The food, service and ambiance is top notch. I rarely leave reviews but this place is so good it's hard not to leave one. Discovered it by accident and brought my friends back the following week. The grandma service staff is so sweet, warm and welcoming. The food is amazing. Best tonkatsu Ive had so far. Definitely on the top of our list of fave restaurants. read more

Great food, great service! The owner was always checking on us and givins us recommendations. Fun walls to draw on too!

I see why this place has 5 stars!! I don't know why it isn't more popular because this was some of the best katsu I've ever had. The katsuportions are huge (but we were also super hungry lol) and the owner is the sweetest lady to ever exist. She was super attentive and kept checking in on our table to ensure everything as okay. The restaurant itself is adorable with drawings lining the walls and a really homey feel. We came in around 12 PM on a Sunday and were seated immediately. We ordered the chicken katsu, pork katsu, and bulgogi bibimbap. It came with a side of pickles, rice, salad, and 3 different dipping sauces. The katsu was so freaking crispy, juicy, and flavorful. The only complaint was that it didn't come with enough rice. The bulgogi also had an awesome char flavor and the bibimbap had a good rice to topping ratio. I would 10000% come back again if I am in the area. Ratings Chicken katsu: 4/5 Pork katsu: 5/5 Bulgogi bibimbap: 5/5 read more

My Donkatsu - Chicken Katsu, Pork Katsu, Bulgogi Bibimbap - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We arrived around 1pm, restaurant was empty but a lot of to go/pick up orders. We ordered the pancake & regular pork katsu to share. Our waitress was very attentive to us & described what was what when our food arrived. The pancake was perfectly seasoned not too salty, extremely crispy & not too oily. Rate this 4 stars! Now, the pork katsu.... Perfectly fried & crispy but it is not a thick cut as listed but pounded too thin & very dry not juicy at all. The curry sauce & bowl of broth was overly sweet, the jalapeño sauce saved it. But the side salads, pickled cucumbers & what tasted like mustard greens were fantastic. Rate this 3 stars. read more

My Donkatsu - Pancake w/ spicy mayo & side salad - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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The Food The pork donkatsu here is a masterclass in texture. The meat was incredibly tender and flavorful, while the panko breading stayed light and perfectly crispy until the very last bite. It wasn't greasy at all, which is hard to find! A few other highlights: * The Sides: The shredded cabbage was crisp and the dressing was the perfect palate cleanser. * The Sauce: Their house-made sauce has that perfect balance of savory and sweet that really elevates the pork. * Portion Size: You definitely won't leave hungry--the portions are generous and worth every penny. The Vibe & Service What really sets this place apart, though, is the hospitality. The service was amazing--attentive without being overbearing. The owner is absolutely lovely and makes you feel like a regular the moment you walk through the door. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a great spot for a solo lunch or a casual dinner with friends. read more

The food was delicious!!! Best katsu I've had in La. Their service was amazing as they're always making sure our side dishes were full which was really nice. Very clean and open ambiance. They also have parking which is really convenient. Will come back read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I ordered takeout and the lady was friendly. It took probably around 15 minutes before my order was ready and it was still so good when I had it at home. The cheese pull was good and the katsu was still crispy. It came with soup, sides, salad, and sauce (I really like the green sauce.) read more

My Donkatsu - Cheese Katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Small little resturant for tonkatsu. It was very good and very cheap too! The portion size is large, so definitely good value place to eat at. First time trying cheese katsu, and I enjoyed it. I would recommend this place for the good value and taste. read more

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The katsu was very crispy, they had 4 different katsu choices to choose from. The server was very nice and took out ordered quickly. Food came out really fast as well. They had really popping music playing in the background and had a family friendly vibe. read more

My Donkatsu - Regular Pork Katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We were in the area and decided to try My Donkatsu for some Korean food! It's located in a small plaza with a decent amount of parking. As soon as we walked inside the restaurant we were greeted by a worker. The restaurant is on the smaller side and there were other parties there already but we were able to get seated right away. We got the katsu and spicy pork bulgogi. The katsu was tender and had a nice crunch from the breading. We also got a soup and salad before we got our main dishes. The spicy pork bulgogi was so yummy and had such a great flavor! Will definitely be coming back whenever we're in Ktown again. read more

My Donkatsu - Spicy Pork Bulgogi - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I've been here at least 5 times and every single time it doesn't disappoint, the pork belly, the spicy pork rice, tornado shrimp, dumplings, crab pancakes, cheese katsu, MY GOD! It's a party of flavors, plus the lady owner is super sweet and very kind. The portions of katsu are generous, the food is absolutely delicious, it is one of my favorite spots I enjoy it very much, everyone should know about this place it truly is a hidden gem. The music is not loud so you can have a conversation, chill vibes also the art wall is amazing. read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I was craving katsu while in LA and stumbled upon this mom and pop restaurant. It's very small inside with only 6 tables, so it must be busy during peak hours. We came around 3:45 PM on a Sunday and we had no issue with being seated as there was only one other party at the time. I don't think anyone noticed that we came in, so it took a while before someone came out to take our order. The owner is so sweet, attentive, and kept checking in on us. A cool and unique thing about this restaurant is their wall that you can write or draw on. The parking lot is small with tight spots, but at least it's free parking. I ordered the regular pork katsu which came with a side of rice, salad, miso soup, pickled veggies, and two sauces. The katsu was crispy, juicy, and tender. The breading on top was a nice and crispy topping. Not sure what the green sauce was, but it had a very slight kick of spice. The brown sauce was a typical katsu sauce and was slightly sweet. Both sauces were nice to dip the katsu in to elevate the flavor. The rice portion is smaller than I've had at other places. It was cooked well though and was not mushy. The salad was fresh and had a creamy dressing on it. The soup was warm and wasn't salty, but was a bit oily. I also ordered the pork gyoza which was crispy and had a tasty mayo-like sauce drizzled over it that complimented the gyoza well. The portion was huge and very affordable for the amount they serve. I'd love to come back if I'm in LA again! read more

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This place is insanely tasty. Small, not anywhere for huge parties, seems very mom and pop run! I love that the menu is pretty straight forward, but wow. It is cooked to perfection. We got the cheese and pork katsu and the crab cream appetizer to share- plenty of food for 2 people, as it also comes with rice, salad, soup, and some banchan. Service was great, perfect for a quiet dinner date. read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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This is a casual dining restaurant. Service is friendly. There is a free parking lot but it's small, limited spaces. Chicken katsu was delicious, with tax it was $20. read more

My Donkatsu - Chicken katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I finally found a true Donkatsu master in the heart of LA Koreatown! My Donkatsu is tucked away in the old Gamjagol mall but don't let the location fool you. The service from the owner is incredibly warm and kind while her husband prepares the food with the precision of a true craftsman. I've lived in LA for a long time but I've never had Donkatsu this fresh and delicious. The quality of the frying is on a whole different level compared to Wako or Lasung. read more

My Donkatsu - Pork belly - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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5 stars My Donkatsu is easily one of the best spots for katsu I have had in a while. I ordered the pork belly katsu and it completely exceeded expectations. The pork belly was rich, tender, and juicy on the inside with just the right amount of crisp on the outside. The breading was perfectly golden and light, not greasy at all, which made every bite really satisfying. What I loved most was how well balanced everything felt. The richness of the pork belly paired so well with the crisp coating, and the sides helped cut through it nicely without taking away from the main dish. You can tell a lot of care goes into the preparation and quality of the ingredients. The portion size was generous and filling without feeling overwhelming. It is definitely the kind of comfort meal that still feels elevated. If you are a fan of katsu or just want something indulgent and well executed, this is a spot worth trying. I will definitely be coming back. read more

Since my first time discover My Donkatsu, I have returned here so many times, especially whenever I crave Katsu! This place def has the best Katsu out all of the places I have been! My go-to order here is the Pork Belly Katsu, but I have tried their Pork Cheese Katsu before as well! The pork belly katsu always hit hard! The pork has perfect ratio of meat and fat. The fried-to-perfection golden layer of panko was crispy, but not too oily - making it not super heavy! I love the cucumber and the non-spicy kimchi that are served as complimentary side dish. Service is super nice! The owner was so attentive and kept checking up on us to see if we like the food. The restaurant located in a small plaza in Ktown, but parking wasn't too bad! The inside of the restaurant is super cute with figurines as decoration. You can even draw on the wall using the marker provided on the table! read more

My Donkatsu - Pork Belly Katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We have ordered to-go twice already and it hits the spot everytime. We called in our orders and were ready in 30 mins or so. Service is great, they even cut holes on the the to-go containers to make sure they katsu don't soggy. They even added small bottled waters. Chicken Katsu comes with delicious sides and the meat pieces were cooked so well. The breading is very thin. Unagi Katsu is one of a kind, the Unagi is very fresh and just tasty overall. It's quite far from us but definitely always worth the drive to have a taste of a home cooked comfort meal. read more

My Donkatsu - Chicken Katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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so good! cheese katsu was oozing even though I got take out. I'm sure it would be better to eat right away at the restaurant. the batter here is light yet crispy as it should be. Banchan was simple but tasty and light as well. I'm used to balancing donkatsu from wako with kimchi, but here the katsu flavor profile is more delicate and so the pickled cucumber, greens, and ginger were a perfect complement. The green donkatsu sauce had a slight kick but not spicy and was different to the typical brown donkatsu sauce but added a more citric combination and balance to the katsu. owner lady was nice and suggested I try the pork belly katsu next time. i only wish I could have tried the donkatsu a la carte but they only do plates. next time I'll try the pork belly katsu as well as the classic donkatsu. A+ will be be back read more

My Donkatsu - Cheese katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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We came here for lunch today, and we're really glad we ate here! We ordered the regular pork katsu and unagi katsu; the food tasted sooo good, and the batter is perfectly light and crispy. Our server was super sweet, and overall we had an amazing experience eating here. 10/10 would come back again :) read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Delicious! My friend and I ordered the pork belly and cheese donkatsu and they were both big portions & so fresh and crispy! The owner / chef is so sweet and attentive, she genuinely puts her heart in the food and service. This is such a cute sit down and nice casual! read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This donkatsu place is the whole package. Great service, feels like I'm at my aunties home. Food needs no explanation, it's good and I want more. This place deserves all the love. read more

The taste is soooo good! That crisp that comes straight from Korea!! The service is so house warming!!! She made me feel very welcome! The portion is more than I thought! Definitely will fill you up. I'm saving this place as the top donkatsu spot to eat! read more

My Donkatsu - Pork Katsu! Wish I took a before photo! lol - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Delicious place to get some Korean style tonkatsu with a little twist to it. Came here on day 1 of Anime Expo and it was a bit of a later dinner. Parking is SUPER tight as it's a tiny lot and there's a couple of businesses in that already small plaza. After doing 1 cycle of it, I was able to score some parking wew. We were greeted immediately and there were only at max 2 other tables when we were there. There's pop culture references throughout, someone is a Funko Pop superhero fan at the restaurant and you can also decorate on the wall of the restaurant too with their markers. Love that someone drew obese Usagi on the walls. We got the: 1) Cheese Tonkatsu: -There's a layer of pork around the cheese, so it's not just cheese and straight up breading, which is great. -Super filling and perfect for a cheese pull. Went great with both sauces and the flavor of the cheese is not too sharp. 2) Pork Belly Tonkatsu: -If you're getting tonkatsu, you have to get pork as a standard for all places. -Nice and fatty, rich, but not chewy and gross. Cooked to perfection, very moist and tender. It's as it's described on the menu, "a perfect balance of rich, marbled fat and tender lean meat". Both dishes came with unique spicy green sauce (reminds me of a creamier salsa verde) that I don't usually seen offered at Korean restaurants, so it's a nice "fusion" element to the dish. Both dishes came with some pickled sides and a bit of rice. It's not a lot of rice, but I was fine with it since we're loading ourselves up on the entree. Overall, solid place to get Korean donkatsu! read more

Finally found a hidden gem in Koreatown! The donkatsu here is perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside -- one bite and I knew this place was something special. The breading is light and not too thick, letting the flavor of the meat really shine through. With two sauces to choose from, every bite stayed delicious until the very end. The owner was incredibly kind and warm, which made the whole dining experience even better. Great food AND great service? This place is going to be a regular for me If you're ever in Koreatown, you have to check this place out. Highly recommend! read more

My Donkatsu - Pork belly katsu & cheese katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I'm obsessed! The ahjeema here is so kind and sweet and it just felt like I was dining at one of my friend's houses. My friend and I had dinner at My Donkatsu last night and I'm pretty sure we're going to become regulars at this new KTown Hot Spot!! Koreatown is not known for their amazing parking...But some good news, it's one of the few Koreatown parking lots without an attendant/fee/valet. The rough news is the parking spots (and entire tiny lot) are tight and very minimal. But if you can get one, you're golden - just don't bring your Cybertruck here and make it rough for the rest of us! lol I half kid. :) On our first visit, we had the Cheese Donkatsu which I got because of other Yelpers' reviews! Y'all are awesome! And we also shared the Pork Belly Donkatsu which was juicy and had very good flavor, breading, accompaniments - we loved it all. The cheese was soooooo cheesey and indulgent, I loved it. Presentation was lovely and again, service was beyond amazing ~ 감사합니다^^~ I really think that makes a huge difference in this place being beyond excellent. I love Korean style Donkatsu and I'm so happy this casual new spot has opened! We'll be back and can't wait to try the whole menu~! read more

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My friends & I came to this little mom & pop shop for a katsu fix after work and we immediately knew why they have a well deserved 5 star review on Yelp - the price for the portion is honestly hard to beat, the breading is crisp to perfection, the sauces are so flavorful, and the service is impeccable. The lady (who we're assuming is the owner) was so accommodating and observant to all our needs. She even took it on herself to move cones around in the lot when she realized one of our friends was having trouble finding parking, such a sweet woman! I love that I live close by because I can't wait to take my fiancé to this hidden gem soon. read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

super good katsu! its very filling for the price. the place is pretty small so expect a wait if you come during busy times. we came around 1:30 PM on a sunday and there was only 2 other tables. service was good and our waitress was super friendly. we tried the eel katsu, chicken katsu, and crab cream croquette. the eel katsu was really good if you like eel. the chicken katsu was very juicy and tender inside. the crab cream croquette was on the creamy side. the meal set also comes with soup on the side. i want to come back to try the cheese katsu. i definitely recommend this place to people who like katsu. read more

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Best donkatsu in ktown in my opinion. Way better than wako donkatsu & donkatsu house that has been in ktown forever. read more

tonkatsu is so fresh and delicious! At other places, I usually feel greasy afterward and crave a Coke, but this place is clean, light, and really satisfying. I also tried the crab croquette and highly recommend it. The cucumber pickles that come as a side were so good! On top of that, the owner was incredibly kind and welcoming. Definitely coming back!!! read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I don't say this lightly--this might be one of the best katsu spots I've ever been to. From the moment the plate hit the table, you could tell they take their craft seriously. The breading was perfectly golden and insanely crispy without being greasy, and the pork itself was juicy, tender, and cooked exactly right. You know how some places overdo it and it gets dry? Yeah, not here. Every bite had that perfect crunch-to-meat ratio. The rice was fluffy (which honestly matters more than people think), and the cabbage was fresh and finely shredded--super light and actually balanced out the richness of the katsu. And the sauce?? Slightly sweet, a little tangy, and just the right amount of umami. I could've eaten that with a spoon. Service was quick and friendly, and the place had a clean, cozy vibe that made it easy to just sit back and enjoy the meal. No frills, just really solid food done right. If you're even remotely into katsu, do yourself a favor and come here. This is the kind of spot you end up craving randomly at 10pm. Definitely coming back! read more

This place was PERFECT!! It had a cute atmosphere with signatures of people who ate here in the past, the food was amazing (I got the pork belly katsu and it came with sauces, rice, cucumber, miso soup, etc), and the lady running the place is so sweet! For sure recommend this place, will be coming back!! read more

My Donkatsu - Pork Belly Katsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I think this may become my favorite donkatsu place. Tried their regular pork katsu and pork belly, and both were tender and juicy. Their sauces and sides were good too! It's a small place and parking is not easy during, but all worth trying if you have haven't. Service was great too. The owner greeted and served each table. read more

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It was my first time trying My Donkatsu and it was one of the best donkatsu I had in ktown. I ordered togo over the phone and the donkatsu was still crispy and tender when I ate at home 40mins after! The owner was so friendly and generous! She gave me extra katsu sauces without me asking. The food comes with salad, little pickles, and soup. Everything was just chef's kiss! Definitely coming back here when I'm craving donkatsu! read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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came on a sunday around 6 and we were seated right away!! owner was so friendly and attentive! lots of sauce options (a1, tabasco, tajin) and markers at the table to draw on the walls. super cozy inside with about 5-6 tables. chicken katsu (5/5) - so yummy!! very tender and very good portion. i loved the soup it came with on the side as well pork belly katsu (3/5) - boyfriend got this, he said it was a bit too fatty for him so he'd try the regular pork katsu next time. the variety of sauces and toppings really helped though pork gyoza (4/5) - standard gyoza but still very yummy! had a good sauce drizzled over overall i can't wait to come back, good part of ktown as well so lots of matcha and dessert places to walk to after if you're not too full! read more

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Delicious food and delicious service. Would come back and eat here again. Free parking in the front. read more

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Small restaurant, but full of thoughtful touches! The staff--possibly the owner--was incredibly kind, calm, and welcoming with such a warm smile. The food was delicious; I ordered the cheese donkatsu and it was rich, satisfying, and full of flavor. Definitely a spot worth visiting! read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Hands down the best donkatsu I've ever had--no exaggeration! From the side dishes, soup, and unique jalapeño spicy sauce to the juicy, crunchy donkatsu, everything was perfect. I also tried the udon, which was super flavorful and comforting. The staff is incredibly friendly and sweet. Parking is limited but free, and I think there's more parking across the street. I almost don't want to share this spot--it's THAT good! read more

My Donkatsu - Regular Pork - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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amazing food, fantastic service. The owner lady was extraordinarily kind and was super kind and attentive. The food was just killer, the pork belly katsu surprised me as each bite was bursting with flavors and never overwhelmingly fatty. A must try. read more

My Donkatsu - Korean Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Located inside a low-key, hole in the wall hidden away inside an unassuming plaza, My Donkatsu might just be the best katsu in LA. There's a small FREE parking lot in front of the restaurant and nobody had an issue finding parking. I actually went and made an appointment for a party of 4 thinking that surely, with how highly rated this place is, there would be a line - but when we arrived, it was actually pretty empty! They've only been open for 6 months, but I'm pretty confident that it's only a matter of time before this place goes viral, because everything was amazing. Between the four of us, we ordered a Crab Cream Croquettes, 2 orders of the Unagi Katsu, the Pork Belly Katsu, and the Cheese Katsu. All entrees come with a soup, salad, and rice, which to my understanding can be refilled once free of charge. The rice is on the smaller side portion wise, but we felt that it was the perfect amount with a refill. Unagi Katsu (5/5): I have never had unagi katsu like this good before. I say this having been to Carlos Tempura Jr literally the day before (yes, I'm fully aware katsu and tempura are different and that the type of eel used between the two are different, but in principle they are both fried eel dishes). The unagi just far exceeded my expectations on flavor and texture. Delicate and crisp on the outside, but the inside was just melt in your mouth, rich and flavorful eel. If you love eel, you can't go wrong with this one. Comes with 5 large pieces of eel, and for 17 dollars, the value is incredible (especially if you know how much unagi goes for at the supermarket). Pork Belly Katsu (5/5): I can't say I've ever had pork belly katsu prior to this review either, but it works. Pork belly, unlike well-marbled cuts, does have a clear divide between fat and meat, but the way it's cut ensures each piece comes with a bit of fat so that it's well balanced when eaten. The meat was juicy and the breading, just like the unagi, was impeccable. Portions were EXTREMELY generous. Cheese Katsu: No rating as I didn't try it, but my friend who ordered this said this was decisively better than Jin Cook's Cheese Katsu in both flavor and portion size. He said "the flavor of the pork comes through the cheese" which he liked because often with Cheese Katsu there is too much cheese relative to the pork flavor. Crab Cream Croquettes (4.5/5): A thin, crisp crust breaks away to reveal a savory, custardy crab cream. A great start to the meal. Our only critique here is that we wish there was a stronger crab flavor and/or crab texture, but it was delicious nonetheless! Moving on to the sides and sauces: we all LOVED the pickled vegetables - I don't know what they are aside from that they were the ones that weren't cucumbers. The slight acidity really helped balance the richness of the katsu. The table also liked the green sauce, which we can best describe as kind of like a mild salsa verde - a bit strange to find at a katsu restaurant, but it worked! The katsu sauce was the only divisive thing at the table: it's not as strong flavor-wise as most katsu sauces. For half of us, we really liked how the milder flavor let the flavors of the proteins come through - but the other half wanted "punched in the face", vinegary katsu sauce. Maybe the My Donkatsu could stock a stronger katsu sauce as an additional option to appease both opinions? Closing thoughts: I'm so glad I found this place and it's the first katsu joint in LA to hit that "premium katsu" craving that I've had since I've been in Japan. I was actually in Hawaii a couple weeks ago and was quite sad that their katsu scene blew LA's out of the water, so I'm glad LA is stepping it up! Keep up the great food and service My Donkatsu, we'll be back soon! read more

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