On April 14, 5th year of Reiwa (Friday), the 3083rd restaurant in Tokyo - Coriander is the seed of cilantro and many Japanese men dislike it! Especially when looking at those in their 50s and older, it is said that 80% of them dislike cilantro. Women, on the other hand, seem to have no aversion to it, with about 40% (this number is an estimate based on personal perception). In this context, I stumbled upon Andhra Dhaba, a South Indian cuisine restaurant in a prime location in front of Kanda Station, and was captivated by its extensive curry menu. When I saw the menu, I couldn't resist the urge to eat Lamb Coriander Curry, something I hadn't seen since the closure of "Dhaba India" in Kyobashi district. I love cilantro, which is disliked by many men, so I entered the restaurant with a strong desire to eat it in large quantities. The curry was made with fresh cilantro, yogurt base, spiced with green chili peppers, and had lamb as the main ingredient - it was a feast of my favorite flavors! I was also curious about the meals, but I stayed true to my initial desire and ordered the Coriander and Lamb Curry (¥1250) and Basmati Rice (¥450). They also served cilantro and mango pickle as a bonus. The restaurant was run by three well-built men, giving off the impression that they would serve delicious food. They had a mixer to blend yogurt, cilantro, green chili peppers, and masala, which took longer than I expected, but the resulting dish looked delicious. The Lamb Coriander Curry had a slightly dull green color, similar to the Palak, but the difference was the irresistible aroma of cilantro... people who dislike it might faint! The spiciness came from green chili peppers, and although I requested it to be very spicy, unlike red chili peppers, the spiciness didn't hit immediately but gradually built up - a spiciness I love. I enjoyed the curry with fluffy Basmati rice, and the lamb was thinly sliced, tender, and without any strong flavor, although a bit of the lamb's taste would have been nice. The accent was the thinly sliced ginger... I refreshed my palate with mango pickle and added more cilantro to the curry. I was satisfied, and the light use of oil made me feel great after eating, feeling hungry again in just two hours. When I saw the price at the checkout was ¥1700, the interesting South Indian man joked, "It's 17,000 yen♪" - a humorous moment that brought back memories of old times. In any case, it's a great restaurant, so I'd like to visit again and try their meals and vegetable curries.

[Shop Location] The shop is located on the 2nd floor of a building a 1-minute walk from the west exit of JR Kanda Station [Visit Date and Time] Visited around 5:00 PM on a Saturday. The shop was initially empty but gradually became crowded. [Ambiance] There are table seats and counter seats, and the shop gives a relatively spacious impression. [Ordering and Payment] Choose dishes from the menu and place an order with the staff. Payment is made after eating the dishes (paid in cash this time). [Dishes] Ordered Non-Veg Meals and beer. All dishes were spicy, making the eater sweat. The spicy dishes paired well with beer. Rice and soup are refillable, so satisfying in terms of portion size. [Service] Seemed to be foreign staff. No issues with ordering, but when they have free time, the staff start conversing in a foreign language, a common sight in Indian restaurants. [Overall Impression] In one word, "satisfactory." If you like spices, I recommend visiting this shop at least once.

The Andhra-style restaurants in various parts of Tokyo always offer consistently delicious food. When I have curry for lunch in Kanda, I often end up here. I arrived at 11:30 and the restaurant was almost full, with more people seeming to be on a holiday lunch rather than office workers. Today, I was in the mood for meat, so I ordered the Tandoori Set for 1290 yen. I chose the daily curry options of Egg Masala and Malai Chicken. Of course, I had to have Chapati for bread. I thought the Egg Masala was a bit salty, but when I mashed the egg and ate it, it was just right. The Malai Chicken was slightly green and had a unique taste, almost like a distant cousin of Green Curry. The Tandoori Chicken included Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chicken, both flavorful and juicy. I chopped up the chicken and mixed it with the rice and curry. Ah, another satisfying meal today. Thank you for the feast. I will definitely be back!

I have been to Shinbashi Khan Kebab Biryani a few times and was debating whether to go there again, but decided to try this place for the first time. To cut to the chase, as the title suggests. I will explain the good points and the not-so-good points separately. [Good points] - The spiciness is just right, adjusted to around medium-hot for Japanese people, so you will sweat a bit but can still manage without water. - The portion size is satisfying. - The accompanying curry is simple yet has a good balance of acidity and spiciness, complementing the shortcomings that will be explained later. The curry helps to make up for the lack of depth in the Biryani, and it can be said that the combination of the curry and Biryani makes it work. [Not-so-good points] - The Biryani lacks depth in flavor. It is stated that it is cooked with mutton, and one would expect to taste the flavor of the mutton in the rice, but unfortunately, this was not the case. It feels like the mutton and rice were cooked separately and then combined at the end. In terms of the depth of various spices, Shinbashi wins over this Biryani, so I don't think I will repeat the Biryani here. - We also ordered Indian-style croquettes and chicken tikka, but the croquettes were cold inside, and the quality and seasoning of the chicken were not up to par. In conclusion, while the Biryani here may be lacking compared to Shinbashi, if you have the opportunity to go for curry and naan, I would recommend going there instead. Thank you for the meal.

I had the Cheese Naan Set (1100 yen). I chose two daily curry options (mutton, vegetable). They were delicious, but the cheese in the naan was too much, so I couldn't finish it. Also, the mutton curry was too salty for my liking, so I couldn't finish that either. I had high expectations because it's a famous restaurant.

I had a late lunch at Mars Curry today. The curry was quite filling. After having a light drink at DEN after 6 pm, I decided to finish the night at Andhra Dhaba. I had been planning to go there based on a review from Hikaru♪. The place was on the second floor of a building, and I arrived at 7:05 pm. About half of the table seats were taken. I ordered a Suiden Kawa Brewing GOLDEN ALE beer and a Non-Veg Meals curry. The beer arrived 2 minutes after ordering, and the curry arrived 1 minute after that. It was incredibly fast. The Non-Veg Meals curry came with 6 types of chapati, basmati rice, and papad. The curry options were lamb, chicken, prawn, poliyal, Andhra rasam, and sambar. I wondered what "prawn" was, but it turned out to be the white curry. The price was a bit high at 1,890 yen, but the fact that you could have unlimited refills of the 6 curries, basmati rice, rasam, and sambar was nice. The chapatis were fluffy and delicious, and I liked the plain papad which was thin but crispy with a hint of salt. Thank you for the meal.

The unstoppable Andhra cuisine trend in the imperial capital! Lunch in Kanda: - Andhra Dhaba (Tokyo, Kanda) - Dhaba Meals Swims Stan Ambassador Curry Detective, Yami-chan here. One day, I visited Andhra Dhaba in the imperial capital, Kanda. The owner, Mr. Saradi Paramata, originally from Andhra Pradesh in South India, brought in the former head chef of Kyobashi Dhaba India (now closed), Mr. Yamala Ramanaiya, and opened Andhra Kitchen in 2009. The restaurant quickly became popular. Since then, they have expanded their presence with Andhra Dining in Ginza, Otemon, Shibuya, Andhra Dhaba in Kanda, and Shinagawa Yashio Andhra Cafe Komatsugawa (now closed), becoming a popular group for South Indian cuisine in Tokyo. While staying in Kanda, I visited the Andhra Dhaba near the station before heading to my destination. The lunch set "Dhaba Meals" for 1350 yen allows you to choose two curries, Chicken Korma and Aloo Saag. Both curries have a thin consistency and are not filled with a lot of ingredients, which makes them easy to eat and satisfying. They were served piping hot, and that alone was satisfying. The restaurant has a casual and unpretentious atmosphere, perfect for a quick meal. The included chapati was a nice touch. I was able to get refills of sambar and rasam. I think this is a good place to visit when you want to eat something light and quick. Stay tuned for my next curry adventure at a restaurant in your city.

Andhara Dhaba dinner non veg meals 1,890 yen South Indian set meal with 3 curries (lamb, chicken, shrimp), Poriyal (tofu and mushroom in rich coconut sauce), Andhra Rasam (spicy and tangy soup), Sambar (bean and vegetable curry), Chapati (whole wheat flatbread), Basmati rice, Papad (crispy lentil crackers) Free refills for rice, Sambar, and Rasam Spritza (white wine soda mix) 500 yen Masala chai 300 yen The food is easy to eat, not too heavy on oil, with a nice balance of flavors that don't overpower. The rice has a great texture and flavor, and the Chapati is cooked perfectly. The staff is friendly and attentive, making it easy to ask for refills. I realized that I enjoy the broth more than the meat itself. Second visit: Andhara Dhaba dinner non veg meals 1,890 yen Masala chai 300 yen Total: 2,190 yen I was told the ingredients are always the same, but the dishes looked different each time. The chicken was yellow last time, but green (spinach) this time. The tofu and mushroom dish was less green and rich this time. The variety keeps things interesting. The person serving was different this time, but just as friendly and offered rice refills. The amount of Masala chai was just right.

I went for lunch on Saturday and ordered the Vinayami Meals with a lassi. I chose chicken, seafood, and vegetable curry. The portion was too big for me as I have a small appetite. Maybe having chapati instead of naan would have been better.

I visited the restaurant a little before 1 pm on Thursday, and although it was almost full, I was able to sit at a table in about 5 minutes. I had been wanting to visit for a while, and finally got the chance. I ordered the Dabamilus, which is a great value lunch set that allows you to enjoy a variety of dishes. I chose two types of curry from the daily specials, chicken and mutton. The chicken curry was mild, but the mutton curry was quite spicy. In addition to the curries, I also had basmati rice, chapati (whole wheat bread pan-fried until fluffy and delicious), sambar (a soup made with beans and vegetables), rasam (a tangy tomato soup), bhaji (spiced vegetable stir-fry), papad (crackers), and pickles. The portion was generous and everything was delicious.

Curry options change daily, with a choice of three. Even the mildest vegetable curry was too spicy for me. I chose the Batuura bread over Naan and Chapati, which was thick and chewy! The 2 Curry Set costs 890 yen, while the Dhaba Meals costs 1,350 yen.

I ordered a Cheese Naan set with Tomato Chicken and Onekaya Masala. I wanted to have Biryani but it was sold out. The food was served in about 7 minutes. I started with the Tomato Chicken, which was slightly spicy but had a good balance of acidity and flavor, making it delicious. There were two pieces of tender and flavorful meat in it. The Onekaya Masala had a stronger acidity compared to the Tomato Chicken, and while it was spicy, it was milder in heat. The Cheese Naan was served hot and without sweetness. Overall, it was a delicious curry. Thank you for the meal.

I entered the restaurant 30 minutes before the last order during the Obon holiday period. Some restaurants were closed for the holiday, so I decided to visit this one which is part of a chain I have been to about 3-4 times before. I ordered my usual dish, the Veg Meals for ¥1890 (comes with salad, sambar, rice with free refills). Despite it being Obon, the restaurant was busy. The food was served in about 10 minutes. However, it turned out to be the Non-Veg Meals instead of what I ordered. I didn't say anything because I had already taken a bite and felt awkward. The spicy stir-fry was overcooked, making the shrimp tough, and only the spiciness remained. The dal curry was too garlicky compared to other restaurants in the chain. I prefer a simple and rich dal curry. The rasam and sambar lacked flavor. Overall, if you are familiar with this chain, I recommend the Shibuya branch for better customer service, taste quality, and ambiance. The Ginza branch might be slightly better than this one.

I heard that in South Indian cuisine, chapati is the standard instead of naan, so I chose that. It was chewy and had a rich taste, very delicious. I had mutton and chicken curry. The rice was authentic long-grain rice. I thought it was very authentic, but then I saw a sign at the exit that seemed to be tailored for Japanese people, which was a bit surprising.

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I visited around 12:40 pm. There were only about 3 groups inside the restaurant, so I was seated quickly. I ordered two types of curry, choosing from the two options of the day. I ordered chicken and vegetable curry. The restaurant is famous for having 100 different curries, but the taste was quite average. The naan was not particularly large, and there were no refills offered. It seems you can also order a drink for an additional 100 yen during lunch.

I was out for a lunch walk, but after getting the COVID vaccine, I was told to avoid exercise for about a week, so I'm cutting back on walking as well. Today, I decided to go to the Kanda area, and when I searched on Tabelog, this restaurant came up. It had the mark of being one of the top 100 restaurants, so my expectations were high. The lunch menu had dishes ranging from 890 to 1350 yen, and I wanted to try the cheese naan, so I chose that set. First, a small salad with chopped cabbage came. Then, a simple dish with two types of curry and cheese naan on a metal plate was served. It had been a while since I had a traditional curry as I had been having more of the thinner South Indian curries, but this one from the top 100 restaurant was excellent in taste. Dishes like this often contain a lot of cream and are high in calories, but this one didn't make me feel heavy. A person who appeared to be Indian also visited the restaurant and was talking to the staff. There was a booklet on a small table that caught my eye. It said "Kanda Curry Grand Prix 2023", starting from August 1st. It seemed like a fun event, so I'm thinking of giving it a try. Thank you for the amazing meal from the top 100 restaurant.

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A shop right near Kanda Station. It's a good place to enjoy both "Biryani" and "Curry" together. This time, I chose Chapati instead of Naan. (I heard it's a kind of Indian bread, but personally, I prefer the soft and fluffy texture of Naan.) The Biryani I had this time was made with mutton and was quite filling. Next time, I'll add a drink (lassi) for an extra 100 yen.

[Shop Location] The shop is located on the 2nd floor of a building about a 1-minute walk from the south exit of JR Kanda Station. [Visit Date and Time] Visited around 5:30 PM on a Saturday. The shop was quiet at first but started to get crowded later. [Ambiance] The shop has counter seats and table seats with a moderate space. [Dishes] Ordered Chicken Biryani and Japanese beer. It was a scorching hot day, so I finished the beer before the Biryani arrived and ordered another Indian beer. The Biryani was hot and spicy, making me sweat and my nose run as I ate. I enjoyed mixing the soup and yogurt sauce halfway through, which added a new flavor. The Biryani paired well with the beer, and I quickly finished the second one too. After finishing the meal, I left the shop feeling satisfied. [Service] The staff, who seemed to be foreigners, had no issues taking orders. [Payment Method] Cash [Overall Impression] A consistently high-quality shop where you can't go wrong with any order. If I had to mention one thing, I wish they had more set menu options for dinner like they do for lunch.

In the midst of the growing popularity of Andhra dining, a new Andhra Dhaba in Kanda is becoming the third branch following Okachimachi and Ginza. Positioned between casual kitchen and high-grade dining, the place is easy to enter and personally appealing. The Tandoori Set for 1290 yen includes a mild and creamy Chicken Korma and a spicy Egg Masala with a nice balance of bitterness and heat. Mixing the hard-boiled eggs of the Masala into the Korma creates a creamy gravy that rivals the former. Along with the signature Chapati, the Tandoori dishes like Chicken Tikka and Garlic Chicken are also enjoyable. While everyone seems to be having chicken today, I can't help but think that Andhra Dhaba's Mutton Biryani is still the best.