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]

The British Shop in Shibuya carries imported foods and beverages from the UK - everything from biscuits and chocolates to Stilton cheese and canned beans. There are ciders from Aspall, Brothers and Sheppy's, and botanically brewed ginger beer from Fentimans. The freezer case is stocked with Scottish smoked salmon and Cumberland pork sausages, and they serve ice cream from Langage Farm in.... [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]

San Francisco-based Verve Coffee Roasters is the gourmet coffee destination in Yebisu Garden Place. You can choose from numerous single-origin pour-over coffees, a few espresso options, and cold brew and nitro brew when available. There are special seasonal blends, and they always have a "quick cup" option - convenient when you're in a hurry. Verve is a snack destination as well,.... [Continue reading]

The smash burgers are good and meaty here, topped with a tangy cheese sauce and served with crunchy waffle fries and optional jalapenos. The menu also features a few different burritos (Baja fish, "smash beef", pulled pork corn), quesadillas, and Cobb and Caesar salads. Shakes come in vanilla, banana, berry, Nutella and peanut-butter flavors. The atmosphere is laid back, and the shop.... [Continue reading]

Located in the chaotic basement restaurant zone of Parco Department Store, this is a tourist-friendly branch of a highly rated spice curry shop in Ebisu. The tasty curries here are heavily seasoned but not too fiery, and attractively presented with colorful garnishes. We recommend the three-curry plate, which will give you a chance to try out a range of contrasting flavors. There are.... [Continue reading]

Located on a quiet back street between Jimbocho and Kanda, this Australian-style cafe is bright and airy, with double-height windows letting in plenty of light. They serve a typical assortment of hot and iced espresso drinks (lattes, long blacks) and filter coffee. The latter comes in your choice of three different single-origin beans, starting at around Y1,000. Architecturally.... [Continue reading]

Run by the highly regarded Ise Kadoya brewery in Mie Prefecture, this Marunouchi izakaya serves regional cuisine and craft sake from Mie as well as their own craft beers. Ten varieties of Ise Kadoya beer are available on tap. As with any good izakaya, the the food menu is designed to accompany drinks, and the grilled meats and fish here go especially well with both beer and sake. One.... [Continue reading]

German wine bar Riesling offers very affordable wines and good, solid German food. The wine list features eighteen wines by the bottle, most of them in the Y4,500-6,000 range, and seven or eight by the glass. Erdinger weissbier is their draft beer. Among the wine-friendly snacks here, the zwiebelkuchen - a tart made with caramelized onions, bacon, cheese, eggs and cream - is highly.... [Continue reading]