If perfection were a katsu bowl, that's exactly what Chef Katsu would serve. Every time im in the area, this is a must visit lunch spot. The katsu bowls are delicious, the soups are always good, and the service is fantastic. The price is fair and it's just overall an amazing experience. They have very limited seating, so keep that in mind when visiting! Overall, would highly recommend. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pork Katsu Bowl, French Fries (V), Pumpkin Soup - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

overall pretty decent, the food is like others said a bit bland but overall not bad. teriyaki chicken bowl tasted a bit off to me, feels like they didn't use enough teriyaki or it was a watery sauce but it didn't have much flavor and the rice was disappointing. kind of those big, overly fluffy yet kinda dry grains, not really sushi grade or anything close which i usually prefer in dishes like this. same was true for the fried rice ball, which wasn't crispy or sticky. the fries were also pretty bland, but crispiness and cut were so good! just needs a bit more salt, bit more flavor. mint yuzu lemonade was DELICIOUS it's just sweet enough and just concentrated enough. very fresh and yummy 10/10 yuzu cheesecake was also pretty good, though the texture's more whipped than usual cheesecake and a bit grainy, which i assume comes from the yuzu. which it had more crust but still great! so yes overall not bad but i probably wouldn't get anything rice-reliant and adding salt helps a lot read more

ordered the special katsu of the day- the shrimp katsu burger! it had the perfect bite and the bread was nice and fluffy. the shredded cabbage was crisp and well seasoned too! the pork katsu burger was a bit forgettable in comparison but still enjoyable overall. i wish the pork katsu was thicker. i think that would've enhanced the dish. for the price, it was acceptable. finally, we got the salmon and ikura bowl, which was fresh. the sushi rice was more flavorful than the standard stop and go spot. i'd visit again to try their salmon dashi chazuke. read more

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Delicious and dependable. Ordered take-out tonight and was craving a warm bowl that was pretty healthy. Settled on the teriyaki salmon bowl and I'm so happy I decided to order from here. It's the perfect portion and everything from the radish to the shishito peppers--the whole dish was full of flavor and satiating. I'll be ordering from here again for sure. read more

3.5 stars. This wasn't really anything special but was a good quick spot to eat. I imagine the curry or other dishes are better - the bread was a bit too overpowering/much leaving little taste of the pork katsu read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pork Katsu Burger w/ Miso Sauce - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I tried takeout from here recently and felt like it was a very solid Japanese sandwich and bowl spot. The katsu shrimp burger was well-prepared, crispy on a soft bun with some nice crunchy veggies--I do feel like they could have turned the flavor up a little bit with another spicy or tangy or even sweet sauce in addition to the classic tartar. It was kind of like your typical po'boy, which I enjoyed, but nothing really set it apart or connected it to the particular cuisine. I also had the salmon dashi chazuke because the salmon ikura bowl sold out. Very simple, salmon rice and some shredded nori and scallions with dashi broth, but it was yummy and nourishing. The miso soup was also good, pretty standard. A good meal, just maybe could use some punchier flavors all around, but a solid option in the area for sure. read more

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Wow! Insane, I was mind blown by their special of the day - Shrimp Katsu Burger w/ TarTar Sauce. It might have been a seasonal special - I can't remember but it wasn't on their regular menu. If you see the photo I posted, you can see how thick the piece of shrimp burger was... and the katsu was cooked perfectly in that the shrimp retained its texture and juiciness. I can easily eat 3 pieces of the shrimps katsu (without the burger bun). They should definitely consider adding the shrimps katsu burger as a main menu item! The shredded cabbage was a nice refreshing pairing. Their drink option looks amazing as well. I saw a couple folks order the strawberry match latte and they also have hojicha option as well. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Special- Shrimp Katsu Burger w/ TarTar Sauce - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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. I have been ordering from this restaurant for many years . I always order delivery as I live further away and it arrives hot and super delicious Love to order Salmon Dashi dish - really warms my insides especially on a cold day and I've gotten it when I was very sick and it nurtured me back to health! Chef katsu's dishes are like eating at someone's grandma's home. Beautiful presented, perfectly balanced . Also love the Salmon and chicken teriyaki bowls . Owner is lovely too and often supports others in need. Great business to support ! Still as yummy as 3 years ago when I last reviewed it! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Salmon Dashi Chazuke with added ikura - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Casual spot for a homey meal. I liked the salmon ochazuke more than the katsu rice bowl. There weren't many tables inside, and it was hard to find a table inside on a Friday night. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I've walked by this place for years and just didnt feel the need to stop by. I was always either too busy or too full. Now Im kicking myself for waiting so long (and for inflation to pick up). The food is just delicious and very well executed. Its relatively simple dishes but you can tell the chefs and cooks have real talent and could just as easily be doing fancy dishes at some bougie restaurant. Ive had the chicken katsu bowl, the salmon katsu burger, the fries and the katsu palmer. -Salmon burger was good but I'll probably try something else before I spin the block on that one. -The fries are some of the crispiest I've ever tasted. Real magic going on in that fryer lol. Theyve got, in my opinion, a less than ideal ketchup situation going on. They just have packets and I went through six for one order of fries. It was kind of annoying. -The chicken katsu bowl (not the curry one) was decilious. I could probably eat it for lunch everyday. Its just good with a small "salad" that keeps it light. -katsu palmer was delicious and refreshing. I actually wish it was a little sweeter because once the ice started to melt it was a too watery for my taste. But i'd get it again. Especially on a hot day. It does get pretty busy so I wouldnt necessarily call it a hidden gem. But it was a hidden gem to me! read more

Only had the shrimp katsu burger special, which was phenomenal. Very big patty and juicy shrimp, fried to perfection. I wish I did a better cross-section since it was so flavorful. Would definitely come back to try their other things. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Small shop serving katsu burgers, teriyaki burgers, rice bowls, and an assortment of drinks and desserts. There is some limited seating inside and outside. I came here for lunch with some friends and it was perfect. We tried the chicken katsu burger with curry sauce. The chicken katsu is a reasonable size and super delicious. It is crisy on the outside and juicy and hot on the inside. They top the burger off with coleslaw sandiwhced between a yummy soft bun. The combination of it all with the curry sauce is heavenly. We treid the fries which were also good. This place has very unique combinations, tasty food and reasonable prices. read more

I've been wanting to try this place for so long and so glad I did! I got my order to go, but wish I ate there so the katsu would've been crispier. The katsu was cooked perfectly and flavorful. I loved the side of shishito peppers and watermelon radish. The desserts looked super good, so I'll have to come back to try them! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Chicken Katsu Bowl - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A true gem. Finally stopped by on a Friday for lunch. Warning, they can get pretty busy so if you see a chair/table, grab it and then order. I wasn't sure what I wanted but I ultimately went with the salmon katsu burger w/ tar tar sauce ($12), french fries ($4.50), and a katsu palmer ($4). For $23 it was worth it. Obsessed with the salmon burger and the fries. Great tasting fries are hard to come by. I was pleasantly surprised and so was my friend. The salmon burger was fried and seasoned to perfection. It also came with shredded cabbage, shiso and mayo. I'd definitely order those again. I wouldn't get the katsu palmer again. I liked the yuzu lemonade but the japanese iced barley tea flavor wasn't for me. read more

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It was busy on a weekend for a late lunch. There are only a few tables in the casual restaurant and there was some people standing around waiting for their orders. You order at the counter and can seat yourself. They will bring your food to you, and then you clean up after yourself. I got the salmon and ikura bowl and it was ready quickly. The quality of the salmon and ikura was great, but the portion size was small. I would come back to try some of the other items, but it is definitely a place for quick or casual meal since it's small and busy. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came in for dinner on a Friday and their curry was unfortunately sold out :( I opted for the portobello katsu burger instead and it was mid. Little flavor and too much bread. Wish there was more sauce. I was looking forward to trying this place but it missed the mark for me. I'll have to come back again for the curry or another dish. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Yay! Finally got around to trying. The salmon teriyaki was delicious, i have the feeling everything is good

My only regret is not coming here sooner. Flavors were really delicious, every bite complimenting the last. Decent portion for the price/value. Can't wait to try some of the other items on their menu :) read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Chicken Katsu Bowl - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came on a Tuesday afternoon, and it was packed. There were people waiting to be seated while others just got takeout. Definitely come earlier if you want to sit down. There was a park across the street, but the children from the nearby school were having recess there so not much other seating. The katsu sandwiches were great. My favorite was the salmon. The curry on the chicken katsu was good. The breading on all were light. The meats were a little dry, so I would've liked if there was more sauce for all of the sandwiches. The purin was amazing, super creamy and milky. The caramel sauce wasn't too sweet either and paired so well with it. Don't skip it if it's available. Solid lunch spot with prices that are low for NYC. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Chicken Katsu Burger with Curry Sauce - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Nice little spot for lunch! Very easy and convenient order at front. Staff were all really nice. The katsu is sweet and saucy over rice with some soshito peppers and radish. Delicious and healthy! The lemonade and matcha latte went well with the dishes. Definitely will be back! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Chicken Katsu Bowl - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Stumbled across this place during a solo day in Clinton hill. This place is super small and very neighborhood vibe. The vibe was awesome and just relaxed the second you walked in all the staff were just having a good time with each other. No pressure. The yuzu mint lemonade was awesome because it wasn't super sweet. It was more tart which I really like. The pork katsu curry bowl was awesome! The pork katsu and the curry and the rice were all wonderful! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Iced Yuzu Mint Lemonade - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Delicious food and drinks. The Hojicha latte didn't even need any sweetener. It was delicious and refreshing. The food was perfectly portioned. We got the Salmon & Ikura bowl, and the Salmon Dashi chazuki. For the bowl all the sauce was on the fish, but it never overpowered the fish or made it salty mixing it together added to the rice, but you still got each distinct flavor without it being boring. The wasabi tasted amazing and added an amazing touch to the food. I didn't think I would like the salmon Dashi bowl with fear of it being soggy, but the Dashi broth was amazing and the salmon was perfectly seasoned and the rice had a nice bite. We also had the option of choosing it hot or cold. The service was fast. Overall, a gem of a place 10/10 would recommend! read more

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I came here to get takeout for lunch on a Sunday afternoon. The place was packed and there's limited seating so we decided to get takeout. We ordered the chicken katsu rice bowl and the salmon with ikura (salmon roe) rice bowl. The portion size was larger than I expected. The chicken katsu bowl had two cutlets and was crispy. I think the pork katsu would not be as dry as the chicken katsu so I would get that next time. I also really liked the shishito peppers and watermelon radish on the side. The salmon and ikura were very fresh and looked so pretty. I would definitely come back, everyone seemed to be ordering the katsu burgers. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Salmon & Ikura Bowl - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very cute katsu place in Clinton hill neighborhood. We stopped by for dinner and it's a very casual place. The food was okay, and I wouldn't consider it authentic Japanese katsu, but I didn't try any of the salmon dishes. The yuzu cheesecake isn't very sweet which is great, it does have a grainy texture so if you're not into that I would skip. Overall pretty solid for a quick meal but not one to go out of the way for. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Our spread (katsu palmer, Pork Katsu Burger with Miso Sauce, katsu Curry Rice Bowl (Pork Katsu), and Yuzu Cheesecake (GF) - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This quaint restaurant serves some delicious food. My friend treated me to dinner here and it was tasty. I love the clean and minimalistic decor of this restaurant. They also have a covered attached outdoor dining in front of the restaurant. We had the chicken Katsu curry bowl and the salmon teriyaki rice bowl with yuzu mint lemonade. The lemonade was so refreshing. I enjoyed the curry bowl and the chicken was perfectly crispy with a juicy interior. Both pieces of protein was a nice portion and the food is very affordable here. read more

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Food/Drinks: We got the curry and the sandwich for food and the yuzu lemonade for drinks, as we noticed one on almost every table. The curry was rich and had a nutty flavor but something about it was slightly off to us. The drink was nice and tart but slightly dehydrating if we're being totally honest. The flavors would good but it seemed to be heavy in flavors that make you have the need to buy more to drown out the original flavors. We loved the pudding and fries though! Service: The cashier was sweet and understanding of our semi big order. The food came out slightly slow but it made sense as there was an abundance of people both inside and outside. Ambiance: The decor was really pretty and although it's a smaller shop, the ambiance was still very cozy. read more

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High-quality Japanese rice bowls and sandwiches with a very relaxed vibe. There is limited indoor and outdoor seating but ordering as takeout is ideal to bring to the park across the street! 1) Salmon Ikura Bowl ($20): For the amount of fish you get I would say this is highly worth it. 2) Salmon Teriyaki Bowl ($16): Cooked to perfection. One of my favorite salmon teriyakis I've had in the city! 3) Hojicha Strawberry Latte ($5.50): You can't beat the prices, and the drinks were a decent size! Good roasted hojicha flavor...it probably could've been a little stronger but that's me being nitpicky. Overall, I'm super impressed by this place! read more

My friend and I came here for dinner! You order at the front and they bring the food to you. We both got the pork katsu sandwich and shared fries (plenty for two people). Everything tasted so clean haha like its real food and not bad for you. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very fresh and yummy food! I ordered the Katsu Salmon Burger and the cabbage was the perfect crunch to contrast the rich flavors of the salmon. The ingredients were organic and higher quality. The miso soup was seasoned properly as well. Service was great. Definitely recommend for a quick lunch in Brooklyn! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm hoping today was an off day for Chef Katsu, but both the Japanese fried chicken burger and salmon katsu burger were incredibly flavorless. All we tasted was the cheese and shiso. Both the chicken and salmon were incredibly thin, so that could've added to why there was virtually no flavor to either sandwich. Service was also alright. It was quite crowded on a Sunday, so the staff were not super tactful at ushering people from their tables out the door. I know this place is pretty popular on social media, so perhaps that was also why my expectations were quite high. Likely won't try it again... read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Japanese Fried Chicken Burger w/ Tartar Sauce; Salmon Katsu Burger with Tartar Sauce; French Fries (V) - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

There was a line but it went relatively fast! The pork katsu was so delicious and was worth the wait! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pork Katsu Bowl - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Small shop serving katsu burgers, teriyaki burgers, rice bowls, and an assortment of drinks and desserts. This is a perfect lunch spot but with limited seating indoors and outdoors. We stopped by here on a weekend afternoon after passing by it several times. We opted for a chicken katsu burger with curry sauce, and a salmon teriyaki bowl. All their items are around $10-15. The burger is so worth $10! they don't skimp on the chicken (pretty sizeable) and they top it off with cole slaw, all sandwiched in between a really delicious bun! almost like a potato bun?? I loved the curry sauce, which actually wasn't too messy. The burger is quite big though, so I'd share this + another item with a friend for some variety. The salmon bowl was good, but we thought the burger was way more worth it. We gulped everything down with a yuzu lemonade that was super refreshing but a little on the sweet side. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Salmon Teriyaki Bowl(GF) - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Disappointing. Pumpkin soup and fries are decent. Everything is bland or weirdly sweet. Couldn't finish the food sadly.

This place it's very cute with small in door and outdoor seating. I love the size of their menu and that they have specials that change out. Their French fries and matcha donut ice cream sandwich were amazing, 10/10. Only knocking a star down because I didn't love their katsu. The pork was good and crispy but I wasn't obsessed with my bowl like I expected to be. I'd go back to try something different on the menu, maybe one of their sandwiches, but probably wouldn't order the Katsu bowl again. Although it was aesthetically very cute! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Pork Katsu Bowl French Fries (V) - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My girlfriend and I had an outdoor weekday lunch here. There are about 10 folding chairs under an awning- not the most comfortable outdoor space, but I appreciate the option during these covid19 times. The menu is on the smaller side, but you can easily find something to order. Some items were unavailable, but they make that clear on the signage. I went for the pork katsu bowl, which had a lovely presentation and taste. Get it! My girlfriend got one of the burgers. She said it was good but that the bun was unnecessarily large. There were quite a few things that were unavailable on this day that I'd love to try in the future! There seems to be a decent takeout crowd, with lots of people hovering around waiting for their orders. The orders seemed to come out quickly! read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - 5 outdoor seating options (2 pictured here ) - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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The chicken katsu sandwich was so worth it for $11! The chicken is moist despite being such a huge piece and definitely filling! I couldn't taste the curry though until half way into the bite so I wish they gave us a curry sauce on the side or something to dip. What really stood out for me though was the strawberry matcha latte - it was so good! Not so sweet and the strawberry amount in it was just right. I liked it so much I went back to try the hojicha strawberry latte, which was good, but still prefer the matcha one! read more

I had wanted to try Chef Katsu after seeing the Kickstarter through the Just One Cookbook instagram account. I fell in love katsu burgers after a trip to Seattle in 2017 that blew my mind. I was waiting for the next trip I could take out to NYC where I could stop by Chef Katsu after it had opened. Ended up driving up to NYC for Labor Day Weekend with some friends from DC. I was able to find some street parking right on the next street near Chef Katsu. Walked in with a group of 5 and we were meeting up with 2 people there. It is a pretty small spot with a couple outdoor chairs/tables (for around 6-8 people) and then some small tables inside to hold another 10ish. It was a little crowded when we got there, so we had to make do with some of the seating and split up. It was a little squished but doable. We all ordered at the front - they have a bunch of different types of katsu burgers, bowls, and sides. Food/Drink: - Pork Katsu Burger with Miso Sauce - Shio-koji Marinated Pork Cutlet with Shredded Cabbage, Shiso, Mayo and Original Curry Sauce. I thought the burger was decent, but it didn't knock my socks off (I will say this was a couple weeks after I ate at my favorite katsu burger spot in Seattle). The katsu was a little small looking in comparison to the big bun and I wasn't a huge fan of the shiso. Flavor was good with the miso and the cheese was a good addition. - Fries - they were pretty nice and crispy. goes well if you're eating a burger. - Yuzu Lemonade - this was good! I would drink it again. Overall, good spot to try out in the Brooklyn area. Lots of different burgers and bowls to try out and different meat/veggie varieties. I would definitely come try it again next time I am in the area, but I am not sure if I would go out of my way again for it. read more

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We had the chicken teriyaki and pork katsu bowls. While the portions are not super big, they are generous with the protein. The flavors are great, all the ingredients feel fresh, and the food comes out pretty quickly. The space inside is quite small but they have a small outdoor section in front of the restaurant. Chef Katsu is definitely one of the best fast casual restaurants in the Fort Greene neighborhood. read more

Chef Katsu Brooklyn - Chicken Teriyaki Bowl(GF), Pork Katsu Bowl - Pop-Up Restaurants Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Awesome local place in BK to hang after work on the weekdays. The Katsu Palmer was a great choice to pair with the katsu dishes. The katsu burger is a bit more sweet than I expected, I think it's because of the bun that's used. Perhaps a little for katsu and sauce will make it better. The curry katsu was a great combo, as always!! The curry did leave a tiny bitter after taste. The ginger matched really well with the curry and katsu as a cleanser. Overall great local place for a quick sync up and meal. read more

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Katsu can be so much more than just a breaded chicken cutlet, as shown by the wonderfully eclectic menu at Chef Katsu, a Crown Heights altar to the humble katsu sandwich. Each katsu burger will set you back just $10 a pop, with each sizeable portion coming in either chicken, salmon, pork or portobello. There's even a menu of teriyaki burgers and rice bowls that come in all the aforementioned protein options plus a salmon and ikura bowl that I need to try during a future visit. I find the selection terrifically compact while making space for most diets, and though there was a line that snaked out of the store during my visit, service was efficient, speedy, and very friendly. I was happy to kick off my meal with a seafood chowder, which was full of flavor and contained scallops, onions, and green peas in a rich creamy broth. It staved off the hunger pangs as my friend and I waited for the main event. Our sandwiches-- my salmon katsu and his chicken katsu-- were perfectly crispy, and came topped with fixins like shredded cabbage, shiso, tartar sauce and a slice of American cheese, which was recommended by a staff member as an add on. The buns they came on were toasted and had just a touch of sweetness and the most satisfying, pillowy chew. We were each so full by the end that we almost skipped over dessert, but we couldn't pass up a matcha ice cream donut sandwich. They were kind enough to allow me to order and pay for everything ahead of time but waited for us to finish our sandwiches before bringing out the dessert so that it would stay cold for us. A scoop of matcha ice cream with red bean paste sandwiched between two fluffy brioche buns was genuinely as delicious as it sounds. Despite our full bellies we powered through because the ice cream sandwich was too satisfying to ignore. Though I don't find myself repeating restaurants too often I'd absolutely make the rare exception to come back to Chef Katsu to try the rest of the menu. read more

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