The station is a bit far from our company, maybe about a 15-20 minute walk (laughs). But I definitely want to walk there for the curry at this husband and wife-run shop with only 7-8 counter seats. Curry is the main dish, with tea and sweets also available, but it can get crowded during lunchtime so it might feel awkward to leisurely sit and enjoy a cup of tea while waiting. The curry is a soupy, watery style where you can adjust spiciness for free, with spice levels ranging from 0.5g to 4.0g as per your request. The rice has garlic and ginger in it, but the garlic scent is not overpowering. It has a shine to it and stays separate and fluffy, with the rice grains not sticking together. It's a mysterious finish that perfectly complements the watery curry! The portion size is usually 220g, but you can increase it to 300g for free. There are many types of curry available, but I recommend the Mix Curry with vegetables and chicken for 900 yen. The chicken is bone-in but falls off the bone easily with a spoon - it's delicious! Even if you order a curry without chicken, you can add chicken as an option. The vegetables include seasonal veggies, with turnips being the main feature this time, cooked in a way that retains their shape and texture, giving a satisfying taste of the vegetables. There are no condiments on the table for flavor variation, but a lemon wedge is provided for that purpose - a thoughtful touch. Every visit leaves me satisfied and full, and each time I try the Mix Curry, I enjoy a different flavor. It's a place with a diverse range of regular customers, so it must be fantastic. Definitely worth the walk. Thank you for the delicious meal, I'll be sure to visit again!

I visited "Kaeru Shokudo," which is one of my top three curry places in Tokyo's Kanamecho area after not going for a few years. I ordered a simple Chicken Curry (with an extra chicken wing) with the spiciness level raised by adding 3 grams of cayenne pepper, just one step before extremely spicy. This order, which I have perfected after visiting more than ten times, is my absolute favorite (though other items on the menu are delicious too, the most popular dish is probably the Mixed Curry, but if you want to directly experience the deep curry sauce, the Chicken Curry is the best recommendation). Breaking apart the rounded rice and savoring the fluffy rice, the punch of spices, the tender chicken falling off the bone - it was a lunch of bliss. By the way, the other two in my top three are "Shinkawa Delhi" and "Baba Brothers."

I bookmarked this place called "Yomachi," which is a completely unknown location, and since they only serve lunch, it was a bit challenging to visit. With the help of purchasing a 24-hour metro ticket, I managed to take just one stop from Ikebukuro (something I normally wouldn't do) to get there. However, I decided to walk back to Ikebukuro after my visit, which took about a little over 10 minutes. I arrived 10 minutes before opening on a Saturday and was the fourth in line. I ordered the recommended dish, the "Mixed Curry" for ¥950 (tax included). It came with two pieces of tender chicken wings that fell off the bone easily, along with some vegetables. I opted for the regular female portion of rice without any changes. The vegetables mainly consisted of root vegetables like daikon, burdock, and sweet potato. The soup was light and clear, with a broth-like flavor. You can adjust the spiciness with cayenne pepper, but even with the standard amount on the chicken wings, it wasn't very spicy. There was a man who ordered curry, dessert, and a drink, possibly because the curry itself was on the lighter side. The female staff, presumably the wife, provided good service.

Next to Ikebukuro, there is a town called "Kanamecho" which opened in 2006, and one of the representative shops in this town is "Kaeru Shokudo", a curry restaurant with long lines where customers are evenly split between men and women and the only seating option is at the counter. The frog sign is distinctive and adds a soothing atmosphere to the restaurant. I arrived around 11:40 and was lucky to get in just in time for the first round. The menu offers a variety of options from classic chicken curry to vegetable, keema, and tantan curries. They also have the popular spicy curry and the watery curry that Tokyo is known for. This time, I ordered the chicken curry for 900 yen. The bone-in chicken is simmered until it falls apart, making it easy to eat with just a spoon. You can adjust the amount of rice, but be warned, the curry is quite spicy. It was so hot that I continued eating while spitting fire. However, squeezing lemon over the curry allowed me to change the flavor, which I found enjoyable. Personally, I didn't love it, but I think this curry with its watery texture and spiciness would be irresistible to those who enjoy it. Thank you for the meal.

Arrived around 1:30 PM on Saturday. There were 4 people ahead of me in line. Waited for about 5 minutes before entering. I had already read MyRepi's comments in advance, so I quickly decided on the Black Tantan Curry for 1,000 yen including tax. It was served in about 10 minutes. Took a bite of the curry roux. The finely chopped various vegetables matched really well with the base curry roux and tasted delicious. When you squeeze lemon juice over it, the overall flavor transforms vividly. I definitely want to try the Red Tantan Curry at some point as well. I will definitely revisit ^_^

Ikebukuro's popular neighboring town Yomemachi has a popular restaurant called "Kaeru Shokudo." When you open the entrance, you will see a large chiffon cake displayed in front of you. Not only curry, but the desserts are also popular at this place. At first glance, the somewhat intimidating owner seems to get along well with his wife and has a good atmosphere. They explain the curry and desserts meticulously. - Mixed Curry: ¥950 This soup curry has a light and clear texture with a tomato base and no stickiness. The rich flavor comes from a generous amount of onions and a thick white soup. The natural emphasis on spices gives it a slightly medicinal quality, and the emphasis on flavor rather than fragrance is very appealing. The mixed curry contains various vegetables like burdock root and sweet potatoes, which was surprising but interesting. The rice is cooked with chicken soup, ginger, and garlic, and it's quite light even with a refreshing lemon on top. A unique curry with a mix of nostalgia and creativity. - Ice Spice Tea: ¥450 - One Bite Caramel Ice Cream: ¥200 The dessert has a fairytale-like appearance that matches the individuality of the curry. The foamy milk spicy tea has a prominent ginger flavor and a refreshing Asian vibe despite its appearance. Balancing this, the caramel ice cream is super rich with both bitterness and sweetness. It includes caramel sauce, and it's a must-try for next time as well. Adding the complimentary coconut cookie on top made it even more delicious. Getting a set will save you ¥100 for each item, making it a great deal. It's amazing to get such delicious ice cream for only ¥200.

A popular curry restaurant with only 7 seats near Yurakucho or the Fukutoshin Line Ikebukuro Station. You can choose the amount of rice and spiciness level. The service is polite and pleasant. I was worried about the popularity of the place, but luckily managed to get the last seat at 12:15. I ordered the chicken curry (900 yen) with extra spicy (2g of cayenne pepper) and default rice (220g). The owner recommended squeezing lemon on the curry for a different flavor, and also explained how to enjoy the chicken wings. The curry was flavorful and the chicken wings were deliciously tender. The spice level was just right with the cayenne pepper. Squeezing lemon added a refreshing touch. It was really delicious.

Received dish: Green curry - ¥900 (tax included) A slightly bitter and slightly unique flavor with vegetables, green leaf paste, and cheese rice. 170g portion. A sign in front of the restaurant "Kaeru Shokudo", illustrated by the popular picture book artist Noriko Kudo, known for the book "The Stray Cat Army".

#Yatomachi #Curry #KaeruShokudo Arrived at 12:50 on Saturday, had to wait for about 10 minutes with 4 people ahead of us. We were seated and ordered the Red Tan-Tan Curry and a glass of Ebisu beer. The Ebisu glass was cute and ice-cold! The curry was indeed red, tan-tan, and spicy, very delicious. The Ebisu beer had a sweet taste. Thank you for the meal!

Food log 3.77 Curry Top 100 Stores 2022 47/100th Store Saturday 13:10 Lined up and entered at 13:55 There was a long line, it's really popular Ordered a Mixed Curry (vegetables + 2 chicken wings) and a Pork Rib Curry with Soft Bone (vegetables + stewed pork ribs in sweet and spicy sauce)

I visited the restaurant at 12:30 on a weekday after the rain had stopped, and luckily I was able to enter without waiting. I ordered the recommended mixed curry with medium-spiced rice (300g). The owner kindly explained the dish when it was served. The unique flavor after squeezing the lemon was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

The curry at this restaurant is not too spicy, but it still makes you break out in a sweat right away. That's how curry is, right? It's delicious, right? Delicious, right? After asking myself this multiple times, I end up finishing the whole thing in about 12 bites. Mixed curry 300g for 950 yen.

Frog Restaurant Curry Hyakumeiten Kagurazaka - I love it so much, it's surprising! My favorite curry! It's a new genre of curry that's different from Indian curry or home-style curry. It has a subtle sense of healthiness. It's not overly spicy. I chose the Pork Cartilage Curry, the tender sweetness of the cartilage melts in your mouth, yet it's refreshing,.... I don't have enough words to describe it, it's frustrating! It was really delicious. It's closer to Kanamecho Station than Ikebukuro Station. I'm curious about the other curry flavors so I'll visit again. Thank you for the meal!

On Wednesday around 2:30 PM, I arrived at "Kaeru Shokudo" after a 4-5 minute walk from Kanamecho Station. The sun was strong on the first summer day of the year, making me a little tired. Inside the restaurant with last orders at 3 PM, there was only one customer sitting at the counter seats in front. The counter seats lined up in a row have 7 seats. There are probably two people working at the restaurant, most likely a husband and wife. There are many frog ornaments inside the restaurant. The exterior and menu of the restaurant are also cute in some way. - Black Tan-Tan Curry (Extra Spicy) 1,000 yen - Topping: Pork Belly Meat (approx. 30g) 200 yen - Beer (Ebisu 350ml) 450 yen (Total: 1,650 yen) With this heat, I felt like having a beer, and I chose the Black Tan-Tan Curry with extra spiciness. The spiciness of the curry can be adjusted with the amount of cayenne pepper (free) added, ranging from 0.5g (spicy) to 1g (medium) to 2g (extra spicy) to 4g (extremely spicy). I received the Ebisu canned beer right away. The small and cute glass for the canned beer was also chilled, and I gulped it down. About 5 minutes after ordering, the Black Tan-Tan Curry with pork belly meat topping arrived. There is a round portion of rice at the edge of the plate, and the curry is spread all over it. There seem to be various vegetables in the curry. The large sesame seeds and small black peppercorns are present throughout. Due to the variety of vegetables and spices, the curry does not feel thick and has a smooth consistency. I start eating. I can taste the flavor of sesame seeds, and the spiciness is just right. It's not just spicy, but you can also feel the richness. The pork belly has some chewy parts like beef tendons and some meaty parts, along with various vegetables such as sliced taro resembling potato fries, green peppers, or lotus root-like pieces, offering different textures. However, the well-balanced spiciness, sesame seed flavor, and various spices and ingredients provide a good combination of spiciness and richness, making me keep eating more. Next time, I might try the Chicken Curry with 3 wings that can be easily removed from the bone with just a spoon, or the option between Vegetable Mushroom Curry or the Mix Curry with 2 wings and vegetables. Thanks for the meal. It was a perfect curry for the hot day.

Black Tan-Tan Curry 1000 Iced Latte 450 Chiffon Sundae 400 is absolutely delicious. Despite being labeled as "extra spicy," those who can handle moderately spicy curry will find it manageable. The balance between spiciness and numbing sensation is superb. It is satisfying to eat half as is, and the other half with a squeeze of lemon. The dessert includes a bonus oatmeal cookie, along with a chiffon cake and caramel ice cream which are equally delightful. Whether just the curry or with dessert, both options leave you feeling content. The key takeaway is the chef's mastery of flavors, evident in the delicious curry and desserts. I also appreciate the spoon and fork with smiling faces, which left a lasting impression from a previous visit. It was nice to see them again after a long time.

After waiting for a while, I finally got to visit the "Frog Cafeteria". I arrived around noon and was the third in line outside the restaurant. After a 10-minute wait, I was seated at the 7-seat counter. I decided to order the highly recommended "Mixed Curry" (you can choose the amount of rice and spiciness). The restaurant was filled with the aromatic smell of spices, stimulating my appetite. As the name suggests, there were many cute frog ornaments around. The mixed curry came with vegetables and 2 chicken wings. The chicken wings were tender and easily fell apart with a spoon. The curry was very watery but packed with flavor from the spices. The vegetables included daikon radish, wood ear mushrooms, burdock root, potatoes, garlic sprouts, and perhaps tomatoes. It was a healthy and refreshing dish. You can add a squeeze of lemon provided on the side for a refreshing flavor change. Next time, I plan to try the black sesame curry. You can find reviews of other top restaurants from around the country here (link provided).

We visited the curry restaurant on a holiday, a little after 12 with two people. It is a famous store and we were also interested in Kaera's shop. There was no line, but the inside of the shop was full and we waited for about 10 minutes. During that time, a group of two people came in line behind us... The small store had only 7 counter seats, and there were frogs sitting on the kitchen shelf. There were characters like "Kerokoro-chan" and "Kopoo" there lol. We ordered: - Mixed curry - Cartilage and pork curry The basic curry was a light South Indian or Sri Lankan style curry, not very spicy but with a strong spice flavor. The rice was cooked just right with chopped ginger in it. The mixed curry had vegetables with two chicken wings on top. The chicken wings were tender and slid off the bone easily, and the cartilage had a good texture as well. The cartilage and pork had a similar good texture. The pork had a pretty rich seasoning. They suggested squeezing lemon midway through for a change in taste, and when I tried it, it was very refreshing...I could probably eat another two plates lol.

"Visited 'Kaeru Shokudo' in Nishi-Ikebukuro, a small curry restaurant known as one of the top curry places. Arrived at the store on a holiday at 1:00 PM. There was one seat available at the counter, so I entered and ordered the Chicken Curry for 900 yen. The rice automatically comes in 170g, but 300g is available upon request. The curry is a mildly spicy, watery type with strong spices. The Chicken Curry had 3 chicken wings, and the meat easily came off the bones when poked with a spoon. About halfway through the meal, the owner advised me to squeeze the lemon provided and pour it over the curry roux, which changed the taste to a slightly tangy and mild flavor. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal."

In 2023, Ikebukuro was extremely crowded during Golden Week, actually, Ikebukuro is always crowded. After finishing my errands in Ikebukuro, I walked to a dining hall and arrived around 1:30 pm, so I was able to enter without waiting. It's a small restaurant with only counter seats. There were frog figurines placed around, so it seems like they like frogs. I bought their popular menu item, black spicy curry. I opted for 300g of rice, which is free up to that amount. The food arrived, the curry was in a bowl shape with plenty of root vegetables. It was quite spicy but a good kind of spiciness. It was delicious. I squeezed some lemon halfway through eating, which added a nice sourness and changed the flavor significantly. The 300g of rice was just the right amount. This time I tried the black spicy curry, but I'd like to try other curries in the future.

I had the mixed curry rice 500 grams and it was delicious. The chicken, stewed just as the owner described, was tender, and the lemon added a unique flavor. There are apparently various other flavors to choose from, and the neighboring keema curry looked tasty too.