# Suyu, Seoul katsu restaurant with mini cold soba set: Katsu Shokudou

- By Juno (https://superchart.com/en/@napkin-holder-seoul/)
- Written Aug 12, 2026
- Local places › Restaurants › Gangbuk, Seoul
- Sponsored: This is a store-experience post written after receiving a complimentary meal from the business.
- English edition: https://superchart.com/en/@napkin-holder-seoul/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/
- Also in: [한국어](https://superchart.com/ko/@napkin-holder-seoul/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/index.md)

## In short

Katsu Shokudou Suyu is a tonkatsu restaurant in Gangbuk, Seoul, a 3-minute walk from Suyu Station Exit 5 on the first floor of Episode Suyu 838. Because Katsu Shokudou Suyu has no break time, the writer came alone for a late lunch of the mixed katsu set — pork loin katsu, jumbo shrimp katsu and mini cold soba — switching flavors with yuzu wasabi and Himalayan salt. With a window bar table and tablet ordering at every seat, Katsu Shokudou Suyu is an easy pick for a solo lunch in Suyu.

## Good to know

- **Location**: 1F, Unit 114, Episode Suyu 838, 315 Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
- **Getting there**: About a 3-minute walk from Suyu Station Exit 5
- **Parking**: Episode Suyu 838 underground parking, 1 hour free
- **Break time**: None
- **What was ordered**: Mixed katsu set (pork loin katsu + jumbo shrimp katsu + mini cold soba), Coke
- **Seating**: Window bar table, regular tables, tablet ordering at each seat
- **On the table**: Himalayan salt, shichimi pepper, yuzu wasabi, tartar sauce

*as written by the visitor on Aug 12, 2026*

![Mixed katsu set at Katsu Shokudou Suyu, main photo](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-01-177gj-1200.webp)

I had some errands to run in Suyu today, and since I was eating alone for a late lunch, I stopped by Katsu Shokudou near Suyu Station. With no break time, it was easy to drop in solo even at an off-hour lunch, and this place uses a patented low-temperature yuzu aging process that makes the pork extra tender with a subtle fragrance.

![Mixed katsu set with pork loin katsu and jumbo shrimp katsu](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-02-te8wv-900.webp)

We ordered the mixed katsu set, which comes with pork loin katsu, jumbo shrimp katsu, and mini cold soba — the batter was crispy yet light, and I finished every last bit.

![Cross-section of tonkatsu with crispy batter](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-03-np5dd-900.webp)

Besides dipping it in the basic sauce, I also tried adding yuzu wasabi or a pinch of Himalayan salt, which let me enjoy a range of flavors.

![Mini cold soba served alongside the tonkatsu](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-04-izk80-900.webp)

The mini cold soba (buckwheat noodles) that came alongside was cool and clean-tasting, and it paired really well with the katsu — nice to alternate bites between the two. From the crispy, light tonkatsu to the refreshing cold soba, it all came together nicely, making Katsu Shokudou a satisfying solo lunch spot in Suyu.

## Where is Katsu Shokudou Suyu, and is there parking?

![Outside Episode Suyu 838 near Suyu Station](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-05-1pb1z-900.webp)

![Directory of restaurants inside Episode Suyu 838](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-06-onmrh-900.webp)

Katsu Shokudou is on the first floor of Episode Suyu 838, about a 3-minute walk from Suyu Station Exit 5, making it easy to reach by public transit. Episode Suyu 838 houses several restaurants, but there's a good directory board and banners posted around, so it wasn't hard to find.

![Exterior of Katsu Shokudou Suyu with the storefront phrase](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-07-zbfso-898.webp)

The storefront had a cute phrase written on it — something like 'Safe pork loin, and sincerity' — which gave off proper tonkatsu-restaurant vibes.

If you're driving, you can use the underground parking at Episode Suyu 838, and there's 1 hour of free parking, so it's easy to get moving after your meal.

## Window bar seats for solo diners at Katsu Shokudou Suyu

![Window bar table for solo diners](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-08-hqmq1-900.webp)

There's a long bar table running along the window, so eating solo felt comfortable. The place isn't huge overall, but the wood-tone tables and warm lighting together created a cozy, relaxed mood.

![Wood-tone table with a tablet for ordering](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-09-1doo5-900.webp)

There are also regular tables, and each seat has a tablet installed, so checking the menu and ordering was convenient.

## Himalayan salt and shichimi pepper set out on every table

![Table drawer with utensils, Himalayan salt, and shichimi pepper](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-10-18tgi-676.webp)

Each table drawer had utensils along with Himalayan salt and shichimi pepper, so I could grab whatever seasoning I wanted right away — very convenient.

![Coke served with a glass of ice](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-11-dockd-899.webp)

When I ordered a Coke, they brought it out with a glass of ice so I could keep it cold — felt like they'd thought of every little detail.

## What comes in the mixed katsu set: pork loin and jumbo shrimp katsu

![Mixed katsu set neatly arranged on a tray](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-12-ruoep-897.webp)

What I ordered was the mixed katsu set, made up of mixed katsu and mini cold soba, and true to a proper set meal, everything arrived neatly arranged on a tray all at once.

![Plate with thick pork loin katsu and jumbo shrimp katsu](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-13-niy5i-900.webp)

The mixed katsu consisted of a thick pork loin cutlet and jumbo shrimp katsu — black tiger shrimp prepared in-house and fried whole, head to tail.

![Inside of the yuzu-aged pork loin katsu](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-14-1142t-899.webp)

![Crispy fried jumbo shrimp katsu](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-15-4wzov-898.webp)

The thick pork loin in particular goes through a patented low-temperature yuzu aging process, giving it a tender texture and a subtle fragrance. Paired with the crispy jumbo shrimp katsu, one dish let me enjoy two totally different textures and flavors.

## How to eat it: yuzu wasabi, Himalayan salt and tartar sauce

![A piece of tonkatsu topped with cabbage](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-16-8nifg-900.webp)

The cabbage served alongside worked well piled on top of the tonkatsu, and depending on your taste, just a light dip in Himalayan salt for a plain, clean flavor was also delicious.

![Tonkatsu topped with yuzu wasabi](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-17-169ph-900.webp)

For me, the tastiest combination was adding a touch of the yuzu wasabi they provide here — the subtle yuzu aroma and the sharp kick went really well together.

![Cross-section of jumbo shrimp katsu with tartar sauce](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-18-1hifa-900.webp)

The moment I bit into the jumbo shrimp katsu, I could feel the plump, fully packed shrimp meat, and with tartar sauce it turned refreshing and paired beautifully with the shrimp flavor.

## The mini cold soba that comes with the set

![Mini cold soba topped with grated radish, scallions, and wasabi](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-19-1lyfv-900.webp)

The mini cold soba came topped with grated radish, finely chopped scallions, and wasabi — mixing it all together to taste added a clean, sharp flavor.

![Chewy soba noodles dipped in broth](https://img.superchart.com/images/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set/katsu-shokudou-suyu-mixed-katsu-set-20-y4tqj-899.webp)

The noodles were a bit thicker than typical buckwheat noodles, with a nice chewy bite, and with the cool broth I emptied the whole bowl in no time.

## Is Katsu Shokudou Suyu worth it for a solo lunch in Suyu?

- A tonkatsu restaurant located in Episode 838 in Suyu
- A place to enjoy both tender yuzu-aged pork loin katsu and jumbo shrimp katsu together
- A solo lunch spot near Suyu Station with a great tonkatsu-and-cold-soba combo

That's my review of Katsu Shokudou!

## Where it is

- Katsu Shokudou Suyu (카츠쇼쿠도우 수유점)
- 1F Unit 114, Episode Suyu 838, 315 Dobong-ro, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul, South Korea
- 서울특별시 강북구 도봉로 315 에피소드수유838 1층 114호
- 37.6369286, 127.0233101
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/%EC%B9%B4%EC%B8%A0%EC%87%BC%EC%BF%A0%EB%8F%84%EC%9A%B0%20%EC%88%98%EC%9C%A0%EC%A0%90/@37.6369286,127.0233101,17z

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