Katsu Bar

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Katsu Bar

Restaurant · Koreatown

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3801 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020

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Crispy katsu sandos, creative fillings, and refreshing specialty drinks  

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3801 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020 Get directions

ilovekatsubar.com
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$10–20 · Menu

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3801 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90020 Get directions

+1 213 352 4060
ilovekatsubar.com
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The 18 Best Restaurants In LA’s Chinatown - Los Angeles - The Infatuation

"This tiny daytime spot from the Sushi Sonagi chef pays homage to Japanese convenience store foods, like grab-and-go onigiri, fried chicken, and, most importantly, excellent sandos that will keep you full until dinner. Made with toasted housemade milk bread, we’ve yet to try a Katsu Sando sandwich that we don’t love, but our favorite is the juicy pork, which requires dabbing our chin with a napkin between bites." - sylvio martins, brant cox, cathy park

https://www.theinfatuation.com/los-angeles/guides/the-best-restaurants-chinatown-la
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The 17 Best Restaurants to Try in LA’s Chinatown | Eater LA

"Daniel Son’s Japanese convenience store-inspired sandwich shop Katsu Sando has been a great Chinatown addition since opening in 2020. The extensive menu goes far beyond the expected egg salad and pork katsu milk-bread sandos. With creative fillings like honey walnut shrimp and mushroom katsu, these are both satisfying and filling." - Mona Holmes

https://la.eater.com/maps/best-restaurants-los-angeles-chinatown
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20 Great Takeout Restaurants and Picnic Spots in Los Angeles | Eater LA

"Katsu Sando draws inspiration from Japanese convenience stores, where pork katsu sandwiches and onigiri rule the roost. Order the comfort food and enjoy it laid out as a picnic near LA Historic State Park, about a mile up the road." - Matthew Kang

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Rachel Bae

Google
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Katsu Bar Koreatown – Quick & Tasty Spot for Sando Lovers! 🥪🍓 I visited Katsu Bar in K-Town for a quick lunch and loved how convenient and delicious it was! Their Rosemary Katsu Sando was perfectly crispy and paired so well with the waffle fries and house sauce. The Shrimp Sando was also packed with fried shrimp and had a great texture. One thing to note—the Spicy Chicken Udon is mala-based, not the typical Korean gochujang flavor, so if you’re not into mala spice, just keep that in mind! My personal favorite was the Strawberry Sando — soft bread, fresh strawberries, and cream — so light and satisfying! Plus sandos were a bit salty for me so also recommend trying their Strawberry Ade or Lemon Ginger Ade for a refreshing drink that pairs perfectly with the savory dishes. The space is clean, the service was friendly, and it’s a great spot for a quick bite, especially during lunch. Plus, parking is relatively easy with valet, metered, and even some free street parking nearby.

Cynthia Vazquez-Gonzalez

Google
We were a group of 3 so we shared our food and the sandos and strawberry milk I tried were so delicious! The curry on the side was great too. You order on your own at the counter and no cash is accepted. It's valet parking only for $5 and it's $6 if you pay through Venmo. I will definitely be returning.

Cordero Roman

Google
No frills, no fancy hullabaloo. Just delicious, reliable, consistent katsu. Get it spicy!! 🌶️ it costs 50 cents more but you can afford that come on! It might be the best in LA…okay yeah go ahead katSUE ME!! I’ve only ever gotten it for takeout but I do know that parking BITES in the area and the attached tiny lot is valet for like $4 or so. Pictures is a large — not a regular size. My wife saw it and said “jeez that thing’s big!” and that’s the first time I’ve heard her say that and that hurt my feelings :(

Michael Harrold

Google
Rosemary Katsu Sando + Waffle Fries / pork katsu, berry katsu sauce, yuzu cabbage, mustard aioli, milk bread, waffle fries - 5⭐! Spicy Tuna Yubu / spicy tuna, rice, marinated tofu wrap - 5⭐! Bulgogi Beef Yubu / bulgogi beef, rice, marinated tofu wrap - 5⭐! Katsu Bar is a Japanese-Korean Fusion fast casual sandwich and noodle franchise and this location is in the heart of Koreatown. Katsu is a type of breaded cutlet made with panko. Katsu Bar absolutely nailed it with their rosemary pork katsu sando. It was one of my favorite sandwiches I have eaten all year and also one of my favorite overall dishes this year. It was that good. The rosemary pork katsu sando had berry katsu sauce, crispy and light panko breaded pork cutlet, yuzu marinated cabbage on the milk bread. It was really, really good. I could eat that sandwich every day for months and not get bored. I ordered the combo plate and the waffle fries were excellent. I probably could have stopped there and been quite satisfied but I also wanted to try out their yubu, which is also known as inari sushi. The basic version of yubu is rice wrapped in marinated bean curd. Katsu Bar upped their version by offering a variety of popular toppings. I tried the bulgogi beef and the spicy tuna. Both were excellent. I was so full after eating here. The restaurant is in a food-centric mini mall on 6th street. It looked like they had valet parking but when I pulled up there was a curb spot so I didn't try their parking lot. It looked easy to park but the valet might charge. Katsu Bar is in the corner and has large windows on three sides. The dining room had a nice, stylish look to it. Everyone working at the counter or in the kitchen were nice and friendly. Overall, a great place for a meal. I would love to come back here or try their other locations so I can see what their noodles are like and to try more katsu sandos!

Willie F.

Google
One of those places where the food is cool but you probably wouldnt go out of your way to come back. The strip mall had a bunch of other interesting looking restaurants I'd love to check out though.

J Cao

Google
I'm a big fan of their portobello mushroom sandwich--fresh, huge, incredibly juicy and flavorful. The best veggie sandwich I've ever had! The Katsu Ramen soup is rich, flavorful, with perfect noodles and spot-on katsu chicken. The curry is creamy and rich, bursting with flavor. The strawberry Sando, has a lot of cream! Super creamy, just the right sweetness for fellow cream lovers and it tastes incredibly fresh. Katsubar mixes Japanese and Korean flavors with a modern twist. They use fancy breadcrumbs with rosemary salt to make tastier, healthier katsu. Hand-breaded and cooked perfectly, crispy outside and juicy inside. I was super satisfied with my meal. Can't believe how good they are still. Service is super sweet, friendly and fast. The decor is very modern, large glass window brought a lot of sunlight in, feels super relaxing dining in. Solid 5 stars, can't wait to come back for their amazing sando again!

Fang Phattha

Google
This place has great strawberry sando. I went around 12pm just the right time when the sandoes are out. The strawberries are very fresh. They also have other katsu dishes like rice plate or katsu sando. The desserts here are great too. I just love every menu here! One thing is that parking is valet and it’s not free (unless you do pick up).

Grace Wong

Google
Delicious! It met my expectations through and through. I tried their egg sando and rosemary Sandos once at a potluck and decided to visit in person. I got the caprese Katsu Sandro with waffle fries. The bread was sweet and milky, the Katsu was fresh and it was just a delicious experience. The waffle fries are also seasoned. Also, The service was great. The server was so kind and welcoming and definitely made us feel comfortable. They brought the food out after we ordered at the computer station up front. It’s a clean place located in Serrano market place - valet parking, $4. If you wanted to you could probably drive around the block and find free street parking by the apartments. Definitely recommend coming here to get a quick and casual lunch!!
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Andrea C.

Yelp
Great valued Katsu Sando! Order up as you walk inside and find a seat to dine. They have amazing waffle fries that goes along with the burger meal. I ordered the Chicken and Pork Katsu, both were tender and juicy. I do recommend giving a try for their mayo sauce. Staff were quick and friendly. Always keeping the place tidy for people who dine in.
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Myning C.

Yelp
It was alright- sando was alright Katsu plate was alright Reg katsu sauce was addl charge of $3.8 comes with a Japanese style curry sauce -
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Rachel B.

Yelp
Katsu Bar Koreatown - Quick & Tasty Spot for Sando Lovers! I visited Katsu Bar in K-Town for a quick lunch and loved how convenient and delicious it was! Their Rosemary Katsu Sando was perfectly crispy and paired so well with the waffle fries and house sauce. The Shrimp Sando was also packed with fried shrimp and had a great texture. One thing to note--the Spicy Chicken Udon is mala-based, not the typical Korean gochujang flavor, so if you're not into mala spice, just keep that in mind! My personal favorite was the Strawberry Sando -- soft bread, fresh strawberries, and cream -- so light and satisfying! Plus sandos were a bit salty for me so also recommend trying their Strawberry Ade or Lemon Ginger Ade for a refreshing drink that pairs perfectly with the savory dishes. The space is clean, the service was friendly, and it's a great spot for a quick bite, especially during lunch. Plus, parking is relatively easy with valet, metered, and even some free street parking nearby.
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Han L.

Yelp
Not enjoyable . The fry on the kats was not great, boring flavors, dry. jatsubakatxbh
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Maddie D.

Yelp
omg this place was pretty goodd! I got the black garlic udon with chicken katsu. the soup was very flavorful and the katsu was very tender and crispy! I devoured
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Sarah S.

Yelp
I've had Katsu Bar a few times since it's been open now and enjoy it. it's close, quick, easy, cheap, and solidly. What more could a girl ask for?! Katsu Bar has a small parking lot which valet will let you park for a few minutes for carry out or you'll need to use the valet to park. xxxx My favorite items I've had from the restaurant: ~the katsu sandos ofc! I like the egg salad. ~along with that, the egg salad yubu is really great. I actually love all of their yubus and find them to be well packed with tasty flavors. Also love the spicy tuna, bulgogi, and cheese buldaks. ~i loveeeeeeee the cauliflower tempura! so lightly battered and they give it just enough air when not dining in to keep the crisp. Love the veggie dish with the accompanying garlic dipping sauce. i'm obsessed! ~still need to try some of their cool sauces like berry katsu~! Katsu Bar is a great option in KTown when I need something fast and reliable!
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James Y.

Yelp
I like the katsu bowls here. I get my haircut down the street and the place i used to go to is closed. They do have curry but I'm not into spicy food so hesitant to try it. The katsu bowl is a little different in that the katsu is separate from the egg. One interesting thing is they put cabbage in the egg mixture. They have a large order your own touch screen. They DO NOT take cash so be aware. It is a pretty bright place and they valet park. I park in street for $2.
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Michael H.

Yelp
Rosemary Katsu Sando + Waffle Fries / pork katsu, berry katsu sauce, yuzu cabbage, mustard aioli, milk bread, waffle fries - 5! Spicy Tuna Yubu / spicy tuna, rice, marinated tofu wrap - 5! Bulgogi Beef Yubu / bulgogi beef, rice, marinated tofu wrap - 5! Katsu Bar is a Japanese-Korean Fusion fast casual sandwich and noodle franchise and this location is in the heart of Koreatown. Katsu is a type of breaded cutlet made with panko. Katsu Bar absolutely nailed it with their rosemary pork katsu sando. It was one of my favorite sandwiches I have eaten all year and also one of my favorite overall dishes this year. It was that good. The rosemary pork katsu sando had berry katsu sauce, crispy and light panko breaded pork cutlet, yuzu marinated cabbage on the milk bread. It was really, really good. I could eat that sandwich every day for months and not get bored. I ordered the combo plate and the waffle fries were excellent. I probably could have stopped there and been quite satisfied but I also wanted to try out their yubu, which is also known as inari sushi. The basic version of yubu is rice wrapped in marinated bean curd. Katsu Bar upped their version by offering a variety of popular toppings. I tried the bulgogi beef and the spicy tuna. Both were excellent. I was so full after eating here. The restaurant is in a food-centric mini mall on 6th street. It looked like they had valet parking but when I pulled up there was a curb spot so I didn't try their parking lot. It looked easy to park but the valet might charge. Katsu Bar is in the corner and has large windows on three sides. The dining room had a nice, stylish look to it. Everyone working at the counter or in the kitchen were nice and friendly. Overall, a great place for a meal. I would love to come back here or try their other locations so I can see what their noodles are like and to try more katsu sandos!
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james c.

Yelp
My wife loved the fried mushrooms. I had a chicken Katsu Sandwich. I did not like the cheese. It was ok. We shared the fried squid. Too chewy.. decent flavor.
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Prisma ..

Yelp
not bad for pricing - quick and efficient spot. you get what you pay for here. the ramen was really good and we added katsu to it. fries are a hit and I thoroughly enjoyed their chicken sandwich.
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Eliza C.

Yelp
Got the strawberry Sando. Could only eat half. They are so big. Felt $11 was a bit pricey.
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Sophia Y.

Yelp
Omg so terrible place i paid $62 : 2 katsu tekbokki and 2 strawberriy sandos and gave them $10 tip but i got this katsu tebokki - This black dots on the photo is not black pepper - it is nasty fried pan residue so i throw away $16tebbokki also I don't know what big nasty gelatin stuff ?? Nobody put gelatin on tebbokki & strawberry sando 's cream almost started fermenting ( taste sour) ?? Horrible place - i used to lived Torrance so katsu bar is originally fr Lomita/ Torrance but both branch are not good - i am half Japanese & half Korean but this is disgraced!! And not worthy of $ 62??
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Mika C.

Yelp
SOOOO YUMMY!!!! Literal katsu heaven. The curry plate is an absolute must and I cannot wait to come back The strawberry milk was a lovely surprise and i am obsessed!! Need to try the strawberry sando next time. Service was great and I love that it's causal and a different take to fast food. Everything felt quality and was delicious!
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Stephanie N.

Yelp
i looove katsus and so i was very excited to come try katsu bar! to give you the laydown, there is a parking lot although I believe they do have valet at times. there is some metered street parking as well. the restaurant is fast casual with plenty of seating inside. place an order at the counter or kiosk and they bring the food to you. they also have a daily $10 special (dine-in only) i got the yubu pockets (spicy cali roll and buldak spicy chicken) and my friend ordered the caprese katsu sandwich. the portions were decent and fair for the price. the sandwich also came with a side of fries. i really want to try the dill egg and strawberry sandos as well as their katsu curry! we'll just have to be back
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Christopher K.

Yelp
Oishi? Was looking for a prescription to overcome FOMO from not going to Japan this year. Did this place do it right? Nearly but not quite! The curry pork cutlet and the chicken rose sando were about a 3.75 star meal. Service was good so its about a 4 star experience. Its fast casual so you won't wait long for your food, which is great. The meat was a bit overcooked and not as juicy as one would hope. The curry sauce was rich and creamy but the star of the show needed to be a well cooked and juicy meat entree which was almost there, but just not quite there with all the hopes and dreams of Toyko on the line.
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Nick K.

Yelp
Great food. Great service. Very clean. Don't skip on the fries and of course the Katsu.
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Kenneth L.

Yelp
Good food, good service. Interior is small but clean and comfortable. You order at the kiosk and your food is brought out to you, and you leave your dishes at the table to be cleaned up. Quick and easy, fast casual food. We ordered the shrimp katsu sando and egg sando. Both were delicious and put together well, so nothing was falling apart after a bite. Shrimp was fresh and nicely fried. It came with waffle fries, and these didn't taste too fresh, like they had been fried before and then reheated in an oven or something--the crunch wasn't quite there. Not a big deal, but noteworthy in comparison to how good everything else was. Tempura cauliflower was the highlight!
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Lisa D.

Yelp
Quick and easy service - you order on a kiosk, find a table, they bring out the food for you, and you leave everything on the table once you're done Cute little restaurant but not too much seating Food was great, large portions, the chicken katsu is perfect as it should be for a katsu shop My favorite item was the cauliflower tempura - super crispy and cooked perfectly I really enjoyed the broth from the udon, I typically enjoy spicy food and it did have a nice kick like I wanted Rose teokbokki was also really good!
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Quay S.

Yelp
It was a good late night fish sandwich but my fries were overdone. I ordered on Uber Eats, picked up in less than 12 mins and was out the door. The sandwich was filling but I was dissatisfied with the fries and recommend you request a fresh batch if ordering at night.
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Amber Y.

Yelp
curry katsu plate () tteokbokki with katsu () strawberry sando () chicken yaki udon yubu pocket set rosemary katsu sando w/ waffle fries if you're in the mood for delicious katsu, you must check out Katsu Bar in Koreatown! they offer a wide variety of katsu options, from curry plates to sandwiches i highly recommend ordering the curry katsu plate! the curry had the perfect amount of spice paired with the crispy and tender katsu the glass noodles added a nice touch to the tteokbokki! the strawberry sando was the perfect way to end the meal. the cream was soft and fluffy and not overly sweet everything was incredibly delicious, and the portions are enormous, so definitely share amongst your group
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Christine C.

Yelp
We often grab drinks at Rny down the mall, and just as often, the Katsu Bar calls to us to grab eats as well. Everything we've eaten here is spot on delicious, both sandwiches and plates. Service is fast and attentive. The parking lot is all valet, but there are plenty of metered spots on the street.
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Gerico S.

Yelp
If you were to walk into katsu heaven, it might look a little something like Katsu Bar This spot specializes in modern Korean & Japanese comfort food, bridging traditional flavors to the American palate. What makes this place so special is, of course, their katsu! Their katsu coating is made from breadcrumbs infused with gourmet rosemary salt. Each bite of their katsu is both crispy, juicy, and paired so well with the curry. Everything we ordered --Shrimp Sticks (crispy battered seasoned ground shrimp with garlic aioli sauce on the side) --Sausage Rice Cake (fried sausage with rice cake in sweet & spicy sauce) --Rosemary Katsu Sando w/ Curry Dip (chicken katsu, berry katsu sauce, yuzu cabbage, whole grain mustard aioli on Japanese milk bread) --Shrimp Curry Plate (curry with shrimp katsu, white rice, side salad, macaroni, Korean radish) --Strawberry Sando (whipped cream with fresh strawberry) --Strawberry Ade --Lemon Ginger Ade
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Janet K.

Yelp
New place in ktown that's inside the Serrano plaza. Parking spot is plenty you can valet or park on street which I suggest just find a parking on the street. Came during lunch time it's pretty empty here. The ordering system is pretty quick and easy. The menu is simple has variety of items with katsu sandwich to katsu plate. Had to try both to see how delicious it is. The portions are decent and the dill egg Sando is amazing!!! It smells buttery and it's so fluffy like clouds! Ha! If you haven't checked this place out I say run here and order the dill sando! So good words can't express how delicious it is!!!!!! I would eat it everyday!
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Sean B.

Yelp
Great little option, new to the neighborhood... inexpensive lunch specials, which is appreciated (as someone whose office is three blocks away). There are lots of great expensive options in Koreatown, fewer great mid-range options, and very very few cheap eats type places, but their lunch specials qualify them. Spotlessly clean fast-food restaurant vibe, and efficient, if not overly doting, service (counter service not table service, only). Worth checking out!
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Lauren D.

Yelp
Amazing katsu items! Almost everything we got was super tasty. The katsu was really crispy and nicely cooked. They have a great range of items on the menu and the prices are very reasonable. The portion sizes are also appropriate for the price we paid. They have additional side items that are available that I'd highly recommend! The workers there were also very friendly and nice. * Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich: 9/10 - so delicious and comes with waffle fries * Korean Gang Jung (Tender Bites): 10/10 - super crunchy and well-cooked * Dill Egg Salad Sando: 2/10 - needs more mayo and egg salad * Black Garlic Ramen with Katsu: 7/10 - pretty good, but nothing special * Crisscut Rosé Tteokbokki: 10/10 - really good and flavorful * Mushroom Tempura: 7/10 - tempura breading was good and item itself is unique * Sausage Rice Cake: 8/10 - really tasty rice cakes The shop was quite small, but actually has a decent amount of tables and seats. They have mobile kiosks to order from and the wait isn't too long. However, the parking might get annoying if it gets busy and they charge for valet on the weekdays. We're super happy with our experience and will definitely be returning! :)
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Candace C.

Yelp
Best sando I've ever had! Can't wait to go back and try the egg sando. Went early evening on a Sunday and there was ample street parking and the strawberry sando was already ready to take out so the no waiting was great! I've been to this center tons of times and glad I now have another spot to enjoy! Can't speak to the inside because I took it to go but looked like seating would be easy!
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Eunice I.

Yelp
Korean McDonald's vibes. There's a nice selection of items - appetizers, sandwiches, plates, bowls, drinks, desserts. You place the order on a kiosk and everything is ready for you. The food was just as advertised - nothing particularly special or different. The ease and convenience of ordering is what makes this place different from other places. The reason for the 4/5 rating is because the crispiness of the waffle fries and the katsu didn't last the drive back home. Will be returning for more the next time I'm looking for a quick katsu fix.
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Jae J.

Yelp
I was craving katsu curry while i was back in LA and Katsu Bar kept popping up. I'm so glad it did because it hit the mark perfectly. Everything was great from the curry to the strawberry sando to the yubu pocket and the strawberry sparkling drink. The curry had a nice kick to it (I went with spicy one day and extra spicy another day -- extra spicy was definitely hot but good). The yubu pocket was something I had never had, but it was great especially dipped in the curry. Delivery was very fast, food was good, and I can't wait to dine in next time I'm back.
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Tiff M.

Yelp
A great quick lunch destination in K-town with a nice variety of noodles, small bites, katsu and fries at an a reasonable price. I went with my friends on a weekday during lunch so there were a few tables full, but there was no wait. It's casual enough inside to have conversations and catch-up with friends. We all really enjoyed the Yubu pockets and nice that they let you choose different toppings. Definitely enjoyed those over the katsu sando. There's a valet service in the parking lot, but on a weekday during lunch time you might be lucky to find street parking! You can order on the computer screens, so it's super easy.

Jen Q.

Yelp
Food was tasty and very fresh! I got the cheese katsu with curry and I would def get this again. Service was great too! The hispanic man behind the counter was very friendly, approachable, and very helpful. :) Super chill environment too. The restaurant was very clean too.
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Federico L.

Yelp
Went on a Thursday night and no wait. Most of the menu items are based on Katsu (obviously), but they do have other options such as ttokpokki, yubu pockets, and udon. I tried their signature sandwich, curry katsu plate, and rose spicy chicken udon. You have the option to choose the protein for your katsu in the sandwich and plate, I went with pork on the sandwich and chicken for the plate, and the type of sauce in the sandwich. I would recommend going for the pork, the chicken was a bit dry. Wasn't too impressed by any of these unfortunately. I liked the bread on the sandwich and the udon noodles. My favorite item was actually their dessert, their strawberry sando. The bread, again, was great, and the cream delicious! Parking: valet $5. Street parking is tough, it's Ktown. They didn't accept cash when I went.. apparently they got robbed recently, so they're only accepting card payments.
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Ariana D.

Yelp
Quick, efficient, delicious! Needed something filling and tasty, and had a craving for chicken katsu, such luck to find this place on yelp! Ordered a chicken katsu plate without salad and radish/garnishes(?). Total came out to about ~$15 which I think is very reasonable. Service was quick - might have helped that it's self-order on the counter. I came in around 4pm on a random Tuesday, so that may have been a factor as well. I thought it was so nice that they brought out the order to my table instead of just calling my name out! Chicken itself was great, crispy & tender. Not sure if I love the sauce but I like it enough. Macaroni salad was also a yes for me. Pretty average noise, some k-pop in the background, but not too loud, kind of just what you'd expect. All in all a great convenient spot. Also, it's located in a mall strip so there is parking but it's valet only. If you luck out, might be cheaper to park on the street!
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Ryan F.

Yelp
TL;DR impressive katsu sando that wasn't too soft/hard to bite into while their yubu pockets were probably more impressive I would recommend this place and come back in a heartbeat. It hits all the right spots, not too oily, and heavy while also having very few people so a great place to enjoy a meal. Came here on a weekend morning and was surprised there was nobody at noon Ktown usually is a little sleepy in the mornings but this allowed a more enjoyable sit-down experience You order through a "kiosk" at the counter and all the items are clearly defined. My friend and I got a set of yubu pockets and the katsu sando combo which turned out to be around $32 post-tax. It was more than enough for two people and what impressed me the most was the yubu pockets which are basically a bean curd skin (think tofu) stuffed with various fillings (spicy tuna, spicy chicken, etc) If the yubu pockets were cheaper, around $10 for a set of 4 I would come back but for around $14 I would probably come a little less regularly given the ease of making it. That isn't to detract from the deliciousness of it just a general opinion on the cost. That said, their katsu sando has to be one of the best outside of Japan I've tried. It's not particularly interesting but the main point was the chicken katsu was crispy enough to have a crunch sound while also being soft and juicy enough to not require more force to bite into compared to the very pillowy milk bread. Additionally, the slaw was not heavy like other places or even Western-style cole slaw which can be overly heavy and weigh down the porous milk bread This place is great, just beware that their service model is more tailored towards takeout since they didn't have staff to bus any of the leftovers from previous customers, and the utensils are all takeout plastics
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Juanwen C.

Yelp
I'm a big fan of their portobello mushroom sandwich--fresh, huge, incredibly juicy and flavorful. The best veggie sandwich I've ever had! The Katsu Ramen soup is rich, flavorful, with perfect noodles and spot-on katsu chicken. The curry is creamy and rich, bursting with flavor. The strawberry Sando, has a lot of cream! Super creamy, just the right sweetness for fellow cream lovers and it tastes incredibly fresh. Katsubar mixes Japanese and Korean flavors with a modern twist. They use fancy breadcrumbs with rosemary salt to make tastier, healthier katsu. Hand-breaded and cooked perfectly, crispy outside and juicy inside. I was super satisfied with my meal. Can't believe how good they are still. Service is super sweet, friendly and fast. The decor is very modern, large glass window brought a lot of sunlight in, feels super relaxing dining in. Solid 5 stars, can't wait to come back for their amazing sando again!
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Amy K.

Yelp
Only place to get Katsu Sando in K-Town. The portions are great and the food is good. I want to try something new so I got the Spicy Chicken Udon, but I do not recommend it. The sauce tastes like a weird mix of ramen powder, curry, and gochujang. The Katsu Sando is honestly mid, but it's the only place to get it in LA.
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Joshua B.

Yelp
Woooooooow~ the katsu is dope. The portion for myself is not that large to be honest, but for what its worth, I would be back once more. The price is around $12 which is pretty standard, but I highly recommend for anyone that wants a good snack. The rosemary katsu sando is what i usually get and i highly highly recommend someone to give it a try!
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Pearl R.

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I love the Sando here! The bread is so soft and flavorful. I personally like the egg one but the katsu is also very delicious. I would definitely come back here if I visit LA again! Parking is $10 so if you are driving find street parking around since it's cheaper!
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Phattharaporn S.

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This place has great strawberry sando. I went around 12pm just the right time when the sandoes are out. The strawberries are very fresh. They also have other katsu dishes like rice plate or katsu sando. The desserts here are great too. I just love every menu here! One thing is that parking is valet and it's not free (unless you do pick up).
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Aditi S.

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When I first saw that the vegetarian katsu option was a portobello mushroom, I heaved a sigh. I'm so used to portobello mushrooms being the sad, rubbery vegetarian conference lunch option that I forgot how good they can be when cooked with the same care as meat dishes. I took a chance and ordered the rosemary katsu sando with the portobello katsu over the egg salad and I'm so glad I did! The katsu burst with flavor: the crispy breading was unreal and the mushroom itself was juicy and tender and melted in my mouth. Even two thirds of the sando was plenty filling (it's definitely not healthy lol). The Japanese curry on the side was good if a bit salty, but I didn't feel like it was necessary or added to the sando. I would love to see a cheaper a la carte sando option! I ordered delivery and the sandwich was packed well and still hot and fresh when it arrived. I'm a believer in portobello mushrooms again!
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Emily L.

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Cheap place that focuses on all kinds of Katsu dishes. Honestly, I only came here for their weekday lunch deal (which is like ten bucks) and it was pretty worth it. Deal was tteokbokki with katsu and while it wasn't mind-blowing it was definitely worth the money. Very big portions and tasty. Only downside is that service is rather weak (since this is an order at the counter spot) and the washrooms were closed when I was there :(
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Eunice N.

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My friend and I were feeling katsu the other day, so we decided to give Katsu Bar a try! We've never heard of it before, but the katsu sandwiches caught our attention to try :) We ordered the Rosemary Katsu sando with waffle fries and the curry udon. I liked the soft bread for the sando, but I do think the katsu could've been cooked a bit more so that it would have that signature katsu crunch. I really liked the waffle fries haha and then the curry udon was not bad. The noodle texture was more bouncy than I was expecting, but it just felt like something simple we could've easily made at home. I think for the price level, it was okay - I don't think there was anything significant to come back for. The parking lot was easy to navigate (and free!). Service was nice and the inside was comfortable to sit in (clean).

Juan R.

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If I could rate this establishment 0 stars I would the first time I ate from here I got the rosemary sandwich via uber eats it wasn't bad, it was seasoned pretty well the patty just didn't have the crisp I was looking for and looked Brown instead of golden crispy. I decided to go yesterday since it's at a walking distance as soon as I stepped in I felt unwelcome the girl at the cashier stood quite just staring at me no smile no greeting when I stepped closer to order she gave off this annoyed face I continued ordering just for her to tell me that they don't accept cash , what kind of a food establishment does not accept cash !!!! Only reason I didnt bring my wallet was cause it's a pretty dangerous neighborhood and I was at a 3min walking distance Overall a pretty mediocre establishment
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Emma C.

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I've been on the lookout for a good Katsu sandwich place and I think this definitely satisfies the craving. It's quick tablet counter service and pretty affordable at ($13) for the meal combo. Everything here tastes fresh and is very quick to make. I got their Signature Pork Katsu Sando w the Berry Katsu Sauce and Waffle Fries. The meat was tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. I really liked the katsu sauce because it was sweet - however. The fries were cooked and seasoned properly. Overall, it's not super innovative but is definitely a very solid pick for Kastsu sandos and a great meal if you want something filling in a hurry.
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Selena L.

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5/5! Got the rosemary katsu sando with waffle fries side, and a cheese beef yubu pocket. Sando bread was soft and fluffy, and katsu was very pleasantly crispy! Super satisfying crunch! Taste was good too. Wish they gave a bit more waffle fries but good enough. Yubu pocket was good as well. Food came out quickly
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Clarissa N.

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The service was self-serve on an iPad and the food came out very fast. I think my favorite was the spicy rice cakes because it was the perfect amount of chewy and spicy. The strawberry sando was good but def very filling and I just wanted to try it once. The calamari was decent, I wish it was more crispy because it felt soggy. The yubu was pretty good too; a lot more rice than the spicy tuna I ordered. There was a decent amount of seating in the store but it can fill it up quickly,
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Estele K.

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Katsu sando and egg sando went crazy. Did not expect a lot but it was really exceptionally tasty. Egg sando was abit too salty for me but the katsu was perfect. Food was prepped fast and the service was very friendly. Ambiance is quick eat to go or dine-in experience. We were hungry around 10pm and they were still open, which was very convenient. I would definitely come back for this chewy yet soft sandos as meals. Their waffle fries were also very crunchy and freshly made. Strongly recommend!

Grant B.

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Chicken is the most fake stuff I've ever had. I had to order sides to eat lunch Parking sucks too. Valet only Pick another place
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Judy C.

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I was bit hesitant about the authenticity at first since it didn't seem like it was run by Asians. But this place turned out to serve BOMB katsu and sando! I got the curry katsu with spicy tuna inari. We also got a strawberry sando. The katsu's crispiness was on point and the curry sauce was also good. The inari is packed with rice and spicy tuna - for the $3.50 I paid, it was so worth it! The strawberry sando was also super good - the cream was very light, strawberry tasted fresh, and the bread was soft/milk bread quality. The ambience is casual and cute! I'd definitely come back for a casual meal and to try out their other menu items.
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Alex M. ..

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Perfect plates and delicious Katsu. I'm not big on Katsu but it's done the best I've ever had over here. The curry was super flavorful and the chicken had an amazing crisp! The pork Katsu sando was so gooey and it melted in my mouth along with the bread. You even get a pick of sauces to have with your sandwich. Definitely want to come back and try other flavors.