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    Mr Japanese Curry

    4.0 (52 reviews)
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    Audrey T.

    Decent curry spot. You order at the till, pay and find a spot to sit. Curry is very comforting and delicious. I got the tonkatsu and it crispy but on the drier side. Filling meal for under $20.

    Beef Curry
    Anisa W.

    Used to work in this area and there's almost ALWAYS a line during lunch hours. You know they're a legit store when you can smell the curry a block away which is also impressive cuz the store is pretty tiny. I love this spot because their portions are massive and they're so affordable with a curry about $15ish. There's also so many customization in terms of topping, spice level and rice portion.

    Chicken Katsu Curry and Karaage
    Lia G.

    We stopped here after a chilly hike and it was so pleasant!! Warm, hearty meal with friendly and informative staff!! Large selections of food, spice levels, and even matcha!!

    Stamina Don (sliced pork)
    Anna A.

    we tried their curry during their 5th anniversary promotion we like how we could choose the level if spiciness of the curry We tried the goku uma beef curry on promotion as well as the stamina don (sliced pork). we really like the curry and the sauce was authentic and tasty. However the stamina don has a lot of ground pepper which was a bit overpowering but overall, it is a curry hidden gem. I will go back to try the chicken katsu curry

    Michelle S.

    I was randomly doing chores around cambie street when I stumbled into this place. The smell of curry (which reminds me of places like CoCo Ichibanya in Japan) tempted me to order the tonkatsu ($15.5) plus omu cheese ($5.5) at level 4 spicy ($0.3). I was slightly taken aback when the foods come out since portion is way bigger than expected (enough for 2 meals for me). First off, the curry was really good and had that little bit of sweetness and spiced profile that's common in Japanese curry. The melted cheese and egg also add a nice creaminess to the dish, while tonkatsu was fine but didn't really stand out. If I have some feedback it would have to do with the rice being somewhat dry and the spiciness level still being very low despite ordering the spiciest level. All in all, a good comfort food meal. Will come back when I crave Japanese curry.

    Ebi curry
    Tony X.

    Mr Japanese Curry is a nice little gem tucked away on West 8th Street. The restaurant is small, but I didn't find obtaining seats an issue. The restaurant offers quickly prepared Japanese style curry dishes at affordable prices with fresh ingredients. I ordered the Ebi curry and enjoyed it. I'd love to come back when I'm in the area again.

    Limited comfortable table seating available. Quick service. Pay/order at till.
    Brent A.

    Many curry options (beef/chicken/veg/tonkatsu) and spicy level options . Not many seats so consider takeout . Fast service. Had Tonkatsu curry: Katsu was a good portion a bit dry. Curry sauce ok a bit mustard-y for me. Rice ok and decent amount of rice.

    Pork katsu curry and side order of chicken karaage
    Ivone K.

    So happy to find this delightful little place for Japanese curry! Found it by accident and out of curiosity on one of those cold and damp Vancouver days. This place really hit the spot! We were greeted and she explained of how to order. We can pick from the available menu and we can have add-ons as well like ebi, croquette, chicken karaage. I asked for recommendation and she told me that her favourite were the beef curry and the pork katsu. We went ahead with the recommendation and added chicken karaage. The beef curry was very good and has a balanced flavour and has a bit of sweetness, which is what I preferred. My lovely date, Mr Hubby, thought the pork katsu was cooked perfectly and the curry went very well with it, there's a bit of tang that cuts richness of the pork. If there's one thing though, I would preferred the beef to be a bit more tender though it's fine as it is. The karaage was not bad, I'd prefer a bit stronger seasoning, I found the karaage was very mild in flavour. The rice that go with the plate was a lot for me, I would order with less rice next time. Parking may be a hassle as that area has been quite busy lately specially being the holiday season. I would probably would have it to go next time as the space was quite small.

    Stamina Curry with extra order of katsu
    Veronica V.

    Tiny takeout spot that has a few seats indoors serving so far the best Japanese curry from a restaurant I've had in a while. If you have travelled in Japan, or make your own Japanese curry from scratch (not from the cubes of roux), this will likely not compare, but relative to other versions I've tried so far, this is pretty good! The portions are generous. I opted for less rice (you get a $1 discount) and even then, it was a lot. The extra side of Katsu was good, but would have benefited from some seasoning prior to dredging and frying. I didn't see it, but I wish they'd offer the option of adding some shredded cabbage "salad" and also the fukujinzuke pickles (special pickles typically eaten with Japanese curry). I understand that it's an extra expense to add for free, especially if most people don't know it, but for me, it would have been something I would gladly paid extra to have. Overall, a very filling, well priced fast lunch or dinner.

    Vegetable Curry
    Dana S.

    I had a very nice experience at this little Japanese curry shop! They have lots of options (multiple vegan options) and the curries are highly customizable so you can really build your ideal meal. I particularly like that you can adjust the amount of rice and that you can change the sauce, so it would theoretically be possible to get a seafood curry with the vegan base instead of the default chicken bass so you could have a true pescatarian curry. I went with the vegetable curry and enjoyed it a lot! The gravy was richly flavoured but smooth, and I liked the assortment of vegetables. I'm not a frequent consumer of Japanese curry but this was probably the best one I've tried - something about the sauce was very memorable. I also tried their matcha tiramisu which was also pretty good, which you might not expect from a little curry restaurant! It seems like they used a good matcha - the flavour was strong but not bitter. This was all quite reasonably priced - the total was about $18 including tax. Along with the good food, the staff was very hospitable. They provided me with a glass of water and were very eager to help me feel comfortable. Although it looks like mostly a takeout place, the dine-in experience is pleasant since the staff is so nice and you can get your food on an actual plate instead of a takeout container. Very much recommend for some good Japanese curry!

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    Mary C.

    Been eyeing this newish place for a while as it is nice to have another Japanese curry option. Tonight, I was looking at the board sign on the sidewalk and trying to figure out the menu. A friendly staff came out to welcome me and helped answer questions and explain the many combos and add-ons. Something I thought was so simple was actually overwhelming which is a good thing. There are 3 types of curry sauces: beef, chicken and vegan. With the help of the staff. I selected the beef curry with slice pork (Stamina Curry). I was informed the beef curry was richer and more pungent. The curry sauces uses over 17 different spices and you can certainly taste the spices. Comparing to other Japanese curries, Mr Japanese Curry was the spiciest. Surprised but still enjoyed my meal. Loved the fried onions as it added a nice texture. The rice was perfectly cooked and soaked up the sauce nicely. For $12.95, it was a good price for a quick take-out dinner. Would like to try the Tonkatsu or Chicken Katsu curry for next time.

    Beef curry on rice
    Evan K.

    We were pleased to come across the delicious aromas wafting from this curry shop on a rainy Friday evening around supper time. Location is opposite the Winners on West 8th near Cambie. We were welcomed in by a friendly staff member who politely asked if we needed help picking a curry and then gave us excellent advice in our selection. We chose the beef curry medium spiced which comes with a good portion of rice. In addition we got a pumpkin croquette. The curry was thick and rich with tender beef, we both really liked it and would order the same again. If you're used to Fujiya curry, you'll love the taste of this and the variety of other curries available including vegan and vegetarian. It's not as large a portion but the quality is good and it's a different experience being a restaurant. Really hope this new business survives - it's a tasty option on a cold night.

    Gloria F.

    I am so excited to try a new Japanese curry joint! I stopped by during their soft opening and they only have take out options (they open for Dine in on June 12th) I got the curry rice with chicken karaage and added 1 pumpkin croquette The flavors for the chicken was pretty good, it was well marinated and seasoned Since this was a take out order, I would recommend that they use a container that could separate the curry from the fried foods and rice so that the fried items don't get all soggy after our car ride home I am excited to come back to dine in!

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