Very cute little place. Seating for maybe 20 people. Curry was delicious. I got the omelette pork…read morekatsu curry and my daughter got the sukiyaki udon. The katsu was pretty big and very tasty. The curry was also very good. I got the spicy which was a mild spicy so also perfect. We both finished everything down to the last drop. Price was about normal for food these days, but the quality of the food made it well worth it. Will definitely come back.

Came here on a Saturday night…read more The place is quaint little place that seats about 20-22 so it's fairly small. That's about 6-7 tables of 2. Feels like one of those genuine Japanese small places. Walk in and you can smell some pungent vinegar like smell. All good. Most are to go orders.. I ordered the omelette Pork Katsu curry with side of sausage, karaage appetizer which may be the one with the slight vinegar like taste, hot green tea and a Coke can. The karaage, was just ok, but i may pass next time. The taste needs refinement and no sauce available other than ketchup. The omelette pork katsu curry was good! I'd had better, but this was good and for a large order, it was around $21. Good enough for me! Overal verdict is sure, try it!

Delicious but unique you should definitely come here. Fantastic burgers, fantastic fries, fantastic…read morecurry very good quality bathroom the service was very good in the atmosphere was also very good.

We were the only people there at 5:30 on a weekday. Fast…read moreservice and good food. Serving size is enough for one adult.

The reason why I'm not leaving 3 stars is because I genuinely love this restaurant and I've been…read moregoing for years. A few months ago I noticed my cutlet had gotten smaller. Fine I guess. Just the economy or whatever.. But today my pork cutlet was so over fried. Maybe they're using the same cook times for smaller pieces? Maybe they reused a leftover? And it was also so salty it took multiple refills of water to finish. Not angry, just feeling sad

My husband and I got food poisoning from here yesterday. Warning - don't get the vegetables. They…read morewere sour. I should have read reviews prior to coming as another review mentioned the spoiled vegetables. Portions aren't great. Katsu is smaller than previous Coco visits and we all could have decreased the rice portion as we ran out of curry before finishing the rice. Their curry to "regular" rice ratio is off. They also didn't provide spoons for the curry rice. When we asked for spoons, the person in charge mentioned they were out. How does a curry place run out of silver spoons? Her answer was that people steal them and everyone else was using them. Offered us soup spoons. We can't eat curry with a fork so we took the soup spoons and asked them to provide the silver spoons when they do get them again. Halfway through the meal I noticed new tables were getting silver spoons again. No offer of silver spoons to the tables who didn't get them. Although the waiters refilled our water glasses very punctually, we won't be coming back here.

I will say I love kagura el segundo. So I was hesitant to try here since it's a different menu. But…read morethe food did not disappoint. Katsu are fried really well. Not oily. Great texture. Curry is solid. Food is done right I got a katsu don. Eggs and onions with rice and katsu. Also great. Would order again Parking here I can tell is an issue. Lucky I went early but it's worth the hassle for a great meal

The pork katsu itself was so crispy and juicy. The dressing on the salad is not too heavy and a bit…read morecitrusy which cuts through the fat of the katsu. The sides that came with the combo were interesting. I liked the root veggie thing and the lady liked the sesame paste tasting thingy. Not sure what either were. Miso soup had a nice clam flavor. Fried squid legs were cooked really well. Definitely as for more lemon and I wish there were some sauce to dip it in Parking here is terrible just a heads up. Good service and a smaller interior. wasn't much of a wait though

Even though the restaurant was really busy, the service was quick and efficient. The cashier was…read morefriendly, and our food came out faster than I expected. I ordered the chicken katsu curry plate, and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was crispy, the curry had great flavor, and the portions were generous. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be coming back!

Hands down one of our new favorite spots! What I love most is how approachable the menu is--it's…read moresimple without being boring, and the food quality is top-notch. Finding a spot where the food is great and the kids are completely happy is a win in my book. We'll definitely be coming back!

first time coming here and glad we came before they opened! the place was packed thirty minutes…read moreafter they opened. the place was cute and small. the servers were kind and helpful the udon did not disappoint i got the katsu curry udon with level 2 spice and it was so delicious! the soup wasn't thick and heavy and the udon noodles were perfect! for the spice level i could've gone spicier but level 2 was enough to give it a little kick. for desert we got their green tea ice cream on a wafer and it was the best thing ive ever tasted. the flavor of the ice cream and the wafer complemented each other really well

This place is the real deal. I came here in the middle of a gnarly sinus infection so my throat was…read moreincredibly scratched up. There is a bit of a wait but that is NO problem for a restaurant so small with such quality. Upon walking in, the wood frames and large poster signage boasting of their handmade noodles will entice you, but it's really the smell of their dashi broth in the air that gets you. Of course we got the karaage; I was JUST thinking about the best karaage I had in Japan as I ordered it, wondering if it would compare. It did. Piping hot with juices that exploded in your mouth and burned your tongue. It was perfect. I personally loved it just with a squeeze of lemon on top and the seasoning was also... just amazing. Everything about their shabu shabu soba blew my mind. I personally was craving soba so they substituted it for a dollar. Definitely worth it because WOW their soba was tender, slightly sweet, and seriously was on par to the same exact dish I had in Japan, a niku soba. I also tried their udon noodles. It was so bouncy and chewy and not at all overcooked. I kind of liked the very firm and chewy bite to them, slightly slightly undercooked because as you eat it, the noodles will become softer. That is my preference and they did it here. Their dashi broth was slightly sweet and very umami, yet light at the same time. I couldn't get enough. They also do not charge for hot barley tea here! I wanted to eat more, but my stomach was quickly expanding and I had to take the rest home and it healed me just as much as it was fresh. I will be back very soon.

Trying to limit my order to Tempura Zara Soba, but can't do it. Finished one plate and then…read moreordered a second, curry pork with rice only. They were good as usual. I have been coming here for about 30 years. The three Japanese ladies are all retired now. There is a Japanese man running the front. They have the best business in the food court. Ray out.

This is my go to place when I want to get a meal inside Mitsuwa Marketplace in Costa Mesa…read more Such good food and good deals with meals, bento box and combo meals. Their katsu curry is a popular item in their menu and a steal. Big plate of katsu with rice & option of salad (extra cost) in a bed of Japanese curry. I love their grilled mackerel, but today I saw something new in their menu and had to try. Salmon belly (a good portion) with rice, miso & salad.

This is a nice little spot inside the Mitsuwa food court. I got a 12 piece gyutan yaki a la carte…read moreon a Saturday afternoon. 12 pieces for $28 is more cost efficient than 8 pieces for $24, but it is a steep price for cuts of meat. It was super busy at this time but watching the meat get grilled in front of you is entertaining. It took just 5 minutes for my order to finish. This is simplicity at its finest. It's bare bones but tastes really good. It doesn't need a lot of help. The veggies are dressed so it's a bit salty and spicy (in a good way). The meat pairs well with the wasabi and veggies. Overall this is a good spot to eat at if you value taste over sustenance. Additionally since you are in the food court there this can be a side dish or appetizer.

Located inside the Mitsuwa Marketplace, Gyutan Tsukasa offers charcoal-grilled beef tongue at an…read moreaffordable price. Staff were friendly, and I got my food 10 minutes after ordering. There is plenty of seating in the food court for a quick sit down meal. I opted for the 12-piece Gyutan set, which cost around $35. They offer a generous portion of rice, served with their gyutan soup. Their pickled veggies were a nice palette cleanser. Onto the beef tongue, it was delicious. I wish the pieces were thicker slices. Whether they give portions by weight or just pieces, it was disappointing when some pieces were drastically smaller than others. Flavors were pleasant with the beef tongue taste, but lacking a touch of salt. Overall, Gyutan was good! Would definitely come back to enjoy quality beef tongue. The meat was tender, and the meal was filling.

Hear ye, hear ye! Let it be known throughout the realm that I have discovered a tavern of such…read moreexcellence that bards ought compose songs in its honor and kings should send their finest knights to partake in its bounty. From the moment mine companions and I crossed the threshold, we were greeted with warmth and cheer, as though we were cherished guests returning home from a long and weary journey. Upon our departure, the farewells were equally heartfelt, leaving us with the feeling that we had dined not amongst strangers, but amongst dear friends. The atmosphere within was calm and comforting, familiar in a way that soothed the soul. In a world filled with noisy feasting halls and chaotic marketplaces, this establishment stood as a peaceful sanctuary where one might rest and enjoy a most noble meal. The serving folk were nothing short of extraordinary. Attentive without hovering, quick of wit, and brimming with personality, they carried themselves with the sort of genuine hospitality that cannot be taught by any guild or academy. Every interaction felt sincere and full of heart. Now, let us speak of the pan-fried gyoza, for I fear words alone may fail to capture its greatness. These glorious parcels arrived golden and crisp upon the outside, yet tender and delicate within. Each bite tasted as though it had been crafted by hand moments before reaching the table. Were I granted a chest of gold, I would gladly spend it all upon another plate. And lo! The White Peach Seltzer. Good people, I have sampled beverages from many corners of the kingdom, from noble feasts to humble roadside inns, and never in my years have I encountered a seltzer so divine. It was refreshing beyond measure, kissed with the perfect essence of white peach. Had a celestial spring existed in the heavens themselves, I imagine it would taste much the same. Perhaps most admirable of all was the story behind this fine establishment. The keepers spoke of their history and journey with such authenticity and pride that one could not help but feel invested in their success. Nothing felt rehearsed or hollow; their passion was as real as the food upon the table. I departed with a full belly, a joyful heart, and a solemn vow to return many times henceforth. This shall become one of my regular gathering places, and I shall recommend it to all wandering souls seeking comfort, hospitality, and a feast worthy of legend. Five stars. Five crowns. Five royal decrees of approval. "Should destiny guide thee to this ramen house, enter without hesitation. Thy taste buds shall sing songs of victory long after the meal is done."

[Missing noodles, expensive ramen, bad customer service, and no reason to come back.]…read more I visited this restaurant to place a to-go order and picked up my food during a late lunch around 1:40 p.m. I ordered two items, including a bowl of tonkotsu ramen. When I got back to work in Santa Ana and opened my bag around 2:30 p.m., my ramen had NO NOODLES. It was literally just broth and toppings. I called the restaurant expecting a simple apology and a reasonable solution. Instead, the manager would not even speak to me directly and chose to communicate through a waiter the entire time, which made the situation even more frustrating. We went back and forth multiple times with the waiter acting as the middleman. First, they told me I could come back and pick up the missing noodles. That was not realistic. I was already back at work, and it takes me about 25 minutes to get from Fountain Valley to Santa Ana. Driving all the way back for a side of noodles made no sense. So I asked for what seemed like the easiest and most reasonable solution: a complimentary bowl of ramen on my next visit. Instead, I was told no, but they could give me "extra noodles" next time. Extra noodles next time? What exactly was that supposed to do for me when I was sitting there hungry with no actual ramen to eat that day? Then the manager, again through the waiter, said she would personally drive noodles to my job. I even told them that did not make sense because by the time she got there, it would be around 4:30 p.m. At that point, my lunch break would be long over, the ramen would be cold, and all of it would be a waste of my time, her time, restaurant resources, and gas. But I agreed, because at that point it was obvious they really did not want to simply offer me a free bowl of ramen on my next visit. And to be clear, I was not asking for some huge free meal. I was asking to be compensated for the ramen I already paid good money for and did not even receive correctly. For how expensive ramen is, that should not have been a difficult ask. About 10 minutes later, the waiter called back and said the manager would give me a free bowl of ramen next time I came in, which was the exact solution I had suggested from the start. I can only assume she realized how far the drive was and how unnecessary and impractical that solution would have been. Mistakes happen. Forgetting the noodles was one thing. But the way this was handled was unnecessarily difficult, inconvenient, and honestly kind of absurd. I did not ask for a refund. I was looking for an apology and some common-sense customer service. Instead, I got a lot of back-and-forth and a manager who would not even speak to me directly. Kudos to the waiter for doing their best to mediate the situation. Even they thought the situation could of been handled differently by the manager. Very disappointing experience. I will not be returning, and I would not recommend this place to others based on how this situation was handled.

Very delicious mazemen small restaurant with easy parking. 8ish tables and bar seating. It was very…read morebusy on Saturday afternoon. Service was wonderful and the servers were very knowledgeable and helpful. Got the popular karaage and it was so delicious. Small app with 5 pieces and a spicy mayo and their house made sweet chili sauce. Saitama and Kyoto were amazing and so flavorful. I think the saitama had more flavor to it than the Kyoto but both were so yummy. Great spot to go for lunch

The vegan ramen was really yummy. The broth was creamy and hearty. The noodles were al dente, not…read moreoverly cooked. The veggies were scrumptious. The inside is small and cute. There are tables outside by the front door. The area it's in is definitely sketchy, so I'd feel more comfortable being there with at least one man present, sorry to say. Others may not feel this way, so please take it with a grain of salt coming from a person who is more cautious than most. My friends liked their food, too. It's cute how you're supposed to mix the noodles and then add the little tiny dish of rice to soak up the flavors at the end. Everything had that umami deliciousness to it. We got the little tiny bowls of ice cream after. Cute place to eat and catch up with friends. Service was fine.