Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curryya
牛すじカレー 小さなカレー家
Tender beef tendon simmered overnight in an anise-scented Japanese-style curry roux draws queues to this 8-seat counter in Okubo
- Melt-in-the-mouth beef tendon
- Japanese-style roux scented with star anise
- Change flavors with the three-ingredient miso mix
- Generous portions even in regular size
- Great for solo lunch
- Popular lunch spot with queues
- Counter seats only (8 seats)
- Warm hospitality from husband and wife
Just a short walk from Okubo Station, marked by its weathered awning sign, Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curryya is a specialty shop that has focused solely on beef tendon curry since 2003. Beef tendon simmered overnight or for a full day breaks down until tender, blending seamlessly into a thick, Japanese-style curry roux infused with star anise and cumin. Mildly spiced with the sweetness and richness of onions coming through, breaking a raw egg into it makes the flavor even mellower. Other popular choices include the three-meat mix of miso-marinated pork, squid, and chicken grilled to order, as well as coleslaw to snack on while waiting. Even a regular portion is surprisingly generous, yet lunch stays within a ¥1,000 budget. With only 8 counter seats and a completely non-smoking policy, the husband-and-wife owners' attentive hospitality and relaxed pace of carefully finishing each plate make it a welcoming spot for solo dining. Open only for lunch on weekdays, with no reservations accepted and cash-only payment, visitors are advised to arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Details
- Cuisine
- Dishes
- Address
- 1-24-10 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan
Address in Japanese: 東京都新宿区百人町1-24-10
- Nearest station
- Okubo Station3 min walk (200 m)
- Phone
- 080-3412-2114
- Budget
- Lunch
- –¥999
- Reservations
- No reservations
- Payment
- Credit cardNot accepted
- E-moneyNot accepted
- QR code paymentNot accepted
- Seats
- 8 seats
- Counter seats
- Private room
- Smoking
- Non-smoking
- Parking
- No
- Private hire
- Not available
- Opened
- 2003
Opening hours
| Mon–Fri |
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|---|---|
| Sat–Sun | Closed |
Opening hours and closing days may change. Please check with the restaurant before visiting.
Features & facilities
- Counter seats
- Open for lunch
Map & access
1-24-10 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan
Address in Japanese: 東京都新宿区百人町1-24-10
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