At King Katsu Land, you can expect flawlessly fried slabs of meat—in humongous portions. Think a chicken cutlet big enough to rival Patrick Bailey’s mitt, finger-length slices of pork katsu fanned out in a bowl of tteokbokki, or a plate of boneless chicken big enough to feed at least a party of four. Even if you’ve been to this Daly City Korean spot before, it’s not uncommon for your breath to hitch when the plate hits the table. Everything we’ve tried is cooked exactly how you’d hope, with a seemingly sog-defying, big-flaked panko exterior and juicy meat inside. Thankfully, there are some non-fried dishes to help cut through the richness, like solid cold soba and udon, but they definitely play a supporting role. If you and a few of your friends are in the mood for a tasty lunch or dinner that automatically requires that you lie on the couch for the remainder of the day, King Katsu is a very good option. We suggest swinging by this casual, seat-yourself spot on a weekday, as weekends often come with a wait. If that’s not an option, this place churns out to-go orders fast.
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