Kurobuta Ramen & Katsu

IMHO there were primarily white customers filling the seats of this establishment, which should've tipped me off despite it being a heavily Asian populated area... with that said, it's a "good enough" yet underwhelming Ramen shop. Not authentic by any means (I'm Japanese and I've visited Japan 3x in the past 5 years). This is definitely one of those restaurants that caters to an American palate, but it lacks the depth and complexity that true Japanese ramen shops pride themselves in. Also, chashu is supposed to be succulent, fall apart, perfectly rendered pork... NOPE. It was gummy, chewy, and difficult to swallow.

We went with the safe option and got shoyu ramen. Came in late and they were really cool about it. They were out of certain items which it completely understandable. This late in the evening and they still had quality ramen this late was a good sign. Their heavy with the dashi stock in their shoyu which gives it a light and umami flavor while keeping it light with the soy sauce. The chasu is thin but edges are crispy. Naruto maki was slightly over cooked. Egg was medium which fine with my standards. Noodles were chewy and have a nice bite to it. Portion sizes were just okay for the price. Prices have been going up so seeing this still under $15 is nice.... For now. Worth coming back and trying more options. Our waiter was friendly and kind this evening. No issues with service.

This was my second time coming here and brought some friends to enjoy this place since I liked it the first time. Disappointed yesterday. Service was slow, servers lacked training, and food was below average. I waited for 20 minutes for my food and this is how they present it?? A couple of pieces of katsu just thrown in a bowl of tasteless curry. Get better. The management is a total goof. It wasn’t even a packed house and it seems like nobody can keep a level head.

Food was delicious! Staff was very attentive and always helpful with our order. We got the miso ramen, karaage chicken and katsu chicken. Everything came out delicious and we did not wait long.

The service was awesome. We came right before a lunch rush but it did not phase the staff. They were respectful and quick to seat us and take our order and get our food to us. My fiancé and I just visited Japan and it made us reminisce our trip. The food was so good and flavorful. We got appetizers too and they were just as good. We WILL be back with friends and family.

More of an Authentic Japanese Restaurant. I really enjoyed the food. Takoyaki was very good, actually some of the best I've ever had (I eat Takoyaki every time I go somewhere that has it, so it says alot). Ramen was very light, but flavorful. Quite large portions and they don't skimp on filling your bowl with a bunch a bunch of stuff. Will definitely be back.

This is a very great ramen spot in the New-K Town area! They have a variety of options. From ramen to rice there are multiple options, no matter your taste. If you are ever in Carrollton area you have to come here at some point.

Big ramen fan, and this was really good. Noodles were thick and cooked perfectly. Added a side of curry sauce to my vegetarian ramen and it was super good. Veg ramen came with a weirdly large amount of onions, so I would recommend asking for none. Husband loved his udon, and liked the tonkotsu on a previous visit.

Curry Ramen - 10/10, I loved this dish so much! The curry was so flavorful with a perfect noodle to sauce ratio. The chicken katsu was perfectly cooked, both crispy and tender. The portion size was also huge for the price. Cheese Katsu - 6/10, this was ok in my opinion! I think I prefer the chicken Katsu. The pork was harder to chew but the cheese was an interesting take. I would still give it a try. The overall environment and staff was very welcoming. I would definitely come back!

We stumbled upon Kurobuta after searching for a place to satisfy our craving for cold noodles. When other spots didn't seem appetizing, we checked out Kurobuta's reviews and decided to give it a shot--and wow, we're glad we did! The quick decision turned out to be a great one. We ordered ramen, katsu chicken, and taiyaki, and everything had tons of flavor. The katsu chicken was super juicy, easily a 7 out of 10. What really elevated it were the sauces--the in-house tartar sauce was unique and surprisingly delicious, while the tangy katsu sauce was spot-on. The taiyaki was fire, probably an 8 out of 10. The only thing I would change is adding a little more eel sauce on top for that perfect balance. As for the ramen, it was simple and familiar--nothing groundbreaking, but still satisfying. The servers were prompt, courteous, and absolutely amazing. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, which made the whole experience even better. Definitely a great spot for flavorful comfort food. We'll be back!

Kurobuta was a great spot to satisfy my ramen craving. The spicy pork tonkotsu had a rich, flavorful broth, though I personally wished it was more spicy. The noodles were thick and buttery, but the portion felt a little light for me. The chashu and egg, however, were delicious, with well-balanced and satisfying flavors. We also tried the squid pork belly bulgogi don, which looked amazing but didn't quite deliver in terms of flavor. It could have used more seasoning, and we ended up relying heavily on the red pepper seasoning at the table to enhance it. I'm looking forward to coming back to try the unagi bowl. The service was quick and efficient, which added to the overall experience.

Service was fast, and everyone was socializing inside, making this a great spot to catch up with friends. However, I was hoping my spicy tonkotsu ramen would be spicier. I also was not the biggest fan of the chashu.

It was a good experience. I went here years ago when it first opened but was underwhelmed. They've made lots of changes since then and am glad I tried it tonight. Cheese katsu- portions were huge and I was really stuffed. The cheese was so gooey and tasty! Chicken katsu was nice and crispy. I got a side of curry and I'm glad I did as I don't like their sweet sauce that came with it. The curry sauce is a bit sweet and mild. If possible, I would prefer if they could omit the sugar as I really don't like sweet. Spicy tonkotsu ramen- super tasty! I think I like this slightly better than the cheese katsu but it was salty. Still, I enjoyed the bowl I actually rate this place 3.5/5. What I hope to see them improve on is cleanliness as I see lots of crumbs when I sat at my seat. But other than that, great place to eat, good portion sizes and decent price. Will be back.

*Passing Through* Dish : The "R13" Overall 5/10 Flavor: 3/10 Presentation: 8/10 Portion: 10/10 *Tofu = weird texture

We stopped here for a late lunch. We ordered the Cajun edamame, spicy ramen, and omu rice. The ramen was very good, with a flavorful broth and ramen noodle texture. The edamame was not my favorite, it was a bit overcooked and under seasoned, and I wasn't a huge fan of the Cajun seasoning. The omu rice was not what I expected, the egg was really good but the rice leaned too sweet for me. I did take it home, fried up my own crispy egg and added some chili crisp, which really enhanced the flavor. The service was quick and really friendly. Definitely will be back to try some of the other types of ramen.

I came here for lunch because I was in the area. Kurobuta has been on my list for some time now. I understand why this place has received so many positive reviews, but I was not impressed with it. I ordered the chicken katsu. It took roughly 15 minutes for the food to come out, which wasn't too long of a wait. It came with a white dipping sauce, a cabbage salad with a mayo-based dressing, and a small bowl of rice. Chicken katsu is made of white meat. Despite being fried, the inside was still moist and juicy. The lack of seasoning and the unsatisfactory dipping sauce made it unpalatable. I prefer the traditional katsu sauce. The salad's dressing was also excessively sweet. The rice was cooked perfectly. The restaurant is small and intimate. I love how they have all the utensils and napkins in the drawers at the table, super convenient. Service was great. The server explained everything thoroughly. Overall verdict: it was a decent meal, but I probably won't be coming back. Good: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Ambiance: 4/5

Kurobata has been on my list to try for the longest time because I love Japanese food! When we first walked in we were kindly greeted and seated right away. The inside looked very cozy and welcoming which is always a plus. We got the cheese katsu and udon combo, soba noodles, side of pork loin katsu, and the crab cream croquettes. I would have to say my favorites were the cheese katsu, soba noodles, and the croquettes! Everything came out hot and fresh! I want to come back and get it all over again haha

Plenty of seating, loved that they gave us a water jug for us to refill our waters. Convenient utensils underneath the tables. Staff was fast serving us. The food was good. The pork cheese katsu was fun to have. I normally get the chicken or pork katsu so this was different for me. The sauce for the pork cheese katsu was just ok, I didn't really like it to much. The curry was a lot better and I dipped it in that most of the time.

I always look forward coming here for date night because they don't disappoint when it comes to their portion. I did noticed recently they cut back on the amount of noodle used for their ramen, just a little bit... but as a frequent customer - I definitely noticed the cutback since I left the restaurant not entirely full but that's just me. I would still recommend and come back for the food!

Had lunch here, it's a simplistic menu with something for everyone. Tip: Utensils & napkins are on a pull-out side drawer of your table, we didn't know until we asked. It's convenient though to have access to what you need versus waiting on someone to bring it. Edamame - a bit salty, they give you plenty! Salmon Steak Don - good portion size of salmon. Tonkotsu Ramen - egg was perfect, pork was good, & the noodles had that "snap" that we all like. The broth was good. The staff was nice & patient, often checking in with us, we spent quite some time there. The food wasn't cold, but it wasn't particularly hot. I was hoping the ramen would be a little warmer but it was so-so, they were semi-busy so I'm not sure if food getting to us played a factor but we felt it came out quickly. Each table has their own pitcher of water which also works out well, they were quick to bring more when ours was empty. Tables are a bit close together (the seating against the wall at least), you can hear the other tables conversion at just a casual level. It could be disruptive. The floor was a little sticky, I noticed this passing though to go to the restroom. Restroom was okay. Small restaurant, however it's not a stand alone & in a strip with others, understandable. Prices are good & affordable!

Food and service was good my only complaint was the music, not kid friendly at all. All kinds of curse words I believe the artist was of the Japanese culture. I didn't mind it but I can see someone who's a first time customer may be offended.

My husband and I have gotten takeout here an embarrassingly high amount of times that the staff typically recognize us. We love the spicy tonkatsu ramen! They are also just so friendly! Highly recommend!

First time here, we got the takoyaki, chicken katsu curry, and the spicy tonkotsu ramen. The takoyaki was delicious, it came out super hot and fresh, and was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. One of the best ones I have had! The chicken katsu itself was also good and crunchy, and the rice it came with was warm and soft. The curry was...interesting, it is a Japanese style curry but they added a lot of ketchup in the curry, giving a kind of tangy taste. I didn't really enjoy the curry part. On the other hand the spicy tonkotsu ramen was pretty good, with chewy noodles, a pretty rich broth, and the chasu was torched giving a great flavor! The only thing is the chasu is super thin, so there isn't too much in the ramen. Otherwise I really enjoyed this, and the portion was pretty good too! For the portion and price, I think the food is pretty good! I only didn't like their curry sauce that much. The service was quick and fast, and the interior is clean and well kept. A good place to grab a quick lunch!

Second time coming here. My first time 4 yrs ago I had ramen and tonkatsu curry. I did not like it very much. I remember the ramen was okay and the curry was sweet. Came back with some friends tonight and wanted to try just the tonkatsu. We had went to Japan over the summer and enjoyed some amazing tonkatsu. I was pleasantly surprised how much I love this. The breading was crispy, crunchy and tender. My tenderloin was warm hot, not piping hot and fresh. Our friend had the cheese katsu and his came out piping hot and looked like it just came out the fryer. So far this is the only location I have seen that came with some hot mustard (maybe horseradish). The katsu sauce was very good and it came with a cabbage salad and a bowl of rice. Very similar to when we were in Japan. I think the only thing missing was a small bowl of hot miso soup. I had a prior fav but now this place MAY be my new fav place for tonkatsu.

I've become a regular here for their curry because it's so good! I usually get the chicken curry and the meat is so flavorful and crispy. The curry itself is well flavored and tasty. The restaurant itself has a pretty cool vibe, like a japanese izakaya. It does get pretty busy around lunch time too!

Me and my husband visit this restaurant several times a month and it never disappoints. We have tried lots of items on the menu and so far we love everything. My favorite dish to order is the zaru soba noodles and the cheese katsu. My husband favorite dish is the rice bowl unagi don and the zaru soba noodles. The servers are alway very polite and caring. We are always excited to go back and try new dishes. It is a nice place to go with friends and family.

I was very surprised by this experience! The wait staff was phenomenal, there were two guys who helped serve and take our orders and they were such a vibe. One guy (I didn't grab his name but he had clear glasses) was so chill, really made our dining experience. I got the spicy tonkatsu ramen which I was super surprised how PHENOMENAL the broth was! It had such a deep and rich charred flavor that I really wasn't expecting. The spice level was just right. However, I wish the meat had more flavor, the bamboo shoots had a tough texture (wish it was easier to chew) and I'm a sucker for the straight noodles vs the curly but that's personal preference. Fried squid was just okay VERY oily. Fries didn't look like the photos here on yelp; it was the crinkle kind and my friends said it tasted like frozen fries. Katsu don rice bowl was also just okay. Overall I would recommend getting the ramen and that's it.

Kurobuta is my go-to katsu place and the most consistent and best tonkatsu I have ever had. I always go here and it never disappoints. The staff are always friendly and polite and are quick. The restaurant is nice and gives an authentic vibe and clean feel. Would 100% recommend this place to anyone.

A good selection of Japanese food. The tonkotsu Ramen and Pork Katsu (deep fried) were delicious and affordable. Service was pretty good, and the ambiance was nice. Overall very solid.

This is my favorite place for Korean/ Japanese style Donkatsu. The Katsu dishes are made to order and thus take a while to come out compared to the ramen dishes, but are well worth the wait. I like to get a draft beer with a katsu dish.

Kurobuta is the only good Japanese/Korean ramen fusion restaurant in the area. Their regular and spicy tonkotsu ramen never fails to taste delicious. Their pork belly is seasoned beautifully, their noodles are thick & buttery, and their broth is refreshing (a bit fishy but not overpowering). Their pork gyoza is delicious as well. They have become a bit stingy with their dipping sauce but that's not a huge issue. The service is great. You get greeted as you walk in and served glasses of water immediately. They will also tell you goodbye as you walk out of their restaurant. The environment is cozy with an asian playlist playing the entire time.

I went with my friends and we ordered eel udon and two omu rice dishes. I can say that it was unpleasant and caused me significant stomach pain. I don't understand why this restaurant receives top ratings. Bad service.

Food: My brother ordered the Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen and I ordered the Shrimp Tempura Udon. In my opinion, the Spicy Tonkatsu Ramen was okay-it was very salty in my opinion, but he was cool with it. The egg isn't cooked properly for a ramen bowl nor was the chasu-it had a strong char taste. The Udon broth was extremely hot, but bland and the noodles were bland as well. The fish cake was also bland. However, the Shrimp tempura was great (it was received after getting the udon). The food was alright. I would come back to try something different! Service: There's not really any service. More like workers to just get your order and drop off food, no conversation or what so ever. It's typical service you get when you're at a restaurant in this particular area. Ambiance: Same vibes as every other restaurant in the area. Kinda cozy and tight, busy.

Such a cozy spot! It's a great place to eat and converse. The music is relaxing and not too loud. I loved the tonkotsu and side katsu. The spicy tonkotsu was also good! I would ask for extra spice if you really want it to be spicy. The complimentary daikon was also a sweet touch. I could eat bowls of that. Our servers were very friendly! It can get busy during the weekend. They have a waitlist and will call you when the table is ready. There's no waiting area inside so you'll have to wait outside or inside your car. They seem to turn around tables relatively quickly though so you won't have to wait too long.

I came back from a trip from a state that isn't exactly known for Asian food and this was the first thing we ate. I had been without rice for a whopping 5 days and I needed to feed my body and soul. Kurobuta to the rescue. Cheese katsu and a side of curry sauce. Yum. Perfectly crispy. Perfectly cheesy. Perfect curry sauce. I can't wait to come back.

Really tasty food here! Spicy tonkotsu is very creamy and flavorful and not too spicy. Gyoza is a tasty app to start with. And the curry ramen with chicken katsu was delicious. The atmosphere is nice, and the table has everything in an attached drawer, which is pretty cool. Service is fast and good at making sure the orders are right. I saw omurice on the menu and can't wait to try it next.

One of my favorite spots for ramen and katsu! I love coming here to get the chicken katsu it is so good especially with the rice on the side and sauce! The ramen is also delicious! Service is always amazing and quick! Keep in mind during the weekend in the afternoon and on it does get busy so plan to wait a bit. Place is clean and waiters take great care of you!

My first visit to this ramen/curry house was pleasant and I will return when in the area. I had Japanese curry with a giant tiger prawn that was mega-coated with a delicious fry. The flavors were balanced and the wait was not long for the food, the servers were pleasant. The only slight ding was the Takoyaki (only because I've had many better). Thumbs up!

I've been here a couple times and never remember to post my review. The only thing we (fiancé & I) usually get is the spicy seafood ramen and cheese katsu. My brother recommended me this place for the super spicy seafood ramen. The ramen was definitely really good but that's all I really liked there. My fiancé thought the cheese katsu was okay. The people there are really nice but the place could be cleaner. The table and chairs are sticky sometimes and when I took the white cap of the water container, it was dirty.

My new favorite ramen place. My family has visited numerous times. The restaurant is located in the same shopping area as HMART in Carrollton. There's ample parking. The restaurant itself is quaint but they managed to find a way to put in adequate seating. The service is consistently quick and friendly. My favorite on the menu is the spicy tonkatsu ramen. My kids usually go for the tonkatsu ramen and we always order dumplings. Food always comes out fresh and delicious. Another one of my favorite items is their pickled radish. I have no idea how they pickle it but we love it. Definitely one of our go-to's whenever we're in the area.

Great spot! I had the udon and tonkatsu set. Delish!! Service was good and the atmosphere was comfortable. Price was decent too for the amount food I ordered. Def would return.

My son and I LOVE to try out new places when we go to Carrollton since we drive over an hour away to go to H Mart. We decided to try this one for lunch and I can say, I was pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere was welcoming, staff was very attentive and the food was amazing! I would definitely come back to have the cheese Katsu as it is a must try. Again, everything we tried was tasty.

Ordered the pork loin katsu and the cheese katsu combos with udon. If you like cheese, I definitely recommend the cheese katsu. However, it really only tastes good in the beginning when the cheese is still warm and melty. The katsu was very fresh and crispy and the meat was pretty moist. The restaurant is located in the same plaza as hmart, so there is a big parking lot, but it can sometimes be very busy.

Kurobuta is a solid lunch/dinner spot in Carollton that was served yummy food but wasn't quite mind-blowing. We got the Chicken Katsu and the Squid Pork Belly Bulgogi Don! Katsu was hot, crispy, and flavorful - everything you'd want in a katsu dish. With that being said, it wasn't anything super special. I really enjoyed the Squid Pork Belly Bulgogi Don! it was slightly spicy but also sweet from the gochujang in the sauce. Also, the fatty pork belly pieces and the chewy squid really paired well together. I would not go out of my way to make a trip to come back here but wouldn't complain if someone brought me either!

Don't be fooled by the tinted windows - they are OPEN and have great hours. All the food was amazing, great huge portions, great prices, came out very timely and the service was great + constant.

One of the most underrated spots in Carollton! Many drive out to K-town to get their food fix, and Kurobuta needs to be added to the list of places to stop by. I decided to try Kurobuta out of a craving for a super cheesy katsu. I was NOT disappointed. The portion was also HUGE to where I had to take home leftovers (and those leftovers still tasted amazing the day after). I also ordered a small side of the udon noodles with the hot broth and it was legit one of the best broths and noodles I've had in a long time!!! The ambiance is top tier. They play kpop and anime on the TVs. The servers went out of their way to be kind, enthusiastic, and helpful throughout the whole meal. I truly have no complaints. The items are definitely a bit pricey, but the portions are ginormous - so you are absolutely getting what you pay for.

This review is based on my multiple to-go order experiences at Kurobuta, as I get lunch there every so often. The process gets pretty simple after a few times. What I do is whenever I am about 15 to 20 minutes out, I would place the call; yes, that's usually how long it takes for the food to be ready to be picked up, which shows that they make the cutlets fresh. Once I arrive, the place is cozy, where I walk right towards the back to pay and grab my to-go. The three major reasons that I always pick Kurobuta in the Carrollton area (over other similar types of food) - 1) the freshness of the food, 2) the portion is good for the price, 3) simple ordering process. Definitely will continue to return.

I stopped by here after running my errands for lunch. We ordered takoyaki, to begin with. They had a great texture and a nice crispiness to each bite. I ordered the Katsu with Curry for my main dish, and it was only okay. I wasn't a fan of the tomato-based curry, but the rice and katsu were perfectly cooked. The service was slow, they only had two people serving the restaurant filled with people, so expect to wait for your food and your check. Overall, the ambiance and food were good, but nothing spectacular.

I've tried various dishes at this place, but Katsu Don has become my favorite. They always give me my food in less than 10 minutes, and it's always cooked perfectly.

this place was a solid three for me. we ordered ikageso, udon + fish katsu, and chicken katsu curry. nothing really stood out and nothing was flavored memorably. the fish katsu didn't come with that sweet drizzle that i like either, and everything was fried pretty hard, to where chewing it kind of left cuts in my mouth lol i sound so wimpy but its true!! the best part of the meal was the ikageso but that's hard to mess up. wait service was friendly however so that was nice. this is not a bad spot if next door/other places have too long of a wait, but in a plaza full of other great food options I'd go elsewhere. But it seems like this is the only place that has katsu/udon/soba options in the immediate vicinity.

Good food and staff is nice,although the schedule on google says close at 1 10:00 PM they close the kitchen at 9:00 PM even for take out

Crab cream croquette was my favorite thing on the menu. 2 fried croquettes filled with smooth crab sauce and with a side of slaw topped with a mustard based dressing and a side of ketchup. Salmon steak don rice bowl was good, fish was well-done, would've been better medium or medium well. It had a crispy exterior which was great. The rice bowl had scrambled eggs on top covered in soy sauce, would've been perfect if not for overdoing it with the soy sauce - too salty. Tonkotsu ramen - skip it. The noodles taste and look like the cheap dollar packets you get next door at h mart. The pork broth was decent, the veggies were meh, the pork meat was bad, hard dry and fat all at the same time. Service wasn't great. Our waitress was nice but didn't clear the appetizer plates and trash and didn't bring extra plates for the appetizer. Ambiance was cool, busy Saturday night felt lively. One of the staff members openly and loudly yelled at a waiter, not sure what about but i felt bad for the dude. My rating doesn't reflect the service, just the food.

Food: I have had several types of ramen from different restauranrts, and made my own - but this was not at all the flavors I was expecting in ramen. I had the miso tonkotsu ramen, which did not taste like a miso or tonkotsu broth, and hubby had the chicken karaage ramen, which was a very clear broth with little flavor. There were no umami flavors to speak of - which are typically what I would expect in a ramen broth. The egg that accompanied the soups was prepared well, but the chashu and broth were lacking. Service was good.

Delicious tonkatsu options! We have had the pork tenderloin katsu, pork loin katsu curry rice, tonkotsu ramen, and unagi don - all amazing! We'll be back!

Incredibly straight forward and delicious. Shrimp tempura udon and cheese katsu udon. The broth is a little smoky, subtle and soft. Served with little chili mango?, excellent!! The cheese katsu is actually pork stuffed with cheese, panko'd then fried, cut in half? Served with shredded cabbage - totally filling and satisfying. A very wonderful meal when needed most.

Went here for the second time today and had another great experience! The pricing is a little high however ($20.37 including tip and tax for the combo), so I probably won't be coming back for a while. Despite that, the food is wonderful - I ordered the Classic Pork Tonkatsu and Udon combo & had some leftovers to take home. The portion size was big and the katsu was crunchy! Customer service was also fair/good and I have no complaints. The atmosphere was also clean and I love the secret drawers under the tables that contain the silverware and napkins.

I think my favorite food ever is takoyaki, and I am constantly craving the Kurobuta version! It's a small restaurant that always seems to be half full whenever I come for dinner on a weeknight, sharing a parking lot with the other restaurants around it. The menu is sectioned off into katsu plates, noodles, rice bowls, and ramen as your main dishes. Most people seem to be eating ramen when I look around, but for me the star is their squid pork belly bulgogi Don! Perfectly spicy over a bed of white rice, it is the perfect meal for a rainy or cool day. My friends have ordered the katsu and ebi dons and equally loved their dishes. The service is always wonderful, although I don't recommend coming if you're in a big hurry as everything is cooked fresh. They also have a good drinks menu and sometimes do draft beer specials that they write on the announcement board outside the store front. If I lived remotely near here, I would be eating here every week if not more regularly!