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Katsu Sando
Master Critic Reviews (3 Lists)
Katsu Sando
7.8
Tiny sandwich counter turning Japanese konbini staples into hefty, crunchy sandos. Simple choices—katsu, egg, and chicken—hit hard with buttery shokupan and creamy slaws.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Katsu Sando, Egg Salad Sando, Chicken Katsu Curry Sando
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 7.7
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Konbini-style sandos done with chef-level care.
Who should go: Lunch seekers and sandwich heads.
When to visit: Mid-afternoon for zero wait.
What to order: Pork katsu, egg salad, chicken curry sando.
Insider tip: Eat immediately—the bread’s peak is fresh and warm.
Katsu Sando
7.7
Japanese katsu counter with craveable waffle fries and curry dip that turns a side into a main attraction. The fries are thick, ridged, and stay crunchy while soaking up savory curry or katsu sauce. Simple room, fast service, and a fun cross-cultural fry format.
Must-Try Dishes:
Waffle Fries with Curry Dip, Wagyu Curry Cheese Fries, Chicken Katsu Sando
Scores:
Value: 7.7
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.2
What makes it special: Waffle fries + curry dip is a uniquely satisfying combo.
Who should go: Katsu fans who want fries with a twist.
When to visit: Midday for a quick, unfussy meal.
What to order: Waffle fries, wagyu curry cheese fries, chicken katsu sando.
Insider tip: Get curry dip on the side to control the soak.
Katsu Sando
8.3
A compact Chinatown spot specializing in Japanese katsu sandwiches on plush milk bread, with crunchy cutlets and rich house sauces. Slightly spendy for the size, but the textures and seasoning hit hard.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pork Katsu Sando, Honey Walnut Shrimp Sando, Wagyu Curry Dip Sando
Scores:
Value: 7.3
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Japan-inspired katsu sandos with standout sauces and milk bread.
Who should go: Katsu fans and Konbi nostalgics.
When to visit: Early dinner or weekend lunch.
What to order: Pork katsu, honey walnut shrimp, wagyu dip.
Insider tip: Add curry cheese fries to share—they round out the meal.