We came to Katsu Hama on a Saturday around 5:30pm for dinner before heading off to a show. There is no putting your contacts down to mark your place, as they have a wait in line for your turn type of system. We waited around 30min for a table for 2, which was not bad at all. The seating is close together though. Ordered the Surprise Katsu Curry (A-set $28) and Agedashi Tofu ($8.75) to share. The Surprise Katsu Curry included 1 pork tenderloin, a piece of chicken, a prawn, and curry over rice. The pork katsu was definitely the highlight of this entrée. I never had a katsu that tasted so juicy and tender with such a crisp yet light panko exterior. SO GOOD. Unfortunately, the chicken was pretty small, and the prawn tasted mushy. The curry was also pretty mid. If I could order again, I would just order the pork katsu. Also, it's worth adding the extra $2 for set A because the pork and vegetable miso soup was so flavorful and delicious. The Agedashi Tofu was a lightly fried soft tofu with fish and soy sauce broth, topping with bonito flakes, grated daikon radish and scallions. I'm not the biggest fan of tofu, but if it's made this way all the time, I wouldn't mind eating it multiple times. Service was good despite it being a busy night. We didn't have to flag down anyone to get a refill in water, we were able to order relatively quickly, and get the check when we were ready to head out.

This place is probably the only surviving katsu restaurant in the city. We still come back often, even though sometimes the quality isn't consistent (soggy katsu bottom, sashimi not fresh). I'd say stick to the katsu only. Always upgrade for the better soup with meat and root veggies, that's a nobrainer. Service is always prompt and friendly. Can get super loud at lunch with office workers.

Came to Katsu-Hama for a casual weekend lunch bc we heard it was one of the best katsu places in the city! Did not have a reservation and was seated immediately around lunch time. Service was fast and efficient. We were blown away by the miso soup that came before our main meal, it was loaded with vegetables, roots, and meat; it was so delicious and full of flavor! The main course did not disappoint, our katsu dishes were tender and crispy at the time same. Each table had our own bottle of katsu sauce and salad sauce and both tasted great. I always love a bowl of rice from katsu places bc they are always the best quality rice, which is also the case here. The price was so reasonable as well! If you want a quick/cheap and delicious meal, this is the place to be!

Having returned from Japan a few month ago, I've been craving and trying different shops that serve Tonkatsu, so was excited to see Katsu-Hama. I sat at the counter as you walk in and was promptly waited on. I ordered the regular tonkatsu set with shrimp, rice, miso, and cabbage. I skipped the larger set that came with pickles, potato salad, and green tea. The shrimp was delicious, crisp on the outside and tender inside served with lemon and tartar. The cutlet was juicy, crisp, but a little too thick for my liking. The miso, cabbage, and rice are standard fare but all good. The sesame seeds weren't crushed but added a nice nutty element to the katsu sauce while the dressing for the cabbage was tangy and cut through the fatty pork. I was comfortable, didn't feel rushed, and left full. The restaurant itself is dark inside but has a lively energy.

This place was delicous!! I got the Katsu Curry on Rice that came with a cabbage and potato salad. I would say the side was mid but the main was sooo good. The curry flavor was amazing and the katsu was perfectly crispy on outside, juicy on the inside. They have more private seating and group seating so this would be a good spot to solo dine as well!

My experience at Katsu-hama was decent. They serve generous portions, complete with miso soup and salad. The food itself is good--I've tried both the pork and chicken katsu, and the meat is well-cooked, avoiding dryness. The cabbage is consistently cut, a tad thick. The miso soup and salad are average, typical of what you'd find at any Japanese restaurant. The rice is cooked well, and the sauce and condiments are standard fare. As for the ambiance, it's average. The restaurant is a bit cramped but exudes a charming "hole in the wall" vibe. While there's a hint of Japanese decor, it doesn't particularly stand out. Overall, Katsu-hama offers a solid dining experience without any standout features.

Katsu-Hama serves is a lively Japanese restaurant specializing in Tonkatsu (fried pork cutlet) and curry. During my visit, the restaurant was packed but the staff were working efficiently to get everyone seated in a timely manner. I opted for the chicken and pork loin combo and was not disappointed. As expected, both the pork and the chicken were juicy and fried well. The cabbage salad and dressing were a fantastic side to the fried meat. If you're extra hungry and don't mind the small premium, consider upgrading the miso soup to pork soup and ordering the Berkshire Pork as it is even more juicy and tender than the regular pork. If you find yourself in Midtown and you're looking for tonkatsu, consider Katsu-Hama!

Good katsu and would come back! I honestly didn't notice too much almond difference in quality between the Berkshire (more expensive) and the pork loin. Both were really tender and crispy. We got the cheese pork loin and it was American cheese I think and kind of tasted like a burger. Our group had mixed feelings towards it but I kinda liked it. The servers were very attentive and food came quick.

Katsu-Hama used to take reservations but they no longer do so there may be a wait if you decide to walk in. The space is small so be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes or more depending on what time you get there. It seems like the pork katsus are the most popular items (there is also chicken katsu, crochets, other protein fried items but pork is the main go to). Within the pork katsus there is Berkshire pork, tender loin pork, and pork loin. The waitress explained that the tender loin is more slim meat and the pork loin is a little fattier. I got the pork loin and my friend got the Berkshire pork. The pork loin was actually not that fatty in my opinion. The Berkshire pork which my friend let me try was both fatty and also somehow slightly tougher. I would say that the Berkshire pork had a slightly richer flavor profile. The curry was quite a sweet curry, as expected of most Japanese curries. The curry came with some pickles on the side. Overall I think Katsu Hama is a nice place to get katsu and curry katsu if you're in the area but I have also definitely been to better places in nyc for katsu.

Great quality Katsu. I enjoyed the sets - It comes with soup to start and katsu, a mountain of shredded cabbage, and a rice bowl. The Katsu dipping sauce is quite good, and the dressing for the cabbage is also quite good. I ordered the set that has prawn, shrimp croquette, and chicken katsu. The chicken was my favorite. The shrimp croquette surprised me because it was a mushy interior, consistency of a mashed potato with bits of shrimp in it. The mabience of the restaurant was nice, and resembled some restaurants that can be found in Japan. The service was very friendly throughout, which I appreciated, let us know what the sauces are used for, and they asked if it was okay before taking things away. An overall great dining experience!