would i come back? If I had no other choices in the area and was cracing katsu, then I probably would end up here. read more

Food was great. The spicy katsu with rice cake was spicier than I expected in a good way. My husband got the curry katsu and he liked it. Service was nice and friendly. Place is clean. My neighbor is Korean and I asked her opinion about this place and she said overall it's good but is a bit overpriced. I agreed. read more

Yumee Katsu - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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YUMMMMM EEEEE! Been here twice already and both times it did not disappoint. This time we ordered the King Katsu. When this thing arrived on our table Katsu was bigger than the plate itself. We also ordered the Original Katsu Curry. Both dishes came with rice, salad, soup and some pickled radish and onions. Son ordered the Rose Katsu came with Ttoboki and fishcake. All was delicious. We came pretty early when they opened around 1115 am we were the first customers. Food came out pretty fast. Fresh and Hot! Workers kept checking on us to make sure we are doing good! We will be back definitely! read more

Yumee Katsu - OG Pork Cutlet Katsu! 5/5 - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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One bite into the pork katsu was all I needed to become a fan-girl! Its crispy exterior and juicy interior was perfectly cooked. Dip it into the curry gravy and it'll set you into a dream state. Hmm!!! I walked in and ordered to-go through the kiosk. The lady brought my order out and I was on my merry way. One of my favorite things to eat is curry udon. Could use a little heat but otherwise very flavorful. Notes: lots of parking. Friendly. Seats available for dine in. read more

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Yumee Katsu has expanded into another strip mall location, this time in Castro Valley. This casual restaurant specializes in katsus (breaded cutlets) served alongside Korean-style noodle dishes. The Shrimp Curry Udon came with three breaded shrimps on top of udon in a thick curry sauce, served with shredded cabbage salad, pickled onions, pickled daikon, and miso soup. The Jjolmyon were cold, chewy noodles in a spicy sauce, topped with shredded green/red cabbage, seaweed, carrots, scallions, zucchini, and a hard-boiled egg. Mixed together, this made for a cool, refreshing noodle dish. On the side, we got a Cheese Katsu, made of ooey, gooey cheese wrapped in a slice of pork, all in a crispy breading. My favorite entree (though not by far) was the Rose Toppoki Cutlet, made of chewy cylindrical rice cakes and slices of fish cake in a creamy, sweet, spicy, savory tteokbokki sauce, all topped with a pork cutlet. The best part of this dish was the creamy, flavorful sauce, which went nicely not just with the rice cakes, but with the perfectly crusted pork katsu too! Overall, the food here was delicious and on point. The tablet ordering and the service were quick and no frills, and everything came at a good value too! read more

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Vibes were a little off. The seating is hella tight, like too tight for comfort. Especially if you come with a family or group of 3+ Came by for dinner with some girlfriends and we all arrived at different times. There was a huge party that was trickling in that seemed to also be a reserved table. You order via tablet so food order is first come first serve. It's not great for a reservation type situation, but also for the other tables if you happen to be dining in at the same time as a larger group. It's chaotic and the restaurant is so small that you're just watching the noise unfold. I got the chicken curry and my friends got the cheese cutlet as well as the assorted cutlet. My chicken curry was probably the best. They truly do panko fry the cutlets to the perfect crunch vs tender ratio. The cheese cutlet was a little too rich, so you might want to order the assorted combo so at least you have variety. I enjoyed my chicken curry, it was very filling and I demolished the whole plate. Service is kind, and they're doing their best. I think management has some work to do. The tablets are bolted down so it's awkward for all members to get a chance to look at the menu without neck pain and reaching over other diners. There are other katsu spots in the Bay, and unfortunately Yumee was not it for me. read more

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Came in on a Wednesday evening and was immediately seated! We got the assorted katsu cutlet, curry katsu udon, yumee soba noodles, and rose toppoki cutlet. The cutlets were delicious, the toppoki was the prefect level of spice, and our highlights were definitely the noodles!! Casual space for a dinner to catch up with friends over a comfort meal. Quick service and nice staff, would definitely come back again! read more

Yumee Katsu - assorted katsu cutlet, curry katsu udon, yumee soba noodles, rose toppoki cutlet - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I had Yumee on my Book Mark list!!!! Today I went to try them out!!! I parked right out Front and Rolled in. I was Greeted and Seated right away. My Server was Friendly and Efficient!! She showed me how to Navigate the Computer Terminal at the table to Order my Food!! My Server was very Attentive! I ordered the Curry Katsu and a Coke Classic to Dine in !!! My Drinks were brought to me immediately and they were Ice Cold. My Food arrived 15 minutes later!!! The Katsu portion was a little smaller than I thought it would be. The Katsu and Curry Sauce was Delicious!!! My Server brought me extra Rice and Curry Sauce!!? Service is excellent here !!!! Dining room is Clean and Well lit!!! I paid by Credit card and rolled out!!! This Is A Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I keep my Pimp Hands Strong!!! Number 34. Of the Top 50 most Prolific Yelp Elites of 2025!!!! read more

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This is a fairly new restaurant. We came here after walking around the cherry festival on Saturday. We arrived around 2:30pm and still lots of people! I thought it was weird that some tables had a ipad connected to it to order, but half did not. So we waited for the server to come. We got the pork loin cutlet udon and the regular pork loin cutlet. We both enjoyed our meals overall. But the only thing is we both thought the pork was a bit dry inside. Wish it was more moist. The outside was very crispy/crunchy so that was great. Sauce was great and I like hot they gave us salad, soup, and some radish. Good for the price now a days. It was a smaller restaurant, so it got full qucikly. read more

Yumee Katsu - pork loin cutlet on the bottom and pork loin cutlet udon on the top. - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Friendly workers greeted us as we walked in. The place was packed and was difficult to seat a table of four. It was a bit loud and there were some young kids who were yelling. However the food was absolutely incredible. The Katsu was crunchy, and the spicy pork was sweet with a nice kick. I want to try all the different combinations. But maybe next time I'll order to go. read more

Yumee Katsu - Jeyuk Cutlet with Spicy pork - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Came during lunch on a Saturday and we didn't have to wait too long. The place is pretty small but has a nice cozy feel to it. Service was quick and easy since we order off the iPad. We waited maybe 10-15 mins for food since it was packed when we went. Food was 10/10! The kimchi they used was nicely fermented so it gave off the right amount of tang. The curry was curry, nothing to die for but still very good! Definitely would come again for a quick and easy meal :) read more

Yumee Katsu - Kimchee Nabe - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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We came as a group of 7 and got seated almost immediately as a group had just left. The restaurant is small so larger groups may not do well here. Order on the table on the table, the staff does come around and see if you have any questions We ordered 6 dishes and did family style. Well got the pork and chicken cutlet and the large katsu. The pork and chicken cutlets we got had a nice crispy breading but it was definitely overcooked. It was rather dry and definitely relied on the sauces of the dish to help with the texture. The shrimp tempura was good but the curry wasn't anything special. The large cutlet was the best but it is very thin. Overall I wouldn't go out of my way to come back but if another friend suggested coming here I wouldn't be opposed. read more

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Yumee Katsu is a solid spot when you are craving katsu. Overall, the food is good, flavorful, and satisfying, with a menu that offers a nice variety of katsu and curry dishes. My main critique is that the breading was a bit too thick while the meat itself was too thin for the king cutlet. I prefer their regular katsu where the meat is thicker. The cheese katsu was definitely the standout. The crispy exterior paired with the gooey stretchy cheese made for a delicious bite. The curry was also well done - rich, flavorful, and comforting without being overly heavy. However, their portion felt slightly small for the price. While there areas that could be improved, the food is undeniably tasty and well-seasoned. Worth checking out if you are in the area. read more

Yumee Katsu - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Yumee Katsu is tucked away in a busy shopping plaza, but don't let that fool you. This spot pulls a good crowd during lunch and dinner times. My friend and I each got something different--I got the spicy tukbokke katsu, which came with crispy and tender pork katsu, and soft & chewy rice cakes. I loved the spicy sauce and all of the pickled items & salad that came with the set meal. My friend got the combination katsu which looked soooo good. I tried a piece of the cheese katsu and it was creamy and light. Def want to try that next time! read more

Yumee Katsu - Combination katsu (pork, cheese, and shrimp) - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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The place is clean, but it seemed like they were understaffed because we had to wait for a while before someone turned around to get their attention to be seated. There were tablets on every table and that's how you order. The fried items were good, but the curry was just okay. Overall, neither food nor service left a strong impression but also nothing was bad. read more

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We came into this place around 5:30PM on a Friday, and there was plenty of seating available! By the time we left, the restaurant was completely full, so come early! There are tablets on each table to order, but the waitresses were still very attentive - they asked if we had any questions about the menu since their tablet isn't all that descriptive. Their katsu is DELICIOUS, the breading was perfectly fried - not super oily, but really crisp and delightful. Every bite of the pork was juicy and tender! The shrimp katsu has the same delicious breading, with a plump juicy shrimp inside! I definitely want to try the katsu without the sauces, as they get a little soggy while sitting on top of the curry/tteokbokki sauce. The curry was so satiating, the perfect pairing for rice. I'm glad we ordered a side of extra curry on the side - we finished every last drop! My husband was eating the curry sauce by the spoonful, he liked it that much. I ordered the rose tteokbokki - I've never had katsu in this style before, but it was a 10/10, and I would definitely order it again! The tteokbokki sauce was creamy, spicy, savory, perfection. The rice cakes were also well cooked, with a soft and chewy texture. I only wish they had added a few more fish cakes! Overall, I would definitely be back to try more of their menu! Their flavors pack such a big punch. I'd have trouble deciding what to order next time - everything was soooo good. read more

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Came here on a Friday night and the restaurant was completely full. Although we were told our wait was 25 minutes, we ended up only waiting 5 minutes! At our table, there is a device that we order our food from. It's nice that there are pictures of the food, but it's not so nice that there is no description of what is in the food. So you kind of have to guess what you are ordering. Also, if you take a couple of minutes to decide what you want and don't touch the screen, it goes back to the main screen. My sister and I both ordered the Cutlet Curry Udon. It came with soup, salad, and some pickled veggies. The curry flavor was good and the noodles were good. The cutlet was nice and crispy on the outside, but slightly dry on the inside. I was disappointed that. there wasn't much curry sauce in my bowl. I definitely had less sauce than my sister. Also, the amount of noodles was only half of the bowl. I would've liked more noodles for the size of the bowl. read more

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Big portions and it stayed crispy for takeout! Even the cheesy tonkatsu was still gooey after 20 mins. Chewy noodles and tteokbokki were so good but curry was alright, flavorful but nothing special. read more

Yumee Katsu - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

We came in on Thursday evening. They were busy when we came in. Inside was a bit small; the space can feel a bit cramped. It was still their soft opening when we visited, so service was still a bit slow. However, the staff was accommodating and welcoming. We ordered King Donkatsu, Topokki, and Cheese Cutlet side. The king donkatsu was delicious. It was crispy and crunchy, and the pork was tender. The katsu had a tasty curry sauce, but I wished they had added a bit more since the katsu was big. The topokki was also great. The rice cake was chewy, and the sauce was sweet, spicy, and savory. I liked dipping my katsu in the topokki sauce for some extra heat. I honestly couldn't stop eating the rice cake even though I was so full. Lastly, the cheese cutlet was good, but it had a lot of cheese and only had a small amount of pork. Overall, we enjoyed our visit to Yumee Katsu. The portion was generous, and the prices were reasonable. I will definitely come back again. read more

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I was NOT expecting this spot to be this good The breading on the tonkatsu? Absolute chef's kiss It's way different from your typical Japanese katsu, extra crispy, super flavorful, and somehow still light at the same time. The restaurant itself is also surprisingly spacious, so it's perfect for bigger groups. The curry tastes pretty close to classic Japanese curry, but they add extra garlic which honestly makes it even better. My only complaint? No spicy option The pork katsu was SO good -- juicy, perfectly fried, and no weird porky/fishy smell at all. The breading texture was literally perfection. I wasn't the biggest fan of the raw cabbage on the side, but honestly that's such a minor thing. We also tried the king katsu. It's definitely on the pricier side, and personally I don't think the upgrade is super worth it since it just felt like a thinner version of the Yumee katsu. Overall, easy 5/5 If you're around the Hayward area, definitely check this place out ;)) read more

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While this place is somewhat new, we decided to pay Yumee Katsu a visit on Sun. Decor had changed slightly & new table ordering tablets added. While it was convenient to order yourself at the table, certain items I was unfamiliar with didn't have a description. Orders: Yumee Pork Cutlet w/Curry-a nice moist piece of pork cutlet w/a mildly light curry sauce added. I was pleasantly surprised at how moist & tender the pork was. The panko breading has the perfect amount of coating & not saturated in oil. The curry sauce could have been spicier in my opinion for a little added heat, but it was still good. The appetizers were subpar & was sparse so this was a little disappointing. It was mostly pickled vegetables & it didn't have the diversity I was looking forward to. Chicken Cutlet-didn't try it but looked pretty similar to the pork cutlet. Service was very minimal since you order through the tablet at your table. There was only 1 server on a Sunday afternoon, so you have to be patient. For a quick curry katsu craving, Yumee Katsu fits the bill. read more

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This place was super good! I came here with a few friends and was seated right away. The food comes out fresh and hot and was super yummy! Will definitely be coming back soon!! read more

Yumee Katsu - katsu udon - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Just tried this spot for the first time and was very impressed with the taste and quality of the food. First off, if you are dining in, it is a smaller restaurant so it would be difficult to seat multiple large parties. Each table has a tablet for you to order. As much as I love the personal aspect of someone coming over to take your order, I do believe this method is more efficient for a place this size. Servers are present and seemed attentive to their customers. I ordered for takeout so I used a kiosk, ordered shrimp katsy curry udon and two orders of the assorted katsu which included cheese, pork and shrimp. While waiting, the workers did update me from time to time about the status of my order, everyone was very friendly. The fry-job on the katsu was very well done, very crispy and not over-fried. I recommend ordering the assorted katsu that way you can try all three of their offerings. Between the three, I enjoyed the shrimp the most though that is just because I love shrimp, there was nothing at all wrong with the pork and cheese, they were all delicious. I'll definitely add this spot to my list of restaurants that I will return to, happy to have this place close by to home. read more

Yumee Katsu - Curry Udon with fried shimp and assorted katsu. - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Delicious katsu with no waiting since we arrived a few minutes after opening for dinner on a Wednesday eve!! Quick & friendly service who offered help with our own kiosk at table! My husband and I ordered the assorted katsu and pork katsu! Came out hot and crispy with cabbage salad, onion and daikon(?) sides! Will remember to take quicker pics cuz the cheese katsu was coming out and getting cold- my bad! Will definitely return and try the curry!! And will ask if we can get more soup and sides? read more

Yumee Katsu - Pork katsu meal - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Did a large togo order and thought the katsu's were pretty good! We all got an assortment of items and shared. The togo packaging was okay, I thought the containers weren't consistent with the food itself in terms of sizing and portion. The rice portions were fairly small in my opinion. The king katsu and fish katsu portions were fairly big but the curry katsu was tiny, for the curry and rice. I got the king katsu and it was already cut to fit the togo box. It came with a tomato tasting sauce that was delicious. The katsu was super thin and the breading was pretty good. The cheese katsu was also really good but not sure if it's worth the cost given its 90% cheese. The curry katsu portion was small in terms of the actual curry and rice. The jjolmyun was delicious but was all stuck together since the sauce was already in but we put some udon soup inside the noodles to re-mix it. Overall, I'll be back but to try in person. Togo is always tough especially when it's fried food. Given they just opened, I thought it was delicious. Give this spot a try! read more

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We came here during the soft opening and believe that they still have a lot to work on. We waited 20 minutes with one party ahead of us. But then, they called 2 parties ahead of us and when I pointed out that we were next and that she probably read the name wrong, she didn't acknowledge that she read it wrong and instead was just going to skip us. To avoid issues like that I would highly recommended a check-in system through an iPad since they already use it for ordering throughout the restaurant. Then, it took about another 20 minutes for us to get our food. There wasn't nearly enough waiting space especially given the rain that evening. As for the food, it is on the pricier side for what you get. We ordered the katsu curry with rice and a side of udon noodles and then a chicken katsu curry with rice. It was over $42 plus tax and tip for the meal, which is pricy. The chicken was thin in some areas and too thick in others. My partner said the chicken tasted dry. The soup it came with tasted a little like miso soup but more fishy. The salad had a weird dressing on it that kind of smelled of soap. We barely got any udon and there was not enough vegetarian options -- they only have cheese katsu as an appetizer but not enough other options. As for the curry itself -- it had the right flavors but it was lukewarm when it came out, watery, and there was very little of it. For $20 a plate I would have thought there'd be much more food. There was also no veggies in the curry itself where I'm used to potatoes, peas, carrots -- something.... Basically we left the restaurant a little disappointed.we ordered our food on the iPad at our table and no one really checked in on us. They were super busy. read more

Yumee Katsu - Katsu curry dish with a side of udon noodles - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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Yumee Katsu is certainly yummy! This is my second time trying this place, and it definitely will not be my last. The staff members are always friendly, and there was no wait when we got there at 5pm. The restaurant itself is super cute and tiny, perfect for a date night! We tried: - Chicken Curry Cutlet Rice ($20.99) - Shrimp Curry Cutlet Rice ($19.99) - Topokki ($11.99) Everything was so delicious! The chicken portion was so generous, which was much appreciated. The shrimp portion could definitely be bigger, but it was so yummy it's hard to complain! The topokki was pretty spicy & had such a good chewy texture. My boyfriend decided that he thinks it's the best restaurant in CV. I would definitely come again! read more

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Glad that there's a katsu place closer by. A Korean style katsu restaurant. They also have tteokbokki which was nice and spicy. The katsu has a good crispy texture with the meat still juicy. The service was fine. The seating was weird a bit as we had different chairs and it felt like I was sitting in a kids chair. I was not comfortable at all but they said that table was the only one open even though there were 2 other tables that sat a party for 4 in the front. read more

Yumee Katsu - Tonkatsu dish - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Super yummy katsu and decent portions. We tried the curry katsu and the assorted katsu. The pork katsu was a nice texture and the cheese katsu was nice to try, but I would just get it as a side in the future! The pork katsu has good texture and was crispy and fresh. The curry katsu was good as well, everything was plated very nicely. The soup was a nice touch as well! Super easy to find parking in this lot and the service was good! read more

Yumee Katsu - Assorted Katsu and Curry Katsu - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

In person was a better experience, to go is not the way to go. The katsu is so crispy and light. read more

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Loved the food, it was amazing!! The atmosphere was quiet and welcoming and so were the people inside:) Everyone was very sweet, one of the best soba noodles I've had! Thank you! 맛있는 식사 감사했습니다 ~ read more

Yumee Katsu - Soba Noodles! - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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After waiting what felt like years to try this place I finally stopped by on a busy Wednesday. There was no wait which worked out for me the workers were all very friendly and helpful when asking about portions. We ultimately chose the king katsu and udon noodles. The katsu was some of the best I've ever had very unique and crispy. The udon noodles were simple and tasty. If you're in the area I highly recommend trying this place out. read more

Yumee Katsu - King katsu (huge!) - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

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The place is clean. Portions are hearty. The kitchen's communication is so timely you can feel the care behind the line. But it's just whispers. Not disruptive. It's like they're trying to get the meal right, not just get it out. The ordering, though. Kiosk and tablets on the table, is a step too far in optimization. I get why they do. Speed and precision, but it pulls the human part out of the first interaction. Then the food earns it back. Chicken katsu curry shows up with the curry on the side and the chicken on top. Crunchy to the end. Rice underneath and everything in its place. Same deal with toppokki chicken katsu: chicken up top, the sauce and mix of rice and fish cakes set beside it, built for bite after bite. Flavor stays layered but controlled. Fried garlic. Game changer. Crumbled, smoky, aromatic, adds lift to what could've been heavy. Korean radish and pickled onions come ripe and traditionally done, tangy in just the right way. And the toppokki heat is honest. Real. They're spicy enough to make you sip water, but not sweat. Even the sides keep the rhythm, thin cabbage with a sharp ponzu style sauce, plus an udon broth that's genuinely sippable. But the real hidden gem is the hospitality. I had takeout first, and it was good enough that we came in person. Talk to the staff and their pride shows. Their eyes light up about the food, about the customers, and about the fact they did it right. For you. read more

Yumee Katsu - 1 order of Chicken Curry Katsu, 1 order of Toppokki Chicken Katsu - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

The first time coming here. Tried the pork loin cutlet with udon. And it was delicious. The pork cutlets were really good, crunchy and crisp on the outside and juicy (not dry) inside. The sauce was perfect (not too salty, like most places). The service was good and quick. The place was clean and spacious enough. Overall, the quality and quantity were great. Great first time experience. read more

Yumee Katsu - Pork Loin Cutlet Udon - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Rant incoming.. I liked the Rosé Ttekbokki so much the first time I came here, I came back a month after to order it again. But this time IT WASN'T THE SAME. I ordered Rosé because I can't do too spicy. My first experience was perfect (look at my orginal review) and the sauce was more pink/orangish and mild, but this time it was red and SO spicy. My bf and I went up to the counter twice to ask if we were given the correct order since we ordered on the touch screen. The girl at the counter said it was Rosé and it always looks that red. I simply explained that it was spicier than usual, but she just insisted it was the right order. OK THEN, I get it.. your menu, recipe, or whatever is inconsistent. But she could have offered a less spicy sauce, other solution or just acknowledge my concern instead of brushing me off. The restaurant wasn't even busy at this time. It's not a cheap dish and eventually became a waste because I couldn't eat the spicy ttekbokki and was turned off by the customer service. Ok rant over. read more

Yumee Katsu - Korean Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Went here for lunch on Wed with a friend. Service was excellent, ambiance chill and food was fun to try. We tried two special dishes, the rosé tobokki cutlet and kimchi nabe. The rosé tobokki was my favorite, it had perfect spice level and chewiness. read more

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Have come here a couple times since this place opened and have been pleasantly surprised! It's Korean style katsu and curry with lots of options. So far I've tried the assorted katsu plate (with cheese, shrimp, and pork), the chicken curry udon, the soba, and the spicy noodles. We usually hit about $50 for 2-3 dishes, but they also have small side dishes you can add on. Pros: - The food comes out really fast, and they seem to have a good system going with the tablet ordering on the table. - Easy parking lot, you just might have to park a little farther if it's a really busy time - I think it meets a unique niche in this area because there aren't that many Korean katsu places nearby - The curry udon was DELICIOUS, and the katsu meat to breading ratio is actually perfect. - The cheese katsu is very unique and tasty, but I probably can't bring myself to eat more than 1 at a time because it's very fried and I feel like it would give me diabetes. Just make sure you eat this FIRST before it cools down because the pull isn't as delicious if you wait too long. - I know this isn't a main dish but the soba noodles oddly were my FAVORITE - especially refreshing on a really hot day! - The portions are huge, every time I've gone I've had leftover katsu and they don't skimp on the meat - All the staff were super nice and kept our waters filled Cons: - not great for parties bigger than 4, it can get kind of busy even on weeknights and there's an average amount of table space inside the restaurant. - Can feel heavy due to just the nature of the fried food - but they do give you some citrus-y flavored cabbage on the side Honestly, this is a huge upgrade from the ramen 101 that used to be here, and I will definitely be back! read more

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After my second time of trying Yumee Katsu, I can gladly acknowledge them as a reliable spot for quick, simple, and comforting meals revolving around their fried Katsu. At first glance, everything is quite simple, from the menu options to their layout and ordering system, everything is streamlined pretty well. Upon entering the small shop, you'll be greeted and seated by kind staff. There are tablets at most tables where you can browse and order on your own, or you can opt in for a physical menu where the staff will help take your order. During our first visit, my partner and I ordered the Curry Udon w/Fried Pork Katsu and the Jjolmyun (Spicy Korean Chewy Noodle?) w/Fried Pork Katsu. The Curry Udon actually lacked flavor and thickness. I would guess that it's because of the residual water from the cooked udon, but nonetheless, a bit disappointing. The Jjolmyun had more flavor, but it was primarily sweet flavors that embodied the chewy noodles and sliced veggies; contrast to the citrusy and savory Bibim Naengmyeon you'd more commonly see at Korean restaurants. Despite the weaker noodle dishes, the Fried Pork Katsu was easily the highlight. A big decadent piece of fried katsu sliced to encompass the majority of the plate proved itself. The meat to batter ratio was great, the meat was pretty tender, it was fried perfectly; exactly what you'd look for when ordering a Fried Katsu. Is it the best that I've ever had that's comparable to ones In Korea and Japan? No, but it gets the job done! The second time around I ordered the Rosé Toppoki w/Fried Katsu while my friend ordered the Curry Rice w/Fried Katsu. I actually enjoyed the Rosé Toppoki and thought it paired well with the Katsu. It was also a sweeter thick sauce with a bit of a spicy kick. Unsurprisingly, my friend wasn't too impressed with the Curry and thought it could've been thicker and richer, but like me, he enjoyed the Katsu. Both times, the service was great. We were greeted with kind smiles and occasional check ins throughout our meal. They even provided us a katsu sauce mid-meal, that you can supposedly ask for free of charge. The server kindly explained how it was imported from Korea and contained pear. Through and through, Korean Auntie's providing great service, smiles, and good food has lead to a great experience that would keep me coming back. I do think the meal is on the pricier side, but you are also served a side of salad, soup, and pickled vegetables to accompany your meal. read more

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Came around 5:50pm on a Friday and there were a good amount of people already. We were able to get maybe the 2nd to last table. Some tables have the tablet to place your order, like the Dublin location. The restaurant is also similar in size to the one in Dublin - maybe a tad bit bigger. Service was attentive and we were given a large pitcher of ice water for the table. They somehow forgot our 2 yumee katsu orders, but did let us know they were working on it and gave us a free udon while we were waiting. This was a nice gesture. The udon was pretty good; it might be using the same soup/broth as the side soup that comes with the katsu. We did get our order about 10-15 minutes later and it was good. Good portion of katsu (maybe even a bit more than the Dublin location). Lean pieces of pork and cooked fairly well. Wish there was a bit more katsu sauce to go with the large amount of meat. read more