I was craving for katsu sando and found the right place to have it. The bread was so fluffy and soft and pork katsu was so tender which went well with the sauce. I also ordered fries with furikake but it wasn’t cooked well :( It was so packed so I decided to order a takeout instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Tony Kim
i'd go here again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Deb L
Delicious! Started with a tonkatsu sandwich and liked it enough that I went back later in the day for the ajitama sandwich. I think I may prefer the egg sandwich. The tonkatsu was really good - the meat was really well cooked; but I think I would have liked it more with less sauce. The sauce made the sandwich a bit too sweet for my liking. Regardless, both were great, and the bread was fragrant and soft. The lines are a bit long, so it's best to order online.
jade
Chips are soooo good Love the fish sandwich
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kavish
So good and so fun. Love the sandwiches and the seating areas. The ginger yuzu tea was amazing
Heated toilet was a bonus
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Olga NYC
The Fish Katsu Sando, which features a salt koji-marinated cod fillet and shokupan, was excellent. The texture of the fish was light and flaky, which made it my personal favorite.
The Chicken Katsu Sando was also delicious and well-executed, but the fish version really stood out for its delicate texture and balance of flavors.
The daily-baked, in-house shokupan truly elevates every bite—soft, slightly sweet, and the perfect complement to the crispy katsu.
Chendi Li
Came here on a Saturday evening. This place was still bustling and hustling so you know they're good!
We each got a tonkatsu sando and waited 20 minutes or so. It was a chunky sandwich. The price for me is reasonable considering the amount of meat you get and everything is freshly made. Unfortunately, we had a train to catch so we couldn't enjoy it right away. Managed to get 1 bite in and the tonkstsu was so crispy and tender. Sauce was just the right amount. It was still good 2 hours later and even the next day! Just put it in the air fryer or toaster oven.
The bread was amazing. So soft and fluffy, don't know how it managed to hold all that meat, sauce and slaw?!
This is not your local, fast food drive-through. If you can't wait more than 10 minutes for good, quality food, then maybe order ahead or go to a McD's. Obviously if you walk-in, it will take more time vs pre-ordering. Also, Do is not checking prices before you a buy the new thing?? $15 for a (gourmet or artisanal) sandwich is not shocking or surprising. In this economy, it's normal, and a matter of fact, it's actually cheap considering the value. Shake Shack is half the size yet similar in price, yet meat to bun ratio is 1:4 (mostly bread, thin layer of meat). Even if you made this yourself, ingredients will cost more than that price! The same people complaining about the prices, have no qualms eating at an Asian fusion restaurant, paying more than double for bite size pieces of the same food!
They have a variety of drinks, alcohol and non-. Also, they sell novelty items like a bread light/ lamp, ceramic trinket that looked like a chopstick rest. Definitely try this eatery if you're hungry and in the area!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Mark Lumerman
Great flavor but a little heavy on the sauce.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
RedDragonX32
Tasty chicken katsu. Saw it on Instagram.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Things. Joseph Oxley
Tipped $11 for BURNT FRIES and spent $70.
So my Wife and I went to a small date on valentines day. We stopped by Taku Sando but got burnt fries. I brought the burnt fries to the attention of the people on register (one girl and the Japanese guy). They told me “this is normal, this is how the fries are supposed to be”
Mind you, we’ve been multiple times to Taku Sando and never had fries this burnt, it was too bitter that we couldn’t eat…
I declined the offer for new fries because they said “this color and [brittle] texture was normal”. “This is how it’s supposed to be” I also saw the next batch and it’s clear they were all burnt and they rather sell it then remake it.
I asked politely for a refund but they refused to help. Saying they can’t refund me today bc they don’t know how and they need a manager. They said they will refund tomorrow and ask to come back tomorrow to make sure…🙁
It’s ashamed because I used to like this place but the service and food quality has significantly dropped.
And it’s terrible that they don’t have any standards or regard for me as a guest. I spent money and tipped… I deserve a refund or quality product. It’s sad that the staff didn’t understand service and quality. Serving burnt food is crazy. And the way they didn’t even care to find a solution sucks.
Honestly, I tried to enjoy the rest of my meal (the sandwich crew did good) but the interaction at register was so bad I lost my appetite. Also I work in service so I come from a place of understanding but this was completely unacceptable.
Taku Sando serves an amazing selection of Japanese-style sandwiches, including katsu sando (fried pork sandwich) and korokke sando (croquette sandwich), the two most popular sandwiches in Japan. They also have tamago sando (egg sandwich) for vegetarians/vegans. The bread is baked in-house and is also used to make panko (bread crumbs) for fried ingredients. If you like Japanese-style bread (soft with a hint of milk and sweetness), you will definitely love this place. We found this place almost by accident and we felt really lucky to have such a great lunch unexpectedly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elizabeth
I thought the sandwich was pretty good but a little too pricy and a long wait time for a simple pickup and take out order. There weren’t many places to sit.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
Deniz Sonmez-Alpan
I’m so upset that it took me as long as it did to get here. We came in the snow storm after being starved from trudging around and everyone had the biggest smiles on their faces, thanking us for coming in. We got the Katsu and it was INCREDIBLE. Great balance of flavors, awesome milk bread, and the sando is MASSIVE so you’re not leaving hungry nor overpaying. They also play the best Japanese music — impossible not to be in a good mood while you’re there.
My only tiiiiiny complaint is that because I’m shorter, the seats/tables aren’t terribly comfortable — I was leaning over heavily with how short the tables are. But that’s absolutely not stopping me from making this my new favorite sandwich spot! ♥️
I was craving for katsu sando and found the right place to have it. The bread was so fluffy and soft and pork katsu was so tender which went well with the sauce.
I also ordered fries with furikake but it wasn’t cooked well :(
It was so packed so I decided to order a takeout instead.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
i'd go here again
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious! Started with a tonkatsu sandwich and liked it enough that I went back later in the day for the ajitama sandwich. I think I may prefer the egg sandwich. The tonkatsu was really good - the meat was really well cooked; but I think I would have liked it more with less sauce. The sauce made the sandwich a bit too sweet for my liking. Regardless, both were great, and the bread was fragrant and soft. The lines are a bit long, so it's best to order online.
Chips are soooo good
Love the fish sandwich
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So good and so fun. Love the sandwiches and the seating areas. The ginger yuzu tea was amazing
Heated toilet was a bonus
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Fish Katsu Sando, which features a salt koji-marinated cod fillet and shokupan, was excellent. The texture of the fish was light and flaky, which made it my personal favorite.
The Chicken Katsu Sando was also delicious and well-executed, but the fish version really stood out for its delicate texture and balance of flavors.
The daily-baked, in-house shokupan truly elevates every bite—soft, slightly sweet, and the perfect complement to the crispy katsu.
Came here on a Saturday evening. This place was still bustling and hustling so you know they're good!
We each got a tonkatsu sando and waited 20 minutes or so. It was a chunky sandwich. The price for me is reasonable considering the amount of meat you get and everything is freshly made. Unfortunately, we had a train to catch so we couldn't enjoy it right away. Managed to get 1 bite in and the tonkstsu was so crispy and tender. Sauce was just the right amount. It was still good 2 hours later and even the next day! Just put it in the air fryer or toaster oven.
The bread was amazing. So soft and fluffy, don't know how it managed to hold all that meat, sauce and slaw?!
This is not your local, fast food drive-through. If you can't wait more than 10 minutes for good, quality food, then maybe order ahead or go to a McD's. Obviously if you walk-in, it will take more time vs pre-ordering. Also, Do is not checking prices before you a buy the new thing?? $15 for a (gourmet or artisanal) sandwich is not shocking or surprising. In this economy, it's normal, and a matter of fact, it's actually cheap considering the value. Shake Shack is half the size yet similar in price, yet meat to bun ratio is 1:4 (mostly bread, thin layer of meat). Even if you made this yourself, ingredients will cost more than that price! The same people complaining about the prices, have no qualms eating at an Asian fusion restaurant, paying more than double for bite size pieces of the same food!
They have a variety of drinks, alcohol and non-. Also, they sell novelty items like a bread light/ lamp, ceramic trinket that looked like a chopstick rest. Definitely try this eatery if you're hungry and in the area!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Great flavor but a little heavy on the sauce.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Tasty chicken katsu. Saw it on Instagram.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tipped $11 for BURNT FRIES and spent $70.
So my Wife and I went to a small date on valentines day. We stopped by Taku Sando but got burnt fries. I brought the burnt fries to the attention of the people on register (one girl and the Japanese guy). They told me “this is normal, this is how the fries are supposed to be”
Mind you, we’ve been multiple times to Taku Sando and never had fries this burnt, it was too bitter that we couldn’t eat…
I declined the offer for new fries because they said “this color and [brittle] texture was normal”. “This is how it’s supposed to be” I also saw the next batch and it’s clear they were all burnt and they rather sell it then remake it.
I asked politely for a refund but they refused to help. Saying they can’t refund me today bc they don’t know how and they need a manager. They said they will refund tomorrow and ask to come back tomorrow to make sure…🙁
It’s ashamed because I used to like this place but the service and food quality has significantly dropped.
And it’s terrible that they don’t have any standards or regard for me as a guest. I spent money and tipped… I deserve a refund or quality product. It’s sad that the staff didn’t understand service and quality. Serving burnt food is crazy. And the way they didn’t even care to find a solution sucks.
Honestly, I tried to enjoy the rest of my meal (the sandwich crew did good) but the interaction at register was so bad I lost my appetite. Also I work in service so I come from a place of understanding but this was completely unacceptable.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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So cute, delicious, and such nice staff ^^
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Taku Sando serves an amazing selection of Japanese-style sandwiches, including katsu sando (fried pork sandwich) and korokke sando (croquette sandwich), the two most popular sandwiches in Japan. They also have tamago sando (egg sandwich) for vegetarians/vegans. The bread is baked in-house and is also used to make panko (bread crumbs) for fried ingredients. If you like Japanese-style bread (soft with a hint of milk and sweetness), you will definitely love this place. We found this place almost by accident and we felt really lucky to have such a great lunch unexpectedly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I thought the sandwich was pretty good but a little too pricy and a long wait time for a simple pickup and take out order. There weren’t many places to sit.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 3
I’m so upset that it took me as long as it did to get here. We came in the snow storm after being starved from trudging around and everyone had the biggest smiles on their faces, thanking us for coming in. We got the Katsu and it was INCREDIBLE. Great balance of flavors, awesome milk bread, and the sando is MASSIVE so you’re not leaving hungry nor overpaying. They also play the best Japanese music — impossible not to be in a good mood while you’re there.
My only tiiiiiny complaint is that because I’m shorter, the seats/tables aren’t terribly comfortable — I was leaning over heavily with how short the tables are. But that’s absolutely not stopping me from making this my new favorite sandwich spot! ♥️
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
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