Absolutely solid katsudon place! Got the Berkshire pork a la carte. Returning in the winter for my cozy hot meal fix. Comparable to Katsudon in Japan- nothing will ever beat katsudon ya Zuicho there for me, but this is just like the other katsu places I've tried in Tokyo

Excellent Japanese Katsu curry here. We had bunch of appetizers and Berkshire pork katsu curry. Nigori sake was delicious. For appetizers the tuna poke was delicious. Chicken karaage and rice balls could be skipped and were very average.

+5

I had the pork loin katsu and the fried oyster. The pork was delicious but the fried oyster must be an acquired taste. The lunch set (a lunch combo) comes with cabbage salad and miso soup. The side of sesame you crush and add the dipping sauce for the pork. The dressing is delicious and light for the cabbage. The beer on tap is great also. All in all, it was a great lunch!

+2

Food: some of the best tonkatsu I've had in the US. Just like how you get them in Japan. Highly recommend the Berkshire Kurobuta Pork Loin Katsu. The curry was very good as well, oftentimes it's either a curry place that does okay tonkatsu, or a tonkatsu place that does okay curry, this place's got both :) Service: was a little slow and you have to flag down the servers if you need anything; they seemed short staffed. Food took a while to come out, but it was worth the wait. Came on a Wednesday night around 7, waited about 10 minutes to get seated for a table of two; no reservation. Overall really recommend the place if you are looking for an authentic tonkatsu in the city. Will definitely be back.

katsu is very delicious. Store is old but clean. Service was pretty quick.

Katsu-Hama is a great spot for katsu, plain and simple. The restaurant offers a variety of food items, making it approachable for everyone. I would definitely return if I’m in the Midtown area.

+1

This is the chicken katsudon and the taste is really yummy, we can feel the Japanese vibes inside the food. For one hour I travel in Tokyo.

I never mean to give such high recommendation to a donkatsu place. But this Katsu Hama place is so just so so so awesome. It's best the best katsu I ever tasted in my life. Crispy outside as well as juicy in side. Got to try there big mug Kirin draft beer. Took my breath away.

+3

The most succulent, crispy, and savory Katsu to ever exist. This is truly a MUST-GO Japanese spot in NYC. The Katsu is gloriously crispy and thick, and the portions are generous. Dishes come with different accompaniments (miso soup, potato salad, etc.) depending on which style you order. The Teishoku includes cabbage salad, miso soup, and rice. The alcohol collection is vast and has something for every palate. The sake menu provides a scale for the tasting notes of each bottle. Expect to pay $25-30 for an entrée and $15+ for drinks.

I really loved the food here! My only drawback is that the tables are a little close together since it’s a small ish restaurant but the food and service are great! They do have single seating bar areas closer to the front and regular seating at the back. YOU MUST HAVE EVERYONE IN YOUR GROUP TO SIT DOWN. I came with three friends. Food we ordered: 2 Half and Half Katsu Don Coney Island set (Gozen) Brooklyn set (teishoku) Diet Coke Okonomi yaki Fried oysters Diet Coke Everything was cooked to perfection and so was the presentation. The okonomi yaki (which essentially like a pizza) was my favorite dish. It’s so unique and had a delightful blend of ingredients.

+6

First of all, was a very busy day, the whole restaurant was packed waited around 20 min for a table, service was very nice, the waiter was very respectful and hospitable. Second, waited around 20 min for the main dish because of the busy day, but the sides was served very quickly, the pork had insanely crispy skin with juicy inside and chicken was so tender and juicy cooked to perfection, takoyaki was decent as well, only the okonomiyaki was mid. Overall, an amazing spot if you want to have some tonkatsu, fairly priced food items and extremely hospitable, Definitely would revisit. -sawa

DELICIOUS KATSU. I was worried because I saw the service was slow but I didn’t experience that at all . There was a little bit of a wait but it wasn’t a big deal. The service was fine the food was worth the wait .

After going to the movies with a friend, we decided to try this Japanese restaurant. They offer a wide variety of nice dishes so it was hard to choose but in the end I decided to go with Sukiyaki, a dish my dad talked about and really loved but I myself had never tried. I'm so glad I did! Sukiyaki is a soup with sliced beef, tofu, carrots, and another green leafy vegetable. It is a hotpot slow cooked in an iron pot. Sweet and sour and super delish! My friend choose one of the available menus but said he wished he had mine 😆.

I went during dinner time with no reservation and it was quite the wait but the food was SOOOO good omg like so crispy and fresh it was insane and I feel like the price is very good for the amount and quality of food you’re getting. The staff were also super nice and efficient esp during peak dinner hours

+1

They put crack in the curry sauce… Jokes aside, truly the best katsu curry ive ever had. I wanna eat at more new spots but this place lures me back in every few weekz… First few times I went here I had just the katsu curry set with the miso soup and salad and that was enough to fill me over. Went with a group one time so got to split some apps, the Okonomiyaki which was sooooo good and also the Takoyaki which always hits anywhere you get it tbh

Man I wish I had found this place sooner. From the traditional layout and spot on Katsu to the friendly service, this is one of the more authentic Japanese experiences in Manhattan. The curry sauce is made in-house and is savory and complex. The Katsu is juicy and perfectly fried without tasting like grease. This is equivalent to some of the best Katsu I had in Japan. Even the miso based soup, which threw me off at first with all its ingredients, was excellent and hearty. The staff here all yell “welcome!” in Japanese when someone enters. Even the cooks do this. Such a simple bit of extra effort to complete the authentic experience. Will be back.

Great spot for some katsus! We came in a little past 12nn on 3/18/23 and we were seated right away (there was only two of us fyi). It’s slightly tight inside so its not the most ideal place for larger groups unless youre all willing to wait for the larger table. Otherwise its not so bad for smaller groups of like 2-4 or when youre eating solo. Service was prompt and we got our orders timely. The takoyaki was delicious although not as meaty as others ive tried. Tasty nonetheless. My favorite app that time though was their tuna poke! Very nicely flavored with sauces that didnt overpower. Fish was fresh and had beautiful color too. As for the katsus: Both Big Berkshire and my order of Berkshire curry katsu were delicious. Perfect in crispiness, delicious flavor, meaty and generous in portion. We had no left overs at all lol At first hubster was worried that Big Berkshire might not be cooked right because it was “big” but the meat was cooked very well while maintaining that tenderness of the meat but still having that nice crunch on the outside. For me, I enjoyed my order as well. I loved the added pickled peppers since it added color to the dish. And more importantly, i definitey loved that the curry katsu was so flavorful and when you smother that rice with that sauce…man its such a good lunch indeed!

+5

The best comfort food! My best friend and I’s favorite restaurant! I have been coming here for around 8 years and the quality of the food has remained the same, amazing! I’m sad they closed their other location but I’m happy this location has remained open, I’ve tried other katsu places but nothing beats this place. It isn’t very spacious but it’s cozy and the perfect place during winter. Definitely recommend 100%%%!

Had a great meal here! I ordered the chicken Katsu curry. The curry was really rich and flavourful, while the chicken was crispy and juicy. The portion was huge and the dining experience was very efficient, with most of the seating being solo against the bar or wall. It’s one of the best Japanese curry’s I’ve had and I will definitely be back!

Incredible food, absolutely delicious. The Berkshire pork katsu was incredibly juicy yet crunchy, the rice was perfect, and the soup was warming and hearty in the best possible way. Also love the tight and cozy katsu house seating, really made the dinner perfect.

i got the chicken katsu curry and it was one of the best i’ve ever had in the city! the service was wonderful as well! we went for lunch and despite it being busy, we were seated right away and the food came out quickly too!

Was grabbing lunch with a friend and he suggested this place. Absolutely a hidden gem.

A very popular spot smack dab in the middle of Midtown's financial district. Honestly quite reasonably priced for the amount of food you get. I got the Brooklyn set which came with a delectable pork katsu, two fried chicken karage pieces, potato salad, and a surprisingly hearty soup too. Would come back again, but maybe without the finance bros next time.

We had a really good dinner at Katsu-Hama. My Big Berkshire katsu was so tender and crispy.

Great restaurant! Had to wait about 15 minutes for seats during lunch time but it was worth it. I forgot the name of the appetizer but the server recommended it so we tried it and it was good :) I like how the tofu was slightly fried outside but soft inside. We got the pork Katsu and chicken katsu curry set. Definitely recommend trying their curry! They gave a generous portion. It was really filling since we got the set with the potato salad and meat&vegetable miso soup! Their ginger dressing was perfect for my salad, not too strong of a ginger taste. Servers were friendly, I will definitely be coming back!

One of the best katsu place ever! The food was perfectly fried and still so tender and juicy inside. The takoyaki is a must try also! The portion is big so this is a good place to share food with others!

The cheese curry pork cutlet is absolutely delicious! The curry is rich and smooth with a hint of spice, and the pork cutlet is crispy on the outside yet tender inside. Combined with the creamy cheese, the flavors come together perfectly. Every bite is pure happiness highly recommended for anyone who loves curry and cheese! A small tip: pair it with a tangy salad to balance the richness it makes the meal even more refreshing.

We had the Katsuhama special set, Berkshire pork loin with 2 prawns, the oroshi Berkshire pork loin and warabi mochi for dessert. The katsu dishes were fantastic and highly recommended. The warabi mochi dessert was half frozen and not what I expected. It wasn't bad but I wouldn't recommend it, otherwise excellent meal

If you’re craving the perfect pork katsu in New York City, Katsu Hama is the place to go. Famous for their Berkshire pork katsu, this spot delivers an incredible dining experience that feels both comforting and indulgent. I tried the miso katsu, and it was nothing short of amazing. The pork was perfectly crispy on the outside yet incredibly tender and juicy on the inside, coated with a rich and flavorful miso sauce that added just the right amount of umami. Every bite had that satisfying crunch followed by melt-in-your-mouth goodness. The meal comes as a set with soup, salad, and rice, making it a well-rounded and fulfilling experience. The portions were just right generous enough to leave you satisfied but not overly heavy, allowing you to fully enjoy every component of the meal without feeling overwhelmed. The miso soup was warm and comforting, the salad was fresh and crisp, and the rice was the perfect complement to the katsu. Everything was well-balanced, allowing the quality of the pork to shine. Katsu Hama doesn’t just serve great food it perfects a classic dish with premium ingredients, expert execution, and thoughtfully portioned meals. Whether you’re a longtime katsu fan or trying it for the first time, this is a spot that will leave you completely satisfied and eager to return.

Maybe the best katsu shop in town that does not break a bank 😅. Deliciously "light" fried meat is excellent. Not sure how "fried" and "light" can be in the same sentence but it's true🤣. The pork is excellent. Curry, sushi and rolls, and ramen are also great. Combo let's u sample everything 👍. Reservation definitely helps and visit often 🤩. And their take out looks like a bento box with excellent design and style. Very nicely done and one of the best designs for take out containers 👍

I loved the atmosphere. It was very cozy and elegant. Perfect for a date or a nice lunch/dinner. The waiters were very nice and patient. Our food came decently quick. The meat and vegetable soup was very refreshing, and I loved it. The salad was fine. I'm not a big fan of salad, but it was fresh and looked good. We ordered the tokoyaki, and it was amazing. Perfect texture. We all got the katsu curry rice. It was heavenly!! I loved it a lot, and it had a pretty big portion. Couldn't finish it all, but if I had space, I would have devoured it. Overall, I would like to come back and try other menu items.

+1

Small no-frills sort of place but the food is really really good! Fast service too. Great for solo diners since there’s a bar area.

We had a delightful lunch at Katsu Hama the day after Christmas. Despite the 15-20 minute wait, we were fortunate to be seated right away. The ambiance was cozy, perfect for a chilly New York day. We ordered the half & half katsu curry, pork and chicken tonkatsu, and sashimi. The soup was particularly comforting, warming us up nicely. The staff were friendly and attentive, ensuring that my sons had spoons and forks promptly. Overall, Katsu Hama provided a wonderful dining experience with delicious food and excellent service. Highly recommended!

+4

This place hit my preference.. the Berkshire pork meat was amazing.. highly recommend this rather than regular pork. However, if u want a big meal more than high-quality meat, then lunch special fits you better! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥✨Berkshire pork was so tender, juice, and perfectly fried! I like it with the fried pork sauce. Highly recommend! 🍛🌟🌟Curry rice was outstanding as well. The flavor was pretty balanced, slightly stocky, spicy but not overwhelming. 🍱🥢💫Lunch special: pork rice with sashimi box was a clever choice. The regular pork was not as juicy as the Berkshire pork but this set was huge. ❗️+$2 level-up sides: optional! You get pork slices in ur miso soup and a scoop of potato salad with ur cabbage.

Serenity 333

Very nice place. Serving staffs were all very friendly. decor inside was cute, I tried chicken katsu don and my family had chicken katsu curry. food was delicious. I would definitely come back. It's a nice place to grab great food when you're near Rockefeller center area. Also very conveniently located close to 48st/madison entrance to grand central LIRR. so it was perfect to have a nice meal and catch the LIRR.

Bar Atsmon

Felt like we were back in Kyoto. The Katsu curry was amazing, they even had the pickles spot on. Not fancy but feels authentic, homey and comforting.

Unfortunately, a food allergy made all the fried items unavailable but I was still able to get some nice edamame and the eggplant appetizer - which was amazing! Others in my party got the katsu, which looked great. Only complaint I heard was that people were too full after eating it all! The entrees came with great miso soup and cabbage salad.

Food was very good. Service is a bit slow bu worth the wait. We came 20 min after they opened an we’re seated right away, by the time we were done there was a line out the door. For sure coming back.

I sat solo at the bar on a Tuesday early evening (right before 5pm). I was seated and eating the main entree within 15 minutes. There was an excellent mouthfeel, and the flavor was very enjoyable. The quality was definitely there compared to other restaurants I've tried in Kyoto, Japan with the same order. This Berkshire Pork Kastu Curry was $28 after tax, and the restaurant is close to Grand Central.

Jack Tuggle

My friend flew in and just neeeded to get this place. This is the only thing he really wanted. I was surprised cus I never heard of it. (However he was confused cus it use to be in a diff location) Food - I really don’t find Katsu done well in nyc often but this place was perfect. All of the Katsu we got was large in portion. Juicy and delicious. Reasonable pricing. Great sides and sauces. I enjoyed it all and I wanna go back and try all the other things Atmosphere- we put our name down and only waited 10 min. However the line got long really fast so keep that in mind. Wait might be much longer. Service was swift and all staff were amazing. I got the miso on top of mine and honestly it didn’t need it haha

+1

It was crowded there for sure, had to wait around 10 to 15.minutes and we came 30 minutes after opening. But the food was absolutely delicious. Big portions and the chicken nanban is super good. We got the donkatsu and the cheese tonkatsu

Great lunch spot. I had the chicken katsu and it was super crispy and flavorful. Comes with cabbage and rice, everything felt fresh and really well done. Very satisfying and delicious — perfect for lunch. Would definitely come back.

Yon Ant

Food was delicious, serving size is generous. Service is great. Just be aware of long waiting time.

+1

Love this place so much. It’s my go-to katsu curry place in manhattan. The food was delicious and the curry set value was so great.

The curry is great but the cutlet with the ponzu is incredible. They make it in house apparently But...wow what a difference time makes. I used to go here occasionally before COVID and it was always fine and it was never crowded. I preferred Curry Ya. But they've seized on the opportunity of Curry Ya closing...this place is now insanely good with lines out the door.

Kongphop Attakowitwitaya

Katsu-Hama delivers a level of tonkatsu and curry that’s genuinely hard to find in New York. Everything about the meal felt right. The tonkatsu was perfectly fried — light, crisp, and not greasy — with juicy meat inside and a clean, delicate crust. The curry was equally impressive: deep, balanced, and comforting without being overly heavy or sweet. It’s the kind of flavor that feels faithful to what tonkatsu and Japanese curry are meant to be. There’s no unnecessary flair here — just proper technique and respect for the dish. If you’re looking for tonkatsu and curry done the correct way, this place is absolutely worth seeking out.

Leo Zou

Really delicious and filling. The Berkshire is leagues better than the tender loin, a must get. The aji fired was unbeatably tender and delicious. The prawns were really crispy and goes well with the tartar sauce. Love the mountain of cabbage given, washes away the excess oil from eating so much fried food.

Great katsu spot in Manhattan! If you’re looking for Japanese food in the area, this is the place to go. The katsu was crispy and juicy, and the staff were friendly. The food was served quickly, which was great. I’d definitely come back again.

I’ve been dying to go here for a while and i finally stumbled in on a wednesday night. Katsu was the perfect texture, fried prawn was FAT and the croquette was so yummy. The soup that comes with set A, I wasn't too impressed by. Very salty. I’d go for the miso soup next time and save $2 lol Would go down a star if it weren't for the value. If there was a drastic price increase this would go down to four stars.

Katsu Hama is a no-frills Japanese spot specializing in pork katsu, and they might just be the masters of it. It is possibly the best I’ve had outside of Japan. The katsu is surprisingly light, not greasy at all, and I didn’t feel heavy/“yeet hay” after finishing the entire set. I went on a weekday night and didn’t have to wait for a table. The restaurant has plenty of seating, though it felt a bit understaffed. ＊5th Avenue Set $25 I wanted to try a bit of everything so I got one of their assorted sets, which came with pork loin, prawn, and shrimp cream croquette. I felt like this is a smart move as I was so amazed by how delicious the prawn and the croquette were, even though they specialize in pork. The prawn was HUGE, meaty and bouncy, while the croquette was creamy with bits of shrimp meat. ＊Berkshire Pork Loin Katsu Curry $27 I personally prefer the pork loin over this berkshire pork loin, which was more expensive but somehow tougher than the pork loin. It was indeed meatier, but it was tougher. The curry though was surprisingly delicious. They didn’t only use store-bought curry cubes as I could taste bits of beef (?) in the curry. ** Set A comes with miso soup, cabbage salad, and potato salad, while Set B is about $2 cheaper and comes with everything except the potato salad.

+3

Kelly Nishimura

I read the latest comments and I’m surprised about the service critics as the host was very friendly and efficient when he saw us with our toddler. Wait time was around 8 minutes for lunch. The Berkshire Loin Katsu Teishoku was Wow! Juicy and lots of flavor, good presentation. Chicken Katsu Curry was very very crispy! Loved it! I can’t remember the last time I had one like that. Perfect juicy and crispy! I wish it had more pieces! The rice was also very good and the curry sauce was very good, not as spicy and it had some ingredient that made it taste a bit different than the traditional, more to a little sweetness at the end. The service from the rest of the team was very good. It’s the first we go to a restaurant where the server understand our needs with a toddler and offered to bring us the rice 🍚 bowl for him in advanced! Love that! We will certainly come back and I’d Highly Recommend it!

Ella

This jap restaurant has been my go-to whenever I'm in new york. My ultimate comfort food whatever season it is. I cant recommend and rate this enough. I always order the same thing and it hits me hard every single time. I order this combo, cheese tonkatsu with tempura and potato croquette. Tastes quality and everything goes well together. Paired with Sapporo, my fave japanese beer. Service was quick and the staff are fairly nice. I always dine solo so I dont really have to wait that long. Atmosphere was perfect for me too.

Samantha Y

Their katsu is really good very similar to Japan. Nice juicy tender chunk of meat with light but crispy exterior. Their portion sizes are also hugeeee. None of us could finish and had to take almost half home. I like that it comes with the cabbage salad and miso soup so the meal is balanced. I did not love the curry tho. It’s too sweet for me personally. I would get one of the katsu sets instead of curry next time.

M K

Came on a weeknight and had to wait 15-20min to be seated. Not sure if they take reservations but the wait was acceptable. (Although I wish there was another entrance or pick up spot for the online delivery because the entrance got crowded so quickly with ppl waiting to be seated and delivery guys waiting for their order) We ordered the sashimi salad and was surprised how big the sashimi was cut. I ordered the 5th ave special and it didn’t disappoint. I love how it came with a side of raw cabbage to have some veggies with the fried food. Overall large in portion, friendly staff, and good food. I wish there was a ventilation system where there’s more air circulation!

Guaranteed good meal and service!! I would recommend trying that Berkshire pork which was incredibly tender

Guaranteed good meal and service!! I would recommend trying that Berkshire pork which was incredibly tender

Guaranteed good meal and service!! I would recommend trying that Berkshire pork which was incredibly tender

Went for a friend's birthday. There was no wait time and amble room. Delicious, fast and street parking available outside.

Legit Authentic Fancy Super-Good Katsu Joint this is!\n\nLocated near Grand Central Terminal on East 47th Street, We called ahead for reservations, and were promptly seated upon arrival. Busy place…

i so wanted this place to suck because of how touristy and busy it is but have to admit its the most memorable pork katsu ive had and ive tried two different places in japan. i was expecting ever…

I love the decor like a small wooden Japanese restaurant.\n\nStaff was very welcoming and attentive. \n\nFood was amazing my wife order the Lunch Special pork Loin with Oyster.\n\nI ordered the Kat…

We were craving good old pork katsu after a long days work so came for a late dinner on a weekday. Don't believe there's reservations so waited in line for about 15 minutes or so before we were sea…

Great katsu and curry. The katsu was perfectly fried, and the miso soup stood out compared to the usual pre-packaged versions. service was prompt, and we lucked out with a side room that kept thing…

The food was authentic and flavors were spot on, casual atmosphere, great service. Thoroughly enjoyed the dinner.

ambiance - Cozy, clean and roomy seating. They have both seating for party and solo dining. \n\nService - fast and attentive. The waitress is at the corner, easy to ask questions and other needs. F…

Delicious and cooked to perfection is pork loin katsui. We love their homemade takatsui sauce and the yummy salad dressing. Walk-in only, no reservations but worth it

This is a katsu, fried pork tempura, style restaurant. They used black pork chops and regular pork chops. All the meats tasted good and were fresh fried. Overall, a good katsu restaurant that is served quick and tasty.

+6

I came back a year later to try a new menu item! And the food was still great :). I tried their prawn gozen set, super fulfilling and delicious!! Even had some leftovers because it was a lot of food haha, but def recommend their cheaper option (teishoku) if you want to save a few $$. It’s essentially the same but the soup is diff and no potato salad.. my friends got teishoku sets and were still very full! Even though we came on a Sunday for brunch, the service was a still slow.. We had to flag them down a few times to take our order, to pay, and refill water :(. We were seated in the back so there was not a lot of visibility for a big group.

The food was really good for katsu if you into japanese deep fried stuff come here. However, make a reservation. we showed up without a reservation, they said 10-15 mins, we waited 35 minutes for a table. This place is also understaffed. They needed another waiter (waiter was competent and nice but we needed to hunt for them and flag them down) and they need someone to be a hostess full time. No one was full time manning the front so people waiting would pile up from diners to food pick up delivery people.

* Katsuhama Special Set Gozen (4.5/5) * Chicken Katsu Curry (4/5) * Pork & Veg soup is better than regular miso soup * Service (3/5) Came here on Sunday evening and the restaurant was packed and there was a shorter wait for a party of 2. We ordered right away and waited close to 30 minutes for our food. We wouldn't have minded the wait if they hadn't forgotten about our drinks (which was just water) for 20 minutes. The Katsu is made to order so it is fresh from the fryer and crispy. I got the Berkshire Pork Loin in my Katsuhama set but didn't feel that it was that tender or any more special that the cheaper pork cuts. Shrimp katsu was good. The curry sauce was also just okay, you're not missing out on anything. Overall, a good meal.

This place has minimal wait time and one of the crispiest katsu I've tried. The shredded lettuce pairs well with the katsu to balance the texture. The soup is decent - nothing particularly stands out

Speciality restaurant with a focus on Pork Katsu (fried pork cutlet) with a few other complimentary items. Berkshire Katsu is the premium meat selection. Relatively small place but doesn’t feel cramped. Good service especially for an almost always packed house. There hasn’t been too many times I’ve visited where there isn’t a small line near the door waiting for a table. Unfortunately, they do not take reservations. However, other than a Saturday night at 6:30, most times I think you will be seated in 10-15 minutes. Tasty and served hot. Yes it’s fried but not weighted down in oil. Definitely recommended. 05/17/2023 Added a few more pictures. Delicious as before. Highly recommended if you are in the area.

+1

Katsu was amazing! So crunchy and perfectly seasoned. Okonomiyaki was okay. I felt like sitting tables were way too close together.

Tasty and satisfying, with portions that are just right after a day of traveling. Berkshire pork katsu curry was very tasty.

The portions here are HUGE, I was pleasantly surprised. Everything tasted great as well. My only complaint were the “cocktails”. They were canned drinks that were poured into a mug with ice. By the end of our meal, it was watered down and tasted like sparkling water. I expected more since the menu showed a more elaborate drink, but for $8, I should’ve known. Definitely would come back for the food only.

Friendly staff. Food was good but don’t expect an affordable katsu-curry. Expect to pay $25-$30 for each one you order. I think it’s honestly overpriced since I’ve had katsu curry of the same quality and quantity for only $13, although this was not in NYC. You might be like us who were unlucky and end up being seated in the most uncomfortable area of the restaurant, but from the looks of it, every other seat was decent.

Really nice Japanese katsu place at relatively affordable prices. My friend and I came at around 1 on a Saturday afternoon and was seated immediately. Service was great and food came fairly quickly. I ordered the Berkshire pork katsu rice. My friend ordered the fried oyster rice. They have 2 unisex bathrooms although they are not wheelchair friendly. Update- I went again with two friends and it's still good!

+6

amazing tempura + katsu albeit expensive. home-y pork miso, sauce that came with the tonkatsu appeared homemade with egg whites, everything perfectly crispy, and quality ingredients. will definitely be back!!!!! waiter was very accommodating and let me sub one of the shrimp tempuras for oyster so I could try both! :) happy to report both were awesome!

This is a Japanese restaurant. それは美味しいラストランです The food is delicious, we have ordered a set with pork and shrimp, there are soups and rice. A small bowl of sesame is served for us to mix with the sauce for the pork. The pork and tempura shrimp are fired, just at the right level. However there was not enough staff, so the serving was quite slow, we need to wait a while every time to get a waiter/waitress.

+6

Not as good as a year ago. (1) The corner of the pork loin were all fat. Real Japanese katsu would’ve removed that. (2) they’re really busy so the waiters are not really providing any service. Our entire hour there, no water refill, no taking away empty plates, no checking in. For the price point, we would expect at least some service (3) bathroom is dirty. No paper towel, only hand dryer so water were splashing everywhere

Food was pretty good. Waited about 20 minutes for a table during lunch. Service was great.

Good times all around! Japanese comfort food always hits the spot, but it's easy to over order. The wait time can be a bit long depending on what time you show up. Three friends and I showed up around 7pm on a Thursday night and waited for about 20 minutes to get seated. Katsu-Hama is very popular so just keep that in mind. If it's your first time here then definitely order the Berkshire Pork. Very filling. We also ordered some beer and sake 🍶 Friendly and attentive service!

Katsu was nice and crispy, miso soup surprisingly good. Super busy and always a queue. Service could’ve been better.

Nicholas Cheng

This is my first time at a restaurant dedicated to Tonkatsu. The 1/2 pound Bershire Pork was probably the juiciest fried pork I have ever had. The panko outside was crunchy and flaky without being too oily. The cabbage salad that they provide you is simple, but its elevated with their house made dressing. The restaurant is a little bit small and started to get really crowded around 6-7pm. If yoy want to avoid a wait I would suggest going around 5pm.

We have been here several times over the years and this week, we brought out of town visitors to have a great meal. We ordered several different katsu dishes and all were yummy. Our guests were very happy we brought them. Back to have valentine Day lunch. Got there after 1pm and it was still almost full. We ordered two pork katsu lunch sets. One A and one B. Soup was tasty but too salty. Katsu was nice and crispy. Delicious. Waiter was very helpful even though he was really busy.

+3

DD Blue

Katsu is 100% same quality as Japan. A young male waiter kept forgetting the same thing that customers had asked him to do. Therefore minus one star.

Kayla M

The katsu was very good. Great crisp and not greasy. Loved their homemade sauce that went with it. I do think the prices are a little high for the portion sizes but it's also NYC. The tables are also a bit cramped which can make it hard if you've got accessibility issues.

Debbie Lowe (3jamigos)

Casual katsu place in midtown. The katsu is very good, crispy not greasy, tender but with a nice chew. The fried shrimp is also really good. We ordered the sashimi salad and tofu agedashi. Both were served after we received our main dish, a timing issue. Either way I would skip both these dishes next time. The fish was fresh but the salad and dressing were meh. The tofu was a bit soggy. Stick to the katsu which comes with shredded cabbage that you douse with their homemade dressing that was very good. I got the katsu curry, curry was delish. Also tried the KATSUDON also very good. We had the Berkshire pork but you can opt for the regular pork if you want. Just rating the Katsu, would give it 5 stars

Michelle Yang

A popular spot for Japanese food beyond the typical sushi or ramen: tonkatsu, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, etc. But there are no reservations ahead of time (must wait in line) and, goodness, this place is LOUD during dinnertime! Because this place is usually busy around peak hours, the waiters don’t get to attend your table well and food comes out rather slowly. I’ve noticed this in both of my visits here.

+2

solid thick cuts of katsu with nice flaky and crispy breading. definitely more reminiscent of the style of katsu i tried in japan (which i prefer). lots of counter space as well as dining room space.…

We arrived around 6 PM on a Thursday and we were immediately seated but admittedly the restaurant was quite full and busy. The wait time for our food wasn't too bad though. \n\nI didn't enjoy the…

We arrived around 6 PM on a Thursday and we were immediately seated but admittedly the restaurant was quite full and busy. The wait time for our food wasn't too bad though. \n\nI didn't enjoy the amb…

We arrived around 6 PM on a Thursday and we were immediately seated but admittedly the restaurant was quite full and busy. The wait time for our food wasn't too bad though. \n\nI didn't enjoy the a…

This is one of favorite food spots in the NYC and a lot of other people's too. Every time I go, it's packed especially during lunch time. They have great and reasonably priced lunch special options…

This is one of favorite food spots in the NYC and a lot of other people's too. Every time I go, it's packed especially during lunch time. They have great and reasonably priced lunch special options…

We came here on a Friday night and were seated at the bar without a wait. Food came quickly after we ordered.\n\nYou can choose your entree as a part of 2 types of sets, and I chose the lighter opt…

cute, intimate ambiance. tucked away in a corner for sure. not a lot of servers running the floor but food still came out quickly. great price on the small plates, katsu price wasn't as much a st…

cute, intimate ambiance. tucked away in a corner for sure. not a lot of servers running the floor but food still came out quickly. great price on the small plates, katsu price wasn't as much a stea…

Had the chance to go to Katsu-Hama three times now. Place is a great spot to stop by if in the area.\n\nPortion sized are huge here and you feel like you're getting your money's worth. They also ha…

Really good food, The katsu is great and they have Sapporo on tap! The apps are priced to you can enjoy a little bit of everything. The service was okay but not as attentive as I would have liked b…

We used to love this place — but on our latest visit, we found the katsu so greasy and the cabbage overly wet. The counter tables were sticky and felt way too cramped — it’s hard to enjoy any meal there, especially dinner. Very disappointing and we don’t know if we’ll come back.

This place was good! The egg and chicken katsu don was delicious and I enjoyed the takoyaki and the okonomoyaki. However, there was an incredibly disgusting smell wafting through the restaurant (as others have mentioned that made the entire experience very unpleasant. Would not recommend

Came here on Sunday around noon time and it was beyond crowded. A long line formed outside of the restaurant but fortunately because we were a small party of two we were able to get seated at the bar within fifteen minutes. The food was good, miso soup had meat inside. Overall was on the salty side but that was expected. I ordered curry chicken katsu and it came with a side of potato salad, cabbage, and miso soup. Takoyaki tasted standard and was overpriced. The con was that the staff was definitely overworked as they forgot to bring us water until we asked. Obviously not their fault, the owner could've hired more people as you can see how much profit they make since this is such a popular place. PS the bathroom is super dirty

Not worth the long wait. The katsu is okay, appreciate the thickness in cut, sauce is okay, not great, I guess it’s so busy bc the price is right for a prime location like this near time square. The service was very slow bc they are understaffed for the ratio per staffs to the tables, and no one came back to check on the tables or refill water. You would need to get them while passing by if you might need anything. The most turn off point for me were the appetizers, got the samplers which had gyoza, takoyaki, spring rolls and also ordered the Japanese “pizza”/pancake, they were very obviously premade and came in packages from the supplier, all the veggies in the items had no texture and “mushy”. I rather an establishment concentrate on their niche, be busy, be honest and not bother with more items on the menu just to fill the menu space. And not to cheat on the customers with package food, and to just heat it up in the microwave or fryer. My pet peeve when dining out. Will not return.

The sanitary inspection rating was B. Still, since it was a famous spot I had wanted to try, I went. The taste was just average. I ordered a 12oz beer, but the receipt showed a charge for 30oz, so they had to redo the payment.

Dani

Food: we ordered 3 appetizers, takoyaki which is good, salmon nan ban which is also good and the disappointing okonomiyaki. For the entree, we ordered the Katsu hama special, tender loin with 2 prawns. They are okay, nothing special, I prefer the prawns than the pork katsu. I've been to better katsu place. Service: is okay as well, they misheard our first order by giving takoyaki instead of okonomiyaki so we just ordered additional okonomiyaki, the reason why we have 3 appetizers. Atmosphere: we visited few mins after they opened so it's not yet crowded. The place is so small. Is it worth it? Maybe for those who wants to experience it but for me, this is not it.

Carly Medosch

I have been coming here consistently every few months for a couple years now when visiting the city. Unfortunately after my recent visit I had to check the reviews because the experience has really gone downhill. Service is normally really fast, but it took 30 minutes to get my katsu order. The menu changed from a book to a single laminated sheet and you no longer have the ability to order à la cart - you must buy a meal set. The cabbage had ice cubes in the bottom and the dressing was flavorless. Like others have said, aside from bringing your food there is no service. I had to flag someone down for more water, and then to pay. The breading on my katsu was falling off the meat, which was disappointing. I’m going to be looking for a new place.

MATTHEW SODIKOFF

I feel like a harsh critic as the food was good. The service was slow and seemed dis organized. The katsu was good but everything could have been served hot. Everything was warm. The salad was good but weird with the abundance of lemons. Soup was good. Dressing and sauces were good. Beer was cold. Drank my tea and never offered refill. Maybe better take out

+1

Jaye Aster Broder

It was fine. You really couldn’t put your name on waitlist as they seat by table+size availability. This spot had decently large portions. I don’t love Katsu but people said it was very good. I liked that I could have a full meal if appetizers like agedasho tofu (recommend), eggplant, and okonomiaki. I wish the okonomiaki was a little less organized but recognize this spot is primarily a Katsu spot.

Food was pretty good but servers are inattentive. Got seated in the bar area, ordered a couple of appetizers and curry set. They don’t bother to clear empty plates, space is already tight but they will seat someone right next to you where dirty plates are because there’s no room since they bring everything out all at once and they still don’t take the plates or even bother to ask if they can. One of them asked if I was finished only after I paid, pointing to the plates clearly stacked with chopsticks and napkins. You’re seriously asking me now? Can hear the kitchen people clowning around with the other staff so they aren’t deaf but they’re sure as hell blind.

I'm surprised no one has mentioned the smell of this place. I sat by the bar area and the odor was so strong I had to breathe through my mouth the entire time. It was this tangy, musty smell. Possibly from the smell of the old frying oil mixed with the sauces and a bathroom odor coming from just behind the counter. The air was also thick and stale. The place clearly hasn’t been ventilated in ages. I tried to get used to the smell given the good reviews but just couldn't and ended up rushing to get the bill so I could leave ASAP. I genuinely came out of that restaurant gasping for fresh air. Maybe this smell and the lack of ventilation isn’t something that bothers the usual lunchtime crowd. Maybe it's better further back in the restaurant. But for those of you with acute senses, beware. The tonkotsu itself was fine but you couldn’t pay me to go back in there.

Flory

This restaurant benefits from a great location, but the experience doesn’t live up to it. The sashimi salad was fresh and the katsu curry was filling, but the service completely ruined the meal. Everything felt slow and the servers had a distinct attitude. It made the environment feel hostile and unwelcoming. A solid first and last time visit. They should be doing so much better. There are better options nearby.

Google Maps says they close at 9pm We arrived at 7:45pm and were told the kitchen closes at 8pm. No problem, I’ve been here before and know exactly what I want, so I’d be quick. I almost got seated, but another server came out and said they closed at 8:30pm today. Half of the restaurant looked like they were closed and had their lights down. It just seems like they didn’t want to take on another customer and probably wanted to go home early because they were slow on a Sunday night in Midtown.