Katsuya STL

This is definitely a quick service type of restaurant. The food comes out fast, hot and pretty dang good. The quality of the chicken surprised me. It was white meat and cooked perfectly. The portion of chicken was also nice. I could not finish my bento because there was so much. The sauce served with it was also good. The only thing I wasn’t a huge fan of was the kimchi, but everyone likes theirs differently so it may be better to others. I like mine a little more fermented and smidge less salty. Nothing to complain about though! The crab rangoon had a different filling than any others I’ve tried. I’ve had some that are more garlicky or sweet but these were savory with a little twang, maybe hint of sriracha. They’re pretty good. I like that you can actually taste the crab stick too. I think if I’m looking for a quick bite in the area I’ll definitely go back and try the pork and cheese katsu. Staff were super kind, especially the woman at the register showing us photos and explaining the menu. They made sure we had the containers to get our leftovers packed up and were just overall incredibly friendly.

I tried the chicken katsu, the bento box was huge with a variety of small bite to eat. The chicken was fantastic and cooked to perfection. The salad dressing was delicious. I ate almost everything but the seaweed salad. It wasn’t bad, just not something I’d normally eat. It was prepared quickly and hot and fresh. This was my first time trying. I will definitely be back, and telling my friends about this gem.

Enjoyed the food. It was freshly made to order. We had the chicken katsu set, pork katsu set, cheese katsu set & curry. All the food was delicious. There was enough food in the servings that you feel full but just right not to over eat. My kids loved the food and even ate all the veggies. They loved the wasabi & kimchi. The bathroom could be cleaner but not too shabby. This is a great place to enjoy Japanese cutlets. Definitely coming back!

I randomly stopped by for lunch one day and, wow, am I glad I did. I decided to go for the Chicken Katsu, and it was absolutely delicious! The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside and tasted great with their selection of dips (they offer a few choices). The bento box was a pleasant surprise, coming with two pieces of sushi, a salad, what I think was a seaweed salad, and one other item I can't quite remember. I also got a side of gyoza. The portion was generous, especially for lunch. This place is also a great introduction for those new to sushi, like myself. Impressed, I returned a week later and ordered another Chicken Katsu and a full roll during their $6 special.

Meals come fresh and Portions are good sized. The sides that come together in the bento box are tasty and complement well the katsu.

Very good ! Assortment of different kinds of food. You would probably be paying twice as much some where else. The quality of food is excellent…

I’ve ate there two times now and I think the second time was even better than the first. For a brand new restaurant on the loop, this is perfect. The pricing couldn’t be better either for how fresh everything is. The sushi tastes amazing. I love the bento box with sides of everything because I get the chance to try it all instead of just eating a sushi roll. The box is also custom and just totally aesthetic. Working across the street may be dangerous as I feel myself becoming a frequent flyer at Katsuya. If you’re thinking about trying this place… just do it. Don’t think any further or read any more reviews... and then come back and write one since it was spectacular.

Katsu and Japanese Brown Curry are the dish I miss most from being in Japan. This place serves it in the same way the Japanese would with many sides and extras, always more food than you can eat… REALLY good and I could not recommend enough if you’re tired of the same old places.

I've been dieting so I haven't been back for a while and trying to avoid fried foods. Today, my friends wanted to go too, so I caved in. :) So good or even better than the last time I had it. Food comes out quick and comes out crispy and fresh. Place is clean and spacious. Workers are So nice and friendly.

LOVE Katsuya! I was on the go in the Delmar loop looking for a quick bite and Katsuya hit the spot. I was greeted by the friendliest staff member who took my order quickly, as there was no one else in line. I ordered a chicken katsu bento box and waited about 2 minutes for it to be ready to go! The staff member who took my order asked if I needed utensils and extra sauces. I appreciated their attention to limiting waste where possible! My bento box was loaded with yummy sides including 2 sushi rolls, rice, salad, kimchi & other pickled goodies, potato salad, and edamame. It came with two large pieces of crispy chicken katsu that paired perfectly with spicy mayo and sweet sauce on the side. It really was the perfect dinner I had been craving! Everything was soooo delicious!

Went here for lunch as I was craving sushi! I was immediately greeted as I walked in. This place has a lot of yummy options so it took me a sec to figure out what to get. I settled on the katsuya roll bento box, which comes with not just sushi, but also salad with ginger dressing, seaweed salad, edamame, potato salad, crab Rangoon and a small dessert. Sushi was really good and tasted fresh. The food came out in a timely manner. Restaurant was nice and clean. There are plenty on seats and booths. The only downside is that sometimes in this area, parking can be difficult, not the restaurant's fault!

I thought this was a decent spot to grab some sushi or chicken Katsu. The place is spacious and has plenty of seating. The service is great. They answered everything I needed to know and the food was pretty good. The chicken was cooked perfectly and the sushi was good too!

I liked their pork katsu bento box from Yelp experience. So today, I ordered it again through Grubhub for lunch. The pork katsu was warm, fresh, and crispy. I liked the variety of the side dishes, and how the bento box looked. If you want to surprise your friends/family members with a lunch treat, Katsuya is the place to go.

The workers are very friendly and helpful! My son and I popped in for a fast lunch. We ordered 4 salmon & avocado rolls and the portions were very generous! I'm only not giving 5 stars because there were 2 soy sauces to use, one labeled as low sodium. However, both soy sauces were regular. We wouldn't have stopped for sushi had we known low sodium soy sauce wasn't available (we never see that) -- totally threw the taste of the sushi off, unfortunately. I did make the kind cashier aware and she said she knew both of the sauces were regular soy sauce (despite one being labeled low sodium).

So gooood! We were visiting St. Louis for the weekend and this was our first stop for food, hungry from 6 hours of travel. We ordered at the counter, and the server was really nice. We got a pork Katsu bento and a spicy salmon roll bento. Both were ready in 5 minutes! Everything is so delicious and there were so many more sides than I expected, like tamago, pickled radish, kimchi, even cake! The inside decor is super clean and cute. I would definitely come back!! I wish there was one in my neighborhood.

Located along the Delmar Loop, Katsuya serves a variety of Japanese dishes. I ordered the Chicken Katsu Bento Box ($14.50) and was very impressed with the variety of authentic Japanese side dishes that accompanied it. Pickled veggies, potato salad, kimchi, and 2 pieces of sushi were included, making for a vibrant dish with a great deal of diversity. The restaurant itself was a small place with quirky decor. The team at Katsuya was kind, and the food came out relatively quickly (15 minutes). Overall, I was very pleased with Katsuya and will be returning!

The place was busy but not crowded when I arrived on a weekday evening. The staffers were amazing! They greeted me and introduced me to their menu. I ordered a pork bento box. The order included deep-fried porks coated with panko breading, rice, salad, two pieces of sushi, and pickled Japanese vegetables. The presentation was pleasing. For me, the porks were a bit dried and not seasoned. However, I enjoyed all the side dishes - especially the seaweed + potato salad. Overall, Katsuya is a great place for getting a quick meal. The parking situation is difficult sometimes on the Loop. I'd suggest parking away during the rush hour (if parallel parking isn't your thing). Although I'm not a big fan of deep-fried proteins, I might come back and try other items on the menu!

Katsuya is located on the Delmar Loop in St. Louis, MO. It offers Japanese cuisine. This is a counter order spot. Very quick service. I want everyone to know that I now think bento boxes are superior. With a focus on premium ingredients, katsuya's bento boxes featuring katsu and sushi are huge and delicious. We tried the vegetable rolls, fried shrimp katsu and katsuya roll bento box. All were fresh and fantastic. Perfect foodie Friday lunch.

Katsuya is the perfect quick lunch spot on the Delmar loop. The food is always fresh and light and comes out really quickly. I like the Crunchy Bento Box and the seaweed salad.

Such a fun lunch that I had here. Katsuya is located on the strip of Delmar Loop! Walk in to this open spot with a lot of natural light, & clean environment! You can't come here without getting a huge Bento Box that comes with everything you need that even includes dessert! Order from the front, the huge screen shows the menu & they'll hand you your buzzer for when food is ready. Mine came out super quick! I ordered the Spicy Tuna Roll box. No complaints. Loved it.

I went on Friday evening around 4:30 pm. When entering the building the smells were immaculate. The host/ cashier was understanding and helped with my order. I also wanted to try their sushi and order the Crunch Roll Box. For the price of the box they provide you plenty of food that is included like a salad, snaps peas, seaweed, etc that will leave you full. My favorite dish was the sushi roll but the chicken if you get the spicy sauce is delicious to dunk it in. This location was clean and would return again when in town. Overall, the setting in the loop sets up for a great meal with views outside. Be sure to try their crab Rangoon!! Yummmm

Small dining area but great location in the loop. Enjoyed a bento box lunch. Counter service only. Very casual, but unique dining experience.

Customer service was wonderful. I asked for recommendations due to the fact I've never had sushi before. I had the chicken bento box and it was pretty good. Parking was decent but I went on a Friday before noon so it wasn't too crowded.

Ordered takeout and absolutely loved the care that went into putting these bentos together. We ordered 4 bento boxes-- chicken Katsu, Shrimp Katsu, Spicy Tuna, and Alaskan Salmon. We were impressed by the packaging and the quantity of food! Loved the side dishes and the sweet treat. I loved being able to mix up my bites. I ordered 4 bentos for two people and it was quite an impressive spread. Would order again! Very filling without being heavy.

Was craving sushi and wanted to try a new spot. Katsuya was perfect offering their bento boxes! Included in the box was a whole variety of things which is definitely the way I like to eat. I love trying new things but also having some familiar things such as our sushi rolls. Everything was great, but the standout was the sushi and the dessert. The dessert was some variation of tiramisu. I can't speak to the service since we ordered for pickup but I they were pleasant when picking up our order and everything was accurate.

Met a friend for a lunch on the loop. The box was super cute and fairly big/bigger portions than you realize. I loved trying a little bit of everything. There was a sauce bar that had little cups so you could try them all, which was my fave. The service was great and only a small wait but that meant the food was very fresh! My roll sort of fell apart so it was hard to eat, but still was very good.

What a great spot for a quick Japanese meal! I had the menchie katsuya and loved the flavors of pork, onion, breading and katsuya sauce! The other items in the bento box were great, especially the salad! I should have asked what some of the items were so I'd know what I was eating--but being surprised is also fun! When ordering at the counter the waitstaff was helpful and did a great job of explaining meal choices. Parking can be tricky on Delmar, but for a small fee, there are plenty of street spaces and garages.

My fiancé and I used to live in U City and honestly, my biggest complaint is that this wasn't open then! We were in the area and looking for a quick dinner, and this popped up with great reviews. There's a reason for that! The place is very clean, and they have a simple menu, which is much appreciated. Service was quick and so was the food! For $13.50, we got SO MUCH FOOD. For the chicken, the literally give two huge breasts. The quality is so good, a lot of times I fight fatty pieces and I'm not a huge fan, not here, their chicken was so clean and perfect. We were amazed. The salad dressing is super gingery and delicious, they give you a good scoop of rice and two small sides. The crab Rangoon was super unique and delicious. Even the pickled veggies were great, and their seaweed salad is probably the best I've ever had. Their prices were so fair for what they give you, everything was high quality and tasted delicious...this is the spot.

We came here after trying to have dinner at Corner 17 where the wait was going to be 30 minutes long. I loved how fast Katsuya is since you order at the counter and then find a table. The fried pork cutlet was delicious and my kids enjoyed the sushi rolls we ordered later. I highly enjoyed my takoyaki appetizer which is a chewy soft octopus ball drizzled with sauce. The bento box for the pork comes with a few small side dishes. Definitely a great place to grab a quick, convenient and tasty bite!

Went to Katsuya for the first time with couple friends over the weekend. There's tables and booth sitting in the restaurant, but during peak hours I can see it being all full and you have to do take out instead. The cashier was very patient as it was our first time and soon after we ordered we got the food. It's pretty quiet and a great place to hang out with friends. I ordered the Pork Katsu and my husband ordered the Cheese Katsu. We also got an order of Takoyaki to share. The portion for both of the Katsu were huge with balance of salad, side dishes and roll. I was very full after finish my order. The Takoyaki was good quality with octopus pieces inside. One thing is they use plastic bento boxes, I'd love to see they switch to reusable bento boxes once they are ready.

Was having a craving so I dropped by Delmar to get the Chicken Katsu. It was a peaceful day on Monday so traffic was light. The cashier greeted me as soon as I walked in. Small wait but my food was fresh. I thoroughly enjoyed it and even ate the kimchi (I'm not the biggest fan of kimchi generally). It was good the last trip and good still. Surprisingly, my favorite item beside the chicken, is the salad because of that dressing .

Parking: you can either park roadside (if available ) / across the street (free) or if you are familiar with the Delmar blvd. You can park in the bigger lot behind fitz, corner 17 and walk. We went there on a Wednesday afternoon for lunch. All of use had chicken Katsu. I would say the bento box is a very balanced option with rice , salad , two veggie sushi rolls, kimchi and other stuffs t (refer picture). Moreover , the chicken is not salty or overly oily. It was warm when we got to our table. If you are on the diet side. You can easily have some leftover for dinner. Really liked everything. I took the leftover to home and my kid tried and liked it. Food is served in the bento box bottom and if you want a to go box. You can always go back to the counter and ask for the box which is what I did. Restaurant seats roughly 34. Water and few confinements are available next to the counter. Will definitely come back again.

Katsuya just opened on the Loop and replaced TNT Weiner (what an upgrade!) so I had to try it out. Came on a weekday evening and the store was actually pretty packed as there was a nice flow of customers. You order at the front and then within 5-10 minutes, the bento boxes are out and ready. I ordered the Pork Katsu and at first glance, I was incredibly impressed by how many different ingredients they had. Sure some were in small quantities and the flavors didn't stand out, but to have that many things in a bento was legitimately insane so +1 for that. For mine there were pork cutlet, rice, 2 pieces of sushi, edamame, potato salad, tamago, seaweed salad, leafy salad, pickled daikon, daikon, kimchi, and kamaboko. It was honestly incredible. The pork cutlet itself was okay, it was pretty dry and so the sauce did help although I wish the sauce had more curry flavor rather than just sauce from a bottle. They also needed to give more sauce for all of that pork as well as more sauce for the leafy salad. Overall, the meal itself was okay but if you're looking for variety, this is definitely the place to go. In a way, its like eating a more manageable buffet with all the different dishes they had in the bento.

I'm excited to have a new Japanese place that has something unique and different from all other Japanese restaurants in St. Louis. To-go bento boxes are one of Japanese cuisine's trademark due to its convenience. Nestled right next to Insomnia Cookie on the Delmar Loop, Katsuya STL adds to the diverse food scene here by bringing something fresh to the table. They have a decent menu with enough variety. We ordered the chicken katsu, pork katsu, spicy salmon roll and cheese katsu. Personally, I think is the pork katsu is a little better than chicken katsu because the chicken ended up being a little dry. They give a very good amount of protein, on top of that you get a balance of side dishes and rice. You even get 2 pieces of sushi rolls with your bento. Portion was reasonable in my opinion. We were all full after this meal. In Japan, this is normally the standard size for a bento box anyway. So I'm glad that this place stays true to that. I think the price can be justified. The average price for a bento box is $15, which is neither cheap nor overpriced. I'm content with what I ordered and eating a bento is always an interesting experience. By the way, they will give you a bottled water if you ask for it so it's a meal + drink combo as well! My friends ordered the spicy salmon and cheese katsu so I haven't tried these 2 yet but they looked very good. I will save them for next time. Overall, I like Katsuya STL! It's always nice to have something new in the Delmar Loop. Their bento boxes are super convenient so you can dine in or just do takeout. The seatings are quite limited so if you have a big group (more than 4), your party will be split. Other than that, I highly recommend you check this place out.

5* for good value, portion size, and diverse variety of items within bento. Is it a standout katsu-specific restaurant? No and foodies may be disappointed. Was able to visit Katsuya during the ice sculpture festival and was not disappointed. One thing that took me by surprise knowing nothing about this place prior to my visit was that it is an "order at the counter" restaurant. The shrimp katsu was a standout. The pork katsu's portion size was very generous - this is the best compliment I can provide on the pork. The fry and quality of the katsu were nothing to write home about. It's no different than any run of the mill homemade recipe. The panko is pantry regular, the pork quality is supermarket regular. So my 5* is the fantastic value and all the other items that came with the meal - worth the money and visit. But would I come back again specifically for the katsu? Probably not.

The food here was impeccable. The taste was extraordinary, and the culture was vibrant. The essence of the environment was ethereal and the ambience was mesmerizing. My tastebuds had the best time of their lives. I love Asian food, and I love Asian restaurants and this place hit the spot. I never been to Japan, but this restaurant made me want to go. I think this is easily top five Japanese restaurants in St. Louis and an easy five out of five stars for me!

This place is in the loop, parking is hit or miss at times. Me and boyfriend with one of my kid went here on Sunday so we parked at the lot around the sweet. Service is friendly. You go to the counter to order and sit down. The people will bring your food to your tablet. There is plastic silverware and sauce at the station next to the ordering counter. There is also set serve water that you can get yourself. There are limited seating but we did manage to find seating. The ambiance light is sufficient. Food wise I like the pork katsu the most we also got the shrimp katsu and the cheese katsu. However I forgot to take a picture of one of the plate.

When we lived in St. Louis over 20 years ago, the dining options on Delmar Loop were somewhat limited in scope but enjoyable nonetheless. On our return this week, we were pleased to see how things had evolved and were eager to try some places in this former hangout of ours. After making a circuit of the many restaurants, we settled on Katsuya, a recent addition to the scene. The menu in the window only describes the main item of each bento box - for example, spicy tuna or pork katsu. Of course, there's much more to a bento and when we went to the counter they showed us a picture of a typical box, which had the variety of items that we expected. We placed our orders and waited for our food. It appears that we arrived just in time. The posted hours go until 9:00pm, and we arrived just before 8:00. The next people to arrive were told that the kitchen was closed and they weren't taking any more orders. They were understandably a little irritated and the person behind the counter explained that they didn't have any more food for the evening. It took about 15 minutes for our food to be ready, and we were pleased by what we received. Each bento box was slightly different in terms of the side items. Perhaps that's by design, or perhaps it's because they were running short of items to make everything uniform, but it didn't matter because it made each box unique. Pork katsu bento - the cutlet was nicely done, crispy on the outside and moist and tender on the inside. There was no katsu sauce provided, and the closest approximation at the condiment counter was a BBQ sauce that we decided wasn't the right taste for this dish. It came with a croquette and a kimbap-type roll, rice, a few edamame, sweet egg cake, potato salad, pickled vegetables and a green salad with a ginger dressing. Katsuya roll bento - tempura shrimp and salmon rolls with avocado. This one came with a crab rangoon and a croquette, green salad, potato salad, sweet egg cake, edamame, a little bit of seaweed salad, and a small piece of sponge cake. Very nice. Spicy tuna bento - California roll topped with spicy tuna. I didn't think the tuna was all that spicy, but still good. This one came with a fried gyoza, crab rangoon, green salad, potato salad, edamame, egg cake, and sponge cake. Even though we were eating in, the food was served in disposable containers. It would have been nice to see reusable dishware but perhaps they don't have the dishwashing infrastructure in the back. Prices were very good, ranging from $13 to $15. Back home these would probably go for around $5 more. Service was fine; I got the impression that they were getting a little tired towards the end of the day. All in all, this was a very good experience. Some growing pains are expected for any new restaurant, but in general Katsuya is off to a good start.

Delicious katsu bento boxes. Both the cheese (with pork) and tofu katsu orders were good. The two sushi pieces that came in the cheese katsu bento box ha been seared on the outside of the rice, giving them a nice crunchiness while leaving the fish & veggies cool. Everything was made up fresh and was well prepared.

While visiting town, I stopped here with a friend and family for some late lunch. She recommended the bento boxes at this place so I tried their pork katsu box. Katsu was a bit dry for me but I really like their fruit, pickles, and salad sides. I thought the sides were really refreshing and balance out the katsu's greasiness quite well. Their spicy mayo sauce paired well with everything. Super filing. Service was friendly and quick :D, we were seated right away. Parking was not as straightforward as we parked in the lot a couple of blocks down.

Terrible food - all I could taste was the oil. Also, the fish in the sushi tasted really cheap. Was hoping to have a better option for fast food Japanese in the Loop. Giving it 2 stars instead of 1 for the nice staff.

Service was great, the lady who took our order was so patient helping me decide what to get. Everything was fresh & the restaurant itself was really clean & inviting. Definitely recommend.

Delicious! I had the pork bento box and the pork was crispy and so yummy. Fast service and clean dining area. I enjoyed my visit.

Got delivery and the Katsu was still warm and crunchy. I just wasn't into it, I prefer a lighter non panko crust. Everything included in the bentos were fresh and delicious. Pics included..

I really enjoyed a pork katsu bento box here on a quiet Saturday afternoon. I appreciated the plentiful quantity of meat and other yummy tidbits at a low price (under $15 for a filling meal). The addition of the 2 sushi pieces was a fun addition as well, which made this place stand out from other bento box experiences I've had before. The restaurant itself was clean, with a self-serve water, sauce, and cutlery station. Overall, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a filling, tasty meal in the Delmar area.

Went here for the first time- located on Delmar Loop and we loved it. We got a sushi bento box and a katsu box- the portion of chicken katsu was incredibly generous! It is very organized, food is prepared quickly and the box presentation is nice and clean and easy to take home if you have leftovers. Price is also reasonable for the amount of food you get. The crunch roll was really good!

I don't remember the last time that I was this food happy! I had the Crunch Roll Bento Box delivered, which was beautiful, absolutely delicious, and economical - quite the hat trick! I will be visiting the restaurant within the next week, as this was possibly the most awesome takeout / delivery meal I've ever eaten. (As you can see from my photos, I don't usually take pics of my food - but this I did!)

I have been wanting to try Katsuya after seeing some pictures from friends on Instagram. I ordered the chicken katsu bento box and a side of crab Rangoons. The staff was really friendly and helpful. The inside of the restaurant was so bright and welcoming as well. My food came out pretty quickly and was packaged for an easy transport home. It's a really impressive bento box even in carry out packaging. They provide a large portion of katsu that's crispy and delicious with plenty of sauce options. The salad with ginger dressing was also delicious. It also came with rice, two pieces of sushi, and veggies. I didn't each much rice since everything else was so good I didn't want to fill up on that. I had to save the crab Rangoon for later since I had more than enough food. I will definitely be back!

Was so excited to learn of a Katsu spot opening in Delmar - and it lived up to the hype! I went with 2 friends and we each got something different. Each Bento box was fully packed and included a variety of different flavors (salads, pickled vegetables, tamagoyaki (egg), dumplings, etc)! Good food for a good price - will definitely be back!

When I learned that a new Katsu restaurant opened in the area, we headed out to the Loop to check it out. The moment we walked in the door, we were greeted by the friendly staff at the counter (who also came by halfway into our meal to check on us). The bento boxes are absolutely delicious. I had the pork katsu, which was soooo tender and flavorful by itself but also complemented well by the katsu sauce -- which appears to be made in house, as the wonderful fresh fruit flavors stand out as soon as it settles on your tongue. I have quite a collection of bottled katsu sauces at home and Katsuya's sauce will have you asking "Bulldog, who?" My dining companion had the Chicken Katsu Bento box and, wow, it was equally tasty on its own. We also tried the Crunch Roll Bento and were impressed. A big thumbs up to the light and crispy sweet potato tempura & breaded squid ball which was a real, tasty surprise!! The Bento boxes are a feast for the eyes and mouth. They come with salad, rice, veggie rolls seaweed salad, potato salad, and pickled vegetables (you need to try all three, as each holds its own and does a great job cleaning your palate). Other notables in Katusya's condiment department are the Curry sauce and spicy BBQ sauce. (The spicy mayo, despite its moniker, was rather tame, though still delicious.) We will definitely be back to try their other offerings.

Ok tried again on a weekday and there was no wait! Bento box came out quickly and it was all really good. We tried pork, chicken, and tofu. Tofu katsu had great texture but a bit bland.. it comes with so many sauces though it didn't really matter. All the little side dishes were great. I can see why this place is so popular, especially for takeout. A lot of food for $13! Would come back again (weekdays or earlier on the weekends).

I really enjoyed grabbing lunch here in the middle of the work week. The portions are very good for the price, and you get a lot of variety! The man working behind the counter was also friendly and efficient. My order didn't take terribly long to come out after I placed it either. I had the pork katsu bento and an order of takoyaki. There was a nice selection of extra sauces (spicy bbq, wasabi mayo, spicy mayo) by the utensils and napkins, which I sampled each of. Really loved my bento and only had room to eat one takoyaki fresh, which had a great flavor, but beware - it is gooey/creamy and might take some getting used to. They also heat up just fine the next day in the microwave, surprisingly. The one thing that didn't sit well with me was how much waste gets generated with every order, due to the bento boxes all being disposable plastic and coming in a cardboard box. I couldn't stop thinking about that while eating my meal, given how busy the restaurant was at the time.

My boyfriend and I stopped at Katsuya STL on a whim for dinner and I couldn't have been more happily surprised. I'm not usually a pork fan, but thought the pork katsu was very crispy, juicy and tender, which ended up being my favorite between the two dishes. Even though the side portions are pretty small, there's a lot of different things to try that's packed in there. While we did get takeout, service was welcoming and the interior ambiance was pretty loud with a casual vibe. The inside is a lot bigger than it looks from walking by the storefront. Overall, I'd highly recommend this new restaurant in the loop and can't wait to go back!

So happy that there's another spot for Asian food in the loop! IT IS SERIOUSLY SO GOOD. The Katsu is so crispy and the meat slices are thick. It comes with a pretty well-balanced box for ~$18 but it is totally worth it. You get a lot of food and it's all really good. The workers were so nice and they as well as the chef gave us complimentary kimchi, curry, and cake - all were delicious. It is now one of my fave places for kimchi. The vibe is very simple with cute Asian decor (lanterns, their logo). Definitely will be going back to this spot!

We went to Katsuya for dinner last night before a concert and we loved it! Their chicken katsu is perfectly breaded and cooked. My niece got their spicy salmon roll bento box and loved everything she had as well. The variety you get is amazing and it makes ordering so easy as you don't have to pick your sides. I love that they have so many different sauces at their condiment bar, but the wasabi aioli is my very favorite. The employees are so nice and friendly and the food was ready pretty quickly considering it is all made and put together fresh. I ordered extra pickled veggies because they're my favorite! We dined in and the inside is not too big but clean and cute. Enough tables for several groups to dine in at the same time. I'll be back soon to try the cheese katsu!

Very solid meal. The breading on the pork katsu was very flaky and crunchy. Really liked the seaweed as well. In fact all the sides really hit the spot and balanced out well so you'd never get tired of one flavor. It did take me a minute to figure out how to eat it in a way that made it taste best. I think a bite with a bit of rice, some meat and a dip in the sauce was the way to go. The meat on its own needed a bit more flavor but that's likely down to personal preference. Definitely got a good amount of food for the price. I got it take out and it was packaged really well so I appreciated that.

Great food! I had the veggie roll bento box. I will be back to try the cheese katsu bento box! Staff was friendly and the food came out pretty quickly.