Karaage Setsuna

March 2025 We were looking for a good place close to the Seattle Center to get lunch and found this place. The inside is a bit small and dimly lit. They have English pop songs playing in the background. There were 4-6 people booths, 2-4 people tables, and a bar by the front windows with 4 normal height stools. There was only one staff working the front. They were quick to greet us and had us seated. They gave us a QR code on a small stand, to see the menu and also order. I'm not sure if they take orders in person, but this does cut down people costs. Note they do not take cash. The QR codes are specific to the table. We did have to ask for water after placing our order. The staff was apologetic that they hadn't given it to us earlier. I noticed they spent quite some time talking to one of the other tables. The staff was friendly, at least. We were pretty amazed at how big the kaarage was. Kaarage is usually bite sized pieces of meat, but these were more like 2-3 bites sized. There was minimal breading and it wasn't oily either. It was definitely dark meat, moist but not fatty. They also gave us exactly 20 pieces (we ordered the large). The kaarage was very good and we definitely recommend it. The unagi (nigiri) sushi was good, with a generous amount of eel. The aburi charshu was served cold and was dry. Overall, we would definitely come back for the kaarage.

Karaage Setsuna does NOT skimp on the portion sizes! Really awesome selection of Japanese quick bites and despite the larger pieces of chicken, everything was cooked PERFECTLY with a nice selection of sauces. Maybe skip the sushi, but if you're craving some, this is still a solid option. Also, the Setsuna fries?! WOW! Fries won't ever be the same

This place is a local gem, and I had a great experience. I ordered miso soup and fried chicken karaage with rice and macaroni and cheese. The chicken was cooked to perfection and incredibly tender.

Karaage was so tender and juicy. Mac salad has edmame and corn in it which was nice. Got the shichimi flavor.

I really liked this place! We ordered a bunch of shareable appetizers and they were all really good! I liked the chicken karaage and the pickled vegetables we ordered (Kimchee Takuan). Also I really like the variety of dipping sauces they offer. I haven’t been to a place that offers many different sauces. We got the curry ketchup, spicy mayo, and mango mayo. They went really well with the fries and the chicken karaage. Service was good. I didn’t feel like we waited too long for our food. The interior of the restaurant is nice. They use a lot of wood and warm colors so it feels homey and like you’re in a Japanese restaurant. We sat in a booth in the back which fit our group comfortably (and had space to put our bags down).

Great little places serving Japanese staples. Serving sizes were generous and prices were reasonable. The batter they use for the karaage is very light but crunchy.

The chicken was tender and juicy, cooked to perfection. They had a lot of options for the dip, but you have to pay extra. The dips ranges from sweet asian fusions to spicy ones. We ordered the chicken platter and poke salad.

A small little place, friendly staff were joking around with our table The Food was good I definitely recommend the fries appetizer and California roll The bathrooms were nice and clean

This is one of my favorite spots to come for chicken kaarage. I love the preparation - flavorful and nicely fried. They have small, medium and large size orders served Spicy, with Lemon Pepper or I like the Original. On this recent visit, I got the salmon avocado roll and a small original chicken karaage. MB3 got the Curry Rice with Tofu and Veggies. They just recently added additional sushi rolls, so I look forward to coming back to try them. However, if I'm coming here it's for the sole purpose of ordering chicken karaage. Service was great. We ordered using the QR code and miso soup arrived immediately. There service is efficient. I generally go at lunch when parking is easier to find in the Belltown neighborhood and it's not too crowded.

We dropped by Karaage Setsuna for a Saturday lunch, continuing on my quest to find the best Katsu Curry in the city. We arrived a bit after opening to an empty restaurant and were seated immediately. The waitress directed us to a QR code at the table to browse the menu. I found it a little puzzling that the code led to an online ordering system, but we weren't able to pay for the order online. Instead we had to wait for the waitress to bring a check after the meal. One small annoyance - they require online ordering but don't supply wifi in the restaurant. I realize this is probably a non-issue for most people, but it's a bit of a pet peeve of mine. Poutine ($10.95) - The fries are pretty normal, on the skinnier side but hold up well to the cheese and gravy. There's a pile of melted shredded white and yellow cheddar cheese on top, creating lots of cheese stretch. Unfortunately, no curds are included in this dish. The gravy here is not traditional brown gravy, instead it seems to be a ketchup and Worcestershire based one, complete with a certain acidity and sweetness. Honestly, I thought it was a bit overpowering, almost like eating a pasta dish rather than poutine. It doesn't stick to the fries very well either, so most of the gravy pools on the bottom of the dish. I'm not sure why a lot of reviews state that they put curry on the poutine because it doesn't taste like curry at all. Maybe they've changed the recipe since then? Although, to be honest, I'd probably prefer curry being used since I don't think the gravy is very good on fries. (3/5) Medium Kara-age ($13.50) - The menu states 8 pieces, but we got 9, so maybe we were lucky? The karaage served at Setsuna has a very fragrant exterior, filled with the scent and aroma of ginger, garlic, and soy. The breading doesn't cover the entire piece of chicken, but the covered parts are fried to a nice crisp, while the bare parts are tender and not leathery. The interior of the karaage is moist and still a little pink, with a bit of fat and skin attached to give richness and moisture. Although it's fried, it's not too oily. I think the karaage is flavorful and moist enough to eat even without being dipped in sauce. This is a very solid karaage and is a must order. (5/5) Curry Rice w/ Tonkatsu ($23.95) - Since the karaage was excellent, I thought the tonkatsu would be good as well. Not to mention that the menu picture of the tonkatsu looked absolutely divine, showing a perfectly panko breaded piece of pork still exhibiting a trace of pink in the center of the cut. The waitress confirmed that the cut of meat they use is rosu (loin), so I thought the tonkatsu would be fatty and moist. That's unfortunately far from the truth. The meat is completely lean, like the chef trimmed off all of the fat including the side piece that traditionally comes with this cut. This, combined with the fry, results in a katsu that's dried out and tough, making it an unpleasant combination to eat. The breading doesn't help much - it's breaded evenly throughout in a thin layer, giving a delicate crisp to the pork, but for some reason it seems to be quite oil laden, too inundated to allow the pork flavor to shine and instead tasting like grease. I was wondering why it took so long for this to come out (probably 15 minutes after the other two dishes). Perhaps they forgot the tonkatsu in the fryer? The curry itself doesn't taste like boxed curry. They either make the curry from scratch or take a boxed curry and add their own spin on it. In this case, the spin is a bit acidic tasting, maybe even a tad bitter. I'd think it was dark chocolate added in, but the sweetness doesn't reach chocolate-like levels. It also kind of reminded me of ketchup a little bit, but that could just be because of influence from the poutine gravy. The rice they use is a proper short grain. I've been to five katsu curry places in the last month or so, and this is the only one out of the five to use short grain rice. That's a huge plus, as long as it's cooked properly. This one is probably 90% of the way there. Most of the rice is good, allowing each grain to be distinct and lending to a good mouthfeel. The last 10% of the rice clumps together and becomes a bit mushy in the center grains. Not a big deal, but it's just something that stood out to me. I feel like I paid an extra money for a dish that's actively worse than just getting it with the default karaage. Given the poor cook and cut of the pork and how good the karaage is, I'd only get this dish with the karaage in the future. It saves $6 too. Dine in orders come with miso soup. Quite salty, but filled with umami, with a bit of briny fish notes. Simple in execution, with not much else other than a tiny bit of scallion inside. (Overall 3.5/5) As the namesake suggests, the karaage served at Karaage Setsuna is solid and I would come here solely for that dish. Everything else? Questionable. Bathrooms - Two larger ones for each gender

I really liked this place! We ordered a bunch of shareable appetizers and they were all really good! I liked the chicken karaage and the pickled vegetables we ordered (Kimchee Takuan). Also I really like the variety of dipping sauces they offer. I haven't been to a place that offers many different sauces. We got the curry ketchup, spicy mayo, and mango mayo. They went really well with the fries and the chicken karaage. Service was good. I didn't feel like we waited too long for our food. The interior of the restaurant is nice. They use a lot of wood and warm colors so it feels homey and like you're in a Japanese restaurant. We sat in a booth in the back which fit our group comfortably (and had space to put our bags down).

I really liked this karaage spot on Belltown! I went with a friend on a Thursday night and we're seated right away. I like how they have a QR system to order. They have a large menu ranging from ramen to sushi to other Japanese and Hawaiian food. Ended up getting the karaage and it was so good! The chicken was cooked perfectly and seasoned well. I got the sweet chili dipping sauce to go with and loved the combo - I wish dipping sauce was free with karaage since I thought it was a bit petty to charge $0.85 for a small thing of sauce. The mac salad was okay, wish it had more flavor. My friend enjoyed the loco moco. The prices were pretty reasonable, especially for Seattle. I'd recommend coming here if you're in the area!

When your mouth waters after a memory of Door Dashing pops up in your IG archives. Forgot to leave a review way back when and I'll most certainly update once I dine-in. Chicken was perfectly seasoned and crispy crunchy plus juicy on the inside. Will update later!

A nice spot in belltown! Stopped by here to meet up with some friends and grab lunch! The karaage was the perfect texture. Crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside. I opted for the lemon flavored one and it had a nice sublet flavor. Portions were pretty big and service was good. The Mac was standard. My friend got the tendon bowl and enjoyed it! Overall was happy and will be visiting again!

Ordered to-go from here and enjoyed the food. I ordered their chicken karaage plate with the spicy flavor. It tasted good - with a mild spice to it. I also ordered the salmon poke roll and spicy tuna roll. Both of the rolls tasted good and fresh. I enjoyed my meal from here and would eat here again.

The experience was okay overall. We ordered ramen, three sushi rolls, and karaage. The food was decent--not bad, but nothing remarkable either. Service was great, and the staff was attentive. However, the prices were way too high for the quality. I even heard the microwave going in the back, which was a bit disappointing not very fresh. Not horrible, but I wouldn't come back here there are much better options in the area

Came in on a Tuesday right at open... Flew in from the East Coast and was attempting to adjust my body to the time zone by eating. The happy hour menu/deal is spot on in terms of price and options, but I truly just enjoyed the draft beer and karaage. The curry rice and tonkatsu were really great together; the curry sauce is your standard Japanese style curry gravy with a nice bit of spice, but not too overly pungent like some boxed curry rue can be. The tonkatsu was nice and crispy, as well as juicy and flavor full. Excellent pairing.

This restaurant is such a hidden gem. Some of the best Japanese/Hawaiian food in the area. My friend and I arrived on a Thursday evening cold and starving, but were welcomed and seated right away. It wasn't until 7pm ish did the restaurant start to become busier. We ordered: Karage Plate - EXACTLY how karage should be-- hot, crispy, and juicy to the bite. Out of the huge selection of sauces offered, we ordered the spicy mayo (the best) and mango mayo. Their mac salad and rice was just as perfect as the karage. Poutine fries - French fries SMOTHERED in sauce. Heavenly. The best side dish to order along with our karage. The restaurant has a homey feel to it and the most comforting karage-- feels like you're being given a warm hug. The food portion is generous and of great value. Will be coming back for more CHICKEENNN !!!

Came for a V-Day treat! Wandering the streets of Belltown looking for some eats led us to the inviting steps of Karaage Setsuna. We were seated immediately. The ordering system is funny. You scan a QR code and order from your phone! It was easy enough but just felt odd that we still also had someone wait on us. We obvi got the karaage plate. Great chicken, loved the Mac salad. We got one lemon pepper style which I would really recommend for the extra tang. We also got spicy mayo and mango mayo. Spicy mayo feels like a classic but the mango mayo was the big game changer, kinda sweet and also tang! It's all about the tang! Its seems like a real casual neighborhood spot. They were playing pop music the whole time. I would stop in again for another weeknight dinner!

This is a small and busy spot with a good number of tables (good for groups of four or less). The service is decent and they are super fast. Great option to get in and out in under 40 minutes if you're rushing to a show or concert etc downtown. Street parking can get sparse so be prepared to circle. There is a good variety of options on the menu. The karaage and dipping sauces are the stars of the show but we also loved the fries both as poutine and the butter fries. The curry was also good. Overall will definitely be back if in the area.

Came here based on the high reviews and my love for good chicken Karage since I came back from Japan. I have yet to find a place that replicates the chiicken karaage like I had at Lawson's or the dozens of food markets under the department stores. Walked in, was immediately sat down. Restaurant is medium sized. Ordering is done via QR code and payment is cashless. Love that combo. Chicken Karaage Curry with soft boiled egg 3/5: The curry did not have too much flavor to it, and they poured it over the Karaage which did not allow me to taste the Karaage in its original form. The soft boiled egg was not really soft as the yolk was hard. I did manage to taste some bits of Karaage without curry which was really good. This prompted me to order another order of Karaage in its original form. Karaage Small 5/5: The flavor did remind me of Japan. This is probably the closest I've had to Karaage in Japan. Crunchy exterior with the right amount of ginger, garlic and soy while the chicken is very juicy. Highly recommend this. Didn't get a chance to try the Spicy or Lemon Pepper. Next time. Overall, the prices were very reasonable, quick service and nice ambiance. Will definitely be back.

1 star added for good front desk service. Yesterday, 11/23/24, we received a very over cooked order of karaage. Seemed like there was a new person cooking last night.

Solid place get some rolls and karaage. Cute little restaurant that is a hit up if you are looking for crispy chicken karaage which is perfectly fried and the meat inside tender. We also ordered the sashimi salad with Tuna and Salmon. Super yummy. The karaage curry was solid. A little light flavor than I am accustomed to but still good. We ordered the tempura rolls which was well made. The ordering system was via phone and had tons of options and flexibility. Service was exceptional too. Solid place to visit.

Get the 20 piece karaage when you come here, it's worth the value! The plates are only good if you actually want the sides. The various sauces were interesting, bbq was my favorite. Also, the takoyaki is surprisingly good with a crisp shell and no skimping on the octopus. They service was friendly here and it wasn't packed at all when I went at around 4 pm. Not a michelin 5 star interior, but definitely a yelp 5 stars for value.

Located in Belltown, this spot offers karaage chicken, ramen, and sushi rolls! My husband and I have had this spot on our list for awhile! We love trying different spots that have karaage chicken. We came on a Tuesday night around 7pm and were able to get seating. Service was friendly and checked in often. We ordered from the QR code on our phone which made the process pretty easy. Ambiance is pretty casual! Food + white peach soda - super refreshing and loved this so much! + large karaage chicken - their chicken is good but on its own isn't too flavorful. We liked it better with the lemon pepper or the red miso sauce. We also tried it with the shichimi pepper and the spicy and sweet chili sauce. I also would have liked it to be a little more crispy because some pieces had the skin on and it wasn't too crispy. + poke roll - tasty! + setsuna fries - tossed in butter and soy sauce, the fries were ok here. Not as crispy or as fresh tasting. I liked the chicken with rice a lot more. Overall, not a bad experience! We've had better karaage at some ramen shops nearby but the chicken was still good!

I've been planning to check this place out (I used to frequent their old place near Northgate) for a while now and they just brought back ramen right before we went there. The karaage is excellent, and the ramen was very enjoyable and we had some dumplings and tempura too. Very close to a 4.5 star but lost a half star for the not so great bathroom

Stopped in for lunch on a Sunday, not busy. Ordered the tuna poke bowl packed with fresh albacore and bluefin, fresh leafy salad as well as seaweed salad. Rice could have been fresher. Great portion! The green bean goma-ae was cold blanched green beans with sesame, a unique flavor I enjoyed. Partner ordered the kaarage, it was juicy but still fried hard. Restaurant could go for a fresh paint job and a deep clean. Waiters were very attentive. Would definitely return!

Went again today and I'm not able to figure out why but this place don't hit like it use to. Idk if it was cheaper before but it is super expensive so just an fyi. Honestly I feel bad I hyped it up so much. If you got excited because of me and were disappointed, I apologies. Also didn't get the poutine this time and I think that was the move

First time I've been here and it was pretty decent, the karaage was good, definitely worth a try, and the sushi wasn't the most fresh. I really enjoyed the theme and def think I should come back for anything spam related since they have it EVERYWHERE in the restaurant. The servers checked on my a few different times and were quite kind. I did go right when they opened in the evening so they were not too busy!

The place is very close to CityU so convenient to eat during lunch. They close during mid afternoon when it's slow. The karaage plate has a good portion of meat that it was shareable for 2. It came with miso soup but it tasted a bit bland so perhaps it was diluted too much. The karaage on the other hand was okay, the sauces are extra $ though (just fyi). Parking is not so great because it is just street parking so you'll have to be creative to look for them when it's busy. The California roll was good and I am surprised how well it held itself. The sushi rice mixture was very good. Service is also good and very attentive. The place is a mix of Hawaiian and Japanese. Overall I will still come back here for a quick lunch.

My friend recommended this place for their karaage, and I was craving some good karaage so I decided to give it a try with another friend. I thought the food is decent - there's nothing wrong with it but I didn't think it was anything special either. The portion was generous. No offense to Setsuna but I think the karaage at Kizuki is still better.

Really solid karaage & Japanese-Hawaiian restaurant! I ordered the Deluxe curry and the portion was huge! Came with hamburger patty, chicken karaage, tea eggs, curry, and rice. The curry was really well seasoned, the karaage was nice and crispy with just the right amount of breading, and the hamburger meat was juicy and tender. The service here is very fast. Despite being quite busy on a Friday evening, I ordered through the QR code and got the complimentary miso within a minute and the dishes a couple minutes after finishing the soup. I'd definitely come again!

If you love Karaage, you gotta check this spot! Everything is so good here! My favorite is the karaage but their takoyaki and deluxe curry are super tasty as well. The fries are amazing - I love the yakisoba sauce flavored dry spice - I couldn't stop going for more! The restaurant has lots of dipping sauce options. My favorites are the hot habanero and wasabi ranch! Their white peach soda is a great drink option - it's refreshing and goes very well with the food! Overall, food portion is big, price is reasonable, ambience is casual but nice, and service is great!

Karaage comes out piping hot, crispy, and juicy. I like that you can pick and choose your sauces: we got spicy mayo (a must), wasabi ranch (better than regular ranch), and onion yuzu (not great, but like a katsu sauce). Love karaage.

I finally made it to Karaage Setsuna, and I'm kicking myself for not trying it sooner. This is seriously one of the most underrated spots in Seattle, especially if you're looking for Japanese Hawaiian food. My fiance and I went for the curry rice with chicken karaage, so we could try two things at once. It looked unassuming in pictures, but my expectations were quickly blown away. Not only is the chicken crazy juicy, it has incredible flavor from the marinade - specifically sake. The curry and red pickles were also outstanding. It tastes home cooking in the best way possible. We also got a side of macaroni salad, which in my opinion is a great litmus test for Hawaiian food. It was awesome! Ditto for the french fries, which are made using butter and soy sauce. It all gives me a lot of confidence in the rest of the menu, and I'm now trying to figure out when I can make it back here.

Food We ordered ramen (4.5/5), pickled radish and cucumbers (4/5), karaage with mayo/bbq/chili sauce (5/5). The karaage and sauce pairings are amazing! I prefer their mayo sauce. Service Friendly and attentive servers! Ambiance A little loud and casual. Lighting is darker on the inside. In terms of location, it's great and really close to the water! I'd come here again if I had a hankering for some yummy Japanese fried chicken!

Quaint restaurant, almost resembles a mom-and-pop shop. Was able to get a table for two fairly easily on a Sunday afternoon. I think the food was all right, would honestly come back for the fries alone. However, I did enjoy the vibes and the music selection. ..... YAKISOBA FRENCH FRIES: 5/5 perfectly fried and flavored! VEGGIE MOCO: 3/5 the brown gravy sauce looks more savory than it actually was, ironically the most flavorful part of this dish was honestly the mac salad HAKUTO WHITE PEACH SODA: 5/5 fruity and refreshing!

We were seated immediately. Menus were accessed via QR code. Our server brought us water and recommended that we order on one phone so all meals would come out together, then we could pay as we wish afterwards. We all ordered the karaage plate, each with different seasonings. Each plate came with miso soup, rice with furikake seasoning, and macaroni salad. The chicken was so crispy and flavorful and once I took a bite so juicy inside. The rice was good I liked the additional seasonings. The macaroni salad was made with large elbow macaroni, edamame, and corn. I was expecting the typical sweet Hawaiian flavors but was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't too sweet. The restaurant is in downtown Seattle in a corner building. The restaurant is small but has about 10 tables. It seems to have a pretty regular take out business. We were impressed with our meals, great flavors, and unique dipping sauce flavors.

Looking for a place for dinner on our last evening in Seattle and we came across this place (while looking for parking) and the banner advertising Hawaiian Japanese food sounded appealing and my family would enjoy this place. It was relatively empty when we arrived, but filled up quickly. We were seated immediately & service was prompt. We ordered the spicy tuna roll, ginger pork, loco moco & char siu wonton udon. Other than the wonton both dishes included a side of potato mac salad, which gave it the Hawaiian twist and a hard boiled egg. The loco moco reminded me of Japanese Hamburger Steak. A little different from real island loco moco, but nonetheless it was quite tasty. The ginger pork was okay--good ginger flavor & the wonton was pretty tasty. It clean and bright and the decor is Hawaiianish with Japanese flair--very cute. Definitely worth checking out, if you're in the area.

*everyone in your party has to be present to be seated* There was no paper menu. We were told to scan the QR code and order online. I asked for hot tea, and was charged $2 for it. There were 4 of us, so we tried a wide array of food. My favorites are: *Kara-age (4.5/5, $26) - we got the original. It was juicy and flavorful. It's weird to me that it didn't come with any FREE sauce. Each 2oz. sauce is $0.85 sauce. I like the curry ketchup and hot habanero. *Curry Deluxe (4/5, $24.95) - A big long plate that holds fried chicken and hamburger patty with boiled egg and vegetables with Japanese curry sauce. It's a good dish to try a few varieties, and enough to be shared by 2-3 people. Dishes that didn't impress me are fries (soft/soggy), takoyaki (soggy) and the unagi roll (nothing special).

This place is so cute! The staff were super nice as well. The karaage was so perfectly crispy and very well flavored. You can also make it flavored like lemon pepper. They also have a wide array of different dipping sauces. Of course we did the class spicy Mayo! The plate was a decent price for the amount that you get. I would definitely get it again! The sushi is also very fresh!

I had a wonderful karaage plate here on a beautiful fall afternoon. Complete with miso soup, tender, chunky karaage pieces, macaroni salad, and rice with seaweed, this meal can't be beat, all for ~$20. I was immediately seated by a kind waitress and used my phone to order. The service was prompt and efficient, and the food came out in a timely manner. I was pleasantly surprised by not only the quantity of the chicken, but also the delicately delicious balance between the crunchy skin and juicy meat. The macaroni salad was also unique, with edamame and corn toppings. I appreciated that it was not smothered in rich sauce but rather allowed each of the topping flavors to speak for itself. The attention to detail, from the miso soup appetizer to the seaweed bits on the rice, speaks to the awesomeness of this place. Location-wise, it's a short walk and nestled between the Space Needle and Pike's Place, making it a convenient pit stop to fuel your journey. I would recommend this place to anyone in the area in search for a tasty meal!

How is this place so good?! It is very casual (I may do takeout next time) but the wait staff are sweet and the food is amazing! We tried the karaage, curry, and ramen. All were incredible!

This is more of a 4.5 star review with a potential for a 5, but we will have to come back to evaluate :) We came during lunch on a Sunday and it wasn't too busy. The front looks a little deceiving Because you think they are only doing takeout, but you are allowed to dine in. We had a group of 5 people. Ordering is through a QR code. And food came out really fast too. They definitely got the whole process down because there was only one woman working the front. We got the curry rice with chicken karage ($17.95) --this was really good. The portion was generous as it fed two of us. I like the gravy a lot, it wasn't too thick or too salty, just right. It went really well with the rice and chicken. My favorite dish for sure. I was able to taste a few things from my friends as well: Karage plate -- we tried the Karage and it was crunchy, plump and good, but I think we like our curry version better. Takoyaki - standard Fries- these were expensive fries in my opinion and nothing really stood out to justify the price. Overall, our dish was good and we react to come back to try their sushi and other non-karage food dish

Went in for lunch during the week while traveling and had a great quick meal. Service was fast and I never felt rushed despite eating along. The chicken was fresh and perfectly crispy without any hint of being greasy. The service size was great for the price.

Not at all what I hoped for after seeing all the positive reviews. The batter was more like popcorn chicken rather than traditional karaage batter. In addition to the base cost, sauce can be added at an additional charge. Initially, we went without the sauce, but the chicken wasn't flavorful enough to enjoy on it's own, so we ended up getting one of their sauces to dip the chicken into for about a dollar more. I can see why others may enjoy this type of fried chicken, but since it was called karaage, I was expecting something different. It wasn't bad, but it was not amazing either. I would not return.

Had been to this spot a few years back when they only had like less than 3 tables. Now I'm glad they're doing so well that it necessitated more space - good for them! I get the always crispy, delicious fresh karaage every time - and it comes with miso soup as an included app! You get so much protein here and you want to eat it all because of this chickens satisfying bite. The mac salad and rice are great sides but I can honestly eat the chicken alone some days. Don't forget to squeeze the lemon and get a sauce for dipping to tie together the whole dish. Apart from awesome food, the service is quick and efficient. We will definitely be back!

I was drawn in by the karaage but didn't realize they did Japanese/Hawaiian fusion food. Didn't get to try too much of the Hawaiian dishes this time, but they looked good! I got the karaage plate and split a California roll. The karaage was tender and juicy, and there was a ton of it so I wasn't able to finish it all! It came with a side of rice and choice of Mac salad or greens salad. I got the greens salad and I was pretty good to balance out the meal. The California roll was very tasty too! Overall had a good experience here. The food wasn't anything mind blowing, but it was tasty. Next time I'll probably split the karaage plate and order one of the Hawaiian dishes to try!

The chicken was tender and juicy, cooked to perfection. They had a lot of options for the dip, but you have to pay extra. The dips ranges from sweet asian fusions to spicy ones. We ordered the chicken platter and poke salad.

I have only ever come here for the karaage and that's enough for me. Understandably if you are reading this review you are asking yourself why should you eat here. Well let me explain about karaage or Japanese fried chicken. There are many different types of fried chicken that I have had. Southern breaded styled, Korean chicken wings, and even some Chinese styled chicken. Some American friend chicken include nuggets and chicken tenders. Why do I bring this up? When karaage is nothing like any of those~ It is soft juice tender pieces of chicken wrapped in a delicate fried shell that gives you the slightest of crunch and then a mouth full of flavor and chicken juices. This place delivers on that to the point. My friend and I on a hungry day can do a large (20) pieces each. IF I were to make one complaint would be some more different stronger sauces. That being said there is already plenty of sauces you can use here. On a side note, I have tried both the fries and the salad and the seasoning they use for the fries makes it a unique experience and the salad I would give a solid ok.

I'd never had Kara-age before, but I'm glad I tried it at Kara-age Setsuna. I can't wait to take my fried-chicken-loving friends here! Between great food and quick service, I enjoyed both the spicy shichimi kara-age and the tuna poke salad, washing everything down with iced plum wine. The kara-age was flavorful and crispy without being greasy or heavy and I appreciated the curry ketchup for additional spice. The tuna poke salad was fresh and tasty, with a light dressing that highlighted the natural flavors of the fish and greens. Overall, a great option for a quick meal, check it out!

After watching our friend perform with his band nearby, we wanted to stop by for dinner somewhere in the area. Karaage Setsuna was near and sounded yummy. We came around 8pm, so we took mental note to finish before they closed at 9pm. We ordered the medium fries with setsuna flavoring and the medium kaarage. For an extra 85 cents each, you could buy sauces, which we got the spicy sweet chili and red sauce. In total, we paid around $27. The fries had a good crisp that made them addicting. The flavor was a nice balance of sweet and savory. The sauces we got went really well with the fries too. The kaarage also had a nice crisp on the outside, and the chicken was juicy on the inside. Although, it was a bit plain by itself. I recommend squeezing the lemon and buying a sauce to add more flavor. I wish that the kaarage came with one complimentary sauce to encourage eating kaarage with the sauces. All in all, I had a good experience here and would be happy to come back!

Came here during a family trip to Seattle and this is by far one of the best kaarage spots I've tried in the states ever. The family portions were so big - we couldn't finish it but it was great because we had leftovers for those midnight munchies. Service was quick and the spot gave old family Japan restaurant vibes.

A great spot for your Japanese Hawaiian cravings. Hawaiian inspired cuisine isn't common in FL so when I saw Karaage Setsuna, I had to stop in for a bite to eat. This small restaurant had indoor dining available and an easy ordering set up in the front in case you wanted to take your food to-go. I was seated quickly and was told to order directly through the QR code at my table. The system is super easy to navigate and has photos of all their dishes (which I love!) I ordered a white peach soda and the Kara-age Plate that came with fried chicken karaage served with furikake rice, mac salad and came with a miso soup. I also ordered a side of mango mayo, which cost an extra $0.75. The food came out in record time even if they had a bit of a lunch rush. The servers all made sure to check up on me & that I always had a full glass of water. The karaage dish was delicious and was portioned just right with no leftovers to take home, which I preferred since I wasn't going back to my hotel until late at night. I've never had a mango mayo before but it was a great dipping sauce for the karaage to add a little sweetness to the salt. I'm not a soda gal but the white peach soda might just be my go-to if I ever see it on a menu. It was light, refreshing and the right amount of carbonated. This spot has no frills and delivers exactly what you expect plus friendly service!

The sushi was forgettable, but the Karaage was a star! For sushi, I ordered an Unagi (eel) and Lucky Tuna roll. Unagi roll was middle-of-the-pack, pretty much on par with a half-decent grocery store. The only difference is they are more conservative with the (usually quite sweet) eel sauce. Lucky Tuna roll was also lackluster, but, I did like the use of pickled jalapenos. It added some pleasant heat without an onslaught of heat for those more sensitive to such things. Then came the divine karaage! They cooked the chicken to absolute perfection! When I tell you I don't remember the last time I had chicken this moist and tender, I don't exaggerate! The breading was crisp and light as can be. The Red Sauce was as paradisiac as the chicken! It had remarkable savoriness, and a perfect level of heat. Dare I say, for my memory isn't what it used to be it also had a perfect touch of sweetness. Finally, the location is small, and the service was very kind and very sweet. If you want to try something different, or love chicken, do not miss it, or the spicy red (miso) sauce.

I really enjoyed dinner here. Tried a bunch of things. The chicken karaage didn't have a lot of flavor in and of itself, but the texture was great Also tried fries, kim chi, shrimp, a couple rolls. Curry ketchup, mango bbq, and onion ponzu sauces were great. Each sauce was $.85 extra. I'd definitely go back.

Been here a couple more times since my first review and I've found what I like more. I really like the wasabi ranch sauce with the Karaage and I tend to get the Karaage plate which includes some soup and sides. I also get salad instead of the Mac since I like their dressing. Everything else has been good, I tend to go when they open for lunch and earlier for dinner so never had to wait.