Bondy opened in 1973, and they've been serving the same crowd-pleasing, classic curry-rice dishes ever since. Over the past half century they've won numerous curry-world awards, including the very first Kanda Curry Grand Prix. The shop is quite popular but the line moves quickly, and they're open all afternoon if you want to avoid peak lunch hour. Of the twelve curries on offer, beef.... [Continue reading]

Named after an Australian World Barista Champion, this upscale coffeehouse chain serves long blacks, flat whites and other espresso beverages, with a choice of either single-origin beans or their own blends. There's also a daily-special drip coffee, and some exotic premium varieties made from specially processed beans. Coffee beans are also available to go, and the staff will walk you.... [Continue reading]

One of just a handful of Greek restaurants in the Tokyo area, Fili offers well-prepared Greek standards in a homey, Mediterranean-inspired setting. There's a decent selection of Greek wines by the bottle or glass to go with your meal, and ouzo for the adventurous. The three-course dinner menu comes with your choice of starter, middle course, and meat or seafood main dish. We started off.... [Continue reading]

Tokyo has many highly regarded pizza specialists, but Gonzo stands out among them for its warm, cozy atmosphere. The spacious dining area is lively without being raucous, and service is friendly and personable. The pizzas themselves are in Tokyo's top tier, notable for their ample toppings and satisfyingly chewy, very tasty crusts. You can choose from sixteen varieties, ranging from.... [Continue reading]

Yokohama's beloved curry shop Marumasara more than lives up to its stellar reputation, serving some of the best spice curry we've ever eaten. Curry plates are artfully presented, and the spacious dining area looks like a cross between a chic cafe and someone's atelier. A recording of chirping cicadas playing in the background adds to the charming atmosphere. The calligraphic menu can be.... [Continue reading]

With its innovative juxtapositions of contrasting flavors and spices borrowed from different culinary cultures, Osaka-style "spice curry" pushes the boundaries of Japanese curry cuisine. Kyu Yamu Tetsudo embraces this tradition - their creative recipes make a strong impression, especially when experienced in multi-curry plates. They prepare four curries on any given day, and you can.... [Continue reading]