Disappointing experience overall. I ordered the beef udon, which was bland — the meat was chewy and had no real flavor besides being overly salty. The portion was small, and there were barely any toppings or ingredients in the bowl — it felt empty. The donkatsu ramen was just okay, but again, the portion was small with only two pieces of pork and very little else. The chicken curry was similar — just okay, small portion, and lacking substance. I understand that Disney World restaurants tend to be pricey, but this felt like poor value for the cost. Overall, it was an unpleasant and overpriced meal. I’d recommend trying a different restaurant instead.
Chris C
Katsura Grill is in my opinion a hidden gem at Epcot. It is fairly secluded in the Japan pavilion surrounded by a bonsai garden and water features. There is indoor and outdoor seating. While the menu is relatively narrow, if you do like teriyaki and rice dishes that are simple then this place works. I’ve enjoy being outside where there are umbrellas and natural shade under the bamboo forest. Service has been good and expedient. There is not much seating and if it hot or raining then outside is less of an option. Overall, I like this place and often go here while at Epcot.
ludy casey
Great sushi in Epcot!!I had no expectations since it is known how park food is,but this was a great surprise !! We waited a few minutes for a table which was nothing since we are used to long waits and long lines in all the parks and most times with very disappointing outcomes but this actually was a great surprise!! Sushi was fresh unlike some reviews mentioned, everything we eat tasted fresh and well prepared,salmon and tuna sushi were both very good! We had also the ramen and the kids loved it!! And they are Ramen eaters so they have tried really good ones. California and spice roll were very good as well! The menu is short but perfect for an in park restaurant, fast , tasty, healthy choice!
The Space is not so big but is indoors, cool and clean, perfect for a busy hot summer day, service was top notch!! Super fast and everyone was polite,attentive and super friendly, a nice server even offered to take pictures for us when she saw us outside the door. The whole area around the restaurant is incredible, wonderful decorations and fountains, authentic looking Japanese buildings that make you feel you are truly there. This is a great option while in Epcot if you like fresh tasty sushi and a way more healthy option too compering with other foods that you find in the park! We really enjoyed Katsura and will be back for sure next time we are in Epcot.
Lorie Teves
This was the worst Japanese food I have ever tasted. If you are a sushi lover like my family do not eat here
adam clifton
We thought it was very nice. Ramen was fine, if a little short on meat. Sushi was good. Nice little garden to sit in. Good alternative to most other options.
Arashdeep Singh
Casual dining space with Ramen, Udon, Sushi, Tempura and other Japanese knick-knacks. Ramen was not bad, but I have surely had better.
The food was over salted, a pool of teriyaki sauce and lacked flavor overall. It all tastes frozen. The broccoli wasn’t even good. I ordered a kids meal that comes with a drink (juice or soda) my daughter is 2 and only drinks water so asked for them to substitute. Keep in mind apple juice is 3.50 and water is 3.75 I offered to pay the difference and they refused. I spoke to the Manager who is Kimiko and she again refused to accommodate my childs needs or make any exceptions. She wasn’t empathetic or understanding.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chicken Cutlet Curry, Teriyaki Chicken and Beef
M M
I am embarrassed. This is not Japanese food. The only thing we ordered that was palatable was the curry rice. That in itself tasted like prepackaged curry you can buy at a Japanese grocery. Please do not think that this is a representation of real Japanese food. The teriyaki was just sauce splashed on some meat. The broth is horrible. The location is up some flight of stairs. The stroller access is to the front left of the Japan area and very hilly. The seating area is nice with AC and a roof but tight quarters. The staff is Japanese and very polite. I would not come here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 5
Renee Beach
Don’t believe the hype! There’s no flavor to anything and quality is terrible. Staff is rude and service is slow. Barely edible.
Seanshter Monster
It's always pretty messy and the food is bland. But the people are nice
Great atmosphere, friendly staff, but one small slice of pork in a $16 tonkotsu ramen is nuts
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tonkotsu Pork Ramen
Sarah Groves
Don’t eat here. The atmosphere is cool and tucked away but the food is so bad. The quality of the meat was poor, veggies cooked oddly (both mushy and crunchy?), the sauce was not good. Just skip it!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
James Shuman
The staff is so kind
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
lindsay
Not enough seating indoors for the amount of people visiting the park. I ordered the pork ramen which was a good portion and tasted good, but not great (to be expected for quick service food). Others in my party ordered the chicken teriyaki. The kids portion was almost the exact same size as the adult portion and costs a lot less (would recommend ordering child’s portion of chicken teriyaki if you’re not a heavy eater, or are not as hungry. You could even order 2 kids meals for just over the price of 1 adult meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tonkatsu Ramen
Monkey King
Okay food but much better options, frozen food from Costco is better. Teriyaki, soup, and sushi all just mediocre. Service was fine but definitely not going back. The American quick service is a much better option.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: California Roll, Shrimp Tempura Udon, Tonkatsu Ramen
Disappointing experience overall.
I ordered the beef udon, which was bland — the meat was chewy and had no real flavor besides being overly salty. The portion was small, and there were barely any toppings or ingredients in the bowl — it felt empty. The donkatsu ramen was just okay, but again, the portion was small with only two pieces of pork and very little else. The chicken curry was similar — just okay, small portion, and lacking substance.
I understand that Disney World restaurants tend to be pricey, but this felt like poor value for the cost. Overall, it was an unpleasant and overpriced meal. I’d recommend trying a different restaurant instead.
Katsura Grill is in my opinion a hidden gem at Epcot. It is fairly secluded in the Japan pavilion surrounded by a bonsai garden and water features. There is indoor and outdoor seating. While the menu is relatively narrow, if you do like teriyaki and rice dishes that are simple then this place works. I’ve enjoy being outside where there are umbrellas and natural shade under the bamboo forest. Service has been good and expedient. There is not much seating and if it hot or raining then outside is less of an option. Overall, I like this place and often go here while at Epcot.
Great sushi in Epcot!!I had no expectations since it is known how park food is,but this was a great surprise !!
We waited a few minutes for a table which was nothing since we are used to long waits and long lines in all the parks and most times with very disappointing outcomes but this actually was a great surprise!!
Sushi was fresh unlike some reviews mentioned, everything we eat tasted fresh and well prepared,salmon and tuna sushi were both very good!
We had also the ramen and the kids loved it!! And they are Ramen eaters so they have tried really good ones.
California and spice roll were very good as well!
The menu is short but perfect for an in park restaurant, fast , tasty, healthy choice!
The Space is not so big but is indoors, cool and clean, perfect for a busy hot summer day,
service was top notch!! Super fast and everyone was polite,attentive and super friendly, a nice server even offered to take pictures for us when she saw us outside the door.
The whole area around the restaurant is incredible, wonderful decorations and fountains, authentic looking Japanese buildings that make you feel you are truly there.
This is a great option while in Epcot if you like fresh tasty sushi and a way more healthy option too compering with other foods that you find in the park!
We really enjoyed Katsura and will be back for sure next time we are in Epcot.
This was the worst Japanese food I have ever tasted. If you are a sushi lover like my family do not eat here
We thought it was very nice. Ramen was fine, if a little short on meat. Sushi was good. Nice little garden to sit in. Good alternative to most other options.
Casual dining space with Ramen, Udon, Sushi, Tempura and other Japanese knick-knacks. Ramen was not bad, but I have surely had better.
Seating is casual and service was quick.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Tempura Udon, Tonkatsu Ramen
The food was over salted, a pool of teriyaki sauce and lacked flavor overall. It all tastes frozen. The broccoli wasn’t even good. I ordered a kids meal that comes with a drink (juice or soda) my daughter is 2 and only drinks water so asked for them to substitute. Keep in mind apple juice is 3.50 and water is 3.75 I offered to pay the difference and they refused. I spoke to the Manager who is Kimiko and she again refused to accommodate my childs needs or make any exceptions. She wasn’t empathetic or understanding.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Chicken Cutlet Curry, Teriyaki Chicken and Beef
I am embarrassed. This is not Japanese food. The only thing we ordered that was palatable was the curry rice. That in itself tasted like prepackaged curry you can buy at a Japanese grocery. Please do not think that this is a representation of real Japanese food. The teriyaki was just sauce splashed on some meat. The broth is horrible. The location is up some flight of stairs. The stroller access is to the front left of the Japan area and very hilly. The seating area is nice with AC and a roof but tight quarters. The staff is Japanese and very polite. I would not come here again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 5
Don’t believe the hype! There’s no flavor to anything and quality is terrible. Staff is rude and service is slow. Barely edible.
It's always pretty messy and the food is bland. But the people are nice
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
Great atmosphere, friendly staff, but one small slice of pork in a $16 tonkotsu ramen is nuts
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tonkotsu Pork Ramen
Don’t eat here. The atmosphere is cool and tucked away but the food is so bad. The quality of the meat was poor, veggies cooked oddly (both mushy and crunchy?), the sauce was not good. Just skip it!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
The staff is so kind
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not enough seating indoors for the amount of people visiting the park. I ordered the pork ramen which was a good portion and tasted good, but not great (to be expected for quick service food). Others in my party ordered the chicken teriyaki. The kids portion was almost the exact same size as the adult portion and costs a lot less (would recommend ordering child’s portion of chicken teriyaki if you’re not a heavy eater, or are not as hungry. You could even order 2 kids meals for just over the price of 1 adult meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Tonkatsu Ramen
Okay food but much better options, frozen food from Costco is better. Teriyaki, soup, and sushi all just mediocre. Service was fine but definitely not going back. The American quick service is a much better option.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: California Roll, Shrimp Tempura Udon, Tonkatsu Ramen
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