Kanda Ogawamachi Soup Curry Restaurant Kodo Audrey Kanda Surugadai Store "Red Chicken Curry 20 Times Spiciness" Established in 2002, Kodo Audrey is a soup curry restaurant that stands out in the fiercely competitive area known as "Jimbocho Area," where there are over 400 curry shops. It has been selected as one of the top 100 curry restaurants in Tokyo in 2019/2020/2022. Located next to an Ethiopian restaurant on the right and a Curry & Wine Bistro on the left, the area is quite vibrant. It is about a 5-7 minute walk from JR Ochanomizu Station or Tokyo Metro Jimbocho Station. The restaurant has a spacious and nostalgic atmosphere with 39 seats on the 1st and 2nd floors. Lunchtime is usually crowded, so there may be a line. The soup curry base comes in two types: a pork bone-based "black soup" and a chicken-based "red soup." You can choose your ingredients and then select the level of spiciness. The ordering process is as follows, and the food is served in about 10 minutes: 1. Chicken-based "red soup" 2. Chicken 3. Spiciness 20 times. The menu warns that the 4 times spiciness is "not responsible!!!" but 20 times?! Although it may seem extreme, a friend with a similar spice preference said that 20 times at Kodo is about as spicy as 50-60 times at the Ethiopian restaurant next door. I chose the red chicken base with 20 times spiciness, and it was indeed quite spicy, but not just hot - it had a flavorful and rich taste with the sweetness of vegetables. The ingredients included tender chicken leg, bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, half-boiled egg, and plenty of onions simmered in the curry. It was incredibly delicious! Next time, I might try the black base with vegetables and 25-30 times spiciness. Thank you for the meal!

On the last day of the 3-day weekend, I went to lunch with a friend on Monday. We arrived at exactly 12:00 and there was no wait. Upon entering, we found that there were seating options on the 1st floor and the mezzanine. We were seated on the mezzanine. When we looked at the menu, we had to choose between red or black soup. Then we could choose the ingredients and the level of spiciness. The black soup was tonkotsu, while the red soup was chicken wing broth. My friend ordered the red soup with chicken (bone-in) at level 1 spiciness for 1,300 yen, and I ordered the black soup with beef (120g) at level 2 spiciness for 1,400 yen. Since they didn't have potato salad, we also ordered corned beef salad for 450 yen. The corned beef salad arrived with proper corned beef on top. I, being used to the cheaper canned corned beef, appreciated the taste of the real thing. The salad with sunny lettuce, cabbage, carrots, and dressing was delicious. About 10 minutes after ordering, our soup curry and rice arrived. We asked for paper aprons and I showed my friend how to eat the soup curry (which was nothing complicated). We started eating. Level 2 spiciness made me sweat a little, but I could handle a bit more heat. My friend found level 1 to be too spicy. The black soup, based on pork bone, was not as sticky as ramen broth but had a light richness. The curry-like thickness was just right. It had a strong spice flavor, similar to what you would find in Hokkaido or even better. In addition to beef and egg, the vegetables - carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, broccoli, and eggplant - were quite tasty. In Hokkaido, there is a lot of competition in the soup curry scene, and many places try to stand out with unique flavors. This place, however, seemed to focus on the essence of soup curry. My friend, despite some complaints, managed to finish his chicken leg that had been simmered to perfection. We had a high-quality soup curry experience in Tokyo. Thank you for the meal. September 18, 2023. Rating: 3.76

When I visited for lunch on that day at 12:30, there were a few empty seats but the cleanup was not done yet so I had to wait a bit. They asked me if it was okay to wait a bit for the food to be ready, and I said OK! I chose red soup curry with lots of vegetables and domestically sourced chicken wings as the base, boneless chicken as the ingredients, and double the spiciness. I waited for about 15 minutes for the food to be served. I was worried that I might run out of time for my lunch break, but I am confident in my eating speed. The soup curry here is very watery and not very spicy. When I took a bite of the curry, I thought the double spiciness was too much, but it was fine when eaten with rice. It was delicious. I found that there was less chicken than I expected and I made a mistake in eating the bell peppers which caused the curry to splash. I ended up feeling like I ate too much after finishing lunch, but I didn't have any stomach discomfort in the afternoon.

I visited a beautiful lady first, but she was closed due to the typhoon. So, I decided to try the nearby restaurant, which was open. The restaurant had a two-story structure, with a seating area on the right side of the entrance, a little up the stairs. I ordered the Red Vegetable Curry with a spice level of 1 for 1100 yen. The curry arrived quickly in droplet-shaped bowls, which looked lovely. The curry was filled with broccoli, eggplant, carrots, bell peppers, potatoes, chopped onions, and a half-boiled egg, making it very filling. The spice level was mild, and I found it enjoyable. I left half of the rice but finished the soup. Even though they had raised their prices, they still offered free rice refills, which I appreciated. They only accepted cash for payment.

In the curry town, I decided to try soup curry to enjoy a delicious curry in this hot weather. After much deliberation, I chose the recommended red soup with bone-in chicken. The soup had a great umami flavor with a good dashi base, and the diced onions added a nice touch. The curry was filled with plenty of meat and vegetables, which I enjoyed cutting with a knife and fork. The bone-in chicken was tender and easy to separate from the bone. The spiciness level was just right for me, with a good balance of spices, soup, and ingredients. The atmosphere of the restaurant was also pleasant. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience.

I was curious about this popular soup curry restaurant and decided to visit for the first time. They offer two types of soup: a pork bone-based black soup and a chicken-based red soup. This time, I tried the red soup with chicken bones. I chose the standard level of spiciness. It cost 1300 yen. The soup was served in a generous portion with well-cooked chicken bones, vegetables, and an egg. The chicken soup base had a gentle sweetness that brought out the flavors of the ingredients. The spiciness was not very strong, and I didn't feel much of the spice. I should have chosen a higher level of spiciness. While the dish was delicious, I personally prefer curry with a stronger spice flavor, so it may be a matter of personal preference. The interior of the restaurant had a retro feel with a nice design including a second floor. However, some of the sofas were torn, and the restroom had an unpleasant smell, which slightly affected my overall impression. Thank you for the meal.

◼️Visit Date: Weekday right after opening ◼️Number of People Waiting: None ◼️Time of Entry: 11:07 ◼️Wait Time: None ◼️Number of Seats: 2-person tables x2, counter seats x6 ◼️Crowdedness: Half of the seats are taken ◼️Seated Time: 11:08 ◼️Ordering Method: Purchased ticket from the entrance machine ◼️Order Time: 11:08 ◼️Ordered Dish: Vegetable Curry ¥880 ◼️Number of Staff: 2 in the kitchen ◼️Atmosphere: Bright ◼️Main Dish Arrival Time: 11:15 ◼️Order to Dish Arrival Time: 8 minutes ◼️Contents of Ordered Dish: Vegetable Curry ◼️Taste of Dish: The curry is neatly arranged around the rice on a large plate, with vegetables placed on top. The curry has a balanced level of spiciness, which can be adjusted with pepper on the table. It is visually appealing and delicious. ◼️Service: Average ◼️Payment Method: Cash only ◼️Departure Time: 11:23 ◼️Duration of Stay: 16 minutes ◼️Overall Impressions: ① Tried the "Maji! Kamifuku God Pickles," which had umami but lacked sourness and sweetness. ② The vegetables in the curry, including eggplant, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper (pickled?), were very tasty.

I had some business in Jinbocho and decided to have lunch somewhere, so I chose to go to the "Soup Curry Restaurant Kou Kanda Surugadai Branch" where I had been before. When I arrived at 11:20, there was no line, so I went inside. There were some customers already inside, but there were empty seats, so I sanitized my hands and sat at a vacant table on the second floor. I ordered the "Black Soup & Black Wagyu 100% Handmade Hamburger for 1,350 yen" and requested it to be "spicy x3" and waited. The Black Wagyu 100% Handmade Hamburger is made with luxurious use of black wagyu beef, carefully handmade one by one, and is very juicy with meat juices overflowing. At 11:29, the Black Soup & Black Wagyu 100% Handmade Hamburger (spicy x3) arrived. The curry comes with black wagyu 100% handmade hamburger, half boiled egg, green peppers, carrots, potatoes, onions, etc. I started eating right away. It has a perfect level of spiciness with richness and umami, very delicious. The Black Wagyu 100% Handmade Hamburger is indeed juicy and tasty. The vegetables also add a nice touch. I started sweating halfway through, and before I knew it, I had finished my meal. Thank you for the delicious meal.

The restaurant opened around 18:15 even though it was supposed to open at 18:00. They didn't have a specific curry menu, just a choice between red or black. I chose red and asked for double the spiciness with chicken bones. The curry was tangy and sweet as expected, with a stronger sweetness than sourness. The ingredients included tender chicken, eggs, bell peppers, carrots, potatoes, and onions. The carrots and bell peppers were particularly delicious. The rice was cooked on the firmer side, which paired well with the curry. Overall, it was a straightforward and satisfying soup curry that would appeal to most people.

I was curious so I decided to visit. It was a weekday before noon, and I had to wait outside for a bit. The interior of the restaurant had a retro atmosphere. The layout was quite stylish with stairs leading up to what seemed like the 1.5th floor. When I go to a curry restaurant, I always order vegetable curry without hesitation. This time I tried soup curry for the first time, and it was so flavorful that I even asked for a refill of rice, which I usually eat in small portions. It was really delicious.

I have been going to Ochanomizu for a long time, but I have never tried the curry from a famous restaurant, which is quite surprising! So today, I did some research to find a renowned curry place. I prefer soup-like curry, so I chose this place next to the famous Ethiopian curry shop. I arrived at 1pm and there were about 3 people waiting in line. After a 20-minute wait, I was able to get in and placed my order. I ordered the Vegetable Curry (Black Soup) with standard spiciness level 1 for 1000 yen. The vegetable curry had a lot of very thin and runny soup. The vegetables included potatoes, carrots, onions, bell peppers, eggplants, boiled eggs, broccoli, with most of them cut quite large. The seasoning was just right, not overcooked. I ordered the standard spiciness level 1, but it turned out to be quite spicy! It was a bit challenging to finish it. Personally, I felt that the taste of the soup and the rice was not quite to my liking, so I may not come back again.

Before I knew it, this year's Kanda Curry Grand Prix had started. Last year, it was tough to win the title of Maestro, so this year I plan to take it easy. The first restaurant I chose was, of course, Oodori! Lately, the boneless chicken red curry has become a staple for me. If it's just the soup, I think the black curry is more delicious, but when combined with chicken, the red curry has a more cohesive taste. This year's Kanda Curry Grand Prix seems to be collaborating with Fist of the North Star, as they let me draw a card. Jagi...

I felt like eating curry on my day off on Monday, so I decided to go to Jimbocho to have some curry. There are many famous curry shops in the area, but this time I visited a new one. When I arrived, there was a short wait of 2 people ahead of me, so I was able to be seated quickly. I ordered the 1200 yen Black Chicken Curry with bones and spiciness level 1. I have eaten soup curry often in Sapporo. Unlike the spicy soup curry with spices in Sapporo, the curry-flavored soup curry in Jimbocho was different, but I personally like European-style curry so I was very satisfied. You can choose between bone-in or boneless chicken, and I chose bone-in for some reason. It was a bit troublesome to remove the meat from the bones, but the taste was delicious. It truly lived up to its reputation as one of the top 100 curry shops. I would love to visit again.

The soup curry at Audrey in the fiercely competitive curry district of Kanda Jimbocho is a level 2 spicy black curry with a hamburger patty. I lived in Hokkaido for 3 years and never thought soup curry was delicious, but Audrey's soup curry is delicious. In my late 30s, I used to eat it 2-3 times a week, it was my favorite restaurant. I can only go about once a month now, but it is still delicious as ever.

Took the Chuo Special Rapid train to Ochanomizu Station. Walked down Meidai Street and saw many young businessmen and students walking ahead of me... Perhaps they are participants of the Kanda Curry Grand Prix (-_-;) Arrived at the restaurant quickly at 11:42. There were no customers waiting, and I was seated right away. The soup was a red base made from vegetables and domestic chicken. The ingredients were vegetables. The spiciness level was normal. Just before the soup curry was served, an older staff member asked if I needed a paper apron. The soup curry arrived at 11:52. The restaurant was full at this point. The soup plate included half a boiled egg, as well as vegetables like eggplant, broccoli, carrot, potato, and bell pepper. The amount of ingredients was surprisingly large, making me wonder if I could add additional meat like chicken or pork shabu-shabu. The watery soup had a strong spice flavor and paired well with the boiled egg and vegetables. Although the rice was a bit lacking, I had reduced the spiciness level, so I enjoyed mixing the soup and ingredients together at the end. The total cost was 1000 yen. What, you're not participating in the Kanda Curry Grand Prix? Leave me alone~(-_-ﾒ)

My companion doesn't like soup curry very much, so we never came to this restaurant even though we checked it out before. Today, I had some business in Kanda, so I came alone to eat in the heat. It was just past 1 PM and I entered without waiting. I ordered the beef with black soup, spiciness level 2. The rice comes in a large portion for free, so of course I got the large size. It seems like you can also get free refills. The beef used to be limited in quantity, but now you can order it normally. The curry and rice are served separately, the curry is spicy and hot! It's delicious! The beef is big and tender. The vegetables are crunchy and good! Lately, many curries tend to be a bit cold when you try them, but this one was piping hot and delicious! There are still delicious curries in old establishments! Next time, I want to try the red soup. It was delicious. Thank you for the meal.

Black x Hamburger Curry Soup x 2, arrived at 11:50 and finished around 12:20. Finally tried the famous "Kou"! Went for the extra spicy 2x, but it was just the right amount of heat and very delicious! It's great that it's within walking distance for lunch break at work. I want to go with a girl next time.

A few minutes' walk from Jimbocho Station towards Kanda, on the gentle slope of Meidai Street, is a street known for its intense curry competition with many famous restaurants. Among them, this shop stands out with its atmosphere reminiscent of a Showa-era coffee shop, with a slightly dim interior. The background music of Showa-era songs only adds to the ambiance. You can choose between a pork bone-based black soup and a chicken wing-based red soup, and I opted for the red soup with chicken as the ingredients. You can also choose the level of spiciness, and I went for double the normal level. I was a bit worried if level 2 would be too spicy, but surprisingly, it had a good balance with the sweetness of the vegetables. However, I ended up sweating more than I expected (laughs). The soup curry is quite spicy, but the tender chicken wings were amazing and addictive. The rice is free for refills all day, which is a great service for those who want to eat a lot.

I had some business in Jimbocho and decided to have lunch somewhere since it was already noon. I searched for a new restaurant on Tabelog and found that "Soup Curry Restaurant Kou Kanda Surugadai Branch" had high ratings, so I decided to go there. When I arrived at the restaurant, there was a notice saying that they would open from 11:30 due to circumstances. I had to wait until then. At 11:25, they opened early and I was seated on the second floor after sanitizing my hands. I ordered the limited quantity "Black Soup Beef (120g) for 1,300 yen" and requested it to be "3 times" spicy. The Black Soup Beef, made with carefully simmered domestic beef, had a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The dish arrived at 11:37 with the curry and rice served separately. The curry contained beef, half an egg, broccoli, eggplant, bell pepper, carrot, potato, onion, and other vegetables, making it rich in ingredients. I started eating and found that it had a perfect level of spiciness with a rich flavor. The beef was indeed tender and melted in the mouth. The vegetables added a nice touch to the dish. I started sweating a bit from the spiciness but finished the meal in no time. It was another delicious meal.

I finished teleworking at the hotel on the mountain top and arrived at the restaurant on Meidai Street at 11:42. There were no customers waiting, and I was seated right away. The soup curry was served with a vegetable and domestically produced chicken base. The ingredients included vegetables, and the spiciness level was normal. Just before the soup curry was served, an elderly staff member asked if I needed a paper apron. I put on the paper apron at the perfect timing and the soup curry arrived. The soup plate contained half a boiled egg, as well as vegetables such as eggplant, broccoli, carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers as ingredients. The amount of ingredients was incredibly generous, making me wonder if I could add more meat like chicken or pork shabu-shabu. The watery soup curry had a strong spice flavor and went well with the boiled egg and vegetables. The rice was a bit lacking, but since I had chosen a mild spiciness level, I enjoyed mixing the soup and ingredients together at the end. The total cost was 1000 yen. And hey, don't ask me if the Kanda Curry Grand Prix for one person is over, okay? Just leave me alone~ (-_-ﾒ)

I had the black vegetable curry with spiciness level 1 and the Ossie. It was a little after 1:30 on a weekday and there was no wait. The restaurant was quiet and the staff were kind. The vegetables were large and very delicious. Despite being spiciness level 1, it was quite spicy. The Ossie was lighter than regular lassi, with a taste similar to mixing Calpis with milk. I would like to go again. Thank you for the meal.