How do I order and dine at the Yumikatsu Sejong Dajeong branch?

You order and pay upfront using the tablet provided at your table. The restaurant operates on a fully self-serve system, meaning customers must do everything themselves, from ordering and picking up food to getting water and side dishes, and returning the dishes.

Why is it recommended to sit on the 2nd floor when dining at the Yumikatsu Sejong Dajeong branch?

This is because the 1st floor only has tables, while the kitchen, food pickup area, and dish return counter are all located on the 2nd floor. If you sit on the 1st floor, you will have the inconvenience of going up and down the stairs to pick up and return your food, making the 2nd floor much more convenient.

What kinds of fried items are included in the Assorted Katsu, which costs ~$10?

The Assorted Katsu is composed of Sirloin Katsu, Cheese Katsu, and Fried Shrimp, allowing you to taste them all at once. While the Cheese Katsu and Sirloin Katsu are well-made and delicious, the Fried Shrimp might feel a bit greasy.

Yumi Katsu Sejong Review: Crispy Cheese Katsu

Yumi Katsu Sejong Review: Crispy Cheese Katsu | TRVLOGUE

I recently stopped by Yumi Katsu in Dajeong-dong, Sejong City, to grab a quick lunch while taking care of some local errands.

As a huge fan of Japanese pork cutlet (tonkatsu), I walked in looking for a simple, satisfying meal without expecting anything too mind-blowing.

After dining here, I found that both the taste of the Assorted Katsu and the restaurant's self-service model left me with very clear pros and cons.

In this review, I'll share my honest experience, covering everything from the unique layout and food quality to overall value for money.

Category	Details
Location	Room 101, 1st Floor, 39 Dajeongjungang-ro, Sejong
Signature Menu	Yumi Katsu ~$7, Assorted Katsu ~$10, Cheese Katsu ~$8
Ordering Method	Prepaid via table tablet
Service Style	Fully self-service (ordering, pickup, and return)
Recommended For	Solo diners or those looking for a quiet lunch

My husband and I visited during weekday lunch hours. The restaurant was surprisingly quiet, allowing us to enjoy a peaceful meal.

However, the layout of the place is quite unique and worth noting before you visit.

There was more space up to the right in the photo.

While the first floor only has seating, the kitchen, food pickup counter, and dish return station are all located on the second floor.

There is also additional seating upstairs, which might throw off first-time visitors.

Since we didn't realize it was fully self-service, we sat on the first floor. This meant we had to walk up and down the stairs to order, pick up our food, and return the dishes—which frankly felt like a bit of a chore.

Carrying a tray of freshly fried, heavy katsu down the stairs made me a bit anxious about spilling it. Because of this, I highly recommend finding a table on the second floor right away. It makes picking up and returning your food so much easier.

There is a ramp leading up to the second floor, which is helpful if you are visiting with young kids or a stroller, though the slope is a bit steep.

We ordered the Assorted Katsu (Modum Katsu) for ~$10.

It features a combination of pork loin katsu, cheese katsu, and fried shrimp, making it the perfect sampler for first-time visitors.

You place your order and pay directly at the table tablet. Once your food is ready, you'll get a notification to pick it up.

Cheese Katsu

Hands down, the star of the show.

The cheese was incredibly stretchy, rich, and flavorful. The exterior was perfectly crispy, while the inside remained juicy and tender.

It was easily the most memorable part of the meal. Just make sure to eat it quickly before the cheese cools and hardens!

Pork Loin Katsu (Deungshim)

The pork loin was surprisingly thick and had absolutely no gamey smell.

It retained a good amount of juice, and the breading wasn't overly greasy. It's a very solid, well-executed classic katsu.

Fried Shrimp

While the shrimp texture was decent, the batter had a strong, lingering oily smell.

It was crispy at first, but left a heavy, greasy aftertaste, making it my least favorite item on the plate.

In terms of taste, the meal was generally satisfying, but the pricing and the self-service model might split opinions.

At ~$10, the Assorted Katsu isn't overly expensive given today's dining-out costs. However, when you consider that you have to do absolutely everything yourself—from ordering and picking up food to grabbing water, side dishes, and returning the heavy trays—it feels more like eating at a food court than a sit-down restaurant.