Visited the restaurant again on May 29, 2023. My boss wanted to have ramen, but I suggested trying Tom Yum Kung while walking. We agreed and decided to go in. It was almost full when we arrived around 1 pm. Today, we ordered the Gapao Rice. The dish arrived in about 3-4 minutes. I was debating between Pad Thai and Gapao, but since I had noodles on my day off, I chose Gapao Rice. The Gapao had slightly scrambled eggs with a perfectly runny yolk, and the minced meat had just the right amount of spiciness. Although there aren't many options to compare, Thai cuisine here might be the best in the area. By the way, my boss, being true to himself, had Tom Yum Kung and seemed slightly dissatisfied as it lacked a bit of spiciness.

The store may not look very big from the outside, but it was long inside. The interior is very clean. They offer a curry lunch set starting from 950 yen, but drinks are not included so it may feel a bit pricey. You can ask for extra naan. I had the spinach curry for 990 yen. It came with a salad, naan, and curry - a simple 3 item set. The naan was soft, fluffy, and thick, very delicious. The spinach curry was slightly watery, with tender chicken, and tasted very good. If you want two types of curry, it will cost around 1200 yen, so it may not be budget-friendly for poor students like me. I deducted a star for the cost performance.

Nearby Company Lunch Series #219. As the restaurant we had been to a few times no longer had green curry, my boss expressed a desire to go to a place that serves green curry, so we decided to visit KOHINOOR. The restaurant is located a bit to the west of Ogawamachi, Shin-Ochanomizu, and Awajicho. It has a clean and elegant interior and exterior, predominantly white, with a smoking room at the back. The seating consisted of only tables. We arrived a little after 12 pm and the place was almost full. There was one female and several male waitstaff, and the service was decent. We ordered the Khao Man Gai. The dish arrived in about 3-4 minutes. Although I was torn between ordering the Gai Pad Krapow, I decided to go with Khao Man Gai after a long time. We were first served with salad and soup, and the soup had a delicious and well-balanced flavor. The main dish, Khao Man Gai, featured thick chicken slices with a good sauce, and the rice was of good quality. My boss, as mentioned earlier, enjoyed the green curry. There were various other Thai dishes on the menu that I would like to try next time. We paid using PayPay.

After a meeting, I went to the restaurant recommended for lunch, and it was delicious with a good balance. They had a variety of curry options, and I chose the Keema and Butter Chicken. As someone who likes more unique flavors, I found it slightly lacking, but I think the fact that the restaurant was crowded speaks for itself.

I casually walked by the store and decided to go in out of curiosity. The interior was casual and stylish, making it easy for women to enter as well. It was evening, so there were hardly any customers. I decided to order Biryani, which I hadn't had in a while. The spices were strong but the taste was relatively suited to Japanese palates. Thank you for the meal.

I'm super busy and even working on Sundays (ToT). At times like this, I just want to eat a delicious lunch... I decided to visit "KOHINOOR," a place I had been curious about on my commute. When I walked in, it was full of customers in a relaxed mood... I waited a bit and finally got a seat by myself against the wall. Tandoori chicken is a must in Indian curry! I ordered the "Tandoori Chicken Set" with Keema curry and spinach chicken curry. And of course, I couldn't forget to order a lassi to soothe the spiciness...f(^_^) It seems like you can't choose the spiciness level during lunchtime, so you have to adjust it with the "hot chili sauce" on the table ＼(^-^)／ The curry had a good flavor... but it felt like it was lacking a punch in the spices, maybe because it's tailored for Japanese taste, it felt a bit unsatisfying (￣□￣;) The tandoori chicken was small but delicious (≧▽≦) Maybe because it was a cold day or because I was sitting near the entrance, the curry was a bit cold, which was a shame (・・;) The additional naan was pre-cut, and they provided the number of pieces I asked for (^-^) The fresh naan was warm and made the curry taste even better, and I enjoyed it ("⌒∇⌒") Thank you for the meal ☺️

On June 3, 2022, a new Asian restaurant opened near the Kanda Ogawamachi intersection in Tokyo. The menu consisted mostly of Thai dishes, with some Indian dishes but no Nepalese cuisine. The restaurant was clean and well-decorated, with a smoking room and well-maintained restrooms. The staff, dressed in smart uniforms, were friendly and attentive. The menu was extensive, with separate sections for main dishes, drinks, and set menus. I ordered the Egg Keema Curry with Jasmine rice, which was served in a hot Kadai pot. The curry was rich and spicy, reminiscent of Northern Indian cuisine. The rice was slightly firm, and the dish was flavorful, although a bit on the salty side. Overall, it was a satisfying meal, and I would have appreciated some pickles as a palate cleanser. I also thought it would be nice if the restaurant provided pickles on the table, although the white tablecloths might affect the ambiance in the evening when the focus is on drinks and Indian and Thai cuisine.

Premium set for 1400 yen includes mini salad, tandoori chicken, seekh kebab, two types of curry, papad, naan, and saffron rice (both unlimited). The curries I chose were spinach chicken and butter chicken, both quite tasty. The naan was served sliced, making it convenient for those who want a refill. I was pleasantly surprised by the freshly baked texture of the naan. The restaurant was clean and inviting. While the cheapest curry lunch starts at 900 yen, adding items like tandoori chicken makes the set worth it. Although drinks are not included in the set, the overall price is reasonable. Many customers were ordering Thai food for takeout, so I'm looking forward to trying that next time.

There was a branch of a delicious restaurant in Kanda, so I visited and had 2 curry sets. I chose two types of curry (spinach chicken and seafood), with all-you-can-eat naan, salad, and lassi. You can choose the spiciness of the curry, but it's just adding a spicy sauce. The naan is freshly baked and the curry is delicious, but the Kanda branch is better.

Asian Dining & Bar KOHINOOR is located west of Gohong Street, entering from Iko Street. Kohinoor is a diamond discovered in India, once known as the largest diamond in the world. The restaurant opened in May 2021 amidst the third state of emergency. The interior has a luxurious feel, with authentic chefs always visible. They offer a beer set for 800 yen from 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm. The atmosphere is calm and elegant, with Nepalese staff managing the place. I tried the beer set, which included papad as a snack, followed by a salad and chicken tikka. The Indian highball and cheese omelet were also delicious. The friendly staff and reasonable prices make this a great choice for a meal.

At the new Maru restaurant in Ochanomizu, I arrived at 11:35 AM only to find it completely full. So I decided to try Kohinoor, an Indian and Thai restaurant nearby. I was seated at a table with only one other customer, and I ordered the Chicken Tikka set. First, a salad was served, followed by a plate with Keema curry, Chicken curry, and Chicken Tikka Butter Naan (which I changed to Cheese Naan for extra cheese). I alternated between bites of Keema and cheese curry, and helped myself to unlimited saffron rice mixed with curry. It was a delicious meal.

Last week, the paperwork for my father's move to a nursing home was completed, and although it was said to be a joint effort, my wife, who had been shouldering a considerable caregiving burden, felt relieved to be released from it. A nursing home with caregiving services allows for round-the-clock care by caregivers, providing a level of care that would not have been possible at home, making it a good choice for my father, and in that sense, it was a win-win situation. On the other hand, there is a movie released this fall that focuses on Takeda Shingen's father, Takeda Shingen, called "Shingen" (starring: Nao Terada). This movie is currently being shown. For those familiar with the Warring States period, there is no need for further explanation, but Takeda Shingen is the guardian of Kai Province, who was banished from Kai by his own son, Shingen (at that time, Harunobu). In other words, after returning triumphantly from Shinano with Harunobu, he went to Suruga Province to meet his son-in-law, Imagawa Yoshimoto, but Harunobu blocked the border between Kai and Suruga and forced Shingen into retirement. It's kind of a coup d'état. Personally, I had the strongest feelings for the portrayal of Shingen by Tatsuya Nakadai, and his expression upon learning that he had been betrayed by his own son is indescribable. The timing of my father's move to the nursing home and the release of this movie happened to overlap, so there are some resonances there, but I guess that's just fate. In any case, I felt a sense of relief as I wrapped things up on the private front. Now, on this day, it was a work day, so I went out for lunch. I visited this restaurant that opened in May 2021 in a corner of Kanda Nishiki-cho, just a stone's throw from the office. This store, KOHINOOR, has its main store in Marunouchi (Royal Indian restaurant wine&bar KOHINOOR), and branches in Toranomon (Thai & Indian Kohinoor), Shinagawa (Kohinoor Shinagawa store), Meidaimae (Kohinoor and Kohinoor Meidaimae 2nd store), and Asagaya (Kohinoor Asianana Asagaya store), and is a chain operated by HIRA Co., Ltd. However, based on the HIRA website, only the main store is listed as an operating store, so the other stores, including this one, are likely to be operated as franchises or similar business models. HIRA was established in January 2014 and has been expanding its Indian curry specialty stores under the HIRA brand in Tachikawa, Ginza, Daimon, and other locations. Since then, the company has expanded its Asian dining business to include Thai cuisine and other dishes in addition to Indian curry, and in recent years, it has opened new brand stores such as "TOKYO DREAM Meguro Station" in Meguro, the Marunouchi main store of KOHINOOR, "SAWAN Ginza store" in Ginza, and "SUNRISE Kiba store" in Kiba. Currently, there are only 7 directly operated stores, but as mentioned earlier, there are also franchises, and in March 2019, the company established a subsidiary, HEAVEN Co., Ltd., to operate some of the stores, so it seems to have a fairly wide business expansion. This restaurant is located on the north side of Kanda Square in Kanda Nishiki-cho. Previously, there was a "Hotto Motto Kanda Nishiki-cho store" operating in this location. On this day, it started raining in the late morning, and the temperature did not reach 6 degrees, making it a winter-like day, but I decided to go out for lunch without being discouraged and arrived at the restaurant around 11:50 a.m. It's a pretty stylish-looking restaurant, and the interior is bright and sophisticated, exuding a sense of cleanliness. There are about five Nepalese employees visible, which seems a bit more than the size of the restaurant. It seems that the employees also play a role as a catch-all for the restaurant. Despite the time of day, there were quite a few customers, but there were also quite a few empty seats, and I was seated at a table near the entrance. The lunch menu was placed on the table, divided into Indian curry and Thai cuisine menus. The Indian curry menu consists of...

GAPAO RICE 1,150 yen + Blueberry Lassi 450 yen After running some errands in the area, I was in the mood for something Asian, so I decided to check out "Soto Betawi Miyamoto," but unfortunately they were only taking reservations for dinner, so they were closed. Feeling the Asian vibe, I noticed the newly opened "KOHINOOR" next door. They serve Indian and Thai cuisine. Despite feeling a bit unsure, I was warmly welcomed and decided to give it a try. I ordered the "Gapao Rice" with a Blueberry Lassi. The Blueberry Lassi was okay, nothing special. I could hear the sounds of pots and pans clanging in the kitchen, which always adds to the flavor. The Gapao Rice arrived, simple and delicious. The basil and fish sauce really added to the dish. The soft boiled egg on top was a nice touch. The fragrant long grain rice was cooked perfectly. The atmosphere was classy and I enjoyed the Thai vibes. The prices were a bit high, but the clean and new interior made up for it. Next time, I'll try the Indian dishes.

This Thai & Indian restaurant opened in a location where there used to be a "Hotto Motto" before. The main store is located in the basement of Pacific Century Palace in Marunouchi, and there are also branch stores in Shinagawa and Toranomon. When I arrived at the restaurant around 13:30, I thought it would be calm after the peak time, but it was still quite busy, with only one seat available at the counter. The counter seats were well equipped with splash protection measures. The lunch menu consists of Indian curry and Thai dishes. Since I wasn't particularly interested in Thai dishes, I checked out the Indian cuisine. The curry lunch set includes one type of curry, choice of naan or rice, and a salad, with the price varying depending on the type of curry. When I looked at the price of the mutton curry, it was 950 yen. I thought it was a bit high compared to the prices of Indian curry in the area. Looking at the other Indian cuisine menu, I found the Chicken Tikka Set (999 yen). This set allows you to choose two types of curry, comes with chicken tikka, and includes both naan and rice, making it quite a good deal. Naturally, I chose this set. I ordered the mutton curry and spinach chicken curry in SuperHot. First, a salad was served, consisting of lettuce, watercress, and purple cabbage. Before finishing the salad, the Chicken Tikka Set arrived. The mutton curry was easy to eat without any gamey taste, and the curry had a moderate level of spiciness even in SuperHot. The spinach chicken curry was a curry made by blending spinach into a paste. I also ordered this in SuperHot, but the spiciness was milder than the mutton curry, and you could taste more of the sweetness of the spinach. The naan was a bit difficult to tear, and the saffron rice was average. Although you could have seconds of naan and saffron rice, the portion in the Chicken Tikka Set was just right. The Chicken Tikka included in the set was a mild-spiced version. I personally prefer it to be more fragrant and well-cooked. Overall, the meal was okay. It would have been better if a drink was included. It may be challenging to open during the COVID-19 pandemic, but I hope they continue to do their best in Kanda. Thank you for the meal.

Overall rating criteria: The average (normal) rating is 3.0 points, with evaluations in 0.5 increments. The total points are calculated by multiplying food/taste by 4, service by 2, atmosphere by 2, and cost performance by 2, then dividing the sum by 10. Alcohol/drinks are not included in the evaluation. Review content: Not specified. Delicious.

- Chicken Tikka Set 1,100 yen - Mutton Curry - Butter Chicken

I arrived at the restaurant at 1:00 pm. Since the surrounding shops were closed on Saturdays, there were students around. I chose the Thai lunch dish, Kaomangai, which came with salad and soup. The Kaomangai had a rich sauce, but the fragrant jasmine rice and refreshing chicken paired well and tasted delicious. The soup was slightly spicy and clear in appearance.

Mysterious taste of Pad Thai. Is it Indian cuisine or Thai cuisine... a mysterious restaurant. It wasn't to my liking, but maybe those who like it, really like it?

KOHINOOR @ Kanda Ogawamachi Green Curry 900 yen