It's been a while since I came for lunch. With the lunch, a salad is included. As usual, I ordered the shrimp butter curry with a spice level of 2. The shrimp butter curry is a creamy dish where shrimp replaces chicken from the butter chicken curry, with a hint of tomato, making it quite mild and rich. My spice tolerance usually only allows for regular or level 1 spice at other places, but because the shrimp butter curry is so creamy, level 1 feels insufficient, so I go for level 2. Here's a really niche detail: the lunch version of the shrimp butter curry is supposed to have fresh cream on top, but... it wasn't there!!! Why not? I will be back for a rematch. (Am I really going back?)

When it comes to curry in Futako-Shinchi, it’s all about Choutari—it's Nepali cuisine, not Indian. I’ve decided to always eat here when I take my dog to the vet on the Futako-Shinchi side. I definitely won’t just wander around in Nikotama! Lately, I’ve been relying on Choutari again and again. Honestly, it offers one of the best cost performances around. The D set, which includes salad, a drink, a mini dessert, chicken tikka, and shish kebab, has become my go-to order. However, for someone with a small appetite, it might be too much; I’m a big eater, so I manage just fine. But the naan and rice servings are quite large. As a result, the curry portions are also fairly generous. I would recommend having only one type of curry for those with smaller appetites or bringing friends who can handle more food. The rice is long-grained and light. If I can't finish, I usually share with my companion—wow, they can really eat (sigh). The curry is carefully and richly made, and each variety is very delicious. I always end up ordering the mutton curry. The spiciness is perfect for me at level 2, but my friend finds it too spicy. The base flavors are so good that even if your curry is less spicy, you won’t feel unsatisfied. It’s best to start with a milder option since spiciness can fill you up more quickly. The naan is huge but incredibly tasty. There’s also a dessert naan that’s like red bean butter, which I’d love to try someday, but I just don’t have the room for dessert. The shish kebab is super delicious; I specifically order the D set for this reason. The constant stream of Uber Eats orders and takeout from locals shows how much the community loves this place. I wish we had something like this in Tsurumi. While Tsurumi has many Indian restaurants, it seems to focus more on traditional Indian curry due to the high number of Indian residents. Oh, was Road Buddha also Nepali? Curry is just so delicious, and places that hit the mark in flavor and portion are always bustling. Well, that’s all for now—thank you for the food!

I was walking from Futakoshinchi to Takatsu, looking for dinner when I was lured in by the smell of curry. The interior was clean, and the customer service was polite, leaving a good impression! It was my first time trying "samosa," and it was incredibly delicious! The complex aroma of various spices combined with the chewy and crispy potato filling made for a satisfying appetizer. I heard that "momo" is popular, but it takes time to prepare. It was like a Nepalese dumpling, with a unique broth that had a distinctive aroma and a flavor that was quite addictive. For the main course, I chose a spice level of 0.5 which was moderately spicy. I ordered butter chicken curry and sag curry, both of which were rich and delicious. I was quite hungry, so I may have over-ordered! The takeout and dining area were quite lively, indicating that it’s a popular place. I definitely want to go back for the samosa again! Thank you for the meal!

I was surprised that you can get both shish kebab and tandoori chicken for just a little over 1000 yen. The naan seems bigger than at other places, too. After a long time of eating a lot, I ended up leaving a little bit of naan, and I'm sorry about that... But you can choose two curries and a drink, which is really a great deal!! Now I understand why there's always a line. I appreciated that they have a late last order time, and when I went on a weekday at 2 PM, I was able to get in easily.

Just 800 meters from Futako-Tamagawa, right after crossing the Tamagawa River, there is a hidden gem that serves authentic Nepali curry in Futako-Shinchi! The Butter Prawn (shrimp) is the shrimp version of the famous butter chicken, with rich butter and sweetness enhanced by the savory flavor of the shrimp. The curry made with plenty of spinach retains its deep green color, and the strong taste of spinach combined with the chicken is simply amazing. The cheese naan is also loaded with cheese, offering both fantastic flavor and generous portions. Next door, there's a Thai restaurant that looks delicious too. Is it possible that there are so many great places to eat in Futako-Shinchi?

The lunch was so delicious that I felt bad for how inexpensive it was. The naan was incredibly chewy and had a different texture than the usual naan I eat. I'm not sure if it's because it's Nepali or a unique feature of this restaurant. I had the keema curry, while my husband had the daily special, mushroom chicken. Both were delicious, but the daily special might have had a slight edge. One thing that impressed me about the lunch set was being able to choose between lassi and chai for the drink (mango lassi comes with an extra charge). The iced chai was unsweetened and very tasty. I highly recommend this place.

I ordered the Chautari set! The portion size was huge, and I was very satisfied! I chose the butter chicken curry, and even though I opted for spice level 1, it was surprisingly spicy. When I asked someone who frequently visits, they mentioned that the spice levels are quite random; sometimes level 1 can be pretty spicy, while level 2 might not be that spicy at all. If you're sensitive to spice, it might be safer to order a level 0.5.

This was my several visits, and as expected, it's always crowded during lunchtime. I went at a late hour, but it was still just about empty. It seems there are a lot of takeout orders as well. It feels like a place that exists for the community, being fast, affordable, and delicious. Once you cross the Tamagawa River, there are so many good, down-to-earth restaurants like this. I plan to visit again soon.

I visited on Sunday at noon and ordered the daily special: mushroom and chicken curry for 750 yen. My wife ordered the saag chicken curry for 850 yen. We both chose level 1 spiciness, but it wasn't spicy at all—in fact, it was on the sweeter side. Maybe level 2 would have been fine, and if you like spicy food, level 3 wouldn't be a problem at all! The flavor of the curry was mild and delicious, and the portion sizes were generous compared to typical restaurants! Naan is free for one refill, and since it's quite fluffy, the second one can really fill you up! Haha. Being a weekend lunchtime, the restaurant was quite busy with customers coming in and delivery orders being placed.

I ordered the lunch set menu, which cost 830 yen. The set included a salad, butter chicken curry, naan, and a lassi. I arrived at the restaurant just past 1 PM, but it was fully booked, so I had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated. It felt like a really popular place since customers kept coming in one after another, and there were also phone orders. I was seated at a table next to the register, which was a bit cramped. The curry was delicious, and I could get one free refill of naan; the lassi paired really well with the curry, and everything was very tasty. There was a daily special for mushroom and chicken for 750 yen, but I felt a bit disappointed that it was extra on top of the butter chicken curry I ordered.

I ordered today's curry (eggplant and chicken curry) and upgraded to cheese naan for an extra 300 yen. The set came with a lassi drink and a small salad. The cheese inside the cheese naan was quite rich, and it had more volume than it looked, which made me happy. Although I could get a free refill of naan, I was so full that I didn't need it. The person I went with ordered butter chicken curry with regular naan, but I felt that their naan was about 1.2 times larger than usual. For women, a half naan might be enough! Overall, with each of us spending about 1,000 yen, I honestly think this is a great value for the amount we received. Everything was delicious! Thank you for the meal!

We have family dinners once or twice a year. The food is delicious, and the staff are all very friendly, which makes for a great dining experience. Plus, it's very reasonably priced. You can leave feeling full! The naan is all very tasty, and I highly recommend the potato achar as well; it's incredibly delicious.

I had the chef's special eggplant and chicken curry. This place stands apart from typical template restaurants with its rich originality. The curry is thick and dense, with spices and ingredients blending together to create a deep and intense flavor. The eggplant and chicken chunks are generous, and the naan is enormous, as you can see. It is served piping hot.

After the New Year, I'm getting tired of ozoni (Japanese mochi soup) and it's time for something different! So, I visited a popular Nepali curry restaurant called Chautari in Futako-Shinchi. If you walk towards Mizokuchi from Futako-Shinchi Station along the Otani Highway, you'll find the restaurant! It's a small place, but it has larger tables that are convenient for groups. It's not too far from the station, and it's delicious and reasonably priced. While Futako-Tamagawa has its gourmet spots, you shouldn't underestimate the dining scene in Futako-Shinchi! I've already mentioned how delicious the chewy naan and curry are, but this restaurant also offers reasonably priced Indian wine, which I highly recommend. This time, I started with a lassi sour and then enjoyed a bottle of Indian wine (just 1700 yen!). I paired it with tandoori chicken and chicken tikka (boneless tandoori chicken). This combination is not only a great value but also truly enjoyable. I don't often see people enjoying their drinks this way, but who wants to give it a try? I believe it's much better than going to a typical izakaya, both in cost-effectiveness and satisfaction! And here's my big discovery this time: the limited-time chocolate naan! I had never heard of chocolate naan before, but I was curious enough to try it. It turned out to be a fantastic choice—delicious and not overly sweet, it's an adult-style dessert naan that pairs incredibly well with red wine! When I asked the staff, they told me it's an original menu item that has been trending among young people! Plus, it only costs 480 yen, comparable to prices at Saizeriya! I ended up getting one to eat there and took another home. In total, I enjoyed a whole bottle of wine, butter chicken, naan, and chocolate naan for just a little over 2000 yen, which is quite reasonable. For the same price as a chain izakaya, I got to enjoy delicious Indian cuisine and wine—absolutely fantastic!

There is a popular Indian curry restaurant within a 7-8 minute walk from both Futakoshinchi and Takatsu. I visited it for dinner with a colleague and opted for the dinner course that costs around 1,880 yen. The course included momo, salad, two types of curry (with about six options to choose from), naan, pickles, fruit yogurt, and a drink. It was quite filling. The brown curry (I think it was called "pla something") was really delicious. Since we had made a reservation, we could enjoy our meal at a leisurely pace. After 7:30 PM, the place got busy with people coming in, and some ended up giving up on entering. They also offer takeout and seem to use Uber Eats. I definitely want to go back again.

I visited around 11:30 on a holiday. I was able to get in right away, but soon after, the place was completely full. There were many takeout customers as well, so it seems quite popular. I ordered the butter chicken curry at 0.5 spice level. Even at 0.5 spice, it had a nice kick, but it was incredibly delicious! The portion size was also substantial, and it's amazing that such quality is available for under 1000 yen! Since it's close to my home, I plan to come back often.

We visited the restaurant on Saturday afternoon with three people. We arrived around 11:30, but the place was full. There were also many phone calls for takeout, proving it’s a popular spot. We waited for about 15 minutes before being seated. Before we sat down, they asked for our orders, so our curry was served about five minutes after we got to our table. We ordered chicken curry at level 2 spiciness and naan. The naan, as always, was wonderfully fluffy and chewy, which is a signature of this restaurant, and we finished it all quickly. We will definitely come back!

I visited a Nepalese restaurant called Chautari, located along the Ooyama Street, roughly between Futako-Shinchi and Takatsu. It's important to note that this is not Indian cuisine but Nepalese. "Chautari" means "mountain lodge" in Nepalese. The restaurant opens at 5 PM, and I arrived at 5:30 PM—being the first customer of the day. The staff consisted of four male cooks in the kitchen and one female server, a total of five people. They looked familiar, as it appeared to be the same team as before. All five were conversing in Nepalese, which made me feel as if I were abroad (they are fluent in Japanese). Orders from delivery services were continuously coming in, and they were displayed on the table. The menu, as of 2024, was included at the bottom, but it seemed that the prices and items hadn't changed since last year. ■ Indian Wine (1,800 yen) I wasn’t particularly thirsty, so I started with wine. A bottle for 1,800 yen is quite a bargain. It’s Indian wine and quite drinkable. Note that there is no wine cooler. Papad was served complimentary with my drink. ■ Caesar Salad (500 yen) This was served almost instantly, and the quantity was astonishing. Even if you bought two 250 yen salads from a convenience store, it wouldn't match this volume. It included egg, which made it a good deal. The croutons and grated cheese were noteworthy, and there was an extravagant amount of Caesar dressing. However, it didn’t have any Nepalese elements. ■ Garlic Grilled Chicken (950 yen) This chicken is marinated in yogurt and spices. It's quite spicy, but the overall flavor is gentle. The garlic was notably strong, and the meat was juicy and tender. Underneath, there was a generous amount of vegetables, ensuring a well-balanced meal. ■ Cheese Naan (550 yen) When it comes to cheese naan, most think of the Daba India group; however, this is a different experience altogether. Unlike Daba's cheese kulcha, the cheese here does not stretch out dramatically. Yet, an incredible amount of cheese is packed in—a truly astonishing amount. Similar to the salad, everything was beyond average. I questioned whether 550 yen could really cover this. The dough was sweet, and the cheese had a hint of white wine flavor, paired with a large, hot bread. ■ Plain Naan (250 yen) / Prawn Butter Curry (950 yen) / Eggplant Keema Curry (820 yen) I forgot to take a photo of the eggplant keema curry—something that rarely happens. I ordered the keema at level 1 spiciness, which had a slight kick but was primarily sweet. The curries at Chautari are generally sweeter in flavor. The keema was delicious with a distinctive taste. The prawn butter was at 0.5 spiciness and was not spicy at all, which might even leave those who aren't keen on spicy food feeling it was a bit lacking. For Chautari, level 1 spiciness seems just right; I would probably go for level 2 myself. Since I already had the cheese naan, I opted for just one naan, but I still felt quite full. The cheese naan was indeed dangerously large. Nevertheless, it was all very tasty. If you're looking for Indian-style curry in Futako-Shinchi or the Futako-Tamagawa to Mizonokuchi area, Chautari would be the place to go (even though it’s Nepalese). === 【Order】 As mentioned above, total for one person was 3,080 yen: - Snacks / Chili - Salad / Soup / Tandoori - Momo / Rice / Naan - Curry 1 - Curry 2 / Set - Drink You can find my past articles on Chautari here: - August 8, 2015: Dinner - August 7, 2016: Lunch - May 7, 2023: Dinner - July 1, 2023: Dinner - September 24, 2023: Dinner

I visited on a weekday around lunchtime. Since I arrived just after the restaurant opened, I was seated right away, but it quickly filled up with customers, and soon there was a wait. I ordered a two-curry set with plain naan (butter chicken and saag paneer at level 5 spice), while my companion had mutton curry (level 4 spice) with cheese naan. The plain naan was moist but had a nice crispy texture, making it delicious. The cheese naan was incredibly rich and indulgent—absurdly good! For the butter chicken and saag paneer, I realized that level 2 or 3 spice would have been the right choice, as the spiciness overpowered their flavors—it was quite spicy! The mutton curry, which I personally enjoy, was definitely tasty. I would love to visit again and try the butter chicken at level 2 spice.

I visited the restaurant during a holiday lunch at 2 PM and had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated, as it was full. I come here regularly, and when I'm short on time, I call for takeout. The sweet, chewy naan is delicious, and the curry is also great. My favorites are the chicken curry, butter prawn, and mutton curry. The mutton curry is mild and has no spiciness, resembling a stew, while opting for one level of spice makes it quite spicy. The mutton has a distinct taste that I enjoy. The chicken curry is loaded with generous chunks of meat and is the family favorite. The butter prawn has a slight tanginess and is creamy. Naan refills are free once, and the cheese naan costs an extra 300 yen, while honey adds another 80 yen. It’s like drowning in a sea of cheese—though it’s a bit rich for me... My family enjoys it occasionally. The mango lassi and hot chai are both delicious and cost an extra 50 yen each. The staff is also very nice.

Choutari, the masculine curry of Futako-Shinchi. "Choutari" means "mountain hut" in Nepali. The neighboring restaurant, Mogumogu, serving Thai and Vietnamese cuisine, is also part of the same group. It's unclear if they have any staff from Thailand or Vietnam. I entered right at 5 PM when they opened, being the first customer. I was told I could sit anywhere I liked. All the staff members are from Nepal and are always very cheerful. There are continuous orders coming in through Demaekan (a food delivery service). You can find a detailed menu in the previous article. - **Bottle Beer (510 yen)**: I love Kirin Lager. This is a medium bottle, and at 510 yen, it's quite affordable these days. They serve papad (a type of Indian cracker) complimentary with the beer. - **Indian Wine (1,800 yen)**: You can enjoy a bottle of Indian wine for 1,800 yen, which is impressive. There’s also a 2,000 yen bottle, but it was sold out that day. It's more like table wine, but it’s good enough. - **Avocado Salad (620 yen)**: As always, the portion is huge. The avocado’s color is very vibrant, with a Japanese-style dressing that has a tangy flavor. There’s nothing particularly Nepali about it, but it's a good way to start with some vegetables. - **Spring Rolls (650 yen)**: This is my first time ordering this. They resemble Japanese spring rolls but have quite different fillings, like stir-fried vegetables (carrot, cabbage, and bell pepper) and are a bit spicy. They are eaten with ketchup, which I wonder if that’s common in the country of origin. - **Masala Papad (380 yen)**: "Masala" refers to a mixture of spices. Papad appears alongside the beer, so they kind of overlapped in my order. The toppings include cucumber, tomato, and red onion, but they’re too large, making them a bit difficult to eat. Also, the seasoning on the toppings might be a bit too strong. Next, the curries arrived (I always order them midway through the meal): - **Plain Naan (250 yen)**: The naan is fluffy and chewy. It's really delicious and quite large, so be mindful of the portion size. - **Saag Prawn Curry (900 yen)**: This is a spinach curry with shrimp. It has a smooth texture, and with a spice level of 1, it’s mild and has a nice spinach flavor. - **Mutton Curry (880 yen)**: This is also rated at spice level 1 but has a prominent sweetness. I thought it was made with lamb, but when I inquired, I found out it's goat (I confirmed while looking at a photo of a goat). However, the taste is similar to lamb. Maybe goat and lamb have a similar flavor profile. I believe this is the best Indian/Nepalese curry restaurant in the Futako-Tamagawa to Mizonokuchi area. **Total Order Cost**: 3,490 yen for one person. You can check out my previous articles about Choutari: - August 8, 2015 - Dinner - August 7, 2016 - Lunch - May 7, 2023 - Dinner - July 1, 2023 - Dinner