Great hole in the wall spot just a quick walking distance from The Camp in Costa Mesa. they also have a little parking area right in front of the restaurant. This place only has a handful of tables, it's cozy and homey, & I can imagine this place gets packed during dinner or lunch rush, but I've never had to wait for a table (lucky timing, knock on wood lol). The service is excellent and the food is prepared so quick, it felt like we waited 10min at most before our order was ready. You can't go wrong with Japanese curry; their recipe is slightly on the sweeter side, and there's a mild and spicy option. They also have seasonings on the table if you want to add more spice. I personally left mine as is; the omelet was cooked perfectly and the katsu was crunchy but still juicy on the inside! and this place has extremely generous portions. I didn't even finish half of my plate and took the rest to-go. Don't sleep on this spot if you're in the area! read more

Honestly blew my expectations! The place is pretty small so it can fill up quick. The curry was on the sweeter side which caught me by surprise, but it worked and I actually really liked it! Curry tends to taste very similar everywhere I go so was pleasantly surprised at the sweetness to this one. I didn't realize my group came 30 minutes before closing, but they didn't rush us and I even saw two more parties come in, with one showing up ten minutes before closing and I never felt like the workers were trying to get us out of there asap. While I prefer to avoid places thirty minutes before closing, I really appreciated how patient they were! I added one Shrimp katsu and potato croquette to my order but those can be skipped. Super bland but I guess that's the point, to eat it with the curry. The chicken katsu was tasty though! There was some confusion on spice levels, I asked what spice levels there were as I want the spiciest and the waitress said only mild but then when she read my order back to me, she said I got spicy. However, it didn't taste very spicy. Furikake fries were tasty but seemed like a very small portion for sharing purposes between four people. Don't think it's a spot worth waiting more than half an hour for considering the plethora of curry spots in the area, but can definitely see myself returning to grab a quick lunch! read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Very good Katsu Curry. Have been here multiple times and have enjoyed the food every time i've came. I typically get the Katsu chicken and curry with egg and added cheese. It hits the spot every time. The place is a little small, I don't know how they get during busy hours but every-time i've went I was able to get a table and served really quickly. Love the vibe in there and service is also really good here. read more

I was really impressed with the price and portion of the Japanese curry here. I got a large chicken katsu egg curry and it came out quickly and the portions were large for the price. It's also nice that they have the spicy curry powder at the table so you can add as much as you'd like. When my plate came out the server notified me that my chicken cutlet piece was a bit on the smaller side so they're going to fry me additional chicken. That was nice of them on their part and I appreciated the customer service. This is a great little spot if you're in the mood for Japanese curry. Plus the parking here isn't bad too which makes it convenient lunch spot for the area. read more

Delicious Japanese style curry! First time enjoying it. Ben said it did remind him of curry he had in Tokyo while living there. Nice cozy spot , great service. read more

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First time visitor Located in a small business park / open and potential limited parking pending time of day Indoor dining only / one main room maybe 15 to 20 people pending party size. Different art on the wall to feel like being in Japan? Even I think a transportation map and photo of the city center One server for the main room who was helpful and kind in answering questions, taking orders, and serving Take out also an option Appears to have both omelet udon and rice options along with sides Loud environment it can be but definetly a easy spot to chatter or just keep to self. Family friendly, large portions shareable, date night, group outing like 2-3 maybe 4 pending how many tables are available Toast rewards available at this location Matcha latte $5 not overpowering smooth and nice floral end taste Curry comes in regular or large, regular spicy (mild essentially) or non spicy and there is also 2 types of powders (chili and essence) available too The Katsu (pork and chicken) was freshly fried, crunch, not too thick of a crust, juicy, and upheld when dipped in the curry. Curry was not overly spicy, had a nice tough of heat that potentially increased with the power Vegetables were not just boiled and thrown in but very tender and picked up flavor of the curry Did not seem overly salty Very tasty would certainly return to try other dishes. Even with eating the entire plate did not feel overly stuffed read more

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I love getting pork katsu curry from Tokyo Katsu Curry whenever I'm in the area. They are less generic and commercialized unlike Coco Ichibanya or Kagura. Parking is free right outside the shop. Service is efficient. You can get your order as to-go or for dine-in. I just wish they'd stop using styrofoam containers for takeaways. The inside of the restaurant is snug. Kinda gives you the literal Tokyo shokudo feel in a shitamachi-setting. #iykyk The food itself is pretty consistent in quality. The katsu is very thick and juicy. I used to prefer the ones from Kagura down the street but this spot is just as good. Their pricing is comparable. Just less fancy feeling if you are dining in. One item I really really really wish they offered is katsudon. But I understand it's a curry place!! read more

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Curry is so yums! It definitely on the sweeter side but I think it balanced well with the spice and "curry essence" powder they provide you. The price for the portion was really good and the chicken/pork was crispy and juicy. I didn't have any complaints! The restaurant was pretty empty when we went in on a Friday night so it was a good place to yap haha. I would definitely come again to satisfy my curry cravings :p Ratings Pork katsu curry: 4.8/5 Chicken katsu curry: 5/5 read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Chicken Katsu Curry, Pork Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Cozy restaurant that serves warm katsu curry that giving you the home-made atmosphere. Came on a weekend afternoon and there was no wait. They had comfy booth seating and our waitress was very attentive. Parking: Located in a medium sized plaza. Parking was easy to find inside the plaza & there is reserved restaurant parking in the front of the store For the meal Combo #5 Chicken Katsu with mixed vegetables The katsu was crispy. I ordered a Spicy Curry, the spice level was comparable to a mild level of heat. The curry itself had a deep umami flavor and not a typical chunky thick curry. But a thinner consistency. This made the dish comparable feel "homemade", and easy to clear the entire plate. Veggies were nothing entirely too special. Toppings included green beans, white potato, sliced carrots, and some wedges of onion. I'd probably ordered the omelette with it or cheese instead next time. Chicken Katsu Large sized portion The large sized portion was plus for me. Katsu again was cooked well. If you want additional spice there is a spicy powder at the table. The portion for me was well worth it as most curry spots around the area only offer one size or the option to increase rice/add additional meat for lots more $$$! This was a great value. Also if you're a big pickled radish fan, you can find it already placed for you on the plate! Overall great experience, I would visit again! read more

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To me this place was just OK. The gyoza was ok but not as good as a lot of places. The karaage wasn't crispy enough probably because the chicken was way undercooked as in raw at the center. The pork katsu and curry were average. I didn't dislike the food but I can't say it excited me or made me look forward to returning. It's a small place with only about 20 seats. The place was pretty full right after opening and the one waitress kept up with things fine. read more

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We came right when it opened, so there was no wait. This is a small restaurant with limited seating; very true of restaurants in Japan. Because of this, I like the vibe! Our server was prompt and friendly. The Chicken Katsu Curry was delicious. The katsu breading was light not thick like others. It was also a generous portion. My husband liked his Sukiyaki Beef Curry. The curry in both our dishes were flavorful. I love matcha so I had to try theirs. It didnt disappoint. We will definitely come back to try the other dishes. read more

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Although the shop is quaint, it's a lovely hideaway spot. Full of flavorful dishes. Associates help with dietary issues (I'm spice intolerant). Any additional concerns, the team was really helpful when I was undecided on which to select. read more

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Its Mediocre Mon again I got a take out order bc The Huddle bar a few doors down does not serve food. I ordered the omelet pork tonkatsu curry and two katsu shrimp. The entree was a good size portion. The pork was tender and the batter was nice on the outside. Secondarily, the omelet was good sized and seasoned nicely. Lastly, the side order of shrimp was GBD, and reasonably priced. However, the major fail w/ the food is that I was given a thimble sized container of sauce, and it wasn't full. While I was waiting, I read that this place touts its sauce on the menu and wall. I was expecting the sauce to be on the omelet, or to have a decent sized container. I couldn't taste the quality of the sauce w/ such a ridiculously small portion! Regarding the ambiance, this place is tiny and narrow. There are only 4 tables that were mostly full. I was the only one sitting at the chairs against the wall and it felt packed. The guy at the front was nice, and the food came out quickly. Nonetheless, another major fail is that I was not given utensils or napkins! Luckily my friends had some in their car. The only reasons that this is not a Two Star 2uesday is that the food was good, the portions were large and the food came out quickly. I doubt I would return tho bc of the major fails. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Omelet Pork Curry (regular $18.95) and two shrimp ($1.90/each) Thimble sized sauce container and no utensils for take out - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Cozy spot for Japanese curry. Not too many tables so it can get pretty crowded. Service was fairly quick even though there was only one server. Got the omelette with chicken katsu and added in potato croquette. The chicken katsu was good, it was crispy, not overly oily, and the chicken was still tender. The potato croquette was okay, nothing special. The curry sauce was good but sweeter than other curry I've had. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Omelet Chicken Katsu Curry with potato croquette - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

It's a small interior that gives off the vibe of those cozy Japanese spots where people come in, eat, and head out. The service is good and somewhat quick. I got the chicken cutlet omelette curry and the pork cutlet omelette curry both were really good. Honestly, I think it's even better than Coco Ichibanya in my opinion. The portions are big and delicious! read more

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The curry here is delicious! The flavor is a nice balance without being too overwhelming. The protein portions are great too! We got the chicken katsu, pork katsu and the chicken karaage udon. The udon came with a hefty portion of karaage so it definitely felt like you get your money's worth. Service was a little disappointing as they were quite slow. There was only one person working the tables, taking orders and cleaning up. So we had to wait quite some time to even input our order, and then waited a while more for the food to finally come out. Ambiance was nice, small intimate setting but it also means not too many seats. Be prepared to wait if you're coming at a busy time! read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Top: pork katsu. Right: chicken katsu. Bottom: chicken karaage udon - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Delicious curry rice. Super tasty and authentic. Service is always excellent. Place is small so tables of 2 are best; wouldn't try to come here with a group of 7. Parking is decent...can be more difficult during prime times. read more

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Tokyo Katsu Curry has one of the best chicken katsu dishes that I've ever tasted! I ordered the regular size, and it's a pretty big portion size for me. It was too good to leave anything left over. The rice to chicken ratio was perfect! The service was good and pretty quick. Although it was a little confusing finding a seat since the cashier is by the kitchen. I wasn't sure if we were supposed to seat ourselves or wait to be seated. The restaurant is small, but there's plenty of seating options for couples or small groups. I'm looking forward to my next visit. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Chicken Katsu - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Tokyo Katsu Curry is a little homey joint. I like the omelet katsu curry. Decent food and friendly service. read more

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Came on a rainy busy Friday night and Ordered the spicy chicken katsu curry. The waiter reassured me that the spicy is actually not that spicy at all and that is very true. Even the spicy was on the sweet side. Sweet Japanese curry is not my favorite style, but I will say their blend of sweet with a hint of spice is better than most restaurants I have tried and I did enjoy it. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Chicken Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I ordered for pickup on a Saturday night. It's in the same plaza as The Huddle and I guess it was a busy night at the bar and I ended up parking at the vape shop on the other side of the plaza. Service was not very good. The staff gave me my order in a plastic bag with 3 boxes but they weren't neatly packed; the boxes were jumbled together and the 2 smaller containers were on its sides. One was the extra rice which they don't give a lot of. It was about a scoop and barely filled half the box. I usually order extra rice because other places provide quite a bit of curry. The curry container was also barely half filled. The flavor was unique and didn't taste like the traditional Japanese curry. It seemed a bit sweet and adding the powdered spice helped quite a bit to improve the taste. The pork cutlet was well cooked and crunchy but the chicken karage was not; it was kind of moist and greasy at the bottom. The best part of the dish would have to be the omelette with the rice. The potato croquette was a bit bland by itself but went well with the curry rice. I'm not sure I would order here again but it could just be a bad experience thru takeout, but might be a better experience dining in. read more

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Great food but not the best place to eat in. As noted by previous reviews, there are low wait times even on weekends but once the interior of the restaurant becomes filled with customers, the vibe changes and becomes a bit too cramped for my liking. Tables are quite close together and you can hear everyone else in the vicinity. Service is no frills and leans more towards the typical Asian style. I ordered the omelet pork katsu curry. The pork katsu was tender but also crisp on the outside, and the egg was plentiful. As a spice lover, I wish the curry was not so mild, but it was satisfying. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry is a solid spot for Japanese curry. It's just good comfort food done right. We tried the curry udon (not spicy) and the curry was noticeably sweeter than the rice version. Katsu curry was crispy and well-portioned. The meat quality was excellent. Sausage curry was also good, at least it won my 6 year old over. Nothing over the top, but satisfying. Just a note. Spice level is super mild. Even the "spicy" option barely registers heat. There is powder on the table to add heat and I like that I can season up to my preference. The vibe is chill and relaxed. Small interior, so probably not ideal for big groups. But plenty of parking, which is a win, especially compared to The Camp next door. The food is quick and the service is prompt. I appreciate how friendly the staff are. I guess you can say there is a limited menu, but what they do, they do well. I definitely think it's worth checking out if you're in the mood for katsu curry or a quick lunch. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Omelet Sausage Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Cozy little hole in the wall that seats about 20 people. Simple menu. Katsu with curry over rice, with egg omelet, or a la carte options. You can also add extra topping. They also have shrimp, gyoza, sukiyaki beef, hard boiled eggs, etc. Food came out fairly fast. Decent portion. I ordered the basic pork katsu curry over rice. Flavorful and filling. Service was good and efficient. read more

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Absolutely terrible, and it is all due to service! My boyfriend and I saw this little cute curry place and thought let's grab takeout so it'll be quick and we will give this small little hole in the wall spot a chance... Saturday night, 7pm... About 3 tables filled. What's the harm right? Well.... 45 minutes later we are sitting there waiting on our order. It was just 2 chicken curries. Nothing special, nothing out of the ordinary... We ask the employee if it's coming out soon... He said 15 minutes, they are a bit backed up. After already invested so much time and paid we said ok, fine. 20 minutes later we ask and he says they are working on it now. Excuse my language but WTF!! First off, if in the beginning he knew they were backed up, he should have told us..just a heads up there is a bit of a wait. Then I would've respected this place a lot more! Overall waited an hour+ for some curry... Absolutely not worth the time. Sorry and I will not return read more

So glad that I discovered this place! I swear this time was somehow better than the last time. And the last time was great! Absolutely delicious curry. I ordered ahead and it was ready when I got there. Super fast process. My only wish is that they'd open one closer to me in HB, lol, but it's worth the drive. read more

Food was really delicious! We had the pork katsu curry, the Combo #1, the chicken katsu curry, and pork katsu udon. Everyone loved it! I took off one star fir the odor of the restaurant, though. read more

IMO, probably the best curry sauce and it's because they make their own. Vegetables, fruits, spices and simmered for 24 hrs. Also, theres a variety of ways to enjoy the meal. Typical chicken/ pork katsu (tender), sukiyaki beef (my favorite) dumplings, shrimp tempura (lightly crispy and tasted like shrimp not oily) potato croquettes (lightly crispy soft inside) etc. what really got my wife was the omelette rice. It really is a nice option. If you enjoy curry and a variety of options, TKC has you covered. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night & there was no wait at all which is perfect, because the inside of the restaurant was pretty small with limited seating. I ordered the chicken Katsu curry udon & it was amazing! The Katsu was very crispy and the chicken wasn't dry at all. I also love the flavor of the curry. I will definitely be coming back here to get my curry fix! read more

This place is an old school Japanese restaurant. You know the kind with limited space and tables, the tables are clean, yet sticky. We sat at the table in the corner closest to the kitchen. Something smelled really bad in that area. It was really fowl. The food, was decent. I got the chicken katsu with the mild curry. I like my curry to be just a little bit thicker, this was a bit watered down in my opinion. We also got some sort of fries and the gyoza. The gyoza was cooked in a deep fryer, kinda like the kind you find at your local Japanese fast food place that sells "Beef Bowls". It was that quality, I would guess they're frozen. The parking situation is somewhat limited. Not really my groove, and there are more modern places with the same quality food. Just a lot of things you'll have to overlook for average katsu. read more

We've come to this place when they first opened a few years ago and came here pretty much every week for a long time. The curry was superb compared to any other 'Japanese curry' places. Then the ownership changed and the food is not the same anymore. The curry clearly tastes different now due to the change of recipe, and recently it even tasted as if it was watered down. The portion of the protein (chicken katsu) is almost the half of what it used to be. What a joke! While I am aware that it is a common practice for Japanese restaurant businesses to build the hype first with quality then sell it, this is unfortunate that the top quality we were used to disappeared. To be clear, their food is still decent and better than other run of the mill Japanese curry, but we no longer have the excitement we used to have. What a letdown. read more

Excellent Japanese curry place. The food is amazing and hits the spot. This is a more comfort food flavoring and ingredient type of curry, but it's amazing. The staff is super friendly and attentive and the environment is very cozy. read more

The curry is awesome! But portion size on delivery orders look half of what dine-in dishes look like. My husband & son were still hungry after finishing their chicken katsu. Overpriced for the small amount of food in our entrees. read more

I was looking for a place to eat in the area and saw Tokyo Katsu Curry at the corner of my eye. I came here with one other person for lunch on a weekend. There was one other party there but it wasn't busy at all. The restaurant itself is pretty small and very casual. The staff there are really nice and helpful. I shared the pork katsu curry plate with one other person. It came with curry, the perfectly fried pork katsu on top of a bed of rice. It was delicious. The katsu was perfectly fried and seasoned right. The rice and curry were also so good. The curry went with the katsu well. And I am glad we shared because a plate is pretty big. We only paid about $23 for both of us. Besides the different types of katsu plates, they also had ramen and udon. I do want to come back and try their other dishes. I definitely recommend if you are craving something affordable and love katsu or curry. read more

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Hidden gem alert! Not only it tastes authentic, they are really good and I can't wait to come back. The pork Katsu is juicy and curry is not too overpowering. I ordered the nonspicy one , but it doesn't give me a bland flavor like other places I've been too. The place is small and intimate, reminds me of most restaurants in Japan. The staff are nice and fast as well. Highly recommend to try this hidden gem! read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Omelette Pork Katsu Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Cute little hole-in-the-wall. Open seating, but limited space. It is a card only restaurant. Staff were attentive and offered quick service. Food was yummy, they have two options for curry: regular and spicy. Good portion sizes, large portions you get more curry and rice. One of my favorite Katsu spots in Orange County. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Chicken Katsu, Shrimp Katsu, Potato Croquette Curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

What a hidden gem! I loved my pork curry plate with mixed veggies. I got the regular size and it was more than enough. The spicy is not that spicy at all and just has seasoning kicks. The fries were yummy! I loved how slim they were and we devoured it. What threw me off was the chicken karaage. It was more like a spicy chicken nugget and didn't really have a crust like other pictures :( Service and timing was great! Very small restaurant with maybe 4-6 tables and a bar. A ton of people do takeout. read more

Very quaint and authentic feel japanese restaurant specializing in katsu curry dishes! The interior is on the smaller side, so parties no larger than four are ideal for this restaurant. You will find on their menu that they have many different options to choose from. Service was friendly and quick. Their portions are massive. My partner and I got a large chicken katsu plate to share and they definitely don't skimp out, especially on the curry. My friend got the regular size and even then he was getting very full, as the plates are quite big. Chicken Katsu Curry (4/5): This is a very solid place to get katsu curry. The curry is on the sweeter side with a more liquidy texture than thick. I found that the curry could've had a bit more flavor in depth to it, but it was still very good! There was quite a bit of oil that you could see at the top and around the rim of the curry-- it's already not the healthiest dish but I do think the separation of all the oil suggested there was too much grease in the curry itself. Chicken katsu was also made well and I liked the texture of the breading, though I think it could've been a bit more moist and seasoned too. Overall, this is a very solid place to go for a katsu craving and I would definitely recommend coming here if you're looking for an authentic and hearty meal. read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - Chicken Katsu - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Better quality rice. I was expecting Japanese rice and we got low quality long grain rice-curry sauce definitely not what I expected So disappointed read more

Very casual, cozy feel. Menu is very focused on curry, didn't fully look before. Service was polite, friendly, attentive. If you want simple solid curry, a solid choice. I think I might still prefer the Mitsuwa food court's one but that one trades no egg part for a salad and the curry does taste slightly different. This is a specialty shop and I was interested and my expectations fluctuated before I ate but it is a decent option! The meat portion on the katsu was very large!! So that is a better option in some ways! read more

Tokyo Katsu Curry - beef + omelet curry - Japanese Curry Near Me - Costa Mesa, California