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45 W 55th St, New York, NY 10019
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Multiple Tripadvisor reviewers describe recurring queues at Katsu-Hama, with one noting simply 'there were queue outside' and another warning that 'waiting time is also long if peak hours' (Tripadvisor reviewers).
A third reviewer advised guests to 'expect a queue after 6pm but you can go for late lunch as they open all day long,' suggesting the restaurant's continuous midday-to-evening hours on some days offer a workaround for the dinner rush (Tripadvisor reviewer).
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Reservations: Accepts reservations per Tripadvisor listing.
Walk-ins: Walk-ins accepted; expect a line after 6pm per reviewers.
Sun/Sat 11:30am-9:30pm; Mon-Thu 11:30am-3pm & 5-10:30pm; Fri 11:30am-10:30pm (per Tripadvisor listing).
Tripadvisor reviewers report queues forming outside especially after 6pm, with longer waits during peak dinner hours; late lunch is reported as a lighter-wait option.
Yes, its Tripadvisor listing indicates reservations are an available feature at the restaurant.
Yes, walk-ins are accepted, though Tripadvisor reviewers suggest arriving before 6pm or during a late lunch to avoid the queue.
Sources: Tripadvisor
