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We arrived right before their break time, but the staff kindly helped us place a to-go order, and we enjoyed it right away at the outdoor tables in front of the restaurant. Since it's located inside a safe shopping center, it was such a pleasant place to sit outside and enjoy our meal. The staff are always friendly, and the food is consistently amazing. I've been to many katsu restaurants, but this one stands out--the food feels fresh, the oil tastes clean, and everything is incredibly delicious. They never disappoint me no matter how many times I visit. If I could give them 10 out of 10, I absolutely would. Highly recommended!
Back AGAIN because we're obsessed. MATCHA YUZU ADE: 4/5. A little sweet, but super refreshing. DONKATSU: 5/5. Just look at it. Tender, juicy, deep-fried perfection. CUCUMBER SALAD: 3/5. Acidic, almost too vinegar-forward. There were moments that the sesame oil cut through, which was pleasant.
A few days ago, we decided to try a new place. We usually go to a katsu restaurant, but this was our first time visiting this one. It was clean, and the menu had a good variety. The interior was neat and modern, and even the dishes looked nicer. The food we ordered was good and had a clean, well-balanced taste. There were both outdoor and indoor tables. It seemed like there was only one server, so they looked very busy, and I felt a bit bad asking for anything.
Everything was pretty average overall. We tried the omurice and the tonkatsu meal. The omurice was okay, but the curry wasn't the typical Japanese style curry I was expecting, instead it had a strong tomato flavor. For the tonkatsu meal, the katsu was soft on the bottom even though we dined in, so it really shouldn't have been soggy. The katsu itself was just alright and not very juicy. The interior is simple, and there's an ordering device at each table so you can place your order yourself, which was convenient. The food came out relatively fast. One downside was that they had the door open, so it didn't feel like there was strong AC inside. Overall, it was just an average experience, and I probably wouldn't come back.
Small family owned katsu restaurant in Whittier. Heard about this place and have been meaning to stop by for 7 months now. Was a bit of a drive but don't regret the trip. Just wish I could have come sooner. Inside, both bar and table seatings are available. Also, option for outdoor dining if desired (believe there were two tables outdoors). You order at the table using an iPad which I felt was more convenient as you can take the time to look through the menu and decide at your pace. Ordered the omurice (my favorite) and we also tried the hire katsu meal. The omurice was fantastic just the way my mom use to make it growing up. Fried rice on the inside (but not too dry) with a generous egg sheet wrapped over it making it into what I would describe as a softball. Growing up, we used to put ketchup on the outside but most of the restaurants that make this dish now often use curry (Japanese way). At Lucky pig, however it was a ketchup flavored sauce which was phenomenal and brought me back to the 90s when I was sitting in my mom's kitchen. It was so good. You have to try this. We also ordered the Katsu meal. Now this Katsu was perfectly breaded with a crispy shell. Inside they use lean pork and cooked to perfection. They also serve it with a green chili on side which was phenomenal. This place a gem and a must try.
Lucky pig is always busy for a reason, it's impeccable eye for small details makes them stand out. I have a constant craving for cabbage salad and when I found out that Lucky Pig not only perfect the cabbage salad but helped elevate each dish, I was in love. I immediately landed on the cheese Katu and omurice. It was to my surprised that when everything came out, your meal was presented in such a way that was pleasing to the eye and flavorful and dare i say just as good as being in Japan? I would def recommend Lucky Pig to all the katsu lovers, the menu is small and perfected and never misses.
Background On Visit: Recently, I saw ig reel from Yelpla highlight this shop as one of the top places to eat at according to yelp elites. Since I was in the area, I decided to patronize the shop this weekend. Credit Card: They're accepted. Restroom: It's available Location/Parking: Located at the Whittwood Town Center. Shared parking is available in the center. Ambiance/Decor: Neat little shop with with modern furnishings to sit and eat on. They also have couple of tables outside of the shop. Depending on the time you go, please dress accordingly. It can be cold at night. Order Of Operations 1) Get seated 2) Order through the tablet 3) Wait for your food to come and start eating. 4) Last, pay for your meal with a staffer. Service: Overall, service was decent. The staffers were friendly and offered some great insight on the food items that I was curious about. Food Of Choice: Curry Hire Katsu: It came two hire and 1 katsu ball. Thought the dish was good. Please note that the katsu ball is slightly pink inside, but totally safe to eat. It's due to the way it is being cooked using a precise low-temperature, extended-frying method. It is cooked gently to a safe internal temperature around 140 to 150 degrees. The myoglobin is the source of the pink or red color in meat. Mmmmmm... Japanse curry burps! Lucky Pig For Thought: Wouldn't mind coming back to try their other items on the menu.
I've been here multiple times and every single menu item I've tried has been delicious Today I had the shrimp katsu and it was amazing! The kitchen is open, so you can really tell how clean and well-maintained everything is, which made me trust the place even more. The fried food tastes super fresh and crispy too. It's honestly hard to find places like this these days, definitely one of my hidden gem spots!
Tried this place with my fiancé for date night and it was such a pleasant surprise! Lucky Pig. It's a small but cozy atmosphere. We ordered the tonkatsu set and it was so good. The dish was crispy and light, and the pork was juicy, not dry at all. The egg dipping sauce really elevated it. We also got the omurice, which was flavorful and comforting, and the gravy was delicious. Overall, really good experience. Would definitely recommend, and we would definitely come back.
This place is SOOO good. It falls on the top 3 of my fave katsu places ever. I got the Kare Katsu and it was very juicy and full of good flavor. I never really go for pork katsu but I would say this is the best I've had. Perfect portions and they were generous with the salad. My friend ordered the omurice and I would've ordered this if there wasn't katsu on the menu. I am obsessed. Need to get this when I return.
Lucky Pig is a funny name for this place, because it's not so lucky for the pig that the chefs can turn them into something so delicious! Though Korean-owned, this place serves Japanese-style tonkatsu, which really gives us the best of both worlds. Their katsu set meals include a thick slab of breaded, deep-fried pork cutlet served on top of a wire grate (so the bottom doesn't get soggy), along with miso soup, rice, kizami wasabi (the REAL stuff), and a metric ton of shredded cabbage. The "don katsu" is fattier than the "hire katsu," but the hire katsu comes from the tenderloin so it's leaner and meatier. Up to you which you prefer, but I prefer the don katsu. Note that the don katsu is sliced into strips whereas the hire katsu is served as three individual medallions. Both are roughly the same amount of food, with the hire katsu being around $1 more in price. For something extra-luxurious, if available, you can add an onsen tamago (Japanese soft-boiled egg) for a few extra bucks, which can be used as an alternative dipping sauce or, as I like to do it, put it directly on rice and eat it (meat, rice, egg) all together. We've tried the omurice once and have no notes. It's good, but we definitely come here for the tonkatsu these days. Lastly, their yuzu panna cotta is worth getting! We don't always go for dessert, but we do love a cold dessert with bright citrus flavors to finish off such a heavy meal.
2 years ago
Wow oh wow, it has been quite a while since a meal could make me feel happy again and this one exceeded expectations. I recently came back from Japan, was craving katsu and found this place randomly. Because of the reviews, I had high expectations of this place and it did not disappoint. My boyfriend and I ordered the Ebi Katsu, Hire and Don Katsu as well as a yuzu matcha ade along with the yuzu panna cotta. Highlight of my meal was the Don Katsu and the yuzu panna cotta even though the other things ordered were equally good. The katsu was so juicy and tender. I was floored that I could also have similar quality of katsu in the states compared to Japan since other restaurants I've been to fall farther. The panna cotta was smooth and creamy with a lightly sweet, tart yuzu syrup on top. As much as I want to gatekeep, I think this place deserves hype. I will definitely be back. read more
Waitlist kiosk upon arrival. There was a line and we waited around 20 mins. Got bar seating and got to see the workers making the food in front of us. You order at the register and then are seated. I got the hire katsu which is the more tender one compared to the don. Katsu was soft, moist, and tender with crispy crust. Ordered the meal so it came with a salad, miso soup, and rice--also served with tonkatsu sauce or a sweet bbq like sauce and wasabi and some pepper paste. My friend got the cheese katsu which was so cheesy and delicious. read more
Lucky Pig is a hidden gem that is a pork lover's paradise. The sleek, modern decor mixed in with the Ikea furniture makes an interesting restaurant to dine in. We kicked off the meal with some ebi katsu that was crispy and great mouth feel. I wish there was a meal set with just the shrimp and sides. The star of this establishment is the pork tonkatsu. Each cutlet is perfectly breaded and fried to golden perfection, boasting a satisfying crunch with each bite. The meat is juicy and tender, complemented by a flavorful sauce. The supporting characters of wasabi, umami paste, crispy cabbage slaw, and miso soup also adds a rich component to the meal. We also tried the tonkatsu filled with ooey gooey cheese was that equally tasty. As they prepare each meal upon order, I would set those expectations before coming here. Overall, a fantastic place to check out. read more
1 year ago
Why did I find this place now?? I need to try again before it goes viral. Tokatsu was superb - 10 out of 10!! read more
Summary (TL;DR) - a great amount of effort was placed in creating a catered and cozy atmosphere with deep greens and gold adjacent to stained glass lamps and subway tile walls - the food is delicious with a simple menu allowing strong focus on flavors - though the menu is clearly based off Japanese cuisine the influence of Korean culture and taste is everywhere - ordering is simple as once you find the cashier at the end of the counter you pick what you want and they'll bring you the food - pricing is very reasonable for the amount of food and quality you receive Overall, this is easily one of the best new restaurants in Whittier, especially when it comes to filling the void of Asian cuisine in this area. --- Full Review Being surrounded by neighboring cities known for specific communities and cuisines can often lead to a lack of the same representation in the same city. Whittier has amazing Mexican food and some interesting concepts are coming into the fold; however, with the SGV so close most of the great Chinese and Asian cuisine is at least ten miles away. So when a new Japanese/Korean restaurant opens up right in the heart of Whittier it is worth looking into. Even more when everything looks incredible at first glance. Let's talk about Lucky Pig. Styling - "When design blossoms cinematography" Lucky Pig is in its heart a small restaurant serving up a limited menu. This creates a simple concept easily digested by anyone who comes in. Yet, that doesn't mean simple equals ugly. Instead, a large range of gorgeous design choices have been made to create a vibe. Walking in, the large full glass windows allow plenty of light into the restaurant. On the left is the open kitchen showcasing not only what's cooking, but also a nook with a large scroll with a handwritten menu sprawling down. Clean, white subway tiles run horizontal and the use of simplistic props of speakers, books, and jars give minimalism-meets-home. The large counter showcases more clean vertical lines as deep emerald green wooden paneling with matching high top chairs with gilded legs run the length of the restaurant. Not only that but stained-glass lamps hang from above further encapsulating the above mood. IKEA showrooms would be impressed with the attention to detail this restaurant has taken in create a dynamic yet comfortable dining space. Dining in this restaurant feels like you are eating in some cinematic universe in a movie or show you love. Food - "Japanese food in Korean homes" If you grew up in a Korean home you understand how similar some of our cuisines are, especially when it comes to comfort food like katsu and curry. Donkatsu, or deep fried pork cutlet, is a staple of both countries cuisine. Lucky Pig creates their katsu more in the Japanese style with larger, thicker cuts breaded with panko and deep fried. They take their time in creating this masterpiece, each bite being flavorful and moist. When you take a bite you can taste and see the juices exploding in your mouth and it has a delightful mouth feel. When it comes to the Korean influence you see rice dishes served with a side of soup. In Korean cuisine if you eat something dry you are meant to have something wet to help ease the food down. So, when ordering a donkatsu or hire katsu (pork loin version) it will come with a side of soup also. The curry is Japanese meaning it is a mild spiciness with deep flavors. To create a consistently smooth texture most of the ingredients initially placed to cook with the curry is usually blended into a uniform viscosity. This way, the curry coats the rice and allows maximum flavor with the least amount of sharp corners or textural deficiencies. The curry is a very familiar flavor for anyone who grew up with this type of food and it's almost like coming home. When you look at the drinks available for purchase you'll see plenty of Korean drinks such as one of my favorites, Milkis. Though a small part of your dining experience if you get this it plays another part in bringing a nostalgic feeling to most Koreans. Overall, I couldn't be happier Lucky Pig has opened in a community sorely in need of more cuisine like this. With a simple menu focusing on deep flavors and doing this perfectly, the price is so affordable for what you get. Whether you come in the daytime and bask in the sunlight or fall in the evening into a K-drama scene you'll be a happy, lucky pig after you're done with your meal here at Lucky Pig. read more
1 year ago
Potentially the best katsu in SoCal. Service is always great and we've tried most of the items on the menu over many visits and everything is top notch. I just wish they had more tables! read more
So glad to have Japanese style katsu locally now! The restaurant is right next to UPS and didn't have a sign yet when we went, so it might be easy to miss! The vibe is casual with a few tables that you seat yourself. You order at the register and someone will bring your food to you. For 2 we had the omurice with katsu ball and the pork loin tender katsu! It came out to around $40 but it was more than enough food for us with omurice leftover. Looking forward to trying more menu items! read more
1 year ago
Firstly food was amazing. Downright delicious. I'm a sucker for Omurice and it was not disappointing! Why two stars? A restaurant review isn't just based on the food but also from the experience. As soon as we arrived, there was a table getting cleaned and a female staff promised us 30 seconds for the table to be ready for us. NO communication from the staff members and another server RE-SAT the bar guests (already had their food/drinks) to the table. Fine. Doesn't matter, sitting at the bar wasn't a make it or break it. For the food, and barely 10mins after finishing our meal, (not asking if we wanted dessert or anything else) "here's your check no rush". We definitely weren't rushing, but now we felt rushed. Paid for the meal, still finishing my drink, and one of the female staff members asked if we were waiting for anything else. Check your staff. Definitely not interested in coming back. Other places like GinkoKatsu or Midoh are also family run with exceptional food and vibes. read more
This place is definitely a hidden gem in East Whittier! This place specializes in Tonkatsu (deep fried pork cutlet). Typically Korean style donkatsu is very thin compared to the Japanese style, however this Korean tonkatsu shop definitely had a hybrid of Japanese style tonkatsu with Korean style essence and they did it very well. Food: My wife got the beef ball katsu which is essentially deep fried ground beef balls very similar to Menchi katsu. It comes on a bed of sauce and comes with rice. It was very delicious with the breading cooked perfectly. I got the donkatsu (deep fried pork loin). It came with shredded cabbage, dressing, some type of marinated grape tomato, soup, and rice. All of the food was rather delicious. The meat wasn't as fatty/tender as what you would typically get at Japanese katsu restaurant, but honestly I don't think it needed to be in this instance as it felt more true to Korean style katsu with the meat being a little firmer. It worked really well. Service: The service isn't like a traditional restaurant. You order at the register, pay, then find a seat. The water is self serve and there isn't any wait staff attending to you besides giving you your food. It seems to be run by a husband/wife duo so the lean operation style makes sense and it works. I definitely will come back again to try their other dishes such as their hire katsu and Omurice. Highly recommended spot to check out! read more
The food and the service were great. Pricing was good and the quality of the Katsu was really great. The meat was juicy and tender. The omurice wasn't my favorite but my dining companion did enjoy it. It is a smaller restaurant but we were able to grab seating. The cheese Katsu was very cheesy. Love the wasabi to cut through the fried food. read more
11 months ago
Definitely a hidden gem in Whittier! There was ample parking in the lot around 6pm on a Friday night. Upon entering, you go to the back of the restaurant to order at the counter. We ordered the Don Katsu and Hire Katsu, then got seated. There is self-serve water near the counter, and the restaurant was clean and brightly lit. It took around 20 minutes to get our food but worth the wait. The katsu was crispy on the outside and thick but tender and not dry. I liked the sauce and rose(?) salt on the side to pair with the katsu. Portion was just right for me, but if you're very hungry and have a large appetite, it might be on the smaller end. Overall, a solid place to satisfy your tonkatsu cravings! read more
Found my new go-to spot for katsu in OC! Literally came here 2x in one week. There's no reservations so you have to waitlist in person. On a Wed night, we had to wait 30+ min. HIRE KATSU (Tenderloin) - the juiciest katsu I've ever had! each piece was so tender while still crispy on the outside - must try item here! OMURICE - strong ketchup based sauce which I personally love - thick egg layer and filling portion CHEESE KATSU - heavy on the cheese ratio! wish there was a little more pork CURRY RICE - curry here is more savory than sweet YUZU PANNA COTTA -refreshing and tart dessert perfect for post dinner read more
1 year ago
i don't like katsu but this place was pretty good. korean places usually make katsu batter pretty thin/flat and i appreciated how this restaurant had crispy layer of katsu batter on the outside and the sauce to go with it was also balanced. they also have yummy dishes like spicy rice cakes and omurice. the pricing was also fair ~ for 7 people we paid around $120. the inside of the restaurant is also cute almost a mix between retro and modern. there i also seating available in front of the cooks' work space. read more
1 year ago
Was in the area when we decided to try this place. Heard they have good katsu which is true. Their Katsu is so thick and the breading wasn't too thick. Sauce is a plus which compliments the meat itself. Place just look simple but people do come in-n-out non-stop. Menu was not much, but everything was made to order. read more
2 years ago
Delicious!!! Got there right as they opened and by 1115, there was already a big line! Good filling portions and perfectly crispy Katsu! Highly recommend!!! The miso was really good, make sure you get the miso soup! read more
2 years ago
Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Atmosphere 5/5 Very reasonable price First time visit here. Customer service is very impressive. Food are amazingly delicious! BEST PORK KATSU I'll definetly coming back to try different dishes :) everything was prepared and cooked completely fresh! We got hire katsu and omurice. Must try it here. They have plenty of parking outside the plaza. read more
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This place is a total gem. After seeing so many failed restaurants here, I have to say I REALLY hope this one works out. I don't eat beef or pork so my options were quite limited (duh, lucky PIG). I asked the cashier if I could do the shrimp katsu as a "combo" akin to their pork dishes; after some thought she rang me up for the shrimp, rice, and salad separately (total of $18, if I recall) and threw in the miso for free! My (non-Korean friend got the omurice. Shrimp and dipping sauce was drool worthy. The fry was near perfection and the dip was a perfect compliment. Cabbage was SO thinly sliced - I couldn't help but be impressed. Rice was a major fail, however. My friend had never had omurice before and gave it a go. I had a bite after clarifying the sauce didn't have meat only to find the fried rice did (doh!). Very strange that the sauce is ketchup-based but warm(?!?!) but.....realllllly good. Definitely going back in the near future to try their other dishes. And just to check off the green tags in yelp's algorithm: 1. Service was great! Cashier was kind and took her time with guests while staying busy helping the chef during a busy lunch rush. 2. Ambiance is super cute with cute art work with pig-related puns. read more
1 year ago
Thank you to the chefs at Lucky Pig! You can tell (by taste, presentation, and service) that this restaurant is only in the first stage of becoming THE PLACE that everyone will want to eat at, time and time again. Try it all The whole menu I'm looking forward to my next visit Thank you Lucky Pig read more
2 years ago
Been meaning to try this place for a while now, and it didn't disappoint. Went for dinner during the weekday and it was still pretty packed. There is an open kitchen so you can see them prepare your meal if you sit at the counter. The only non intuitive thing is that they have the register in the back, so order there. Had to try the Hire katsu, and the meal was well balanced. What was surprising was the miso soup had so much flavor. The katsu itself was amazing, crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. It's worth a trip. read more
1 year ago
Preface: Heard good things about Lucky Pig, and while running errands in Whittier, decided to visit. Food: Ordered the Tonkatsu plate, which came with an egg, a katsu 'ball', rice, and curry. The tonkatsu was wonderfully fried, not overly oily and with a nice crunch. The pork was very good: had good flavor as well as moist and toothy. The overall plating was excellent. The over easy egg was good. But it was a surprise as the menu at the restaurant did not indicate the plate came with an egg. Don't know what it was about, but it was fine. If given the choice, scrambled would be my preference. The rice was good as well, but with the sauce on it, it was hard to discern it as an individual item. For what I had, it was nice and fluffy. The curry was spicier than normal. I'm not a spicy person, but this was a flavor spiciness that did not linger and managed to give each bite a bit of flavor. The 'ball' was about the best item. And another surprise, as it was also not featured in the tonkatsu plate description at the restaurant. It was another happy accident and the absolute winner, and with that curry, it was delicious. The panna cotta was creamy and smooth with a VERY slight hint of yuzu flavor. But about that container... Service: Luckily, beat the lunch rush (and there was one!), so the server was accommodating. There were about four or five staff on site, so they had to wear plenty of hats, so patience came with understanding when it came to wait times. Any fried plate requires a bit of patience as the chef will do their magic to get you a good meal, so again, patience is worth it. But the real head-scratcher was the fact that I never asked for the panna cotta as a 'to-go' item, but still served in a plastic 'to-go' container. The other guests who ordered it after me got a ceramic ramekin, and even had one of the staff pour the glaze, kinda like how they drizzle the salad dressing at Lawry's Prime Rib. But not mine. Just placed on the table in the container with a spoon. I don't know if they do that preferred treatment for everyone, but if they do it for one, they should do it for everyone who pays for it. Being the lone, different demograph than the rest of the folks in the restaurant and having been passed over did not go over well with me. Ambiance: The ambiance was very simple, but kept light with the white walls and nice wood furnishings. Epilogue: The food was good, the portions adequate, the quality of meal was good. The service was adequate, but that small nagging feeling that comes with being passed over lingers as I write. read more
2 years ago
Great Asian Fusion food! Best pork katsu I've had and yes good pork is best served medium pink at center. Tender and tasty. Also first time I tried the omurice with Demi-glacé sauce delicious and lovely presentation. The husband and wife team were very sweet, nice and great service. It's a great, small mom and pop place with amazing food so be kind and be patient and you'll enjoy it... it's not a fast food joint. Dessert was a treat yuzu panna cotta! I will be back! read more
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2 years ago
Came and ordered the Don Katsu, Hire Katsu, & the Omurice! Don Katsu was fatty in comparison to the Hire Katsu which was a leaner cut of meat but both were very tender! The Hire Katsu is a must 9/10 Don Katsu: 7.9/10 Omurice, wouldn't get again 6.2/10 Overall, would love to come back! read more
Arrived at restaurant just as they opened at 5 PM for dinner on a Sunday. The restaurant was very clean and inviting. The server greeted us immediately and was very welcoming and showed us to our table. They have a very straightforward menu showcasing their specialty of Katsu. We tried a little of everything and it was all very delicious and had leftovers for the next day. The omurice was delicious with a tender omelette atop fried rice, we shared this between four people in the middle of our table and it was the first one finished. We also shared an order of Katsu balls and at first we thought, the three would not be enough, but it was plenty as they were large, moist and had a deliciously crunchy exterior and ended up not even being able to finish all three and took it home for leftovers. We all ordered the same main dish with the addition of a bowl of curry and one onsen tamago. Our meal was all so delicious and left the place so full and with a bag of leftovers for the next day. We would definitely come back read more
2 years ago
Just found hidden gem!!! Must try! i have been looking for hire katsu/rosu katsu for long time. Its kind of fusion style but taste wise very similar to authentic japanese hire katsu. Need little improvement but best hire katsu in California read more
2 years ago
This was honestly the best Katsu I've ever had! I ordered the Hire Katsu which is basically a pork loin katsu. The pork was so tender; you can tell they use high-quality meat. I was a bit skeptical at first because I was worried that the portion size would not fill me up since it was only 4 slices. But, I was wrong - I was so full after. The meal comes with a cabbage salad (nice and refreshing salad), miso soup, and rice. I also like the fact that the overall meal did not sit too heavy. I also tried the Yuzu Panna Cotta - I liked how it was light and not too sweet! Parking was super easy... Tons of parking in the plaza. Overall I would give this place a 5/5! I believe it's a family-owned restaurant and the service was super friendly. Give it a try if you are in the area - you won't be disappointed. :) read more
2 years ago
Came here on a Sunday for brunch. There weren't any tables so we had to sit at the bar which wasn't my favorite initially because the space was tight with how they had to configure the tables for a larger party that was sitting close to us. However once I saw them making all of the food I was so glad we sat there. We got the cucumber salad, omurice with katsu ball and buta kimchi bibim udon. The omurice was delicious and perfect for brunch but the real star was the udon. So flavorful and the onsen egg on top was perfect. The cucumber salad was a great palette refresher between bites. I regret not coming to this place earlier. Already planning my next meal here read more
2 years ago
Mixed feelings with this place: 3.5/5 Came in with a high expectation, as I bookmarked this place for a while now. But it didn't live up to it. Very minimal, cute, clean, small restaurant - plenty of room with no wait but it was on a weekday; I can see this place getting packed on the weekends. You walk in and order at the front counter and they bring your order to your table when it's ready. Got our order pretty fast. Hire katsu with a side of curry and cheese katsu. I really loved the sides here - cabbage salad, miso soup and the sauce as well as the wasabi (wasn't too strong so I loved pairing it with my katsu). Wouldn't recommend curry, nothing special and almost even lacked flavor? And it wasn't really necessary because of the katsu sauce, and they give you a huge bowl of curry but the katsu portions are huge already so unless you're eating rice with the curry you won't finish it. To the main dish: cheese and hire katsu. A bit disappointing, yes I appreciate how the coat is thin for cheese katsu but it's too thin, it's like eating a ball of cheese with a hint of katsu so it becomes very heavy towards the end, very cheasy. Personally I would have liked the outer coat to be crispier and crunchier and then the inside to be smoother with the cheese but I don't think it had the right balance. For the hire katsu on the other hand, the coat was too thick. The meat wasn't juicy or tender inside - the coat was just thick and hard. So now eating these two plates we were just cheasy and greasy all around at the end. I would only go back if I'm around the area to try other dish like omurice and maybe give katsu another try but this day was not it, loved the ambiance though so overall giving it 3.5/5 - rounding it up to 4. read more
2 years ago
The lighting is nice and bright, which is definitely a nice plus for food photography during the evening hours before closing. The ambiance was filled with customers immersed in their own table conversations over freshly made dishes. The kitchen is visible for all guests to see and observe if that is what piques the interest of some. The menu has a good solid set of choices. I am not ordering everything as one shouldn't in general so I selected the omurice. Why? Because not many places offer omurice to begin with and I am glad I did. The taste was delicious from the fried rice to the egg and the saucy pool the egg island lays in. I added the Katsu ball and you know it's fresh and piping hot when you burn your mouth. Still tastes delicious. Service-wise, friendly and accommodating and mind you that I actually arrived 15 minutes prior to closing and there was a sign indicating it takes 20 minutes for food preparation but the food came out within 10 minutes. Look forward to my next meal there! read more
2 years ago
The food was so good! Some of the best katsu I've had in SoCal, probably comparable to Japan tbh. I had the Don Katsu, so juicy, crunchy and flavorful. My wife had the Hire Katsu. It came with cabbage salad, miso soup and dipping sauces. It took some time for the food to come, but I like the "made to order" for the freshest quality. The quantity looked fairly small, but in the end it was satisfying. So we had the Kimchi Buta Bibim Udon to share. There was plenty of parking in the lot. And the ambiance inside was chill, fun to watch the chefs cook almost in front of you, though we sat outside with our friends dog (there's 2 4-seater tables out front). Highly recommend, we'll def be back if we're in the area read more
2 years ago
This popped up on my Yelp as hot and new! It was packed inside, constantly full...never an available table which is a very promising sign that this place is not only good but will be around. I have a feeling it will be very crowded for a while especially once word gets around. Hire katsu is leaner than the Don katsu, both were mouthwatering delicious and well seasoned. The batter is light and not greasy. The pork was moist, tender and flavorful giving me the impression that they probably sous vide it first. The curry was not spicy but had a nice deep curry flavor. Shrimp ebi katsu was so good we had to order another dish. Udon was also worth noting. Will return but I think will be harder to get a table next time. read more
2 years ago
I came in on a Sunday night shortly before closing, so some of the menu items were sold out. It's a pretty limited menu, but we ended up ordering the omurice, donkatsu, and hire katsu. All of them were delicious! The meat was flavorful and tender. The outside was crispy but the inside was juicy. I was really impressed and might even go to say it's one of the best katsu dishes I've ever had! The omurice was also tasty, and I really enjoyed the tomato based sauce on it. The portion didn't seem huge, but we all ended up being pretty stuffed. I assume it's a husband and wife that own the place. They offered quick and kind service. The decor was cute with like emerald and gold accents. Overall, surprised with this little gem. I wasn't expecting to find such a great spot that night in Whittier. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu! read more
1 year ago
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