The aroma of spices is overwhelming! Delicious curry

  • July 18, 2024


There are many different kinds of curry from all over the world, and they vary greatly from restaurant to restaurant. Why not go and try a dish that is full of the owner's ingenuity and attention to detail and is full of creativity?

[Shops introduced in this article]

TAMBOURIN CURRY & BAR

One of the characteristics of Sri Lankan curry is that the curry and side dish are served on a plate and mixed together. "I liked the fact that there is more than one flavor," says owner Nagata Yuki. Nagata, who also plays in a band, said he saw potential in curry, which has a high degree of freedom, just like music.

The signature dish, "Today's Sri Lankan Curry," is a coconut-based adaptation of Sri Lankan flavor, with an exquisite balance of aromatic spices and side dishes with a variety of flavors and textures. The basmati rice used is fragrant and subdued, enhancing the flavor of the curry and side dishes.

There are also many dishes that go well with alcoholic beverages and snacks, and Nagata recommends white wine. It seems that many customers enjoy curry with alcohol not only in the evening, but also at lunch.

Since setting up his shop in 2015, sister restaurants Biryani Shokudo and Devil Curry have opened in Kita-Senju, and the flavors that Nagata creates have captivated spice lovers.

Today's Sri Lankan curry is 1,925 yen. The ingredients change depending on the season, and the main ingredient on this day is pacific saury.
Eggplant mojus (680 yen) is deep-fried eggplant mixed with spices, and is also recommended for mixing with curry.
"We value the interactions we have with our customers through curry," says Nagata.

[Exterior / Interior]

  • The store, which was originally a private home, is easily recognizable by its chic exterior and black signboard.
  • The second floor is a spacious space, with chairs, tables, lighting, and other interior design that shows great attention to detail.

【Shop information】

■TAMBOURIN CURRY & BAR
電　話：03-3879-6828
Business hours: 11:30-21:00 (or until curry runs out)
Closed: Not fixed
Seats: 22 seats
Address: 2-29-1 Senju, Adachi-ku
Reservation: Enabled
Take-out: Yes
Barrier-free support: Negotiable
Wi-Fi: None
Access: 4-min. walk from JR Joban Line and others Kita-Senju Station West Exit
home page:https://www.tambourin-curry.com/

Cafe Allende & Currysha

Located on the side of the approach to Toneri Hikawa Shrine, this shop opened in 2020. It originally started as a coffee shop and later added curry to the menu.

"A friend of mine taught himself how to make curry and perfected the taste after visiting many different restaurants," says owner Setsya Kakinuma. The "Chicken 2 Spicy" is an Osaka-style spice curry made with bonito broth and has a delicious flavor that goes well with the spices.

Another specialty is the Cuban sandwich, which was invented when the restaurant first opened. It is an adaptation of a flavor that Kakinuma had while traveling, and is popular with families with children who don't like spicy food and can't eat curry.

The homemade desserts are also popular. If you add a salad, cake, and drink to the luxurious three-item set for 880 yen, you'll have a very satisfying lunch or cafe time.

Chicken 2 spicy is 990 yen. A set with prosciutto and arugula salad and a drink is an additional 660 yen.
Cuban Special: 825 yen. The balance of roast pork, pickles, and grilled cheese is irresistible.
A popular strawberry cheesecake. The fruits used in the cake change depending on the season.

[Exterior / Interior]

  • The shop has a calm, residential feel, and you can order takeout from the small window next to the entrance.
  • The interior of the store, which operated as a coffee shop over 20 years ago, still retains some of the atmosphere from that time.


【Shop information】

■Cafe Allende & Currysha
電　話：03-3899-4907
Business hours: 10:30-15:00, 17:00-21:00
Closed: Mondays
Seats: 20 seats
Address: 5-21-34 Toneri, Adachi-ku
Reservation: Enabled
Take-out: Yes
Barrier-free support: Negotiable
Wi-Fi: Enabled
Access: 3 minutes on foot from the west exit of Minumadai Shinsui Koen Station on the Nippori-Toneri Liner
Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/curry_sha_

TOS CURRY

TOS CURRY is open until 3am, which is unusual for a curry restaurant, and many customers visit as their second stop. "We sometimes come up with new menu items inspired by conversations with customers," says owner Sato Ryoji. The restaurant offers a wide variety of dishes, from light snacks to low-temperature cooked meat dishes.

Chicken cutlet curry is a dish made with chicken and vegetable stock, spices and roux. The idea came from a ramen shop, but the chef studied spice combinations and refined them to create the perfect flavor, making use of his experience in various restaurants.

The homemade salad dressing that comes with the mini salad set is so popular that it is sold by reservation only. It is an addictive taste with homemade mayonnaise as the base and sesame, soy sauce, and garlic.

There are also other dishes not to be missed, such as Genghis Khan curry, which changes every few months. It's fun to choose, and it's sure to add to the fun of your next visit.

Homemade chicken cutlet curry 900 yen with a mini salad and drink set (+350 yen). The drink in the photo is ginger ale (dry).
TOS fried chicken wings are 500 yen. The crispy batter is perfect for drinking alcohol.
The creme brulee (400 yen) is available in limited quantities only on weekends.

[Exterior / Interior]]

  • The painting on the black exterior wall was painted by an acquaintance of the owner when the cafe first opened, who was aiming to enter an art school.
  • The restaurant has counter seats as well as table seats. Smoking is prohibited during lunch time, but permitted during dinner time.

【Shop information】

■TOS CURRY
電　話：03-5934-0186
Business hours: 17:00-27:00 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday: 12:00-14:00, 17:00-27:00)
　　　　*From September 2024 onwards, the hours will be 18:00-27:00 (12:00-14:00 and 18:00-27:00 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays).
Closed: Wednesdays
　　　　*From September 2024 onwards, Mondays and the third Sunday of every month will be holidays.
Seats: 20 seats
Address: 7-28-10 Umeda, Adachi-ku
Reservation: Enabled
Take-out: Yes
Barrier-free support: Negotiable
Wi-Fi: Enabled
Access: 6 minutes on foot from Umejima Station on the Tobu Skytree Line
Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/toscurry/

(This information is current as of June 30, 2024)

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