I was so impressed by how delicious it was. I had heard that this place is known for its amazing curry, so I came from afar to try it. I'm not usually a fan of Sri Lankan curry or this type of curry in general, so I was a bit nervous about how it would taste. But I was pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was! Even if you don't like spicy food, I think you can still enjoy it. The atmosphere in the restaurant has an international feel, and the staff are friendly. It exceeded my expectations in a good way! It's understandable why people travel from far away to come here. I'll definitely go back!

I had a light breakfast. I found a restaurant in the shopping street, recommended to choose "Dry curry with cashew nuts" instead of "white rice" for lunch! The spiciness is original. The coconut-infused curry soup is plentiful, with a dry curry island in the middle, along with potatoes and tandoori, like a Sri Lankan-style children's lunch! It's not for children though. The dessert ice cream was topped with the typical Indian sugar cubes. It tasted like a mix of Thai curry and Indian curry, a flavor that I personally love. It was delicious, I will come back again!

Today, the restaurant was fully booked with a group of tourists! We only had to wait for 2-3 minutes at the entrance, and they specially prepared a table for us. Thank you so much! I heard that there were 16 customers from Saga. There were also many foreign customers, so maybe they were referred by someone they know! I was surprised by the lively atmosphere inside the restaurant, but I ordered my favorite dry curry in a large portion! The spiciness was the usual original level! It was delicious! Spicy! Spicy. But, it was still delicious! Today's meal was consistently tasty. Thank you for the meal!

Today, I visited Monara at the Sun Road arcade once again. This year, I seem to be going once a month. Lately, I've been really into their dry curry! Their presentation is still on point. The funny salad, curry, Ceylon tea, and ice cream all for 950 yen is really great value. There is also a sister restaurant called "Sri Lanka Fukuoka" in Tenjin, which I haven't tried yet. I'll have to visit there next time! Thank you for the delicious meal.

Monara at Sunroad. I come here almost every week. Today, I ordered the recommended dry curry in a large serving after a long time! It's always full during lunchtime, but the food is served quickly! I'm grateful (^｡^) While enjoying my favorite salad, the curry arrives! Hmm! Hmmmmm! ... The large serving of dry curry has a Freemason-style presentation (laughs). My excitement rose and I finished the large serving of curry in no time! I also enjoyed the dessert ice cream today. Thank you very much! It was delicious!

I visited Monara, a Sri Lankan home cooking restaurant for the first time, recommended by a friend. The restaurant is located on a narrow staircase, so I always passed by without noticing it. It is located a 3-minute walk from Watanabe-dori Station on Kiyokawa Sun Road. There are several sister stores in Daimyo and Kumamoto Prefecture. On the first floor, they sell bento boxes around lunchtime. When you go up the stairs and enter the store, the atmosphere feels like a foreign country, and they also sell seasonings and small items. In addition to curry, there are plenty of other menu options, so even if you're not a fan of Sri Lankan curry, you can feel at ease. The coconut milk in the curry helps mellow out the spiciness, so I was able to eat it comfortably even at spice level 2. #SriLankanCurry #Curry #Kiyokawa #SunRoad #CoconutMilk #Gourmet #Monara #FukuokaPrefecture #Spices

I love Sri Lankan curry, so I went to try it! As soon as I entered the restaurant, the smell of spices was amazing...! It's not just spices, it's like the smell of entering a different country. Probably because it feels like a foreign place here. Sri Lankan curry, you know how everyone struggles between rice and noodles, right? They have a half-and-half set!!! (loud voice) The salad is similar to what you often get in Fukuoka's Sri Lankan curry. The soy sauce-based dressing is nice! The salad itself is fresh and not dried out. And the main Sri Lankan curry... it's delicious!!! (loud voice) The creaminess of coconut milk and the strong aroma of spices!!! The noodles have a strong flavor and are satisfying to eat! The potato curry served on the side is sweet and helps balance out the spiciness, making it delicious. I like that the spice level is on the stronger side compared to other Sri Lankan curries! And, the best part about Monara is... they give you a lot of curry sauce!!! (loud voice) I love curry sauce, so I always run out of it. But here, they give you a generous amount of sauce. I love it. I love it. Finished it all!!! There's definitely some crazy spices in Sri Lankan curry, right? (compliment) It makes you want to eat it regularly, doesn't it? Addictive Sri Lankan curry at Monara.

I went to Monara, a Sri Lankan curry restaurant on Yakuin Sanroad. It offers the classic taste of Kyushu Lanka, a branch of the Nuwara area. I chose a milder level of spiciness this time, enjoying the perfect balance of coconut milk and spices. The chicken and potato dishes were also delicious. It was a satisfying meal. The price has remained the same at 950 yen, including ice cream and a drink, despite the recent price hikes. It was a wallet-friendly experience at Monara after a long time.

(2022.06.19) Located across from the Yanagibashi Union Market, also known as the "kitchen of Hakata," is the Seikawa Sun Road Shopping Street. This nostalgic shopping street, spanning just about 100 meters, is filled with shops such as greengrocers and butcher shops that are closely tied to everyday life, making it still bustling with activity. On the second floor of this shopping street is a Sri Lankan curry specialty shop called "Monara." Despite feeling a bit anxious climbing the narrow and dim staircase, upon opening the sliding door, I found the 40-seat dining area filled with customers. The interior exuded an exotic atmosphere, and in addition to enjoying a meal, customers can also purchase curry sets, coconut powder, herbal tea, and other items to recreate the Sri Lankan curry experience at home. I decided to try the most popular item on the lunch menu, the "Dry Curry." Although the original spiciness level is said to be slightly spicier than the typical spicy level of Japanese curry, I requested the "Real Red" level, which is double the usual spiciness. The curry, made by a chef from Sri Lanka using over 30 types of spices and coconut milk as the main ingredients, was light and healthy due to its low oil content. The "Dry Curry" was topped generously with chicken, onions, bell peppers, and even cashew nuts, creating a balance between the flavorful curry sauce and the dry curry. The Tandoori Chicken, with plenty of yogurt mixed in, was moist and tender, allowing the perfect blend of spices to shine through. Overall, the dishes were crafted to appeal to a wide range of tastes.

As soon as I entered, the smell of spices filled the air! I haven't been to Sri Lanka, but I have visited many similar restaurants in neighboring India, which brings back fond memories. There was a great deal on a one-plate set for dinner, so I decided to order the set without hesitation. The server suggested getting the large portion if sharing. I ordered the curry with medium spiciness and a pork and cashew nut stir-fry as an additional dish. It was delicious! The curry with coconut milk was lightly spiced and truly impressive. The server asked if the spiciness was okay, and although I initially said it was fine, after eating about two-thirds, I decided I wanted it spicier. They kindly adjusted the spiciness for me, which I appreciated. The strawberry lassi my companion ordered was very sweet, which didn't quite match the meal. The food was so delicious that I definitely want to come back again. If this restaurant were near my office, I would probably come for lunch often!

Had dinner at Monara for the first time. The unique smell and atmosphere in the restaurant were amazing! The special dinner menu had a lot of options, making it difficult to choose. I ended up ordering the special dinner, where you could choose the level of spiciness for the curry. I went for a medium-spicy and mild option in between. The original curry at the back had a completely different color compared to the one in the front! The mild option in between was mild with a hint of sweetness, making it easy to eat. The original curry was quite spicy, so if you don't like spicy food, I recommend the mild or medium-spicy with a hint of sweetness. The Sri Lankan curry had a coconut flavor, with chunky potatoes and tender chicken, making it very filling! I also got to enjoy rice and a rare noodle curry at the same time. The staff were friendly and attentive. They also sold various goods and rice inside the restaurant. Thank you for the delicious meal!

I entered the restaurant during lunchtime! Lunchtime is from 11:00 to 17:00, and it costs 950 yen! Curry, salad, and black tea are included! I ordered the England Curry and Sri Lanka Noodle Curry! You can choose the level of spiciness! England Curry is recommended for those who are not good with spicy food! I doubled the spiciness level for the Sri Lanka Noodle Curry! It was quite spicy! And the noodle curry was difficult to eat! Oh well, that's how it goes...lol

Today's curry lunch is here. I felt like having noodle curry, so I ordered the lunch set for 950 yen. From the menu and composition of the lunch, I wonder if this place is also related to Tsunahapa. Soon, I was served with iced Ceylon tea and salad. The salad was quite generous, with a sweet Kyushu soy sauce-based dressing that was delicious. And before long, the noodle curry arrived. The curry itself is coconut-based and even the regular version is quite spicy. The noodles are stir-fried vermicelli with vegetables like leeks and carrots. Mixing the rice flour noodles with the watery curry, it was delicious. As a palate cleanser, I had potatoes and tender chicken. By the end of the meal, my forehead was glistening with the spice effect, and I finished it all with delight. For dessert, I had sugar-coated fennel ice cream, with a refreshing taste. The sugar-coated fennel brought back memories, as I once received it as a gift from a friend who had been to India for work. It gives a cool sensation when eaten, and I remember the locals saying they eat it as a stomach remedy. Thank you for the meal. It's great that they serve lunch until 4 pm. I would love to visit again.

I was interested in the bento option because it seemed more reasonable, but I decided to have the lunch set at this restaurant where you can adjust the spiciness. The interior of the restaurant had cheerful music playing and the staff were polite. The spiciness level was original, around medium. After enjoying the spiciness, I finished off with some ice cream and my lunch today was perfect! *I arrived a bit early (around 10:55) before opening. Inside, they were packing bento boxes into cases for sale at the storefront. The bento boxes are affordable, ranging from 400 yen to 600 yen. Next time, I want to try the bento boxes.

I was hesitant about what to order, but I decided on the Sri Lankan curry. The salad arrived quickly, and although the dressing was a bit unusual at first, it grew on me as I ate it. The curry was on the sweeter side with a lot of coconut, and I thought it could have been spicier, but as I ate, I started to sweat a little. The dessert after the meal was also delicious. Next time, I would like to try the curry a bit spicier. Thank you for the meal.

The company policy allows a 30-minute slide for employees who want to go out for lunch during the COVID-19 infection prevention measures. However, it can be difficult to use this time effectively. I decided to try out a bento shop for the first time, amidst the tents set up by various bento shops behind the electric building during lunchtime. I chose "Monara" among the 10 shops lined up. This shop, located at the entrance of Kiyokawa Shotengai, specializes in Sri Lankan curry. I have eaten there a few times before, but this was my first time trying their bento style. They offer a 400 yen bento, Sri Lankan curry for 600 yen, Keema curry for 500 yen, and Real Red Curry for 700 yen. I purchased the spicy Sri Lankan curry bento and returned to the office to unleash the curry aroma! The bento included turmeric rice, chicken curry, and potato curry in separate cups. When I poured both curries onto the rice, I was surprised by the generous amount of sauce that almost drowned the rice! The potato curry was mild, while the chicken curry had the perfect level of spiciness. As I ate, I noticed rice grains swimming in the watery sauce. I remembered drinking the sauce with both hands when I ate at the restaurant before. The curry here is truly like a drink! The chicken and potato chunks added value to the 600 yen bento, but I wish they included a salad as an option. The temperature was warm, not cold, and the taste was consistent with the restaurant's standard. It may come in handy when time is limited or the weather is bad. Oh, and there were no complaints about the curry smell in the office at all!

This is my first visit this year. I felt like eating Sri Lankan curry after a long time, so I decided to visit this restaurant. When I entered the restaurant, an older female staff member was playing with her phone at the register. In the kitchen, there was a Sri Lankan man? busily making curry and he didn't notice me. After about a minute, the male staff member in the kitchen noticed me and greeted me with a "welcome" and the female staff member on the floor also noticed. I have been here many times before, but this was the first time something like this happened. The atmosphere seems to have changed somehow. When I sat down, the waitress came to take my order right away. I asked for the Sri Lankan curry to be mild in spiciness, and there was a spiciness chart available. Since I don't like spicy food, I asked for it to be between medium and mild. Soon, a salad and an iced tea were brought to me, followed by the Sri Lankan curry. It was not as spicy as I expected. Maybe medium spiciness would have been okay. It's sad to see that there are fewer staff members and the restaurant has lost the lively atmosphere it had last year.

At the end of summer, I went to a different restaurant with my colleagues for a spice refill, but it was closed. So, we were approached by a local trying to attract customers to their restaurant. They recommended the noodle curry and dry curry, but I have tried both before. We went upstairs and I decided to order the Noodle Curry with original spiciness level (slightly spicier than the standard Japanese spicy level). The price had gone up by 60 yen to 950 yen. The waitress was a petite and cute local girl who usually sells Monara curry bento behind the electrical building. She spoke Japanese fluently. The food took about 10 minutes to arrive. The curry looked watery, almost like soup curry. The amount of curry seemed more than the last time I visited. The ingredients were two pieces of chicken and potatoes each. The noodles were stir-fried vermicelli. The curry was a bit spicier than I expected, but it was delicious and spicy. I enjoyed mixing the noodles with the curry soup. Towards the end, I even drank the curry soup like a bowl of ramen, holding the plate with both hands. I felt like curry was a drink! It was my first time drinking curry like that. I will definitely come back again.

I visited for lunch. It was my first time choosing Sri Lankan curry, and the spices were strong, creating a very addictive flavor. I had it with rice this time, but I think noodle curry would match the sauce better, so next time I will try the noodle curry!

Typhoon No. 13 had brought scorching summer-like sunshine with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees. My colleague and I decided to go for Okinawan curry, but the restaurant was full. So, we ended up trying Sri Lankan Soki with shrimp broth, but it seems like I'm being rejected consecutively (^^;) We then decided to check out Yeti, but it was crowded, so we headed to Monara instead. The entrance was upstairs, and the place was about 30% full. Last time it was almost full, so maybe it was just a coincidence that it was empty today. Last time I had the spicy Noodle Curry (3 stars), but this time I decided to challenge the spicy Dry Curry (3 stars). My colleague, who loves spicy food, chose the Real Red Dry Curry (5 stars, +50 yen). The staff spoke fluent Japanese, but I couldn't catch the English parts... Did I really say Real Red? Inside the restaurant, there was local music playing, creating an exotic atmosphere. After about a 10-minute wait, our food was served. First came the salad with a dressing that I really liked. It had a slight acidity with sweetness, giving a refreshing taste. I think it's the restaurant's original dressing. The Dry Curry was a type with small shrimp in it, topped with a watery sauce. There was a tender piece of chicken and two slices of potato, giving it a tuna pasta-like feel. The spiciness kicks in later, making you sweat from the middle onwards. My colleague enjoyed the Real Red, finding the spiciness just right. The sauce was so watery, I almost forgot it was curry! You can easily drink it up. I think I'll come back again (^^♪