20 Recommended Curry Spots in Kyoto Prefecture! Popular Restaurants by Area

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CLAY POT CURRY OHMIYA is located in Shinkyogoku Shotengai (Shinkyogoku Shopping Street), a shopping arcade with a long history in Kyoto. Even after moving here from Marutamachi, this curry shop continues to be loved just as much.

Inside, there are counter and table seats, making it easy to visit either on your own or with friends.

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The curry made with generous portions of Kyoto brand meats such as Kyo no Niku (Kyoto meat) and Kyoto Pork is popular.

The [Kyotanba Kogen Pork] pork loin cutlet curry is said to pair well with the roux, thanks to the sweet, rich fat and tender texture of this Kyoto brand pork.

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This is a specialty restaurant for ofu kare (European style curry), which is said to have roots in India and Europe and to have developed in its own way in Japan.

The curry here is made by simmering house-roasted curry powder made with more than 20 kinds of spices together with bouillon for 3 days, and it is served in a Clay Pot.

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Soi Gaeng is a hotel restaurant inside ASAI Kyoto Shijo. The stylish interior, with its tasteful furniture and decor, has an atmosphere where you can enjoy your meal at a relaxed pace.

They serve Thai curry and a wide range of Thai street food.

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Soi Gyan is a restaurant certified by Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce as a place where you can enjoy authentic Thai cuisine.

There are four curry dishes on the menu, including the Red Curry Pork. The popular Green Curry is not too spicy and is said to be just right.

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The "Massaman Curry Chicken" is said to be on the sweeter side, with chunky pieces of chicken and other ingredients.

Meanwhile, the "Phanaeng Curry Pork" gets praise for being creamy and rich, with tender pork.

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Karasuma Curry is a spice curry specialty shop that has been getting attention for its hidden gem style of operation, opening only at lunchtime inside a live music venue on the basement first floor of a building.

The interior is stylish with a pop feel. It is irregularly closed on Saturdays and public holidays, so the most reliable way to check those business details is on the shop’s social media.

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The "Chicken Curry," made by simmering meat and vegetables in red wine, is said to be a medium spicy curry packed with the rich flavors of the ingredients.

The "Pork Keema Curry" is said to feature coconut milk scented with 15 kinds of spices.

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With the Combination, you can enjoy both the Chicken Curry and Pork Keema Curry at once.

Popular toppings include pakuchi (coriander) and a curry seasoned ajitama (seasoned soft boiled egg) that goes well with the spicy flavors.

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CURRY SHOP FAMILY Yatai 0-go Ten is a curry specialty shop run by the Roji-oku group, which is popular for its roast beef.

It has a stylish yet approachable yatai (food stall)-style setup. The compact interior has counter seating for 3 people in total.

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This is said to be an old-school yatai (food stall) curry made with an original blend of spices and dashi stock such as katsuo (bonito) and chicken paitan broth.

The "Family Chicken Cutlet Curry" is said to feature crispy fried Domestic chicken that goes well with the rich roux and tastes great.

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The restaurant’s "Family Tonkatsu Curry," made with a focus on Domestic meat, uses Kirishima-sanroku SPF Pork from Miyazaki Prefecture.

In addition, meat topped curries such as the "Wagyu Roast Beef Curry" are filling and recommended.

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This is Indian Restaurant Tiraga, a restaurant in Mibubojocho known for its South Indian curry.

In addition to South Indian home cooking, they also serve spicy North Indian court cuisine, so you can fully enjoy authentic flavors in Kyoto.

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The thali meals, a South Indian style set meal, are popular.

Depending on the menu, they come with lentils, vegetables, and a daily curry. They offer a wide range of flavors, including dishes scented with Indian spices and herbs.

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You can enjoy thali meals by trying different ways of eating them, like tasting each item one by one or mixing everything together to find your favorite style.

Serve it with Indian pickles (achaar) and yakumi (condiments) / chutney (seasonings) for a change of flavor.

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Cafe Restaurant OA has an at-home, comfortable atmosphere inside, with counter seats, zashiki (tatami seating), and table seating.

The Nepalese curry by a chef who has honed his craft around the world for 30 years is well liked. The menu also includes an All you can eat plan for Indian and Nepalese cuisine.

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This is an authentic Nepāru (Nepalese) curry made with several kinds of spices and passed down in Nepal.

It has a spicy aroma and a rich, deep taste. You can choose the spice level step by step, from sweet and mildly hot to hot.

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The curry lineup includes several kinds, such as mild chicken curry and seafood curry with bold spices.

They also serve the Indian dish tandoori chicken, which would go well as a snack with Nepalese beer.

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Chaos Spice Diner Kyoto Sanjo Ten, a 3-minute walk from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae Station, is a place where you can enjoy authentic spice curry in an artistic interior filled with the aroma of spices.

There are counter seats in the back, which makes it handy when you want to grab a meal on your own.

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The basics of the menu are three choices: "A. Chaos Keema," "B. Weekly Chicken Curry," and "C. Weekly Chef's Kimagure (chef's choice) Curry."

Of course you can order just one, but you can also get a 2-curry or 3-curry Combination. "A. Chaos Keema" is said to have a nice balance of house spices.

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A recommended topping is "gai yang (grilled chicken from northeastern Thailand)," an arranged version of a traditional grilled chicken dish from northeastern Thailand.

It is said to be juicy, with a sweet, spicy flavor. For dinner only, they serve the "Khao Suea Gai Yang Plate."

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Spice Cafe Diwari Kyoto Ten is a restaurant with a wide variety of curries where you can choose the spice level, along with a lineup of spicy side dishes.

Located on the 7th floor of the fashion building Mina Kyoto, it is said to be convenient because you can finish your shopping and meal in one place.

The interior is spacious and has a relaxing atmosphere. They also offer a wide selection of drinks and desserts, so some customers stop by just for the cafe.

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This is Indian curry made with spices sourced from India and Nepal.

There are several kinds, including the rich butter chicken curry, made by simmering it together with tandoor baked chicken, and sag paneer, a curry with homemade paneer (cheese) and spinach paste.

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For the Indian curry, you can choose either rice or naan.

Among them, the popular choice is the Cheese Naan, which is said to be filled with plenty of cheese. Other options also get good reviews, including paratha (layered whole wheat flatbread with butter).

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Tomoe Shokudo, near Karasuma Oike Station, serves spice curry and set meals during the day, and mainly okonomiyaki (savory Japanese pancakes) and Teppan-yaki at night.

There are counter seats and Sunken kotatsu seating, so you can choose based on the size of your group.

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One item on the lunch menu, the baked curry, is a dish topped with gooey cheese that really whets the appetite.

The spice level is mild, and it has a nice toasty aroma. The lunch curry comes with a mini salad.

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The photo shows the "beef tendon curry" in a Large size of rice. The sweetness of the slowly simmered beef tendon and onions spreads through each bite, and the spiciness is said to follow after.

For toppings, they offer fried items such as aji furai (fried horse mackerel) and tonkatsu (Japanese pork cutlet).

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"Suupu Karee to Cafe no Mise Eigo" is a Homemade soup curry restaurant tucked away in a quiet residential area of the Fushimi-Momoyama area, with a hideaway-like location.

The interior is bright, with the feel of a natural-style cafe. It is said to have an atmosphere that makes you want to relax away from the hustle and bustle.

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This is soup curry made by simmering chicken and vegetables. The "Tebamoto Tori Soup Curry" is especially popular, and the deep-fried chicken drumettes are said to be packed with flavor.

The vegetables also look colorful, and people say they are sweet and tasty.

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The soup curry at Soup Curry to Cafe no Mise Eigo is spicy but not too hot, with a rich depth of flavor.

Along with main menu items like white fish and Hamburger Steak, the seasonal limited-time soup curries are also highly recommended.

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Located in the historic Nayamachi Shotengai (shopping street), which flourished as the shopping street of a castle town, JYOTY is known for its tasty Indian curry made by a chef trained in India.

Inside, there are counter seats and tables, as well as zashiki (tatami seating) that works well for groups.

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The menu includes the usual meat curries like chicken and mutton, along with vegetable-focused curries, and you can adjust the spice level from mild to super hot.

In addition to reasonably priced lunch options, they also offer a wide range of appetizer dishes at dinner that pair well with alcohol.

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In addition to A la carte curry, the curry lunch sets with a choice of curries, including the daily special, are also popular.

There is also a 2-hour All you can eat and drink course, where you can enjoy several kinds of curry, the popular cheese naan, and tandoori chicken to your heart's content.

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Bhagwati Taj Mahal Mukojima Ten is a restaurant that serves carefully made Nepalese cuisine from Breakfast to lunch and dinner, with a menu tailored to each time of day. It is well known for its wide selection of curries, naan, and drinks.

A little away from the main road and near the Ujigawa (Uji River), it has a hideaway location, yet its great food has made it a local talking point, and many people keep coming back.

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The butter chicken is a recommended curry made with more than 10 kinds of spices.

They also offer a wide range of curry options, including mutton korma with fresh cream and cashew nuts, and dal masala, a lentil curry.

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At lunchtime, the curry you choose from the list comes with a drink, salad, and more.

There is also an All you can eat and drink course that includes curry, naan, and a variety of Indian dishes, making it perfect for casual gatherings.

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Dal Masala is located in Daiei Dori Shotengai (Daiei Street shopping arcade), an area that reflects movie history because a film studio once stood nearby. In this shopping street, you'll find the Indian restaurant Daru Masara.

Inside, there are counter and table seats, and many people come on their own, making it a calm and comfortable space.

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In addition to the most popular Chicken Curry, they also offer Vegetable Curry, which brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables, and Mame no Kare (bean curry), a light soup curry.

Each curry comes with naan or rice, plus a salad.

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Some Tabelog reviewers say the naan is such high quality and so delicious that they keep coming back.

The dough is slightly sweet and goes well with the spicy curry. The "Cheese Naan" is said to be filled with plenty of cheese.

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Located near Nishioji-dori (Nishioji Street), Cafe + Spice Curry Doppo has a simple, spacious interior that is kept neat and tidy, creating a comfortable atmosphere.

In addition to stopping by for lunch, you can also visit for cafe time and enjoy the shop's carefully selected drinks.

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In addition to the curry, this highly polished dish also shows careful attention in the rice and accompaniments.

There are several kinds of curry, including butter chicken curry and dashi (Japanese soup stock) keema, and it seems they also offer recommended specials at the time.

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The curry is said not to push the heat too hard, instead letting the spices and savory flavors spread.

The curry menu ranges from single-curry plates to four-curry plates that let you enjoy every kind. It is nice to compare the flavors, or mix them all together and enjoy the complex harmony.

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MAHA CURRY is an Indian curry restaurant near Kyoto University with a lovely kominka-style (traditional Japanese house-style) look. The chef, who has cooking experience in India, serves natural curries that are easy to enjoy.

There are counter and table seats on the first floor, and Sunken kotatsu seating with tables on the second floor.

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MAHA CURRY is popular for both lunch and dinner. The curries are said to be appealing for their simple style that brings out the flavors of the ingredients and spices.

You can adjust the spice level, and they seem to offer meat-based, seafood-based, and horenso (spinach)-based curries.

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Many customers order the cheese naan, and it gets high marks for being delicious even on its own.

The dough is baked just right, and people say the chewy texture combined with the melty cheese is irresistible.

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NATURE CURRY Soryu is a popular curry shop that draws many customers even though it is open only on weekends.

The shop is near Ipponbashi (single-span bridge) over Shirakawa, lined with willow trees. Ipponbashi is known for its narrow, simple structure with no railings or decorations, and that understated look gives it a charming feel.

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Curry is made with a variety of spices. The base level of heat is moderate to bring out the aroma, but it seems you can adjust it when ordering.

Some people add the table spices and hot seasonings to make it as spicy as they like afterward.

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The curry options include a one-curry assortment, a two-curry assortment, and even a three-curry assortment that lets you try the full menu at once.

The two signature items at the restaurant are pork curry and keema curry, and they also offer a limited curry that changes weekly.

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Indo Nepal Ryori Kyoto Dining is an Indian and Nepalese restaurant near Kinkakuji (the Golden Pavilion) (officially Rokuonji), famous for its beautiful exterior covered in gold leaf.

It is known as a calm place where you can enjoy satisfying curry and naan.

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The “Butter Chicken Curry” is a popular menu item, rich with mellow butter and balanced with just the right mix of spices.

There are also many other kinds of curry, including the “Mutton Bhuna Masala,” made with stir-fried lamb and tomatoes.

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The All you can eat and drink course includes chicken, seafood, and vegetable curry, along with several kinds of naan.

They also serve authentic clay oven grilled bone-in meat, tandoori chicken, and its rich spices seem perfect for drinks.

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At Restaurant Kaibotei in Hama, Maizuru City, you can enjoy your meal while looking out at the sea from the window.

In addition to curry made from a recreated Maritime Self-Defense Force recipe, they also offer a wide range of Japanese dishes such as sashimi, tempura, and udon.

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This restaurant has been issued a certificate by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force minesweeper Aishima, recognizing it as a curry-serving restaurant.

The "Aishima Original Ebi Curry" made with fresh ebi (shrimp) is said to have a nice shrimp aroma and a deep, rich taste.

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At "Aishima Original Ebi Curry," a set that comes with nikujaga (a Japanese home-style dish of meat and potatoes simmered in a sweet-savory sauce) and salad is also well balanced and recommended.

The photo shows it with Kara-age added as a topping, and other options include tonkatsu (pork cutlet).

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Kali Dining Sahi is an authentic Indian curry restaurant on the first floor of BRANCH Matsuiyamate in Yamate Chuo, Kyotanabe City.

The spacious interior is bright and easy to use for everyone from solo diners to groups. They offer lunch and All you can eat and drink plans that include Indian cuisine.

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The A la carte curries come in a wide range of styles, including masala curry with multiple spices and creamy coconut based options.

Among them, the "Butter Chicken Curry" is especially popular, with people saying it is rich and delicious.

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It is also nice that you can choose the spice level of the curry.

The naan is large and filling. The A la carte naan lineup includes options with melty cheese, minced meat, and dried fruit kneaded into the dough, so you can choose based on your taste or to match your curry.

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Located in the peaceful Chitosecho area of Kameoka City, KIRI CAFE began as a base for an event called Kameoka Kiri no Geijutsusai (Kameoka Mist Art Festival).

This kominka (traditional Japanese house) cafe retains the charm of a building that is about 100 years old. The garden view is soothing, and the atmosphere has a calming feel.

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The curry uses fresh vegetables from Kameoka (a city in Kyoto Prefecture) delivered by local farmers.

With 3 to 5 side dishes that change with the seasons, plus locally grown kuromai (black rice) and white rice, this is a locally sourced plate that brings out the charm of the region.

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The popular curry is the “Kiri no Yasai Nishu-mori Curry,” a vegetable assortment curry that lets you enjoy the different flavors of vegetables and beans on one plate.

To bring out the flavor of the organic vegetables, they blend several kinds of spices, giving it a gentle taste.