Came here on a Saturday night in a group of 3 for early. We heard the line can be quite long so we decided to come 15 min before their dinner opening at 5:15pm. There was already a group waiting outside the restaurant. You have to add your name to a waitlist with a QR code that's posted on the outside of the restaurant. Many people were also waiting in their cars before opening. The restaurant is located in a plaza so there's plenty of parking at least. Once the restaurant opened, they started seating people by their place in line. We managed to get in the first round seating. I ordered the curry rice with pork katsu. It came with miso soup and pickles on the side. The food came out quite fast. I see why this place already has a line before opening. The pork cutlet was fried perfectly as it wasn't too oily but still really juicy. The curry was good too. Although we stayed a tad bit longer because we were chatting, the staff didn't rush us to leave. Would come back here again, although I would only come here before opening because the line looked really long when we left. read more

finally dined in after getting takeout from here the last few times, and honestly, it's sooo much better in store got the tendon set, which comes with miso soup. portion was generous and the flavors were great been liking this spot already, but the dine-in experience definitely hits different. would recommend eating it fresh if you can read more

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Katsu Gin is a welcome addition to Milpitas offering delicious katsu. The restaurant itself is clean and fairly small so expect there to be a wait if you come during prime hours. On a Saturday evening around 6 PM we had to wait roughly 30 minutes before being seated. Once arriving you can scan the QR code to put yourself in the queue. We ordered the fried tofu (appetizer), chicken katsu set, and pork katsu curry. The fried tofu was perfectly crisp without being too oily. A nice appetizer to start the meal. The set comes with cabbage, miso soup, rice, and meat of choice. The chicken was perfectly fried on the outside and tender on the inside. We were anticipated the pork to be tender but found it to be more tough and slightly dry in comparison to the chicken. I would recommend the chicken moving forward. The curry had good flavor and was excellent to eat with the meat. Service was friendly and quick. They frequently monitor the dining area to make sure all needs are being met. The owner of Katsu Gin is really friendly and you can tell he really is passionate about his food and restaurant. Overall, I'd return and recommend! read more

Heard great recommendations from a friend and so I waited for the hype to die down to try, and it did not disappoint! This is one of the best katsu places in the bay and is comparable to the katsu I had in Hawaii (: For two people, getting your own katsu set is enough. My partner & I didn't need assorted tempura side because we got really full! Also experienced katsu-fried flavor fatigue lol. If you get katsu here, make sure its the Hire Katsu! It was tender and juicy! I heard the regular katsu is drier and can be tough. I am a curry katsu girly and the curry was good! Though I prefer curry from Curry Hyuga, the katsu here is wayyyy better. At other places, the katsu is either small or on the tougher side. This place definitely gets busy and they know how to make good katsu. I appreciate how flaky the katsu was and the miso soup was also tasty. Unlike other places, the miso soup wasn't grainy. I want to come back again, but Katsu Gin is a far drive for me. If I was in the area, I'll go a lot more. read more

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Upon recommendation by a friend, we came here to eat. I had wanted to like this place, but It's the little things that bother me here, though there definitely were some highlights. And if some changes are made, it may be better. We ordered the Tonkatsu Curry set, the Kirekatsu set, and the Udon w/ curry set. The commonality of the three dishes were the three huge "bricks" of tonkatsu. Though they were awesomely juicy and had a nice crunch to the coating, they lacked flavor. I believe this is due to the shear size of the tenderloin (each one would constitute one serving of meat.) Even with tonkatsu sauce (very sparsely drizzled), the flavor was lacking. I prefer the bite-sized cuts instead. Perhaps the most frustrating is the weight of each brick made it a challenge to hold with chopsticks (in all fairness, they did provide a fork . . .). And twice I dropped the brick into my bowl of udon, splashing the curry broth everywhere. Grrrrr! The curry had a spicy kick at the start, but then . . . Mixed feelings. Difficult to describe, but it seems that there was an emphasis more on the spiciness, but not much on flavor? For me, the blend was not balanced. That is what each of us felt. The curry sauce for the udon was nice, however and did not overpower the noodles. The highlights were the pickled carrots and scallion bulbs - outstanding!And they were my favorite item of the entire meal! Very crunchy and packed with flavor, the carrots were delicious, and the small scallion bulbs were crunchy and sweet (though a bit too sweet, in my opinion). These veggies are an effective, but effective palette cleanser. Second most-liked was the bowl of shredded cabbage. The sesame miso dressing was very tasty. With the huge amount of cabbage, the dressing was not nearly enough. I suggest cutting back on the amount of cabbage served and keep the amount of dressing as is. If the wait staff see an excessive amount of uneaten cabbage, that may be a sign to cut back on the serving size... The wait staff were friendly and attentive. Kudos here. It is strange that my accolades principally were of the condiments and the salad, and not of the main dishes. The word "proportion" may sum it up succinctly - make the tonkatsu smaller, cut back on the amount of cabbage in the side salad to better balance the dressing with the cabbage. I may come back to try the other offerings if I am in the area again. read more

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The place was small, but the staff were nice. There was a large range of options to choose from. I just felt like the flavor wasn't there as much. The curry was good, but the katsu were cut really big. It should be a bit smaller. The don katsu is full of onion. Onion on the bottom, in the eggs. If I didn't know any better, I thought I had ordered a bowl of onion and rice. The pork cutlet was dry and the rice was really really sweet. The presentation of everything was nice. Overall, I would say this is not for me, but it might be for others. read more

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I came her for a group dinner and the staff was super accommodating! We had a toddler and they were very willingly able to seat us where a high chair was convenient, but we ended up not needing one. Service was solid. I got the Tonkatsu set and added fish katsu and I must say that I was very much impressed with the Fish katsu! They give you an assortment of sauces, a side salad, rice, and miso soup. The sauces worked perfectly well with the fry on the katsu and the batter on the katsu was nice and light. Every bite was delicious and felt lie i was eating a clean cut of crispy protein. Absolutely delicious! read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu set with fish katsu on the side - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Pretty solid katsu spot in Milpitas! Plaza has ample parking which is nice. The interior is on the smaller side so I remember feeling really close to our neighboring table. Our waitress was kind and and greeted us as we were seated, and the food came out pretty quickly. Both my friend and I got the pork loin katsu with curry and it was tasty. I rated a 4 because everything was good but I wouldn't say its one of the best. read more

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Located in a small plaza, this cozy restaurant has a clean atmosphere and a handful of tables, but the wait usually isn't too bad. The staff were also super friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. Japanese comfort food done right. The chicken katsu curry set was easily the star of the table -- crispy cutlet over rice with thick, savory curry that had the perfect balance of sweetness and richness, and it came with a comforting bowl of miso soup. Even with the curry sauce, the katsu stayed crunchy to the last bite. The chicken katsu don brought a softer, homestyle vibe with fluffy egg, onions, and lightly sweet sauce soaking into the rice. Super comforting and satisfying without feeling too heavy. For appetizers, we tried the shrimp & vegetable katsu and the shrimp & oyster katsu. Everything came out hot and freshly fried with a light, crispy coating. The shrimp were juicy with a nice snap, while the oysters were rich and buttery inside with that perfect crunch outside. The miso soup and pickles rounded everything out nicely. If you're craving crispy katsu and hearty Japanese curry, this spot definitely hits the spot. read more

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A friend and I came for dinner and I was surprised to see all the tables full. We were seated at the bar. The service was good, my friend and I were busy chatting and didn't have a chance to look at the menu but the server was kind and gave us a few more minutes to review before coming back for our order. I ordered the chicken katsu curry with rice and my friend ordered the fish katsu with rice. We also got shrimp and oyster katsu appetizer to share. All of our food was excellent. My chicken was crunchy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The shrimp katsu was also cooked perfectly. Really crunchy and not at all dry inside. The curry flavor was great, not too strong. Everything paired so nicely with the Japanese rice. Next time I'd like to try a few more appetizers, so I'm looking forward to coming back soon! read more

Katsu Gin - Chicken katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

I didn't think I would like this place as much as I did. One of my retired work moms recommended this place and we ate here with another friend on a Monday evening. They open at 5:30pm and we arrived at 5:45pm with only 1-2 tables filled. The place was packed by the time we left at 7! Eats: Takoyaki Popcorn Tofu Tonkatsu set Chicken Katsu Curry Shrimp & Veggie Katsu-Don Nice wait staff. They refill water as needed. The food took a bit longer than expected with the shrimp Katsu arriving first. I found it strange the appetizers arrived after the main entrees. Delicious though! I was so hungry I thought I'd scarf down some crispy tofu and takoyaki first, ended up taking bites between rice with tonkatsu. Omg so I loved the Japanese rice with the tonkatsu! Plus miso soup. Yah, I was uber hungry hahahaaa. I like how the regular tonkatsu meat is so lean but has plenty of meat. Excellent crunch without being so crispy it scrapes your mouth. It was perfect and not overly oily! I almost finished everything, just took home the last piece of pork with rice. I ate all the included cabbage salad with the creamy sesame dressing. My friend's chicken katsu curry was good too, solid Japanese curry. The katsu-don comes with scrambled egg between the rice and katsu. Will definitely come back when it's not busy. The place isn't cramped but it's not the largest either. Parking lot isn't too bad. read more

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Ordered the chicken katsu curry, the chicken was nice and lightly crispy, the curry was lightly spicy but also a bit sweet. It was a bit underflavored and not as concentrated, it could have used more umami condensed deep flavor and even more spice. Service was alright, came with a friend but got asked to sit at a smaller table which was annoying because the restaurant wasn't full on a monday. read more

Katsu Gin - Chicken katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Finally found a great Japanese katsu joint in the Bay Area. Reminded me of being back in Japan. The sets are great options. I recommend asking for the curry on the side so that your katsu doesn't get all soggy during your meal. Service was also solid as well. Really can't complain honestly. The hire katsu pieces are so thick and juicy. The breading is also just perfect! I guess my only request is for it to come with a knife so we can cut into small pieces haha. read more

Great first-time experience! The chicken katsu-don was delicious, and it's a great spot if you're looking to try something a little different. I'll be sure to try the curry next time. read more

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Katsu Gin is a very popular spot that focuses on crispy cutlets (ands shrimp) served with Japanese curry gravy. It gets very busy, so it helps to arrive early (even bestie they open) unless you are fine with waiting. The demand is high and the food lands well on the mark. The cutlets are satisfying and pair nicely with the curry, making for a solid, comforting meal. The shrimp is also crunchy and tasty. It may be a bit more hyped than it deserves to be, but it is still a place I enjoyed and would come back to. read more

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Experience (5/5 stars): *Food: i'd recommend getting the hirekatsu over the tonkatsu as it was juicier and had better flavor! enjoyed the shredded cabbage salad, miso soup, and pickled sides. *Price: ~$20 katsu sets Overall, it's a yes for me! read more

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Came a few months ago when they had just opened. The pictures looked promising, but we were a bit disappointed. Katsu was really dry and the sauces were just ok. Price and portion are ok, but we probably wouldn't come back. I usually love fried chicken skin, but these were also just ok, not great. We sat at the bar since it was busy, even though we came late at night near closing. Service was kinda slow, we had to ask a few times for water refill. read more

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Love katsu gin! Arrived ~10 min before opening on Saturday and got seated right when they opened. The food was delicious and the portions were huge. The katsu reminded me of the katsu in Japan. The hirekatsu was so moist and tender and worth the upgrade. The portions were huge too. Can't wait to come back. read more

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Was visiting the area for work and decided to get a to go order from Katsu Gin. The place was crowded but the server took my order and my food was ready quickly in about 10 minutes. I ordered Tonkatsu Curry. What I received was a huge piece of pork cooked perfectly. Crispy on the outside and juicy in the middle. The curry sauce had a little kick and perfectly paired with the pork. The rice was nicely cooked and the pickled vegetables were refreshing. The miso soup was rather mundane and didn't really add anything to the meal. With that being said, you don't come to this place for the soup. I will definitely be coming back to try the other items on the menu. read more

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I had really high hopes for Katsu Gin, but ended up leaving incredibly disappointed. Surprised all of these high reviews. We ordered two Curry Katsu (pork and chicken). We added a side of Shrimp and Veggies. We almost added an extra bowl of rice (+$2) for our little one, but the guy, who was really nice, said that he'll make sure our rice was "large". So, let's start with the food. The Katsu was off. The batter was off. It was very greasy and flaked off in weird levels (initially very find and then mealy like). It just didn't work. The pork was dry, but the chicken was tender. It just felt like the quality was lacking. The curry, too salty. Hints of sweetness came from the... teriyaki? that was on top of the curry, but a lack of depth and flavor that was over shadowed by how salty the curry was made it difficult to enjoy. The cabbage was not shredded uniformly and just too thick in certain places. This consistency actually matters, but lacking here. The service was fine when you ask for assistance. During our entire stay, not once were we checked on nor our water refilled. The bathroom also had a mini flood and no one bothered to clean it up. It's really these little things that adds up enough for a place to not get another consideration. read more

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We were in need of some lunch after visiting the library. So I was looking around the area to see if there were any new spots we haven't tried yet and I suggested a couple of spots and my hubby chose Katsu Gin. In short, delicious, plentiful, and heart warming curry and I will be back for another to-go meal. L O C A T I O N Katsu Gin is located off of N Milpitas Blvd and Calaveras Blvd. It's next to Noah's Bagels. The parking situation here is tight. There's not that many spots but luckily we found one directly in front of Noah's Bagels. I N S I D E It's not a huge spot but they do have a number of tables as well as bar seating. M E N U We were here primarily because of the curry, but they do have each protein (Pork loin, pork tenderloin, chicken, fish, shrimp, oyster and veggie) by itself as a set or sides as well as on udon or over rice (as a don). They also have appetizers which we ended up skipping. After looking at photos as I've never heard of hirekatsu (pork tenderloin), we decided to go with the standard pork loin aka tonkatsu curry set. Not thinking too much about it, we also got the fish katsu on the side. The curry set comes with miso soup, rice, and pickled veggies. The fish katsu side was two large fish fillets and a dipping sauce. The tonkatsu was sizeable and juicy. It did have a nice trim of fat though my hubby wasn't feeling it. I like fat folks so for me it was great. I grew up having fried pork chops and the fat was the best part. The curry packed a punch. I still wish it had large chunks of potatoes or carrots but I know this is traditional style. It was very flavorful and everything I want in terms of consistency and flavor. The fish katsu was fine. The dipping sauce was delicious. It was nice and sizeable considering it was a side. We didn't realize it would be when we ordered! So we were quite full from the meal. I typically don't end up having the soup with Japanese meals but I wanted to taste this one. The miso soup was also quite flavorful. It made me want to finish it all. S E R V I C E We called in our order as we were just going to pick it up on the way from the library. They said 20-25 minutes so we ended up going to a donut shop nearby first. We arrived and it was already ready to go. So I would say err on the side of 15-20 minutes when picking up. Easily paid by card. O V E R A L L I would definitely be back if I were having a curry craving. Maybe not another side of protein if we were doing it again. It was definitely enough food for two people. If you're going to eat in person, you should use the QR code to sign up for their waitlist as there were definitely people waiting outside and it was packed inside. I would likely do another to-go which was a great experience. read more

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Service, ambience on point. Friendly, accommodating and helpful. My friend and I got the chicken katsu and shrimp/oyster katsu. Chicken katsu was very crispy, flavorful, not too burnt, and had good portions. I togo'ed a bit home as well. The food quality reminds me of when I was in Japan a few months ago! Have been here multiple times and would go again. Parking location is good. Efficient service if there's a long waitlist and they take your orders in advance. read more

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We've been wanting to try this place for a while and when we finally did, we were pleasantly surprised. I ordered the chicken katsu set and it was super filling. The salad was super yummy, but the chicken katsu was better than I expected. The flaky panko breadcrumbs were just right and didn't make it to heavy; it was actually light. We were served by a young man who was really helpful and attentive. He did a really good job with giving advice and recommendations. He made sure that we were good with our meal and our water was filled. The ambiance of the restaurant was different. Mind you, I remember it being a Starbucks and the way they restructured it made it seem bigger and spacious. Since our first time trying Katsu Gin, we have already ordered again through DoorDash and it was just as good as eating there. read more

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We finally got the chance to try this restaurant with my husband and his family, and we all really enjoyed our food. They take your order before you're seated, which was a nice touch since it kept the wait time for our meals pretty short. We ordered the katsu curry along with a few donburi dishes that came with rice and egg, and everything was delicious. By the end of the night, we were definitely full and satisfied. There's a good amount of seating inside, and the staff is both friendly and efficient, which made the whole experience even better. read more

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Been here for lunch with my co-workers. Food is great and very generous portion for the price. The people here are nice and friendly. The place is small since it's took over Starbucks but it's clean. read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Gin? Like the alcohol? No--more like Jin from BTS, because this katsu spot is just as memorable (and a little polarizing) as a comeback album. The restaurant itself is on the smaller side, but luckily there was no wait when we dined in. The staff were quick, efficient, and polite, and once we ordered, the food came out hot and fast--always a great sign. Let's talk about the star: the katsu. It absolutely delivers. The exterior is perfectly crispy and golden, while the inside is juicy, tender, and practically melts in your mouth. It's rich, satisfying, and easily the highlight of the meal. On the other hand, I wouldn't recommend the tamago donburi. I usually love dishes like oyako don, so I had high hopes, but this one just didn't hit the mark. Cooking the katsu in the egg ended up softening the crust and overcooking the meat, which took away everything that made the katsu so good in the first place. Great concept, just not the execution I was hoping for. Portion sizes here are very generous--honestly, one katsu plate could easily be shared between two people. Overall, even though not every dish was a hit for me, the quality of the katsu alone makes this place worth coming back to. Not everything has to be a perfect album to still have a few standout tracks--and this spot definitely has one. read more

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Food 5/5 - Ordered tonkatsu pork-loin cutlet, which includes miso soup, cabbage salad, pickled veggies, two dipping sauces and a bowl of rice. Miso soup was good and the cabbage salad was refreshing, definitely a bigger portion than I expected once broken apart. The pork-loin cutlet was delicious. The breading was nice and crispy, and the thick-cut cutlet itself was tender and moist. Price $$ - Price is good for the portions that were served. Service 3/5 - Service is average, they made a round to refill our waters. Ambiance 4/5 - Interior is good with Japanese modern-open themed decor. Overall - Had a pleasant experience and would visit again. read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu pork-loin cutlet - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

I'm so excited there's finally a tonkatsu place in the bay! The pictures i've seen from this place look so good and i decided to try it today. Overall, the flavor is there but the meat is just ever so slightly on the dry side and the bottom is a little bit soggy. The restaurant is pretty small and i came at the end of lunch which i believe was the only reason we were seated so quickly. I can see this place being super packed during busy hours It fulfills my cravings enough for tonkatsu but it could be better read more

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I came on a Saturday a little bit before they opened at 5:30 and there was already a couple people waiting to come it! I'm glad that their business is booming because they truly deserve it! I got to try the Hirekatsu Curry set this time since last time I didn't like that the To katsu was thinner than the first time I went. The hirekatsu was juicy and thick so I think this will be my go to from now on instead of the Tonkatsu just because it's thicker and juicy! I didn't get the Tonkatsu this time so I can't compare it to the last time I had it. I notice they added lots of new menu items such as curry udon and rice bowls for those who enjoys those dishes! Hirekatsu Curry 5/5 I asked for my curry to be on the side this time and it was perfect along with a side of cabbage salad! I didn't not have a soggy katsu after eating! I also noticed they now place the katsu on the rice instead of half and half on the curry and rice which helps a lot with the texture! my boyfriend ordered the set normal and everything was still crispy! Oyster and Shrimp Tempura : 5/5 shrimp was crispy and the oyster was yummy! it also comes with an side of cabbage as well! I think they have gotten the hang of things since they opened! Food comes out at a good pace and the staff are very friendly and attentive! I will definitely be recommending this to those who love a katsu that reminds me of the one I had in Japan and Hawaii! Thick and Juicy with crispy fluffy crust! I believe the main focus of the restaurant is the katsu rather than "katsu curry" which is fine with me because I come here to eat crispy juicy katsu and everything else is just a plus! I really like the way they fry and do their katsu here. for the affordable price you pay, the meal was delicious! read more

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Katsu Gin is renowned for its commitment to quality ingredients and the meticulous preparation of traditional Japanese fried cutlets. This was my first visit, discovered while searching for Japanese Katsu/cutlet options, despite it not being close to my location. We arrived during lunchtime, and the restaurant was nearly full. Although the space isn't large, it offers ample seating, including bar-style seating, and features an open kitchen concept. The menu is straightforward yet comprehensive, with a variety of katsu options, including shrimp and veggie, which are typically served as tempura or kakiage at Japanese restaurants. We ordered the Hire Katsu curry-pork tenderloin, veggie and shrimp katsu, and a side order of tonkatsu. You can choose curry , traditional katsu or Katsu Don. The food was prepared quickly. The highlight was the Hire Katsu curry-pork tenderloin, with incredibly tender meat. The curry is yummy and not too overpowering. The veggie and shrimp katsu were also delicious, though I personally prefer them in tempura style. The tonkatsu (pork loin) was good but a bit dry. Overall, it was an enjoyable lunch, and we left with some leftovers, as the portions were quite generous. read more

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Not a good start. We put our name on the waitlist via the QR code but unfortunately it doesn't tell you a time limit of when your table will be ready. It only tells you what place you are in line. After checking several times we were finally seated after waiting for 45 minutes, even though the hostess told us that we only had to wait 15 more minutes. She gave us a menu outside while we were on the benches to look over the menu and stated that we could pre-order, but she never returned to take our order. We were then seated at a table and waited up to five minutes before I asked for someone to take my order; while the three employees were just standing around laughing and talking. The food was okay. We ordered the chicken katsu (8.5/10) , shrimp katsu curry (6/10) and tonkatsu curry udon (7.5/10). We wished they also had the sesame to ground. I think the curry was a little bland to my taste. read more

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There aren't many katsu specialty restaurants and I saw how popular this place was, so I knew I need to come. I came before they were open and was seated right away and it became packed later. Hire Katsu Curry (4/5): This was the pork tenderloin. I thought the breading was great, but the meat was a bit tougher than I hoped. The curry was comforting. I loved how it came with miso soup and picked vegetables. Overall great place to try! read more

Katsu Gin - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Was in the mood for some katsu and curry. We went here for a family lunch on Mother's Day. We all tried different things. The kids got chicken katsu and oyster katsu and chicken skin. Adults had fish katsu and the hirekatsu. Kids demolished their food and wouldn't let me try the chicken katsu but they're picky eaters and ate everything so it must have been really good. The fish katsu was delicious and came with miso soup which was also good. Service was good and attentive. Will definitely come back again. Highly recommended. read more

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Clean restaurant, had the tonkatsu with curry udon set. Included salad with peanut sauce is good. Katsu was sliced and good portion, easy for dipping into the flavorful curry. Service was attentive and fast. Parking is free and plentiful. They have a lot of other katsu and appetizers selection. Can't wait to go again and try some other foods! read more

Katsu Gin - Tonkatsu with Curry Udon set - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

What an authentic katsu spot! I had a hankering for some great katsu curry like I had in Japan, and my husband found this spot that had options for a vegetarian too! I honestly was expecting some like coco ichibanya (or hoping that it'd be close), and Katsu Gin was waaaaay better! The curry is very tasty and just the right thickness, and the katsu was freshly fried. The meat was tender and juicy, not at all dry like most chain katsus. If you want some great katsu curry, Katsu Gin is great! The atmosphere is also very calm, even with kids in the restaurant, so it's a great spot for a date or night out. read more

Katsu Gin - Hire katsu curry and veggie katsu curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

Surprisingly, this place wasn't very busy on a Valentine's Saturday. I called about 30 minutes ahead to get on the waitlist, and when we arrived we only waited a few minutes before being seated. By 7:30 p.m., there were open tables with no wait at all. We definitely over-ordered for two adults and two big kids. My 11-year-old barely touched his tonkatsu because he was already full from the sides. The katsu itself was very well done--lightly breaded, crisp, juicy and tender; its very close to what we had in Japan, without being so crunchy that it scratches your palate. Like most Japanese-owned spots, the restaurant is very clean, with good service and solid food quality. I witnessed one of their staff hand drying each silverware. It's a small neighborhood place with only a few tables and a short counter, so it's not ideal for large groups. read more

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I decided to give this place another go, and I am so glad I did! Pro tip: skip the curry. While the curry version is good, going without it really allows the natural flavors to shine. The oysters were executed perfectly--shattering crisp on the outside while remaining incredibly tender and juicy on the inside. They arrived at the table piping hot and were served with a generous portion of fresh vegetables that added a nice crunch and balance to the dish. If you are a fan of seafood, this version is a total game-changer. It's fresh, savory, and highly satisfying. Highly recommend!" read more

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We visited around lunchtime. It can get pretty busy, but our waits here haven't been too long (approx 20 minutes). We ordered the chicken katsu, pork katsu curry, and a side of the fish katsu. The chicken katsu was incredibly juicy and crispy! This is definitely our return-pick. The pork katsu was okay - it was a little dry. Didn't stop it from being crispy, though. The curry was also just okay - nothing outstanding. The fish katsu was unique, and also our second favorite. It comes with its own dipping sauce, which was a nice compliment. Currently, this takes the crown of our favorite katsu spot in the South Bay area. read more

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Found this place on my way to my hotel and thought the pictures of the food looked spectacular. Overall, it was a little hard to find in the strip mall but there is plenty of parking. The chicken katsu set was a good deal and the chicken was juicy as advertised. The breading could have had more flavor though as it was kind of bland. The curry was pretty good but mine wasn't particularly hot despite me sitting at the bar right in front of the folks making the food. Got the takoyaki and it was also not the hottest. But it didn't seem like they made the takoyaki there. Seems store bought in terms of flavor and in terms of how uniform the balls were imo. But they had decent chunks of octopus in it so it was passable as decently good. The servers were nice but not the most attentive. I got 1 refill of water despite being right next to them. My cup sat about 10 to 15 minutes empty. I didn't want to bug them as they were having some sort of conversation among themselves. Overall, I am not sure if I'll come again but its worth a try if you are in the area. read more

Katsu Gin - Takoyaki - Japanese Curry Near Me - Milpitas, California

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So good I came twice in a week! A little busy even on weekday nights (as they should be!), but food comes out pretty fast so I only had to wait about 15 minutes for a party of 3. Overall - they're super talented with frying, the dishes don't feel oily at all. Call me an old man, but the three types of pickles are also awesome for helping you digest so you can finish all the delicious katsu! One other note, both times I came, the appetizers arrived at the same time as the main dishes. Would prefer if we got the appetizers earlier, but no biggie. Dishes tried: Curry hire katsu - I asked the waiter about the difference between the hire katsu and the regular tonkatsu, and he said the hire katsu comes out thicker and juicier. Breading is thin and super crispy. Not quite as juicy as the best katsu I've ever had in Japan, but dang it's close! Curry is also thick and nicely flavored, perfect proportions to the amount of rice given. This is going to be my go-to dish in the future! Oyster & shrimp katsu appetizer - You get two shrimps and two oysters, I found the oysters very slightly fishy. Shrimp is pretty good, but I think I prefer a tempura style batter rather than the katsu style, so maybe not for me. Fish katsu set - this one comes with its own slightly citrusy shoyu sauce in addition to the normal katsu sauces that come with all the other sets. This shoyu was so good and paired perfectly with the fish - my family even dipped their chicken and pork in it! The fish itself was slightly inconsistent in fillet size, so the thickest piece came out perfectly cooked, but the thinnest piece was a little dry. Overall, still delicious and would reorder if I was in the mood for fish. The cabbage under the katsu sets also come lightly dressed with a sesame sauce - you can ask for more dressing if you want it! Takoyaki - nice and generous on the size of the octopus inside, and comes out hot and crispy. Above average compared to other Takoyaki I've had! read more

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