This time, I visited Osaka Man'ei Premium Curry, which opened on August 8th in Shintomi-cho. The location is a 4.5-minute walk from Shintomi-cho Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line. The opening hours are from 11:00 to 20:00, probably running continuously. I visited alone around 4:00 PM. At the entrance, there are many flowers. There is a ticket machine near the entrance where you can place your order. The menu includes curry and katsu curry, with prices varying based on the amount of rice and curry. I ordered the Man'ei Premium Katsu Curry for 1,300 yen. The seating consists of about 10 counter seats and 3-4 tables for 2 people each, totaling around 18 seats. I sat at a counter seat near the entrance. I received a paper towel and water upon being seated. After a short wait of about 5-6 minutes, the Man'ei Premium Katsu Curry arrived. The appearance looked delicious, with yellow curry rice and a nicely breaded katsu. The curry itself was black and tasted sweet at first, followed by a spicy kick. It was really delicious, with a unique sweet and spicy flavor profile. The curry is based on chicken soup, slowly simmered with sautéed onions, aromatic vegetables, and beef. It also contains a variety of spices from around the world. The sweetness comes from the sautéed onions and aromatic vegetables. The katsu paired perfectly with the curry. It was a delightful meal.

The rice had a great seasoning, like the sharpness of Higuchi Cutter. As for the curry, it was a bit spicy at first but had a sweet aftertaste, like a sweetness festival in the mouth! Overall, it felt like a taste of Nagoya.

At first, it's very sweet. Then comes the spiciness. It's pretty tasty overall. However, it lacks freshness as it's similar to Indian curry, and the lack of richness in the ingredients and the slimy texture are disappointing. A friend I ate with even said, "Are they just heating up the packs they sell at the store?" But that's probably not the case. The rice was good though. However, the garnish of pickled vegetables was minimal, and at 1000 yen for one dish and 1300 yen for pork cutlet curry, it's a bit questionable. It seems like they just opened, so there's hope for improvement.

On August 23, 2023, I visited a newly opened restaurant in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, which came all the way from Osaka. Located near Shin-Tomii Station on the Yurakucho Line, I walked in for lunch. The restaurant had both counter and table seating, and as a solo diner, I was seated at the counter. The aroma of spices in the restaurant was not very noticeable due to the heat. I ordered the Premium Tonkatsu Curry for 1300 yen. The tonkatsu was freshly fried, albeit a bit small. I poured the curry sauce over the turmeric rice and took my first bite, which was surprisingly sweet. As I continued eating, the spiciness gradually kicked in, making the dish more flavorful. It wasn't overwhelmingly spicy but had a nice subtle heat that lingered. I enjoyed the pickled vegetables on the side, especially the pickled cucumbers which were recommended as an additional topping for just 100 yen. After the meal, I walked to the Ginza Tenryu main store in Ginza 1-chome to buy some gyoza as souvenirs. From there, I walked to Tokyo Station without taking any trains. Honestly, I felt the effects of the summer heat and realized that I may be getting older. I even passed by a ramen shop but couldn't bring myself to eat another bowl. However, the cleanliness and hospitality of the restaurant staff were commendable. The curry, which started off sweet and gradually became spicier, left a lasting impression. I look forward to visiting again in winter. Thank you for the meal.

In Tsukiji, there is a delicious and spicy black curry restaurant called Manei. I arrived at the restaurant around 1 pm. It opened on August 8th, and there were beautiful orchids displayed in front of the store. Upon entering, I purchased a meal ticket from the ticket machine and sat at the counter. They also had tables for two. I ordered the Manei Premium Katsu Curry. In about 2-3 minutes, the curry arrived. It consisted of saffron rice, black curry, and pork cutlet. I first tried the black curry with rice, and it was delicious. The curry had just the right amount of spiciness and rich flavor. The pork cutlet was also good, especially when eaten with the curry. I enjoyed every bite until the end.

I happened to enter this shop by chance. It seems like it was just recently opened. They only have one type of curry roux, which is not bad but the meat pieces are small. I wonder if they need to put the curry roux in a curry pot? There are many delicious restaurants in this area, so I think they should make a little more effort. The rice was very delicious. Even though it was not busy, they cleared the table right after we finished eating, so we couldn't relax. The staff also seemed inexperienced. I would recommend it to those who don't have much time or want to eat quickly.

"Ban'ei Curry" in Shin-Tomi-cho, a calm area of Shinjuku, has a new look. This black curry restaurant, opened by a wholesaler on 8/8, offers the ultimate delicious curry called "Ban'ei Premium Curry". Developed by a comprehensive wholesaler in Osaka, "Ban'ei", this retort-style European black curry has become a popular dish with over 100,000 servings sold in about 4 years. The goal is to deliver this taste to the whole country, so the first store was opened in Tokyo as the information dissemination center. The black curry is made with carefully selected ingredients and spices from around the world, based on chicken soup, and slowly simmered with sweet sautéed onions, aromatic vegetables, and beef. The unique taste of black curry is characterized by the sweetness when you first taste it, followed by a lingering spiciness. The location is about a 3-minute walk from Shin-Tomi-cho Station on the Yurakucho Line. It has a chic appearance with a black exterior and a white noren curtain along Heisei Street. The interior is also unified with dark and chic colors, with a counter for 9 seats, 3 two-person tables, a strong air conditioning system, and TV sound as background music. The faint spice scent already wafting through the store stimulates the appetite. First, purchase a meal ticket at the ticket machine at the entrance and take a seat. The main menu consists of two items: - Ban'ei Premium Curry 1,000 yen - Ban'ei Premium Katsu Curry 1,300 yen Extra portions of roux or rice are available for an additional charge, and a half-size portion can also be ordered. Toppings include tonkatsu (300 yen), raw egg (150 yen), cheese (150 yen), and added pickles (100 yen). "Suguki" is one of the three major Kyoto pickles, made from pickled turnip greens, and is intentionally matched with ingredients that are not usually combined. There are two types of lassi, plain and mango, both priced at 400 yen each. The dishes we tried were as follows: - Ban'ei Premium Katsu Curry 1,300 yen - Mango Lassi *Service with flyer took 6 minutes to be served. A large plate with katsu and rice, accompanied by suguki, presented in a simple one-plate style. The roux is served separately, allowing you to pour it according to your preference. When you taste the roux, you can clearly taste the sweetness at first, followed by a spiciness that resonates from the back of your throat after a slight delay. When you bite into the beef, the umami spreads from the fibers, and the rounded flavor is firmly finished with the spiciness. The grainy rice enhances the sweetness and aroma of the roux. The intentionally lightly seasoned katsu, with its crispy coating and seeping oil blending with the curry, provides a pleasant bite. By the end of the meal, a gentle perspiration began to form, but the spiciness was not overpowering, leaving a refreshing impression. There is a curry restaurant called "Curry Meijin" nearby, but the taste here offers a different flavor experience. The exquisite spiciness that follows the sweetness, if you are curious, be sure to experience it for yourself. Ban'ei Curry Address: 1-9-12 Shintomi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo Marukou Ginza Building 1F Phone number: 03-6222-9966 Business hours: 11:00-20:00 (L.O. 19:45) Closed on Sundays and holidays Duration of stay: 20 minutes Bill: 1,300 yen including tax Time of entry: Weekdays 11:30, no wait

Visited a famous restaurant in Osaka and ordered the curry cutlet with extra large serving of curry sauce, which is not available at the main store. The first bite had a sweet and rich flavor, but gradually the spiciness turned into umami. It was delicious! The cutlet was large and crispy, perfectly matching with the curry sauce. The turmeric-colored rice also subtly complemented the dish. I felt that the curry cutlet was great value for money. The restaurant was clean and had a comfortable atmosphere with plenty of space between tables. It's definitely going on my list of places to revisit.

First Visit 202308 (No.4724) 1. Purpose of the visit - To check out a new curry restaurant that has opened in Shinkawa. 2. Shop information - Genre on Tabelog: Curry - Opened on August 8, 2023 - Captivating curry enthusiasts with carefully selected ingredients and spices from around the world? [European-style black curry] - Business hours: 11:00-20:00 - Closed on Sundays and holidays - Seating capacity: 16 seats 3. Crowdedness and atmosphere on the day of the visit - Visited at 11:20 on a weekday, with 1 customer before and 1 customer after. - Stylish interior 4. Customer service - Service following the manual 5. Order items - Mangei Premium Katsu Curry 1,300 yen Chose the recommended item above (^_-)-☆ Received the dish 3-4 minutes after handing in the food ticket ~(^^♪ The curry sauce is on the sweeter side, with spiciness kicking in later, a traditional European-style curry. However, the pre-fried cutlet lacks a homemade touch, and the rice lacks the freshly cooked feel (;´∀｀) Thank you for the meal.

A curry restaurant opened in Shin-Tomi Town. It used to be an izakaya called Hosokawa. When I visited at night, there were no other customers. As someone from Kanto, I'm not familiar with the name "Manei," but it seems to be a members-only department store-like wholesaler in Osaka. When I tried the curry, there weren't many reviews from others, so I was puzzled if it was curry from the Manei restaurant. The staff were all middle-aged. I ordered the Manei Premium Pork Cutlet Curry for 1300 yen at the ticket machine by the entrance and had to wait for quite a while... about 15 minutes. The curry served was sweet and spicy, with a dark color, but the taste was relatively light, like beef curry? I didn't research much before eating, but knowing it originated in Osaka made sense. The spiciness was moderate, suitable for everyone. It was quite delicious, in my opinion. They specialize in "suguki" pickles, which have a unique sweet and slightly sour flavor. The pork cutlet was decently tasty, not seeming like molded meat. The turmeric rice was cooked well and had a nice texture. It may be a bit pricey, but it was a reliable pork cutlet curry. It's worth trying at night.

The other day, my wife and I went out for lunch at a newly opened restaurant after receiving a flyer in the mail. Thanks to the flyer, we discovered the wonderful Mango Lassi and Lassi. Ordering at the ticket machine was very smooth and cashless. We chose the Man'ei Premium Katsu Curry for 1300 yen and the Man'ei Premium Curry for 1000 yen. While the prices were a bit high, the flavors were rich and satisfying. The curry tasted delicious, and we will see if it leaves a lasting impression in a week. Congratulations on your opening, and thank you for the delicious meal. We will definitely come back!

The sweet and spicy curry sauce went really well with the pickled vegetables. I asked for extra pickled vegetables. The pork cutlet itself was flavorful and delicious. When you pour the curry sauce over the cutlet, it becomes even more delicious. The lassi after the spicy curry was refreshing.

A delicious Western-style curry with a sweet taste followed by spiciness and richness! I enjoyed it until the end.

The restaurant had no aroma of spices. I ordered the premium curry with cheese topping and mango lassi using a food ticket. The curry, which arrived shortly after, consisted of black curry sauce in a sauce pot, turmeric rice, cheese, and pickles on the side. The appearance was decent. However, the curry tasted similar to "Indian curry," with a hint of sweetness and less spiciness. But it lacked a distinct balance of spices and aroma. The beef in the curry was thinly sliced and had a rubbery texture, similar to the beef in common retort curry. It was far from delicious. Even for a curry lover like me, I expected a minimum level of satisfaction, especially considering the price of 1,000 yen per dish. While I don't deny the concept of a central kitchen, it should be relatively easy to sauté the ingredients and spices, add the base sauce, and let them blend together. The mango lassi was the most delicious part of the meal.

The sweetness is followed by spiciness, it's painful. I had a lassi and retort curry for the grand opening celebration.