Katsu Sushi House

Located on a busy corner on Webster Avenue in Alameda, Katsu is enjoying many continuous years of success. Even though the space has changed ownership several times, Katsu doesn’t seem to be going anywhere.

Serving Japanese cuisine in a casual atmosphere, the Katsu space blends tradition and modernity. Colorful lanterns light up the sushi bar and a bamboo garden graces the dining area. At the same time, multiple flat screen TVs show sitcoms and sports while upbeat, contemporary songs can be heard in the background.

Even though a steady stream of diners come in for the lunch and dinner hours, there’s always room for more, and you’ll never wait around for a table. The sushi chefs will greet you as you come and go, and the wait staff here is attentive throughout the meal.

Katsu has an attached parking lot, sparing you the hassle of hunting for a parking spot the way you would for dinner on Park Street on the other side of the city. Appetizers here include gyoza, tempura, edamame, tempura, and yakitory, along with unique offerings like mussels, enoki beef, and chicken karaage.

Lunch and dinner entrees served with soup and salad include your charbroiled teriyakis, bento boxes, donburi, udon, sushi, and sashimi selections, along with a new selection of galbi and bulgogi dishes you’d expect to find in Korean menu. You can pair your meal with traditional beverages like plum wine, sake, or a cold glass of Sapporo.

While some customers claim that the dishes here can be inconsistently prepared, Katsu offers good food overall, succeeding in its goal to turn Japanese food into the new comfort food for both new and returning customers. The sushi rolls are generously sized and the prices are moderate. Overall, Katsu is a good option for a savory, wholesome, and low-fuss meal on any given evening of the week.

HelloMetro Tip: Dining with kids? Kid's special bento boxes at Katsu are nearly half price.

- by Renee M. Rutledge, San Francisco Reporter for HelloMetro  (Click to leave a message)