Katsu-Mi Japanese Cuisine — Restaurant in Federal Way

I needed to get something from H-mart and I remembered that the katsu place inside was changed a while back so I asked my boyfriend if he wanted to grab our dinner here. We placed our order first to which the cashier was professional and prompt in ensuring our order was correct. We got the katsu combo while I got the Nagasaki ramen. Once we finished our order, we received a buzzer so we went to grab drinks from Hmart to have with our meal. The ramen came out first and it was filled generously with plenty of broth, noodles, and seafood. I don't think I have seen this much seafood given in any ramen that I have had. There was small shrimps, two big shrimps, plenty of mussels, one green mussel with shell, squid, and vegetables. There was a lot of noodles too and it was so comforting. My boyfriend was impressed with the katsu and gave it a solid 9.5/10. I learned from an Instagram video that the chef prepares these homemade breadcrumbs from Japan so it is very authentic as you won't find katsu like this in teriyaki spots.

I asked for my ramen to be made extra spicy but it wasn't spicy at all, but I'll just be sure to ask for chili oil or hot sauce on the side too. I also wished they included pickled radish with the ramen and katsu but if you ask then they will provide it. Overall, a very pleasant experience we want to try out their other food items!

There is plenty of seating in the area that is shared between Malri Hyang, Katsu-Mi, and the cafe in there. They also have hot and cold water for you to drink. You do have to bus your own table and there is a spot to drop off...

I was a bit worried when I saw the change in ownership, but I ordered my usual order of cheese katsu. I was very pleasantly surprised. The new owner's katsu far exceeds the quality and taste of the previous owner. It was also great to see him make each order freshly, using fresh, non-dried panko for breading. The breading was nice and crispy, and the meat was incredibly juicy. He definitely didn't skimp out on the cheese either, there was a bunch right in the center. The presentation of the dish was also very modern, with the katsu cut and the cheese centered rather than sandwiched between two thin loins like the previous owner. You likely won't find katsu better than this in the Pacific Northwest, and this is coming from an owner of a sushi restaurant who has spent over a decade working with Japanese cuisine....

Tucked inside the H Mart in Federal Way, we were so glad we decided to try this place out. Open for less than a year, we were greeted by friendly, smiling faces, and they answered all our questions. I ordered a bowl of udon and my husband pork katsu. The presentation was nice. My udon was great, with perfectly cooked noodles in a delicious broth. So satisfying! I almost stole my husband’s katsu! The breading was light and the pork inside was thick and sooo tender! Wow! We plan on visiting again because we were told the curry is slow simmered for five hours....