I don't usually go to CoCo Ichibanya, but I was craving curry and chicken so I decided to visit. I love seafood, so I ordered the Seafood Curry with crispy chicken on top. I also got a side of pickled radish, salad, and a drink. The crispy chicken was delicious and the seafood was tasty too. I think the ability to customize toppings is unique to CoCo Ichibanya. I used to avoid this place, but now I'm thinking of coming back to try more dishes. I'm excited to explore other menu items next time.

In June 2022, Cocoichi has started to make changes. They introduced two rice portion sizes: 250g and 350g. They also added the option of "half toppings" and offered discounts on set salads. Despite the fact that they should have raised prices due to rising ingredient costs, they seem to be shifting focus elsewhere. Personally, I would have liked a 450g rice option, as I usually go for 500g when I'm really hungry. Many people probably share this opinion, so I hope they consider adding it in the future. The half toppings are a great addition, allowing for more variety in a single order. Overall, the benefits seem to outweigh any potential price increases. The smaller salad size is offset by individual lower prices, and the set discounts are definitely appreciated. I ordered the "Clam Curry, Shrimp Cutlet, Half-size Fried Squid, Level 1 Spiciness, 400g" for 1,341 yen. It felt like a good deal compared to the usual 1,500 yen range I remember. The curry tasted like classic Cocoichi curry, and the toppings all maintained their usual flavors. The clam curry with generous amounts of clams, along with the shrimp cutlet and fried squid, made for a satisfying seafood curry dish. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal. (By Kyanatsushiku, 6/28/2022)

Kansai limited menu "Beef tendon stew curry" edition. I have an extremely weak constitution when it comes to such recommendations. I don't have a strong attachment to specialness (laughs). I easily make decisions without being too conscious of myself, but it's always fun to look at the menu. I think that's the concept of this place from a business management perspective. When I visited, there was only one sister working hard. She was doing a lot of things at once, which was pretty cool. Despite that, she provided warm service, not just going through the motions. "Beef tendon stew curry 400g, medium spicy, with 2 fried oysters topping" (1,212 yen) - as shown in the photo. I always end up adding fried oysters at this time of year at this place. Even though it's frozen food quality, I think it's worth more than the price. Now, the beef tendon stew curry was really good. It has a nice Japanese-style curry flavor with a hint of Coco Ichi's pork curry roux. The green onions played a nice role as well. It's interesting that sometimes the beef tendon turns out to be konjac. Yes, it was delicious. Thank you for the meal. I don't know if it's because I'm frugal or because of the upbringing to cherish food, but I hate eating curry off a plate. So I try to eat as cleanly as possible. I've always eaten that way, and I probably will continue to do so. (By Kyanatsumi Sora, 2021.11.16) (11 reviews/3.05)

Finally, it's my first experience at "CoCo Ichibanya". It's early April. Today, I'm in the mood for Pork Ginger, but I need to go to Akabane Station to buy a bus pass. When I search for Pork Ginger options at Akabane Station, I find "Restaurant World" known for its cheap steak lunch and "Old-fashioned Cafe Tomoruyo". I've tried Tomoruyo before and it was just okay, so I head to "Restaurant World". Upon arrival, I remember someone's review mentioning that Pork Ginger is only available at night, and lunch options are limited. I ask before sitting down, and they confirm that Pork Ginger is only served at night. Disappointed, I decide to go to "CoCo Ichibanya", which I've been putting off visiting. I remember seeing a special on TV about CoCo Ichibanya yesterday and worry if there will be seats available, but surprisingly, there are empty seats at the counter. I thought I had to order from a vending machine, but it's actually done verbally (phew). Today's order: Pork Curry @514, Rosukatsu @295, Yonkara (level 4 spiciness) @88. My main goal today is to determine my spice tolerance level. Based on reviews from others, I decide to go with level 4 spiciness. The result is spot on! The Pork Curry tastes delicious, and the level of spiciness is just right. It's spicy enough to enjoy but not overwhelming. When it gets too spicy, the cold water tastes refreshing, making the spicy curry even more enjoyable. It's a great combination. The Tonkatsu in the Katsu Curry is fried fresh upon ordering. The Rosukatsu is thin but crispy and tasty. CoCo Ichibanya is definitely popular, as it was packed by the time I left. Finally, I can now comment on the spice level at CoCo Ichibanya.

Around 13:30 on December 10, 2020 (Thursday), I took a bus to Akabane, it's been a while. I hadn't had lunch yet, and Akabane has many delicious dining options. I decided to try the curry restaurant CoCo Ichibanya at Akabane LaLa Garden store, which I had been wanting to visit. I ordered the Menchi Katsu Curry for 776 yen based on the menu board outside. I asked for the spiciness level to be normal as I'm not good with spicy food. I was quite hungry, so I thought I should have gotten the large size, but the rice portion was larger than I expected at 300g. The curry had a nice kick to it, leaving a pleasant spiciness in my throat after each bite. I haven't eaten at CoCo Ichibanya in about 10 years, so it was a nostalgic experience. I paid 776 yen at the register near the entrance. Thank you for the meal!

I visited "CoCo Ichibanya Akabane LaLa Garden Store" on a holiday in October 2019 around 7:00 pm. It is located about a 7-8 minute walk from Akabane Station. The restaurant is situated in LaLa Garden, an arcade area in Akabane. The cozy interior had about 5 customers already seated. I sat at the counter and ordered the "Seafood Curry" for ¥818 with an additional level of spiciness, "4 spicy" for ¥88. The curry arrived in about 5 minutes, filled with clams, shrimp, and squid. The slightly firm shrimp added a nice texture, while the squid seemed to be fried separately and then added to the curry, giving it a fresh taste. The clams did not have a strong sea flavor. I found the portion slightly lacking, so I added plenty of Fukujinzuke (pickles) from the table. The spiciness level of "4 spicy" might not be enough for seafood curry, I thought "5 spicy" would be better. I didn't really taste the seafood broth in the curry, which is a characteristic of CoCo Ichibanya. If they offer a more advanced seafood curry, I might visit more often. Overall, I think the menu is not bad. CoCo Ichibanya's quality should not be underestimated.

Had lunch at Cocoichi. It had been a while since I last visited. I didn't have a specific reason, but I was in the mood for curry. I ordered the Tonkatsu curry with spinach topping, spice level 2. The katsu was crispy and filling, with plenty of spinach. I gradually increased the spiciness with extra spices and finished it all. The bill came to 1236 yen. It's not something I can afford to eat regularly, but it's nice to indulge in once in a while. Thank you for the meal.

Today, I went to Round One with my friend who loves meat, and we found out that there is a free shuttle bus from Akabane Station. We decided to have lunch at Akabane Station, and my friend wanted to eat curry. So, we went to CoCo Ichi Lalagarden store, which is about a 3-minute walk from Akabane Station! It was crowded because it was Sunday lunchtime, so we were seated at the counter. We ordered sweet curry, menchi katsu curry, cream croquette, and egg curry. My friend, who loves meat, really enjoyed the menchi katsu curry. It's great that they have sweet curry for kids too!

It is located in Akabane Raragarden. I went with my sister. I had beef curry. It was delicious with a spicy kick.

I like that the taste is consistent no matter which store you go to. I always enjoy eating it with the flavorful sauce!

It is located in an arcade shopping street. There were many male customers, which made me feel a bit intimidated at first, but once I went in, I didn't mind at all. The taste and system were the same as other stores, I think. Not just here, but I often eat vegetable curry and this shop's was delicious.

The taste is decent, but it seems like the staff are not getting along well as their conversations at the counter are clearly audible. I hope they receive proper training on customer service and communication.

The food is delicious but the portion size is small for the price.

I tried the limited-time "Adult Spice Curry" and it was a bit of a letdown. I made the mistake of adding toppings like asparagus and shrimp, which overpowered the spice flavors. Next time, I would try it without any toppings. I wish they would make the spice option a regular menu item instead of just a limited-time offer.

Dining Out Edition - A Glimpse of Conscience in a Single Piece of Meat: Pork Curry at CoCo Ichibanya/Akabane A little while ago, on 10/9 (Sun) for lunch, I was in the mood for curry so I headed to this restaurant. It's the CoCo Ichibanya at Akabane LaLa Garden. It had been a while since I last visited this CoCo Ichibanya, but I had recently tried the pork curry at the Musashi-Urawa branch and even though it was without any toppings, it was quite tasty. First, I checked the menu. Here at CoCo Ichibanya, the basic curry comes with pork, but in reality, it's without any meat or toppings. It seems like they expect you to add toppings from the start, but both the calories and the price increase significantly when you do, so I held back and ordered the regular size without toppings (463 yen). After a while, the pork curry arrived. It's just the rice with the basic curry sauce poured over it, still without any toppings. I added the Fukujinzuke and sprinkled plenty of spicy spice on top to prepare. Of course, curry should be super spicy. Let's dig in. Munch munch munch♪ Mmm, delicious! It's a taste that sets it apart from the typical Japanese curry. The Fukujinzuke as a condiment. Personally, I prefer the red pickled ginger, but I know I'm in the minority. A little bit of the sauce on the table. The taste changes drastically. Use it sparingly. I thought the "pork curry" was without meat, but I found some. A small piece just before the Fukujinzuke. You can see the difference in volume compared to the rice. Still, it wasn't completely without meat, which shows the conscience of the restaurant. I slurped down the pork curry in one go and finished it. Phew, I ate it all. With this taste and portion at this price, the cost performance is satisfactory. Miyaken left the restaurant very satisfied. The end. From January 2011 to this day, the number of meals eaten out (breakfast and lunch only, excluding the company cafeteria) is 758, with an average price of 470 yen per meal including tax.