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I visited the restaurant at 1:00 PM. There were no previous customers or any after me, possibly due to the time or the local area. The establishment is run solely by a female owner. The menu features a single, straightforward option: a spice curry for 1,210 yen. You can choose the temperature of the rice and curry, with options for hot, warm, or cold. I went for the hot option. It arrived in about 2-3 minutes, served in a slightly deep, blue circular bowl, with turmeric rice and curry. There were pickled items: persimmon, cherry tomatoes, and lotus root, along with quail eggs dressed in chili oil, creating a visually appealing dish.
Upon tasting, the curry was surprisingly fruity with a rich sweetness. It had a comforting flavor that initially led me to think it contained bananas, although it turned out to be something else. The sweetness was quite unique, and the salt level was just right. The curry had a thick, sticky consistency, making it easy to eat heartily. While the spiciness was mild, it was evident that a variety of spices were skillfully used. If you're expecting typical Osaka-style spice curry, this may feel different; rather, it seems to blend the thickness typical of European cuisine with the lightness of Indian flavors.
All the side dishes were well-prepared and delicious. The quail egg was particularly unique and tasty. I finished everything; the serving size was decent. Overall, the curry was carefully crafted and quite tasty, presenting a beautiful balance. While it doesn't fit the common image of Osaka-style spice curry, it has its own charm. I think if marketed as a medicinal cuisine, it might attract more customers. With hopes for its future success, I awarded it a total score of 4.0, adding 0.5 points for its merits.