Kaita Restaurant

I have been going here for years. I live alot closer now, so I go somewhat frequently.It has a nice variety of food. Sushi is good (although not the best I've ever had--Tomi might be a bit better).I used to love the tonkatsu here, but something's changed the past year. Did they change the pork quality? It's just off.Because it's a small place, they fill up quick. However, their food is pretty authentic in both food and hospitality.You may find better Japanese places in other areas of the Bay Area, but I will save you some trouble: this is the best restaurant in San Jose Japantown at least. Some of the others down that street are garbage.

pros:-best japanese food in japantown-great variety of super authentic food on their menu; affordable prices-fast servicecons:-none

We visited this restaurant with friends while we were in California for vacation. Our order and ratings (1-10 with 10 being the highest) were:Fried oysters - 8Scallop Curry - 8Short Ribs - 8Combo sushi - 7.5Spider Rolls - 7The service was prompt, and the food was the correct temperature. It's not a huge place, but we only had a short wait until we were seated. The staff were friendly and we felt welcome. The sushi was okay, nothing special, but the other dishes were good.

I got the Kaisendon which in included about 5 different fishes, shrimp, tomago, scallop, squid, octopus and unagi. Special Kaisendon comes with uni and toro compared for regular Kaisendon. Overall decently priced for a Kaisendon and tasted like good quality fish. It's a smaller restaurant and we went on a Friday night which wasn't a long wait. They also had special combos which we had missed before we ordered so next time we'd want to try that instead.

"On the sushi at Kaita:The price ain't right-a."Stick to the entrées. Karaage curry was a special when this foodie dined at Kaita. The price was reasonable for a large portion of crunchy fried chicken and unremarkable curry gravy. A good filler upper. Nigiri sushi ordered a la carte was highway robbery. $8 per two piece order of sake and hamachi. $16 per two piece order of toro. Quality prices for mid, disappointing fish. The service is very business-like. The decor is snug and homely. Avoid the sushi, stick to the entrées and grab a mochi next door afterward. True score: 7.9 / 10Return: NO

Dined in 12/2/24 around 1:24 PM: Definitely check the sushi prices prior to ordering! We were a tad bit bamboozled upon seeing the bill since we ordered 6 pieces of nigiri total but that was almost half the bill. The karaage curry was delicious, nothing super amazing about the flavor profile for the curry but it was a very homey dish and the chicken was hot, juicy and crispy. Service was friendly and food came out quickly, ambiance is very warm (not sure the AC was on that day), so I can see this being a cozy place to come to during the winter. Bathroom was clean and parking is doable in the neighborhood, just a short walk away.

I think this is the best fish i've had in awhile. Located in Japantown right next to the mochi place, wasn't packed and came here for the first time on Wed evening. We were seated right away and our server was very attentive, brought us waters and refills were always there. I ordered the Special Kaisen Don and my bf ordered the Amerjack 3 ways special. For $37.95 the special kaisen don came with toro and uni. I have to say the fish was sooo fresh, the uni was sooo good, i think it tasted like Santa Barbara- has a bite and tastes like the ocean. The toro was very good too! Comes with plenty of rice and miso and salad. My bf really enjoyed his Amberjack fish, it was cooked crispy and very delighful in the crunch and taste. The fried pieces were nice and i also loved the japanese potato salad it came with. Was pretty blown away by this place and it might be my fav sushi place now.

I went to this place once because my Japanese friend said it seemed like home food and it really did not disappoint. Went again and brought my whole family and each meal was just excellent. I got the negitoro don (special menu, on white board when entering) and it was some of the best fish I've ever eaten. Would 100% hands down come again and again.Service is great and fast. Location is clean and nice.

Randomly found this spot and I was glad that I did. I was so excited to show my partner that I took her there the following week.Food: ok, this is a bit hard cause 2 very different experiences. The first time I went for lunch, the food was incredible. I got their special curry with chicken and it was the best Japanese curry I've had in my life. There, I said it. I make J curries at home, I'm a decent cook. This was just light years away. So damn good that despite the fact that my second meal (hamburger patty with cabbage on top) was bad (imo), I still give this place 5/5 for food. I can't sell this curry enough. Only available for lunch tho so keep that in mind. Also tried their gyoza and chicken katsu. Above average but can't touch the curry.Service: great service overall. Staff has been nice both times. No notes from me. First time, server came out and shared a little tidy bit on how they make the broth so much appreciated.Ambiance: small, but great. Both times didn't feel rushed despite them being busy with people waiting. Feels like a mom and pop shop and that's always such a great vibe.Overall, 100% recommend. It would take a few bad experiences for me to change my mind about this place with just how good that curry is. Make it available for dinner! I can't always do lunch :)

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