New York · Donburi · casual
Chef Katsu Brooklyn
DonburiDonburiKatsuCasualClinton HillBrooklyn
A Clinton Hill Japanese casual spot run by chef-owner Katsu Machida and his wife Chiemi, serving katsu burgers, rice bowls, and teishoku set meals.
- Price
- ¥
- Area
- Clinton Hill
- Chef
- Katsu Machida

Plate № 300
About
Chef Katsu Brooklyn at 143 Greene Ave opened around 2021 under Japanese chef-owner Katsutoshi (Katsu) Machida and his wife Chiemi. Brownstoner covered the opening as a notable addition to Clinton Hill's dining scene. Machida brings a kaiseki-influenced approach to his casual menu of katsu burgers, rice bowls, and Japanese teishoku sets.
Neighborhood & visiting
Chef Katsu Brooklyn sits in Clinton Hill, one of New York's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. The house does not publish an online booking link; call ahead to secure a seat, especially on weekends. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional donburi restaurants often close between service periods.
Why it's on Washoku Guide
- Japanese chef-owner Katsu Machida with kaiseki background
- Katsu burgers, rice bowls, and teishoku set meals
- Family-run: Katsu and wife Chiemi
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About Chef Katsu Brooklyn
- Is Chef Katsu Brooklyn an authentic donburi restaurant in New York?
- Yes — Chef Katsu Brooklyn is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for donburi in New York: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused donburi format.
- Where is Chef Katsu Brooklyn located?
- Chef Katsu Brooklyn is located at 143 Greene Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11238, New York, USA in the Clinton Hill neighborhood.
- Do I need a reservation at Chef Katsu Brooklyn?
- Chef Katsu Brooklyn does not publish an online reservation link. Walk-ins may be possible, but for popular donburi restaurants in New York we recommend calling ahead.
- What is the price range at Chef Katsu Brooklyn?
- Chef Katsu Brooklyn sits in the ¥ price range — typical for donburi of this format in New York.
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