Kyu-Yamtei Shimokita-Sou

Located a five minute walk south of Shimokitazawa Station, just 3 minutes from Shibuya on the Odakyu Line, this humble curry shop awaits its guests. Formerly a yam house, it was transformed into a spicy curry house that the local people keep close to their hearts, Kyuyamtei Shimokitaso. It's not unusual to see a line outside the shop — it is a really famous curry restaurant. Especially during lunchtime, people rush to get their lunch sets. The menu changes daily, holding a bit of a pleasant surprise for the regulars each time. One can expect curries like yuzu pepper, yam, bean, dhal, and vegetable and spicy mutton keema. Side dishes like fried vegetables, fried chicken, and mutton are available too. There's also a huge variety of rice including jasmine, turmeric, and brown rice. For the price, quantity, and quality, these dishes are unbelievable. Kyu-yamtei Shimokita-sou offers a huge selection of curry, just a hop skip and a jump from Shibuya, in Tokyo’s coolest hipster neighborhood.