4. Restaurants

Curry House CoCo Ichibanya

1960 Kapiolani Blvd,Ste 104, Honolulu, HI, 96826
  • (808) 949-4590
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Curry House CoCo Ichibanya Menu

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  • Khai L.

    Had curry udon, it was tasty!

    (4)

  • Charles P.

    This spot got me through the rough days in hawaii. beautiful spot the service is on like clock work. been there prlly the most during my stay in hawaii

    (5)

  • Lori L.

    Japanese curry is so yummy, it's perfect for that 10 pm hunger attack when you're out with friends. Curry House Coco Ichibanya is a fast food curry chain. Everything is already prepped and just needs to be heated and assembled. It's not gourmet or fancy, it is filling and tasty. My go to order is the Spicy Shabu Beef with Spinach and a side Potato Croquettes. The spicy curry isn't hot at all, but you could get mild if you're worried. I like the soft, thinly sliced beef and the spinach makes me feel like there is something healthy on my plate. The Potato Croquettes is just a frozen croquettes that they deep fry, but that doesn't mean it's not tasty, and don't forget the katsu sauce that's on the table. Last seating is at 11:15 pm, add the Curry House to your list of late night places to snack.

    (3)

  • Cara K.

    I usually get the curry with spinach over rice. The last time I went, my friend recommended the udon. What a great suggestion. I ordered the curry udon with chicken katsu. You can order a side of rice for just 60 cents more. Since the udon does not soak up the curry, you end up with a lot of curry after the udon is gone. The rice lets you enjoy every drop of curry!

    (5)

  • Claire F.

    Good ole reliable Curry House, this location opens later than most of their franchises and never disappoints. It's a relatively small venue with a few 4-person tables and seats at the bar-like counter lining the kitchen area. Clean, with a friendly wait staff, and the food comes out fast! Choose your spice level (mild or spicy), choose the amount of rice (regular or extra?), and choose from the extensive range of meat/vegetable curry dishes. With so many choices, I'm often making a split-second decision upon ordering. True Japanese curry flavor, but more liquid in consistency than some of the local varieties, which works well with their wide range of curry dishes. They also serve side dishes, such as shu mai and fried octopus, in case you want to supplement the giant portions they already provide. Only detriment is the crazy parking situation in McCully Shopping Center, although most times I've been pretty lucky. Very affordable. Cash only!

    (4)

  • Danielle A.

    Read about you guys on yelp, and Hawaii's not really known for "open late" foods, so I was down to try this place. We ordered the chicken curry katsu with kimchi, and it was good, not OMG I LOVE CURRY HOUSE good. I'd say this place is a good staple for quick/cheap food. They really weren't stingy at ALL with the curry, so if you're a curry fan... Go here.

    (3)

  • Steven L.

    Consistently good curry with a large variety of choices. When I have a craving for curry, this is usually the first place that comes to mind. My favorite items include chicken cutlet, cheese, mixed mushrooms, shabu shabu beef, and eggplant. Nothing fancy expected here, just simple japanese style curry.

    (3)

  • Benny N.

    We love the curry, but.... We call an order in every Saturday for our employees, and have yet to get a full correct order. We have a fluent English speaker call in our order, perhaps they could get one to take the order. #lostintranslation

    (1)

  • Lily Z.

    Stopped by the plaza and couldn't not stop by to try the food. The pork cutlet was alright; the pork was difficult to chew and did not seem fresh. The chicken cutlet and the clam and spinach curry were great! Both of which are among their popular dishes. Definitely need to try it! I got mines regular (spicy) but would recommend getting mild because it's more flavorful!

    (3)

  • Landis Y.

    This has been one of my friends' favorite restauraunts due to its consistency. If you are in the mood for some local Japanese curry, this will do job. I ordered the stewed chicken and veggie croquet curry with a side of gyoza and that is exactly what I got. The service is usually pretty good and wait times will vary depending on when and what day you go. I think my only recommendation would be to increase the actual types of curry served for added variety

    (4)

  • Jon H.

    Curry House does one thing, but damn they do it well. When I'm in the mood for something quick and delicious, Curry House is usually the first thing that springs to mind. Their selections of different toppings for their Japanese style curry is quite extensive, but I tend to stand by my familiar favorite order of takoyaki curry. And on those occasions when I'm not worried about looking good, I like to add cheese to my takoyaki curry because cheese makes everything taste better. But you might be asking yourself why I say that? Well, I don't know about you, but ooey, gooey cheese strings stretching from the plate, spoon, and my face doesn't scream attractive to me. Haha. Of all their locations, I frequent the McCully Shopping Center one the most by far. The staff here are all very courteous and attentive to their customers, and each is very knowledgeable of the menu and can answer basically any curry related question you can come up with. The servers are the friendliest of any CoCo Ichinabya I've been to, and that includes even the ones in Tokyo. Whether I'm seated at the bar or a booth, I'm always greeted with a smile. That kinda customer service is so important to developing a great experience and ambiance, and the McCully Shopping Center location has the staff to truly deliver. And maybe it's only in my head, or maybe it's due to the exemplary service provided, but I swear even the curry tastes better here than at other Curry Houses! There are not many places you can go where you're gonna leave full, satisfied, and happy for less than $10 per person. Curry House, however, is definitely one that falls in that category, and in my opinion is the leader of the pack. I'm never not in the mood for a meal here, and it's probably become my favorite quick service, sit-down restaurant around.

    (5)

  • Jules Y.

    If you love curry lotsa different ways, this is a great place to go. Kind of a medium-sized hole in the wall kind of Japanese diner nestled in the McCully Shopping Center on the first floor in the right half of the bldg closer to the middle and left of 7-11. Haven't been here for at least a decade or almost two so it's nice to see it still exists :) It is evening when we are there and inside it is lit but just seems a bit too dim like it's quiet and sad :( idk I ordered the spicy mahi mahi, spinach, and cheese curry rice ($9.75); three of my friends ordered the chicken cutlet curry rice ($7.30) lol My dish was hardly spicy and my fish was a little too well-cooked for what I like so next time I'll know to order it much spicier with fish that's cooked until "moist". The rice was cooked al dente, just right for our yummy curry. The cheese I was not too sure about lol ;) melded well with the spinach and mahi, and the dish turned out to be quite tasty. The tsukemono (?) veggie condiment served in a container available on the table was dark yellowish in color and not too sweet. It is always a fav of mine. We enjoy our calm yet spirited and often funny conversation while eating, and all agree the curry is delicious. One person notes he thought my dish had a bit more to it than theirs but of course mine is a couple dollars more ;) Yep, still a fav and a great deal for the price :), one that just makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside :D Also a great place to go when you don't feel like cooking and cleaning before or after your meal ;)

    (5)

  • Marthy S.

    Okay okay okay. You're in Hawaii. You're a tourist. You want to eat ahi poke until your insides resemble that of a blue fin tuna. I get that. But what's another thing you really need to eat if you're on the island of Oahu? You gotta get some Japanese curry from CoCo. It's a fast food style Japanese curry restaurant. If you're from the east coast like myself, you do not have the luxury of eating curry from this franchise. Thankfully I was travelling with a friend from Cali who demanded we get curry from here. Thank you friend!! I'm a CoCo curry fan for life! Friend got the pork katsu (cutlet) and I went with the Shabu beef with spinach. Holey moley that curry sauce! It's not the best I've ever had but hands down it's up there. This place does get packed but the turn over is fast, so the wait wasn't long. Very inexpensive for portion size. Happy wallet and happy tummy.

    (4)

  • Yue D.

    We ended up here since the ramen place in the same plaza is close that day:( We had the curry udon, tasted fine, nothing too special. But we think the really gem here is the gyoza! They tasted amazing, and price is 4 for under $1, if I remember correctly. We were like "let's order ten more" when we got the check lol. But seriously, they were good.

    (3)

  • Nina G.

    Our first visit here was okay. I'm giving this location four stars because their place is too small and they only accept cash. We had to go to 7-11 to get cash. Finding a parking at McCully shopping center was challenging. Food is cheap and good!

    (4)

  • Melina P.

    OMG I LOVE CURRY HOUSE! You cannot, I repeat cannot go wrong with a chicken katsu curry plate! Their gyoza & shrimp shumai was also really good. Oh & they are SUPER cheap! My girl friend & I only spent about $30 for our plates & side orders + soda. Staff is very friendly & attentive to customers. I also love that they leave a water pitcher on your table so you don't have to wait for a refill if they get too busy. I will definitely return here but need to remember to come before the dinner rush. Parking was a giant pain in my ass. There seems to be an influx of jerks out there who can't park in the lines of one stall & other jerks who like to double park across open stalls & make it impossible for anyone to get into the stall.

    (4)

  • Jennifer L.

    For the price and speed, Curry House rocks. I like that their spicy isn't too spicy at all because I am a complete wimp when it comes to spicy foods. My favorites (sometimes combined together): -corn cream croquette -shabu shabu beef/spinach -kim chee -mixed mushrooms -gyoza I occasionally treat myself to a calpico drink, something refreshing besides all this savoury food. This place is cash only, so be aware and be ready. There is an ATM outside but it's a generic one - so unless you like being charged a fee, be prepared.

    (4)

  • Brian P.

    Got into Honolulu late and wanted to find something nearby for a quick dinner immediately after we checked into the hotel. We searched nearby restaurants on Yelp and came across Curry House and made the 15 min walk over to check it out for our 1st meal in Oahu. We were starving by the time we got here and immediately were seated at the counter since the place was surprisingly packed for 10:30 pm; and there were no booths available. I'm a big fan of curry and immediately looked to see if they had any katsu curry. Bingo! Since they were out of chicken, I went with pork katsu curry instead, while Rachel got a curry udon also with pork katsu. The food arrived fairly quickly and the curry rice plate had a nice curry flavor to it. The pork katsu was nice and crunchy, and was delicious. Even though the curry on the rice plate looked the same as the curry in the udon, they had very different tastes which makes me wonder what was added to the soup base in the udon. I liked the curry in the rice better because I love creamy curry versus watery, soup based curry. The katsu curry was under 7 bucks which is a great value while the udon was a not so great value at almost 9 bucks and not being as good. Portion of food appeared about the same, so I guess udon is more expensive than rice by $2? It was nice to see, after this meal, that prices for dining in Oahu wasn't as high as I had expected. This curry spot is definitely cheaper than places I go to back home in Las Vegas, which was great! Our whole meal was under 20 bucks total :) Keep in mind though that this place is CASH ONLY!

    (4)

  • Rachel S.

    Literally clicked on "food" "open now" and "nearby" on the Yelp app and found this place on 08/29/14. Walked in at around 10:30 pm - the place was poppin, as every booth was full. Brian P. and I grabbed a seat at the bar. Originally Brian ordered chicken katsu, but we were told that they were out of chicken katsu. He settled on pork katsu and I got the pork katsu udon. It looked like both sauces were the same, but the udon had a slightly different taste. I didn't like the seaweed on top mixed with this particular curry so I picked around it. For 2 meals and 1 canned tea, our first meal of our trip came to $17.25 - cash only. IMO that's a little pricey.

    (3)

  • Brittnay B.

    I just got hung up on the phone by one of the workers!!! I called to make a take-out order, asked if they took debit card and she said cash only and hung up!!!!!!!! To think I was just about to order food from here. HAH! Hell no, taking my business somewhere else! They would get zero stars if possible! First impressions are a big deal. I didn't even set foot into the restaurant either and you can bet I never will. Customer service is -10. Smh.

    (1)

  • Mel T.

    Curry udon just about one of my ultimate favorite things to eat, and if it is on a menu, there is a very high probability I will order it. Curry House CoCo Ichibanya was no exception. The curry here wasn't the best I've ever had, but it wasn't horrible, either, hence the a-ok rating. The flavor didn't have as much depth as some of my favorite curry spots, and the udon itself could not compare with Marukame. However, the dish was comforting, and filling, and the katsu was moist and crispy. I won't be clamoring to return, but I wouldn't be opposed to a repeat visit, either. I will offer one nugget of advice, though - pass on the shu mai. They're ridiculously cheap ($1.70 for 7) but trust me - not worth it.

    (3)

  • Brigitte S.

    When I moved here from New York in 2006, I never imagined I'd be one day in love with Japanese curry. I always enjoyed indian curry but back east, the only thing I ever ordered in Japanese restaurants was chicken teriyaki. Talk about stereotypical white mainland girl! When I first experienced Japanese curry I fell madly, deeply in love. It's so flavorful & rich. I don't know what rice did before curry. Curryhouse is one of my favorite Japanese curry joints on the island. It is a chain but they are consistent, tasty & generous with portions. This location is open late too which is a total plus! I always order the chicken cutlet with cheese, spicy curry. I add on the cream corn croquettes often too when I'm extra hungry. The chicken is crispy & perfect with the hot curry. They also have delicious pickled veggies on the side; I always say their pickling liquid must be epic because the flavor really gets in. Boyfriend decided to order the stewed chicken & jumbo veggie croquette. It was good but we prefer the seasoning on the cutlets. Make sure to have cash, they don't take cards. There's usually seats & they move very efficiently to provide excellent service. This is my go to late night curry craving! Join me in the curry obsession.

    (5)

  • Sean C.

    Parking: private lot The cost: $15/person The food: chicken katsu curry with cheese, gyoza + fried chicken curry Reservations: no, this place is very casual Located in the McCully shopping center this is part of a chain of curry restaurants. I get it, sometimes you just want curry, but I have never left this place feeling like I've had a good meal. I certainly feel full but it's that unpleasant kind of full you get from eating a monotonous meal. The chicken katsu cheese is a staple but I found it a little bland despite it having all non-bland ingredients. And to be honest, you can probably be good with just a couple of bites of this before having your curry fill. The gyoza + fried chicken curry was equally bland and uninteresting. Overall, come if you REALLY want to have curry otherwise skip it

    (2)

  • Alexander G.

    No nonsense Japanese curry house, this place is consistently good. I usually go with the mabo-tofu, tonight I added the gyoza to the mix. It's always a steaming hot plate with an ample portion size. The curry itself is typical Japanese style (not similar to normal curries of India). The gyoza are served crispy. The mabo- tofu is cubes of tofu with good quality ground beef. I also tried the Mahi Mahi, which was well done pieces of fried fish. I always start with the corn salad, refreshing and delicious with the sesame and oriental dressings. I always enjoy pickled ginger with everything. The restaurant is just like similar ones in Japan, clean and cozy. The staff is always smiling and attentive. There is a lunch bar for singles and big booths for groups. This is soul nourishing food for a cold day in Honolulu!

    (4)

  • Annette I.

    Ambiance: 4.5 Food: 5 Service: 4.5 average: 4.67 THIS IS A CASH ONLY ESTABLISHMENT! I never dined-in at this location, usually I just order to-go for school. Honestly, I didn't even pay attention to how small the dining room is. My biggest grief here is that it is not handicap friendly. Their might be 1 table that possibly accommodate a wheelchair, but it's super tiny. The food was excellent. It came out hot and delicious. My issue was with the order in which our food came out. We ordered the pupus/sides and our meals and it seemed like 1 or 2 things would come out and then there was like 3-5 minute gaps in-between receiving our food. Being that it's in McCully shopping center, finding parking will be a challenge! If you live close then just walk or take the bus!

    (4)

  • Craig H.

    If you love curry and you want to try curry a little different than the way most places make it, plus endless options this is going to be your new go to place. For the great curry they prepare and the amount They serve you you cannot beat this price anywhere in the Waikiki Honolulu area. My favorite is the chicken cutlet with cheese I don't see how you can go wrong ordering that or any of their dishes and if you want to customize it go ahead they have tons of toppings that you can add in for example tofu, egg, spinach, and many others. This is Japanese curry done right! You may have a little bit of a wait to get seated but the service is pretty fast overall once you order.

    (4)

  • Nathan Z.

    Their open kitchen makes every corner of the shop smells like curry. Each time after I dine in, I got my clothes covered with curry smell and have to change to a new one... Unless you like a cologne of curry, carry out would be a better option. Food tastes yummy though.

    (3)

  • Jennica Megan B.

    I always get the Oyster Fry and Clam Mild Curry Combo. From the rice, to your choice of meat, and type of curry either mild or spicy - the whole meal mixed all together is a yummy and filling experience. I've been to three locations - Aiea, Ala Moana, and McCully and they're all the same in terms of service, food and overall dine in experience. They're fast, friendly, and affordable. Curry isn't too overwhelming and is just right.

    (3)

  • Alice H.

    Second time visiting this chain. First time was in Hong Kong. Curry is not spicy enough by my tastes but I love how you can customize the dish with whatever protein or starch you want. Nice decor and casual cute atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Sharon G.

    We found this joint through the trusty Yelp community. Everything on the menu looked delicious. We got the chicken katsu curry and the pork katsu curry- both with rice. Both were super yummy! It looks like a locals joint (: Woot! My fav was the chicken katsu curry. Each plate was just over $7. Everything on the menu was between $6-$9.50. Not bad for a hearty meal!!!!

    (4)

  • Terry V.

    Mahalo to fellow yelp reviewer (Jules y) my son and I were in the area after a game and hungry! We decided to stop in. Clean, busy, but, the service was fast. good prices for dishes like the Katsu curry that we ordered was about $7-$8. they had lots of cheap appetizers that made my son go off...ordering the shrimp shumai, mini octopus & Gyoza...each about $2.50 or less. Good food and reasonable prices. Another satisfied customer!

    (4)

  • Donna L.

    My boyfriend and I wanted to try out a place away from the crowd on ala moana. He came across this place on yelp. I'm so glad he found the place. This is the best curry place I've tried! I wish I didn't have to fly 5 hours to grab me another bowl of the beef and spinach curry. Who knew spinach would compliment curry so much? The beef was soft and tender. I also liked that the curry wasn't salty at all. Because it was a beautiful evening, we decided to walk from our hotel (Aqua Waikiki Wave). The walk wasn't that long; I think it took about 15 minutes. There wasn't a wait for a table, but I think we beat the dinner crowd. I'm glad we walked there, the parking lot was pretty small and got super packed by the time we finished eating.

    (5)

  • Sivilay T.

    We got there around 8:15 PM and were seated pretty much right away. Service was quick, food was good and price was decent. My husband and son had the 500-gram rice plate and they actually finished their food so I'll just assume they enjoyed their food just as much as I did. Although, I got the 300-gram and it was still too much for me to finish. I asked for my curry spicy, but it didn't taste spicy so maybe they just gave me the mild flavor instead. *****CASH ONLY*****

    (4)

  • Jenna G.

    This was one of my favorite places to eat at while living in Japan. When I found out it was here in Hawaii I had to try it. As soon as I walked in I was greeted at the door and chose to sit at the bar since I was alone. I was given a glass of water and a pitcher was in front of me for refills and there was a menu in front of me. I decided to to try the No. 1 choice which was the chicken cutlet with cheese and it came with 300 grams of rice. I didn't even wait 5 minutes and a steaming plate of delicious smelling curry was put in front of me. Just like Japan, you are given a spoon to eat with, which was hard to cut some of the pieces of chicken but I managed. I spooned some curry sauce over my rice so i could get a taste of it in every bite. I ate all the chicken but left some rice in my bowl. I noticed everyone around me leave their dishes and get up. So once I was finished I grabbed my check and made my way to the register. They only accept cash and I am not sure if there is an ATM in close range. I was in and out in about 15 minutes. I will definitely go back!

    (4)

  • Sasha L.

    I love curry house! All of their curry is cheap, fast and delicious! I don't like doing takeout because they don't give you much of the pickles to put in your curry.. If you eat in, you can have unlimited pickles! I literally finish the entire container of pickles in one sitting! Their corn salad is also yummy! They leave a water pitcher on your table so you have quick access to water..trust me, you'll be thirsty from all the curry goodness!

    (5)

  • Bella M.

    Atmosphere - A pretty tiny place not much seating but fairly quick to get seated. Crowd - I've gone and handful of times its usually pretty crowded but what do you expect its curry ;) Customer service - They aren't too bad but I wouldn't give 5 stars they come around at a bare minimum not chatty and some talk to quietly I feel bad to ask to repeat themselves but it can get a little rowdy and speaking up might be more appropriate besides that they smile a lot, so it's better than nothing :) Food - I make curry and I LOVE their curry just a little bit better its perfectly made the first time I tasted their curry I said "I need to step up my game" so YOU MUST GO! $$$ BRING CASH, or there is an atm at the convenient store at the end of the shopping center or in the middle of shopping center by the bubble tea place! $$$

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    If I need to get my curry fix (or just too lazy to cook) Curry House is definitely my go to place. Branching from the Japanese Coco Ichibanya in Japan, the shops here offer mild and spicy curry (not too spicy). They use a set curry sauce which you can combine with a variety of toppings from katsu to vegetables. You also have the option to have more or less rice if needed. I usually just keep to the standard amount. (300g) One of the things I love the most is the fact that they leave a pitcher of water at the table with you. With how heavily spiced Japanese curry is, water is a must and there's nothing worse than waiting for someone to come by and refill your water. My favorites here are the Chicken Cutlet or the Stewed Chicken and Spinach, but you can't really go wrong with anything on the menu. The only reason I give this place 4 stars, is parking. Located at McCully shopping center, parking can be tight, but I wouldn't blame this on Curry House itself, rather the shopping center it's in. The other thing is that it is CASH ONLY.

    (4)

  • Brian B.

    Stopped by 711 for some drinks for our drive to north shore. Pregnant wife NEEDED to eat so debated on Taco Bell or this place. WRONG pick. Ordered katsu curry and fried chicken curry. Sat at the bar and watched the guy fry up the chicken. Couldn't believe my eyes. They first fry their meats and finish it off in the microwave. Who does that? Fried chicken and katsu is supposed to be crunchy! The curry is at best 7/10. Don't waste your money.

    (1)

  • Rainy L.

    It's kind of a love - hate relationship with this place. Don't get me wrong, I love japanese curry and this place has the best one on the island (that I have tried so far anyway) but gosh the deep fried smell when you walk in, when you sit down, when you're eating your food, when you walk out and when you go home. It just stays with you all dayyyyy long until you shower and wash your hair. Even when I came to order a take out, I stayed inside a few minutes to order, walked outside and wait then came inside to pick up the order, just those few minutes... The smell just ain't going no where. lol

    (3)

  • William S.

    This is one of those cheap eats when you are tired of McDonalds or Taco Bell and want something with rice. They serve it up fast and I usually can finish my plate within a few minutes so it makes a good fast meal. Nice they have some fermented vegetables in a big bin and a jug of ice water on the table so you can fill up as much you like. You cant beat a plate of hot rice, curry, meat & pickled veggies for around $ 6 - 8. They only accept cash at the register.

    (4)

  • Colby T.

    I love how affordable and consistent Curry House is and surprised they are able to cook California rice to taste and feel like Japanese rice. I ordered the Jumbo Veg Croquette curry and appreciated how crispy the croquette was, despite it probably being a frozen product. It might be a disappointment that they only take cash, but it's also a good excuse to have someone treat you to dinner :) I'll definitely be back, especially since they're open late! (11:30 i believe)

    (4)

  • Jayson L.

    Curry house coco inchibanya is the longest name for curry house. i think it came from japan where they give you set amount of portion of curry and you get to pick the topping you want to add on your curry. I like coming to curry house, they have quite a lot of topping you can add to your curry. i usually get chicken katsu with cheese. you can't go wrong with it unless you don't like fried food. The reason i put 5 star is that you don't expect much from the restaurant where it's mostly self serve. the food usually comes out fast , people eat fast, and leave fast. these is like Japanese version of McDonald. Everything is pre-made and they just pour when you order. Price is very reasonable and flavors are usually good. since it's quite a lot of fast paste i wouldn't try anything seafood.

    (5)

  • Teresa L.

    This place never disappoints. CASH ONLY! Parking at mccully shopping center can be difficult at times. There's additional parking below but even when that fills up, it can be frustrating. That's why I like to visit Curry House during off hours. After/before dinner or lunch rushes. There's about six tables and a bar to sit at. The wait isn't so bad when I visit...but then again, I purposely visit when it's not crowded. My favorite dish is their udon :D Haha call me a kid but I just love it. For my tiny stomach, it's the right size! And the added bonus of this location is that it's next to coffee or tea if you're interested in grabbing dessert after. Oh, there is also a snow factory and regal donuts if you prefer that instead.

    (4)

  • Stephanie G.

    My first experience with Japanese curry happened here and it was amazing! Easily became one of my favorite foods ever. I'd been wanting to try it for a while, so I asked a Hawaiian friend to recommend a place for it while I was in Oahu and she suggested Curry House. She mentioned that all the locals love it so we had to give it a try! I ordered the chicken katsu curry with cheddar cheese and corn croquettes. Everything was delicious! Service was nice and fast too. That first bite...wow. I didn't think I would like Japanese curry this much, but now I crave it all the time! So happy there's good curry in SF too.

    (4)

  • Krystal C.

    Had just landed on the island and was craving a katsu curry and this place did not disappoint. I was worried about the whole parking fiasco and didnt want to wait so ended up doing take out. Chicken katsu curry with cheese- the cheese really made a huge difference in flavor, who knew! Since I did take out, they separated the curry which is awesome because it wasn't all drenched and super soggy by the time I ate it. The curry flavor was on point and the chicken is of pretty good quality. The breading is pretty thick so depending on people's preference, they may or may not like it. shabu shabu curry with cheese and spinach- it's good but the chicken is better. Even the hubby said so. Because its thin shabu meat, it just didn't feel as hearty as big pieces of chicken but rather drenches sauce with meat over rice. But flavor wise, it's the same curry so still very good. tako balls- soooo i thought the side order of it was one giant tako ball for some reason but I think it's an order of 4 balls. I didn't know and ordered two thinking I would get 2 giant balls but got a bunch instead. One is enough, dont be an idiot like me. The inside is basically like a croquette ball with squid in it. Meh, not sure what the rave is about but I would pass next time. Parking-came at 2pm on a Thursday and there was plenty of parking in the plaza.

    (4)

  • Caitlyn O.

    I'd have to say that Curry House has the BEST curry hands down! So far, i've been to this location & at the one in Pearl City, Aiea area at Pearl Kai Shopping Center. Both locations have good service & the food comes out pretty fast!

    (5)

  • Katherine N.

    They have a new fried ika item which is really good! It looks weird and comes as a whole but trust me...food is food! As for the curry I feel as if they give less meat now than they used to but it's still cheap and good.

    (4)

  • Kathleen K.

    Great service. Friendly staff. Curry always perfect. Only come to curry house for curry cravings!

    (5)

  • Ariana M.

    Curry house is basically Japanese fast food curry. I love curry house cause it's a great casual place to go with friends. And the food always comes out fast too! The only part that can be an inconvenience is its cash only here. I love how they leave a pitcher of water on the table. I always find it annoying when I drink all my water and have to wait and wait for someone to come by to pour me some more. Having the pitcher on the table I can just drink as much as I please :) When ordering curry you can customize it to your liking. You can order Mild or Spicy curry. I always like to customize my rice. I like to order the lower volume rice because I always waste if I get the regular volume. My two favorite curries' here is the Mabo Tofu or Chicken Cutlet with CHEESE! Sooooo delish!

    (4)

  • Hisoo H.

    ~CASH ONLY~ Curry is mild or spicy with many combinations to choose from as well as toppings which are additional $. If you go at the usual meal times, the parking lot can be busy and a hassle unless you have a compact car.

    (3)

  • Kevin C.

    My favorite go-to place when no one in my group can decide where to go to eat, either for lunch or dinner. I love Curry House! There's just something magical about their curry that makes me want more. Actually, I think it's the pickled vegetables that makes me keep coming back for more! Whenever I dine in, I swear, I can eat half of the vegetable container they have on the table. (Did you want some curry with your vegetables?) I usually get the chicken katsu, but have also tried the Kalbi meat and the gyoza curries as well. Also, if you haven't tried it, try getting your favorite curry dish with cheese! I was skeptical at first too, but once you go cheesey it will never be the same! Reasonable prices for delicious curry. Sounds like a win-win to me! CASH ONLY! Parking can also sometimes be a $@!&% for McCully Shopping Center, but be patient.

    (4)

  • Mido U.

    Great curry. Always super fast. The sit in counter is small but nice. All you can drink water for the spicy curry and also the pickled vegetable thing which is awesome. Great times and great curry

    (5)

  • Vicky L.

    Great curry, friendly staff. If you're too lazy to make your own Japanese curry, I would recommend this place. There are many "toppings" or add on's and sides to choose from. I love the stewed shrimp & chicken curry with lots of toppings ^_^! They have pickled radish and water refill on the table. Great location & would definitely come back when I crave curry again. ~

    (5)

  • Larlar S.

    College was such a great time for me because...my friends introduced me to Curry House!! This place is incredibly addicting because I crave it constantly. I come here approximately once a week because their food really hits the spot. I never leave Curry House unsatisfied. My favorite dish is the cheese cream corn croquette spicy curry with kimchee...chee hoo. It is just so amazing. I also crave Curry House's tsukemono or the free pickled radish on the side. I pile it on my plate like it's nobody's business. Might as well take advantage since it's free! I have also been told by many people that Curry House has the BEST curry udon. I would try it, but I honestly hate udon. However, I would not be surprised because my friends know their stuff. Please let me know if you agree! Tip: Curry House usually asks if you want your curry spicy or mild. Get the spicy because the spicy is not even spicy! A baby could eat it like nothing. Also bring cash unless you enjoy washing dishes. Bottom line: The curry here is incredible. I have read some reviews and I was surprised to find that people described it as bland. However, I never tried any other Japanese curry besides Golden Curry (which is shameful compared to here) so I really cannot agree or disagree. Nonetheless, I will follow my tastebuds and my happy belly, and say that I highly recommend Curry House and it is definitely Ichiban in my book!

    (5)

  • Taryn L.

    My usual Curry House is the Ala Moana shop, but that shop does not offer the curry udon. When I am craving curry udon, I go to the McCully Shopping Center's Curry House. Plus, they are open late (perfect for late night dinners during tax season!). The curry udon is simply udon and they replace the broth with their famous (and oh-so-delicious) curry sauce. It normally comes with a few nori flakes as a topping. You can choose to add toppings to the udon, such as the classic chicken katsu or gyoza. For the people with bigger appetites, you can also order the side of rice for an additional price ($0.60 I think) - perfect if you want to eat the leftover curry sauce with something else. Personally, I can drink that curry sauce by itself, like I drink soup - its so good! My favorite toppings with the udon are gyoza, fried tofu, and chicken katsu. Great udon in an amazing 'broth' for a reasonable price - I'm sold! Just remember, that you will have to hunt for parking during the rush hours and that this place is cash only.

    (5)

  • Jessica W.

    I'm drooling just thinking about eating some spicy curry and katsu from the curry house right now. Haha my favorite place to get lunch. It's so quick and simple, nothing fancy. Just warm and delicious Japanese comfort food. Taste the side ginger. It's BOMB. And I like how they have many locations around the island. What a great establishment.

    (5)

  • Tammy C.

    CHICKEN KATSU WITH CHEESE (curry) will be my last meal on earth. I say this with no hesitation. The first time I had Curry house, I was quite hesitant. I never had such a meal before. My first bite was like a scene out of the movies. My mouth watered with so much flavor .. exposed to tastes my buds have never had the pleasure of exploring. I was wide-eyed and I truly believe this place is A+, da bomb, complete yum yum. Atmosphere: All Curry Houses have that same look. It's got a bar overlooking the kitchen sorta kinda an open kitchen, right? Not sure. Plenty of diner booths. Comfortable and pleasant seating. Light fixtures could be improved .. just a tad but thats just my opinion. Service: The hosts are pretty friendly! At least the ones I come across are... I see the manager/owner(?) from time to time. Delegates his staff very well. I do not expect much as far as service goes. Food: In the words of Sinead O'Connor, "nothing compares to you" .. and I am referring to the curry! I could go anywhere, but will always faithfully return to Curry House. I love that the recipe is always the same. I know so basic, but truly key to their success! The consistency of they curry is not too runny and not too thick. I have tried to duplicate this recipe at home ... no luck! You get such a great value here.. it is hard to resist when on broke college student budget. RECOMMEND RECOMMEND RECOMMEND. Look no further! Absolute definition of true perfection!

    (5)

  • Karen T.

    The food was good as usual but the service was just a little off. There were 4 of us sitting at the counter and the 2 people that sat next to us were served their food and left while we were receiving our food. So it was a little off. But like I said the food was as good as it always is. I thought they were short handed but the girl said no its just a little busy tonight. I saw 3 guys working behind the counter. I see like 6 people behind the counter at Pearl Kai!

    (3)

  • Tai M.

    Food is fine. They don't take credit cards. Just a reminder that it's 2014.

    (3)

  • Tracy L.

    Great food, full of flavor and inexpensive. But bring cash, which I think is cheating for a franchise restaurant to accept cash only.

    (5)

  • Erika M.

    The food quality is good. I ordered shrimp udon, the quantity was not much at all for $9. Also infront of their cash register it says cash only. I dined in and the sign of the cash only is very inconvenient to see. I ended up having to leave to a 7/11 to get cash after. They need to start taking card. Very inconvenient and not good for business.

    (3)

  • Kevin L.

    Very quick service and outstanding meal, got lucky with parking at 7:45 pm, time to enjoy.

    (5)

  • Iris J.

    I like that the quality is consistent at each visits. I wish the "spicy" was hotter!!! The shrimp shumai & fried gyoza is a great addition to the meal. Even the rice is special...idk what it is, but it is extra different & taste is interesting!!! The best is you get a good meal at a descent price!!!

    (4)

  • Vivian Y.

    Just your standard curry here! However, the sides are what make Curry house the place for curry. At $1.80 a pop, you can get a shumai add on or if you are willing to a bit further, you can get other side dishes like fried chicken, croquet, and spinach. I find that the mild curry is not as flavorful as the spicy one. Honestly, the spicy one is not that hot and you will barely break a sweat at the end of your meal. Service at Curry House is pretty non existent once you get your curry. Water is self served using the jug and the receipt is left on the table. Parking for Curry house is a pain in the butt even if you are just picking up. I recommend getting the #1 favorite, the chicken katsu curry. Also, all Curry Houses are CASH ONLY!

    (4)

  • Elim N.

    Quick and simple and always a good choice! Curry house has many locations all over and even locations in Japan! Its one of my favorite go to spots when I can't really decide on where or what I want to eat. We typically order: Fried Chicken: Many pieces of fried chicken fried to order. My boyfriend always gets spicy even though its not really spicy. Kalbi Curry: I love the thin, sweet pieces of kalbi with my mild curry. But Curry House also allows just order of sides which is what we tried this time. We ordered the Spicy curry [$3.60], Mild curry [$3.60], Chicken Katsu [$2.05], Kalbi [$2.20], Fried gyoza [$1.70], and Fried chicken [$1.95]. Never disappointing!

    (4)

  • Angel L.

    I still can't believe that I lived part of my life without knowing what Japanese Curry is. That's what I get for living in the middle of no where on the mainland, might as well been living under a rock! Coco Ichiban has got to be the best Japanese curry hands down, ever since I found out the joys of this yummy curry I have been trying them all. Something about the flavor and the light heat combined with the perfect texture and thickness of this curry just sits right with me. I always seem to get different types of side dishes with my curry but I always come back to the Curry Udon. The noodles are perfectly tender with just the right bite and pairing that with the curry just drives my taste buds insane. I love to get Squid on the side as well as a jumbo croquet so they stay crunchy when I dip them in the curry. Finish that off with a melon soda? Forget about it. So ono. The service is always spot on no matter which I go to, always friendly and fast. The food is ALWAYS consistent between all the restaurants. They really know what they're doing.

    (5)

  • Jennifer K.

    The service was quick and they seated us fast. And the server was nice too. What made me give them 3 stars is that the food was so flavorless... I ordered the fried chicken spicy udon since I've been craving it for the past week. I was psyched because working two jobs really take time away from personal life. I was excited and ready when they brought the food to me. The so-called spicy curry had No flavor. At least if it was the fact that it wasn't spicy, then I wouldn't have minded at all since I also love the mild flavor. But this had no flavor whatsoever. My boyfriend ordered mild and that had more flavor. Like whaaa? Well anyways, this review isn't 1 star because service WAS good and I'll be coming back to give this location another try.

    (3)

  • Jasa S.

    All good Got hooked on this chain place in JAPAN. Happy to see in Hawaii for an inexpensive dinner for a change!!! $6.85-$11.00. Great value and great fastfood All meat choices are equally amazing. Parking tuff in shop center. Go around the bldg and there is underground garage free to park.

    (4)

  • Lisa S.

    I used to eat here all the time in college and high school, but never ordered the Katsu Curry with Cheese until recently. OMG, where have I been? I've been missing out! So yummy! For Katsu Curry or curry in general it has to be here. This place always satisfies my curry cravings!

    (4)

  • Mad D.

    This is a go-to for me and my bf when were feeling curry Service - meh Beef Curry (Spicy Only) - yummmeh but sometimes stingy on the meat Stewed chicken curry (mild) - yummmeh Mabo Tofu - ees okay Side Kimchi - I like it cuz it's not super sour Kalbi Curry - not as yummmeh as beef curry, but still good Cash only!

    (4)

  • Nikki N.

    The only plus is that it's cheap. Gyoza, chicken katsu, and beef were on the menu. You can pretty much cook these dishes at home and if you mess up, just disguise it with gravy. Maybe it would taste better if I ate this at 2am and drunk. Cash only!!!

    (2)

  • Carolyn T.

    To quote Bilbo Baggins, "I've put this off for far too long." It's review time! Curry House was one of the first places we had lunch on the island because my boyfriend is in love with it (he was raised here and he made my mouth water describing this place during the months leading up to our trip). So, I walked into Curry House with some pretty high expectations. We were seated immediately and we got menus. From the looks of it, Curry House is like fast food authentic Japanese curry with a respectable price. Eating here is all about customizing. You can select exactly how much rice you want (I selected 200 mg), spicy or mild (I selected mild), and exactly what you wanted in or on top of your curry. I decided to add cheese to my curry, which was an EXCELLENT decision. I also got the vegetable croquette, which was basically a large fried potato-ish thing. Okay, my words are failing, but my dish was perfect. The mild curry was not spicy at all and, after trying my boyfriend's "spicy" version, I was confident I could handle it (for reference, I am a very spice-intolerant person, so that's saying something). I'm pretty sure you can get your curry even hotter if you ask, or you could always just add a bunch of crushed red pepper flakes. Also, I think it's worth mentioning that I tasted the chicken here (off my boyfriend's plate) for the first time in over EIGHT years. And it was delicious! I'm still a little shocked that I tried chicken, but I have no regrets when it comes to Curry House. We left with huge smiles on our faces and compared all future meals to our experience here. This is definitely the best curry I have ever tasted and I'm now in a bad mood because I live in Chicago, not Honolulu. FYI: -Curry House is a chain. There are tons of different locations throughout Hawaii and I believe there are also several locations in certain parts of California. And probably Japan, too? -Curry House is cash only (my only complaint).

    (5)

  • Jack C.

    Whoa whoa whoa chicken katsu and cheddar cheese, why do all other japanese curry joints not have this blessed combo? It's so simple yet genius. Upon vacationing in Hawaii I was looking for a restaurant open late and Curry House seemed to fit the bill for asian comfort food. I came in without any expectations and came out completely blown away. I ordered the chicken katsu with cheddar cheese as stated above. The cheese was a superb compliment to the very well proportioned breading to chicken meat katsu. The batter was nicely crisp and seasoned. That gooey cheese, katsu, and flavorful curry all over a bed of fried rice hit the spot. My girlfriend ordered the gyoza and tofu curry which was pretty good also, but paled in comparison to my choice. They give you the option for spiciness level and also rice amount (default 300 grams of rice, subtracting 50 cents for 200 grams and adding 50 cents for 400 grams). Very considerate of CoCo. Service was swift and polite.

    (5)

  • Connie M.

    Curry is something I could possible eat every day and still be happy! The curry served here delicious! I love the consistency- it's not too watery, yet not super thick. The customizable aspect of this place is also fun! Who knew cheese + curry would be a yummy combo? I loooove that there's a pitcher of water on every table. I wouldn't say this is the best curry I've had in my life, but for the price and convenience it gets a gold star in my book.

    (4)

  • Douglas K.

    We were very pleased with the Curry House. We ordered the spicy chicken cutlet curry with cheese and the spicy pork cutlet curry. The chicken was really tender and the pork was perfectly cooked. The batter was very light and not greasy. The curry had a wonderful taste to it, very flavorful and just the right amount of space. Personally we would have preferred some vegetables or other things mixed in with the curry, but even just plain, this curry is a winner! We also ordered a side salad and we thought both of the dressings offered with the salad were delicious. The price was very reasonable and the portion sizes were immense! We will definitely be back here again.

    (5)

  • Maka K.

    I used to eat at this Curry House ALL THE TIME...and then I pretty much stopped eating rice. Alas, I still have lots of fond memories. It's a small-ish restaurant in McCully Shopping Center, so parking is either in their front lot, or in the less well known lower level of parking under the building. Their menu is pretty straight forward, you pick a spice level of your curry, how much rice you want, and what kind of topping/meat you want to go with it. Simple right? Until you're sitting there trying to decide, "Oh god, do I want the chicken katsu or the gyoza? Or maybe I should get the shabu shabu beef and a side order of gyoza? I DON'T KNOW!!" In any case, all the food is good, so there's no real wrong choice here. The prices are relatively cheap and you get a good portion for what you pay. When you're done, you pay at the counter, so don't sit around waiting for your server to come back for your check.

    (4)

  • Krysten I.

    I used to absolutely hate japanese curry. I thought it was poo compared to yummy coconutty thai curries. But then I found out I could have katsu in japanese curry and that it was the most ingenious invention ever. I was hooked. I normally get the chicken katsu curry with cheese, but I've tried the pork katsu and mapo tofu, both of which are just okay. You can also tell the server to give you a small portion of rice and they take off a tiny amount of $$ from your bill. The corn salad is also one of my favorites because the seasame dressing is sooooo yummy!! I tried to buy a bottle, but they said they don't sell them anymore....I was tempted to steal a bottle and leave some extra $$, but decided I could suffer through until I found a good substitute. I have yet to find a dressing that tastes like it though, so if anyone has any suggestions, I'll be very happy to hear them :) Yes, parking is a nightmare at mccully shopping center. I used to pride myself in being able to park in their tiny stalls....but then I found out there is a parking lot underneath the shopping center! No one ever told me!

    (4)

  • Odille C.

    This place is basically Curry Heaven, I love coming here. Everything is so tasty, its ridiculous. The only problem that I face is that its cash only and rarely do I ever carry cash.

    (5)

  • Jacqueline Y.

    When walking into a restaurant, of course you would expect to be greeted (at least lightly acknowledged, like shouldn't that be a rule or something? Duh!) First off, I would much rather eat at the tiny hole in the wall curry house at Ala Moana than this dump. The tables were dirty, there were bits of old food on the seats (uhh yuck!) Before we were even served, my group of 4 friends and I were rudely asked to leave because my friend wasn't wearing a shirt. Ok yeah, maybe it counts at a higher class restaurant, but this dump? Why don't you clean your seats first? So we left, said a couple of rude remarks and to my surprise one of the cooks had even bothered to argue back. He even walked out the door to yell something back (like we were even listening anyway). If he cared so much about the current customers eating, he would've minded his own business and kept his composure. I didn't want to eat there anyway, their food sucks, there is nothing really nutritious, little to gross looking or no vegetables at all, barely any meat. My mother makes a better pot of curry with more variety and for less $$. Anyways quick summary, disgusting, unsanitary, rude service, oily, and bland.

    (1)

  • Tingting W.

    This was my first time there and i will definitely go back because the service was good and the foods were cheap. I ordered a chicken cutlet, no words can express how crispy the chickens were, even with the curry sauce over the chicken it was still amazingly crispy. Definitely worth a try

    (4)

  • Kat L.

    My boyfriend and his brother have been eating at this certain "establishment" since they opened, and have never had any issues until recently. Upon walking into the restaurant you receive not even a "hi" or "welcome". The employee tried to accost my boyfriend. In short, this place is disgusting and i don't even want to take the time to write something about it.

    (1)

  • Kalai F.

    Da bomb!!! How can you go wrong with cheap good fast food! I'm in and out in 15 minutes. I know it sounds crazy but I get the squid with cheese curry with side gyoza! Broke da mouth!!!! Chee!!!! I'm craving it just thinking of it!!!

    (5)

  • Liana F.

    I don't remember this place smelling like a total grease trap when I last went a year or so ago. I'm not a huge fan of curry, but since Yoketta Rameb was sold out, we came down to Curry House. It's pretty convenient to where we live. As soon as you open the door, there's a very district whiff of oily deep fried smell rushing up your nostrils. The grease smell immediately soaked into my clothes and hair. I could even smell it when I walked out and went back in car. By far the worst place I've been to leaving smelling like I was drowned in the deep fryer for days. Food here is pretty consistent and ok but the portion did get smaller. I don't care for the food here but it's fast and simple. Service is slow. Our server got our orders wrong twice. We came here around 9:30pm and it wasn't busy, so I don't get why they weren't attentive. Curry House is located in Mccully and parking sucks! Super tight stalls and it's always packed so parking could be rough. The best curry is the homemade curry of course, but this place is decent if you want something fast. As for me, I won't be going back. The greasy smell is a no no for me!

    (1)

  • Amy L.

    Best curry ever! I miss Curry House a lot since I moved away and this is another must eat when I come home. Thick, flavorful curry and I always order the chicken cutlet with cheese. Who would've thought that cheese would go so well with curry? I love it when the cheese gets all melty and stringy as you deliver a big spoonful in your mouth. The cutlet is always crispy and not dry. I love that you can get small portion rice now and it's 50 cents cheaper! I'm a carb lover but can't eat that much rice. When I don't feel like rice, I get the udon curry option. Chewy and so fun to slurp up. Service is always great here too and they are genius for leaving a pitcher of water on the table since the curry can get spicy! Oh, how I wish I had curry house in the bay :)

    (5)

  • Julie N.

    If you want to eat curry, check this place out!

    (5)

  • David A.

    Great place. Staying at the Hilton resort and didn't want the on-campus, high-priced grub. This is a short walk from the resort, but we were appeared to be the only customers who were not local. And this blows away the popular notion that good food on the islands come at a premium price. Chicken cutlet and shabu shabu beef with spinach were delicious. Can also recommend the shrimp appetizers.

    (5)

  • Tanya A.

    Despite the big inconvenience of having to pay with cash only, I left filled with happiness and food from a nice dining experience and tasty curry. The staff here was courteous and nice, which I've always consistently found and appreciated with the Japanese. The service was so quick, you wouldn't need to worry about making awkward conversation with your lunch date for too long before your food came out. There is a pitcher of water and jar of daikon radish right at your table, which is such a simple yet incredibly convenient aspect. My boyfriend and I had just finished hiking Koko Head, so we consumed water like beached whales. It was much easier to help ourselves than having to flag down a waitress each time for refills. Despite this, our waitress was stil attentive to us, making sure to check back at the right times to see if we needed anything else. The staple here is obviously curry and rice, but I've never seen as much variety of meats, seafood, or vegetables to accompany your curry. There was sure to be something for everyone. For meat lovers, there's pork, sausage, hamburger, chicken cutlet, pork cutlet, stewed chicken, lightly crisped chicken, and a variety of other meats cooked in different ways. For seafood lovers and vegetarians, there's crispy breaded shrimp, cuttlefish, fried quail eggs, mushroom, natto, eggplant, and more. Additionally, they also offer the special topping of cheese with your curry, which I'm not quite interested in but heard makes a nice addition. I got the stewed chicken and spinach curry. I've never seen that offered elsewhere, so I was very pleased that I could have a slightly healthier option in lieu of my usual chicken katsu curry. They give you a generous portion of rice and curry that I probably would have had to take home half, if not for being famished from hiking prior to this. Though not outstanding, the curry itself was warm and savory, enough to make me lick my lips in yearning of it as I write this review. For the good prices, tasty comfort food, and good service, I would definitely go back here if I'm ever craving some Japanese curry.

    (4)

  • Yolanda M.

    I was a little bewildered by their rudeness of the service from the cashier while I was picking up a take-out order... The little girl covered in acne... even though I stood there waiting she decided to cash out people who just showed up after me twice and I mentioned it to her I was waiting first... Then she did it again... me again it was very very rude...I just don't understand ... people really supposed to be that rude??? She looks up and goes "sorry" in unconvincing fashion... Furs who's not getting a tip... And bye the curry is overpriced for what you get... And it doesn't taste good when it comes with staff and rude attitudes....

    (1)

  • Michael V.

    I love this place, always get seated right away and the food is always great and it come out pretty fast. The tako balls are amazing with the pork cutlet

    (5)

  • Beth K.

    This place is my jam. If I could, I would eat here for every meal, every day. It's affordable and great for families. My 2-year-old and 10-year-old love their curry!

    (5)

  • Yuko A.

    Doesn't seem like there is much that hasn't been written about Curry House so I'm not going to go drone on about it. My friend and I were looking to eat a cheap dinner at Mccully so we wandering from restaurant to restaurant, looking at menus and specials and finally were debating between Phucket Thai and Curry House.... When we got to Curry House, we couldn't leave. The prices were too good not to and the place wasn't that busy. I got the shabu shabu beef/spinach ($8.05) and added cheese for an additional $1.25 while my friend got the chicken katsu and cheese. My friend and I both grew up eating our parents homemade Japanese curry so we don't eat curry out too much but we were both happy to try out Curry House. It was my first time eating cheese with my curry and it wasn't that bad, definitely added a richness that you don't get with regular curries. I ordered the spicy which was not that spicy, added a little kick but nothing you are chugging your water after every bite. The food came out fast, and we were done in less than 45 minutes. Definitely a great spot for a quick fast, decent meal. CASH ONLY! YELP 365: 173/365

    (4)

  • Qi Y.

    This chain is located in McCully shopping center. It is nostalgic for those who have had CoCo Ichiban in Japan - the flavors are just the same. Quick dine-in and cheap prices make the place a good stop for lunch or dinner. If you're a Japanese curry fan, you wouldn't want to miss this place.

    (4)

  • Zar A.

    Simple Japanese curry. Nothing fancy but enjoyable. Small dinning place. Eat, enjoy, and come out happy. What's there to fuss about? My favorite toppings (separate or combos): --Chicken Katsu (battered chicken) --Tonkatsu (battered pork) --Just vegetables --Mushrooms --Goyza --Shrimp Tempura --Kim chee Udon curry is also a favorite of mine. Don't forget to splash some of their pickles on the side!

    (4)

  • Amy G.

    I'm not sure what it is about this place but its always a good fall back place to go to. That's not a bad thing at all though. Its never really busy here at McCully, so you'll usually never have to wait for a table/counter. Service here is really quick too. I never have a problem. The curry here is probably one of the best. I usually always get the chicken cutlet w/ cheese or the gyoza curry rice. Another one of my faves is the udon. As long as you love curry, this place is going to have something for everyone. Quick and delicious. and the best part is that its not really pricey at all. It'll run you an avg of $8 if you dont order sides which i normally never do since the curry is so filling already. The best part is that you get to choose how much rice you want. I usually get it with less rice since the regular is too much.

    (4)

  • Chuco T.

    Oh curry house. What does one say? This place has been a staple for years, and to this day is one of our default stops. Im pretty sure ive over this in a previous review, so i wont go into the details of the curry, but seriously... if youre not getting cheese on your curry, youre missing out on life. And if youre really hungry, you can get up to a 500 (but be aware that they dont have containers big enough to take out a 500, so you have to eat in). As far as this particular location, plan to get there a little earlier that usual. Parking at McCully Shopping Center is pretty terrible. Tight stalls, and thats if theres an opening at all. There is a lower parking area underneath the shopping center, but again, tight stalls, and a pretty narrow driveway. Buuuuuuuut, once you get past the unfortunate parking situation, golden brown goodness awaits in the form of warm, stomach satisfying stew. dont forget your order of cream corn croquettes

    (4)

  • Justin R.

    When it comes to Japanese curry with quality at a great price, Curry House is your answer. I always get the local favorite -- Chicken Cutlet (Spicy) with kimchee. This combination has never failed me. My friends and I always take a stop here for a quick grub. The service is friendly and as stated, the prices are great! There are plenty of options including udons if you are not in the mood for rice dishes with curry. The quality and cleanliness of the area is perfect for small get together with friends. At a prime location, nothing is wrong with it at all! There are lots of parking available and if you want fast, easy, cheap, fulfilling, and delicious, consider your next stop here for satisfaction! Remember, CASH ONLY!

    (5)

  • CC L.

    Great place to grab quick food, good for dine in or take outs. Be back for sure for some quick and tasty curries. Would not recommend to come in large group because the table can sit maximum of 4. Btw, ventilation could be better, always smell like chicken katsu after eating there

    (4)

  • Simon C.

    I always get the Fried Chicken with Gyoza and it never misses the spot. Have this all over the place back where I grew up so its nice to find it out here in California. There are at least three tiers of spiciness here. Mild (anyone can try this), Regular (if you have sensitive taste buds be careful), and the last is a whole new level from 1-10. I tried the 5, which I could handle just barely if I am honest with everyone. The spiciness at this point builds from the moment you start eating it. Its basically curry everything, BUT they do offer a lot. Mabo-tofu, stewed chicken, fried chicken, beef, shrimp tempura, etc etc. There is a lot try here, but again its all Curry! Servers here are pretty nice, although most seem to expect that their guests should know what they are getting. The pricing I find isn't too bad... around $10 or so a plate (maybe less if you skip on adding extra goodies like potstickers) I will be coming back here for sure, mostly because I grew up eating here. If you've never tried curry before... Visit. But I'll be the first to admit curry can get old.

    (4)

  • Richard H.

    This location hasn't changed much in the years that it has been open. Still offers the best value for a great meal under $10. You can even get several menu items for about $6.50! I ordered the top shell clams with fresh spinach for $8.50, standard size (different portion sizes). They also offer the option to have your order: mild, medium, or spicy. The medium was more like an Indian Curry (I found the medium to be spicy enough). Sweet, pickled daikon and pitcher of water, all self service at your table. I found this to be handy, especially for more spicy curry orders. The food came very quickly, and my server apologized for one plate that took about 1 minute longer than the second. No where near long for either dish. I guess they pride themselves on getting the food out quickly. Great selection of toppings, great value, and quick service.

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    Fifteen years ago, whenever either my best friend or I met a girl and we wanted to know if she would be a good match with us, we would bring her to CoCo Ichibanya to see how she would fare in the ORDEAL OF CURRY. In hindsight this was ridiculous of course; but we loved CoCo Ichibanya curry so much that it seemed to be an accurate predictor of how she would do in a relationship with either one of us. If she balked at the curry, did not like it, or otherwise failed the test, we knew she would not fit in. If she loved it, made creative choices of topping, ate greater than the standard 300g volume or became a fellow CoCo Ichibanya loyalist, we knew she would be a good match for us. And for the record, the girl he brought along one day in 1997 for lunch, who ordered 500g, spinach, cheese, natto and shabu beef ended up becoming his wife four years later. CoCo Ichibanya is also a place to which I have brought every visitor I've hosted to these islands; and every single one of them has loved it (especially the guys) One of them even loved it to such an extreme that much to his wife's dismay, he wanted to return every day of his week long vacation for at least one meal here. Here's what you need to know about CoCo Ichibanya: FOOD: Back in the day, there was a 1300g Challenge. While I can't say I kicked its ass, I did win. Win in the way that I was the second guy to hit the ground during a simultaneous KO by staying up long enough for the ref to declare the other guy out before I lost consciousness. CoCo Ichibanya is that good -- even after that beating, I've still gone back month after month for fifteen years. You choose your volume of rice, which is a medium-grain Japanese style rice. Standard is 300g. There is a 200g size for small eaters. You can theoretically go as high as you want. I tend to go 500g, which is roughly 1.1 pounds. You then choose your spiciness. Never order "mild", it's not the same recipe and tastes like crap. "Regular" is not spicy at all, and has the full flavor that makes CoCo Ichibanya what it is. Then you choose your toppings -- and that's where the fun starts. CoCo Ichibanya has about 40 different toppings you can choose from; all kinds of beef, all kinds of seafood, all kinds of chicken, all kinds of vegetables, tofu -- you name it, if it's a topping that could go with Japanese curry, they'll serve it. There are even strange ones like Cheese, which surprisingly tastes very good with this curry. I tend to order the Chicken Cutlet (katsu), with a Croquette side, Takoyaki, Karaage, Calamari, or Ebi Fry. The more people I have with me, the more side toppings I order. Each of these toppings tend to add roughly $2 on average to your meal, but when distributed among friends, it's cheap and fun. CoCo Ichibanya is a chain restaurant from Japan, and its only restaurants in the US are in Hawaii. The food and restaurant are highly formulaic with very little deviation and good consistency from location to location. The food is authentic, and very delicious. PARKING: Terrible. McCully Shopping Center is notorious for having a serious parking problem. The upstairs lot is perpetually full, and the lot underneath the building fills up very quickly at mealtime. The stalls are also tiny, so when you do finally get a space, the car next to you is about 12 inches away. This parking lot is probably the most frustrating parking lot in Honolulu. ORDERING/ SEATING: 6 Booths of 4, bar seating for 8. Lead times are relatively quick, 10-15 minutes; but wait times can get really long especially during mealtimes and on the weekends where the wait can get over 30 minutes. SERVICE: Friendly, prompt. Everyone speaks English. Water filling is not an issue because they keep pitchers of water on the table (everyone should do this, srsly). No complaints from me in 15 years. ATMOSPHERE: Modern-ish, cool, looks like a chain from Japan, which it is. Casual. Easy-peasy Japanese-y. COST/ VALUE: Excellent. There aren't many places you can eat at these days for $7 or $8 bucks sit down per person and leave satisfied and full. Of course the amount you spend depends on your volume of rice and the amount of toppings you throw on, but generally it's cheap and good here, with a lot of food for you. The only downside is that they are CASH ONLY. VERDICT: 4.5/5 with a nod to 5. For what CoCo Ichibanya is, it's as good as it gets. I've never had better Japanese style curry anywhere else other than in Japan. For me, CoCo Ichibanya is the benchmark by which all other Japanese curries are measured by and failed against. A definite recommendation to try it if you haven't.

    (5)

  • Michelle I.

    Just as good as I remember from my travels to japan... The service was great and didn't have to wait a long time to receive my food! Will be going back!

    (5)

  • Stephanie T.

    If your looking for a filling, super yummy quick fix to dinner, this is the place to go. Although it is small and there are limited seats the wait is usually not to long as diners typically are in and our. You get your food super fast and there is an endless supply of water on your table so you dont have to wait for the waiter to serve you. Great for the price you pay!

    (4)

  • T L.

    My friends and I love curry house and has never had a bad experience. Since many places that don't serve alcohol allow BYOB, we decided to call and see if we can bring our own beer. The guy who answered the phone clearly said you can BYOB and so we bought beer. But when we came in, the server said you can't BYOB and claimed no one misinformed us and implied we called the wrong location. I showed the waitress my phone with the number and she verified we called the right number, but said we were misinformed. Normal places at that point will grant the customer's request due to misinformation of the worker who answered the phone.

    (2)

  • Arbine V.

    My husband and I hadn't been to Curry House in a long time so when some new friends of ours wanted to meet there for dinner we were pretty stoked. Since we are creatures of habit my husband ordered the mapo tofu with cheese and I ordered the curry with fried chicken and cheese. It's always delicious. Some things of note: Parking can sometimes be difficult at McCully Shopping Center but if you go during non-peak lunch or dinner times, it's not so bad. They leave a water pitcher at the table. A 200 gram portion of rice with curry can be ordered for a discounted price. It's a good thing that we don't live super close to one because we'd probably be eating there once a week. Curry House, Je t'aime.

    (5)

  • dena y.

    I love Japanese curry! This place never disappoints. I used to get the gyoza mild curry but found my new favorite of shabu shabu beef and spinach! I love the tsukemono (pickled veggies) that comes with the curry. Remember this place is cash only!

    (5)

  • Gladys M.

    My husband and I go to this location every time we find ourselves (individually, or together) in Oahu. The food here doesn't disappoint, and it's just like the one we used to go to in Okinawa--well, at least I think so. My husband says "it's close enough".

    (5)

  • Ashley T.

    It's Curry House so of course I'm a fan. I frequent this location most because of the convenient parking and dining area. This location is located in McCully Shopping Center so there is lots of parking unless you come during peak hours. But enough on the parking...let's talk about curry. The food is bomb! (in a good way). I've always like their curry and had no problems with them. The menu stays consistent but within the past year they have changed the menu adding new items like oyster curry and the curry udon. Curry udon?? I know I was like who would want to eat that...BUT apparently it's the talk of the town. I personally have not tried it because the thought of curry with udon does not sound appetizing to my taste. But a chicken cutlet spicy curry with cheese and corn sounds good to me. I like to order mines with small rice...because seriously they already give tons of rice and I don't need too much. PLUS if you tell them small rice you get a price deduction of a few cents..I don't know the exact amount. As for the environment, this place offers seating at the counter or in booths with one table with chairs (no booths). They immediately greet you when you walk in...like all the workers greet you (event the ones cooking). My only recommendation for this place is bring CASH. NO CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED. I know right?! You would think that every place would have some kind of credit card machine being that debit/credit cards being in use so much now. Got no cash? There is an ATM in 7-11 and one in front of the elevator.

    (4)

  • Henry O.

    Ive been craving Curry every since i left Curry House CoCo in Thailand last october. Was in Waikiki with a few friends that wanted Curry too so we decided to stop by. Service was rushed, food was good, but not as great as my plate in Thailand. But it definitely hit the spot for something fast and easy.

    (3)

  • Christina L.

    Fast food curry! Yum! Located in McCully shopping center. Plenty of parking. Service: Great fast, friendly, and professional servers and staffs. Food: The curry was really good. I had the spinach and gyoza curry and I loved it. It came with plenty of rice, so it was really filling. Overall: I would definitely recommend this place! And it's pretty cheap!! but CASH ONLY.

    (5)

  • Rupert L.

    Chicken cutlet or the beef shabu shabu. I wish I can just ordered both but I'll never finish it if I do. Nothing special really, it's just a very convenient place for me to eat and get rid of my cravings.

    (4)

  • Lyn C.

    The curry fanatic in me LOVED this place!!! It's very nice that you get to pick the amount of rice they give you. I don't eat much rice, and the standard amount was just a little more than enough for me. I also got a salad to balance out all the fried food and curry. I liked the sesame dressing so much got a bottle to bring home! All together we had: Fried chicken Tako balls Pork cutlet Corn croquette + cheese It was so good and filling. Exactly what I needed after a long, chilly bus ride back from North Shore. Quick and friendly service. Would definitely come back if I had the chance to.

    (5)

  • Jacob N.

    Since I've already Yelped about another Curry House location I'll be brief with this one. The consistency of product in all the Curry House locations I've been to so far has been pretty excellent. It's pretty much the same flavor and quality across the board. The service is always very quick, and you can only pay with cash. You can't go wrong with Curry House curry. For my curry, or udon natto and cheese is always a must for me! I'll add on any other topping if I'm in the mood, but I won't do without my natto and cheese staples! The area that this branch is in is a nice central location, however, parking sucks a big one. You can find a stall to park here during non-peak hours, but during meal times it'll be a challenge. McCully shopping center definitely needs a parking revamp and addition, but I have no idea where they could fit more stalls without making the tiny stalls they already have any more cramped.

    (4)

  • Daniel C.

    I really like the food they serve here because it's good, cheap and hardy. If you've never eaten here before, try the curry dish with cheese because once you get it, you won't order any curry dish there without it. I like how they look like after the remodel as it's more clean and comfortable inside.

    (4)

  • Lan N.

    Can't go wrong with yummy yet still cheap food. It's only a few dollars to add another meat to your dish and they will take 50 cents off your entree if you need less rice. How bout that? One entree was enough to fill us. My husband likes this so much; he said its one of his fave restaurants in the island.

    (4)

  • Krista G.

    The portions here are quite large and let me tell you: curry is NOT delicious leftover. I went here with my sister and a friend. We all ordered different things so we could try everything! The spicy (regular) curry is, in fact, not spicy but is significantly better than the mild. My friend got the chicken curry with spinach and it was delicious.What I really liked about it was that the chicken was shredded and therefore it was easier to mix with the rice and significantly easier to pick up with the chopsticks and fit it all in our mouths! I ordered the chicken cutlet (which is basically chicken katsu) with cheese which had very large chunky piece. The pieces were delicious, but since there are not any knives it was difficult to eat this in conjunction with the curry and rice. I was surprised how well the cheese blended with the curry and the chicken. It was fantastical! My sister ordered the fried chicken which was good too, but probably the unhealthiest. We also got sides of gyoza, vegetable croquette, and some new shrimp ball things. My favorite of the sides was the croquette. As mentioned in other reviews, there is a pitcher of water on the table which is convenient for those of us who are constantly needed to be hydrated.

    (4)

  • Cynthia L.

    5 stars for the curry udon with chicken katsu and an egg! I was swimming in tasty curry goodness. The crispy, crunchy chicken katsu added a nice texture to the noodle soup, too. A great value for under $10. Try it if you get bored of the curry and rice theme.

    (5)

  • E C.

    Excellent meals and a great value! Love this tiny place, mainly a take-out with seating for around 6 people. There will be a line here, but service is very quick. I don't know how they do it, but the kitchen is no larger than my hotel bathroom and the entire restaurant could fit in my hotel room. Huge menu for such a small shop. Got to come back soon before I leave town and try other things, but I really enjoyed my fried chicken/gyoza curry plate.

    (5)

  • Onassis K.

    If you're looking for a place to get a quick and easy delicious curry meal this is it. Combos are endless and it's really just a matter of picking what you like. My current favorite is the shabu shabu beef ,spinach & gyoza w/ Spicy curry. Depending how I feel I'll add cheese to it and if I'm dining in I may opt for the udon noodles instead of rice. So my overall opinion of this place is 2 thumbs up. It's clean they are quick with the food and I've never had a bad experience there. Helpful tip to remember is that this place is a cash only establishment so in other words, make sure you got enough "chedda" for you and your girl pimpin'. Aight than shoots!

    (4)

  • Chanel M.

    Super good! Fast service here which i like. I didn't even have to wait 10 mins for my food.

    (5)

  • June L.

    Whoa quick service, price is great! And the menu is extensive... lots of selections. However, the curry was rather mild, not too spicy. Generally tasty, but in my opinion, curry can be even better! Will revisit even though almost no veg here!

    (3)

  • Sandie J.

    We were seated quickly, and the staff was very attentive. Since it was our first time, our waitress helped us decide which plates to order. I ordered the local favorite, Chicken Cutlet Curry w/cheese, and my hubby ordered the Beef Shabu-Shabu. We shared plates, and it was funny because we each preferred the others! ;) Good food, not too bad of a price (Honolulu is expensive!), and we left satisfied! We'd go again! :)

    (3)

  • SungWon C.

    I love this place! They have great tasting Japanese curry and their katsu is pretty decent! I took someones suggestion and had the chicken katsu curry with cheese and was very pleased. They have melted cheese on the katsu and serve it with delicious curry and daikon (I think it's daikon). Overall, for 8-9 bucks, this place is the best you can get!

    (5)

  • Grace B.

    PARTY OF 3 SERVICE They were extremely nice. They answered all my questions even though I sounded like an amateur eater for curry. They were very patient with all my crazy questions. ENVIRONMENT We chose to sit at the bar counter. There we were able to face the workers and cooks. The place is clean and modern looking. FOOD I ordered the chicken cutlet with spinach curry with steamed white rice. It was soooooo good. I loved it. I practically ate every piece. Delicious! CONCLUSION I would definitely recommend it if you like Curry. Tastes very good!

    (4)

  • Alan G.

    I'm not a big fan of curry that much anymore, at least the type of curry Curry House serves. It gets old really fast especially with the amount of visits my gf and her family take me to. The service is alright, it's minimum, nothing to be "wow'd about. The food is also alright, it's not amazing, the colour is like puke green/brown and kind of fills the store, which happens to be yellow. The smell is overpowering, and also it's kind of weird to think that everything they sell uses pretty much the same sauce. I mean you could eat like a chicken cutlet curry and then switch to a shrimp fry curry and they would honestly taste the same, maybe the texture is different. I didn't really read this on the menu until my last visit, but you can pick the amount of rice they give you, something you could do, I love my rice :) Anyways, will probably come back here, just not anytime soon,. Grab a Calpico drink with your meal! It's really refreshing and tasty!

    (3)

  • Ellen C.

    Curry House serves tasty Japanese curry, aka "good but somewhat generic brown sauce" served over your choice of filling (meat or veggies). The sauce sits heating on the stove in huge vats ready to be poured over your rice or udon noodles; hearty and rib-sticking comfort food it is, gourmet or made-to-order cuisine it is not. Since the sauce is ubiquitously used in all dishes, it doesn't matter which filling you choose, all will taste creamy and flavourful. All in all, the food is both yummy and cheap, which suits me just fine.

    (4)

  • Jaswant A. S.

    Remember the Five Rangers (秘密戦隊ゴレンジャー)?? The original Japanese TV series that started the whole "super sentai" thing that the Power Rangers were based on? Well one of the few things I remember about the show was that the Yellow Ranger had an obsession with curry. The evil organization in the show would often use a lone bowl of curry left sitting somewhere he just happened to pass by to set a trap for him. And he fell for it each time. But wait - it was not just ANY type of curry but JAPANESE CURRY!!! That was also the first type of curry I had as a kid and I loved it. Nowadays I like all sorts of curries - Indian, Thai, Indonesian, Burmese, etc but every so often I specifically crave Japanese curry. And what better place to satisfy that craving than a place like Curry House?! So I went with two other folks right when it opened around 11AM and we all ordered Japanese curry with different toppings. I had the tonkatsu and mushroom curry. There are multiple possibilities since you can do half of one item and half another. It was all very tasty and satisfied my craving. When it came time to pay I realized the place was CASH ONLY! Mother fornication! Luckily someone else in our group had enough cash to cover it. I get it when some one-of-a-kind "old school" one-location-only mom and pop place that's been around since before statehood is cash only because the 80 year old woman running the place can't run a credit card machine or doesn't even know what those newfangled cards the whippersnappers are waving around are all about - but this is a freaking major chain with locations all over. WTF!?! Yeah. I know. It's a company from Japan. Maybe something got lost in translation. Maybe they'll figure it out the next time I come to Hawaii. That'll give 'em a few years to get their act together. In the meantime, it's on the corner of McCully and Kapiolani in a mall with tons of restaurants - there is a decent-sized parking lot but there are also many many restaurants. Wasn't crowded when we got there but your mileage may vary.

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    I've always been a fan of Curry House, but this time wasn't the greatest. My girlfriend and I were craving curry, so we decided to stop by the McCully location. We went in, and there was a group for 3 on the list ahead of us. I saw there was plenty of space on the counter and no available staff so I put my name on the list expecting to be called soon. Neither myself or the other group specified a preference for seating, but the group ahead of us got seat once a table opened up. This was like 20 minutes later. Shortly after, a group of guys walked in when there was available staff and got seated at the counter. I said something to one of the staff and she told me we'd be seated as soon as a seat became available. The another staff come out and calls a couple that was there after us. I then went in and complained as it had been like 45 minutes. I didn't approach the couple, and neither did the staff but they did get up and insisted we be seated first even after I told them we would wait. I was actually about to leave for another location. Anyways, food was good as usual but next time I will be visiting another location.

    (2)

  • Jonathan Q.

    I was forced to come here at first, it turned out to very good. thus, my addiction and craving for this place made it one of my go to places for lunch. As always it's excellent and consistent. Though you may have to wait a while for takeout, it's worth it. Portions are bigger than other locations

    (5)

  • Angela C.

    Oh my god, this curry place can seriously compare to the ones we tried in Japan - yes it's that good! This one is located near the H1 freeway on the far end of Waikiki by a 7-eleven. We ordered: Pork cutlet and kimchee curry ($7.20) - the pork was perfectly breaded and crisp. The kimchee really enhances the flavor adding a wonderful crunch and spice to this traditional dish. We also added corn and fried shrimp to it. They have a variety of toppings so you can load up on all the toppings you want. Stewed chicken and spinach udon ($8.35) - i was craving curry with udon and woow, call me impressed! We also added kimchee to this dish and the flavors melded together wonderfully (I was worried it'd taste weird with the spinach). The udon was nice and chewy and the portion was HUGE. You can easily share every dish here between 2 people. This place beats Curry House and Hurry Curry in California... Coco Ichiban - I think it's about time you made your way to the mainland!

    (5)

  • Sara C.

    one of the best curry dishes i've had! apparently this is an international chain but i've never tried it and it was recommended by a friend so we took a short stroll over after being dropped off by our tour bus just a few blocks away. the restaurant is situated inside a small shopping center which consists of a variety of asian restaurants. the place was small but when we went, there were plenty of seating. service was quick and the food was delicious. i had the tofu curry with gyoza and fish balls. my plate was just the right amount of food for me, which is surprising because i rarely finish my entire meal. i would cry and say bring this chain to the mainland, but they already have. so i wont cry about not being able to dine at another curry house. CASH ONLY. side note: restrooms are located outside on the 2nd floor, ask the server for the key.

    (4)

  • Mitsi T.

    Curry is usually just curry to me, not much different from what i make at home, but always a solid meal. What makes this curry different are the add ins. I had stewed chicken with spinach and mixed veggies. I was expecting the standard frozen carrots, green beans, and corn, and was pleasantly surprised to discover kabocha (japanese pumpkin), lotus roots, and mushrooms! Also ordered a croquette that was very good, but wish i could've tried the cream croquette. They were sold old. Boo

    (4)

  • Jess C.

    Does kimchi and curry taste good? Yup! The complimentary pickled vegetables are great with the curry. Adds a nice crunch and tang to the curry. Also, the salad dressing was amazing. I could barely stuff both the salad and the curry into my belly. Good thing I surfed for a couple hours beforehand! Next time I'd come back for sure for the beef stew, the bulgogi was too fatty for me.

    (4)

  • Lisa S.

    Curry House is my home food when I'm living at the dorm. I love everything about this place: cheap, simple, delicious, and great service. My favorite curry is the chicken cutlet curry with natto!!! For all you natto lovers, this is soooo delightful. Love those stinky, slimy beans with my curry....yummm!! And what makes this dish better is the takuan! It definitely brings that extra kick to the dish. Another curry dish that I enjoy is the creamy corn croquette. I'm not really a "corny" person (haha!) but it was really sweet and tasty! Too bad they don't add more croquette. I went to many Curry House locations, but the one that I enjoy most is the one near UH.

    (5)

  • Ward K.

    Ok I have to admit I was a big fan of this place until I went yesterday and saw how my food was being made. Maybe it is just this location but I highly doubt it. First off they only take cash which in this day and age most places take plastic. On to the part of seeing how they made the food. I was watching them bring out plastic bags of food and throwing them into microwave ovens. If you ever done research how it is bad for you to eat food cooked in a microwave ove then you would know why I'm against it. Sites like this: globalhealingcenter.com/… as well as many others tells why it isn't. After seeing this, I asked one of the workers if they used a microwave oven in making my order and he said no, not mine. So I kept an eye on what food was going in the microwave and where it was being served. My chicken most definitely was heated in the microwave. So having to pay cash for my order, seeing them heat food up in the microwave and being lied to was a big disappointment to me. I do have to admit that their food does taste good and that it is a good deal but I will be staying away unless they change the way they make their food.

    (2)

  • Julie B.

    Not bad. The spicy chicken katsu udon was very tasty, but my pork katsu had a very odd flavor and texture. When we broke into it to see why it was so chewy, it was a very uniform pattern of striated meat that was overcooked and way over-processed. It was also too thick, which was probably why they had to over-fry it in order for it all to be cooked through. That said, if you are looking for a standard Curry House experience, it isn't a bad option, provided that you stick to the chicken. If you really care about the texture of the katsu, you may want to choose another option.

    (3)

  • Shay F.

    Today I got the curry udon with natto. Yes, NATTO! I love it...and it's healthy. I like the newly renovated atmosphere. It seems cleaner. Our waitress didn't know how to take our order though...so this other waitress had to butt in and say that she'll take care of our table. LoL. I also love the cream croquette and fried tofu as toppings too!

    (3)

  • Anthony Z.

    This is one the better locations!! And it was funny enough my teacher was like "CURRY HOUSE!! Its the most otaku place every!!" i was like haha!! its a great place to eat, i usually get shabu beef with spinach, but now i love the fried chicken curry with 400g rice, spicy, and side order chicken katsu which is so awesome!! total was $10 flat!!!

    (5)

  • Lynne H.

    I have to admit that I love consistency in service and food and this place never fails. The workers are pleasant and the service is efficient, plus it doesn't hurt that they have a pitcher of ice cold water at every table for refills. There is also a container of tsukemono/pickles at every table that you can help yourself to. I like this location because it has both booths and counter seats. The booths make it kid friendly and they offer a kids meal....curry with corn, jello, Ritz Bitz, and a Calpico drink. The curry is very mild. Even their spicy curry is mild and the shaker of chili powder will help to spice it up heat wise. They do take out orders, but they don't have take-out menus (at least not the times I've asked for one). At the front they sell the tsukemono/pickles that they have at the table, but somehow pickles that you pay for just don't taste as good as pickles that are free ;) ** as a lot of reviewers mentioned the parking at McCully Shopping Center is pretty bad, and the stalls are tiny. There is also parking underneath the shopping center, but that can get crowded during peak hours.

    (4)

  • Papiloa J.

    Total Fan! Easily The Best 'Quick' Curry House on Oahu! *Service: Super Friendly, Attentive, Quick *Ambience: Diner-Style Seating, Casual *Food: On Point & Always Delish! *Beverages: Basic Sodas, Juices, Some JPN Drinks *Price: CHEAP (yay!) *Parking: Limited and awkward to maneuver around (Mccully Shp Ctr in general) -Parking lot available below though! Good For: Quick Cheap Delicious Japanese Curry With A Friend, The BF, GF, Hubby or Wife. Recommendations: -Order the squid salad to start. Try both of their dressings and find your fave! -Bring Cash - CASH ONLY. American Savings Bank ATM right outside. -If there are two of you, get an udon and a rice dish and share in the yumminess! Papi Says: "CurryHouse Mccully? Yes Please!"

    (4)

  • Tammy T.

    Wow, only now have I realized I have NEVER put up a food picture for this place. Da Nerve of me! Lets get the bad out of the way: - Parking! But it's not their fault. MuCully Shopping center is just a hella small parking area for WAY too many stores. The stalls are small. There is extra parking below the actual mall itself. Entrance is left and under of the mall. -No vegetarian anything...except their salads - Sometimes there's a wait. The awesomeness that is them: - Quick & easy to order food. (Come on, put the menu down you regular curry house eaters. You know you always get the same thing...you just look at it in hope to change your mind.) - Good price for what you get. - The menu has pictures of everything you can order. - I can get my SOS (Sauce On the Side) - Water pitcher at every table. - No need for separate checks.You can just tell the person at the register which one is yours. - The regular portion is 300gm; you can get is smaller (they knock some off the price) or bigger (a dollar for every hundred you go up; I think) - Spicy or mild - Umm.. fact they have a video game out on PS2 called Curry House Coco Ichibanya! Kyo mo genki da! Curry ga umai! *drops mic* I'm out!

    (5)

  • Ryan I.

    I'm a sucker for anything that says new on it and this past Saturday was no exception. I tried the curry with corn cream croquette and cheese because it said new next to it. Overall, I wasn't very impressed. The croquettes seemed to be lacking in flavor and the cheese didn't mesh well with it at all. Next time I will stick to my two regular favorites, curry with chicken katsu and cheese, and a squid salad. The dressings (two types) that they serve with their salads are very tasty. This location also serves udon, which I order when I'm taking a break from rice. Overall 3.5 stars.

    (3)

  • Diana D.

    Best food on the island besides shaved ice =D Me & My BF goes to Hawaii a lot and on the island there isn't much really good food here. Sorry to say Hawaii. But we both can agree that Curry House is always good. We order almost everything on the menu and our favor is Shabu Shabu Beef & Chicken katsu. The sauce is not too heavy or watery, it's just right. The rice is not over cook or under-cook, it's just right as well. The spicy level is just right too. It's not super spicy but not mild. Just in the middle. Which I like and I order the HOT hehee It's my spot to go in Hawaii =D The one at the mall (Ala Moana) is crowed and only has a few seats =\ and it's a few cents more =T for less rice too sigh.

    (5)

  • Steve D.

    5 Stars for a Japanese curry house. I know this a chain restaurant, but it brings back fond memories of my trip to Japan. They always greet you with a smile, and the food is consistent. I go on my lunch break during the week, at least once a month when that Japanese curry craving hits. I tend to get the same waitress every time and by now she already knows me and what I usually want. I have always received fast, and courteous service here. this place is #1.. Coco Ichiban

    (5)

  • John H.

    Almost every curry I have tried is so ONO! The pickles are just icing on the cake. If you ever move away from Hawaii, you will miss Curry House!

    (4)

  • Vincent Q.

    **** Kalbi with Cheese- I was in the mood to have something weird and different. Personally, curry is one of the dishes I prepare regularly and it was my guest's desire to eat here. It's weird, but I always feel tired after eating at the Curry House. Haha. The flavor of the kalbi was good, but not overpowering, as the curry is still the strongest. I find the cheese to blend with the flavor of the curry very easily, so I have always ordered cheese with some other item on the menu just to see how it turns out. *** Oyster Fry, Top Shell Clam, and Spinach- her order kind of grossed me out and surprised me. The oyster fry wasn't that bad, but oyster has a peculiar flavor, which I generally like by itself; oyster is like a wine of seafood for me. The Clam was a little chewy, but she enjoyed it. Spinach didn't do too many exciting things for me. Atmosphere A mixture of high-paced, like fast-food, and casual dining. They recently remodeled the place, but I didn't eat there before, I'd always get take-out--the one time I went. The cooking of curry, with the scents and the oil always makes me feel a little greasy and smelly after, but I didn't get as much of that feel here, which was a relief. Service Not too nice, not too mean. They were always visible and easy to find, even though they were busy with other customers or getting orders. Amenities There are condiments on the table, which I actually enjoy. The random sauces are always there, but my main joy is the pickled jar. I always throw that in with the last of my rice, and crunch-crunch-crunch on it. Conclusion My experience wasn't bad at all, and the place was packed, which says a lot. I don't come often, since I do cook my own whenever I have a need, but for people who don't cook and want some curry, this is a good place to fill your craving--the endless selection and combination is crucial to its success. I just hope you can find a combination that works!

    (4)

  • Reviewer X.

    The price is reasonable for some good curry. I usually add extra spinach to my dish. Food comes out fast..service is simple. Would 5 stars it if they make their curry spicier. But overall a very nice quick meal.

    (4)

  • Kate V.

    I've realized that eating Japanese style curry is basically like eating gravy and something else, and someone has asked you, "Hey, want some of that other stuff with your gravy?" ie, you're basically swallowing a gluttonous amount of liquid salt and calling it a meal. Fortunately, Curry House gives you endless options with "that other stuff," hence actually turning out to be a pretty balanced meal... minus vegetables, but I guess that's ok, since the Japanese eat super healthy otherwise. Oh, and even if you get a meatless meal, the menus warn, "There are no vegetarian curries!" So wait... what the hell is the curry sauce made of anyway??? Wait... I don't care. There really isn't much of a difference between the 4 locations I know of Curry House (McCully, Ala Moana, Puck's Alley and Pearl Kai). But I like this one because there's always parking, and afterwards, I can mosey on over next door and get Coffee or Tea? ( yelp.com/biz/coffee-or-t… ) Hehe.

    (5)

  • Chad Y.

    Oh Curry House....You offer good food, good prices, and you are open late. What is not to like about that! You showcase what is good about local food (even though you are necessarily not local) and what makes local people come back for! If you have a craving for curry this is THE PLACE to go. They offer a fantastic selection and at great prices. If you want vegetarian options, they got vegetarian options. If you want beef shabu shabu with chicken katsu! They got that too! What is not to like? Service is quick and efficient, so this isn't the place to go to dilly dally. Nor is it a place to go if you want to chit chat for a long time. Still yet a great place for food! Oh note...bring cash since they are CASH ONLY!

    (4)

  • Richard C.

    This Curry House is far better then the others and one of the best curry place i have been to!!!!! They have a wide variety of curry dishes. Me: Kimchi & Pork Cutlet Curry Brother: Mabo Tofu Curry Friend: Gyoza & Fried Chicken Curry They had GINORMOUS portions and I left really full. They have a pitcher of water on the table so the waiter doesn't have to serve it. My kimchi pork cutlet curry was really spicy cause my curry was spicy and I had kimchi as well. It tasted delicious yet kind of funny because of the kimchi mixed with curry. But the meal was absolutely amazing!!! I feel like going today!!! :)

    (5)

  • Candy W.

    I haven't been to this resturant in 11 years. So I excitedly decided to come here with my family after a long day. I was greeted with people who look like they dropped out of college and had no where going for them in life. The service was HORRIBLE. I had this one girl serve us and she was very rude. I asked her for the check and she was so rude about it. How was I suppose to know that I had to take the check up to the register. At least be nice about it. She ruined my eating experience here. NEVER coming back. I wanted to say something to the manager, but I was in a rush. THEY SHOULD FIRE HER!! also, when my sister and I were going up to pay at the register, she was passing by and bumped into us and didn't even say excuse me or sorry. NO TIP! next time I suggest you smile and be nice. My sister wanted to slap her for the attitude she gave us. Minus 3 stars for her! But don't get me wrong. The older lady at the cash register. She was very nice. The food. It's very plain. It's like instant curry, nothing special. Something you can eat when you're starving late at night. it's cheap and enough to fill you up! if you're not that hungry, I suggest you share! BTW! CASH ONLY!!

    (2)

  • Adam L.

    I had flown into Honolulu at 9pm, and after checking into my hotel was hungry for a good meal. Per tradition, the first thing i did was check out the yelp reviews. What looked almost like a diner/fast food place, turned out to be something totally different. They were out of the chicken cutlet and beef which was disappointing as they were the hot item on yelp. So i decided to go with the Shabu Shabu beef, which is essentially shredded beef. Their curry sauce was absolutely delicious. I ordered it spicy, but it wasn't "curry spicy", which usually is almost unbearable. It only took about 15 seconds (no joke) to get my food. The bill was under $10 and it is really one of those places i could visit 2-3 times a week. If only i lived here.....

    (4)

  • Tina L.

    Wow thanks a lot curry house for making the saltiest and most foul tasting curry known to the human palette!!! I dont know whether or not its because this place cuts corners because of its heavy traffic but that doesn't mean the food should be of less importance!! Not only that I got really really sick from eating their overly salted curry! I had extreme stomach pain and bloating very akin to food poisoning. I was reading one of the comments below and saw that one of the customers said that this place MICROWAVES their food?! Are you kidding me? Why the heck would I go and buy food thats supposed to be freshly made thats just some garabage that just keeps getting reheated over and over again like a nasty science experiment?!!! Oh by the way I got thr stewed chicken curry with kimchi and boy unless you want an early death dont get this awful monstrosity. The University curry house is waaaaaayyyyy better and tastes fresh. Avoid!!!!

    (1)

  • Racquel S.

    I love the simple things in life. I find this place to be the only place that I will get my curry from. I know it may not be the best to some people but I just can't get enough of it. Sometimes you don't need to lavish me with some fancy smacy food, just some chicken cutlet, rice and curry! This place has to be my favorite place to get my curry because the staff are always so friendly and although it gets really busy they have a large bar area to get you seated quicker. I usually order the chicken cutlet mild curry with some cheese on it! :) OMG if you haven't tried it with cheese you are missing out! I love how they have those takeout containers that separate the curry and the rice so your rice doesn't get soggy. The pickled veggies are awesome too.. my bf especially loves them, he always ask for extra and they are happy to give you more! Taking a slurp of that curry just soothes my soul and and that hot warm rice.. oh its magical! Just makes your tastebuds so happy! I love eating my curry with those huge spoons too :) I don't think I could eat it any other way now. Thank the heavens that they accept credit cards now because my bf and I would always have to take turns running into 7-11 and getting cash. Not anymore we can just enjoy our food and enjoy the smell that lingers throughout the restaurant. #Yelp 365 Challenge: 010/365

    (5)

  • Jason S.

    The food is good, I usually get the Chicken Cutlet or the Tako Balls and you usually get a good portion, especially for the price. But the reason for 3 stars is because parking here is DREADFUL. Good luck finding parking and when you do, please try to not scratch the car that's literally a foot from your door when you open it. Another plus is that it's open late-ish!

    (3)

  • Jason L.

    It sucks that they don't have the challenge anymore. But it's still good. This may sound disgusting but I like to get spinach and cheese as toppings. Don't knock the cheese until you've tried it. My friend likes to get natto.

    (4)

  • Ming-Jou C.

    I have no idea what the hype is over Coco Ichiban Curry House. I really had a craving for something different and since I love love love our Curry House in So Cal, I thought trying a different kind of curry would be fun. This place was no fun. We had to wait a little bit, no big deal, and when we were seated, placed before us was a menu of many unappetizing pictures of curry with cutlet and with a random assortment of toppings. Like cheese. Weird. Anyway, the pictures of the curry were not really appetizing, and when the curry actually came out, I realized it was just a realistic depiction of the baby-poo colored curry. Now granted, I wasn't that hungry, so I just got their salad, which had like 6 kernels of corn on it, but I did try DP's chicken cutlet curry and the cutlet was good, but the curry sauce was whatever. It was about $7. Glad I tried it out, but will probably never go back when I have the real Curry House here in the South Bay. I know so many other people on Yelp here like it (which is what really pushed me to go after having seen it in the McCully Center so many times), but I just can't agree with my fellow Yelpers on this one. Sorry!

    (2)

  • Connie C.

    This is definitely by far one of the tastier curry houses I've been to. My fiance and I found it through yelp and decided to try it out after a morning of snorkeling. I had the mapo curry with a side of fried chicken. The curry was very tasty--plenty of food for a regular order, I wish I had saw the "smaller portion of rice" earlier. I was beyond stuffed and wasn't even close to finishing my plate. The fried chicken was a bit disappointing-- it was lightly fried and not hot enough for my liking. My fiance had their kalbi and spinach curry. He devoured it like no other. He loves curry and thinks it was one of the best curry plates he's had. I tried his food and the curry spices were definitely stronger than the mapo curry. Either way, good food- decently priced. But do know they are cash only.

    (4)

  • Chris M.

    Really, how can you not like/love Curry House??! + Yummy curry!! + Quick service + Large portion sizes + Lots of toppings or sides to choose from + Fukujin zuke, spicy powder, & water pitcher on your table + CHEAP eats at its best! Plus, this location is open late (11 pm most days)...just be patient with the parking. Om nom nom nommmm!

    (5)

  • Tina T.

    Great place for consistent, fast, and yummy Japanese curry. For 2 person it was under $20 that included 2 curries and a salad. The only downside, just be prepared to get out of the restaurant smelling like grease from all the friend katsu in the open kitchen.

    (4)

  • Edmund G.

    Place was pretty busy. However the wait was not too long. Food came out fast and best place to get your curry fix. They have various choices on the menu and the food is enough to fill you up. Only bad thing is you need to bring cash. They don't take credit cards.

    (4)

  • Jorge H.

    I recently had a bone marrow transplant and have to be extremely careful when eating at any kind of restaurant. My son had been to Curry House and recommended it for lunch. Parking was REALLY tough. So, we parked out on a side street and walked to the restaurant. When we entered we were heartily greeted and chose to sit at the counter. The kitchen is WIDE OPEN for all to see. I liked that. Then the silverware, when it arrived, all the utensils had special sanitary covers on them. Finally, when the curry is poured on to your plate, it comes PIPING HOT right off the stove, right in front of you. So, I couldn't have been happier with the cleanliness and open kitchen. The staff, from the hostess, to the cooks behind the counter, were very clean, well groomed and all in uniform. Our hostess was very accommodating. Now, how did it taste?, you might be asking. Soooooo ono !!! ADDICTING to put it mildly. I had the chicken cutlet with the regular curry sauce (not too spicy in my opinion). VERY generous portions of rice and curry sauce. Decent portion of chicken. Oh sooooo good. I wanted to go back the next day again for lunch. I'm now officially in love with this place.

    (5)

  • Amber M.

    I love this place! the food is delicious and consistant. I treated my co-worker to lunch there because i lost a bet and he was not about to turn down curry house.

    (5)

  • Rodelynn C.

    Actually, I would give Curry House 3 1/2 stars, but I don't have that option. I ate here yesterday for lunch and I have Curry House quite often, so it's safe to say I am a fan. I always get the same thing, small beef curry with spinach and cheese on the side. Sometime they don't give me enough curry and sometimes they flood my plate, so I guess you could say it's a hit or miss, thus my rating. Nevertheless, their curry it's great and I will keep coming back as long as they're open.

    (3)

  • Sterling E.

    I'd give it 4 stars if they had the food i wanted the last 4 times i've tried to order for take out. Food is amazing! especially the chicken cutlet with cheese. unfortunately , the last 4 times i've tried to order on the phone , the lady said they were out of curry. Best advice is try to order it as early as you can because they run out of it really fast! I've tried to order it 1 to 2 hours before they close because i try to avoid the parking lot over there but no bueno.

    (3)

  • Prisca H.

    Drat! My brother's right. Coco Ichibanya does have much better tasting curry than all the other curry houses; it's probably the crack they add to it cause I can't get enough!

    (4)

  • Stephanie L.

    SO GOOD! even tho this place is a chain, its one of the best places for curry. just the number of possible toppings alone is a great reason to go here. my usual order: spicy curry with shabu beef, fried shrimp, sausage, topped with cheese and a croquette on the side. my husband always gets the spicy curry with mapo tofu, gyoza, and fried chicken. never been disappointed by this place and its a monster sized portion. so if you cant finish it, its still good the next day! the only complaint that i have is that i wish thier spicy curry was spicier, doesnt taste much different than regular to me.

    (4)

  • Chris O.

    It would seem fitting that my first review be on my favorite restaurant. I have been a happy, and full, customer of CoCo Ichiban Curry House for the last 7 years. I think we can all agree that things have changed (at least from an economical standpoint) from 2002-2009, and as a result, I have witnessed Curry House's portions dwindle and their prices increase. With all the background story out of the way, my curry of choice is the Chicken Cutlet with cheese. There has not been a single time in the last 7 years where I was not 100% satisfied upon eating this dish. The staff at the McCully location is quick, and you will get your order in a timely fashion. There has NEVER been, nor have I noticed, a time where I had to send my curry back. However, the McCully parking lot does get crowded during lunch hour, and you may find yourself stalking for a parking stall.

    (5)

  • Samuel C.

    We are pretty regular customers here at Curry House. We went in tonight and ordered corn salad and shared an upsized chicken cutlet with cheese and added beef which is our favorite meal. The food always comes out fast and the salads are always cold and crisp with their flavorful original dressings. I have to say the food here is consistent every time we come here which is the reason for the four stars. Great curry and great prices. Although the server was not knowledgeable in their drinks great service is not really needed and expected here since there is a full pitcher of water and all the condiments on the table. All in all a simple place with consistently good food!! ----"There is no love sincerer than the love of food"----

    (4)

  • Vi Y.

    I can't figure what the hype is all about. True, you could get all kinds of curry there. But it was just different meats w/ the same curry poured on top. We actually thought it tasted a bit like Alpo dog food. I can't remember what I ordered, but it was recommended by the waitress. I also got a side of mapo tofu. Everything turned into a mushy mess. This was the first "curry house" I ever went to. I know for sure I won't be returning to this location. I'll give curry houses another try, but really, it wasn't all that great.

    (1)

  • Zhen L.

    It is no surprise why this Curry House receives so many positive reviews. I don't know if there isn't anything that hasn't been said already. This place is great for curry, and I've been eating at this location from time to time ever since high school! I tend to be adventurous every now and then. I love how Curry House allows you to customize everything that goes into your curry dish. Portion of the rice, level of spicy, your main entree, and any add-ons you want. My usual is either the fish fry w/cheese & spinach or the chicken cutlet w/cheese. Don't ask why, but I enjoy my curry with cheese and lots of add-ons! I recommend upping the size of your rice, and adding on mushrooms and spinach (Personal favorite) if you're feeling extra hungry! Overall, 5-stars. Service is quick, the decor is simple and relaxing, and the food is great! I recommend this place for any meal of the day. If you're in a rush, or you just want to eat and chill-out with some friends, Curry House is the place to go.

    (5)

  • Dan C.

    This is the house of the evil magic brown sauce. Seriously good brown sauce that even now being thousands of miles away makes me crave it. In fact, I kind of liken this place to the Bubba Gump of Japanese curry brown sauce. You know when Bubba lists all the ways you can eat shrimp....well, insert "Coco Ichiban Curry House" brown sauce and you get the same effect. Want shrimp on it? Sure they do that! Want mushrooms? Yep. Tofu? uh huh...peas and carrots, beans, meat, grilled, over rice, noodles, with cheese...yeah, you get the picture. It might sound crazy...but I think they use crack in their sauce. Go there...eat it and see for yourself. You'll soon know what it feels like to be addicted. I hate you Coco Ichiban. Yes, I do. One thing: parking is a pain in the McCully Shopping Center...so walk there or hitch a ride. Else, try the underground parking garage! And don't bring plastic....they only accept cash.

    (5)

  • Amy G.

    The curry here is amazing. I usually order the spinach or mushroom curry. Not somewhere you would want to eat often, I am sure sodium is through the roof. Complimentary vegetable pickles are really good, meal is not complete without them. Always really fast, service is always friendly. Fun experience.

    (4)

  • The Fuzzies S.

    I'm one for healthy food. Therefore, this was not the place for me. Curry - salty, non spicy. Even if you look at their retail of sauces near the checkstand, you will see the thick layer of fat that made its way to the top of the bottle. Everything is fried, which takes away from the sole, freshness of the food. Why people go here? -Because the salt and grease mixed with convenience (it being on almost every corner of Honolulu) If you are used to eating healthy, and take a gander on this place's food, beware my friends, because shard-city here we come! Worst of it all, there were no bathrooms. So, right after I paid, I had to run 4 blocks back to my place to unload the $10 worth of food. boo

    (1)

  • Gspot H.

    Stewed chicken, stewed shrimp with spinach.

    (4)

  • Rainy D.

    Going there last night, I was so pleased. So I ordered spinach and mixed mushrooms on my curry. IT WAS DELICIOUS! The ingredients are so fresh! Spicy isn't crazy spicy, like how other curries may be, and that means even a mild-eating person like me can eat it. There's such a huge variety for meat-lovers and vegetarians. Kids can enjoy, too. And is it just me, or is the service faster? Well, whatever, I'll be going back anyway!!! 5 stars, all the way.

    (5)

  • Johnee T.

    drunk. hungry. zero patience. fried chicken and kalbi curry. so effing bomb. super happy. time for bed.

    (5)

  • J W.

    My favorite place for curry cheap yummy fast in and out.... Try the kalbi friend chicken with cheese all over!!!!

    (5)

  • H. K.

    If you're interested in quick and easy curry, then this is the place. It's not the greatest quality and their version of spicy to me is mild.

    (3)

  • Brian K.

    I have been to a lot of curry houses... but this one ranks among the best of them. Simply put, this experience was only a few weeks ago but every so often, my gf still txts me a picture and says... can we go back? And my stomach starts growling again. Some of my island friends recommended this place to us to try, and I'm sure glad we didn't miss it. I've always loved Chicken Katsu but having it with cheese? Frickin genius. It was like some Japanese chili - over rice... omannnnnnn. I've frequented Curry house in LA and San Diego (before they closed but then again, never thought it was that great in SD) --- and never saw that option! My gf took it a step further and added Kimchi AND Cheese to Chicken Katsu. HOLD YOUR HORSES!!!! That was even better! Really, this place is simple. Pile on the curry, add some crispy katsu, add some extra rice. But it truly caters to just good comfort food. Definitely a great spot.

    (5)

  • Jessica R.

    I love this little place so much. I have been coming here longer than any restaurant I've ever been to. This is my favorite place for Japanese style curry. This curry is to die for. It's sweet, and tasty, and full of some kind of magical substance that dances on your taste buds and makes you want more. It's so good, when my sister visits from the mainland, this is the first stop we make, no matter how long the flight or how tired she is. And there's no replicating this awesome curry. I have tried. Oh yes. I have bought every Japanese curry mix on the planet, I have added and subtracted ingredients like there's no tomorrow, but nothing, nothing compares to you... Curry House! Ok, and now to more serious business: All of the curry here is good. Even the weird black inky stuff (gotta try it at least once) is tasty. I really like the Kim Chee Beef curry, the Spinach and Eggplant curry, or the Veggie Croquet curry. My husband is a fan of the Cheese and Chicken Katsu. They serve water (you can refill yourself with the jug of water that is on the table), soda, and fruity drinks. There's also pickled veggies on the side of each table, and some spices. You can also buy their salad dressing, and spices, and they used to have tshirts and hats and stuff for sale. Cash only, but there's a couple of cash machines in the area... an American Savings Bank outside, maybe a hundred feet to the left of the Curry House, and I think it's a Bank of Hawaii or something, cash machine inside the 711 on the right of the Curry House. Parking is atrocious, even when it's not busy because the shopping center is usually really packed at all hours. We tend to get takeout all the time, so we don't have to contend with parking, but eating in is nice, because then you get to smell the tasty curry the entire time!!!

    (5)

  • Ana T.

    Best Curry Ever. Try it & love it.

    (5)

  • Gary F.

    CLEAN, clean, clean. This place looks brand new. I love how clean the place. The tables, floors, kitchen. Makes the experience that much better. I gave it 5 stars just because they keep it clean! The food is made fresh to order. Well at least the fried foods. So no soggy chicken. Big G Cash only!!

    (5)

  • Doris D.

    Tasty, cheap, filling. Pickles!

    (4)

  • Andy L.

    I could eat here once a week. I just love the chicken katsu curry with cheese. I always think I will try something new, but each time it never fails. It would be like adultery not to get the same thing since I love it so much. Now I must say if you've had the original CoCo in Japan, this won't exactly add up. In Japan, you can order the level of spiciness from 1 to 10. I eat pretty spicy foods, and "spicy" here is never spicy. The rice for some reason is also different tasting. You could eat the rice alone in Japan and be satisfied. No offense to those in LA, but I've had my share of curry in Little Tokyo and on Sawtelle. Sorry, but those just don't add up. All in all, the best tasting curry in Hawaii, so go get some.

    (5)

  • James M.

    It. Was. Incredible. Was looking for some Japanese food, and this place was my choice directly because of Yelp. I had 2 chicken curries. One was with a vegetable croquette. One was more of a katsu style, and the other was more stewy. I don't know the technical terms, but they were both incredibly good. The missus also had some natto, which makes me want to hurl, but which she fiends for when she can get it, and she loved it. She was humming with happiness over the curries as well, and I trust her opinion on all things Japanese. It's kind of a hole in the wall joint, but it was so worth the walk. I had much more expensive meals here, but this one was by far the most satisfying.

    (5)

  • Kevin N.

    Greeted and immediately seated as we walked in. Ordered the chicken cutlet, it came surprisingly fast. This place is fantastic and cheap. I look forward to coming here again!

    (5)

  • Diana N.

    I wish there was a curry house here in vegas!! I would go there everyday!! Everytime I go there I always get the corn salad with the creamy dressing and curry udon with cheeeeese! Katsu, stewed chicken, kalbi are also amazing!! please bring one to vegas please please!!!

    (5)

  • Jhoren C.

    Believe it or not, this is the place where I first had my Curry experience ( I am a picky eater, slowly but surely letting my tastebuds explore) I must say it was pretty darn good. Ordered the chicken cutlet with cheese, at first I thought that combination was weird...curry with cheese? but my friend recommended it to me and I was pleased. Looooove adding their extra crunchy pickles that they give on the side, I could literally snack on the entire bag that they sell.

    (4)

  • Phil F.

    I frequent both the aiea curry house and this particular one along kapiolani. In my opinion, this location is the better choice of the two. The reason why i say this is because it has a better dine in setting. The place is kept somewhat darker than the aiea location which makes it much cooler. Theres not much to say about this place that hasn't been said already. The prices are cheap, portions are generous, and the food is good. Side orders especially since they're so cheap. Nice place to eat when you're on a budget and hungry.

    (4)

  • Lynnette H.

    Take-out Review: So I'm sitting on my 12 hour dayshift thinking how glad I am to be eating my takeout curry. Surely a fried cutlet isn't as crispy after it's refridgerated overnight and microwaved the next day. Maybe my standards are not what they should be after years of eating leftovers at work but from my point of view this takeout is a lifesaver if I didn't cook the day before. They stay open til 11pm (11:30 on Fri/Sat). Package has sections to keep the rice/cutlet, curry, and pickles separate. Downside is you might get a little less curry sauce than if you sat down. Not for sure, but it seems that way. It's not really a problems since I find all components to be proportionate with my normal rice portion. One other minor downside is the cheese doesn't incorporate as nicely as when you eat it fresh. It's usually melted on the cutlet. All in all, I'm always happy with my choice to get some late night takeout at CoCo's for work the next day!

    (4)

  • Larah G.

    When I saw this place as I was walking down the street, I thought I was hallucinating. I eagerly ran into this piece as a child runs to its long lost mother. And you know what? It's everything I remember from the Coco House in lil rural Iwakuni, Japan! It is indeed the real deal, and it is very delicious! Can you guys please open one up in San Diego? PLEASE!?!? Or at least let me do it for you... Oh, and those lil pickle things are delightful! I love love love how they compliment the flavor of the curry! And you still have that crazy contest where if you eat an isht load of curry you eat for free and get your picture on the wall! Oh my freaking gawd, I love you guys!!

    (5)

  • Nick Y.

    I love the fact that when you order curry udon, you get a bowl of rice as well. I like to mow through all the noodles and half of the toppings, and then dump the rice into the bowl with the remaining goods. Basically, I eat two meals in one sitting, and then groan contentedly for the rest of the night. Apparently there are a lot of toppings from which to choose, but it's all about Chicken Katsu, Gyoza, and Kimchi for me.

    (5)

  • Sergei N.

    The squid ink curry got me in through the door. I can gt curry at any god damn Japanese place in So Cal. but not squid ink curry. I'm still shocked by the quality of the rice. Im white. i dont know quality rice. This was different rice. Wtf are you guys doing to me. This is ridiculous. Points off for green tea. I want hot green tea. Hot. You don't have any. Why. You get a big cauldron. F-ing get some hot green tea. I was on hardcore hot greentea withdrawl. Out of the bottle isn't the same. NO IT ISN'T. The rice. Seriously its fresh. I couldn't pay a sweatshop worked enough to make it this fresh. Good curry, good atmosphere, good experience. get some f-ing HOT green tea please.

    (4)

  • Belinda C.

    My bf loves Japanese curry, so on our trip to Oahu, he put Curry House on his list of places to try after reading all the positive reviews. We walked here from our hotel in Waikiki, which was a pleasant 20-25 min walk. The place is clean, and there are both tables and seats at the counter. We took the last table left, and I had the clam and spinach curry while my bf ordered a fish and spinach curry. His curry also had cheese, which I thought was weird, but when his dish came, it was just a light sprinkle of cheese, barely discernible. The curry sauce was delicious. I liked his fish fry better than my clams, but both dishes were good and cheap! less than $10 each. There's something about hot curry and rice that's very comforting. Staff was attentive and friendly. Thanks Yelpers for leading us here!

    (4)

  • Jerrel C.

    Curry House....hmmmmm i like to eat here if you need that curry fix...nothing special its just curry, mild or spicy.... food is great, like i said nothing special but the curry is great. Wait help is prompt and the place is neat and clean. for me its like going to subway to get a sandwich, instead of McDonalds....this is the other alternate.

    (3)

  • Hesperian C.

    after eating at this location countless times, decided might as well leave feedback for this spot. service is alright, you walk in, they tell you where to sit, you order. tastes the same as the other curry house locations in the area. i usually get it spicy with shabu shabu beef and throw some gyoza in it. hits the spot when youre hella hungry.

    (4)

  • Liz T.

    I don't enjoy Japanese curry, chicken katsu, or cheddar cheese separately, but when this place puts them together--over a bed of white rice--everything feels right in the world during the 20 minutes it takes me to clean my plate. Everything comes with 300 grams of rice by default, but you can ask for 200 grams ($0.50 less) or 400 grams ($0.50 more). I like lots of meat and little starch, so I get 200 grams of it. The mystery pickled vegetables at the table is a MUST with whatever curry you choose. If you can't make up your mind about the menu, just order the Chicken Cutlet with Cheese. You won't regret it--not for $6.25 anyway.

    (5)

  • A. L.

    Such good curry! They have a lot of different types of curry too depending on what you like. Parking is a bit cramped, but you can always find people coming and going. For the service, well, I don't come here for the service, I come here for the food. Still, the workers are polite, they serve the food, and you eat! It's considered cheap for Honolulu too. I went here a few times during my 1 week trip to Hawaii.

    (5)

  • Jocelyn L.

    OOOoOOOOo I love this place; cheap, affordable and fast- and So very yummy. My fave is the Katsu Chicken Curry + Cheese. SOmetimes i get the croquettes too. Oh, i miss it!

    (4)

  • Rahn H.

    Oh my word! I can't believe I've never reviewed this place yet!!!!! So I probably eat at curry house at least 2 times a month!!! I actually brought a friend here and could believe he's lived in hawaii his whole life but never went to curry house!!! What rock had he been living under??? Anyways... My favorite here is the curry with the chicken cutlet and kimchee on the side! Why I love curry house so much? It's very reasonable on your pocket book! Also they have such a wonderful selection of curry dishes and lots of yummy sides. When my fiancé and I dine here we alway try to mix it up! With us both working in the food and beverage industry we always eat out but enjoy a hearty reasonable meal!!!! ^___^ I personally like my curry mild but every so often ill eat it hot. Haven't tried the udon yet or salads... Cause I'm pretty content with my dish! Only reason I docked off a star would be for park -___-... It totally blows!

    (4)

  • Ernest T.

    I really like this place. It is such a good deal for the amount of food you get, and the taste is awesome. You have to like curry is you come here, and rice. If you don't like curry don't come here, obviously. But the variety of things you can get here is crazy. You can keep adding things to your curry like fried oyster or Pork katsu. You can literally customize your plate. This place is conveniently located in Pucks Alley and has a huge parking lot. Its near the UH Manoa university and other good and diverse food areas. Service is quick, but place can get crowded, but it is still a great place for friends to come and eat and share. You will be stuffed. Just allow some time to get seat.

    (5)

  • Derek K.

    Curry House is one of those default "when-you-don't-know-what-to-eat" places. Taste is good, they give a lot and the price is right. Plus, those pickle things are amazing! Chicken cutlet, gyoza w/ cheezzzzzzzzzzzz is my default order.

    (4)

  • Byoung Kyu S.

    This will be a simple and easy review. Great tasting food at very low prices. Selection is great and the staff is very attentive. They even have magazines available if you are dining alone. The only negative is that they could work on cleanliness but it's not horribly dirty.

    (4)

  • Michele C.

    If u don't love curry u won't love it! I on the other hand am a due hard curry fan! It's simple and easy what type of foods u like? Pick a sauce and how much rice! My personal fave is the ma po tofu with mushrooms! Oh yeah Tia I hope u see this! I can't respond to u cuz u accidentally blocked me! :( I'm sure it was an accident! Lol

    (5)

  • Jessica P.

    delicioussssssssssssssssss chicken katsu curry with cheese... that is all

    (5)

  • Maria S.

    Curry udon - yummy as always! ^_^

    (5)

  • Joey L.

    Stewed Shrimps for the price of $6.50 is awesome! I love this place!

    (5)

  • Keith H.

    Japanese curry is one of my favorite foods. I loved it as a kid and still do as an adult. So when Curry House first came to Hawaii, I rejoiced. It's a far cry from the light yellow, tasteless stuff plate lunch places call "curry stew." This is the REAL deal, like mom used to make. (Or, since my mom is still alive, still makes.) I stopped by yesterday for dinner, having a chicken katsu curry with their green salad on the side. You do have a choice of spiciness, either mild or regular spicy. I go with the spicy one for full flavor. It came out on a healthy amount of rice, and just enough sauce to cover the rice. How they manage to do that, I don't know. The green salad...well, it was iceberg lettuce with corn on top, with a choice of either sesame dressing or their house vinaigrette. But I figured I'd need something to at least partially balance out the deep fried chicken katsu. (Sure, it's not the healthiest for your waistline, but this is comfort food after all.) As for the service, they take your order, deliver your food, and give you your check...don't really expect too much else. There's a water pitcher on the table so refills are self-service. (If you're sensitive to spicy stuff, that's a good thing.) And don't forget that they're cash only. Overall: Good for a fast, satisfying meal that pleases the palate and is easy on the wallet.

    (4)

  • Melanie A.

    Love, Love, Love this place. My comfort food . . . I literally run here after a bad day and this place never lets me down (well maybe twice when they were out of chicken katsu but I come here a lot so it happens). Quick, consistent and friendly service. Who could ask for more?

    (5)

  • Brian A.

    One of the other Coco Curry Houses we frequent due to the relative proximity to our house. It's fast, easy, and inexpensive. One of the best parts is that you can even vary the amount of rice you get with your meal and they will adjust the price accordingly. At least when you dine in you don't have to deal with the spork. Glad that one of these is close because I love their curry on chicken katsu. Add in the pickles and winnah, winnah, chicken dinnah! We walk over, so we don't have to deal with the insane parking lot that is McCully's. I'd suggest you do the same if you can.

    (4)

  • Will S.

    I've eaten here twice in the past week, both times satisfied with the quality and quantity of the food as well as service. Friends recommended getting the Chicken Cutlet and the Pork Cutlet with Kimchi and both were delicious. I ordered take out both times and upon returning to my hotel room was surprised to find the fried food maintained it's consistency and did not turn to mush. Prices were very fair as well :) As others have mentioned -- parking is a pain.

    (4)

  • Acachia S.

    My favorite CoCo Ichibanya by far. Extremely consistent. I've ventured to other locations before... University is pretty good, Ala Moana is just okay, and they don't offer curry udon. I miss the days long gone when CoCo first came to Hawaii, the Pearl Kai location was open until 2 or 3 am! Food: Absolutely delicious! My usual order is shabu-shabu beef curry udon with cheese and no nori. The curry udon comes topped with shredded nori, and I love nori as much as any other Japanese person, but I just don't care for it on my curry... the texture does not flow for me. The udon noodles are cooked just right, firm, thick and not mushy at all. Their udon noodles are so good, in fact, I haven't had curry with rice here for nearly 6 months (!!), but their rice is always cooked to perfection, soft, moist and flavorful, and you can order in a variety of sizes to suit your appetite. You can even order a $0.50 side rice with your udon, if you please. Chicken cutlet is a favorite, pork cutlet is also great, the on-again-off-again corn cream croquette is yummy. I did not care for their spinach, however. It was put in my order by accident once (which was odd because while we were waiting for our order we were discussing possibly ordering spinach next time, then voila!) but the spinach was not rinsed properly so there was a highly unpleasant gritty, dry dust texture in my mouth. It drives me nuts when restaurants don't wash spinach! The fried mahimahi is also lackluster, it was overly fishy, which is a no-no. Either stored too long in the freezer or just wasn't fresh. Their gyoza is decent, not oh-my-god-I-want-to-order-more-right-now, but good enough when you're craving it. Service: We've gone so often around the same time that one of the waitresses started asking us if we were having our usual! Gotta love that personal attention. No complaints with any of the other staff, though the last time we went there was a younger newbie fellow who was very friendly but a little too chatty, though I'm sure he'll learn the ropes soon enough. Atmosphere: Casual and clean, though you and your clothes will smell like curry after eating here. No way to avoid it since the kitchen is open to the restaurant. I forgot about this one time after a job interview because I had such a strong craving for curry, and had to have my suit dry-cleaned afterwards, haha. I won't lie, sometimes our clothes smelling like curry made us hungry for Curry House again later on! Value: Pretty average pricing, two people can eat here for around $20, though I hate that they charge me $1.15 for an amount of cheese that costs probably no more than $0.50 wholesale. I hate it, but it doesn't stop me from ordering it only because I'm conditioned to having my order with cheese after ordering it this way for years, which slightly annoys me since I think that's what they're betting on. Makes for a funny running joke about smuggling in our own cheese and having the last laugh. CASH ONLY. Remember that. There's an ATM in 7-11 next door or one next to Coffee or Tea? down the hall. Location: McCully Shopping Center, a.k.a., Tight Busy Parking Lot From Hell. Why didn't you just paint larger parking stalls into your lot when you repainted it? Sigh. No worries if you're walking over or biking, though. If you're driving, you may want to try to come here before 5pm, or after 8pm to avoid the crazy parking lot traffic jams. At its worst, you can wait over 15 minutes for parking. Overall: You really can't go wrong at this location. There's a curry topping to fit every flavor and craving, and their curry sauce always tastes exactly the same, which makes Curry House a go-to for Japanese comfort food. It really is Number One!

    (4)

  • Crystal X.

    Another wonderful franchise in Hawaii. CURRY CURRY CURRY ALL I SEE IS CURRY and its damn tasty. curry soup? got it! curry udon noodles? got it? how about this curry katsu chicken and gyoza-- oh got it! The curry sauce is nice and light with a hint of sweetness although there are three different level of spice. Almost anything you can think of can be graced with the delightful sauce of curry from Curry House.

    (4)

  • Elena H.

    This is one of the very few restaurants that we like at Honolulu. The price was very reasonable and their curry items were great. We would certainly come back again.

    (4)

  • Sheryl G.

    what: a restaurant that serves nothing but japanese-style curry! don't be fooled, the menu consists of a large variety of different choices accompanied by their special curry! something good: this is one of my favorite places for curry, its sooo delicious! quick service and a very affordable price :) something not so good: the parking is somewhat of a hassle, but it's because there are many great places in mccully shopping center. something to try: gyoza curry with cheese & creamy corn croquette curry with cheese

    (4)

  • Cris H.

    LOVE THIS PLACE! LOVE THIS PLACE! LOVE THIS PLACE! Seriously, this has been the first stop I make after I arrive on Oahu for years. I have to have my chicken katsu with cheese on top. Yes it may seem like a strange combination but it is so damn good! Add those pickles that are on the table and I am in heaven!!! The curry is soo flavorful. I've eaten Japanese curry in SF and LA and Coco Ichiban is in a whole league of their own! This is what Japanese curry should taste like. I like this location compared to the ala moana one. There have been several incidents where I've gone to ala moana and they've sold out of my chicken katsu! Also it's just less hectic. Just a warning though....sometimes (ok, I lie- most of the time) parking is challenging at this location but worth it!

    (5)

  • Anny Y.

    So, I was craving curry because the curry house in California is so freakishly delicious. I will try not to give Coco Ichiban an unfair negative review only by comparing it to the Curry House in California. First off, the service here was OK. The staff are courteous when you enter the restaurant and while you're ordering. However, if you're sitting at the bar top, they are too busy chatting away (loudly) in their personal conversations. They were so busy chatting with each other, I couldn't get their attention to get more water. It was quite annoying. Plus, the staff really don't look like they enjoy being there. On to the food. It was good not great. If the food was spectacularly amazing, I'd come here again despite the inattentive staff. But no. As for the atmosphere of the restaurant, it just seem a little dirty. The water cups also looked muggy. But I was thirsty, so what they hey, I drank water from a muggy glass. Bleh.

    (2)

  • Ema C.

    Dear god, I love this place. It's curry in the truest Japanese sense (thick curry served with hot white rice). Squid Ink curry is served here, so is corn salad (totally yummy!) and even Natto curry. The natto curry is actually really good, although one may think it's a bad combination - don't knock it till you try it. The corn croquette curry is also delicious. Someone petition to have Coco Ichiban open a store in Seattle, please!

    (5)

  • Reuben R.

    I love Curry house!! They totally need one closer to home, since the one at pearl kai just gets way too crowded at night, and this one is no exception during lunch and dinner time. Not to mention the parking scene is kind of terrible. Those stalls downstairs are ridiculously small, and i hate it when some decides to take up more than their share of space. Out on top, sometimes they take the signs off the loading zone, so its okay to park there, otherwise, you'll have to hit before or after peak ours to get space, which is what we usually do at this one. I've tried quite a bit of the toppings already, and I just love their curry sauce. One of my friends gave me a tip that you can just order the sauce to take home, and he usually just makes curry rice with it. I remember when this curry house closed for renovation. the other ones got way more crowded because of that. I've found that the beef boiled in the curry sauce tends to be spicier than anything else on the menu. Its not that spicy still, but just a bit more. I usually blanket mine enough with the powder that people ask me if i want curry along with my curry powder. eveytime I come I always get a croquette on the side and always go for the 200g.Thats more than enough to make you full unless you can eat a whole lot and not feel sick. in that case, the rice helpings go all the way up to 500g, and I think once they had a 1000g challenge, but I don't know if that's still there because it shouldn't be too hard to eat that much rice if you're hungry enough. My Favorite Curry House: Yes, I like this one the most out of all of them, especially during lunch. The staff is extra nice to us. "You'll never know everything about anything, especially something you love." -- Julia Child

    (5)

  • Harlan S.

    This is the best kept out of the Curry House locations in Honolulu. Best service, cleanest kitchen and best cooking. They underwent renovation not too long ago, so the place looks just spiffy. Prices are very reasonable, you can feed yourself to contentment with a $10. Ever since I've first gone there, I'm a convert. I have no idea what the nutrition facts for this stuff looks like, but I'll just exercise more so that I can keep going back. That curry they serve is like a magic elixir that makes things its on top of taste better. In all seriousness, the flavor is not like what you find on the store shelves, nor is it similar to Thai or Indian curry. CoCo Ichibanya is in a realm of its own.

    (5)

  • Lily N.

    Dear Coco Ichiban Curry House, Will you please, please consider opening up a branch in California? My boyfriend doesn't know how to make your clam curry-- not for under $10. And to those friendly Asian ladies behind the counter, thank you for not scoffing at us when we ordered one small plate of clam curry-- to share-- with two glasses of water. We were already stuffed, but we had to stop by to taste your curry, and we were not disappointed! Long live Coco Ichiban! Kind Regards, GF of Clam Curry Addict

    (4)

  • Lindsay J.

    i am massively stuffed after eating here for dinner. my favorite thing to get is their chicken cutlet with cheese and spinach. sadly they don't have wakame (seaweed) anymore... which is what i used to add also. the service is always friendly. the food came out really fast, about 5 min. i pile on tons of pickled veg on to my rice as well as the chili powder which gives each bite a ton of flavor as well as texture. pretty cheap, about $10 for the regular portion including the extra toppings. curry house, you are yummy! *downside: cash only. ugh. i hated paying for the additional atm fees at the nearby atms, so make sure when you come that you are better prepared.

    (4)

  • Jacky K C.

    Coming in here, i really wanted to try that black squid curry found on yelp (pix). It's not on the menu, maybe you have to ask for it. So, I ordered the curry croquette with stewed chicken curry. The curry has complex flavors, very very good. This joint is great, every dish is good cuz quite simply their foundation, the curry sauce is done well (had a bit of indian spice). you can pretty much put a spare tire and pour it with some curry and it would be good.

    (4)

  • Dustin N.

    chicken cutlet with cheese and a side of gyoza please! Cant get enough of it...worth every hour and minute of your "kanak attack" thereafter ;P Ordered the curry udon recently, pretty good pretty good! Overall if they had curry house miles i could accumulate i would probably have soooo many free lunches and dinners!

    (5)

  • Bernie H.

    Always tasty and fast cheap. The manager runs a good tight ship. The fried tofu and spinach curry is delightful. Beef curry is meaty and filling. Take out comes neatly packed with the curry separate from the rice (which doesn't get soggy during transport)

    (4)

  • Kelly M.

    This may seem self-evident, but you've gotta reeeaaallly like curry. Everything is drenched in it.

    (3)

  • Anna A.

    Spicy curry isnt at all spicy. I wish they would at least put out some hot sauce. But the selection is good and the curry is awesome. The side order gyoza is a good buy with any curry.

    (5)

  • Joey T.

    So GOOD! If you like spicy curry, then this is for you. I had the curry pork with kimchee. Kimchee is always hit or miss with me. But the curry was soooo good, that I didn't even care how the kimchee tasted! Next time I order, I'm going to think a little harder about my plate. But it doesn't matter. It's still freakin' good!

    (5)

  • Dane G.

    The quality of the food and service at Curry House seems to have languished over the years. What was once an exciting excursion to the brightly lit restaurants scattered in and around Waikiki has become more of a "do I have to?" kind of experience. The cheery Japanese staff have now been replaced with low wage workers who no longer say "irrashaimase" when you walk in the doors. While still edible, the food is no longer cooked with passion and the switch to a cheaper brand of rice is sorely evident. The water in the pitcher was also stale tasting, perhaps a nightly washing would remedy this.

    (2)

  • Sophia L.

    I loooove Japanese curry. So bold in flavor! This place is worth visiting. The prices are very fair for what you get. I got the tofu curry udon and my hubs got the mahi mahi cutlet and extra shrimp or something and everything was soooo delicious! I actually overate and felt terrible afterwards but it was worth it!

    (5)

  • Darin H.

    Coco Ichiban is definitely a must for anyone who's in Honolulu; wether you're a local or a tourist. They combine tasty Japanese-style curry (available in either spicy or mild) rice, and a variety of different topping options. It's cheap, usually less than $20 for two people; and it's filling, you'll leave (sometimes uncomfortably) filled and satisfied. A bonus: if you're just looking for some cheap eats, you can get a side of rice and gyoza, or even chicken cutlet for less than $5. Sure, it's not accompanied by the curry deliciousness, but you're not breaking the bank either! My favorites: Curry with Chicken Katsu Curry with Gyoza Curry with Corn Croquette While there's multiple locations on island; they're all good, and usually all offer the same level of service!

    (4)

  • Brutus M.

    its good, but nothing close to the actual chain in Japan, if they are the same company, I dont know. The taste is pretty good, but compared to the curry houses in tokyo this place tastes sort of blah. Still good though, but I am a curry fiend, so thus the 3 stars.

    (3)

  • Josh P.

    I used to be a curry HATER, but this place really grew on me as more branches opened up around my house. The one in McCully Shopping Center is my favorite. And my favorite dish is the Mabo Tofu curry! A cool option is adding some extra scoops of rice for a few more bucks if you're really really hungry, or a scrawny guy looking to gain a few pounds xD

    (3)

  • Joseph L.

    This location is probably the busiest I have seen. The curry here is obviously Japanese style and has no additions to the curry. Don't expect vegetables/potatos if you order a chicken katsu curry. I always make sure to get some combination like kimchee tonkatsu to make sure my curry isn't just sauce and rice.

    (3)

  • Lisa S.

    They are always busy. yesterday went bad... Usually I don't have any problem, but... When I went there, staff told us, "No seat for 2, we have to wait". A minutes later, one guy walked in and ask for 2 seat, and he got it. We were there before them! Not fair!! We wait for another 5 minutes then we got seats. After ordered food, they didn't bring spoon. Food came and we still didn't get spoon, so we had to ask for it. Their service was so bad today. Food was good, but I was very disappoint about service today.

    (2)

  • Natty D.

    My favorite curry house! :D nooooooooooom

    (5)

  • Ben Y.

    Another one of the places I must visit whenever I am home. My favorite is chicken katsu with vegetable croquette on the side - spicy. Build your own curry in the sense that you start with rice and curry and add different items. I haven't had a combination that I didn't like and even when they got my order wrong, it was still great. Then again, the only thing I just would not add to my curry is natto. Although I usually take out, when dining in, they put a pitcher of water at each table just in case you order too spicy, so there is never a wait for more. They also have comment cards, so I like to write bizarre comments and suggestions while I am waiting for my food. The take out containers are well constructed and usually transport without incident. ** I was recently saddened to learn that they have done away with the Curry Challenge. At first, I felt that the last 8 years I spent training were wasted, but like any athlete, I realize that I am a winner just for keeping up with the grueling regimen.

    (4)

  • Julia P.

    BEST curry i ever eaten... omg i had the chicken katsu.. with mixed veggies.. i went with my friend Justin and my bf charlie.. i never really eat to much curry but after this plate im addicted to the curry house.. it had perfect blend of flavor.. and large.. i though i was gonna have leftovers.. but to my surprise it was so good I ate it all.. mmmm i want some now! and also only downside.. cash only!!!

    (5)

  • Ron T.

    Lady took our menu but didn't take our orders. So stupid... sat here for 20min before I had to flag her down and take our orders.

    (1)

  • Pamela T.

    So good. That's all you need to know :]

    (5)

  • Kris A.

    Tasty curry. I ordered the Chicken Katsu plate. It was reasonably priced. The curry was a bit thin for my taste, but I enjoyed it nevertheless. Service was quite fast, and I like that the tables are stocked with water pitchers. I might just give the food a 3 or 3.5, but when I consider the service speed and cost, I think it deserves a 3.5 to 4.

    (4)

  • Derek N.

    I'm sure you must know Curry House's reputation, so I'll make it short. Cheap, fast, and delicious, which means it's great place to eat, as long as you like curry. Spicy or mild, more or less rice, YOU HAVE THE POWER! And they leave the water pitcher at your table so if you're a thirsty guy like me, you don't have to wait for more water! All that's left to say is this: try the kalbi!

    (5)

  • Jas C.

    My favorite "go to" lunch place on the island! Inexpensive tasty curry meals with tons of variations to choose from friendly staff, quick service great place to go when you are hungry and really need to eat right away, but didn't want fast foods. This is your place. Free parking right in front of the restaurant too. Very convenient Cash only is my only problem

    (5)

  • Norman Who Gives The D.

    Never really thought jap curry was good, that is until I tried this place! First one i tried was the tonkatsu kimchi curry. But its safe to assume that everything is going to taste fairly similar since its the same curry in every dish. Well either way, the dish was delicious! Rice was perfectly cooked, cutlet freshly fried, and curry nicely flavored. The next day, I came back and had the shabu shabu beef with spinich. Like i said, it tasted great just with different meats. So what if its the same curry on ever dish, the point of the restaurant is CURRY and it achieves just that. The kicker is the price, $7-8 for a dish, in Hawaii is a freaken deal. Fast service and clean environment makes this place a must try.

    (5)

  • Elbert K.

    General Idea: You get a curry base and then you can order "ingredients" to it. They include stuff like croquettes, hot dogs, spam, chicken, everything the heart desires. Pros: You can basically make your own combo. This place is great if you like Japanese style curry. It's a good amount of food. The price is good. Cons: Parking. This parking lot is packed and you need some Vegas type of luck in order to find a spot. Tricks of the Trade: You can order by how much rice you want. Order less first and then add more as you need too. Pork tonkatsu, corn croquette, 2-3 scoops of rice = : )

    (4)

  • Rey T.

    Never will I venture anywhere else again for curry. Coco Ichiban Curry House is the end-all, be-all of Japanese Curry. If all you've had is S&B, which, in it's own right is great home curry, then this will be a great treat to your deprived taste buds. What does it have going for it? First of all, it's in Honolulu. Then the fact that you can pile any and all of the selected toppings in any one of your curry dishes. My personal favorite is the Beef Curry with Shabu Shabu Beef. Beef + Beef = Oh My Gah! I could eat here every night with a different curry, or the same. But if you're visiting Honolulu, just stop by! You won't be disappointed (i.e. depending on your topping, your individual mileage may vary. I can't vouch for the Kim Chee topping.)

    (5)

  • Jaynie K.

    I hadn't eaten Curry House in YEARS, prior to tonight, due to lovely gastric problems in my sensitive belly. But I decided to brave it out because I wanted to remember why I used to like it so much back in the day. My friend ordered the fried chicken and gyoza curry, and I made my own crazy combo: pork cutlet, corn cream croquette, shabu shabu beef, and cheese. Added on a "green salad", which was nothing but iceberg lettuce and a scattering of canned corn, but I needed some kind of vegetable! The sesame dressing was goooooood though. Mmm, the cutlet was crispy and hot, burnt and scraped off a bit of the roof of my mouth, but it was worth it! Croquette was so ooey gooey good! And the shabu shabu beef had been cooked a bit in the curry sauce, and was tender. I stuffed my face, and I tapped out, but to my dismay, it didn't even look like I made a dent in my food! Generous helpings? YES! I'll be eating curry leftovers for a couple days.

    (4)

  • Kelsey T.

    When I'm in the mood for something comforting and satisfying, Curry House is on the top of my list. This is Japanese curry done right. Making it even better is the many customization options you have ranging from spicyness to add-ons. You can pretty much get your curry any way you like it here. Prices are reasonable too so you know I'll keep coming back.

    (4)

  • Cheryl K.

    For some reason this location is the most similar to the Coco Ichiban Curry House that we visited in Japan. I LOVE the chicken cutlet katsu spicy curry with CHEESE. Probably not the healthiest but I always get that when we go there. My fiance usually get the spinach and shabu shabu beef udon. We love eating here and sometimes crave their japanese curry especially since it is the same brand that they use in Japan. Don't forget that they only take cash and there are many ATMs in the area. This is one of my favorite places to eat!

    (5)

  • Remy Z.

    Delicious curry Nine bucks for a pound of rice Color me content

    (5)

  • Joseph B.

    I like this place. Many toppings to choose from. It's not your at home pre-packaged curry.

    (4)

  • n p.

    Fried Tofu Curry & Croquette Curry = :] Really good and filling. Well priced and fast service.

    (5)

  • Xenia A.

    A friend and I met up for dinner, but we didn't decide on a place to eat. We ended up here. Wasn't really my first choice but we both had never been here before. I like curry, but this was a little too intense for me to eat. Also it was like a plate of heart attack, stroke, and clogged arteries all in one. I ordered chicken and made sure I had a side of vegetables. Apparently this is like a hot spot for a lot of local people, but for me it was an a-ok visit. I'm not sure if I'll be going back, but if I want something really oily and bad I guess I'll make the trip here again :)

    (3)

  • Ann C.

    Food coma heaven! I like my chicken katsu curry udon with egg, kimchi, and taco balls EXTRA spicy!!! omg. ... *drools*.. shabu shabu beef with spinach is also super duper delicious! yum! The curry house in Honolulu tasted wayyy better than the ones in L.A. for some reason. The idea of being able to choose anything to add in my curry makes me want to giggle like a little girl.. Definitely try the a curry+cheese or curry+kimchi combination if you never had it. It's so freaking good!

    (5)

  • Brent T.

    This place is awesome. The menu is simple: pick your curry, spice level, add-on items and amount of rice (any place that asks how much rice you want is a plus in my book). I ordered the shabu shabu beef with gyoza and extra rice. I never knew putting gyoza into my curry would be so delicious. It was actually a nice contrast to the soft meat, curry and rice combination. The food was nice and hearty. Definitely a place to try if you like good, fast, cheap food of if you love curry (which I do!). I can't wait to try this place again!

    (5)

  • pirateninja a.

    I love this place. After being introduced to this franchise by my sister, I have never stopped going to this place. It's like addiction and I never tire of having my chicken katsu curry. The only thing that makes me sad is the lack of veggies. MORE PICKLES but anything else, perfect. And great stuff for the price you get.

    (4)

  • Karen L.

    I've always loved this place. It's always been my first stop off the plane and last stop before I board. If they didn't have the no liquid rule this would also be my carry on. That's all I have to say.

    (5)

  • Van D.

    I love it here! Their curry is the bomb and I love it! I like my fried chicken. Mmmmmm! I would eat this everyday if I could! I can't wait to go back there when I'm in Hawaii again! I've tried to make it myself but it's not the same! =( Why can't they franchise it out to the mainland?!?! Anyways, I love it here; it's cheap and delicious! See you soon Curry House!

    (5)

  • Jen D.

    Best Japanese curry joint in the entire US of A. Super reasonable prices and the most interesting combos. The bf had the beef and spinach, which is he still talks about to this day... I went for karaage with gyoza and cheese FTW!!!!!

    (5)

  • Olivia D.

    I have to be the voice of dissent. This place is nasty! And it'll make you fat with the copious amounts of lard and sugar in the sauce. Don't get me wrong: I'm Japanese and I love curry, but as far as Japanese curry houses go, this is not the one to visit. Yes, they offer a variety of fillings, but I found the very sweet goopy brown sauce quite disturbing. Blech.

    (1)

  • Jack C.

    Not sure why people are raving about this place. It's a fast food chain with waiter service. Foods okay and on the saltier side. Curry is flavorful. Not much else to say cuz majority of the items are deep fried and breaded.

    (2)

  • Michelle O.

    Mmmm, cuuuuuuuurrrrrrrryyyyyy. Not too many places on the mainland where you can get curry in a hurry. The first time I went here, I came back 2 more times that week and ordered the same thing each time--the beef. It was deeeeeeelllliiiiiish. The meat was sliced thin and enrobed in perfectly prepared curry, served with a side of rice. For an extra buck or so, you can add spinach. Also tried the croquette but didn't care for it much. The breading was 1/8 inch thick and would be bland had it not been for the curry. Now, if I could only find nutritional content for their dishes...it's pretty addictive & I wanna know just how much damage I'm doing to my body by menu item.

    (5)

  • Linda W.

    This is the first place I went to go eat after I landed in Honolulu. It was opened pretty late so my friend suggested we try it. The menu was big but to a vegetarian, it was too small. I opted for the veggie croquette and tofu mabo with white rice. The rice was small grain and sticky. Reminded me a lot of Japanese rice. Yummy! The tofu mabo was thick and spicy. It was a very heavy meal. I didn't care for the veggie croquette. I had leftovers and I took it home with me. It taste better reheated then when I first got it. =X I will be back if I'm on a budget!

    (4)

  • Yuko K.

    We didn't realize that Yotteko-ya is closed on Wed (seriously?? I thought all Japanese establishments close on Mondays!) and I was so hungry that I did not want to get back in a car to find another place to eat. So, we ended up eating at Coco Ichibanya. It's a Japanese chain restaurant and I even see some locations in my hometown, which says a lot since I am from a pretty small city. It's a very fast and efficient service. The price is very affordable. Nothing very special and not definitely a destination whie visiting Honolulu. My husband probably enjoyed the food a lot more than I did but he's a pretty easy to please. It was nice that they had a high chair for our baby,

    (3)

  • Dennis M.

    First time to this place, quite, small but convenient. Good selection of menu and items, water given order was quick and delivery fast. Food taste good and hopefully consistent. Quick and satisfying, will come again. Thanks

    (4)

  • Sid S.

    The staff at the McCully Curry house have been fast and friendly most times I've come, but occasionally they're a bit frazzled since they're always pretty busy. I like the curry here a lot, my favorites being the chicken cutlet curry and shabu shabu beef - always spicy. One issue with this location is parking, but the secret is to not park on top - park in the underground lot where there's always space and it's much faster to leave as well.

    (5)

  • Christopher C.

    Visit: 6/24/09 - Lunch. Had the fried chicken curry. Fried Chicken Curry - The chicken was good, but the curry was too oily. Did they change the taste of their curry? Normally I love their curry, but it just tasted oily. No one likes oily curry. Service was okay. Price was kinda expensive. $8.50 for a plate of curry with 4 small pieces of chicken. I won't come back. Too bad, this was one of my favorite places.

    (2)

  • Tessa t.

    food is the same...that gets around 3 stars service...blah. when? 45 mins ago. the bf called in to do a phone order from home... i was already driving there... when i got there the whole staff was in the "kitchen" area talking story... so i had to get their attention before i got helped... the cashier then came over to ask what i needed... i told her i was picking up take out under "tes" or "the bf's name"... she goes, "huh? one order or two?" i say, "i'm not sure my bf made the order. don't you have it under a name or phone number?" she says, "no." fudge!! i had to walk all the way back to my car to grab my phone and find out exactly what my bf ordered.... when i got home i started to complain to the bf about what happened... he said that he already knew that was gonna happen... how? when he was finish placing his phone order...he was in the MIDDLE of asking if that's all the info she needed...but before he was finished with his sentence...the lady HUNG UP on him... so again, service...BLAH!

    (1)

  • Rainbow B.

    Man, I miss this spot. I made spam katsu curry and it was no where near the same as this place. If I was in Hawaii RIGHT NOW, I'd be eating here for lunch. The proportions are big. Curry's tasty with a little kick. And you have many choices!!! Oh yeah, this parking plaza gets currrazzzeeee. So just be careful while maneuvering your car. It's likely to get hit.

    (5)

  • Kris K.

    If you are a curry lover, I would definitely recommend visiting one of the Coco curry locations - just not this one. The food was awesome and I love their large selection of sides you could add to your dish. However, their spicy curry was not spicy at all. I was a bit disappointed. Also, the service was sub par. The workers are basically bussers so once you have your meal, you'll need to flag them down if you need something else. Another negative is they only take cash so make sure you have enough in your wallet or you'll be searching for an ATM. Another reason I do not like this location is the parking is horrible. If you are going during peak time for dinner or lunch, expect to fight for a parking spot. It took us forever to find a spot nearby.

    (3)

  • Quailty P.

    This is the best location to try curry house, as it has udon! I think only one other does, but the udon is just heavenly and I pile on the goodies, like katsu, so crispy. I always plan to stop here whenever i'm in town for some surfing! Fills you up fast! And the parking lot is sweet too. O yea, if you really get cravings you can buy their curry powder at the counter and just add it to other curry's back home and it will bring you back to hawaii! (not as good, but it gives you that sweet burn!)

    (5)

  • Ralph L.

    Awesome food, and the music was great too (if you like funk, which I do). The service was fast and very good also. Very enjoyable experience. Dinner for four, with appetizers for $42 in Waikiki is great too. We'll definitely be coming back. The chicken cutlet with curry and tofu noodle dishes were awesome.

    (5)

  • Dorothy M.

    Had the stew chicken spinach udon. Mild. O.M.G. BEST CURRY EVER! The curry is not soupy but pasty. Smooth and flavorful. So good!!!

    (5)

  • Dave H.

    99 out of 100 times, me and my gf order the chicken cutlet w/ cheese. that other 1 out of 100 times, I go for the chicken cutlet w/ udon. I know, I really have to try something new...but why mess with what you already know to be good (im sure the others are great as well though). This place is a MUST-go if you're a tourist from the mainland b/c it is quite unique "food-wise" to the mainland palate. This place is definitely missed during my cold, snow winters in the big O.

    (5)

  • Rhea T.

    You walk in and it's like, you've died and gone to curry heaven. Yeah, that's exactly how I'd describe it.

    (5)

  • Mara W.

    LOVE their curry but the locations they put them in either have very bad parking or too little seating!! Wish they had one at kahala Mall or near the Kaimuki / Kapahulu area.

    (5)

  • dannydan d.

    My bf was like, "Ooo hell no, I don't want to go to that franchise place!" before we were in SF. But then he was like, "I kinda wanna check it out now after reading yelp reviews..." So we went once we got the rental car in HNL... I personally love curry... especially seafood curry... well they have it... the special was Squid Ink Curry. I ordered that and my bf ordered the Chicken Kalbi curry (WHOA... you can have kalbi curry???). Both spicy. They were both GREAT. I thought it was a lil salty, but my bf told me it was just right for him. The squid ink curry was hella good... I wish they put more squid though. The kalbi chicken was good too. They prolly cooked the kalbi with onion... it tasted a lil sweet than usual, but it's totally good. And parking was a breeze... what else could you ask for...

    (4)

  • Aaron M.

    Coco Ichiban is the best place to get japanese curry!!!! This location in McCully Shopping Center is, to my knowledge, the first opened in Hawaii. I've been constantly eating at this place circa 2000 (or whenever the hell it opened) and fell utterly in love with it. The menu is diverse to the point of items you would never eat (that tend to disappear from the menu) like small fried whole octopi and natto (fermented bean curd). Cheese curry sounds bad, but it's actually a perfect mixture to japanese style curry (cheese is good on pretty much anything anyway). My staples are chicken katsu, fried chicken (karaage), cheese, and fried tofu. Other types available (off the top of my head) are shabu shabu (stewed) beef, spinach, kimchi, fired octopus (legs only), squid rings, shrimp, vegetable crouquette, cream crouquette, eggplant and more. Any of these can be mixed together. They also serve udon curry! The other great thing about Curry house is the upgradable rice portion size. For a little more cash you can get about a hundred grams more rice. Sadly, they have discontinued the "Curry Challenge" in which a patron could order the "Challenge" which consisted of 1 kg of rice and spicy curry (mild is not an option in the Challenge) with any topping you choose. You have 20 minutes to eat it all. if you succeed, you get the meal free and have a polaroid picture taken and posted on the wall. If you fail, you pay $20 for the meal. My friends, two 200+ lbs grown men, attempted the "Challenge" and failed. It was pretty funny to watch as they scarfed down curry and sweat profusely. Okay, maybe it wasn't that funny... more like gross.

    (5)

  • Dee T.

    Coming to Hawaii is like coming to a home I've never known. Remind me to ask my Filipino parents just *why* they thought moving to the mainland, and the Midwest especially, was the way to go. I've had Japanese curry before - um, at Musashi at DTW McNamara terminal :P - and it definitely does not compare to the offerings I sampled here at Coco Ichiban. I went in faith, based only on Yelp reviews, and was not disappointed. I chose the chicken katsu, which I would assume is like the sweet-and-sour chicken or the chicken tikka masala of the Japanese curry world, but kicked it up with a side of kimchi (god I love that stinky wilty stuff). And I positively gorged myself, something I've never really thought possible with any sort of Japanese cuisine. Yummy!

    (4)

  • Marc H.

    Based on the Japanese CoCos it was a pleasant surprise, yet there were elements missing such as much more spiciness and Nan bread.

    (4)

  • herman w.

    As good as the one at ala moana. More sit down seats and better a/c

    (4)

  • Mojojojo Y.

    what happened to you curry house??!! granted i haven't eaten curry from here ever since i discovered the curry at shirokiya's tonkatsu ginza bairin but what the hell? service was excellent but curry tasted so bland. like watered down curry. like totally processed curry on a conveyor belt. i had to confer with the bf - is it just me or does this curry not really taste very "curry-ish?" boyfriend agreed. i used to love their chicken cutlet with cheese but after this i won't be wasting my money when i can get truly wonderful yummy curry elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Emmy D.

    Quick & tasty food, attentive service, great prices. I always end up at Curry House when I have those days where I don't get a chance to eat at all when I get too busy (and so a CH dish becomes my only meal of the day). It might be the reason why I can never get tired of it. I suffer from hunger to the point I could eat dirt and it'd taste like cheesecake. Anyway, I'm so happy they close at 11PM! Love the fried stuff..fried everything. I always get one fried item with mabo tofu and spicy curry because it's so addicting. Their salads are a bit of a joke because of how puny they are. A few pieces of lettuce and like 8 kernels of corn? LOL.

    (5)

  • Angela Y.

    This place is AMAZING! Once again, Yelp came to my rescue! The curry is thick, sweet, and flavorful. The service is fast and courteous. The prices are unbelievable. The selection ranges from vegetarian curry to donkatsu curry to squid ink curry. You definitely can find a dish that satisfy your hungry. There are maybe 6 tables and 10 bar seats, so this place fills up FAST. BTW, this is a CASH ONLY place. They do not accept credit cards.

    (5)

  • Rob D.

    I love the Ahi Curry with cheese and spinach. The restaurant is always clean and the services is fast and friendly. You have to add the cheese and spinach to any of their meals. It really adds great flavor.

    (5)

  • Cyrus F.

    So, I only like reviewing places that are either really good or really bad, and Coco is one of the really good ones. Like, once-in-a-lifetime-kine good. So good some guy in Japan turned it into a PS2 game (I'm not kidding!). Not being a fan of spicy foods in general, I didn't like curry at all until I tried their version of brown curry, which is utterly freakin delicious (and not spicy if you don't want it to be)... Basically, if you didn't know already you choose a meat and/or vegetable dish (I like chicken, kalbi w/ a cream corn croquette which is quite possibly the best I've ever had), how much rice you want (from a lot to a humongous amount), and a spicy or mild curry. The curry itself is a bold, unique and sweet flavor, which kinda tastes like candy. I could imagine using it on just about anything. I don't have the slightest clue as to what the hells in it but I do know it is one of the best tasting things I've encountered on Oahu. The one downside is its not the kind of place you can go to everyday, in that a little bit goes a long way... Its kind of like Disneyland for your taste buds and stomach. For me it'd be overkill to go more than once a month.

    (5)

  • Oly C.

    This place is conveniently located in Pucks Alley near the UH Manoa university and other food areas. Service is quick, but place can get crowded. They have three big booths for big parties over 5+ people. I like the taste of the gravy here more than then one in Mcully--probably because it's bad for me but delicious nonetheless. Sometimes if you go when they are about to close they will give you bigger portions so they can get rid of the last of the supply (I've been lucky so far). Parking is validated for the first half n hour.

    (3)

  • Karl D.

    Best curry I've ever had. If I have to choose between Thai, Indian, and Japanese curry, I would shoot myself. But if I have to rank them, I would put this on top. This curry has that special blend of I don't know how many spices. The texture is about the same as Thai curry, but the spices are totally different. This one is atypical of Japanese food, which I find to be bland. The flavors are strong but not overpowering. The katsu is crunchy with the right amount of crunch. I'm trying to come up with compliments for this place, but the only thing that comes to mind is me drooling over the menu, almost liking the plate clean, and leaving fat and happy.

    (5)

  • Joshua Y.

    I was craving curry after driving by "Curry House" pretty much everyday and was finally swayed after reading yelp's rave reviews. To sum it up, it's a no frills diner type joint that serves tasty curry fast with a very courteous staff! I did the counter service and ordered the curry with pork tonkatsu and kimchi and was pleasantly satisfied for $6.75. I could have used a bit more kimchi, but all in all can't complain. I do also like that they leave a pitcher of water on the counter, so you don't need to wait for someone to refill your cup. I saw some getting takeout and it appeared that they can turnaround those orders quickly as well!

    (4)

  • Alan K.

    Yum. Yummers. Yum-meriffic. Seriously, one of the best comfort foods we were able to find on our trip to Hawaii. When you think curry, you're probably thinking to your self: "self, i bet the selection is limited". Well, that's what I thought. Boy, was I wrong. They had what seemed to be 30 different curry combinations and if they all were anything like what I ordered, this place deserves 6 stars.

    (5)

  • Deanthony N.

    What can I say, I LOVE CURRY HOUSE haha. For me, I always get the chicken cutlet with cheese spicy. For me, I like the McCully location the most. I've tried the curry at Ala Moana, McCully, and University Square and I feel that the McCully one makes the best one. Ala Moana would be second. It can get crowded at night, especially on weekends and if you want a table. Lunch time is way less crowded and there's this one waitress I really like that works in the daytime. Pricing is good and you get a pretty good amount, so come when you're pretty hungry~

    (5)

  • Ane P.

    This is one place I will never have enough of. The idea of being able to go into a restaurant and to order any sort of curry you like--AND to have it arrive in front of you in a matter of minutes...nothing short of amazing. I always order the stewed chicken, shrimp and eggplant curry (hot please!), with a side of kim chee. I don't know how other people don't catch on and open curry houses throughout the rest of the country?

    (5)

  • Kalina K.

    It was a little difficult to decide on which location to review about, as there are multiple locations with the same exact menu--and I've eaten at most of them But anyway, the curry is good. But for my friend's sake, I will give it only three stars. She is from Japan and claims that "back home", they've got tons more on their menu. Including more ingredients & toppings, more salads, sides, naan bread, soups, croquettes, "curry sticks", kids' meals and many many drinks. Also, in Japan, you can have more personalization with the sizes and spiciness levels. They have sizes from 200 cc all the way to 1,000 cc, and can accomodate even more than that. For spiciness levels, they have regular, mild, and then levels 1 thru 10. Sounds like she's a little disappointed sometimes when we come. But as she says, it's still good. Better than most places. Take it or leave it.

    (3)

  • Steve S.

    Good eats at a good price. Shabu Shabu beef curry with veg croq. hmmmm. 2 people about 23 w/ tip.

    (4)

  • b g.

    I used to eat at the Kuhio Ave. location at least twice a month, but they closed down and were replaced with a cheese steak joint. Blah. I really miss it because the remaining locations are not very convenient for me. Pretty much everything about the food here has been said already. It's just awesome food. Chicken Cutlet/regular sauce/cheese please!

    (5)

  • Lisa J.

    Funny story: This was our first date place (I know, I'm a cheap date) and at the end of our meal, my now-hubby looked mortified when he saw the 'CASH ONLY' sign at the register. I ended up paying for our meal and he was so embarassed that he promised the next 50 dates were on him. Curry House curry is my comfort food. 10 years ago, I had my first taste of Curry House curry. A friend and I were searching for food in Waikiki and we stumbled upon the Curry House that used to be on Kalakaua. We got curry to go, went back to the Sheraton, and sat on the floor to enjoy our lunch. OMG, I fell in love after that first spoonful. Their goma (sesame) dressing is yummy. If you've never had it, you should definitely try it! Creamy, a little sweet, and kind of nutty. I always get a green salad and 200 grams of rice to go with my beef curry. =) I don't use any of the powder to spice it up but I do throw in a bunch of those pickled vegetables (fukujinzuke) to give my curry some crunch. Yum! I have a friend who did "The Challenge" at the University location. Although he kept saying, 'I think I'm going to die, I think I'm going to die,' it sure was fun watching him do it! 14 minutes, baby!! I wish they would bring that back!

    (4)

  • Rj S.

    Bottom line: Cheap, large quantity, best Japanese curry I've ever had and fast service.

    (5)

  • Bruce L.

    One of my fav places in Honolulu, like all the variety of curry, you also get to choose rice volume and spiciness too. It's cheap relatively, but like many other places in the area, it's always crowded.

    (4)

  • Vi L.

    Tasty curry, quick service, great portions and consistency every visit. Sublime

    (5)

  • Jason A.

    I love eating curry and when a friend suggested this place, I was actually hesitant to go b/c i wanted to eat more local Hawaiian food. Fortunately, I am glad I didn't pass this place up. They have some very different types of curry I've never eaten before. Tried their Chicken Cutlet Curry w/ Cheese (huh? what? with cheese?!) and their Mahi Mahi Spinach w/Cheese and they were freakin good. Never had curry sauce with cheese in it and it definitely stimulated my taste receptors. I wish I had more time to definitely eat the other dishes. I am definitely a fan. Please come to socal!

    (4)

  • Milica N.

    I love this place....sigh.... I do miss the Brazilian joint which used to be in this shopping center, but you can never go wrong with Curry house!! It's so yummy! :) I typically go with the udon, as it's always good. I had this time around the chicken cutlet and mixed veggies, which was outstanding. I kept it simple, but I was not disppointed!! A side of rice and I was in heaven. The portions are very good, and I left feeling VERY satisfied. All in all, an excellent choice!!! Love this place! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Esteban W.

    So randomly I'm craving some Good Eats, and no I'm talking about the TV show with Alton Brown, but sitting over my work load and typing over some reports I get a mega munchie mumble. So I ask my friend on Yahoo Messenger, "yo buddy, what is good for me to eat in this town right about now?" After a short list of less reputable locales to satisfy my taste temptations, we come across a crazy collocated Curry county. From the street it is identifiable by its simple lighted locator of "Curry House" the name states its business and very clearly i might add. To make a long story short I sit and quickly order the Fried Chicken Gyoza with mild curry and await my magnificent meal. I was impressed by the size of food you get. I enjoyed the food, every last bite and thought, "wow this would be a great place to come back to." You may have read all this, thus far and are thinking to yourself, what the hell is this guys' problem. he liked the food, and it was a lot, why only 2 stars? Truthfully, I can't respect a place that is CASH ONLY. I mean its almost an insult to have me walk over to the 7-11 and use an ATM to pay for your food. It WAS good, at 8$, but now I have to factor in a $2 ATM fee plus what ever my Bank wants to charge for using the ATM... at the $12+ dollars I now ended up paying for this, it drops my rating down to 2 stars... and I am being nice. The food was great, but CHANCES are I am not returning to this place or any Curry House for that matter. Its nearly 2010, you can't be bothering me to carry CASH these days. For that matter I wont bother you any more for embarrassing me.

    (2)

  • Kristen C.

    Although the parking here sucks during peak hours and that the spaces are super tight to begin with, its always a delight once you have your curry. You can't really go wrong with the curry since its the same sauce for everything so just pick your main topping and enjoy. I definitely love the pickled tsukemono in the little box and I just load my curry with most of that and add a generous sprinkling of the red pepper and its perfect!

    (5)

  • Y C.

    It's: -good -fast -cheap (relatively) -protein, spice, carb, fat and veggie on one plate (tsukemono is veggie!) -takeout friendly -good to call in advance -going to make you an addict -the only time I eat all my rice -easier than making at home -tastier if you eat it w/ kimchee (weird, I know, but try it!)

    (4)

  • Danyo C.

    1). Delicious Curry 2). A nice selection of dishes (fish, beef, chicken, tofu, pork, and more) 3). Good sized portions 4). Fast service 5). AFFORDABLE! My only gripe is the fact that they don't accept credit cards (last time I checked). Besides that, this place is the perfect lunch/dinner spot if you're craving curry, starving, on a tight budget, or all of the above.

    (5)

  • Jonathan H.

    You can never go wrong with Chicken Cutlet curry. ~ $7 a plate. Fast and friendly service.

    (5)

  • GJ S.

    i brought my niece here to show her the wonders of japanese curry with cheese. it worked! she loves it. i have to take a star down because for some reason they took fried tofu off the menu. why would you do that, curry house? don't you love your veggie folk? oh well. oh, and don't forget it's cash only. atm is at 7-11 if you forget.

    (4)

  • Christine D.

    The obsession started with my ex-boyfriend always INSISTING that we dine here for every date. I love it. LOVE IT. Good prices, lotsa rice (it's imperative) and you can control the spice - I get it extra, extra, extra SPICY. I also love the fact that its pretty much any amount of tsukemono that you want, I pile it on my plate like it's going out of style. My favorites are the gyoza and the croquette plates, but they are all pretty much stellar. Have any of you ever done/completed their ungodly challenge?

    (5)

  • Phillip K.

    Best place for curry, this chain is all over the place and can't go wrong. Little known fact that the most profitable Coco Curry is the world is the one next to the Okinawan US Army base, this should tell you how mush Americans like this place.

    (5)

  • Jonathan O.

    Haven't been here in years. The food hit the spot. Had to get my old fave the chix cutlet broke da mout.

    (4)

  • Craig H.

    Gotta do it every now and again! For 6 bucks you can't go wrong with a quick tasty katsu curry (chicken cutlet curry on the menu). Not super healthy... no vegetables but it tastes good enough... i like it. The McCully Shopping Center (Kapiolani Blvd.) location is a trip because a lot of vagrant people seem to be loafing about the area at night- I heard they battle rap for moped pink slips.

    (4)

  • Cynthia A.

    Checked to see if renovations were done the other day. They were, so I got cream korokke curry take out. I saw the renovations made the place look a little less bright and more like a coffee shop. I don't see how it's any better. It's definitely not better that the prices were noticeably higher. Junkie.

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  • Topazskye L.

    So bummed that California does not have coco ichiban. I am so in love with their curry cos it has a the right amount of spicy and consistency. Glad to see that they have an expanded udon menu now but that day we opted to share the 400g CHicken Katsu with the shabushabu beef and it was soooo good. Coco Ichiban will always have a special place in my heart! I love it!

    (4)

  • Allan C.

    Good variety of curry dishes. My family was very satisfied eating lunch here.

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  • Helen W.

    ugh. love this place and im not ashamed to say it. yea it's a chain but whatever. always get the shabushabu beef curry spicy and get the corn croquettes. so good. it's teeny tiny but that's ok. if i lived in hawaii i'd honestly probably get this at least once a week. i dont even go near the food court at ala moana cuz i just want curry and orange julius haha

    (5)

  • Jordan T.

    i love curry, curry loves me, i go to coco curry house to satisfy my curry needs. i love it with cheese. and a side of shabu shabu.

    (5)

  • Gary L.

    I'm a California kid and I've eaten my fair share of Japanese Curry. Well I was able to get my hands on the original Coco Ichiban Curry House curry and let me tell you, this stuff is good. I parked in a 15 minute spot, and jumped onto a counter seat within the restaurant which might I add looks as if Charlie Brown's shirt was put into a blender because the decor is mostly yellows, browns and blacks. Hurry hurry hurry hurry, I only have 15 minutes before they call a tow truck which will take another 30 minutes to arrive. Must...hurry....for....no...good...reason.... Well hurry I did, and I quickly ordered the pork cutlet with spicy curry which I could easily see them prepare with an open kitchen. Everything on the menu was well priced and in the end, I don't think it really matters because the curry here is that freaking good. The curry arrived in good portions consistent with its price and the curry was stewed with mostly carrots and onions. However, I can't really describe how flavorful the curry is but it was amazing. Usually, the meat or topping you have on the curry is what provides the majority of the flavor because let's face it, California curry restaurants just aren't as good, so they try to mask their watered down curry with more meat. Well you can't fool me, California curry restaurants! The flavor of Coco Ichiban's curry is extremely rich but also subtle enough not to be over bearing. So not only is the curry delicious, and certainly the name itself Coco Ichiban Curry House beats the pants off the other Curry House in taste but also in nomenclature. You say Coco Ichiban 3 times and it sounds like you could easily be in a Reggaeton song! It's delicious out here, lord have mercy, mon!

    (5)

  • Mary T.

    One of my favorite places to get curry, it is always just right. Service is great.

    (5)

  • Ken K.

    Why can't a Japanese curry fast food specialized place like this open up in the SF Bay Area? This might be considered low grade food to some but it is so heartwarming, delicious (not spicy and exotic like Thai or Indian curry), easy to make, affordable, and way way better than the mediocre brown sauce crap back on the mainland. Anything that involves spinach, cheese, fried chicken in some fashion or form is a must have at this place. Bloody tourist in me even took a picture of the entrance on my way out. Other than Tenkaippin's chicken bone marrow heart stopping goodness ramen, I miss this place the 3rd (followed before by Yabusoba...RIP sob sob sob!)

    (5)

  • aldrich s.

    First time tourist in hawaii, menu looked weird at first n tried to order the chicken/pork cutlet but it was all out......so i ended up ordering the shrimp cutlet, pretty damn good! I definitely recommend this place but make sure to come earlier so the whole menu is open =p

    (4)

  • R L.

    I ordered the chicken/kalbi curry, one of many dishes listed under popular picks on the menu. Prices are very reasonable and the food was good and filling. Only issue I had was the service. When the place is packed with no seats, there's a waiting list you fill out which I did. So as my name comes up next on the waiting list, there's was a family of 4 that walks in the door and walks into the dinning area asking for a table. The knuckle head waitress who just finished clearing the table goes ahead and seats them! As I watched in disbelief, I'm wondering to myself, "Hey! What the @#*K!!! Don't you guys know there's people who have been waiting! Just then another table opened up and the waiter who seated us, nice guy by the way, he realized what has just transpired and informed the air head waitress about the situation. Her response, "Oh, I did not know people were waiting?" with no apologies. If it wasn't for the crappy service, I would have rated an extra star.

    (3)

  • Kit E.

    Potato croquette was pretty darn tasty and so was my mapo tofu curry. yum!

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  • Patti A.

    My favorite place to eat when you are on a budget for the week. My son had the kim chee curry and I had the pork cutlet curry. Only $12.50 before tip. Tastes great and just enough serving to even satisfy a big local boy. Only draw back with this place is they only take cash. They should post a visible sign on their entrance door so your prepared (or did I miss it? If I did, it's not visible enough)!. Thank god for 7-Eleven around the corner to get some cash from their FHB - ATM machine.

    (4)

  • Jamie T.

    Love it! I'm not sure what makes it so good...all I know is that I like it! I almost always get the chicken cutlet curry. I always think about straying and trying something else, but never do. I get the curry spicy to add a little kick. The food is consistently good and some of the best curry around. The price isn't bad either.

    (5)

  • Lily R.

    After a long day of hanging out at the beach, my friends insisted we eat here. I am a super fan of Indian food so the word "Curry" made me suspicious..BUT I tried it! I was surprised b/c I LIKED it! Food came out piping hot and the Katsu Chicken was breaded and fried to perfection. The Curry is very peculiar but I did enjoy the taste and ate the WHOLE plate. The ONLY thing that I didn't like is that they add cheese on the dish so I opted for none on mine :)

    (3)

  • Edward D.

    I eat here every once-in-a-while. It's really a good place to eat if you like curry. You choose your meats and/or vegetables. You choose how much rice you want (300g is standard, but I like 400g usually). I always get Fried Chicken, stewed shrimp and cheese @ 400g of rice. I like the kalbi and fried chicken combo, and gyoza isn't bad either.

    (5)

  • Chie F.

    Good, cheap curry, all at the Coco Curry! My 2 favorites are: Mabo Tofu Ramen (I think it's the cheapest curry) Chicken Cutlet Curry with Cheese (The Cheese makes it so good!)

    (5)

  • Sarah F.

    My first Japanese curry experience. Split the beef curry with the hubby. Good stuff!

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  • Noeru N.

    yeah, go ahead, call me gross, tell me how my combination sounds utterly awful, but this is what i get time and time again... natto curry with spinach and fried tofu (put the fried tofu on the side so it doesn't get soggy) .. it is really good!! i love pouring a little tonkatsu sauce on my curry too.. sometimes I wish they would have a traditional beef curry, you know with chunks of beef, potatoes, carrots etc...

    (3)

  • Anita R.

    Mmmmm. curry just like mom used to make. It's the classic curry flavor of Japan. Not India... Not Thai... But Japanese, "homestyle" Karei-Rai-su. The fukujin-zuke and ice water top it off for a perfect, quick, hearty lunch before power-shopping for aloha goodies at the mall. Add katsu if you're starved!

    (5)

  • .elin f.

    I love Japanese curry!!! I was not brave enough to try the curry with cheese but the curry with chicken katsu was delicious. Please, please, PLEASE open up a location in Northern California. I promise that I will single handedly make you profitable. Just mull it over, okay?

    (5)

  • Dijon Y.

    Extremely consistently good curry. Above average. I think the regular spicy is not that spicy. Next time I'll ask for the "spicy" and not the "mild" or "regular". They do one thing and do it well, relatively quickly. Had the chicken cutlet with sprinkled cheese curry and rice plate. I like that the menu has pictures of each dish, but since its all brown curry, they all mostly look the same. haha.

    (4)

  • Rick B.

    The curry here is addicting. I always order the fried chicken and gyoza curry w/ rice. They give u a choice of whether u want it mild or spicy and the amount of rice u prefer(either 300, 400 or 500 grams). I like mine spicy, of course, w/ 500grams of rice. Ten years ago, I used to come here and they have this thing where if any customer could finish a 1000 grams of rice, the meal would be on the house. Unfortunately, they dont have that anymore 'cause i'd be going for it..

    (5)

  • Edward L.

    For $6.95, you won't get anything better than this! Great place for a quick and satisfying meal.

    (4)

  • Kitty Y.

    the only thing i ever order here (and have been for years) is the chicken cutlet with cheese, mild. DELICIOUS! oh, actually, once i tried the ahi cutlet with cheese when i was trying to become a pescatarian, and while it was pretty good, the chicken is better. cheese is great on everything. this dish is total comfort food, it makes me want to lie down and watch a movie when i'm done.

    (5)

  • sky i.

    I love this place and their curry sauce. I don't think I can add much to what has already been said on this post. I'd give my left ________(enter body part of your choice) to know their curry recipe.

    (5)

  • Clara K.

    i love the curry here! it's true japanese style curry, and they really pour it on (along with a generous serving of rice). you can customize the toppings so that you get exactly what you want. you can even change the amount of rice you get (although they go by cc... and who in the US really knows what cc's are? i just stick with the default amount of rice and i'm fine). last time, i tried the shabu shabu (thinly sliced) beef curry with cheese, and a side of kimchi. it was DELISH! i also like their katsu curry (again with cheese -- try it, it's better than it sounds!). i saw a sign that said black curry was coming soon, made with squid ink i think? coco ichibanya is a must stop for me anytime i visit honolulu!

    (5)

  • ck s.

    The curry flavor is just classical of Japan curry. The food is great and the staff is rather friendly. Parking here is sometimes hard but usually OK. Its a smaller size restaurant at a shopping corner. It is worth going back, until you learn how to do some of the dishes yourself; simply pour the curry gravy over the rice and dish that has been previously fried; e.g chicken Katsu, say. One can buy S&B brand curry at the market. The sweet and sour snack on each table is what I still crave for, and makes it definitely worth it for me to keep going back for though. Nice place to chill.

    (4)

  • Rocky C.

    I've been to the CoCo curry in japan many times. This place does do a good job in retaining the menu and dishes they offered in japan. But when i was in japan place like this was kind of the last choice for a cheap meal on minimal amount of time.All the curry is beef flavor which kind of sucks b/c in japan there was alternative choices..... Just don't expect much out of this place.

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  • Jeff P.

    Good food and open late. I had the chicken katsu curry and the gf had udon. Definitely would recommend this place. Service was also excellent and our waitress was friendly.

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  • Theresa K.

    Back in Southern California, we used to eat Curry House at least twice a month. We crave the buttery, rich and smooth taste of Japanese curry and the pleasant contrast with the daikon radish. Here, Curry has a whole new meaning. The breading on the chicken katsu curries are thick, crispy, multi-textured and delicious. Add to that the creamy curry and the kimchi/cheese topping you can add, and you are in one delirious curry heaven. Curry House or Coco Ichiban? I would have to confess I'd go with Ichiban in a heartbeat - it's that good.

    (5)

  • Jon H.

    First time here on vacation. It's cheap and fast. Lots of selections to go with your curry. I would love to go back and eat all the other combinations!

    (4)

  • Grimeater A.

    Cheese and curry, who would've known? Such a perfect combination of flavors. I can't believe how good a fast food curry could be. My favorite combo: Kalbi Meat, Spinach and Cheese. Loaded with the pickled veggies they offer of course.

    (4)

  • Katniss B.

    I have to come to coco ichiban curry house whenever I'm in honolulu. It's DELICIOUS! I've had japanese curry at many japanese restaurants, but it's never like how coco makes it. My husband ordered the kimchi tonkatsu with rice and I ordered the chicken katsu with udon and I added cheese on top. Both was delicious. Never had kimchi with curry before and it was really good. Remember to add those preserved turnips in with the curry....it's good and it's FREE!

    (5)

  • Travis M.

    Although a chain, some of the best "japanese style" curry you can get in hawaii. Fast, consistent and reasonable. Try this, Shabu Shabu Beef with Cheese!

    (4)

  • Nida O.

    i usually don't eat curry, but this place is bomb! yesterday i had a squid salad and shared the chicken katsu/gyoza spicy curry. The portions are pretty huge so sharing the main dish was filling for me. the salad dressing was delicious too!

    (5)

  • Tiffany K.

    Just as Ken K. mentioned, WHY do we not have a Curry House in the Bay Area? I guess we don't get to have EVERYTHING here. Anyhow, this place is absolutely delicious. My boyfriend took me here because I asked him to take me everywhere that was good and different from the bay. I had not gotten the chance to try other locations (since I was on vacation, I didn't want to go to the same place twice, you know?), but this location was very clean and the service was good too. My boyfriend and I both ordered the chicken cutlet curry dish. WIth our dish, we got ice cold water that tasted great (a change from the Bay Area, since our tap water we get at restaurants taste nasty), and our rice and curry was hot and didn't taste like it was left for any amount of time to sit and get cold. Anyways, the dish was so, so good. Yes, it's just curry, but my gosh it was delicious. And just like Ken K. mentioned (sorry I keep mentioning you, Ken), this is not fancy or nice food, but it is definitely comfort good. (And I can only imagine how good this would be on a hangover). If only the curry I made tasted as good as it does here.. CURRY HOUSE - COME TO THE BAY AREA!

    (5)

  • Boki C.

    great value! they also have magazines that i liked there too! lotsa food & it was piping hot

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  • hank j.

    That was soo soo good. Got the deep fried oysters with curry, but make sure you as for oysters on the side. This really is as good as it gets! place was nice and clean, service was good food was plenty, and if you don't think so, just get some more rice.

    (5)

  • Arnold G.

    It's hard top Aaron's thorough review of Curry House, just as it's hard top Curry House if you want to eat Japanese curry. So what are you waiting for? Go there and eat...NOW!

    (4)

  • Melissa B.

    I was afraid of curry, until I went here. Really yummy stuff, tasty, not crazy spicy. It's kinda fast-food-ish, but sooo delish nonetheless. They give generous portions that really fill you up. Anything chicken here is definitely worth a try. You'll leave this place satisfied and happy :-) I am now a fan of Japanese curry!!

    (5)

  • Nan R.

    This is the best Japanese style curry house Kevin & I have ever tried. We stopped in here last time (by chance) on the way from the airport to the hotel. It's a small place that accepts only cash but for $20 we had two plates of curry and two drinks! We ordered the udon curry which was amazing and Chicken Katsu Curry which was sooo good. The chicken was nice and crispy, not too oily. The curry (you can order it mild or spicy) was perfect! You might see us there again this time!

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  • Albert L.

    Before I start in on the restaurant I have to say that their location in McCully Plaza is key, although parking there is more of a heinous bee-yotch then Rosie O'Donnell. If you haven't been there before, they are a quick walk over the Ala Wai Bridge from Waikiki, and personally you have better food selection for cheaper there. As for the actual restaurant, this is a no-frills Japanese style curry place that does it's job well. For those of you who haven't had Japanese curry, it's different from Indian in that there's pretty much only one flavor, there's no coconut type milk in it, and it's a little less stinky, although just as delicious. I actually found one of the original ones in the middle of Shibuya in Tokyo, and it's definitely popular there, although you'll see more locals eating here than Japanese tourists. Their prices are pretty cheap; my favorite meal consists of either a Mabo Tofu or Chicken Cutlet Curry w/rice and a green side salad with a yummy dressing which is around $8. The cool thing is you can get a small portion of rice and they knock of $0.50 or add on extra rice for the same price. It's a filling meal in a no-frills, minimalist dcor environment. I've had nicer Japanese curry that's a little more extravagant in Los Angeles (Hurry Curry of Tokyo in West LA's Sawtelle district comes to mind) but it's definitely more expensive at those places too. All in all, a great quick dining experience...if you can find parking!

    (4)

  • Liz W.

    It is pretty good for it is price.

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  • stacy l.

    curry house is one of my favorite places in HI. the katsu curry udon is off the hook, the best ive ever had and i swear its the only thing i ever get when i go there AND it comes with rice, so you get tons of food. the only thing that sucks, but the food is good.

    (4)

  • Diamond Girl L.

    good service, good prices and good food. wish parking was a little easier tho...

    (4)

  • Bay A.

    these guys are friggin awesome. i dont even really like curry but this stuff was amazing. prices are awesome. i wish i discovered them sooner. i had the katsu curry and some croquette. really, this stuff was bomb. if you havent tried it go right now. really!

    (5)

  • Juliann C.

    Curry House! The service is always good, quick and easy. That's probably the main reason why I eat at curry house. It's usually a place I just wanna get in and out of for a quick bite. I have to warn you though, this food is Kanack Attack man.... like you will want to KNOCK out after eating here. The curry though, is delicious. So flavorful. And it's extra good with sides you can order like kimchee and sausages! yummm. AND the prices are cheap.

    (3)

  • Elvis H.

    I LOVE THIS PLACE. service is ok i like the fact that they have a pitcher of water there for you on the table cause i drink a lot of water. Just wish i knew about this place when they had their curry challenge I think i could of done it.

    (5)

  • Candice A.

    I am not really into curry, but this curry is the only curry I would eat. Out of all my visits, I haven't got any bad services. Every time me and my friend or my boyfriend enter, most of the staff would say "Irasshaimase!" very loud. Like wow! Sometimes all the tables are taken and the longest I have waited was about 5-10 minutes. Not that bad. I usually order a Katsu curry or Gyoza curry. It's always delicious. The service is great, we were able to refill our cup with water. The price is reasonable. They should extend the dining room. Guarantee they would make more money.

    (5)

  • Dion L.

    Super delicious curry + tons of options and super fast and well priced? We need one of these in Charlotte! First off, I ADORE how the menu is made of photos so you know exactly what your getting. The curry is super thick and rich and savory, and the rice can be adjusted to your hunger level. (Small portion, regular, large, etc.) The regular even is ENORMOUS and enough even for two people to share...but you won't want to it is sooooo good! Being able to add things like cheese or spinach also make each dish your own. Our server was super cheery and helpful in helping us make our decisions. Dishes started coming out a few minutes after we ordered...and yes, love the pitcher of water at our table. Maybe I should open a Curry House near me...

    (5)

  • K C.

    My husband and I come here for curry multiple times a month. My husband spent time in Japan where he first had cocos. When we first went here I went in thinking I would not like the food, and after my first visit I almost really didn't. The next day I swear I just started craving it and now I can never get enough. The service is fast and friendly. Even when there is a wait for a booth we've never spent more than ten minutes waiting. Most times we go in we are seated right away, place our orders, and have our food within ten minutes. I enjoy the chicken cutlet curry, spicy with cheese. My husband goes between chicken cutlet and the squid. Also the gyoza and shrimp shumai are very good. Don't be like me and try to avoid this place because it is not the type of food you typically eat, you will really be missing out!

    (5)

  • Kimo S.

    I've always found this place to be quick, delicious and it hits a certain spot when I have a craving for curry. Not just any curry but you get that craving when you want 'THAT' curry... it's Curry House time! The options are fantastic, I always stick to the chicken katsu + beef shabu shabu for the textural meaty goodness that always leaves me happy while waddling home. The best feature here? Pitchers of water at your table... no waiting, no flagging servers down, no grumbling about servers not checking on your water. Bam. Water at your table. Ingenious. Curry House should patented this invention since I can't remember another place that does this. Heck, maybe they did. Hot white rice? Check! Delicious toppings to pile on? Check! Smothered in gooey curry until it is falling off the plate? Check! Water at the table? Check!

    (5)

  • Allison S.

    I was surprised by the reviews for this place because it was not that great. To me, it tasted a little better than instant curry. I had the shabu shabu beef with spinach, and it just felt like the curry was watered down completely. I also ordered spicy, which (surprise!) was not spicy at all. The BF had the katsu which is around the same as what you would find in other places. I'd skip this place and head somewhere else for lunch!

    (2)

  • Brandon Z.

    May be it's just me, but I'm not opposed to curry and neither am I a fan, in particular. The pros: 1. You know that you are getting something most likely deep fried with an option of mild(slightly spicy, but in my calliente meter I put it at 2.5 out of 10) or regular(not spicy) curry . 2. If you go to the one on Kapiolani there is a huge parking lot 3. Service is nice, the people are always kind and willing to make separate checks 4. I ordered the Chicken Katsu, my friends ordered the udon and the chicken cutlet. They were all decent and not over or under done. 5. Proportions are comparable for what you pay for. The cons: 1. The parking lot on Kapiolani is angled funny and makes manuevering difficult. 2. It's curry and it's not going to wow you like duck confit with mango chutney. 3. CASH ONLY!!! A modern day dilemma in Oahu -_- Overall: Just look at the cons. You know what your wins are going into a place like this. The ambiance is not going to amaze you. Plus CASH ONLY!!!! -_-

    (3)

  • Lyman W.

    The kalbi/fried chicken is yummy with a side of kim.chee for .85 now thats what I am talking about!

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  • Arthur S.

    I live really close to this place, and its way too convenient for me to frequent this place regularly. I used to eat curry ALL the TIME, maybe 2-3 times per week. **CAUTION: Coco Ichibanya is known to have side effects of over fullness, drowsiness, and reduce overall reaction time which is usually referred to as having a KNACK ATTACK. The curry here is so flavorful and it combines perfectly with a bedding of rice. Japanese style curry is the best kind of curry, dark sweet spicy sauce over soft steamy rice and a deep fried seafood, meat or vegetable of your choosing. ALL of it is best when soaked in the thick dark curry sauce. Its sooo good that if Coco Ichibanya made shakes out of the same ingredients they used to make the plates, id probably drink it. At the same time id probably gain several pounds a week. Curry House Structure: Nice amount of seating to hold alot of customers. Seats in the booths are comfortable, and make it too easy to fall asleep after eating a warm hearty curry plate. There's also counter seating so you can watch the cooks create the curry. PRICING: Great pricing for the quality of food served here. Best Japanese curry on the island and at a great price, unbeatable in my opinion! Coco Ichibanya also provides the customers with OPTIONS! feeling that fuel tank is running low.. ADD more RICE and CURRY SAUCE for a bigger meal. You can even pick from a list of sides for a few bucks extra. Coco Ichibanya you have me going COCO for curry. I hope to come back to you in the future when i feel like I'm having one of my thinner days.

    (5)

  • Nat W.

    I love Japanese curry and I guess I expected the Japanese high standard quality. The parking was a pain in the neck. Although the service was good and the price was reasonable, the quality was just okay. I ordered the chicken cutlet curry and the cutlet was really thin and the meat was almost all fat. The curry was very bland and had no vegetable whatsoever. Honestly I thought the curry I make is so much better!

    (3)

  • Matthew P.

    One of the things that tipped the scales to five stars? A pitcher of water on the table. Awesome. Yes it disappointed me when I asked for it spicy and it came out "American" spicy, which is to say I think I may have felt a slight tinge of heat... Maybe. Therefore the water was not really needed. But just the thought was great. Besides the "heat" of the dish, the meal was amazing. We were greeted kindly and told to sit wherever we wanted. We ordered the Chicken Katsu and Chz (very good, reminded us both of chili), and the shabu shabu beef with spinach (also very good and the spicier of the dish). The food came out extremely quick. We are still jet lagged so even though we are in our mid 20s we are acting like we are in our mid 70s. Dinner for us was at 5:30 (damn no early bird special). But there is great service at least! Come here. I know it's a chain and I'm skeptical of chains, but then again, if it's a chain they are obviously doing something right. And this place was great.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    Curry House, oh how I love thee. Had I been an avid, committed and informed yelp-er since its inception, I would try my hardest to be the "Dukedom" and "yelp! Elite" of everything that is Coco Ichiban Curry House in Honolulu, Hawaii. I LOVE ... let me try to rephrase this because "love" is an understatement ... I absolutely adore/crave/breathe/need/lust for curry from Curry House. Japanese style curry is awesome for everyone and anyone. I feel that the 4 Honolulu locations rank in "taste" and service as follows: 1. McCully Shopping Center (1st floor a couple stores down from 7-11) 2. University Ave. (Pucks Alley, in between Varsity Bar and Nijiya Japanese Food Market) 3. Pearl Kai Shopping Center (next to KuruKuru Sushi) 4. Ala Moana Shopping Center (smallest one; right by the Food Court exit out to the parking structure) I've also eaten at a Curry House location in Tokyo (Asakusa) and it might sound silly, but I never knew curry could be elevated to such amazingly palette-pleasing awesomeness; it was really that much better tasting! That's not to say that the curry at the Honolulu locations is bad ... it's AMAZING. The dishes are reasonably priced and affordable and you can count on them to always be piping hot and fresh (save for the chicken katsu, since they tend to pre-cook several pieces d/t its popularity). A few tips and suggestions: - Order in this order: TOPPINGS, SIZE (rice volume), and SPICY or MILD - Order "SOS" or "sauce on the side" and you can dip your choice toppings to your heart's content - Order gyoza or takoyaki on the side so they aren't soggy/soaked - the cream corn croquette is not the original "Japanese brand" - so it's not as delicious - if FRIED isn't in your vocabulary, stick to spinach, mixed vegetables and mabo tofu - I'd stick to the normal/default size because it's portioned just-right (the smaller size/200cc is NOT ENOUGH) The Chicken Katsu and Cheese curry combination is a MUST TRY! You won't be disappointed ... try asking for the cheese on the side and they'll give you a bowl full of shredded cheddar cheese so you can portion it to taste, otherwise the melted cheese turns the curry into a gooey, delicious adventure (think a fresh, piping hot mozzarella pizza slice with drips and strings of cheese covering your chin)

    (5)

  • D A.

    My always "to go" spot for cheap and tasty Japanese style curry. My fave is always the regular fried chicken spicy for $7.14. When dining in I also enjoy their udon curry with fried chicken. Get it to go when its crowded since its usually ready to go in about 5 mins.

    (4)

  • Darren N.

    Getting there: Easy to find though parking at McCully can be a hassle as it's always busy. Ambiance: Though I didn't sit to eat, they have comfortable-looking seating and at-the-counter seating as well. Service: Can't comment but when I order take out from this place I never see customers complaining. Food: Japanese-style curry with a local spin on it. Generous serving of white rice, though it can be on the mushy side though that doesn't bother me. I tend to favor the savory, and filling, chicken-katsu curry with melted cheddar. I also favor the spicy curry, which is not overly spicy, to their only other option: mild. A wide range of meat / veggie curry dishes are available to choose from. Who to bring: 4-6 people max given their layout. How much to bring: Reasonable prices, below 10 bucks will fill you up. Verdict: Five stars for the food and price including the quick and convenient service of take-out. Have gotten food from this place multiple times. Definitely a great option for a quick curry fix. Final notes: You can call in a take out order but if you don't, you won't have to wait long anyway.

    (5)

  • Anthony L.

    Before Curry House in California expanded their menus, the only place I could get Chicken Katsu Curry with cheeeeeeeeeeeese, was here! Very good service, inexpensive, great curry and cheeeeeeeeese! (Yes I love cheese lol)

    (4)

  • Esther Y.

    Theres a bunch of these Coco Ichiban Curry Houses everywhere in Hawaii, and I'm glad I finally got to go to one! Japanese curry is one of my favorite types of curry (my other favorite is Korean curry), and I absolutely loved the curry here. I got the katsu with curry, takoyaki, and fried oysters, and I must say -- that takoyaki is one of the best takoyaki I've ever had. And that includes the ones I've had in Osaka, Japan, which is famous for them. I asked for extra curry to take home over my leftover rice and they were nice enough to give me a few extra scoops. Yum!

    (5)

  • Sara S.

    Curry house has always been one of my favs so I gotta write a review!! I'll keep it short and sweet... MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH CHEESE! MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH CHEESE! MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH CHEESE! or if you're feeling extra hungry, MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH GYOZA AND CHEESE! MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH GYOZA AND CHEESE! I used to get the chicken katsu curry with cheese and don't get me wrong it's delicious but I always felt so oily and greasy after eating it. Also for all you cheese doubters, cheese really adds a great element to curry! It thickens it up and makes it creamier! You gotta try it! Basically I'm writing because when I went today I found out that you can order SMALLER portions of rice for 50 cents less!! I did not know that this was an option!!! This is good for me because I normally don't eat all the rice anyways and they still give you enough to use with all your curry! I believe the difference is 200g vs. the normal 300g of rice. Curry house will always be the take-out/fast eating in place that I keep coming back to!

    (5)

  • Wayne S.

    Wow talk about a non enjoyable meal. Saw four cooks and three hostess/waitresses. All looked totally uninterested in their jobs. None were motivated to provide anything close to customer service. Caught one standing behind the counter not even trying to hide her huge open-mouthed yawn. All the waitresses/servers do is drag their okole around looking like they are moping around as they take the order and serve the food. Not once did anyone come by to ask how the food is. I also did notice as they servers/waitresses/cashiers were handling the cash only payments, no one washed their hands or wore gloves when handling the cash then handling the food. As we were leaving not one person said bye and thank you. I don't get it, what happened to this place? When they re-branded from the happy fun yellow to the morgue like black so did the customer service and the welcoming feel. OH yeah, we did fill out them comment sheets and gave it to the cashier as we were leaving and she just tossed it to the side, I bet its going into the out file.

    (1)

  • kristin e.

    Curry House is my hands down, FAVORITE place to eat whenever I'm in Honolulu. I wish the Kuhio location was still around but the Ala Moana and this McCully locations aren't bad either. Even though there are so many curry topping options, I always get the chicken katsu w/ cheese and a side of kimchi. ALWAYS. My first time at the Curry House over 11 yrs ago, I've ordered the udon but since then fell in love with the katsu curry w/ cheese and kimchi. Service here was great and the food was excellent as usual. I always miss eating here when I'm not in HI but every time I come back to visit, the taste is always the same. And as always, it's cash only.

    (5)

  • Emi H.

    I adore Coco Ichiban Curry House! I never expected to be someone who would become a fan of this place because over the years I've passed by it a hundred times and never ever bothered to give it a chance. I just thought it was a Japanese Denny's. Well I love me some Japanese Denny's and you really can't beat what you get for the price. Yes, it's probably not very healthy for you but hot white rice covered with hot curry, served with a side of pickles equals yummy in my tummy. Funny enough, Coco Ichiban is probably my BF's #1 choice when it comes to eating out because he just plain loves eating there. Last time we went to Coco Ichiban we shared the Shabu Shabu curry plate ($6.40) with white rice and got a side order of the chicken cutlet ($1.85). The side of chicken cutlet was a really good portion and I like that we shared it because fried food just sticks to your bum forever. But man is it sweet on the lips! We both left with full tummiesl for under $10. Freaky right? No, just another day at Coco Ichiban Curry House. The staff is really nice and I like that there are containers with ice water right at your table so you can refill your glass anytime you want. Oh and don't forget the endless supply of pickles. Sweet deal & I'm sure we'll be back again in no time!

    (4)

  • Sheila G.

    I love going to curry house! The food is really good. I usually get the beef with spinach or chicken katsu. And their daikon, I can't get enough of it! I love, love, love combining daikon with my food. It goes well with the curry. My bf wanted the corn cream croquette but they ran out :( We've never ordered it but friends have told us that it's delicious. This was the first time I've eaten here at McCully and I have to say that service was good. The waitress was patient enough when we told her we were waiting for a couple more friends. As for the establishment itself, its the typical look you would see at other Curry House establishments. What I hate about their dine-in areas is that the tables can only fit so many people. There were six of us and we managed to squeeze into a four person table.

    (5)

  • Jocy C.

    We got the following: - Beef Curry with Shabu Shabu Beef and Spinach - yelp.com/biz_photos/CiGY… - Squid Ink Curry - yelp.com/biz_photos/CiGY… It was fantastic. The squid ink curry is so black... definitely should have brought some toothpicks.

    (5)

  • Sam C.

    Best Curry of my life.~

    (5)

  • Dianna D.

    I could rave about this place like all of the other reviewers, but I'll just give my straight feedback. GREAT food. Mainlanders from Los Angeles, I don't know how you go about thinking that your Curry House is awesome in Little Tokyo, but you ain't seen nothing yet. I always get the clam curry because I love seafood and am not a fan of katsu. And I really love the pickled vegetables on the side too. Service is pretty decent here. Friendly staff. I love ordering out a lot though, since they put the food in this really cute box with the rice separated from the curry. It was the number one take out food when I was a senior going off campus at Iolani School.

    (4)

  • Rj F.

    Ordered chicken cutlet yesterday, and a few hours after I was throwing up. I'm still throwing up (a full day now) and my stomach is cramping. I think this place needs to have a department of health review. Ain't nobody got time fo being sick!

    (1)

  • Deanna P.

    This place is my go to curry spot when I need comfort food. I usually get the vegetable croquette curry with the small rice. The flavor is always consistently good. The restaurant is always clean and the items on the menu are well priced. It took me awhile to realize I could save 50 cents and get less rice. I normally avoid cash only places because I never carry cash, but I make sure to hit an ATM if I am in the area.

    (4)

  • Norm D.

    I've been a fan of Coco Ichiban Curry House for years and it's definitely one of my FAVORITE places to eat. When you're out with family, friends, or by yourself and that indecisiveness on where to eat happens.... the default answer should be Coco Curry House (any of the locations but preferably the one at McCully as it is open later). You can't go wrong there. What I appreciate about this fine establishment is the consistency that all the locations provide. It's like McDonalds.... when you crave that filet-o-fish, you get a filet-o-fish no matter where you go. So when I go to any Coco Curry House, I have the same expectation of getting that awesome Japanese curry and extras that my taste buds have grown accustomed to for years. However, service can vary from location to location, but the food comes out quick every time. What I usually order is..... (don't judge)... fried chicken, sausage, spinach, and cheese with spicy curry (it's really not that spicy) and a strawberry Calpico to wash it down with. I know it's alot and would be on my way to obesity if I ate this way all the time, but I like to indulge every so often, especially when the food is Ichiban (#1) in my book. So sad they did away with their curry challenge a while back (I think it was 2000 grams of rice and curry to be eaten in 20 minutes). I thought it was crazy, but heck, what would people do for free food and to be immortalized by a Polaroid on a wall with a big smile on their face and a big belly to go with it. This place is definitely a "must-try" if you haven't and a "go to" if you're hungry!

    (5)

  • Lydia E.

    chicken cutlet curry mild with cheese...yum yum! Always hits the spot!!

    (5)

  • Ax C.

    Nothing gourmet at this standard Japanese Curry Franchise but tasty, large portions, reasonable pricing, and clean interior make it a go to lunch spot for many. Great ability to personalize your order to suit your taste.

    (3)

  • Indy I.

    Ramune soda at 1/3 the usual price at a Japanese Matsuri. Brought some home! Friendly Chinese staff serving Japanese curry. Omoshiroi!

    (4)

  • Vina Y.

    For someone who is not a "curry lover", I LOVE this place. I had the chicken curry with a veggie croquet - it was all very delicious. Curry flavor was perfect (sorry I don't know how to describe curry well enough) and the veggie croquet was crispy on the outside, warm and chunky on the inside. I love that you can pick pretty much any add-ons and your size of rice. I hate wasting rice when the curry is all gone and I'm indecisive enough that the options let me add in as much as I want.

    (4)

  • Mitch N.

    All curry houses are judged against Coco Ichiban CUrry House. This includes curry house's across the West Coast too. Tis a shame there isn't one of these in at least LA!? The curry itself is always fantastic, with the right amount of spice. Curry should NEVER have vegetables in it already. No corn or carrots. Just straight sauce. The rice here, is oh so consistent. Something about their rice is just so good. It never disappoints. The toppings available are overwhelming. I usually go for the Chicken Katsu with cheese, though have ordered Shabu beef with spinach at times too. My good friend Monica likes squid with something else... Yuck, though I cant knock it till I try it ;-) Service is always spot on, and prompt. Try to avoid weekdays at noon, as the lunch crowd can get a bit busy.

    (5)

  • Mikee M.

    My all time favorite, chicken and spinach! Made a visit when I came back out to Hawaii! ohhhh yeah, this place always hits the spot.. CURRY CURRY! took some friends along with me, had to share the awesomeness

    (5)

  • Vicky W.

    One of the main reason we came to Honolulu was to eat CoCo's Curry. Yes, we flew all the way from Texas. I had the chicken cutlet, and Tye and mahi and chicken (with an extra order of the chicken cutlet to go). Very good food, very affordable price (I think it was $6-7 per entree). Tye often makes the chicken cutlet curry dish at home because he liked it so much when he's been in Hawaii. His version has more honey - the real thing is less sweet and more like a gravy. Served over white rice. We also got a side salad (Vicky has to have her veggies!), and the house dressing is good as well. Quick service, and you can see them as they're cooking your dinner. Even though the restaurant is rather small, they serve you so quickly they're able to keep food moving. We will definitely be back, probably before the end of the week!

    (5)

  • Gary N.

    I ordered a Stewed Chicken with Jumbo Veggie Croquette and cheese this time. The cheese is surprisingly good with curry. I can't get over how fast the food comes out. Minutes after ordering, the food comes. Food is so fresh and yummy. They had a bunch of new menu items such as the Shrimp Cutlet and more. My food came out to about $8 something and with tip $10.

    (4)

  • Linda P.

    The most amazing comfort food.

    (4)

  • Scott H.

    It's curry. It's cheap. It's cheap curry! It's not horrible, it's not gourmet...it's cheap curry! Seriously, the curry here is great for the price. I get the chicken cutlet and cheese curry. Delicious! It is kinda disheartening to see your meal being "reheated" in plastic bags popped in a microwave...but...it's CHEAP CURRY! Doesn't take CC...lame.

    (3)

  • Michael V.

    I love this place, always get seated right away and the food is always great and it come out pretty fast. The tako balls are amazing with the pork cutlet

    (5)

  • Beth K.

    This place is my jam. If I could, I would eat here for every meal, every day. It's affordable and great for families. My 2-year-old and 10-year-old love their curry!

    (5)

  • Yuko A.

    Doesn't seem like there is much that hasn't been written about Curry House so I'm not going to go drone on about it. My friend and I were looking to eat a cheap dinner at Mccully so we wandering from restaurant to restaurant, looking at menus and specials and finally were debating between Phucket Thai and Curry House.... When we got to Curry House, we couldn't leave. The prices were too good not to and the place wasn't that busy. I got the shabu shabu beef/spinach ($8.05) and added cheese for an additional $1.25 while my friend got the chicken katsu and cheese. My friend and I both grew up eating our parents homemade Japanese curry so we don't eat curry out too much but we were both happy to try out Curry House. It was my first time eating cheese with my curry and it wasn't that bad, definitely added a richness that you don't get with regular curries. I ordered the spicy which was not that spicy, added a little kick but nothing you are chugging your water after every bite. The food came out fast, and we were done in less than 45 minutes. Definitely a great spot for a quick fast, decent meal. CASH ONLY! YELP 365: 173/365

    (4)

  • Qi Y.

    This chain is located in McCully shopping center. It is nostalgic for those who have had CoCo Ichiban in Japan - the flavors are just the same. Quick dine-in and cheap prices make the place a good stop for lunch or dinner. If you're a Japanese curry fan, you wouldn't want to miss this place.

    (4)

  • Amy G.

    I'm not sure what it is about this place but its always a good fall back place to go to. That's not a bad thing at all though. Its never really busy here at McCully, so you'll usually never have to wait for a table/counter. Service here is really quick too. I never have a problem. The curry here is probably one of the best. I usually always get the chicken cutlet w/ cheese or the gyoza curry rice. Another one of my faves is the udon. As long as you love curry, this place is going to have something for everyone. Quick and delicious. and the best part is that its not really pricey at all. It'll run you an avg of $8 if you dont order sides which i normally never do since the curry is so filling already. The best part is that you get to choose how much rice you want. I usually get it with less rice since the regular is too much.

    (4)

  • Chuco T.

    Oh curry house. What does one say? This place has been a staple for years, and to this day is one of our default stops. Im pretty sure ive over this in a previous review, so i wont go into the details of the curry, but seriously... if youre not getting cheese on your curry, youre missing out on life. And if youre really hungry, you can get up to a 500 (but be aware that they dont have containers big enough to take out a 500, so you have to eat in). As far as this particular location, plan to get there a little earlier that usual. Parking at McCully Shopping Center is pretty terrible. Tight stalls, and thats if theres an opening at all. There is a lower parking area underneath the shopping center, but again, tight stalls, and a pretty narrow driveway. Buuuuuuuut, once you get past the unfortunate parking situation, golden brown goodness awaits in the form of warm, stomach satisfying stew. dont forget your order of cream corn croquettes

    (4)

  • Justin R.

    When it comes to Japanese curry with quality at a great price, Curry House is your answer. I always get the local favorite -- Chicken Cutlet (Spicy) with kimchee. This combination has never failed me. My friends and I always take a stop here for a quick grub. The service is friendly and as stated, the prices are great! There are plenty of options including udons if you are not in the mood for rice dishes with curry. The quality and cleanliness of the area is perfect for small get together with friends. At a prime location, nothing is wrong with it at all! There are lots of parking available and if you want fast, easy, cheap, fulfilling, and delicious, consider your next stop here for satisfaction! Remember, CASH ONLY!

    (5)

  • Simon C.

    I always get the Fried Chicken with Gyoza and it never misses the spot. Have this all over the place back where I grew up so its nice to find it out here in California. There are at least three tiers of spiciness here. Mild (anyone can try this), Regular (if you have sensitive taste buds be careful), and the last is a whole new level from 1-10. I tried the 5, which I could handle just barely if I am honest with everyone. The spiciness at this point builds from the moment you start eating it. Its basically curry everything, BUT they do offer a lot. Mabo-tofu, stewed chicken, fried chicken, beef, shrimp tempura, etc etc. There is a lot try here, but again its all Curry! Servers here are pretty nice, although most seem to expect that their guests should know what they are getting. The pricing I find isn't too bad... around $10 or so a plate (maybe less if you skip on adding extra goodies like potstickers) I will be coming back here for sure, mostly because I grew up eating here. If you've never tried curry before... Visit. But I'll be the first to admit curry can get old.

    (4)

  • Christina L.

    Fast food curry! Yum! Located in McCully shopping center. Plenty of parking. Service: Great fast, friendly, and professional servers and staffs. Food: The curry was really good. I had the spinach and gyoza curry and I loved it. It came with plenty of rice, so it was really filling. Overall: I would definitely recommend this place! And it's pretty cheap!! but CASH ONLY.

    (5)

  • Richard H.

    This location hasn't changed much in the years that it has been open. Still offers the best value for a great meal under $10. You can even get several menu items for about $6.50! I ordered the top shell clams with fresh spinach for $8.50, standard size (different portion sizes). They also offer the option to have your order: mild, medium, or spicy. The medium was more like an Indian Curry (I found the medium to be spicy enough). Sweet, pickled daikon and pitcher of water, all self service at your table. I found this to be handy, especially for more spicy curry orders. The food came very quickly, and my server apologized for one plate that took about 1 minute longer than the second. No where near long for either dish. I guess they pride themselves on getting the food out quickly. Great selection of toppings, great value, and quick service.

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    Fifteen years ago, whenever either my best friend or I met a girl and we wanted to know if she would be a good match with us, we would bring her to CoCo Ichibanya to see how she would fare in the ORDEAL OF CURRY. In hindsight this was ridiculous of course; but we loved CoCo Ichibanya curry so much that it seemed to be an accurate predictor of how she would do in a relationship with either one of us. If she balked at the curry, did not like it, or otherwise failed the test, we knew she would not fit in. If she loved it, made creative choices of topping, ate greater than the standard 300g volume or became a fellow CoCo Ichibanya loyalist, we knew she would be a good match for us. And for the record, the girl he brought along one day in 1997 for lunch, who ordered 500g, spinach, cheese, natto and shabu beef ended up becoming his wife four years later. CoCo Ichibanya is also a place to which I have brought every visitor I've hosted to these islands; and every single one of them has loved it (especially the guys) One of them even loved it to such an extreme that much to his wife's dismay, he wanted to return every day of his week long vacation for at least one meal here. Here's what you need to know about CoCo Ichibanya: FOOD: Back in the day, there was a 1300g Challenge. While I can't say I kicked its ass, I did win. Win in the way that I was the second guy to hit the ground during a simultaneous KO by staying up long enough for the ref to declare the other guy out before I lost consciousness. CoCo Ichibanya is that good -- even after that beating, I've still gone back month after month for fifteen years. You choose your volume of rice, which is a medium-grain Japanese style rice. Standard is 300g. There is a 200g size for small eaters. You can theoretically go as high as you want. I tend to go 500g, which is roughly 1.1 pounds. You then choose your spiciness. Never order "mild", it's not the same recipe and tastes like crap. "Regular" is not spicy at all, and has the full flavor that makes CoCo Ichibanya what it is. Then you choose your toppings -- and that's where the fun starts. CoCo Ichibanya has about 40 different toppings you can choose from; all kinds of beef, all kinds of seafood, all kinds of chicken, all kinds of vegetables, tofu -- you name it, if it's a topping that could go with Japanese curry, they'll serve it. There are even strange ones like Cheese, which surprisingly tastes very good with this curry. I tend to order the Chicken Cutlet (katsu), with a Croquette side, Takoyaki, Karaage, Calamari, or Ebi Fry. The more people I have with me, the more side toppings I order. Each of these toppings tend to add roughly $2 on average to your meal, but when distributed among friends, it's cheap and fun. CoCo Ichibanya is a chain restaurant from Japan, and its only restaurants in the US are in Hawaii. The food and restaurant are highly formulaic with very little deviation and good consistency from location to location. The food is authentic, and very delicious. PARKING: Terrible. McCully Shopping Center is notorious for having a serious parking problem. The upstairs lot is perpetually full, and the lot underneath the building fills up very quickly at mealtime. The stalls are also tiny, so when you do finally get a space, the car next to you is about 12 inches away. This parking lot is probably the most frustrating parking lot in Honolulu. ORDERING/ SEATING: 6 Booths of 4, bar seating for 8. Lead times are relatively quick, 10-15 minutes; but wait times can get really long especially during mealtimes and on the weekends where the wait can get over 30 minutes. SERVICE: Friendly, prompt. Everyone speaks English. Water filling is not an issue because they keep pitchers of water on the table (everyone should do this, srsly). No complaints from me in 15 years. ATMOSPHERE: Modern-ish, cool, looks like a chain from Japan, which it is. Casual. Easy-peasy Japanese-y. COST/ VALUE: Excellent. There aren't many places you can eat at these days for $7 or $8 bucks sit down per person and leave satisfied and full. Of course the amount you spend depends on your volume of rice and the amount of toppings you throw on, but generally it's cheap and good here, with a lot of food for you. The only downside is that they are CASH ONLY. VERDICT: 4.5/5 with a nod to 5. For what CoCo Ichibanya is, it's as good as it gets. I've never had better Japanese style curry anywhere else other than in Japan. For me, CoCo Ichibanya is the benchmark by which all other Japanese curries are measured by and failed against. A definite recommendation to try it if you haven't.

    (5)

  • Michelle I.

    Just as good as I remember from my travels to japan... The service was great and didn't have to wait a long time to receive my food! Will be going back!

    (5)

  • Stephanie T.

    If your looking for a filling, super yummy quick fix to dinner, this is the place to go. Although it is small and there are limited seats the wait is usually not to long as diners typically are in and our. You get your food super fast and there is an endless supply of water on your table so you dont have to wait for the waiter to serve you. Great for the price you pay!

    (4)

  • T L.

    My friends and I love curry house and has never had a bad experience. Since many places that don't serve alcohol allow BYOB, we decided to call and see if we can bring our own beer. The guy who answered the phone clearly said you can BYOB and so we bought beer. But when we came in, the server said you can't BYOB and claimed no one misinformed us and implied we called the wrong location. I showed the waitress my phone with the number and she verified we called the right number, but said we were misinformed. Normal places at that point will grant the customer's request due to misinformation of the worker who answered the phone.

    (2)

  • Zar A.

    Simple Japanese curry. Nothing fancy but enjoyable. Small dinning place. Eat, enjoy, and come out happy. What's there to fuss about? My favorite toppings (separate or combos): --Chicken Katsu (battered chicken) --Tonkatsu (battered pork) --Just vegetables --Mushrooms --Goyza --Shrimp Tempura --Kim chee Udon curry is also a favorite of mine. Don't forget to splash some of their pickles on the side!

    (4)

  • CC L.

    Great place to grab quick food, good for dine in or take outs. Be back for sure for some quick and tasty curries. Would not recommend to come in large group because the table can sit maximum of 4. Btw, ventilation could be better, always smell like chicken katsu after eating there

    (4)

  • Arbine V.

    My husband and I hadn't been to Curry House in a long time so when some new friends of ours wanted to meet there for dinner we were pretty stoked. Since we are creatures of habit my husband ordered the mapo tofu with cheese and I ordered the curry with fried chicken and cheese. It's always delicious. Some things of note: Parking can sometimes be difficult at McCully Shopping Center but if you go during non-peak lunch or dinner times, it's not so bad. They leave a water pitcher at the table. A 200 gram portion of rice with curry can be ordered for a discounted price. It's a good thing that we don't live super close to one because we'd probably be eating there once a week. Curry House, Je t'aime.

    (5)

  • dena y.

    I love Japanese curry! This place never disappoints. I used to get the gyoza mild curry but found my new favorite of shabu shabu beef and spinach! I love the tsukemono (pickled veggies) that comes with the curry. Remember this place is cash only!

    (5)

  • Gladys M.

    My husband and I go to this location every time we find ourselves (individually, or together) in Oahu. The food here doesn't disappoint, and it's just like the one we used to go to in Okinawa--well, at least I think so. My husband says "it's close enough".

    (5)

  • Ashley T.

    It's Curry House so of course I'm a fan. I frequent this location most because of the convenient parking and dining area. This location is located in McCully Shopping Center so there is lots of parking unless you come during peak hours. But enough on the parking...let's talk about curry. The food is bomb! (in a good way). I've always like their curry and had no problems with them. The menu stays consistent but within the past year they have changed the menu adding new items like oyster curry and the curry udon. Curry udon?? I know I was like who would want to eat that...BUT apparently it's the talk of the town. I personally have not tried it because the thought of curry with udon does not sound appetizing to my taste. But a chicken cutlet spicy curry with cheese and corn sounds good to me. I like to order mines with small rice...because seriously they already give tons of rice and I don't need too much. PLUS if you tell them small rice you get a price deduction of a few cents..I don't know the exact amount. As for the environment, this place offers seating at the counter or in booths with one table with chairs (no booths). They immediately greet you when you walk in...like all the workers greet you (event the ones cooking). My only recommendation for this place is bring CASH. NO CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED. I know right?! You would think that every place would have some kind of credit card machine being that debit/credit cards being in use so much now. Got no cash? There is an ATM in 7-11 and one in front of the elevator.

    (4)

  • Henry O.

    Ive been craving Curry every since i left Curry House CoCo in Thailand last october. Was in Waikiki with a few friends that wanted Curry too so we decided to stop by. Service was rushed, food was good, but not as great as my plate in Thailand. But it definitely hit the spot for something fast and easy.

    (3)

  • Rupert L.

    Chicken cutlet or the beef shabu shabu. I wish I can just ordered both but I'll never finish it if I do. Nothing special really, it's just a very convenient place for me to eat and get rid of my cravings.

    (4)

  • Lyn C.

    The curry fanatic in me LOVED this place!!! It's very nice that you get to pick the amount of rice they give you. I don't eat much rice, and the standard amount was just a little more than enough for me. I also got a salad to balance out all the fried food and curry. I liked the sesame dressing so much got a bottle to bring home! All together we had: Fried chicken Tako balls Pork cutlet Corn croquette + cheese It was so good and filling. Exactly what I needed after a long, chilly bus ride back from North Shore. Quick and friendly service. Would definitely come back if I had the chance to.

    (5)

  • Jacob N.

    Since I've already Yelped about another Curry House location I'll be brief with this one. The consistency of product in all the Curry House locations I've been to so far has been pretty excellent. It's pretty much the same flavor and quality across the board. The service is always very quick, and you can only pay with cash. You can't go wrong with Curry House curry. For my curry, or udon natto and cheese is always a must for me! I'll add on any other topping if I'm in the mood, but I won't do without my natto and cheese staples! The area that this branch is in is a nice central location, however, parking sucks a big one. You can find a stall to park here during non-peak hours, but during meal times it'll be a challenge. McCully shopping center definitely needs a parking revamp and addition, but I have no idea where they could fit more stalls without making the tiny stalls they already have any more cramped.

    (4)

  • Daniel C.

    I really like the food they serve here because it's good, cheap and hardy. If you've never eaten here before, try the curry dish with cheese because once you get it, you won't order any curry dish there without it. I like how they look like after the remodel as it's more clean and comfortable inside.

    (4)

  • Lan N.

    Can't go wrong with yummy yet still cheap food. It's only a few dollars to add another meat to your dish and they will take 50 cents off your entree if you need less rice. How bout that? One entree was enough to fill us. My husband likes this so much; he said its one of his fave restaurants in the island.

    (4)

  • Sandie J.

    We were seated quickly, and the staff was very attentive. Since it was our first time, our waitress helped us decide which plates to order. I ordered the local favorite, Chicken Cutlet Curry w/cheese, and my hubby ordered the Beef Shabu-Shabu. We shared plates, and it was funny because we each preferred the others! ;) Good food, not too bad of a price (Honolulu is expensive!), and we left satisfied! We'd go again! :)

    (3)

  • Krista G.

    The portions here are quite large and let me tell you: curry is NOT delicious leftover. I went here with my sister and a friend. We all ordered different things so we could try everything! The spicy (regular) curry is, in fact, not spicy but is significantly better than the mild. My friend got the chicken curry with spinach and it was delicious.What I really liked about it was that the chicken was shredded and therefore it was easier to mix with the rice and significantly easier to pick up with the chopsticks and fit it all in our mouths! I ordered the chicken cutlet (which is basically chicken katsu) with cheese which had very large chunky piece. The pieces were delicious, but since there are not any knives it was difficult to eat this in conjunction with the curry and rice. I was surprised how well the cheese blended with the curry and the chicken. It was fantastical! My sister ordered the fried chicken which was good too, but probably the unhealthiest. We also got sides of gyoza, vegetable croquette, and some new shrimp ball things. My favorite of the sides was the croquette. As mentioned in other reviews, there is a pitcher of water on the table which is convenient for those of us who are constantly needed to be hydrated.

    (4)

  • Cynthia L.

    5 stars for the curry udon with chicken katsu and an egg! I was swimming in tasty curry goodness. The crispy, crunchy chicken katsu added a nice texture to the noodle soup, too. A great value for under $10. Try it if you get bored of the curry and rice theme.

    (5)

  • E C.

    Excellent meals and a great value! Love this tiny place, mainly a take-out with seating for around 6 people. There will be a line here, but service is very quick. I don't know how they do it, but the kitchen is no larger than my hotel bathroom and the entire restaurant could fit in my hotel room. Huge menu for such a small shop. Got to come back soon before I leave town and try other things, but I really enjoyed my fried chicken/gyoza curry plate.

    (5)

  • Onassis K.

    If you're looking for a place to get a quick and easy delicious curry meal this is it. Combos are endless and it's really just a matter of picking what you like. My current favorite is the shabu shabu beef ,spinach & gyoza w/ Spicy curry. Depending how I feel I'll add cheese to it and if I'm dining in I may opt for the udon noodles instead of rice. So my overall opinion of this place is 2 thumbs up. It's clean they are quick with the food and I've never had a bad experience there. Helpful tip to remember is that this place is a cash only establishment so in other words, make sure you got enough "chedda" for you and your girl pimpin'. Aight than shoots!

    (4)

  • Chanel M.

    Super good! Fast service here which i like. I didn't even have to wait 10 mins for my food.

    (5)

  • June L.

    Whoa quick service, price is great! And the menu is extensive... lots of selections. However, the curry was rather mild, not too spicy. Generally tasty, but in my opinion, curry can be even better! Will revisit even though almost no veg here!

    (3)

  • Jaswant A. S.

    Remember the Five Rangers (秘密戦隊ゴレンジャー)?? The original Japanese TV series that started the whole "super sentai" thing that the Power Rangers were based on? Well one of the few things I remember about the show was that the Yellow Ranger had an obsession with curry. The evil organization in the show would often use a lone bowl of curry left sitting somewhere he just happened to pass by to set a trap for him. And he fell for it each time. But wait - it was not just ANY type of curry but JAPANESE CURRY!!! That was also the first type of curry I had as a kid and I loved it. Nowadays I like all sorts of curries - Indian, Thai, Indonesian, Burmese, etc but every so often I specifically crave Japanese curry. And what better place to satisfy that craving than a place like Curry House?! So I went with two other folks right when it opened around 11AM and we all ordered Japanese curry with different toppings. I had the tonkatsu and mushroom curry. There are multiple possibilities since you can do half of one item and half another. It was all very tasty and satisfied my craving. When it came time to pay I realized the place was CASH ONLY! Mother fornication! Luckily someone else in our group had enough cash to cover it. I get it when some one-of-a-kind "old school" one-location-only mom and pop place that's been around since before statehood is cash only because the 80 year old woman running the place can't run a credit card machine or doesn't even know what those newfangled cards the whippersnappers are waving around are all about - but this is a freaking major chain with locations all over. WTF!?! Yeah. I know. It's a company from Japan. Maybe something got lost in translation. Maybe they'll figure it out the next time I come to Hawaii. That'll give 'em a few years to get their act together. In the meantime, it's on the corner of McCully and Kapiolani in a mall with tons of restaurants - there is a decent-sized parking lot but there are also many many restaurants. Wasn't crowded when we got there but your mileage may vary.

    (4)

  • Mike W.

    I've always been a fan of Curry House, but this time wasn't the greatest. My girlfriend and I were craving curry, so we decided to stop by the McCully location. We went in, and there was a group for 3 on the list ahead of us. I saw there was plenty of space on the counter and no available staff so I put my name on the list expecting to be called soon. Neither myself or the other group specified a preference for seating, but the group ahead of us got seat once a table opened up. This was like 20 minutes later. Shortly after, a group of guys walked in when there was available staff and got seated at the counter. I said something to one of the staff and she told me we'd be seated as soon as a seat became available. The another staff come out and calls a couple that was there after us. I then went in and complained as it had been like 45 minutes. I didn't approach the couple, and neither did the staff but they did get up and insisted we be seated first even after I told them we would wait. I was actually about to leave for another location. Anyways, food was good as usual but next time I will be visiting another location.

    (2)

  • Jonathan Q.

    I was forced to come here at first, it turned out to very good. thus, my addiction and craving for this place made it one of my go to places for lunch. As always it's excellent and consistent. Though you may have to wait a while for takeout, it's worth it. Portions are bigger than other locations

    (5)

  • Angela C.

    Oh my god, this curry place can seriously compare to the ones we tried in Japan - yes it's that good! This one is located near the H1 freeway on the far end of Waikiki by a 7-eleven. We ordered: Pork cutlet and kimchee curry ($7.20) - the pork was perfectly breaded and crisp. The kimchee really enhances the flavor adding a wonderful crunch and spice to this traditional dish. We also added corn and fried shrimp to it. They have a variety of toppings so you can load up on all the toppings you want. Stewed chicken and spinach udon ($8.35) - i was craving curry with udon and woow, call me impressed! We also added kimchee to this dish and the flavors melded together wonderfully (I was worried it'd taste weird with the spinach). The udon was nice and chewy and the portion was HUGE. You can easily share every dish here between 2 people. This place beats Curry House and Hurry Curry in California... Coco Ichiban - I think it's about time you made your way to the mainland!

    (5)

  • Sara C.

    one of the best curry dishes i've had! apparently this is an international chain but i've never tried it and it was recommended by a friend so we took a short stroll over after being dropped off by our tour bus just a few blocks away. the restaurant is situated inside a small shopping center which consists of a variety of asian restaurants. the place was small but when we went, there were plenty of seating. service was quick and the food was delicious. i had the tofu curry with gyoza and fish balls. my plate was just the right amount of food for me, which is surprising because i rarely finish my entire meal. i would cry and say bring this chain to the mainland, but they already have. so i wont cry about not being able to dine at another curry house. CASH ONLY. side note: restrooms are located outside on the 2nd floor, ask the server for the key.

    (4)

  • Mitsi T.

    Curry is usually just curry to me, not much different from what i make at home, but always a solid meal. What makes this curry different are the add ins. I had stewed chicken with spinach and mixed veggies. I was expecting the standard frozen carrots, green beans, and corn, and was pleasantly surprised to discover kabocha (japanese pumpkin), lotus roots, and mushrooms! Also ordered a croquette that was very good, but wish i could've tried the cream croquette. They were sold old. Boo

    (4)

  • Jess C.

    Does kimchi and curry taste good? Yup! The complimentary pickled vegetables are great with the curry. Adds a nice crunch and tang to the curry. Also, the salad dressing was amazing. I could barely stuff both the salad and the curry into my belly. Good thing I surfed for a couple hours beforehand! Next time I'd come back for sure for the beef stew, the bulgogi was too fatty for me.

    (4)

  • Lisa S.

    Curry House is my home food when I'm living at the dorm. I love everything about this place: cheap, simple, delicious, and great service. My favorite curry is the chicken cutlet curry with natto!!! For all you natto lovers, this is soooo delightful. Love those stinky, slimy beans with my curry....yummm!! And what makes this dish better is the takuan! It definitely brings that extra kick to the dish. Another curry dish that I enjoy is the creamy corn croquette. I'm not really a "corny" person (haha!) but it was really sweet and tasty! Too bad they don't add more croquette. I went to many Curry House locations, but the one that I enjoy most is the one near UH.

    (5)

  • Ward K.

    Ok I have to admit I was a big fan of this place until I went yesterday and saw how my food was being made. Maybe it is just this location but I highly doubt it. First off they only take cash which in this day and age most places take plastic. On to the part of seeing how they made the food. I was watching them bring out plastic bags of food and throwing them into microwave ovens. If you ever done research how it is bad for you to eat food cooked in a microwave ove then you would know why I'm against it. Sites like this: globalhealingcenter.com/… as well as many others tells why it isn't. After seeing this, I asked one of the workers if they used a microwave oven in making my order and he said no, not mine. So I kept an eye on what food was going in the microwave and where it was being served. My chicken most definitely was heated in the microwave. So having to pay cash for my order, seeing them heat food up in the microwave and being lied to was a big disappointment to me. I do have to admit that their food does taste good and that it is a good deal but I will be staying away unless they change the way they make their food.

    (2)

  • Julie B.

    Not bad. The spicy chicken katsu udon was very tasty, but my pork katsu had a very odd flavor and texture. When we broke into it to see why it was so chewy, it was a very uniform pattern of striated meat that was overcooked and way over-processed. It was also too thick, which was probably why they had to over-fry it in order for it all to be cooked through. That said, if you are looking for a standard Curry House experience, it isn't a bad option, provided that you stick to the chicken. If you really care about the texture of the katsu, you may want to choose another option.

    (3)

  • Ellen C.

    Curry House serves tasty Japanese curry, aka "good but somewhat generic brown sauce" served over your choice of filling (meat or veggies). The sauce sits heating on the stove in huge vats ready to be poured over your rice or udon noodles; hearty and rib-sticking comfort food it is, gourmet or made-to-order cuisine it is not. Since the sauce is ubiquitously used in all dishes, it doesn't matter which filling you choose, all will taste creamy and flavourful. All in all, the food is both yummy and cheap, which suits me just fine.

    (4)

  • Lynne H.

    I have to admit that I love consistency in service and food and this place never fails. The workers are pleasant and the service is efficient, plus it doesn't hurt that they have a pitcher of ice cold water at every table for refills. There is also a container of tsukemono/pickles at every table that you can help yourself to. I like this location because it has both booths and counter seats. The booths make it kid friendly and they offer a kids meal....curry with corn, jello, Ritz Bitz, and a Calpico drink. The curry is very mild. Even their spicy curry is mild and the shaker of chili powder will help to spice it up heat wise. They do take out orders, but they don't have take-out menus (at least not the times I've asked for one). At the front they sell the tsukemono/pickles that they have at the table, but somehow pickles that you pay for just don't taste as good as pickles that are free ;) ** as a lot of reviewers mentioned the parking at McCully Shopping Center is pretty bad, and the stalls are tiny. There is also parking underneath the shopping center, but that can get crowded during peak hours.

    (4)

  • Papiloa J.

    Total Fan! Easily The Best 'Quick' Curry House on Oahu! *Service: Super Friendly, Attentive, Quick *Ambience: Diner-Style Seating, Casual *Food: On Point & Always Delish! *Beverages: Basic Sodas, Juices, Some JPN Drinks *Price: CHEAP (yay!) *Parking: Limited and awkward to maneuver around (Mccully Shp Ctr in general) -Parking lot available below though! Good For: Quick Cheap Delicious Japanese Curry With A Friend, The BF, GF, Hubby or Wife. Recommendations: -Order the squid salad to start. Try both of their dressings and find your fave! -Bring Cash - CASH ONLY. American Savings Bank ATM right outside. -If there are two of you, get an udon and a rice dish and share in the yumminess! Papi Says: "CurryHouse Mccully? Yes Please!"

    (4)

  • Juliann C.

    Curry House! The service is always good, quick and easy. That's probably the main reason why I eat at curry house. It's usually a place I just wanna get in and out of for a quick bite. I have to warn you though, this food is Kanack Attack man.... like you will want to KNOCK out after eating here. The curry though, is delicious. So flavorful. And it's extra good with sides you can order like kimchee and sausages! yummm. AND the prices are cheap.

    (3)

  • Elvis H.

    I LOVE THIS PLACE. service is ok i like the fact that they have a pitcher of water there for you on the table cause i drink a lot of water. Just wish i knew about this place when they had their curry challenge I think i could of done it.

    (5)

  • Candice A.

    I am not really into curry, but this curry is the only curry I would eat. Out of all my visits, I haven't got any bad services. Every time me and my friend or my boyfriend enter, most of the staff would say "Irasshaimase!" very loud. Like wow! Sometimes all the tables are taken and the longest I have waited was about 5-10 minutes. Not that bad. I usually order a Katsu curry or Gyoza curry. It's always delicious. The service is great, we were able to refill our cup with water. The price is reasonable. They should extend the dining room. Guarantee they would make more money.

    (5)

  • Dion L.

    Super delicious curry + tons of options and super fast and well priced? We need one of these in Charlotte! First off, I ADORE how the menu is made of photos so you know exactly what your getting. The curry is super thick and rich and savory, and the rice can be adjusted to your hunger level. (Small portion, regular, large, etc.) The regular even is ENORMOUS and enough even for two people to share...but you won't want to it is sooooo good! Being able to add things like cheese or spinach also make each dish your own. Our server was super cheery and helpful in helping us make our decisions. Dishes started coming out a few minutes after we ordered...and yes, love the pitcher of water at our table. Maybe I should open a Curry House near me...

    (5)

  • K C.

    My husband and I come here for curry multiple times a month. My husband spent time in Japan where he first had cocos. When we first went here I went in thinking I would not like the food, and after my first visit I almost really didn't. The next day I swear I just started craving it and now I can never get enough. The service is fast and friendly. Even when there is a wait for a booth we've never spent more than ten minutes waiting. Most times we go in we are seated right away, place our orders, and have our food within ten minutes. I enjoy the chicken cutlet curry, spicy with cheese. My husband goes between chicken cutlet and the squid. Also the gyoza and shrimp shumai are very good. Don't be like me and try to avoid this place because it is not the type of food you typically eat, you will really be missing out!

    (5)

  • Kimo S.

    I've always found this place to be quick, delicious and it hits a certain spot when I have a craving for curry. Not just any curry but you get that craving when you want 'THAT' curry... it's Curry House time! The options are fantastic, I always stick to the chicken katsu + beef shabu shabu for the textural meaty goodness that always leaves me happy while waddling home. The best feature here? Pitchers of water at your table... no waiting, no flagging servers down, no grumbling about servers not checking on your water. Bam. Water at your table. Ingenious. Curry House should patented this invention since I can't remember another place that does this. Heck, maybe they did. Hot white rice? Check! Delicious toppings to pile on? Check! Smothered in gooey curry until it is falling off the plate? Check! Water at the table? Check!

    (5)

  • Allison S.

    I was surprised by the reviews for this place because it was not that great. To me, it tasted a little better than instant curry. I had the shabu shabu beef with spinach, and it just felt like the curry was watered down completely. I also ordered spicy, which (surprise!) was not spicy at all. The BF had the katsu which is around the same as what you would find in other places. I'd skip this place and head somewhere else for lunch!

    (2)

  • Brandon Z.

    May be it's just me, but I'm not opposed to curry and neither am I a fan, in particular. The pros: 1. You know that you are getting something most likely deep fried with an option of mild(slightly spicy, but in my calliente meter I put it at 2.5 out of 10) or regular(not spicy) curry . 2. If you go to the one on Kapiolani there is a huge parking lot 3. Service is nice, the people are always kind and willing to make separate checks 4. I ordered the Chicken Katsu, my friends ordered the udon and the chicken cutlet. They were all decent and not over or under done. 5. Proportions are comparable for what you pay for. The cons: 1. The parking lot on Kapiolani is angled funny and makes manuevering difficult. 2. It's curry and it's not going to wow you like duck confit with mango chutney. 3. CASH ONLY!!! A modern day dilemma in Oahu -_- Overall: Just look at the cons. You know what your wins are going into a place like this. The ambiance is not going to amaze you. Plus CASH ONLY!!!! -_-

    (3)

  • Lyman W.

    The kalbi/fried chicken is yummy with a side of kim.chee for .85 now thats what I am talking about!

    (4)

  • Arthur S.

    I live really close to this place, and its way too convenient for me to frequent this place regularly. I used to eat curry ALL the TIME, maybe 2-3 times per week. **CAUTION: Coco Ichibanya is known to have side effects of over fullness, drowsiness, and reduce overall reaction time which is usually referred to as having a KNACK ATTACK. The curry here is so flavorful and it combines perfectly with a bedding of rice. Japanese style curry is the best kind of curry, dark sweet spicy sauce over soft steamy rice and a deep fried seafood, meat or vegetable of your choosing. ALL of it is best when soaked in the thick dark curry sauce. Its sooo good that if Coco Ichibanya made shakes out of the same ingredients they used to make the plates, id probably drink it. At the same time id probably gain several pounds a week. Curry House Structure: Nice amount of seating to hold alot of customers. Seats in the booths are comfortable, and make it too easy to fall asleep after eating a warm hearty curry plate. There's also counter seating so you can watch the cooks create the curry. PRICING: Great pricing for the quality of food served here. Best Japanese curry on the island and at a great price, unbeatable in my opinion! Coco Ichibanya also provides the customers with OPTIONS! feeling that fuel tank is running low.. ADD more RICE and CURRY SAUCE for a bigger meal. You can even pick from a list of sides for a few bucks extra. Coco Ichibanya you have me going COCO for curry. I hope to come back to you in the future when i feel like I'm having one of my thinner days.

    (5)

  • Nat W.

    I love Japanese curry and I guess I expected the Japanese high standard quality. The parking was a pain in the neck. Although the service was good and the price was reasonable, the quality was just okay. I ordered the chicken cutlet curry and the cutlet was really thin and the meat was almost all fat. The curry was very bland and had no vegetable whatsoever. Honestly I thought the curry I make is so much better!

    (3)

  • Matthew P.

    One of the things that tipped the scales to five stars? A pitcher of water on the table. Awesome. Yes it disappointed me when I asked for it spicy and it came out "American" spicy, which is to say I think I may have felt a slight tinge of heat... Maybe. Therefore the water was not really needed. But just the thought was great. Besides the "heat" of the dish, the meal was amazing. We were greeted kindly and told to sit wherever we wanted. We ordered the Chicken Katsu and Chz (very good, reminded us both of chili), and the shabu shabu beef with spinach (also very good and the spicier of the dish). The food came out extremely quick. We are still jet lagged so even though we are in our mid 20s we are acting like we are in our mid 70s. Dinner for us was at 5:30 (damn no early bird special). But there is great service at least! Come here. I know it's a chain and I'm skeptical of chains, but then again, if it's a chain they are obviously doing something right. And this place was great.

    (5)

  • JJ L.

    Curry House, oh how I love thee. Had I been an avid, committed and informed yelp-er since its inception, I would try my hardest to be the "Dukedom" and "yelp! Elite" of everything that is Coco Ichiban Curry House in Honolulu, Hawaii. I LOVE ... let me try to rephrase this because "love" is an understatement ... I absolutely adore/crave/breathe/need/lust for curry from Curry House. Japanese style curry is awesome for everyone and anyone. I feel that the 4 Honolulu locations rank in "taste" and service as follows: 1. McCully Shopping Center (1st floor a couple stores down from 7-11) 2. University Ave. (Pucks Alley, in between Varsity Bar and Nijiya Japanese Food Market) 3. Pearl Kai Shopping Center (next to KuruKuru Sushi) 4. Ala Moana Shopping Center (smallest one; right by the Food Court exit out to the parking structure) I've also eaten at a Curry House location in Tokyo (Asakusa) and it might sound silly, but I never knew curry could be elevated to such amazingly palette-pleasing awesomeness; it was really that much better tasting! That's not to say that the curry at the Honolulu locations is bad ... it's AMAZING. The dishes are reasonably priced and affordable and you can count on them to always be piping hot and fresh (save for the chicken katsu, since they tend to pre-cook several pieces d/t its popularity). A few tips and suggestions: - Order in this order: TOPPINGS, SIZE (rice volume), and SPICY or MILD - Order "SOS" or "sauce on the side" and you can dip your choice toppings to your heart's content - Order gyoza or takoyaki on the side so they aren't soggy/soaked - the cream corn croquette is not the original "Japanese brand" - so it's not as delicious - if FRIED isn't in your vocabulary, stick to spinach, mixed vegetables and mabo tofu - I'd stick to the normal/default size because it's portioned just-right (the smaller size/200cc is NOT ENOUGH) The Chicken Katsu and Cheese curry combination is a MUST TRY! You won't be disappointed ... try asking for the cheese on the side and they'll give you a bowl full of shredded cheddar cheese so you can portion it to taste, otherwise the melted cheese turns the curry into a gooey, delicious adventure (think a fresh, piping hot mozzarella pizza slice with drips and strings of cheese covering your chin)

    (5)

  • D A.

    My always "to go" spot for cheap and tasty Japanese style curry. My fave is always the regular fried chicken spicy for $7.14. When dining in I also enjoy their udon curry with fried chicken. Get it to go when its crowded since its usually ready to go in about 5 mins.

    (4)

  • Darren N.

    Getting there: Easy to find though parking at McCully can be a hassle as it's always busy. Ambiance: Though I didn't sit to eat, they have comfortable-looking seating and at-the-counter seating as well. Service: Can't comment but when I order take out from this place I never see customers complaining. Food: Japanese-style curry with a local spin on it. Generous serving of white rice, though it can be on the mushy side though that doesn't bother me. I tend to favor the savory, and filling, chicken-katsu curry with melted cheddar. I also favor the spicy curry, which is not overly spicy, to their only other option: mild. A wide range of meat / veggie curry dishes are available to choose from. Who to bring: 4-6 people max given their layout. How much to bring: Reasonable prices, below 10 bucks will fill you up. Verdict: Five stars for the food and price including the quick and convenient service of take-out. Have gotten food from this place multiple times. Definitely a great option for a quick curry fix. Final notes: You can call in a take out order but if you don't, you won't have to wait long anyway.

    (5)

  • Anthony L.

    Before Curry House in California expanded their menus, the only place I could get Chicken Katsu Curry with cheeeeeeeeeeeese, was here! Very good service, inexpensive, great curry and cheeeeeeeeese! (Yes I love cheese lol)

    (4)

  • Esther Y.

    Theres a bunch of these Coco Ichiban Curry Houses everywhere in Hawaii, and I'm glad I finally got to go to one! Japanese curry is one of my favorite types of curry (my other favorite is Korean curry), and I absolutely loved the curry here. I got the katsu with curry, takoyaki, and fried oysters, and I must say -- that takoyaki is one of the best takoyaki I've ever had. And that includes the ones I've had in Osaka, Japan, which is famous for them. I asked for extra curry to take home over my leftover rice and they were nice enough to give me a few extra scoops. Yum!

    (5)

  • Sara S.

    Curry house has always been one of my favs so I gotta write a review!! I'll keep it short and sweet... MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH CHEESE! MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH CHEESE! MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH CHEESE! or if you're feeling extra hungry, MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH GYOZA AND CHEESE! MAPO TOFU CURRY WITH GYOZA AND CHEESE! I used to get the chicken katsu curry with cheese and don't get me wrong it's delicious but I always felt so oily and greasy after eating it. Also for all you cheese doubters, cheese really adds a great element to curry! It thickens it up and makes it creamier! You gotta try it! Basically I'm writing because when I went today I found out that you can order SMALLER portions of rice for 50 cents less!! I did not know that this was an option!!! This is good for me because I normally don't eat all the rice anyways and they still give you enough to use with all your curry! I believe the difference is 200g vs. the normal 300g of rice. Curry house will always be the take-out/fast eating in place that I keep coming back to!

    (5)

  • Wayne S.

    Wow talk about a non enjoyable meal. Saw four cooks and three hostess/waitresses. All looked totally uninterested in their jobs. None were motivated to provide anything close to customer service. Caught one standing behind the counter not even trying to hide her huge open-mouthed yawn. All the waitresses/servers do is drag their okole around looking like they are moping around as they take the order and serve the food. Not once did anyone come by to ask how the food is. I also did notice as they servers/waitresses/cashiers were handling the cash only payments, no one washed their hands or wore gloves when handling the cash then handling the food. As we were leaving not one person said bye and thank you. I don't get it, what happened to this place? When they re-branded from the happy fun yellow to the morgue like black so did the customer service and the welcoming feel. OH yeah, we did fill out them comment sheets and gave it to the cashier as we were leaving and she just tossed it to the side, I bet its going into the out file.

    (1)

  • kristin e.

    Curry House is my hands down, FAVORITE place to eat whenever I'm in Honolulu. I wish the Kuhio location was still around but the Ala Moana and this McCully locations aren't bad either. Even though there are so many curry topping options, I always get the chicken katsu w/ cheese and a side of kimchi. ALWAYS. My first time at the Curry House over 11 yrs ago, I've ordered the udon but since then fell in love with the katsu curry w/ cheese and kimchi. Service here was great and the food was excellent as usual. I always miss eating here when I'm not in HI but every time I come back to visit, the taste is always the same. And as always, it's cash only.

    (5)

  • Emi H.

    I adore Coco Ichiban Curry House! I never expected to be someone who would become a fan of this place because over the years I've passed by it a hundred times and never ever bothered to give it a chance. I just thought it was a Japanese Denny's. Well I love me some Japanese Denny's and you really can't beat what you get for the price. Yes, it's probably not very healthy for you but hot white rice covered with hot curry, served with a side of pickles equals yummy in my tummy. Funny enough, Coco Ichiban is probably my BF's #1 choice when it comes to eating out because he just plain loves eating there. Last time we went to Coco Ichiban we shared the Shabu Shabu curry plate ($6.40) with white rice and got a side order of the chicken cutlet ($1.85). The side of chicken cutlet was a really good portion and I like that we shared it because fried food just sticks to your bum forever. But man is it sweet on the lips! We both left with full tummiesl for under $10. Freaky right? No, just another day at Coco Ichiban Curry House. The staff is really nice and I like that there are containers with ice water right at your table so you can refill your glass anytime you want. Oh and don't forget the endless supply of pickles. Sweet deal & I'm sure we'll be back again in no time!

    (4)

  • Sheila G.

    I love going to curry house! The food is really good. I usually get the beef with spinach or chicken katsu. And their daikon, I can't get enough of it! I love, love, love combining daikon with my food. It goes well with the curry. My bf wanted the corn cream croquette but they ran out :( We've never ordered it but friends have told us that it's delicious. This was the first time I've eaten here at McCully and I have to say that service was good. The waitress was patient enough when we told her we were waiting for a couple more friends. As for the establishment itself, its the typical look you would see at other Curry House establishments. What I hate about their dine-in areas is that the tables can only fit so many people. There were six of us and we managed to squeeze into a four person table.

    (5)

  • Jocy C.

    We got the following: - Beef Curry with Shabu Shabu Beef and Spinach - yelp.com/biz_photos/CiGY… - Squid Ink Curry - yelp.com/biz_photos/CiGY… It was fantastic. The squid ink curry is so black... definitely should have brought some toothpicks.

    (5)

  • Sam C.

    Best Curry of my life.~

    (5)

  • Dianna D.

    I could rave about this place like all of the other reviewers, but I'll just give my straight feedback. GREAT food. Mainlanders from Los Angeles, I don't know how you go about thinking that your Curry House is awesome in Little Tokyo, but you ain't seen nothing yet. I always get the clam curry because I love seafood and am not a fan of katsu. And I really love the pickled vegetables on the side too. Service is pretty decent here. Friendly staff. I love ordering out a lot though, since they put the food in this really cute box with the rice separated from the curry. It was the number one take out food when I was a senior going off campus at Iolani School.

    (4)

  • Rj F.

    Ordered chicken cutlet yesterday, and a few hours after I was throwing up. I'm still throwing up (a full day now) and my stomach is cramping. I think this place needs to have a department of health review. Ain't nobody got time fo being sick!

    (1)

  • Grace B.

    PARTY OF 3 SERVICE They were extremely nice. They answered all my questions even though I sounded like an amateur eater for curry. They were very patient with all my crazy questions. ENVIRONMENT We chose to sit at the bar counter. There we were able to face the workers and cooks. The place is clean and modern looking. FOOD I ordered the chicken cutlet with spinach curry with steamed white rice. It was soooooo good. I loved it. I practically ate every piece. Delicious! CONCLUSION I would definitely recommend it if you like Curry. Tastes very good!

    (4)

  • Norm D.

    I've been a fan of Coco Ichiban Curry House for years and it's definitely one of my FAVORITE places to eat. When you're out with family, friends, or by yourself and that indecisiveness on where to eat happens.... the default answer should be Coco Curry House (any of the locations but preferably the one at McCully as it is open later). You can't go wrong there. What I appreciate about this fine establishment is the consistency that all the locations provide. It's like McDonalds.... when you crave that filet-o-fish, you get a filet-o-fish no matter where you go. So when I go to any Coco Curry House, I have the same expectation of getting that awesome Japanese curry and extras that my taste buds have grown accustomed to for years. However, service can vary from location to location, but the food comes out quick every time. What I usually order is..... (don't judge)... fried chicken, sausage, spinach, and cheese with spicy curry (it's really not that spicy) and a strawberry Calpico to wash it down with. I know it's alot and would be on my way to obesity if I ate this way all the time, but I like to indulge every so often, especially when the food is Ichiban (#1) in my book. So sad they did away with their curry challenge a while back (I think it was 2000 grams of rice and curry to be eaten in 20 minutes). I thought it was crazy, but heck, what would people do for free food and to be immortalized by a Polaroid on a wall with a big smile on their face and a big belly to go with it. This place is definitely a "must-try" if you haven't and a "go to" if you're hungry!

    (5)

  • Lydia E.

    chicken cutlet curry mild with cheese...yum yum! Always hits the spot!!

    (5)

  • Ax C.

    Nothing gourmet at this standard Japanese Curry Franchise but tasty, large portions, reasonable pricing, and clean interior make it a go to lunch spot for many. Great ability to personalize your order to suit your taste.

    (3)

  • Indy I.

    Ramune soda at 1/3 the usual price at a Japanese Matsuri. Brought some home! Friendly Chinese staff serving Japanese curry. Omoshiroi!

    (4)

  • Vina Y.

    For someone who is not a "curry lover", I LOVE this place. I had the chicken curry with a veggie croquet - it was all very delicious. Curry flavor was perfect (sorry I don't know how to describe curry well enough) and the veggie croquet was crispy on the outside, warm and chunky on the inside. I love that you can pick pretty much any add-ons and your size of rice. I hate wasting rice when the curry is all gone and I'm indecisive enough that the options let me add in as much as I want.

    (4)

  • Mitch N.

    All curry houses are judged against Coco Ichiban CUrry House. This includes curry house's across the West Coast too. Tis a shame there isn't one of these in at least LA!? The curry itself is always fantastic, with the right amount of spice. Curry should NEVER have vegetables in it already. No corn or carrots. Just straight sauce. The rice here, is oh so consistent. Something about their rice is just so good. It never disappoints. The toppings available are overwhelming. I usually go for the Chicken Katsu with cheese, though have ordered Shabu beef with spinach at times too. My good friend Monica likes squid with something else... Yuck, though I cant knock it till I try it ;-) Service is always spot on, and prompt. Try to avoid weekdays at noon, as the lunch crowd can get a bit busy.

    (5)

  • Mikee M.

    My all time favorite, chicken and spinach! Made a visit when I came back out to Hawaii! ohhhh yeah, this place always hits the spot.. CURRY CURRY! took some friends along with me, had to share the awesomeness

    (5)

  • Vicky W.

    One of the main reason we came to Honolulu was to eat CoCo's Curry. Yes, we flew all the way from Texas. I had the chicken cutlet, and Tye and mahi and chicken (with an extra order of the chicken cutlet to go). Very good food, very affordable price (I think it was $6-7 per entree). Tye often makes the chicken cutlet curry dish at home because he liked it so much when he's been in Hawaii. His version has more honey - the real thing is less sweet and more like a gravy. Served over white rice. We also got a side salad (Vicky has to have her veggies!), and the house dressing is good as well. Quick service, and you can see them as they're cooking your dinner. Even though the restaurant is rather small, they serve you so quickly they're able to keep food moving. We will definitely be back, probably before the end of the week!

    (5)

  • Gary N.

    I ordered a Stewed Chicken with Jumbo Veggie Croquette and cheese this time. The cheese is surprisingly good with curry. I can't get over how fast the food comes out. Minutes after ordering, the food comes. Food is so fresh and yummy. They had a bunch of new menu items such as the Shrimp Cutlet and more. My food came out to about $8 something and with tip $10.

    (4)

  • Linda P.

    The most amazing comfort food.

    (4)

  • Scott H.

    It's curry. It's cheap. It's cheap curry! It's not horrible, it's not gourmet...it's cheap curry! Seriously, the curry here is great for the price. I get the chicken cutlet and cheese curry. Delicious! It is kinda disheartening to see your meal being "reheated" in plastic bags popped in a microwave...but...it's CHEAP CURRY! Doesn't take CC...lame.

    (3)

  • SungWon C.

    I love this place! They have great tasting Japanese curry and their katsu is pretty decent! I took someones suggestion and had the chicken katsu curry with cheese and was very pleased. They have melted cheese on the katsu and serve it with delicious curry and daikon (I think it's daikon). Overall, for 8-9 bucks, this place is the best you can get!

    (5)

  • Alan G.

    I'm not a big fan of curry that much anymore, at least the type of curry Curry House serves. It gets old really fast especially with the amount of visits my gf and her family take me to. The service is alright, it's minimum, nothing to be "wow'd about. The food is also alright, it's not amazing, the colour is like puke green/brown and kind of fills the store, which happens to be yellow. The smell is overpowering, and also it's kind of weird to think that everything they sell uses pretty much the same sauce. I mean you could eat like a chicken cutlet curry and then switch to a shrimp fry curry and they would honestly taste the same, maybe the texture is different. I didn't really read this on the menu until my last visit, but you can pick the amount of rice they give you, something you could do, I love my rice :) Anyways, will probably come back here, just not anytime soon,. Grab a Calpico drink with your meal! It's really refreshing and tasty!

    (3)

  • Tina L.

    Wow thanks a lot curry house for making the saltiest and most foul tasting curry known to the human palette!!! I dont know whether or not its because this place cuts corners because of its heavy traffic but that doesn't mean the food should be of less importance!! Not only that I got really really sick from eating their overly salted curry! I had extreme stomach pain and bloating very akin to food poisoning. I was reading one of the comments below and saw that one of the customers said that this place MICROWAVES their food?! Are you kidding me? Why the heck would I go and buy food thats supposed to be freshly made thats just some garabage that just keeps getting reheated over and over again like a nasty science experiment?!!! Oh by the way I got thr stewed chicken curry with kimchi and boy unless you want an early death dont get this awful monstrosity. The University curry house is waaaaaayyyyy better and tastes fresh. Avoid!!!!

    (1)

  • Racquel S.

    I love the simple things in life. I find this place to be the only place that I will get my curry from. I know it may not be the best to some people but I just can't get enough of it. Sometimes you don't need to lavish me with some fancy smacy food, just some chicken cutlet, rice and curry! This place has to be my favorite place to get my curry because the staff are always so friendly and although it gets really busy they have a large bar area to get you seated quicker. I usually order the chicken cutlet mild curry with some cheese on it! :) OMG if you haven't tried it with cheese you are missing out! I love how they have those takeout containers that separate the curry and the rice so your rice doesn't get soggy. The pickled veggies are awesome too.. my bf especially loves them, he always ask for extra and they are happy to give you more! Taking a slurp of that curry just soothes my soul and and that hot warm rice.. oh its magical! Just makes your tastebuds so happy! I love eating my curry with those huge spoons too :) I don't think I could eat it any other way now. Thank the heavens that they accept credit cards now because my bf and I would always have to take turns running into 7-11 and getting cash. Not anymore we can just enjoy our food and enjoy the smell that lingers throughout the restaurant. #Yelp 365 Challenge: 010/365

    (5)

  • Jason S.

    The food is good, I usually get the Chicken Cutlet or the Tako Balls and you usually get a good portion, especially for the price. But the reason for 3 stars is because parking here is DREADFUL. Good luck finding parking and when you do, please try to not scratch the car that's literally a foot from your door when you open it. Another plus is that it's open late-ish!

    (3)

  • Jason L.

    It sucks that they don't have the challenge anymore. But it's still good. This may sound disgusting but I like to get spinach and cheese as toppings. Don't knock the cheese until you've tried it. My friend likes to get natto.

    (4)

  • Ming-Jou C.

    I have no idea what the hype is over Coco Ichiban Curry House. I really had a craving for something different and since I love love love our Curry House in So Cal, I thought trying a different kind of curry would be fun. This place was no fun. We had to wait a little bit, no big deal, and when we were seated, placed before us was a menu of many unappetizing pictures of curry with cutlet and with a random assortment of toppings. Like cheese. Weird. Anyway, the pictures of the curry were not really appetizing, and when the curry actually came out, I realized it was just a realistic depiction of the baby-poo colored curry. Now granted, I wasn't that hungry, so I just got their salad, which had like 6 kernels of corn on it, but I did try DP's chicken cutlet curry and the cutlet was good, but the curry sauce was whatever. It was about $7. Glad I tried it out, but will probably never go back when I have the real Curry House here in the South Bay. I know so many other people on Yelp here like it (which is what really pushed me to go after having seen it in the McCully Center so many times), but I just can't agree with my fellow Yelpers on this one. Sorry!

    (2)

  • Connie C.

    This is definitely by far one of the tastier curry houses I've been to. My fiance and I found it through yelp and decided to try it out after a morning of snorkeling. I had the mapo curry with a side of fried chicken. The curry was very tasty--plenty of food for a regular order, I wish I had saw the "smaller portion of rice" earlier. I was beyond stuffed and wasn't even close to finishing my plate. The fried chicken was a bit disappointing-- it was lightly fried and not hot enough for my liking. My fiance had their kalbi and spinach curry. He devoured it like no other. He loves curry and thinks it was one of the best curry plates he's had. I tried his food and the curry spices were definitely stronger than the mapo curry. Either way, good food- decently priced. But do know they are cash only.

    (4)

  • Chris M.

    Really, how can you not like/love Curry House??! + Yummy curry!! + Quick service + Large portion sizes + Lots of toppings or sides to choose from + Fukujin zuke, spicy powder, & water pitcher on your table + CHEAP eats at its best! Plus, this location is open late (11 pm most days)...just be patient with the parking. Om nom nom nommmm!

    (5)

  • Jorge H.

    I recently had a bone marrow transplant and have to be extremely careful when eating at any kind of restaurant. My son had been to Curry House and recommended it for lunch. Parking was REALLY tough. So, we parked out on a side street and walked to the restaurant. When we entered we were heartily greeted and chose to sit at the counter. The kitchen is WIDE OPEN for all to see. I liked that. Then the silverware, when it arrived, all the utensils had special sanitary covers on them. Finally, when the curry is poured on to your plate, it comes PIPING HOT right off the stove, right in front of you. So, I couldn't have been happier with the cleanliness and open kitchen. The staff, from the hostess, to the cooks behind the counter, were very clean, well groomed and all in uniform. Our hostess was very accommodating. Now, how did it taste?, you might be asking. Soooooo ono !!! ADDICTING to put it mildly. I had the chicken cutlet with the regular curry sauce (not too spicy in my opinion). VERY generous portions of rice and curry sauce. Decent portion of chicken. Oh sooooo good. I wanted to go back the next day again for lunch. I'm now officially in love with this place.

    (5)

  • Amber M.

    I love this place! the food is delicious and consistant. I treated my co-worker to lunch there because i lost a bet and he was not about to turn down curry house.

    (5)

  • Rodelynn C.

    Actually, I would give Curry House 3 1/2 stars, but I don't have that option. I ate here yesterday for lunch and I have Curry House quite often, so it's safe to say I am a fan. I always get the same thing, small beef curry with spinach and cheese on the side. Sometime they don't give me enough curry and sometimes they flood my plate, so I guess you could say it's a hit or miss, thus my rating. Nevertheless, their curry it's great and I will keep coming back as long as they're open.

    (3)

  • Sterling E.

    I'd give it 4 stars if they had the food i wanted the last 4 times i've tried to order for take out. Food is amazing! especially the chicken cutlet with cheese. unfortunately , the last 4 times i've tried to order on the phone , the lady said they were out of curry. Best advice is try to order it as early as you can because they run out of it really fast! I've tried to order it 1 to 2 hours before they close because i try to avoid the parking lot over there but no bueno.

    (3)

  • Prisca H.

    Drat! My brother's right. Coco Ichibanya does have much better tasting curry than all the other curry houses; it's probably the crack they add to it cause I can't get enough!

    (4)

  • Tina T.

    Great place for consistent, fast, and yummy Japanese curry. For 2 person it was under $20 that included 2 curries and a salad. The only downside, just be prepared to get out of the restaurant smelling like grease from all the friend katsu in the open kitchen.

    (4)

  • Chris O.

    It would seem fitting that my first review be on my favorite restaurant. I have been a happy, and full, customer of CoCo Ichiban Curry House for the last 7 years. I think we can all agree that things have changed (at least from an economical standpoint) from 2002-2009, and as a result, I have witnessed Curry House's portions dwindle and their prices increase. With all the background story out of the way, my curry of choice is the Chicken Cutlet with cheese. There has not been a single time in the last 7 years where I was not 100% satisfied upon eating this dish. The staff at the McCully location is quick, and you will get your order in a timely fashion. There has NEVER been, nor have I noticed, a time where I had to send my curry back. However, the McCully parking lot does get crowded during lunch hour, and you may find yourself stalking for a parking stall.

    (5)

  • Samuel C.

    We are pretty regular customers here at Curry House. We went in tonight and ordered corn salad and shared an upsized chicken cutlet with cheese and added beef which is our favorite meal. The food always comes out fast and the salads are always cold and crisp with their flavorful original dressings. I have to say the food here is consistent every time we come here which is the reason for the four stars. Great curry and great prices. Although the server was not knowledgeable in their drinks great service is not really needed and expected here since there is a full pitcher of water and all the condiments on the table. All in all a simple place with consistently good food!! ----"There is no love sincerer than the love of food"----

    (4)

  • Vi Y.

    I can't figure what the hype is all about. True, you could get all kinds of curry there. But it was just different meats w/ the same curry poured on top. We actually thought it tasted a bit like Alpo dog food. I can't remember what I ordered, but it was recommended by the waitress. I also got a side of mapo tofu. Everything turned into a mushy mess. This was the first "curry house" I ever went to. I know for sure I won't be returning to this location. I'll give curry houses another try, but really, it wasn't all that great.

    (1)

  • Zhen L.

    It is no surprise why this Curry House receives so many positive reviews. I don't know if there isn't anything that hasn't been said already. This place is great for curry, and I've been eating at this location from time to time ever since high school! I tend to be adventurous every now and then. I love how Curry House allows you to customize everything that goes into your curry dish. Portion of the rice, level of spicy, your main entree, and any add-ons you want. My usual is either the fish fry w/cheese & spinach or the chicken cutlet w/cheese. Don't ask why, but I enjoy my curry with cheese and lots of add-ons! I recommend upping the size of your rice, and adding on mushrooms and spinach (Personal favorite) if you're feeling extra hungry! Overall, 5-stars. Service is quick, the decor is simple and relaxing, and the food is great! I recommend this place for any meal of the day. If you're in a rush, or you just want to eat and chill-out with some friends, Curry House is the place to go.

    (5)

  • Edmund G.

    Place was pretty busy. However the wait was not too long. Food came out fast and best place to get your curry fix. They have various choices on the menu and the food is enough to fill you up. Only bad thing is you need to bring cash. They don't take credit cards.

    (4)

  • Dan C.

    This is the house of the evil magic brown sauce. Seriously good brown sauce that even now being thousands of miles away makes me crave it. In fact, I kind of liken this place to the Bubba Gump of Japanese curry brown sauce. You know when Bubba lists all the ways you can eat shrimp....well, insert "Coco Ichiban Curry House" brown sauce and you get the same effect. Want shrimp on it? Sure they do that! Want mushrooms? Yep. Tofu? uh huh...peas and carrots, beans, meat, grilled, over rice, noodles, with cheese...yeah, you get the picture. It might sound crazy...but I think they use crack in their sauce. Go there...eat it and see for yourself. You'll soon know what it feels like to be addicted. I hate you Coco Ichiban. Yes, I do. One thing: parking is a pain in the McCully Shopping Center...so walk there or hitch a ride. Else, try the underground parking garage! And don't bring plastic....they only accept cash.

    (5)

  • Amy G.

    The curry here is amazing. I usually order the spinach or mushroom curry. Not somewhere you would want to eat often, I am sure sodium is through the roof. Complimentary vegetable pickles are really good, meal is not complete without them. Always really fast, service is always friendly. Fun experience.

    (4)

  • The Fuzzies S.

    I'm one for healthy food. Therefore, this was not the place for me. Curry - salty, non spicy. Even if you look at their retail of sauces near the checkstand, you will see the thick layer of fat that made its way to the top of the bottle. Everything is fried, which takes away from the sole, freshness of the food. Why people go here? -Because the salt and grease mixed with convenience (it being on almost every corner of Honolulu) If you are used to eating healthy, and take a gander on this place's food, beware my friends, because shard-city here we come! Worst of it all, there were no bathrooms. So, right after I paid, I had to run 4 blocks back to my place to unload the $10 worth of food. boo

    (1)

  • Gspot H.

    Stewed chicken, stewed shrimp with spinach.

    (4)

  • Rainy D.

    Going there last night, I was so pleased. So I ordered spinach and mixed mushrooms on my curry. IT WAS DELICIOUS! The ingredients are so fresh! Spicy isn't crazy spicy, like how other curries may be, and that means even a mild-eating person like me can eat it. There's such a huge variety for meat-lovers and vegetarians. Kids can enjoy, too. And is it just me, or is the service faster? Well, whatever, I'll be going back anyway!!! 5 stars, all the way.

    (5)

  • Brian K.

    I have been to a lot of curry houses... but this one ranks among the best of them. Simply put, this experience was only a few weeks ago but every so often, my gf still txts me a picture and says... can we go back? And my stomach starts growling again. Some of my island friends recommended this place to us to try, and I'm sure glad we didn't miss it. I've always loved Chicken Katsu but having it with cheese? Frickin genius. It was like some Japanese chili - over rice... omannnnnnn. I've frequented Curry house in LA and San Diego (before they closed but then again, never thought it was that great in SD) --- and never saw that option! My gf took it a step further and added Kimchi AND Cheese to Chicken Katsu. HOLD YOUR HORSES!!!! That was even better! Really, this place is simple. Pile on the curry, add some crispy katsu, add some extra rice. But it truly caters to just good comfort food. Definitely a great spot.

    (5)

  • Jessica R.

    I love this little place so much. I have been coming here longer than any restaurant I've ever been to. This is my favorite place for Japanese style curry. This curry is to die for. It's sweet, and tasty, and full of some kind of magical substance that dances on your taste buds and makes you want more. It's so good, when my sister visits from the mainland, this is the first stop we make, no matter how long the flight or how tired she is. And there's no replicating this awesome curry. I have tried. Oh yes. I have bought every Japanese curry mix on the planet, I have added and subtracted ingredients like there's no tomorrow, but nothing, nothing compares to you... Curry House! Ok, and now to more serious business: All of the curry here is good. Even the weird black inky stuff (gotta try it at least once) is tasty. I really like the Kim Chee Beef curry, the Spinach and Eggplant curry, or the Veggie Croquet curry. My husband is a fan of the Cheese and Chicken Katsu. They serve water (you can refill yourself with the jug of water that is on the table), soda, and fruity drinks. There's also pickled veggies on the side of each table, and some spices. You can also buy their salad dressing, and spices, and they used to have tshirts and hats and stuff for sale. Cash only, but there's a couple of cash machines in the area... an American Savings Bank outside, maybe a hundred feet to the left of the Curry House, and I think it's a Bank of Hawaii or something, cash machine inside the 711 on the right of the Curry House. Parking is atrocious, even when it's not busy because the shopping center is usually really packed at all hours. We tend to get takeout all the time, so we don't have to contend with parking, but eating in is nice, because then you get to smell the tasty curry the entire time!!!

    (5)

  • Ana T.

    Best Curry Ever. Try it & love it.

    (5)

  • Steve D.

    5 Stars for a Japanese curry house. I know this a chain restaurant, but it brings back fond memories of my trip to Japan. They always greet you with a smile, and the food is consistent. I go on my lunch break during the week, at least once a month when that Japanese curry craving hits. I tend to get the same waitress every time and by now she already knows me and what I usually want. I have always received fast, and courteous service here. this place is #1.. Coco Ichiban

    (5)

  • Andy L.

    I could eat here once a week. I just love the chicken katsu curry with cheese. I always think I will try something new, but each time it never fails. It would be like adultery not to get the same thing since I love it so much. Now I must say if you've had the original CoCo in Japan, this won't exactly add up. In Japan, you can order the level of spiciness from 1 to 10. I eat pretty spicy foods, and "spicy" here is never spicy. The rice for some reason is also different tasting. You could eat the rice alone in Japan and be satisfied. No offense to those in LA, but I've had my share of curry in Little Tokyo and on Sawtelle. Sorry, but those just don't add up. All in all, the best tasting curry in Hawaii, so go get some.

    (5)

  • James M.

    It. Was. Incredible. Was looking for some Japanese food, and this place was my choice directly because of Yelp. I had 2 chicken curries. One was with a vegetable croquette. One was more of a katsu style, and the other was more stewy. I don't know the technical terms, but they were both incredibly good. The missus also had some natto, which makes me want to hurl, but which she fiends for when she can get it, and she loved it. She was humming with happiness over the curries as well, and I trust her opinion on all things Japanese. It's kind of a hole in the wall joint, but it was so worth the walk. I had much more expensive meals here, but this one was by far the most satisfying.

    (5)

  • Kevin N.

    Greeted and immediately seated as we walked in. Ordered the chicken cutlet, it came surprisingly fast. This place is fantastic and cheap. I look forward to coming here again!

    (5)

  • Diana N.

    I wish there was a curry house here in vegas!! I would go there everyday!! Everytime I go there I always get the corn salad with the creamy dressing and curry udon with cheeeeese! Katsu, stewed chicken, kalbi are also amazing!! please bring one to vegas please please!!!

    (5)

  • Jhoren C.

    Believe it or not, this is the place where I first had my Curry experience ( I am a picky eater, slowly but surely letting my tastebuds explore) I must say it was pretty darn good. Ordered the chicken cutlet with cheese, at first I thought that combination was weird...curry with cheese? but my friend recommended it to me and I was pleased. Looooove adding their extra crunchy pickles that they give on the side, I could literally snack on the entire bag that they sell.

    (4)

  • Phil F.

    I frequent both the aiea curry house and this particular one along kapiolani. In my opinion, this location is the better choice of the two. The reason why i say this is because it has a better dine in setting. The place is kept somewhat darker than the aiea location which makes it much cooler. Theres not much to say about this place that hasn't been said already. The prices are cheap, portions are generous, and the food is good. Side orders especially since they're so cheap. Nice place to eat when you're on a budget and hungry.

    (4)

  • John H.

    Almost every curry I have tried is so ONO! The pickles are just icing on the cake. If you ever move away from Hawaii, you will miss Curry House!

    (4)

  • Johnee T.

    drunk. hungry. zero patience. fried chicken and kalbi curry. so effing bomb. super happy. time for bed.

    (5)

  • J W.

    My favorite place for curry cheap yummy fast in and out.... Try the kalbi friend chicken with cheese all over!!!!

    (5)

  • H. K.

    If you're interested in quick and easy curry, then this is the place. It's not the greatest quality and their version of spicy to me is mild.

    (3)

  • Deanna P.

    This place is my go to curry spot when I need comfort food. I usually get the vegetable croquette curry with the small rice. The flavor is always consistently good. The restaurant is always clean and the items on the menu are well priced. It took me awhile to realize I could save 50 cents and get less rice. I normally avoid cash only places because I never carry cash, but I make sure to hit an ATM if I am in the area.

    (4)

  • Lynnette H.

    Take-out Review: So I'm sitting on my 12 hour dayshift thinking how glad I am to be eating my takeout curry. Surely a fried cutlet isn't as crispy after it's refridgerated overnight and microwaved the next day. Maybe my standards are not what they should be after years of eating leftovers at work but from my point of view this takeout is a lifesaver if I didn't cook the day before. They stay open til 11pm (11:30 on Fri/Sat). Package has sections to keep the rice/cutlet, curry, and pickles separate. Downside is you might get a little less curry sauce than if you sat down. Not for sure, but it seems that way. It's not really a problems since I find all components to be proportionate with my normal rice portion. One other minor downside is the cheese doesn't incorporate as nicely as when you eat it fresh. It's usually melted on the cutlet. All in all, I'm always happy with my choice to get some late night takeout at CoCo's for work the next day!

    (4)

  • Larah G.

    When I saw this place as I was walking down the street, I thought I was hallucinating. I eagerly ran into this piece as a child runs to its long lost mother. And you know what? It's everything I remember from the Coco House in lil rural Iwakuni, Japan! It is indeed the real deal, and it is very delicious! Can you guys please open one up in San Diego? PLEASE!?!? Or at least let me do it for you... Oh, and those lil pickle things are delightful! I love love love how they compliment the flavor of the curry! And you still have that crazy contest where if you eat an isht load of curry you eat for free and get your picture on the wall! Oh my freaking gawd, I love you guys!!

    (5)

  • Nick Y.

    I love the fact that when you order curry udon, you get a bowl of rice as well. I like to mow through all the noodles and half of the toppings, and then dump the rice into the bowl with the remaining goods. Basically, I eat two meals in one sitting, and then groan contentedly for the rest of the night. Apparently there are a lot of toppings from which to choose, but it's all about Chicken Katsu, Gyoza, and Kimchi for me.

    (5)

  • Sergei N.

    The squid ink curry got me in through the door. I can gt curry at any god damn Japanese place in So Cal. but not squid ink curry. I'm still shocked by the quality of the rice. Im white. i dont know quality rice. This was different rice. Wtf are you guys doing to me. This is ridiculous. Points off for green tea. I want hot green tea. Hot. You don't have any. Why. You get a big cauldron. F-ing get some hot green tea. I was on hardcore hot greentea withdrawl. Out of the bottle isn't the same. NO IT ISN'T. The rice. Seriously its fresh. I couldn't pay a sweatshop worked enough to make it this fresh. Good curry, good atmosphere, good experience. get some f-ing HOT green tea please.

    (4)

  • Belinda C.

    My bf loves Japanese curry, so on our trip to Oahu, he put Curry House on his list of places to try after reading all the positive reviews. We walked here from our hotel in Waikiki, which was a pleasant 20-25 min walk. The place is clean, and there are both tables and seats at the counter. We took the last table left, and I had the clam and spinach curry while my bf ordered a fish and spinach curry. His curry also had cheese, which I thought was weird, but when his dish came, it was just a light sprinkle of cheese, barely discernible. The curry sauce was delicious. I liked his fish fry better than my clams, but both dishes were good and cheap! less than $10 each. There's something about hot curry and rice that's very comforting. Staff was attentive and friendly. Thanks Yelpers for leading us here!

    (4)

  • Jerrel C.

    Curry House....hmmmmm i like to eat here if you need that curry fix...nothing special its just curry, mild or spicy.... food is great, like i said nothing special but the curry is great. Wait help is prompt and the place is neat and clean. for me its like going to subway to get a sandwich, instead of McDonalds....this is the other alternate.

    (3)

  • Hesperian C.

    after eating at this location countless times, decided might as well leave feedback for this spot. service is alright, you walk in, they tell you where to sit, you order. tastes the same as the other curry house locations in the area. i usually get it spicy with shabu shabu beef and throw some gyoza in it. hits the spot when youre hella hungry.

    (4)

  • Liz T.

    I don't enjoy Japanese curry, chicken katsu, or cheddar cheese separately, but when this place puts them together--over a bed of white rice--everything feels right in the world during the 20 minutes it takes me to clean my plate. Everything comes with 300 grams of rice by default, but you can ask for 200 grams ($0.50 less) or 400 grams ($0.50 more). I like lots of meat and little starch, so I get 200 grams of it. The mystery pickled vegetables at the table is a MUST with whatever curry you choose. If you can't make up your mind about the menu, just order the Chicken Cutlet with Cheese. You won't regret it--not for $6.25 anyway.

    (5)

  • A. L.

    Such good curry! They have a lot of different types of curry too depending on what you like. Parking is a bit cramped, but you can always find people coming and going. For the service, well, I don't come here for the service, I come here for the food. Still, the workers are polite, they serve the food, and you eat! It's considered cheap for Honolulu too. I went here a few times during my 1 week trip to Hawaii.

    (5)

  • Jocelyn L.

    OOOoOOOOo I love this place; cheap, affordable and fast- and So very yummy. My fave is the Katsu Chicken Curry + Cheese. SOmetimes i get the croquettes too. Oh, i miss it!

    (4)

  • Shay F.

    Today I got the curry udon with natto. Yes, NATTO! I love it...and it's healthy. I like the newly renovated atmosphere. It seems cleaner. Our waitress didn't know how to take our order though...so this other waitress had to butt in and say that she'll take care of our table. LoL. I also love the cream croquette and fried tofu as toppings too!

    (3)

  • Anthony Z.

    This is one the better locations!! And it was funny enough my teacher was like "CURRY HOUSE!! Its the most otaku place every!!" i was like haha!! its a great place to eat, i usually get shabu beef with spinach, but now i love the fried chicken curry with 400g rice, spicy, and side order chicken katsu which is so awesome!! total was $10 flat!!!

    (5)

  • Tammy T.

    Wow, only now have I realized I have NEVER put up a food picture for this place. Da Nerve of me! Lets get the bad out of the way: - Parking! But it's not their fault. MuCully Shopping center is just a hella small parking area for WAY too many stores. The stalls are small. There is extra parking below the actual mall itself. Entrance is left and under of the mall. -No vegetarian anything...except their salads - Sometimes there's a wait. The awesomeness that is them: - Quick & easy to order food. (Come on, put the menu down you regular curry house eaters. You know you always get the same thing...you just look at it in hope to change your mind.) - Good price for what you get. - The menu has pictures of everything you can order. - I can get my SOS (Sauce On the Side) - Water pitcher at every table. - No need for separate checks.You can just tell the person at the register which one is yours. - The regular portion is 300gm; you can get is smaller (they knock some off the price) or bigger (a dollar for every hundred you go up; I think) - Spicy or mild - Umm.. fact they have a video game out on PS2 called Curry House Coco Ichibanya! Kyo mo genki da! Curry ga umai! *drops mic* I'm out!

    (5)

  • Ryan I.

    I'm a sucker for anything that says new on it and this past Saturday was no exception. I tried the curry with corn cream croquette and cheese because it said new next to it. Overall, I wasn't very impressed. The croquettes seemed to be lacking in flavor and the cheese didn't mesh well with it at all. Next time I will stick to my two regular favorites, curry with chicken katsu and cheese, and a squid salad. The dressings (two types) that they serve with their salads are very tasty. This location also serves udon, which I order when I'm taking a break from rice. Overall 3.5 stars.

    (3)

  • Diana D.

    Best food on the island besides shaved ice =D Me & My BF goes to Hawaii a lot and on the island there isn't much really good food here. Sorry to say Hawaii. But we both can agree that Curry House is always good. We order almost everything on the menu and our favor is Shabu Shabu Beef & Chicken katsu. The sauce is not too heavy or watery, it's just right. The rice is not over cook or under-cook, it's just right as well. The spicy level is just right too. It's not super spicy but not mild. Just in the middle. Which I like and I order the HOT hehee It's my spot to go in Hawaii =D The one at the mall (Ala Moana) is crowed and only has a few seats =\ and it's a few cents more =T for less rice too sigh.

    (5)

  • Vincent Q.

    **** Kalbi with Cheese- I was in the mood to have something weird and different. Personally, curry is one of the dishes I prepare regularly and it was my guest's desire to eat here. It's weird, but I always feel tired after eating at the Curry House. Haha. The flavor of the kalbi was good, but not overpowering, as the curry is still the strongest. I find the cheese to blend with the flavor of the curry very easily, so I have always ordered cheese with some other item on the menu just to see how it turns out. *** Oyster Fry, Top Shell Clam, and Spinach- her order kind of grossed me out and surprised me. The oyster fry wasn't that bad, but oyster has a peculiar flavor, which I generally like by itself; oyster is like a wine of seafood for me. The Clam was a little chewy, but she enjoyed it. Spinach didn't do too many exciting things for me. Atmosphere A mixture of high-paced, like fast-food, and casual dining. They recently remodeled the place, but I didn't eat there before, I'd always get take-out--the one time I went. The cooking of curry, with the scents and the oil always makes me feel a little greasy and smelly after, but I didn't get as much of that feel here, which was a relief. Service Not too nice, not too mean. They were always visible and easy to find, even though they were busy with other customers or getting orders. Amenities There are condiments on the table, which I actually enjoy. The random sauces are always there, but my main joy is the pickled jar. I always throw that in with the last of my rice, and crunch-crunch-crunch on it. Conclusion My experience wasn't bad at all, and the place was packed, which says a lot. I don't come often, since I do cook my own whenever I have a need, but for people who don't cook and want some curry, this is a good place to fill your craving--the endless selection and combination is crucial to its success. I just hope you can find a combination that works!

    (4)

  • Reviewer X.

    The price is reasonable for some good curry. I usually add extra spinach to my dish. Food comes out fast..service is simple. Would 5 stars it if they make their curry spicier. But overall a very nice quick meal.

    (4)

  • Kate V.

    I've realized that eating Japanese style curry is basically like eating gravy and something else, and someone has asked you, "Hey, want some of that other stuff with your gravy?" ie, you're basically swallowing a gluttonous amount of liquid salt and calling it a meal. Fortunately, Curry House gives you endless options with "that other stuff," hence actually turning out to be a pretty balanced meal... minus vegetables, but I guess that's ok, since the Japanese eat super healthy otherwise. Oh, and even if you get a meatless meal, the menus warn, "There are no vegetarian curries!" So wait... what the hell is the curry sauce made of anyway??? Wait... I don't care. There really isn't much of a difference between the 4 locations I know of Curry House (McCully, Ala Moana, Puck's Alley and Pearl Kai). But I like this one because there's always parking, and afterwards, I can mosey on over next door and get Coffee or Tea? ( yelp.com/biz/coffee-or-t… ) Hehe.

    (5)

  • Chad Y.

    Oh Curry House....You offer good food, good prices, and you are open late. What is not to like about that! You showcase what is good about local food (even though you are necessarily not local) and what makes local people come back for! If you have a craving for curry this is THE PLACE to go. They offer a fantastic selection and at great prices. If you want vegetarian options, they got vegetarian options. If you want beef shabu shabu with chicken katsu! They got that too! What is not to like? Service is quick and efficient, so this isn't the place to go to dilly dally. Nor is it a place to go if you want to chit chat for a long time. Still yet a great place for food! Oh note...bring cash since they are CASH ONLY!

    (4)

  • Richard C.

    This Curry House is far better then the others and one of the best curry place i have been to!!!!! They have a wide variety of curry dishes. Me: Kimchi & Pork Cutlet Curry Brother: Mabo Tofu Curry Friend: Gyoza & Fried Chicken Curry They had GINORMOUS portions and I left really full. They have a pitcher of water on the table so the waiter doesn't have to serve it. My kimchi pork cutlet curry was really spicy cause my curry was spicy and I had kimchi as well. It tasted delicious yet kind of funny because of the kimchi mixed with curry. But the meal was absolutely amazing!!! I feel like going today!!! :)

    (5)

  • Jessica P.

    delicioussssssssssssssssss chicken katsu curry with cheese... that is all

    (5)

  • Stephanie L.

    SO GOOD! even tho this place is a chain, its one of the best places for curry. just the number of possible toppings alone is a great reason to go here. my usual order: spicy curry with shabu beef, fried shrimp, sausage, topped with cheese and a croquette on the side. my husband always gets the spicy curry with mapo tofu, gyoza, and fried chicken. never been disappointed by this place and its a monster sized portion. so if you cant finish it, its still good the next day! the only complaint that i have is that i wish thier spicy curry was spicier, doesnt taste much different than regular to me.

    (4)

  • Candy W.

    I haven't been to this resturant in 11 years. So I excitedly decided to come here with my family after a long day. I was greeted with people who look like they dropped out of college and had no where going for them in life. The service was HORRIBLE. I had this one girl serve us and she was very rude. I asked her for the check and she was so rude about it. How was I suppose to know that I had to take the check up to the register. At least be nice about it. She ruined my eating experience here. NEVER coming back. I wanted to say something to the manager, but I was in a rush. THEY SHOULD FIRE HER!! also, when my sister and I were going up to pay at the register, she was passing by and bumped into us and didn't even say excuse me or sorry. NO TIP! next time I suggest you smile and be nice. My sister wanted to slap her for the attitude she gave us. Minus 3 stars for her! But don't get me wrong. The older lady at the cash register. She was very nice. The food. It's very plain. It's like instant curry, nothing special. Something you can eat when you're starving late at night. it's cheap and enough to fill you up! if you're not that hungry, I suggest you share! BTW! CASH ONLY!!

    (2)

  • Adam L.

    I had flown into Honolulu at 9pm, and after checking into my hotel was hungry for a good meal. Per tradition, the first thing i did was check out the yelp reviews. What looked almost like a diner/fast food place, turned out to be something totally different. They were out of the chicken cutlet and beef which was disappointing as they were the hot item on yelp. So i decided to go with the Shabu Shabu beef, which is essentially shredded beef. Their curry sauce was absolutely delicious. I ordered it spicy, but it wasn't "curry spicy", which usually is almost unbearable. It only took about 15 seconds (no joke) to get my food. The bill was under $10 and it is really one of those places i could visit 2-3 times a week. If only i lived here.....

    (4)

  • Brian A.

    One of the other Coco Curry Houses we frequent due to the relative proximity to our house. It's fast, easy, and inexpensive. One of the best parts is that you can even vary the amount of rice you get with your meal and they will adjust the price accordingly. At least when you dine in you don't have to deal with the spork. Glad that one of these is close because I love their curry on chicken katsu. Add in the pickles and winnah, winnah, chicken dinnah! We walk over, so we don't have to deal with the insane parking lot that is McCully's. I'd suggest you do the same if you can.

    (4)

  • Will S.

    I've eaten here twice in the past week, both times satisfied with the quality and quantity of the food as well as service. Friends recommended getting the Chicken Cutlet and the Pork Cutlet with Kimchi and both were delicious. I ordered take out both times and upon returning to my hotel room was surprised to find the fried food maintained it's consistency and did not turn to mush. Prices were very fair as well :) As others have mentioned -- parking is a pain.

    (4)

  • Acachia S.

    My favorite CoCo Ichibanya by far. Extremely consistent. I've ventured to other locations before... University is pretty good, Ala Moana is just okay, and they don't offer curry udon. I miss the days long gone when CoCo first came to Hawaii, the Pearl Kai location was open until 2 or 3 am! Food: Absolutely delicious! My usual order is shabu-shabu beef curry udon with cheese and no nori. The curry udon comes topped with shredded nori, and I love nori as much as any other Japanese person, but I just don't care for it on my curry... the texture does not flow for me. The udon noodles are cooked just right, firm, thick and not mushy at all. Their udon noodles are so good, in fact, I haven't had curry with rice here for nearly 6 months (!!), but their rice is always cooked to perfection, soft, moist and flavorful, and you can order in a variety of sizes to suit your appetite. You can even order a $0.50 side rice with your udon, if you please. Chicken cutlet is a favorite, pork cutlet is also great, the on-again-off-again corn cream croquette is yummy. I did not care for their spinach, however. It was put in my order by accident once (which was odd because while we were waiting for our order we were discussing possibly ordering spinach next time, then voila!) but the spinach was not rinsed properly so there was a highly unpleasant gritty, dry dust texture in my mouth. It drives me nuts when restaurants don't wash spinach! The fried mahimahi is also lackluster, it was overly fishy, which is a no-no. Either stored too long in the freezer or just wasn't fresh. Their gyoza is decent, not oh-my-god-I-want-to-order-more-right-now, but good enough when you're craving it. Service: We've gone so often around the same time that one of the waitresses started asking us if we were having our usual! Gotta love that personal attention. No complaints with any of the other staff, though the last time we went there was a younger newbie fellow who was very friendly but a little too chatty, though I'm sure he'll learn the ropes soon enough. Atmosphere: Casual and clean, though you and your clothes will smell like curry after eating here. No way to avoid it since the kitchen is open to the restaurant. I forgot about this one time after a job interview because I had such a strong craving for curry, and had to have my suit dry-cleaned afterwards, haha. I won't lie, sometimes our clothes smelling like curry made us hungry for Curry House again later on! Value: Pretty average pricing, two people can eat here for around $20, though I hate that they charge me $1.15 for an amount of cheese that costs probably no more than $0.50 wholesale. I hate it, but it doesn't stop me from ordering it only because I'm conditioned to having my order with cheese after ordering it this way for years, which slightly annoys me since I think that's what they're betting on. Makes for a funny running joke about smuggling in our own cheese and having the last laugh. CASH ONLY. Remember that. There's an ATM in 7-11 next door or one next to Coffee or Tea? down the hall. Location: McCully Shopping Center, a.k.a., Tight Busy Parking Lot From Hell. Why didn't you just paint larger parking stalls into your lot when you repainted it? Sigh. No worries if you're walking over or biking, though. If you're driving, you may want to try to come here before 5pm, or after 8pm to avoid the crazy parking lot traffic jams. At its worst, you can wait over 15 minutes for parking. Overall: You really can't go wrong at this location. There's a curry topping to fit every flavor and craving, and their curry sauce always tastes exactly the same, which makes Curry House a go-to for Japanese comfort food. It really is Number One!

    (4)

  • Gary F.

    CLEAN, clean, clean. This place looks brand new. I love how clean the place. The tables, floors, kitchen. Makes the experience that much better. I gave it 5 stars just because they keep it clean! The food is made fresh to order. Well at least the fried foods. So no soggy chicken. Big G Cash only!!

    (5)

  • Doris D.

    Tasty, cheap, filling. Pickles!

    (4)

  • Crystal X.

    Another wonderful franchise in Hawaii. CURRY CURRY CURRY ALL I SEE IS CURRY and its damn tasty. curry soup? got it! curry udon noodles? got it? how about this curry katsu chicken and gyoza-- oh got it! The curry sauce is nice and light with a hint of sweetness although there are three different level of spice. Almost anything you can think of can be graced with the delightful sauce of curry from Curry House.

    (4)

  • Elena H.

    This is one of the very few restaurants that we like at Honolulu. The price was very reasonable and their curry items were great. We would certainly come back again.

    (4)

  • Sheryl G.

    what: a restaurant that serves nothing but japanese-style curry! don't be fooled, the menu consists of a large variety of different choices accompanied by their special curry! something good: this is one of my favorite places for curry, its sooo delicious! quick service and a very affordable price :) something not so good: the parking is somewhat of a hassle, but it's because there are many great places in mccully shopping center. something to try: gyoza curry with cheese & creamy corn croquette curry with cheese

    (4)

  • Cris H.

    LOVE THIS PLACE! LOVE THIS PLACE! LOVE THIS PLACE! Seriously, this has been the first stop I make after I arrive on Oahu for years. I have to have my chicken katsu with cheese on top. Yes it may seem like a strange combination but it is so damn good! Add those pickles that are on the table and I am in heaven!!! The curry is soo flavorful. I've eaten Japanese curry in SF and LA and Coco Ichiban is in a whole league of their own! This is what Japanese curry should taste like. I like this location compared to the ala moana one. There have been several incidents where I've gone to ala moana and they've sold out of my chicken katsu! Also it's just less hectic. Just a warning though....sometimes (ok, I lie- most of the time) parking is challenging at this location but worth it!

    (5)

  • Bernie H.

    Always tasty and fast cheap. The manager runs a good tight ship. The fried tofu and spinach curry is delightful. Beef curry is meaty and filling. Take out comes neatly packed with the curry separate from the rice (which doesn't get soggy during transport)

    (4)

  • Kelly M.

    This may seem self-evident, but you've gotta reeeaaallly like curry. Everything is drenched in it.

    (3)

  • Anny Y.

    So, I was craving curry because the curry house in California is so freakishly delicious. I will try not to give Coco Ichiban an unfair negative review only by comparing it to the Curry House in California. First off, the service here was OK. The staff are courteous when you enter the restaurant and while you're ordering. However, if you're sitting at the bar top, they are too busy chatting away (loudly) in their personal conversations. They were so busy chatting with each other, I couldn't get their attention to get more water. It was quite annoying. Plus, the staff really don't look like they enjoy being there. On to the food. It was good not great. If the food was spectacularly amazing, I'd come here again despite the inattentive staff. But no. As for the atmosphere of the restaurant, it just seem a little dirty. The water cups also looked muggy. But I was thirsty, so what they hey, I drank water from a muggy glass. Bleh.

    (2)

  • Ema C.

    Dear god, I love this place. It's curry in the truest Japanese sense (thick curry served with hot white rice). Squid Ink curry is served here, so is corn salad (totally yummy!) and even Natto curry. The natto curry is actually really good, although one may think it's a bad combination - don't knock it till you try it. The corn croquette curry is also delicious. Someone petition to have Coco Ichiban open a store in Seattle, please!

    (5)

  • Reuben R.

    I love Curry house!! They totally need one closer to home, since the one at pearl kai just gets way too crowded at night, and this one is no exception during lunch and dinner time. Not to mention the parking scene is kind of terrible. Those stalls downstairs are ridiculously small, and i hate it when some decides to take up more than their share of space. Out on top, sometimes they take the signs off the loading zone, so its okay to park there, otherwise, you'll have to hit before or after peak ours to get space, which is what we usually do at this one. I've tried quite a bit of the toppings already, and I just love their curry sauce. One of my friends gave me a tip that you can just order the sauce to take home, and he usually just makes curry rice with it. I remember when this curry house closed for renovation. the other ones got way more crowded because of that. I've found that the beef boiled in the curry sauce tends to be spicier than anything else on the menu. Its not that spicy still, but just a bit more. I usually blanket mine enough with the powder that people ask me if i want curry along with my curry powder. eveytime I come I always get a croquette on the side and always go for the 200g.Thats more than enough to make you full unless you can eat a whole lot and not feel sick. in that case, the rice helpings go all the way up to 500g, and I think once they had a 1000g challenge, but I don't know if that's still there because it shouldn't be too hard to eat that much rice if you're hungry enough. My Favorite Curry House: Yes, I like this one the most out of all of them, especially during lunch. The staff is extra nice to us. "You'll never know everything about anything, especially something you love." -- Julia Child

    (5)

  • Harlan S.

    This is the best kept out of the Curry House locations in Honolulu. Best service, cleanest kitchen and best cooking. They underwent renovation not too long ago, so the place looks just spiffy. Prices are very reasonable, you can feed yourself to contentment with a $10. Ever since I've first gone there, I'm a convert. I have no idea what the nutrition facts for this stuff looks like, but I'll just exercise more so that I can keep going back. That curry they serve is like a magic elixir that makes things its on top of taste better. In all seriousness, the flavor is not like what you find on the store shelves, nor is it similar to Thai or Indian curry. CoCo Ichibanya is in a realm of its own.

    (5)

  • Lily N.

    Dear Coco Ichiban Curry House, Will you please, please consider opening up a branch in California? My boyfriend doesn't know how to make your clam curry-- not for under $10. And to those friendly Asian ladies behind the counter, thank you for not scoffing at us when we ordered one small plate of clam curry-- to share-- with two glasses of water. We were already stuffed, but we had to stop by to taste your curry, and we were not disappointed! Long live Coco Ichiban! Kind Regards, GF of Clam Curry Addict

    (4)

  • Maria S.

    Curry udon - yummy as always! ^_^

    (5)

  • Joey L.

    Stewed Shrimps for the price of $6.50 is awesome! I love this place!

    (5)

  • Lindsay J.

    i am massively stuffed after eating here for dinner. my favorite thing to get is their chicken cutlet with cheese and spinach. sadly they don't have wakame (seaweed) anymore... which is what i used to add also. the service is always friendly. the food came out really fast, about 5 min. i pile on tons of pickled veg on to my rice as well as the chili powder which gives each bite a ton of flavor as well as texture. pretty cheap, about $10 for the regular portion including the extra toppings. curry house, you are yummy! *downside: cash only. ugh. i hated paying for the additional atm fees at the nearby atms, so make sure when you come that you are better prepared.

    (4)

  • Jacky K C.

    Coming in here, i really wanted to try that black squid curry found on yelp (pix). It's not on the menu, maybe you have to ask for it. So, I ordered the curry croquette with stewed chicken curry. The curry has complex flavors, very very good. This joint is great, every dish is good cuz quite simply their foundation, the curry sauce is done well (had a bit of indian spice). you can pretty much put a spare tire and pour it with some curry and it would be good.

    (4)

  • Dustin N.

    chicken cutlet with cheese and a side of gyoza please! Cant get enough of it...worth every hour and minute of your "kanak attack" thereafter ;P Ordered the curry udon recently, pretty good pretty good! Overall if they had curry house miles i could accumulate i would probably have soooo many free lunches and dinners!

    (5)

  • Anna A.

    Spicy curry isnt at all spicy. I wish they would at least put out some hot sauce. But the selection is good and the curry is awesome. The side order gyoza is a good buy with any curry.

    (5)

  • Joey T.

    So GOOD! If you like spicy curry, then this is for you. I had the curry pork with kimchee. Kimchee is always hit or miss with me. But the curry was soooo good, that I didn't even care how the kimchee tasted! Next time I order, I'm going to think a little harder about my plate. But it doesn't matter. It's still freakin' good!

    (5)

  • Dane G.

    The quality of the food and service at Curry House seems to have languished over the years. What was once an exciting excursion to the brightly lit restaurants scattered in and around Waikiki has become more of a "do I have to?" kind of experience. The cheery Japanese staff have now been replaced with low wage workers who no longer say "irrashaimase" when you walk in the doors. While still edible, the food is no longer cooked with passion and the switch to a cheaper brand of rice is sorely evident. The water in the pitcher was also stale tasting, perhaps a nightly washing would remedy this.

    (2)

  • Sophia L.

    I loooove Japanese curry. So bold in flavor! This place is worth visiting. The prices are very fair for what you get. I got the tofu curry udon and my hubs got the mahi mahi cutlet and extra shrimp or something and everything was soooo delicious! I actually overate and felt terrible afterwards but it was worth it!

    (5)

  • Darin H.

    Coco Ichiban is definitely a must for anyone who's in Honolulu; wether you're a local or a tourist. They combine tasty Japanese-style curry (available in either spicy or mild) rice, and a variety of different topping options. It's cheap, usually less than $20 for two people; and it's filling, you'll leave (sometimes uncomfortably) filled and satisfied. A bonus: if you're just looking for some cheap eats, you can get a side of rice and gyoza, or even chicken cutlet for less than $5. Sure, it's not accompanied by the curry deliciousness, but you're not breaking the bank either! My favorites: Curry with Chicken Katsu Curry with Gyoza Curry with Corn Croquette While there's multiple locations on island; they're all good, and usually all offer the same level of service!

    (4)

  • Brutus M.

    its good, but nothing close to the actual chain in Japan, if they are the same company, I dont know. The taste is pretty good, but compared to the curry houses in tokyo this place tastes sort of blah. Still good though, but I am a curry fiend, so thus the 3 stars.

    (3)

  • Josh P.

    I used to be a curry HATER, but this place really grew on me as more branches opened up around my house. The one in McCully Shopping Center is my favorite. And my favorite dish is the Mabo Tofu curry! A cool option is adding some extra scoops of rice for a few more bucks if you're really really hungry, or a scrawny guy looking to gain a few pounds xD

    (3)

  • Joseph L.

    This location is probably the busiest I have seen. The curry here is obviously Japanese style and has no additions to the curry. Don't expect vegetables/potatos if you order a chicken katsu curry. I always make sure to get some combination like kimchee tonkatsu to make sure my curry isn't just sauce and rice.

    (3)

  • Lisa S.

    They are always busy. yesterday went bad... Usually I don't have any problem, but... When I went there, staff told us, "No seat for 2, we have to wait". A minutes later, one guy walked in and ask for 2 seat, and he got it. We were there before them! Not fair!! We wait for another 5 minutes then we got seats. After ordered food, they didn't bring spoon. Food came and we still didn't get spoon, so we had to ask for it. Their service was so bad today. Food was good, but I was very disappoint about service today.

    (2)

  • Natty D.

    My favorite curry house! :D nooooooooooom

    (5)

  • Ben Y.

    Another one of the places I must visit whenever I am home. My favorite is chicken katsu with vegetable croquette on the side - spicy. Build your own curry in the sense that you start with rice and curry and add different items. I haven't had a combination that I didn't like and even when they got my order wrong, it was still great. Then again, the only thing I just would not add to my curry is natto. Although I usually take out, when dining in, they put a pitcher of water at each table just in case you order too spicy, so there is never a wait for more. They also have comment cards, so I like to write bizarre comments and suggestions while I am waiting for my food. The take out containers are well constructed and usually transport without incident. ** I was recently saddened to learn that they have done away with the Curry Challenge. At first, I felt that the last 8 years I spent training were wasted, but like any athlete, I realize that I am a winner just for keeping up with the grueling regimen.

    (4)

  • Julia P.

    BEST curry i ever eaten... omg i had the chicken katsu.. with mixed veggies.. i went with my friend Justin and my bf charlie.. i never really eat to much curry but after this plate im addicted to the curry house.. it had perfect blend of flavor.. and large.. i though i was gonna have leftovers.. but to my surprise it was so good I ate it all.. mmmm i want some now! and also only downside.. cash only!!!

    (5)

  • Ron T.

    Lady took our menu but didn't take our orders. So stupid... sat here for 20min before I had to flag her down and take our orders.

    (1)

  • Pamela T.

    So good. That's all you need to know :]

    (5)

  • Kris A.

    Tasty curry. I ordered the Chicken Katsu plate. It was reasonably priced. The curry was a bit thin for my taste, but I enjoyed it nevertheless. Service was quite fast, and I like that the tables are stocked with water pitchers. I might just give the food a 3 or 3.5, but when I consider the service speed and cost, I think it deserves a 3.5 to 4.

    (4)

  • Derek N.

    I'm sure you must know Curry House's reputation, so I'll make it short. Cheap, fast, and delicious, which means it's great place to eat, as long as you like curry. Spicy or mild, more or less rice, YOU HAVE THE POWER! And they leave the water pitcher at your table so if you're a thirsty guy like me, you don't have to wait for more water! All that's left to say is this: try the kalbi!

    (5)

  • Jas C.

    My favorite "go to" lunch place on the island! Inexpensive tasty curry meals with tons of variations to choose from friendly staff, quick service great place to go when you are hungry and really need to eat right away, but didn't want fast foods. This is your place. Free parking right in front of the restaurant too. Very convenient Cash only is my only problem

    (5)

  • Rahn H.

    Oh my word! I can't believe I've never reviewed this place yet!!!!! So I probably eat at curry house at least 2 times a month!!! I actually brought a friend here and could believe he's lived in hawaii his whole life but never went to curry house!!! What rock had he been living under??? Anyways... My favorite here is the curry with the chicken cutlet and kimchee on the side! Why I love curry house so much? It's very reasonable on your pocket book! Also they have such a wonderful selection of curry dishes and lots of yummy sides. When my fiancé and I dine here we alway try to mix it up! With us both working in the food and beverage industry we always eat out but enjoy a hearty reasonable meal!!!! ^___^ I personally like my curry mild but every so often ill eat it hot. Haven't tried the udon yet or salads... Cause I'm pretty content with my dish! Only reason I docked off a star would be for park -___-... It totally blows!

    (4)

  • Ernest T.

    I really like this place. It is such a good deal for the amount of food you get, and the taste is awesome. You have to like curry is you come here, and rice. If you don't like curry don't come here, obviously. But the variety of things you can get here is crazy. You can keep adding things to your curry like fried oyster or Pork katsu. You can literally customize your plate. This place is conveniently located in Pucks Alley and has a huge parking lot. Its near the UH Manoa university and other good and diverse food areas. Service is quick, but place can get crowded, but it is still a great place for friends to come and eat and share. You will be stuffed. Just allow some time to get seat.

    (5)

  • Derek K.

    Curry House is one of those default "when-you-don't-know-what-to-eat" places. Taste is good, they give a lot and the price is right. Plus, those pickle things are amazing! Chicken cutlet, gyoza w/ cheezzzzzzzzzzzz is my default order.

    (4)

  • Byoung Kyu S.

    This will be a simple and easy review. Great tasting food at very low prices. Selection is great and the staff is very attentive. They even have magazines available if you are dining alone. The only negative is that they could work on cleanliness but it's not horribly dirty.

    (4)

  • Michele C.

    If u don't love curry u won't love it! I on the other hand am a due hard curry fan! It's simple and easy what type of foods u like? Pick a sauce and how much rice! My personal fave is the ma po tofu with mushrooms! Oh yeah Tia I hope u see this! I can't respond to u cuz u accidentally blocked me! :( I'm sure it was an accident! Lol

    (5)

  • Keith H.

    Japanese curry is one of my favorite foods. I loved it as a kid and still do as an adult. So when Curry House first came to Hawaii, I rejoiced. It's a far cry from the light yellow, tasteless stuff plate lunch places call "curry stew." This is the REAL deal, like mom used to make. (Or, since my mom is still alive, still makes.) I stopped by yesterday for dinner, having a chicken katsu curry with their green salad on the side. You do have a choice of spiciness, either mild or regular spicy. I go with the spicy one for full flavor. It came out on a healthy amount of rice, and just enough sauce to cover the rice. How they manage to do that, I don't know. The green salad...well, it was iceberg lettuce with corn on top, with a choice of either sesame dressing or their house vinaigrette. But I figured I'd need something to at least partially balance out the deep fried chicken katsu. (Sure, it's not the healthiest for your waistline, but this is comfort food after all.) As for the service, they take your order, deliver your food, and give you your check...don't really expect too much else. There's a water pitcher on the table so refills are self-service. (If you're sensitive to spicy stuff, that's a good thing.) And don't forget that they're cash only. Overall: Good for a fast, satisfying meal that pleases the palate and is easy on the wallet.

    (4)

  • Melanie A.

    Love, Love, Love this place. My comfort food . . . I literally run here after a bad day and this place never lets me down (well maybe twice when they were out of chicken katsu but I come here a lot so it happens). Quick, consistent and friendly service. Who could ask for more?

    (5)

  • Norman Who Gives The D.

    Never really thought jap curry was good, that is until I tried this place! First one i tried was the tonkatsu kimchi curry. But its safe to assume that everything is going to taste fairly similar since its the same curry in every dish. Well either way, the dish was delicious! Rice was perfectly cooked, cutlet freshly fried, and curry nicely flavored. The next day, I came back and had the shabu shabu beef with spinich. Like i said, it tasted great just with different meats. So what if its the same curry on ever dish, the point of the restaurant is CURRY and it achieves just that. The kicker is the price, $7-8 for a dish, in Hawaii is a freaken deal. Fast service and clean environment makes this place a must try.

    (5)

  • Elbert K.

    General Idea: You get a curry base and then you can order "ingredients" to it. They include stuff like croquettes, hot dogs, spam, chicken, everything the heart desires. Pros: You can basically make your own combo. This place is great if you like Japanese style curry. It's a good amount of food. The price is good. Cons: Parking. This parking lot is packed and you need some Vegas type of luck in order to find a spot. Tricks of the Trade: You can order by how much rice you want. Order less first and then add more as you need too. Pork tonkatsu, corn croquette, 2-3 scoops of rice = : )

    (4)

  • Rey T.

    Never will I venture anywhere else again for curry. Coco Ichiban Curry House is the end-all, be-all of Japanese Curry. If all you've had is S&B, which, in it's own right is great home curry, then this will be a great treat to your deprived taste buds. What does it have going for it? First of all, it's in Honolulu. Then the fact that you can pile any and all of the selected toppings in any one of your curry dishes. My personal favorite is the Beef Curry with Shabu Shabu Beef. Beef + Beef = Oh My Gah! I could eat here every night with a different curry, or the same. But if you're visiting Honolulu, just stop by! You won't be disappointed (i.e. depending on your topping, your individual mileage may vary. I can't vouch for the Kim Chee topping.)

    (5)

  • Jaynie K.

    I hadn't eaten Curry House in YEARS, prior to tonight, due to lovely gastric problems in my sensitive belly. But I decided to brave it out because I wanted to remember why I used to like it so much back in the day. My friend ordered the fried chicken and gyoza curry, and I made my own crazy combo: pork cutlet, corn cream croquette, shabu shabu beef, and cheese. Added on a "green salad", which was nothing but iceberg lettuce and a scattering of canned corn, but I needed some kind of vegetable! The sesame dressing was goooooood though. Mmm, the cutlet was crispy and hot, burnt and scraped off a bit of the roof of my mouth, but it was worth it! Croquette was so ooey gooey good! And the shabu shabu beef had been cooked a bit in the curry sauce, and was tender. I stuffed my face, and I tapped out, but to my dismay, it didn't even look like I made a dent in my food! Generous helpings? YES! I'll be eating curry leftovers for a couple days.

    (4)

  • Kelsey T.

    When I'm in the mood for something comforting and satisfying, Curry House is on the top of my list. This is Japanese curry done right. Making it even better is the many customization options you have ranging from spicyness to add-ons. You can pretty much get your curry any way you like it here. Prices are reasonable too so you know I'll keep coming back.

    (4)

  • Cheryl K.

    For some reason this location is the most similar to the Coco Ichiban Curry House that we visited in Japan. I LOVE the chicken cutlet katsu spicy curry with CHEESE. Probably not the healthiest but I always get that when we go there. My fiance usually get the spinach and shabu shabu beef udon. We love eating here and sometimes crave their japanese curry especially since it is the same brand that they use in Japan. Don't forget that they only take cash and there are many ATMs in the area. This is one of my favorite places to eat!

    (5)

  • Remy Z.

    Delicious curry Nine bucks for a pound of rice Color me content

    (5)

  • Joseph B.

    I like this place. Many toppings to choose from. It's not your at home pre-packaged curry.

    (4)

  • n p.

    Fried Tofu Curry & Croquette Curry = :] Really good and filling. Well priced and fast service.

    (5)

  • Xenia A.

    A friend and I met up for dinner, but we didn't decide on a place to eat. We ended up here. Wasn't really my first choice but we both had never been here before. I like curry, but this was a little too intense for me to eat. Also it was like a plate of heart attack, stroke, and clogged arteries all in one. I ordered chicken and made sure I had a side of vegetables. Apparently this is like a hot spot for a lot of local people, but for me it was an a-ok visit. I'm not sure if I'll be going back, but if I want something really oily and bad I guess I'll make the trip here again :)

    (3)

  • Ann C.

    Food coma heaven! I like my chicken katsu curry udon with egg, kimchi, and taco balls EXTRA spicy!!! omg. ... *drools*.. shabu shabu beef with spinach is also super duper delicious! yum! The curry house in Honolulu tasted wayyy better than the ones in L.A. for some reason. The idea of being able to choose anything to add in my curry makes me want to giggle like a little girl.. Definitely try the a curry+cheese or curry+kimchi combination if you never had it. It's so freaking good!

    (5)

  • Brent T.

    This place is awesome. The menu is simple: pick your curry, spice level, add-on items and amount of rice (any place that asks how much rice you want is a plus in my book). I ordered the shabu shabu beef with gyoza and extra rice. I never knew putting gyoza into my curry would be so delicious. It was actually a nice contrast to the soft meat, curry and rice combination. The food was nice and hearty. Definitely a place to try if you like good, fast, cheap food of if you love curry (which I do!). I can't wait to try this place again!

    (5)

  • pirateninja a.

    I love this place. After being introduced to this franchise by my sister, I have never stopped going to this place. It's like addiction and I never tire of having my chicken katsu curry. The only thing that makes me sad is the lack of veggies. MORE PICKLES but anything else, perfect. And great stuff for the price you get.

    (4)

  • Karen L.

    I've always loved this place. It's always been my first stop off the plane and last stop before I board. If they didn't have the no liquid rule this would also be my carry on. That's all I have to say.

    (5)

  • Van D.

    I love it here! Their curry is the bomb and I love it! I like my fried chicken. Mmmmmm! I would eat this everyday if I could! I can't wait to go back there when I'm in Hawaii again! I've tried to make it myself but it's not the same! =( Why can't they franchise it out to the mainland?!?! Anyways, I love it here; it's cheap and delicious! See you soon Curry House!

    (5)

  • Jen D.

    Best Japanese curry joint in the entire US of A. Super reasonable prices and the most interesting combos. The bf had the beef and spinach, which is he still talks about to this day... I went for karaage with gyoza and cheese FTW!!!!!

    (5)

  • Olivia D.

    I have to be the voice of dissent. This place is nasty! And it'll make you fat with the copious amounts of lard and sugar in the sauce. Don't get me wrong: I'm Japanese and I love curry, but as far as Japanese curry houses go, this is not the one to visit. Yes, they offer a variety of fillings, but I found the very sweet goopy brown sauce quite disturbing. Blech.

    (1)

  • Jack C.

    Not sure why people are raving about this place. It's a fast food chain with waiter service. Foods okay and on the saltier side. Curry is flavorful. Not much else to say cuz majority of the items are deep fried and breaded.

    (2)

  • Michelle O.

    Mmmm, cuuuuuuuurrrrrrrryyyyyy. Not too many places on the mainland where you can get curry in a hurry. The first time I went here, I came back 2 more times that week and ordered the same thing each time--the beef. It was deeeeeeelllliiiiiish. The meat was sliced thin and enrobed in perfectly prepared curry, served with a side of rice. For an extra buck or so, you can add spinach. Also tried the croquette but didn't care for it much. The breading was 1/8 inch thick and would be bland had it not been for the curry. Now, if I could only find nutritional content for their dishes...it's pretty addictive & I wanna know just how much damage I'm doing to my body by menu item.

    (5)

  • Linda W.

    This is the first place I went to go eat after I landed in Honolulu. It was opened pretty late so my friend suggested we try it. The menu was big but to a vegetarian, it was too small. I opted for the veggie croquette and tofu mabo with white rice. The rice was small grain and sticky. Reminded me a lot of Japanese rice. Yummy! The tofu mabo was thick and spicy. It was a very heavy meal. I didn't care for the veggie croquette. I had leftovers and I took it home with me. It taste better reheated then when I first got it. =X I will be back if I'm on a budget!

    (4)

  • Yuko K.

    We didn't realize that Yotteko-ya is closed on Wed (seriously?? I thought all Japanese establishments close on Mondays!) and I was so hungry that I did not want to get back in a car to find another place to eat. So, we ended up eating at Coco Ichibanya. It's a Japanese chain restaurant and I even see some locations in my hometown, which says a lot since I am from a pretty small city. It's a very fast and efficient service. The price is very affordable. Nothing very special and not definitely a destination whie visiting Honolulu. My husband probably enjoyed the food a lot more than I did but he's a pretty easy to please. It was nice that they had a high chair for our baby,

    (3)

  • Dennis M.

    First time to this place, quite, small but convenient. Good selection of menu and items, water given order was quick and delivery fast. Food taste good and hopefully consistent. Quick and satisfying, will come again. Thanks

    (4)

  • Khai L.

    Had curry udon, it was tasty!

    (4)

  • Sid S.

    The staff at the McCully Curry house have been fast and friendly most times I've come, but occasionally they're a bit frazzled since they're always pretty busy. I like the curry here a lot, my favorites being the chicken cutlet curry and shabu shabu beef - always spicy. One issue with this location is parking, but the secret is to not park on top - park in the underground lot where there's always space and it's much faster to leave as well.

    (5)

  • Christopher C.

    Visit: 6/24/09 - Lunch. Had the fried chicken curry. Fried Chicken Curry - The chicken was good, but the curry was too oily. Did they change the taste of their curry? Normally I love their curry, but it just tasted oily. No one likes oily curry. Service was okay. Price was kinda expensive. $8.50 for a plate of curry with 4 small pieces of chicken. I won't come back. Too bad, this was one of my favorite places.

    (2)

  • Tessa t.

    food is the same...that gets around 3 stars service...blah. when? 45 mins ago. the bf called in to do a phone order from home... i was already driving there... when i got there the whole staff was in the "kitchen" area talking story... so i had to get their attention before i got helped... the cashier then came over to ask what i needed... i told her i was picking up take out under "tes" or "the bf's name"... she goes, "huh? one order or two?" i say, "i'm not sure my bf made the order. don't you have it under a name or phone number?" she says, "no." fudge!! i had to walk all the way back to my car to grab my phone and find out exactly what my bf ordered.... when i got home i started to complain to the bf about what happened... he said that he already knew that was gonna happen... how? when he was finish placing his phone order...he was in the MIDDLE of asking if that's all the info she needed...but before he was finished with his sentence...the lady HUNG UP on him... so again, service...BLAH!

    (1)

  • Rainbow B.

    Man, I miss this spot. I made spam katsu curry and it was no where near the same as this place. If I was in Hawaii RIGHT NOW, I'd be eating here for lunch. The proportions are big. Curry's tasty with a little kick. And you have many choices!!! Oh yeah, this parking plaza gets currrazzzeeee. So just be careful while maneuvering your car. It's likely to get hit.

    (5)

  • Kris K.

    If you are a curry lover, I would definitely recommend visiting one of the Coco curry locations - just not this one. The food was awesome and I love their large selection of sides you could add to your dish. However, their spicy curry was not spicy at all. I was a bit disappointed. Also, the service was sub par. The workers are basically bussers so once you have your meal, you'll need to flag them down if you need something else. Another negative is they only take cash so make sure you have enough in your wallet or you'll be searching for an ATM. Another reason I do not like this location is the parking is horrible. If you are going during peak time for dinner or lunch, expect to fight for a parking spot. It took us forever to find a spot nearby.

    (3)

  • Quailty P.

    This is the best location to try curry house, as it has udon! I think only one other does, but the udon is just heavenly and I pile on the goodies, like katsu, so crispy. I always plan to stop here whenever i'm in town for some surfing! Fills you up fast! And the parking lot is sweet too. O yea, if you really get cravings you can buy their curry powder at the counter and just add it to other curry's back home and it will bring you back to hawaii! (not as good, but it gives you that sweet burn!)

    (5)

  • Ralph L.

    Awesome food, and the music was great too (if you like funk, which I do). The service was fast and very good also. Very enjoyable experience. Dinner for four, with appetizers for $42 in Waikiki is great too. We'll definitely be coming back. The chicken cutlet with curry and tofu noodle dishes were awesome.

    (5)

  • Dorothy M.

    Had the stew chicken spinach udon. Mild. O.M.G. BEST CURRY EVER! The curry is not soupy but pasty. Smooth and flavorful. So good!!!

    (5)

  • Dave H.

    99 out of 100 times, me and my gf order the chicken cutlet w/ cheese. that other 1 out of 100 times, I go for the chicken cutlet w/ udon. I know, I really have to try something new...but why mess with what you already know to be good (im sure the others are great as well though). This place is a MUST-go if you're a tourist from the mainland b/c it is quite unique "food-wise" to the mainland palate. This place is definitely missed during my cold, snow winters in the big O.

    (5)

  • Rhea T.

    You walk in and it's like, you've died and gone to curry heaven. Yeah, that's exactly how I'd describe it.

    (5)

  • Mara W.

    LOVE their curry but the locations they put them in either have very bad parking or too little seating!! Wish they had one at kahala Mall or near the Kaimuki / Kapahulu area.

    (5)

  • dannydan d.

    My bf was like, "Ooo hell no, I don't want to go to that franchise place!" before we were in SF. But then he was like, "I kinda wanna check it out now after reading yelp reviews..." So we went once we got the rental car in HNL... I personally love curry... especially seafood curry... well they have it... the special was Squid Ink Curry. I ordered that and my bf ordered the Chicken Kalbi curry (WHOA... you can have kalbi curry???). Both spicy. They were both GREAT. I thought it was a lil salty, but my bf told me it was just right for him. The squid ink curry was hella good... I wish they put more squid though. The kalbi chicken was good too. They prolly cooked the kalbi with onion... it tasted a lil sweet than usual, but it's totally good. And parking was a breeze... what else could you ask for...

    (4)

  • Aaron M.

    Coco Ichiban is the best place to get japanese curry!!!! This location in McCully Shopping Center is, to my knowledge, the first opened in Hawaii. I've been constantly eating at this place circa 2000 (or whenever the hell it opened) and fell utterly in love with it. The menu is diverse to the point of items you would never eat (that tend to disappear from the menu) like small fried whole octopi and natto (fermented bean curd). Cheese curry sounds bad, but it's actually a perfect mixture to japanese style curry (cheese is good on pretty much anything anyway). My staples are chicken katsu, fried chicken (karaage), cheese, and fried tofu. Other types available (off the top of my head) are shabu shabu (stewed) beef, spinach, kimchi, fired octopus (legs only), squid rings, shrimp, vegetable crouquette, cream crouquette, eggplant and more. Any of these can be mixed together. They also serve udon curry! The other great thing about Curry house is the upgradable rice portion size. For a little more cash you can get about a hundred grams more rice. Sadly, they have discontinued the "Curry Challenge" in which a patron could order the "Challenge" which consisted of 1 kg of rice and spicy curry (mild is not an option in the Challenge) with any topping you choose. You have 20 minutes to eat it all. if you succeed, you get the meal free and have a polaroid picture taken and posted on the wall. If you fail, you pay $20 for the meal. My friends, two 200+ lbs grown men, attempted the "Challenge" and failed. It was pretty funny to watch as they scarfed down curry and sweat profusely. Okay, maybe it wasn't that funny... more like gross.

    (5)

  • Dee T.

    Coming to Hawaii is like coming to a home I've never known. Remind me to ask my Filipino parents just *why* they thought moving to the mainland, and the Midwest especially, was the way to go. I've had Japanese curry before - um, at Musashi at DTW McNamara terminal :P - and it definitely does not compare to the offerings I sampled here at Coco Ichiban. I went in faith, based only on Yelp reviews, and was not disappointed. I chose the chicken katsu, which I would assume is like the sweet-and-sour chicken or the chicken tikka masala of the Japanese curry world, but kicked it up with a side of kimchi (god I love that stinky wilty stuff). And I positively gorged myself, something I've never really thought possible with any sort of Japanese cuisine. Yummy!

    (4)

  • Marc H.

    Based on the Japanese CoCos it was a pleasant surprise, yet there were elements missing such as much more spiciness and Nan bread.

    (4)

  • herman w.

    As good as the one at ala moana. More sit down seats and better a/c

    (4)

  • Mojojojo Y.

    what happened to you curry house??!! granted i haven't eaten curry from here ever since i discovered the curry at shirokiya's tonkatsu ginza bairin but what the hell? service was excellent but curry tasted so bland. like watered down curry. like totally processed curry on a conveyor belt. i had to confer with the bf - is it just me or does this curry not really taste very "curry-ish?" boyfriend agreed. i used to love their chicken cutlet with cheese but after this i won't be wasting my money when i can get truly wonderful yummy curry elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Emmy D.

    Quick & tasty food, attentive service, great prices. I always end up at Curry House when I have those days where I don't get a chance to eat at all when I get too busy (and so a CH dish becomes my only meal of the day). It might be the reason why I can never get tired of it. I suffer from hunger to the point I could eat dirt and it'd taste like cheesecake. Anyway, I'm so happy they close at 11PM! Love the fried stuff..fried everything. I always get one fried item with mabo tofu and spicy curry because it's so addicting. Their salads are a bit of a joke because of how puny they are. A few pieces of lettuce and like 8 kernels of corn? LOL.

    (5)

  • Rob D.

    I love the Ahi Curry with cheese and spinach. The restaurant is always clean and the services is fast and friendly. You have to add the cheese and spinach to any of their meals. It really adds great flavor.

    (5)

  • Alan K.

    Yum. Yummers. Yum-meriffic. Seriously, one of the best comfort foods we were able to find on our trip to Hawaii. When you think curry, you're probably thinking to your self: "self, i bet the selection is limited". Well, that's what I thought. Boy, was I wrong. They had what seemed to be 30 different curry combinations and if they all were anything like what I ordered, this place deserves 6 stars.

    (5)

  • Deanthony N.

    What can I say, I LOVE CURRY HOUSE haha. For me, I always get the chicken cutlet with cheese spicy. For me, I like the McCully location the most. I've tried the curry at Ala Moana, McCully, and University Square and I feel that the McCully one makes the best one. Ala Moana would be second. It can get crowded at night, especially on weekends and if you want a table. Lunch time is way less crowded and there's this one waitress I really like that works in the daytime. Pricing is good and you get a pretty good amount, so come when you're pretty hungry~

    (5)

  • Ane P.

    This is one place I will never have enough of. The idea of being able to go into a restaurant and to order any sort of curry you like--AND to have it arrive in front of you in a matter of minutes...nothing short of amazing. I always order the stewed chicken, shrimp and eggplant curry (hot please!), with a side of kim chee. I don't know how other people don't catch on and open curry houses throughout the rest of the country?

    (5)

  • Kalina K.

    It was a little difficult to decide on which location to review about, as there are multiple locations with the same exact menu--and I've eaten at most of them But anyway, the curry is good. But for my friend's sake, I will give it only three stars. She is from Japan and claims that "back home", they've got tons more on their menu. Including more ingredients & toppings, more salads, sides, naan bread, soups, croquettes, "curry sticks", kids' meals and many many drinks. Also, in Japan, you can have more personalization with the sizes and spiciness levels. They have sizes from 200 cc all the way to 1,000 cc, and can accomodate even more than that. For spiciness levels, they have regular, mild, and then levels 1 thru 10. Sounds like she's a little disappointed sometimes when we come. But as she says, it's still good. Better than most places. Take it or leave it.

    (3)

  • Steve S.

    Good eats at a good price. Shabu Shabu beef curry with veg croq. hmmmm. 2 people about 23 w/ tip.

    (4)

  • Lisa J.

    Funny story: This was our first date place (I know, I'm a cheap date) and at the end of our meal, my now-hubby looked mortified when he saw the 'CASH ONLY' sign at the register. I ended up paying for our meal and he was so embarassed that he promised the next 50 dates were on him. Curry House curry is my comfort food. 10 years ago, I had my first taste of Curry House curry. A friend and I were searching for food in Waikiki and we stumbled upon the Curry House that used to be on Kalakaua. We got curry to go, went back to the Sheraton, and sat on the floor to enjoy our lunch. OMG, I fell in love after that first spoonful. Their goma (sesame) dressing is yummy. If you've never had it, you should definitely try it! Creamy, a little sweet, and kind of nutty. I always get a green salad and 200 grams of rice to go with my beef curry. =) I don't use any of the powder to spice it up but I do throw in a bunch of those pickled vegetables (fukujinzuke) to give my curry some crunch. Yum! I have a friend who did "The Challenge" at the University location. Although he kept saying, 'I think I'm going to die, I think I'm going to die,' it sure was fun watching him do it! 14 minutes, baby!! I wish they would bring that back!

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  • Rj S.

    Bottom line: Cheap, large quantity, best Japanese curry I've ever had and fast service.

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  • Bruce L.

    One of my fav places in Honolulu, like all the variety of curry, you also get to choose rice volume and spiciness too. It's cheap relatively, but like many other places in the area, it's always crowded.

    (4)

  • Vi L.

    Tasty curry, quick service, great portions and consistency every visit. Sublime

    (5)

  • Jason A.

    I love eating curry and when a friend suggested this place, I was actually hesitant to go b/c i wanted to eat more local Hawaiian food. Fortunately, I am glad I didn't pass this place up. They have some very different types of curry I've never eaten before. Tried their Chicken Cutlet Curry w/ Cheese (huh? what? with cheese?!) and their Mahi Mahi Spinach w/Cheese and they were freakin good. Never had curry sauce with cheese in it and it definitely stimulated my taste receptors. I wish I had more time to definitely eat the other dishes. I am definitely a fan. Please come to socal!

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  • Milica N.

    I love this place....sigh.... I do miss the Brazilian joint which used to be in this shopping center, but you can never go wrong with Curry house!! It's so yummy! :) I typically go with the udon, as it's always good. I had this time around the chicken cutlet and mixed veggies, which was outstanding. I kept it simple, but I was not disppointed!! A side of rice and I was in heaven. The portions are very good, and I left feeling VERY satisfied. All in all, an excellent choice!!! Love this place! Can't wait to go back!

    (5)

  • Helen W.

    ugh. love this place and im not ashamed to say it. yea it's a chain but whatever. always get the shabushabu beef curry spicy and get the corn croquettes. so good. it's teeny tiny but that's ok. if i lived in hawaii i'd honestly probably get this at least once a week. i dont even go near the food court at ala moana cuz i just want curry and orange julius haha

    (5)

  • Jordan T.

    i love curry, curry loves me, i go to coco curry house to satisfy my curry needs. i love it with cheese. and a side of shabu shabu.

    (5)

  • Chie F.

    Good, cheap curry, all at the Coco Curry! My 2 favorites are: Mabo Tofu Ramen (I think it's the cheapest curry) Chicken Cutlet Curry with Cheese (The Cheese makes it so good!)

    (5)

  • Sarah F.

    My first Japanese curry experience. Split the beef curry with the hubby. Good stuff!

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  • Noeru N.

    yeah, go ahead, call me gross, tell me how my combination sounds utterly awful, but this is what i get time and time again... natto curry with spinach and fried tofu (put the fried tofu on the side so it doesn't get soggy) .. it is really good!! i love pouring a little tonkatsu sauce on my curry too.. sometimes I wish they would have a traditional beef curry, you know with chunks of beef, potatoes, carrots etc...

    (3)

  • Anita R.

    Mmmmm. curry just like mom used to make. It's the classic curry flavor of Japan. Not India... Not Thai... But Japanese, "homestyle" Karei-Rai-su. The fukujin-zuke and ice water top it off for a perfect, quick, hearty lunch before power-shopping for aloha goodies at the mall. Add katsu if you're starved!

    (5)

  • .elin f.

    I love Japanese curry!!! I was not brave enough to try the curry with cheese but the curry with chicken katsu was delicious. Please, please, PLEASE open up a location in Northern California. I promise that I will single handedly make you profitable. Just mull it over, okay?

    (5)

  • Dijon Y.

    Extremely consistently good curry. Above average. I think the regular spicy is not that spicy. Next time I'll ask for the "spicy" and not the "mild" or "regular". They do one thing and do it well, relatively quickly. Had the chicken cutlet with sprinkled cheese curry and rice plate. I like that the menu has pictures of each dish, but since its all brown curry, they all mostly look the same. haha.

    (4)

  • Rick B.

    The curry here is addicting. I always order the fried chicken and gyoza curry w/ rice. They give u a choice of whether u want it mild or spicy and the amount of rice u prefer(either 300, 400 or 500 grams). I like mine spicy, of course, w/ 500grams of rice. Ten years ago, I used to come here and they have this thing where if any customer could finish a 1000 grams of rice, the meal would be on the house. Unfortunately, they dont have that anymore 'cause i'd be going for it..

    (5)

  • Edward L.

    For $6.95, you won't get anything better than this! Great place for a quick and satisfying meal.

    (4)

  • Kitty Y.

    the only thing i ever order here (and have been for years) is the chicken cutlet with cheese, mild. DELICIOUS! oh, actually, once i tried the ahi cutlet with cheese when i was trying to become a pescatarian, and while it was pretty good, the chicken is better. cheese is great on everything. this dish is total comfort food, it makes me want to lie down and watch a movie when i'm done.

    (5)

  • sky i.

    I love this place and their curry sauce. I don't think I can add much to what has already been said on this post. I'd give my left ________(enter body part of your choice) to know their curry recipe.

    (5)

  • Clara K.

    i love the curry here! it's true japanese style curry, and they really pour it on (along with a generous serving of rice). you can customize the toppings so that you get exactly what you want. you can even change the amount of rice you get (although they go by cc... and who in the US really knows what cc's are? i just stick with the default amount of rice and i'm fine). last time, i tried the shabu shabu (thinly sliced) beef curry with cheese, and a side of kimchi. it was DELISH! i also like their katsu curry (again with cheese -- try it, it's better than it sounds!). i saw a sign that said black curry was coming soon, made with squid ink i think? coco ichibanya is a must stop for me anytime i visit honolulu!

    (5)

  • Cyrus F.

    So, I only like reviewing places that are either really good or really bad, and Coco is one of the really good ones. Like, once-in-a-lifetime-kine good. So good some guy in Japan turned it into a PS2 game (I'm not kidding!). Not being a fan of spicy foods in general, I didn't like curry at all until I tried their version of brown curry, which is utterly freakin delicious (and not spicy if you don't want it to be)... Basically, if you didn't know already you choose a meat and/or vegetable dish (I like chicken, kalbi w/ a cream corn croquette which is quite possibly the best I've ever had), how much rice you want (from a lot to a humongous amount), and a spicy or mild curry. The curry itself is a bold, unique and sweet flavor, which kinda tastes like candy. I could imagine using it on just about anything. I don't have the slightest clue as to what the hells in it but I do know it is one of the best tasting things I've encountered on Oahu. The one downside is its not the kind of place you can go to everyday, in that a little bit goes a long way... Its kind of like Disneyland for your taste buds and stomach. For me it'd be overkill to go more than once a month.

    (5)

  • Oly C.

    This place is conveniently located in Pucks Alley near the UH Manoa university and other food areas. Service is quick, but place can get crowded. They have three big booths for big parties over 5+ people. I like the taste of the gravy here more than then one in Mcully--probably because it's bad for me but delicious nonetheless. Sometimes if you go when they are about to close they will give you bigger portions so they can get rid of the last of the supply (I've been lucky so far). Parking is validated for the first half n hour.

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  • Karl D.

    Best curry I've ever had. If I have to choose between Thai, Indian, and Japanese curry, I would shoot myself. But if I have to rank them, I would put this on top. This curry has that special blend of I don't know how many spices. The texture is about the same as Thai curry, but the spices are totally different. This one is atypical of Japanese food, which I find to be bland. The flavors are strong but not overpowering. The katsu is crunchy with the right amount of crunch. I'm trying to come up with compliments for this place, but the only thing that comes to mind is me drooling over the menu, almost liking the plate clean, and leaving fat and happy.

    (5)

  • Joshua Y.

    I was craving curry after driving by "Curry House" pretty much everyday and was finally swayed after reading yelp's rave reviews. To sum it up, it's a no frills diner type joint that serves tasty curry fast with a very courteous staff! I did the counter service and ordered the curry with pork tonkatsu and kimchi and was pleasantly satisfied for $6.75. I could have used a bit more kimchi, but all in all can't complain. I do also like that they leave a pitcher of water on the counter, so you don't need to wait for someone to refill your cup. I saw some getting takeout and it appeared that they can turnaround those orders quickly as well!

    (4)

  • Angela Y.

    This place is AMAZING! Once again, Yelp came to my rescue! The curry is thick, sweet, and flavorful. The service is fast and courteous. The prices are unbelievable. The selection ranges from vegetarian curry to donkatsu curry to squid ink curry. You definitely can find a dish that satisfy your hungry. There are maybe 6 tables and 10 bar seats, so this place fills up FAST. BTW, this is a CASH ONLY place. They do not accept credit cards.

    (5)

  • Boki C.

    great value! they also have magazines that i liked there too! lotsa food & it was piping hot

    (4)

  • hank j.

    That was soo soo good. Got the deep fried oysters with curry, but make sure you as for oysters on the side. This really is as good as it gets! place was nice and clean, service was good food was plenty, and if you don't think so, just get some more rice.

    (5)

  • Arnold G.

    It's hard top Aaron's thorough review of Curry House, just as it's hard top Curry House if you want to eat Japanese curry. So what are you waiting for? Go there and eat...NOW!

    (4)

  • Melissa B.

    I was afraid of curry, until I went here. Really yummy stuff, tasty, not crazy spicy. It's kinda fast-food-ish, but sooo delish nonetheless. They give generous portions that really fill you up. Anything chicken here is definitely worth a try. You'll leave this place satisfied and happy :-) I am now a fan of Japanese curry!!

    (5)

  • Nan R.

    This is the best Japanese style curry house Kevin & I have ever tried. We stopped in here last time (by chance) on the way from the airport to the hotel. It's a small place that accepts only cash but for $20 we had two plates of curry and two drinks! We ordered the udon curry which was amazing and Chicken Katsu Curry which was sooo good. The chicken was nice and crispy, not too oily. The curry (you can order it mild or spicy) was perfect! You might see us there again this time!

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  • Albert L.

    Before I start in on the restaurant I have to say that their location in McCully Plaza is key, although parking there is more of a heinous bee-yotch then Rosie O'Donnell. If you haven't been there before, they are a quick walk over the Ala Wai Bridge from Waikiki, and personally you have better food selection for cheaper there. As for the actual restaurant, this is a no-frills Japanese style curry place that does it's job well. For those of you who haven't had Japanese curry, it's different from Indian in that there's pretty much only one flavor, there's no coconut type milk in it, and it's a little less stinky, although just as delicious. I actually found one of the original ones in the middle of Shibuya in Tokyo, and it's definitely popular there, although you'll see more locals eating here than Japanese tourists. Their prices are pretty cheap; my favorite meal consists of either a Mabo Tofu or Chicken Cutlet Curry w/rice and a green side salad with a yummy dressing which is around $8. The cool thing is you can get a small portion of rice and they knock of $0.50 or add on extra rice for the same price. It's a filling meal in a no-frills, minimalist dcor environment. I've had nicer Japanese curry that's a little more extravagant in Los Angeles (Hurry Curry of Tokyo in West LA's Sawtelle district comes to mind) but it's definitely more expensive at those places too. All in all, a great quick dining experience...if you can find parking!

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  • Liz W.

    It is pretty good for it is price.

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  • stacy l.

    curry house is one of my favorite places in HI. the katsu curry udon is off the hook, the best ive ever had and i swear its the only thing i ever get when i go there AND it comes with rice, so you get tons of food. the only thing that sucks, but the food is good.

    (4)

  • Diamond Girl L.

    good service, good prices and good food. wish parking was a little easier tho...

    (4)

  • Bay A.

    these guys are friggin awesome. i dont even really like curry but this stuff was amazing. prices are awesome. i wish i discovered them sooner. i had the katsu curry and some croquette. really, this stuff was bomb. if you havent tried it go right now. really!

    (5)

  • ck s.

    The curry flavor is just classical of Japan curry. The food is great and the staff is rather friendly. Parking here is sometimes hard but usually OK. Its a smaller size restaurant at a shopping corner. It is worth going back, until you learn how to do some of the dishes yourself; simply pour the curry gravy over the rice and dish that has been previously fried; e.g chicken Katsu, say. One can buy S&B brand curry at the market. The sweet and sour snack on each table is what I still crave for, and makes it definitely worth it for me to keep going back for though. Nice place to chill.

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  • Rocky C.

    I've been to the CoCo curry in japan many times. This place does do a good job in retaining the menu and dishes they offered in japan. But when i was in japan place like this was kind of the last choice for a cheap meal on minimal amount of time.All the curry is beef flavor which kind of sucks b/c in japan there was alternative choices..... Just don't expect much out of this place.

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  • Jeff P.

    Good food and open late. I had the chicken katsu curry and the gf had udon. Definitely would recommend this place. Service was also excellent and our waitress was friendly.

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  • Theresa K.

    Back in Southern California, we used to eat Curry House at least twice a month. We crave the buttery, rich and smooth taste of Japanese curry and the pleasant contrast with the daikon radish. Here, Curry has a whole new meaning. The breading on the chicken katsu curries are thick, crispy, multi-textured and delicious. Add to that the creamy curry and the kimchi/cheese topping you can add, and you are in one delirious curry heaven. Curry House or Coco Ichiban? I would have to confess I'd go with Ichiban in a heartbeat - it's that good.

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  • Jon H.

    First time here on vacation. It's cheap and fast. Lots of selections to go with your curry. I would love to go back and eat all the other combinations!

    (4)

  • Grimeater A.

    Cheese and curry, who would've known? Such a perfect combination of flavors. I can't believe how good a fast food curry could be. My favorite combo: Kalbi Meat, Spinach and Cheese. Loaded with the pickled veggies they offer of course.

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  • Katniss B.

    I have to come to coco ichiban curry house whenever I'm in honolulu. It's DELICIOUS! I've had japanese curry at many japanese restaurants, but it's never like how coco makes it. My husband ordered the kimchi tonkatsu with rice and I ordered the chicken katsu with udon and I added cheese on top. Both was delicious. Never had kimchi with curry before and it was really good. Remember to add those preserved turnips in with the curry....it's good and it's FREE!

    (5)

  • Travis M.

    Although a chain, some of the best "japanese style" curry you can get in hawaii. Fast, consistent and reasonable. Try this, Shabu Shabu Beef with Cheese!

    (4)

  • Nida O.

    i usually don't eat curry, but this place is bomb! yesterday i had a squid salad and shared the chicken katsu/gyoza spicy curry. The portions are pretty huge so sharing the main dish was filling for me. the salad dressing was delicious too!

    (5)

  • Tiffany K.

    Just as Ken K. mentioned, WHY do we not have a Curry House in the Bay Area? I guess we don't get to have EVERYTHING here. Anyhow, this place is absolutely delicious. My boyfriend took me here because I asked him to take me everywhere that was good and different from the bay. I had not gotten the chance to try other locations (since I was on vacation, I didn't want to go to the same place twice, you know?), but this location was very clean and the service was good too. My boyfriend and I both ordered the chicken cutlet curry dish. WIth our dish, we got ice cold water that tasted great (a change from the Bay Area, since our tap water we get at restaurants taste nasty), and our rice and curry was hot and didn't taste like it was left for any amount of time to sit and get cold. Anyways, the dish was so, so good. Yes, it's just curry, but my gosh it was delicious. And just like Ken K. mentioned (sorry I keep mentioning you, Ken), this is not fancy or nice food, but it is definitely comfort good. (And I can only imagine how good this would be on a hangover). If only the curry I made tasted as good as it does here.. CURRY HOUSE - COME TO THE BAY AREA!

    (5)

  • Charles P.

    This spot got me through the rough days in hawaii. beautiful spot the service is on like clock work. been there prlly the most during my stay in hawaii

    (5)

  • Lori L.

    Japanese curry is so yummy, it's perfect for that 10 pm hunger attack when you're out with friends. Curry House Coco Ichibanya is a fast food curry chain. Everything is already prepped and just needs to be heated and assembled. It's not gourmet or fancy, it is filling and tasty. My go to order is the Spicy Shabu Beef with Spinach and a side Potato Croquettes. The spicy curry isn't hot at all, but you could get mild if you're worried. I like the soft, thinly sliced beef and the spinach makes me feel like there is something healthy on my plate. The Potato Croquettes is just a frozen croquettes that they deep fry, but that doesn't mean it's not tasty, and don't forget the katsu sauce that's on the table. Last seating is at 11:15 pm, add the Curry House to your list of late night places to snack.

    (3)

  • Claire F.

    Good ole reliable Curry House, this location opens later than most of their franchises and never disappoints. It's a relatively small venue with a few 4-person tables and seats at the bar-like counter lining the kitchen area. Clean, with a friendly wait staff, and the food comes out fast! Choose your spice level (mild or spicy), choose the amount of rice (regular or extra?), and choose from the extensive range of meat/vegetable curry dishes. With so many choices, I'm often making a split-second decision upon ordering. True Japanese curry flavor, but more liquid in consistency than some of the local varieties, which works well with their wide range of curry dishes. They also serve side dishes, such as shu mai and fried octopus, in case you want to supplement the giant portions they already provide. Only detriment is the crazy parking situation in McCully Shopping Center, although most times I've been pretty lucky. Very affordable. Cash only!

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  • Danielle A.

    Read about you guys on yelp, and Hawaii's not really known for "open late" foods, so I was down to try this place. We ordered the chicken curry katsu with kimchi, and it was good, not OMG I LOVE CURRY HOUSE good. I'd say this place is a good staple for quick/cheap food. They really weren't stingy at ALL with the curry, so if you're a curry fan... Go here.

    (3)

  • Steven L.

    Consistently good curry with a large variety of choices. When I have a craving for curry, this is usually the first place that comes to mind. My favorite items include chicken cutlet, cheese, mixed mushrooms, shabu shabu beef, and eggplant. Nothing fancy expected here, just simple japanese style curry.

    (3)

  • Benny N.

    We love the curry, but.... We call an order in every Saturday for our employees, and have yet to get a full correct order. We have a fluent English speaker call in our order, perhaps they could get one to take the order. #lostintranslation

    (1)

  • Lily Z.

    Stopped by the plaza and couldn't not stop by to try the food. The pork cutlet was alright; the pork was difficult to chew and did not seem fresh. The chicken cutlet and the clam and spinach curry were great! Both of which are among their popular dishes. Definitely need to try it! I got mines regular (spicy) but would recommend getting mild because it's more flavorful!

    (3)

  • Jon H.

    Curry House does one thing, but damn they do it well. When I'm in the mood for something quick and delicious, Curry House is usually the first thing that springs to mind. Their selections of different toppings for their Japanese style curry is quite extensive, but I tend to stand by my familiar favorite order of takoyaki curry. And on those occasions when I'm not worried about looking good, I like to add cheese to my takoyaki curry because cheese makes everything taste better. But you might be asking yourself why I say that? Well, I don't know about you, but ooey, gooey cheese strings stretching from the plate, spoon, and my face doesn't scream attractive to me. Haha. Of all their locations, I frequent the McCully Shopping Center one the most by far. The staff here are all very courteous and attentive to their customers, and each is very knowledgeable of the menu and can answer basically any curry related question you can come up with. The servers are the friendliest of any CoCo Ichinabya I've been to, and that includes even the ones in Tokyo. Whether I'm seated at the bar or a booth, I'm always greeted with a smile. That kinda customer service is so important to developing a great experience and ambiance, and the McCully Shopping Center location has the staff to truly deliver. And maybe it's only in my head, or maybe it's due to the exemplary service provided, but I swear even the curry tastes better here than at other Curry Houses! There are not many places you can go where you're gonna leave full, satisfied, and happy for less than $10 per person. Curry House, however, is definitely one that falls in that category, and in my opinion is the leader of the pack. I'm never not in the mood for a meal here, and it's probably become my favorite quick service, sit-down restaurant around.

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  • Jules Y.

    If you love curry lotsa different ways, this is a great place to go. Kind of a medium-sized hole in the wall kind of Japanese diner nestled in the McCully Shopping Center on the first floor in the right half of the bldg closer to the middle and left of 7-11. Haven't been here for at least a decade or almost two so it's nice to see it still exists :) It is evening when we are there and inside it is lit but just seems a bit too dim like it's quiet and sad :( idk I ordered the spicy mahi mahi, spinach, and cheese curry rice ($9.75); three of my friends ordered the chicken cutlet curry rice ($7.30) lol My dish was hardly spicy and my fish was a little too well-cooked for what I like so next time I'll know to order it much spicier with fish that's cooked until "moist". The rice was cooked al dente, just right for our yummy curry. The cheese I was not too sure about lol ;) melded well with the spinach and mahi, and the dish turned out to be quite tasty. The tsukemono (?) veggie condiment served in a container available on the table was dark yellowish in color and not too sweet. It is always a fav of mine. We enjoy our calm yet spirited and often funny conversation while eating, and all agree the curry is delicious. One person notes he thought my dish had a bit more to it than theirs but of course mine is a couple dollars more ;) Yep, still a fav and a great deal for the price :), one that just makes you feel all warm and fuzzy inside :D Also a great place to go when you don't feel like cooking and cleaning before or after your meal ;)

    (5)

  • Marthy S.

    Okay okay okay. You're in Hawaii. You're a tourist. You want to eat ahi poke until your insides resemble that of a blue fin tuna. I get that. But what's another thing you really need to eat if you're on the island of Oahu? You gotta get some Japanese curry from CoCo. It's a fast food style Japanese curry restaurant. If you're from the east coast like myself, you do not have the luxury of eating curry from this franchise. Thankfully I was travelling with a friend from Cali who demanded we get curry from here. Thank you friend!! I'm a CoCo curry fan for life! Friend got the pork katsu (cutlet) and I went with the Shabu beef with spinach. Holey moley that curry sauce! It's not the best I've ever had but hands down it's up there. This place does get packed but the turn over is fast, so the wait wasn't long. Very inexpensive for portion size. Happy wallet and happy tummy.

    (4)

  • Yue D.

    We ended up here since the ramen place in the same plaza is close that day:( We had the curry udon, tasted fine, nothing too special. But we think the really gem here is the gyoza! They tasted amazing, and price is 4 for under $1, if I remember correctly. We were like "let's order ten more" when we got the check lol. But seriously, they were good.

    (3)

  • Nina G.

    Our first visit here was okay. I'm giving this location four stars because their place is too small and they only accept cash. We had to go to 7-11 to get cash. Finding a parking at McCully shopping center was challenging. Food is cheap and good!

    (4)

  • Melina P.

    OMG I LOVE CURRY HOUSE! You cannot, I repeat cannot go wrong with a chicken katsu curry plate! Their gyoza & shrimp shumai was also really good. Oh & they are SUPER cheap! My girl friend & I only spent about $30 for our plates & side orders + soda. Staff is very friendly & attentive to customers. I also love that they leave a water pitcher on your table so you don't have to wait for a refill if they get too busy. I will definitely return here but need to remember to come before the dinner rush. Parking was a giant pain in my ass. There seems to be an influx of jerks out there who can't park in the lines of one stall & other jerks who like to double park across open stalls & make it impossible for anyone to get into the stall.

    (4)

  • Jennifer L.

    For the price and speed, Curry House rocks. I like that their spicy isn't too spicy at all because I am a complete wimp when it comes to spicy foods. My favorites (sometimes combined together): -corn cream croquette -shabu shabu beef/spinach -kim chee -mixed mushrooms -gyoza I occasionally treat myself to a calpico drink, something refreshing besides all this savoury food. This place is cash only, so be aware and be ready. There is an ATM outside but it's a generic one - so unless you like being charged a fee, be prepared.

    (4)

  • Brian P.

    Got into Honolulu late and wanted to find something nearby for a quick dinner immediately after we checked into the hotel. We searched nearby restaurants on Yelp and came across Curry House and made the 15 min walk over to check it out for our 1st meal in Oahu. We were starving by the time we got here and immediately were seated at the counter since the place was surprisingly packed for 10:30 pm; and there were no booths available. I'm a big fan of curry and immediately looked to see if they had any katsu curry. Bingo! Since they were out of chicken, I went with pork katsu curry instead, while Rachel got a curry udon also with pork katsu. The food arrived fairly quickly and the curry rice plate had a nice curry flavor to it. The pork katsu was nice and crunchy, and was delicious. Even though the curry on the rice plate looked the same as the curry in the udon, they had very different tastes which makes me wonder what was added to the soup base in the udon. I liked the curry in the rice better because I love creamy curry versus watery, soup based curry. The katsu curry was under 7 bucks which is a great value while the udon was a not so great value at almost 9 bucks and not being as good. Portion of food appeared about the same, so I guess udon is more expensive than rice by $2? It was nice to see, after this meal, that prices for dining in Oahu wasn't as high as I had expected. This curry spot is definitely cheaper than places I go to back home in Las Vegas, which was great! Our whole meal was under 20 bucks total :) Keep in mind though that this place is CASH ONLY!

    (4)

  • Rachel S.

    Literally clicked on "food" "open now" and "nearby" on the Yelp app and found this place on 08/29/14. Walked in at around 10:30 pm - the place was poppin, as every booth was full. Brian P. and I grabbed a seat at the bar. Originally Brian ordered chicken katsu, but we were told that they were out of chicken katsu. He settled on pork katsu and I got the pork katsu udon. It looked like both sauces were the same, but the udon had a slightly different taste. I didn't like the seaweed on top mixed with this particular curry so I picked around it. For 2 meals and 1 canned tea, our first meal of our trip came to $17.25 - cash only. IMO that's a little pricey.

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  • Brittnay B.

    I just got hung up on the phone by one of the workers!!! I called to make a take-out order, asked if they took debit card and she said cash only and hung up!!!!!!!! To think I was just about to order food from here. HAH! Hell no, taking my business somewhere else! They would get zero stars if possible! First impressions are a big deal. I didn't even set foot into the restaurant either and you can bet I never will. Customer service is -10. Smh.

    (1)

  • Mel T.

    Curry udon just about one of my ultimate favorite things to eat, and if it is on a menu, there is a very high probability I will order it. Curry House CoCo Ichibanya was no exception. The curry here wasn't the best I've ever had, but it wasn't horrible, either, hence the a-ok rating. The flavor didn't have as much depth as some of my favorite curry spots, and the udon itself could not compare with Marukame. However, the dish was comforting, and filling, and the katsu was moist and crispy. I won't be clamoring to return, but I wouldn't be opposed to a repeat visit, either. I will offer one nugget of advice, though - pass on the shu mai. They're ridiculously cheap ($1.70 for 7) but trust me - not worth it.

    (3)

  • Brigitte S.

    When I moved here from New York in 2006, I never imagined I'd be one day in love with Japanese curry. I always enjoyed indian curry but back east, the only thing I ever ordered in Japanese restaurants was chicken teriyaki. Talk about stereotypical white mainland girl! When I first experienced Japanese curry I fell madly, deeply in love. It's so flavorful & rich. I don't know what rice did before curry. Curryhouse is one of my favorite Japanese curry joints on the island. It is a chain but they are consistent, tasty & generous with portions. This location is open late too which is a total plus! I always order the chicken cutlet with cheese, spicy curry. I add on the cream corn croquettes often too when I'm extra hungry. The chicken is crispy & perfect with the hot curry. They also have delicious pickled veggies on the side; I always say their pickling liquid must be epic because the flavor really gets in. Boyfriend decided to order the stewed chicken & jumbo veggie croquette. It was good but we prefer the seasoning on the cutlets. Make sure to have cash, they don't take cards. There's usually seats & they move very efficiently to provide excellent service. This is my go to late night curry craving! Join me in the curry obsession.

    (5)

  • Sean C.

    Parking: private lot The cost: $15/person The food: chicken katsu curry with cheese, gyoza + fried chicken curry Reservations: no, this place is very casual Located in the McCully shopping center this is part of a chain of curry restaurants. I get it, sometimes you just want curry, but I have never left this place feeling like I've had a good meal. I certainly feel full but it's that unpleasant kind of full you get from eating a monotonous meal. The chicken katsu cheese is a staple but I found it a little bland despite it having all non-bland ingredients. And to be honest, you can probably be good with just a couple of bites of this before having your curry fill. The gyoza + fried chicken curry was equally bland and uninteresting. Overall, come if you REALLY want to have curry otherwise skip it

    (2)

  • Alexander G.

    No nonsense Japanese curry house, this place is consistently good. I usually go with the mabo-tofu, tonight I added the gyoza to the mix. It's always a steaming hot plate with an ample portion size. The curry itself is typical Japanese style (not similar to normal curries of India). The gyoza are served crispy. The mabo- tofu is cubes of tofu with good quality ground beef. I also tried the Mahi Mahi, which was well done pieces of fried fish. I always start with the corn salad, refreshing and delicious with the sesame and oriental dressings. I always enjoy pickled ginger with everything. The restaurant is just like similar ones in Japan, clean and cozy. The staff is always smiling and attentive. There is a lunch bar for singles and big booths for groups. This is soul nourishing food for a cold day in Honolulu!

    (4)

  • Annette I.

    Ambiance: 4.5 Food: 5 Service: 4.5 average: 4.67 THIS IS A CASH ONLY ESTABLISHMENT! I never dined-in at this location, usually I just order to-go for school. Honestly, I didn't even pay attention to how small the dining room is. My biggest grief here is that it is not handicap friendly. Their might be 1 table that possibly accommodate a wheelchair, but it's super tiny. The food was excellent. It came out hot and delicious. My issue was with the order in which our food came out. We ordered the pupus/sides and our meals and it seemed like 1 or 2 things would come out and then there was like 3-5 minute gaps in-between receiving our food. Being that it's in McCully shopping center, finding parking will be a challenge! If you live close then just walk or take the bus!

    (4)

  • Craig H.

    If you love curry and you want to try curry a little different than the way most places make it, plus endless options this is going to be your new go to place. For the great curry they prepare and the amount They serve you you cannot beat this price anywhere in the Waikiki Honolulu area. My favorite is the chicken cutlet with cheese I don't see how you can go wrong ordering that or any of their dishes and if you want to customize it go ahead they have tons of toppings that you can add in for example tofu, egg, spinach, and many others. This is Japanese curry done right! You may have a little bit of a wait to get seated but the service is pretty fast overall once you order.

    (4)

  • Nathan Z.

    Their open kitchen makes every corner of the shop smells like curry. Each time after I dine in, I got my clothes covered with curry smell and have to change to a new one... Unless you like a cologne of curry, carry out would be a better option. Food tastes yummy though.

    (3)

  • Jennica Megan B.

    I always get the Oyster Fry and Clam Mild Curry Combo. From the rice, to your choice of meat, and type of curry either mild or spicy - the whole meal mixed all together is a yummy and filling experience. I've been to three locations - Aiea, Ala Moana, and McCully and they're all the same in terms of service, food and overall dine in experience. They're fast, friendly, and affordable. Curry isn't too overwhelming and is just right.

    (3)

  • Alice H.

    Second time visiting this chain. First time was in Hong Kong. Curry is not spicy enough by my tastes but I love how you can customize the dish with whatever protein or starch you want. Nice decor and casual cute atmosphere.

    (4)

  • Sharon G.

    We found this joint through the trusty Yelp community. Everything on the menu looked delicious. We got the chicken katsu curry and the pork katsu curry- both with rice. Both were super yummy! It looks like a locals joint (: Woot! My fav was the chicken katsu curry. Each plate was just over $7. Everything on the menu was between $6-$9.50. Not bad for a hearty meal!!!!

    (4)

  • Landis Y.

    This has been one of my friends' favorite restauraunts due to its consistency. If you are in the mood for some local Japanese curry, this will do job. I ordered the stewed chicken and veggie croquet curry with a side of gyoza and that is exactly what I got. The service is usually pretty good and wait times will vary depending on when and what day you go. I think my only recommendation would be to increase the actual types of curry served for added variety

    (4)

  • Cara K.

    I usually get the curry with spinach over rice. The last time I went, my friend recommended the udon. What a great suggestion. I ordered the curry udon with chicken katsu. You can order a side of rice for just 60 cents more. Since the udon does not soak up the curry, you end up with a lot of curry after the udon is gone. The rice lets you enjoy every drop of curry!

    (5)

  • Terry V.

    Mahalo to fellow yelp reviewer (Jules y) my son and I were in the area after a game and hungry! We decided to stop in. Clean, busy, but, the service was fast. good prices for dishes like the Katsu curry that we ordered was about $7-$8. they had lots of cheap appetizers that made my son go off...ordering the shrimp shumai, mini octopus & Gyoza...each about $2.50 or less. Good food and reasonable prices. Another satisfied customer!

    (4)

  • Donna L.

    My boyfriend and I wanted to try out a place away from the crowd on ala moana. He came across this place on yelp. I'm so glad he found the place. This is the best curry place I've tried! I wish I didn't have to fly 5 hours to grab me another bowl of the beef and spinach curry. Who knew spinach would compliment curry so much? The beef was soft and tender. I also liked that the curry wasn't salty at all. Because it was a beautiful evening, we decided to walk from our hotel (Aqua Waikiki Wave). The walk wasn't that long; I think it took about 15 minutes. There wasn't a wait for a table, but I think we beat the dinner crowd. I'm glad we walked there, the parking lot was pretty small and got super packed by the time we finished eating.

    (5)

  • Sivilay T.

    We got there around 8:15 PM and were seated pretty much right away. Service was quick, food was good and price was decent. My husband and son had the 500-gram rice plate and they actually finished their food so I'll just assume they enjoyed their food just as much as I did. Although, I got the 300-gram and it was still too much for me to finish. I asked for my curry spicy, but it didn't taste spicy so maybe they just gave me the mild flavor instead. *****CASH ONLY*****

    (4)

  • Jenna G.

    This was one of my favorite places to eat at while living in Japan. When I found out it was here in Hawaii I had to try it. As soon as I walked in I was greeted at the door and chose to sit at the bar since I was alone. I was given a glass of water and a pitcher was in front of me for refills and there was a menu in front of me. I decided to to try the No. 1 choice which was the chicken cutlet with cheese and it came with 300 grams of rice. I didn't even wait 5 minutes and a steaming plate of delicious smelling curry was put in front of me. Just like Japan, you are given a spoon to eat with, which was hard to cut some of the pieces of chicken but I managed. I spooned some curry sauce over my rice so i could get a taste of it in every bite. I ate all the chicken but left some rice in my bowl. I noticed everyone around me leave their dishes and get up. So once I was finished I grabbed my check and made my way to the register. They only accept cash and I am not sure if there is an ATM in close range. I was in and out in about 15 minutes. I will definitely go back!

    (4)

  • Jayson L.

    Curry house coco inchibanya is the longest name for curry house. i think it came from japan where they give you set amount of portion of curry and you get to pick the topping you want to add on your curry. I like coming to curry house, they have quite a lot of topping you can add to your curry. i usually get chicken katsu with cheese. you can't go wrong with it unless you don't like fried food. The reason i put 5 star is that you don't expect much from the restaurant where it's mostly self serve. the food usually comes out fast , people eat fast, and leave fast. these is like Japanese version of McDonald. Everything is pre-made and they just pour when you order. Price is very reasonable and flavors are usually good. since it's quite a lot of fast paste i wouldn't try anything seafood.

    (5)

  • Teresa L.

    This place never disappoints. CASH ONLY! Parking at mccully shopping center can be difficult at times. There's additional parking below but even when that fills up, it can be frustrating. That's why I like to visit Curry House during off hours. After/before dinner or lunch rushes. There's about six tables and a bar to sit at. The wait isn't so bad when I visit...but then again, I purposely visit when it's not crowded. My favorite dish is their udon :D Haha call me a kid but I just love it. For my tiny stomach, it's the right size! And the added bonus of this location is that it's next to coffee or tea if you're interested in grabbing dessert after. Oh, there is also a snow factory and regal donuts if you prefer that instead.

    (4)

  • Krystal C.

    Had just landed on the island and was craving a katsu curry and this place did not disappoint. I was worried about the whole parking fiasco and didnt want to wait so ended up doing take out. Chicken katsu curry with cheese- the cheese really made a huge difference in flavor, who knew! Since I did take out, they separated the curry which is awesome because it wasn't all drenched and super soggy by the time I ate it. The curry flavor was on point and the chicken is of pretty good quality. The breading is pretty thick so depending on people's preference, they may or may not like it. shabu shabu curry with cheese and spinach- it's good but the chicken is better. Even the hubby said so. Because its thin shabu meat, it just didn't feel as hearty as big pieces of chicken but rather drenches sauce with meat over rice. But flavor wise, it's the same curry so still very good. tako balls- soooo i thought the side order of it was one giant tako ball for some reason but I think it's an order of 4 balls. I didn't know and ordered two thinking I would get 2 giant balls but got a bunch instead. One is enough, dont be an idiot like me. The inside is basically like a croquette ball with squid in it. Meh, not sure what the rave is about but I would pass next time. Parking-came at 2pm on a Thursday and there was plenty of parking in the plaza.

    (4)

  • Caitlyn O.

    I'd have to say that Curry House has the BEST curry hands down! So far, i've been to this location & at the one in Pearl City, Aiea area at Pearl Kai Shopping Center. Both locations have good service & the food comes out pretty fast!

    (5)

  • Katherine N.

    They have a new fried ika item which is really good! It looks weird and comes as a whole but trust me...food is food! As for the curry I feel as if they give less meat now than they used to but it's still cheap and good.

    (4)

  • Kathleen K.

    Great service. Friendly staff. Curry always perfect. Only come to curry house for curry cravings!

    (5)

  • Ariana M.

    Curry house is basically Japanese fast food curry. I love curry house cause it's a great casual place to go with friends. And the food always comes out fast too! The only part that can be an inconvenience is its cash only here. I love how they leave a pitcher of water on the table. I always find it annoying when I drink all my water and have to wait and wait for someone to come by to pour me some more. Having the pitcher on the table I can just drink as much as I please :) When ordering curry you can customize it to your liking. You can order Mild or Spicy curry. I always like to customize my rice. I like to order the lower volume rice because I always waste if I get the regular volume. My two favorite curries' here is the Mabo Tofu or Chicken Cutlet with CHEESE! Sooooo delish!

    (4)

  • Hisoo H.

    ~CASH ONLY~ Curry is mild or spicy with many combinations to choose from as well as toppings which are additional $. If you go at the usual meal times, the parking lot can be busy and a hassle unless you have a compact car.

    (3)

  • Kevin C.

    My favorite go-to place when no one in my group can decide where to go to eat, either for lunch or dinner. I love Curry House! There's just something magical about their curry that makes me want more. Actually, I think it's the pickled vegetables that makes me keep coming back for more! Whenever I dine in, I swear, I can eat half of the vegetable container they have on the table. (Did you want some curry with your vegetables?) I usually get the chicken katsu, but have also tried the Kalbi meat and the gyoza curries as well. Also, if you haven't tried it, try getting your favorite curry dish with cheese! I was skeptical at first too, but once you go cheesey it will never be the same! Reasonable prices for delicious curry. Sounds like a win-win to me! CASH ONLY! Parking can also sometimes be a $@!&% for McCully Shopping Center, but be patient.

    (4)

  • Mido U.

    Great curry. Always super fast. The sit in counter is small but nice. All you can drink water for the spicy curry and also the pickled vegetable thing which is awesome. Great times and great curry

    (5)

  • Vicky L.

    Great curry, friendly staff. If you're too lazy to make your own Japanese curry, I would recommend this place. There are many "toppings" or add on's and sides to choose from. I love the stewed shrimp & chicken curry with lots of toppings ^_^! They have pickled radish and water refill on the table. Great location & would definitely come back when I crave curry again. ~

    (5)

  • Jasa S.

    All good Got hooked on this chain place in JAPAN. Happy to see in Hawaii for an inexpensive dinner for a change!!! $6.85-$11.00. Great value and great fastfood All meat choices are equally amazing. Parking tuff in shop center. Go around the bldg and there is underground garage free to park.

    (4)

  • Larlar S.

    College was such a great time for me because...my friends introduced me to Curry House!! This place is incredibly addicting because I crave it constantly. I come here approximately once a week because their food really hits the spot. I never leave Curry House unsatisfied. My favorite dish is the cheese cream corn croquette spicy curry with kimchee...chee hoo. It is just so amazing. I also crave Curry House's tsukemono or the free pickled radish on the side. I pile it on my plate like it's nobody's business. Might as well take advantage since it's free! I have also been told by many people that Curry House has the BEST curry udon. I would try it, but I honestly hate udon. However, I would not be surprised because my friends know their stuff. Please let me know if you agree! Tip: Curry House usually asks if you want your curry spicy or mild. Get the spicy because the spicy is not even spicy! A baby could eat it like nothing. Also bring cash unless you enjoy washing dishes. Bottom line: The curry here is incredible. I have read some reviews and I was surprised to find that people described it as bland. However, I never tried any other Japanese curry besides Golden Curry (which is shameful compared to here) so I really cannot agree or disagree. Nonetheless, I will follow my tastebuds and my happy belly, and say that I highly recommend Curry House and it is definitely Ichiban in my book!

    (5)

  • Stephanie G.

    My first experience with Japanese curry happened here and it was amazing! Easily became one of my favorite foods ever. I'd been wanting to try it for a while, so I asked a Hawaiian friend to recommend a place for it while I was in Oahu and she suggested Curry House. She mentioned that all the locals love it so we had to give it a try! I ordered the chicken katsu curry with cheddar cheese and corn croquettes. Everything was delicious! Service was nice and fast too. That first bite...wow. I didn't think I would like Japanese curry this much, but now I crave it all the time! So happy there's good curry in SF too.

    (4)

  • Taryn L.

    My usual Curry House is the Ala Moana shop, but that shop does not offer the curry udon. When I am craving curry udon, I go to the McCully Shopping Center's Curry House. Plus, they are open late (perfect for late night dinners during tax season!). The curry udon is simply udon and they replace the broth with their famous (and oh-so-delicious) curry sauce. It normally comes with a few nori flakes as a topping. You can choose to add toppings to the udon, such as the classic chicken katsu or gyoza. For the people with bigger appetites, you can also order the side of rice for an additional price ($0.60 I think) - perfect if you want to eat the leftover curry sauce with something else. Personally, I can drink that curry sauce by itself, like I drink soup - its so good! My favorite toppings with the udon are gyoza, fried tofu, and chicken katsu. Great udon in an amazing 'broth' for a reasonable price - I'm sold! Just remember, that you will have to hunt for parking during the rush hours and that this place is cash only.

    (5)

  • Jessica W.

    I'm drooling just thinking about eating some spicy curry and katsu from the curry house right now. Haha my favorite place to get lunch. It's so quick and simple, nothing fancy. Just warm and delicious Japanese comfort food. Taste the side ginger. It's BOMB. And I like how they have many locations around the island. What a great establishment.

    (5)

  • Tammy C.

    CHICKEN KATSU WITH CHEESE (curry) will be my last meal on earth. I say this with no hesitation. The first time I had Curry house, I was quite hesitant. I never had such a meal before. My first bite was like a scene out of the movies. My mouth watered with so much flavor .. exposed to tastes my buds have never had the pleasure of exploring. I was wide-eyed and I truly believe this place is A+, da bomb, complete yum yum. Atmosphere: All Curry Houses have that same look. It's got a bar overlooking the kitchen sorta kinda an open kitchen, right? Not sure. Plenty of diner booths. Comfortable and pleasant seating. Light fixtures could be improved .. just a tad but thats just my opinion. Service: The hosts are pretty friendly! At least the ones I come across are... I see the manager/owner(?) from time to time. Delegates his staff very well. I do not expect much as far as service goes. Food: In the words of Sinead O'Connor, "nothing compares to you" .. and I am referring to the curry! I could go anywhere, but will always faithfully return to Curry House. I love that the recipe is always the same. I know so basic, but truly key to their success! The consistency of they curry is not too runny and not too thick. I have tried to duplicate this recipe at home ... no luck! You get such a great value here.. it is hard to resist when on broke college student budget. RECOMMEND RECOMMEND RECOMMEND. Look no further! Absolute definition of true perfection!

    (5)

  • Karen T.

    The food was good as usual but the service was just a little off. There were 4 of us sitting at the counter and the 2 people that sat next to us were served their food and left while we were receiving our food. So it was a little off. But like I said the food was as good as it always is. I thought they were short handed but the girl said no its just a little busy tonight. I saw 3 guys working behind the counter. I see like 6 people behind the counter at Pearl Kai!

    (3)

  • Tai M.

    Food is fine. They don't take credit cards. Just a reminder that it's 2014.

    (3)

  • Tracy L.

    Great food, full of flavor and inexpensive. But bring cash, which I think is cheating for a franchise restaurant to accept cash only.

    (5)

  • Erika M.

    The food quality is good. I ordered shrimp udon, the quantity was not much at all for $9. Also infront of their cash register it says cash only. I dined in and the sign of the cash only is very inconvenient to see. I ended up having to leave to a 7/11 to get cash after. They need to start taking card. Very inconvenient and not good for business.

    (3)

  • Kevin L.

    Very quick service and outstanding meal, got lucky with parking at 7:45 pm, time to enjoy.

    (5)

  • Iris J.

    I like that the quality is consistent at each visits. I wish the "spicy" was hotter!!! The shrimp shumai & fried gyoza is a great addition to the meal. Even the rice is special...idk what it is, but it is extra different & taste is interesting!!! The best is you get a good meal at a descent price!!!

    (4)

  • Vivian Y.

    Just your standard curry here! However, the sides are what make Curry house the place for curry. At $1.80 a pop, you can get a shumai add on or if you are willing to a bit further, you can get other side dishes like fried chicken, croquet, and spinach. I find that the mild curry is not as flavorful as the spicy one. Honestly, the spicy one is not that hot and you will barely break a sweat at the end of your meal. Service at Curry House is pretty non existent once you get your curry. Water is self served using the jug and the receipt is left on the table. Parking for Curry house is a pain in the butt even if you are just picking up. I recommend getting the #1 favorite, the chicken katsu curry. Also, all Curry Houses are CASH ONLY!

    (4)

  • Elim N.

    Quick and simple and always a good choice! Curry house has many locations all over and even locations in Japan! Its one of my favorite go to spots when I can't really decide on where or what I want to eat. We typically order: Fried Chicken: Many pieces of fried chicken fried to order. My boyfriend always gets spicy even though its not really spicy. Kalbi Curry: I love the thin, sweet pieces of kalbi with my mild curry. But Curry House also allows just order of sides which is what we tried this time. We ordered the Spicy curry [$3.60], Mild curry [$3.60], Chicken Katsu [$2.05], Kalbi [$2.20], Fried gyoza [$1.70], and Fried chicken [$1.95]. Never disappointing!

    (4)

  • Angel L.

    I still can't believe that I lived part of my life without knowing what Japanese Curry is. That's what I get for living in the middle of no where on the mainland, might as well been living under a rock! Coco Ichiban has got to be the best Japanese curry hands down, ever since I found out the joys of this yummy curry I have been trying them all. Something about the flavor and the light heat combined with the perfect texture and thickness of this curry just sits right with me. I always seem to get different types of side dishes with my curry but I always come back to the Curry Udon. The noodles are perfectly tender with just the right bite and pairing that with the curry just drives my taste buds insane. I love to get Squid on the side as well as a jumbo croquet so they stay crunchy when I dip them in the curry. Finish that off with a melon soda? Forget about it. So ono. The service is always spot on no matter which I go to, always friendly and fast. The food is ALWAYS consistent between all the restaurants. They really know what they're doing.

    (5)

  • Jennifer K.

    The service was quick and they seated us fast. And the server was nice too. What made me give them 3 stars is that the food was so flavorless... I ordered the fried chicken spicy udon since I've been craving it for the past week. I was psyched because working two jobs really take time away from personal life. I was excited and ready when they brought the food to me. The so-called spicy curry had No flavor. At least if it was the fact that it wasn't spicy, then I wouldn't have minded at all since I also love the mild flavor. But this had no flavor whatsoever. My boyfriend ordered mild and that had more flavor. Like whaaa? Well anyways, this review isn't 1 star because service WAS good and I'll be coming back to give this location another try.

    (3)

  • Carolyn T.

    To quote Bilbo Baggins, "I've put this off for far too long." It's review time! Curry House was one of the first places we had lunch on the island because my boyfriend is in love with it (he was raised here and he made my mouth water describing this place during the months leading up to our trip). So, I walked into Curry House with some pretty high expectations. We were seated immediately and we got menus. From the looks of it, Curry House is like fast food authentic Japanese curry with a respectable price. Eating here is all about customizing. You can select exactly how much rice you want (I selected 200 mg), spicy or mild (I selected mild), and exactly what you wanted in or on top of your curry. I decided to add cheese to my curry, which was an EXCELLENT decision. I also got the vegetable croquette, which was basically a large fried potato-ish thing. Okay, my words are failing, but my dish was perfect. The mild curry was not spicy at all and, after trying my boyfriend's "spicy" version, I was confident I could handle it (for reference, I am a very spice-intolerant person, so that's saying something). I'm pretty sure you can get your curry even hotter if you ask, or you could always just add a bunch of crushed red pepper flakes. Also, I think it's worth mentioning that I tasted the chicken here (off my boyfriend's plate) for the first time in over EIGHT years. And it was delicious! I'm still a little shocked that I tried chicken, but I have no regrets when it comes to Curry House. We left with huge smiles on our faces and compared all future meals to our experience here. This is definitely the best curry I have ever tasted and I'm now in a bad mood because I live in Chicago, not Honolulu. FYI: -Curry House is a chain. There are tons of different locations throughout Hawaii and I believe there are also several locations in certain parts of California. And probably Japan, too? -Curry House is cash only (my only complaint).

    (5)

  • Jack C.

    Whoa whoa whoa chicken katsu and cheddar cheese, why do all other japanese curry joints not have this blessed combo? It's so simple yet genius. Upon vacationing in Hawaii I was looking for a restaurant open late and Curry House seemed to fit the bill for asian comfort food. I came in without any expectations and came out completely blown away. I ordered the chicken katsu with cheddar cheese as stated above. The cheese was a superb compliment to the very well proportioned breading to chicken meat katsu. The batter was nicely crisp and seasoned. That gooey cheese, katsu, and flavorful curry all over a bed of fried rice hit the spot. My girlfriend ordered the gyoza and tofu curry which was pretty good also, but paled in comparison to my choice. They give you the option for spiciness level and also rice amount (default 300 grams of rice, subtracting 50 cents for 200 grams and adding 50 cents for 400 grams). Very considerate of CoCo. Service was swift and polite.

    (5)

  • Lisa S.

    I used to eat here all the time in college and high school, but never ordered the Katsu Curry with Cheese until recently. OMG, where have I been? I've been missing out! So yummy! For Katsu Curry or curry in general it has to be here. This place always satisfies my curry cravings!

    (4)

  • Douglas K.

    We were very pleased with the Curry House. We ordered the spicy chicken cutlet curry with cheese and the spicy pork cutlet curry. The chicken was really tender and the pork was perfectly cooked. The batter was very light and not greasy. The curry had a wonderful taste to it, very flavorful and just the right amount of space. Personally we would have preferred some vegetables or other things mixed in with the curry, but even just plain, this curry is a winner! We also ordered a side salad and we thought both of the dressings offered with the salad were delicious. The price was very reasonable and the portion sizes were immense! We will definitely be back here again.

    (5)

  • Maka K.

    I used to eat at this Curry House ALL THE TIME...and then I pretty much stopped eating rice. Alas, I still have lots of fond memories. It's a small-ish restaurant in McCully Shopping Center, so parking is either in their front lot, or in the less well known lower level of parking under the building. Their menu is pretty straight forward, you pick a spice level of your curry, how much rice you want, and what kind of topping/meat you want to go with it. Simple right? Until you're sitting there trying to decide, "Oh god, do I want the chicken katsu or the gyoza? Or maybe I should get the shabu shabu beef and a side order of gyoza? I DON'T KNOW!!" In any case, all the food is good, so there's no real wrong choice here. The prices are relatively cheap and you get a good portion for what you pay. When you're done, you pay at the counter, so don't sit around waiting for your server to come back for your check.

    (4)

  • Krysten I.

    I used to absolutely hate japanese curry. I thought it was poo compared to yummy coconutty thai curries. But then I found out I could have katsu in japanese curry and that it was the most ingenious invention ever. I was hooked. I normally get the chicken katsu curry with cheese, but I've tried the pork katsu and mapo tofu, both of which are just okay. You can also tell the server to give you a small portion of rice and they take off a tiny amount of $$ from your bill. The corn salad is also one of my favorites because the seasame dressing is sooooo yummy!! I tried to buy a bottle, but they said they don't sell them anymore....I was tempted to steal a bottle and leave some extra $$, but decided I could suffer through until I found a good substitute. I have yet to find a dressing that tastes like it though, so if anyone has any suggestions, I'll be very happy to hear them :) Yes, parking is a nightmare at mccully shopping center. I used to pride myself in being able to park in their tiny stalls....but then I found out there is a parking lot underneath the shopping center! No one ever told me!

    (4)

  • Mad D.

    This is a go-to for me and my bf when were feeling curry Service - meh Beef Curry (Spicy Only) - yummmeh but sometimes stingy on the meat Stewed chicken curry (mild) - yummmeh Mabo Tofu - ees okay Side Kimchi - I like it cuz it's not super sour Kalbi Curry - not as yummmeh as beef curry, but still good Cash only!

    (4)

  • Nikki N.

    The only plus is that it's cheap. Gyoza, chicken katsu, and beef were on the menu. You can pretty much cook these dishes at home and if you mess up, just disguise it with gravy. Maybe it would taste better if I ate this at 2am and drunk. Cash only!!!

    (2)

  • Jacqueline Y.

    When walking into a restaurant, of course you would expect to be greeted (at least lightly acknowledged, like shouldn't that be a rule or something? Duh!) First off, I would much rather eat at the tiny hole in the wall curry house at Ala Moana than this dump. The tables were dirty, there were bits of old food on the seats (uhh yuck!) Before we were even served, my group of 4 friends and I were rudely asked to leave because my friend wasn't wearing a shirt. Ok yeah, maybe it counts at a higher class restaurant, but this dump? Why don't you clean your seats first? So we left, said a couple of rude remarks and to my surprise one of the cooks had even bothered to argue back. He even walked out the door to yell something back (like we were even listening anyway). If he cared so much about the current customers eating, he would've minded his own business and kept his composure. I didn't want to eat there anyway, their food sucks, there is nothing really nutritious, little to gross looking or no vegetables at all, barely any meat. My mother makes a better pot of curry with more variety and for less $$. Anyways quick summary, disgusting, unsanitary, rude service, oily, and bland.

    (1)

  • Tingting W.

    This was my first time there and i will definitely go back because the service was good and the foods were cheap. I ordered a chicken cutlet, no words can express how crispy the chickens were, even with the curry sauce over the chicken it was still amazingly crispy. Definitely worth a try

    (4)

  • Kat L.

    My boyfriend and his brother have been eating at this certain "establishment" since they opened, and have never had any issues until recently. Upon walking into the restaurant you receive not even a "hi" or "welcome". The employee tried to accost my boyfriend. In short, this place is disgusting and i don't even want to take the time to write something about it.

    (1)

  • Kalai F.

    Da bomb!!! How can you go wrong with cheap good fast food! I'm in and out in 15 minutes. I know it sounds crazy but I get the squid with cheese curry with side gyoza! Broke da mouth!!!! Chee!!!! I'm craving it just thinking of it!!!

    (5)

  • Liana F.

    I don't remember this place smelling like a total grease trap when I last went a year or so ago. I'm not a huge fan of curry, but since Yoketta Rameb was sold out, we came down to Curry House. It's pretty convenient to where we live. As soon as you open the door, there's a very district whiff of oily deep fried smell rushing up your nostrils. The grease smell immediately soaked into my clothes and hair. I could even smell it when I walked out and went back in car. By far the worst place I've been to leaving smelling like I was drowned in the deep fryer for days. Food here is pretty consistent and ok but the portion did get smaller. I don't care for the food here but it's fast and simple. Service is slow. Our server got our orders wrong twice. We came here around 9:30pm and it wasn't busy, so I don't get why they weren't attentive. Curry House is located in Mccully and parking sucks! Super tight stalls and it's always packed so parking could be rough. The best curry is the homemade curry of course, but this place is decent if you want something fast. As for me, I won't be going back. The greasy smell is a no no for me!

    (1)

  • Sasha L.

    I love curry house! All of their curry is cheap, fast and delicious! I don't like doing takeout because they don't give you much of the pickles to put in your curry.. If you eat in, you can have unlimited pickles! I literally finish the entire container of pickles in one sitting! Their corn salad is also yummy! They leave a water pitcher on your table so you have quick access to water..trust me, you'll be thirsty from all the curry goodness!

    (5)

  • Bella M.

    Atmosphere - A pretty tiny place not much seating but fairly quick to get seated. Crowd - I've gone and handful of times its usually pretty crowded but what do you expect its curry ;) Customer service - They aren't too bad but I wouldn't give 5 stars they come around at a bare minimum not chatty and some talk to quietly I feel bad to ask to repeat themselves but it can get a little rowdy and speaking up might be more appropriate besides that they smile a lot, so it's better than nothing :) Food - I make curry and I LOVE their curry just a little bit better its perfectly made the first time I tasted their curry I said "I need to step up my game" so YOU MUST GO! $$$ BRING CASH, or there is an atm at the convenient store at the end of the shopping center or in the middle of shopping center by the bubble tea place! $$$

    (4)

  • Matthew M.

    If I need to get my curry fix (or just too lazy to cook) Curry House is definitely my go to place. Branching from the Japanese Coco Ichibanya in Japan, the shops here offer mild and spicy curry (not too spicy). They use a set curry sauce which you can combine with a variety of toppings from katsu to vegetables. You also have the option to have more or less rice if needed. I usually just keep to the standard amount. (300g) One of the things I love the most is the fact that they leave a pitcher of water at the table with you. With how heavily spiced Japanese curry is, water is a must and there's nothing worse than waiting for someone to come by and refill your water. My favorites here are the Chicken Cutlet or the Stewed Chicken and Spinach, but you can't really go wrong with anything on the menu. The only reason I give this place 4 stars, is parking. Located at McCully shopping center, parking can be tight, but I wouldn't blame this on Curry House itself, rather the shopping center it's in. The other thing is that it is CASH ONLY.

    (4)

  • Brian B.

    Stopped by 711 for some drinks for our drive to north shore. Pregnant wife NEEDED to eat so debated on Taco Bell or this place. WRONG pick. Ordered katsu curry and fried chicken curry. Sat at the bar and watched the guy fry up the chicken. Couldn't believe my eyes. They first fry their meats and finish it off in the microwave. Who does that? Fried chicken and katsu is supposed to be crunchy! The curry is at best 7/10. Don't waste your money.

    (1)

  • Rainy L.

    It's kind of a love - hate relationship with this place. Don't get me wrong, I love japanese curry and this place has the best one on the island (that I have tried so far anyway) but gosh the deep fried smell when you walk in, when you sit down, when you're eating your food, when you walk out and when you go home. It just stays with you all dayyyyy long until you shower and wash your hair. Even when I came to order a take out, I stayed inside a few minutes to order, walked outside and wait then came inside to pick up the order, just those few minutes... The smell just ain't going no where. lol

    (3)

  • William S.

    This is one of those cheap eats when you are tired of McDonalds or Taco Bell and want something with rice. They serve it up fast and I usually can finish my plate within a few minutes so it makes a good fast meal. Nice they have some fermented vegetables in a big bin and a jug of ice water on the table so you can fill up as much you like. You cant beat a plate of hot rice, curry, meat & pickled veggies for around $ 6 - 8. They only accept cash at the register.

    (4)

  • Colby T.

    I love how affordable and consistent Curry House is and surprised they are able to cook California rice to taste and feel like Japanese rice. I ordered the Jumbo Veg Croquette curry and appreciated how crispy the croquette was, despite it probably being a frozen product. It might be a disappointment that they only take cash, but it's also a good excuse to have someone treat you to dinner :) I'll definitely be back, especially since they're open late! (11:30 i believe)

    (4)

  • Amy L.

    Best curry ever! I miss Curry House a lot since I moved away and this is another must eat when I come home. Thick, flavorful curry and I always order the chicken cutlet with cheese. Who would've thought that cheese would go so well with curry? I love it when the cheese gets all melty and stringy as you deliver a big spoonful in your mouth. The cutlet is always crispy and not dry. I love that you can get small portion rice now and it's 50 cents cheaper! I'm a carb lover but can't eat that much rice. When I don't feel like rice, I get the udon curry option. Chewy and so fun to slurp up. Service is always great here too and they are genius for leaving a pitcher of water on the table since the curry can get spicy! Oh, how I wish I had curry house in the bay :)

    (5)

  • Julie N.

    If you want to eat curry, check this place out!

    (5)

  • David A.

    Great place. Staying at the Hilton resort and didn't want the on-campus, high-priced grub. This is a short walk from the resort, but we were appeared to be the only customers who were not local. And this blows away the popular notion that good food on the islands come at a premium price. Chicken cutlet and shabu shabu beef with spinach were delicious. Can also recommend the shrimp appetizers.

    (5)

  • Tanya A.

    Despite the big inconvenience of having to pay with cash only, I left filled with happiness and food from a nice dining experience and tasty curry. The staff here was courteous and nice, which I've always consistently found and appreciated with the Japanese. The service was so quick, you wouldn't need to worry about making awkward conversation with your lunch date for too long before your food came out. There is a pitcher of water and jar of daikon radish right at your table, which is such a simple yet incredibly convenient aspect. My boyfriend and I had just finished hiking Koko Head, so we consumed water like beached whales. It was much easier to help ourselves than having to flag down a waitress each time for refills. Despite this, our waitress was stil attentive to us, making sure to check back at the right times to see if we needed anything else. The staple here is obviously curry and rice, but I've never seen as much variety of meats, seafood, or vegetables to accompany your curry. There was sure to be something for everyone. For meat lovers, there's pork, sausage, hamburger, chicken cutlet, pork cutlet, stewed chicken, lightly crisped chicken, and a variety of other meats cooked in different ways. For seafood lovers and vegetarians, there's crispy breaded shrimp, cuttlefish, fried quail eggs, mushroom, natto, eggplant, and more. Additionally, they also offer the special topping of cheese with your curry, which I'm not quite interested in but heard makes a nice addition. I got the stewed chicken and spinach curry. I've never seen that offered elsewhere, so I was very pleased that I could have a slightly healthier option in lieu of my usual chicken katsu curry. They give you a generous portion of rice and curry that I probably would have had to take home half, if not for being famished from hiking prior to this. Though not outstanding, the curry itself was warm and savory, enough to make me lick my lips in yearning of it as I write this review. For the good prices, tasty comfort food, and good service, I would definitely go back here if I'm ever craving some Japanese curry.

    (4)

  • Connie M.

    Curry is something I could possible eat every day and still be happy! The curry served here delicious! I love the consistency- it's not too watery, yet not super thick. The customizable aspect of this place is also fun! Who knew cheese + curry would be a yummy combo? I loooove that there's a pitcher of water on every table. I wouldn't say this is the best curry I've had in my life, but for the price and convenience it gets a gold star in my book.

    (4)

  • Odille C.

    This place is basically Curry Heaven, I love coming here. Everything is so tasty, its ridiculous. The only problem that I face is that its cash only and rarely do I ever carry cash.

    (5)

  • Yolanda M.

    I was a little bewildered by their rudeness of the service from the cashier while I was picking up a take-out order... The little girl covered in acne... even though I stood there waiting she decided to cash out people who just showed up after me twice and I mentioned it to her I was waiting first... Then she did it again... me again it was very very rude...I just don't understand ... people really supposed to be that rude??? She looks up and goes "sorry" in unconvincing fashion... Furs who's not getting a tip... And bye the curry is overpriced for what you get... And it doesn't taste good when it comes with staff and rude attitudes....

    (1)

  • Esteban W.

    So randomly I'm craving some Good Eats, and no I'm talking about the TV show with Alton Brown, but sitting over my work load and typing over some reports I get a mega munchie mumble. So I ask my friend on Yahoo Messenger, "yo buddy, what is good for me to eat in this town right about now?" After a short list of less reputable locales to satisfy my taste temptations, we come across a crazy collocated Curry county. From the street it is identifiable by its simple lighted locator of "Curry House" the name states its business and very clearly i might add. To make a long story short I sit and quickly order the Fried Chicken Gyoza with mild curry and await my magnificent meal. I was impressed by the size of food you get. I enjoyed the food, every last bite and thought, "wow this would be a great place to come back to." You may have read all this, thus far and are thinking to yourself, what the hell is this guys' problem. he liked the food, and it was a lot, why only 2 stars? Truthfully, I can't respect a place that is CASH ONLY. I mean its almost an insult to have me walk over to the 7-11 and use an ATM to pay for your food. It WAS good, at 8$, but now I have to factor in a $2 ATM fee plus what ever my Bank wants to charge for using the ATM... at the $12+ dollars I now ended up paying for this, it drops my rating down to 2 stars... and I am being nice. The food was great, but CHANCES are I am not returning to this place or any Curry House for that matter. Its nearly 2010, you can't be bothering me to carry CASH these days. For that matter I wont bother you any more for embarrassing me.

    (2)

  • Kristen C.

    Although the parking here sucks during peak hours and that the spaces are super tight to begin with, its always a delight once you have your curry. You can't really go wrong with the curry since its the same sauce for everything so just pick your main topping and enjoy. I definitely love the pickled tsukemono in the little box and I just load my curry with most of that and add a generous sprinkling of the red pepper and its perfect!

    (5)

  • Y C.

    It's: -good -fast -cheap (relatively) -protein, spice, carb, fat and veggie on one plate (tsukemono is veggie!) -takeout friendly -good to call in advance -going to make you an addict -the only time I eat all my rice -easier than making at home -tastier if you eat it w/ kimchee (weird, I know, but try it!)

    (4)

  • Danyo C.

    1). Delicious Curry 2). A nice selection of dishes (fish, beef, chicken, tofu, pork, and more) 3). Good sized portions 4). Fast service 5). AFFORDABLE! My only gripe is the fact that they don't accept credit cards (last time I checked). Besides that, this place is the perfect lunch/dinner spot if you're craving curry, starving, on a tight budget, or all of the above.

    (5)

  • Jonathan H.

    You can never go wrong with Chicken Cutlet curry. ~ $7 a plate. Fast and friendly service.

    (5)

  • GJ S.

    i brought my niece here to show her the wonders of japanese curry with cheese. it worked! she loves it. i have to take a star down because for some reason they took fried tofu off the menu. why would you do that, curry house? don't you love your veggie folk? oh well. oh, and don't forget it's cash only. atm is at 7-11 if you forget.

    (4)

  • b g.

    I used to eat at the Kuhio Ave. location at least twice a month, but they closed down and were replaced with a cheese steak joint. Blah. I really miss it because the remaining locations are not very convenient for me. Pretty much everything about the food here has been said already. It's just awesome food. Chicken Cutlet/regular sauce/cheese please!

    (5)

  • Christine D.

    The obsession started with my ex-boyfriend always INSISTING that we dine here for every date. I love it. LOVE IT. Good prices, lotsa rice (it's imperative) and you can control the spice - I get it extra, extra, extra SPICY. I also love the fact that its pretty much any amount of tsukemono that you want, I pile it on my plate like it's going out of style. My favorites are the gyoza and the croquette plates, but they are all pretty much stellar. Have any of you ever done/completed their ungodly challenge?

    (5)

  • Phillip K.

    Best place for curry, this chain is all over the place and can't go wrong. Little known fact that the most profitable Coco Curry is the world is the one next to the Okinawan US Army base, this should tell you how mush Americans like this place.

    (5)

  • Jonathan O.

    Haven't been here in years. The food hit the spot. Had to get my old fave the chix cutlet broke da mout.

    (4)

  • Craig H.

    Gotta do it every now and again! For 6 bucks you can't go wrong with a quick tasty katsu curry (chicken cutlet curry on the menu). Not super healthy... no vegetables but it tastes good enough... i like it. The McCully Shopping Center (Kapiolani Blvd.) location is a trip because a lot of vagrant people seem to be loafing about the area at night- I heard they battle rap for moped pink slips.

    (4)

  • Cynthia A.

    Checked to see if renovations were done the other day. They were, so I got cream korokke curry take out. I saw the renovations made the place look a little less bright and more like a coffee shop. I don't see how it's any better. It's definitely not better that the prices were noticeably higher. Junkie.

    (4)

  • Topazskye L.

    So bummed that California does not have coco ichiban. I am so in love with their curry cos it has a the right amount of spicy and consistency. Glad to see that they have an expanded udon menu now but that day we opted to share the 400g CHicken Katsu with the shabushabu beef and it was soooo good. Coco Ichiban will always have a special place in my heart! I love it!

    (4)

  • Allan C.

    Good variety of curry dishes. My family was very satisfied eating lunch here.

    (3)

  • Gary L.

    I'm a California kid and I've eaten my fair share of Japanese Curry. Well I was able to get my hands on the original Coco Ichiban Curry House curry and let me tell you, this stuff is good. I parked in a 15 minute spot, and jumped onto a counter seat within the restaurant which might I add looks as if Charlie Brown's shirt was put into a blender because the decor is mostly yellows, browns and blacks. Hurry hurry hurry hurry, I only have 15 minutes before they call a tow truck which will take another 30 minutes to arrive. Must...hurry....for....no...good...reason.... Well hurry I did, and I quickly ordered the pork cutlet with spicy curry which I could easily see them prepare with an open kitchen. Everything on the menu was well priced and in the end, I don't think it really matters because the curry here is that freaking good. The curry arrived in good portions consistent with its price and the curry was stewed with mostly carrots and onions. However, I can't really describe how flavorful the curry is but it was amazing. Usually, the meat or topping you have on the curry is what provides the majority of the flavor because let's face it, California curry restaurants just aren't as good, so they try to mask their watered down curry with more meat. Well you can't fool me, California curry restaurants! The flavor of Coco Ichiban's curry is extremely rich but also subtle enough not to be over bearing. So not only is the curry delicious, and certainly the name itself Coco Ichiban Curry House beats the pants off the other Curry House in taste but also in nomenclature. You say Coco Ichiban 3 times and it sounds like you could easily be in a Reggaeton song! It's delicious out here, lord have mercy, mon!

    (5)

  • Mary T.

    One of my favorite places to get curry, it is always just right. Service is great.

    (5)

  • Ken K.

    Why can't a Japanese curry fast food specialized place like this open up in the SF Bay Area? This might be considered low grade food to some but it is so heartwarming, delicious (not spicy and exotic like Thai or Indian curry), easy to make, affordable, and way way better than the mediocre brown sauce crap back on the mainland. Anything that involves spinach, cheese, fried chicken in some fashion or form is a must have at this place. Bloody tourist in me even took a picture of the entrance on my way out. Other than Tenkaippin's chicken bone marrow heart stopping goodness ramen, I miss this place the 3rd (followed before by Yabusoba...RIP sob sob sob!)

    (5)

  • aldrich s.

    First time tourist in hawaii, menu looked weird at first n tried to order the chicken/pork cutlet but it was all out......so i ended up ordering the shrimp cutlet, pretty damn good! I definitely recommend this place but make sure to come earlier so the whole menu is open =p

    (4)

  • R L.

    I ordered the chicken/kalbi curry, one of many dishes listed under popular picks on the menu. Prices are very reasonable and the food was good and filling. Only issue I had was the service. When the place is packed with no seats, there's a waiting list you fill out which I did. So as my name comes up next on the waiting list, there's was a family of 4 that walks in the door and walks into the dinning area asking for a table. The knuckle head waitress who just finished clearing the table goes ahead and seats them! As I watched in disbelief, I'm wondering to myself, "Hey! What the @#*K!!! Don't you guys know there's people who have been waiting! Just then another table opened up and the waiter who seated us, nice guy by the way, he realized what has just transpired and informed the air head waitress about the situation. Her response, "Oh, I did not know people were waiting?" with no apologies. If it wasn't for the crappy service, I would have rated an extra star.

    (3)

  • Kit E.

    Potato croquette was pretty darn tasty and so was my mapo tofu curry. yum!

    (3)

  • Patti A.

    My favorite place to eat when you are on a budget for the week. My son had the kim chee curry and I had the pork cutlet curry. Only $12.50 before tip. Tastes great and just enough serving to even satisfy a big local boy. Only draw back with this place is they only take cash. They should post a visible sign on their entrance door so your prepared (or did I miss it? If I did, it's not visible enough)!. Thank god for 7-Eleven around the corner to get some cash from their FHB - ATM machine.

    (4)

  • Jamie T.

    Love it! I'm not sure what makes it so good...all I know is that I like it! I almost always get the chicken cutlet curry. I always think about straying and trying something else, but never do. I get the curry spicy to add a little kick. The food is consistently good and some of the best curry around. The price isn't bad either.

    (5)

  • Lily R.

    After a long day of hanging out at the beach, my friends insisted we eat here. I am a super fan of Indian food so the word "Curry" made me suspicious..BUT I tried it! I was surprised b/c I LIKED it! Food came out piping hot and the Katsu Chicken was breaded and fried to perfection. The Curry is very peculiar but I did enjoy the taste and ate the WHOLE plate. The ONLY thing that I didn't like is that they add cheese on the dish so I opted for none on mine :)

    (3)

  • Edward D.

    I eat here every once-in-a-while. It's really a good place to eat if you like curry. You choose your meats and/or vegetables. You choose how much rice you want (300g is standard, but I like 400g usually). I always get Fried Chicken, stewed shrimp and cheese @ 400g of rice. I like the kalbi and fried chicken combo, and gyoza isn't bad either.

    (5)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 11

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : Yes
    Accepts Credit Cards : No
    Good For : Lunch, Dinner
    Parking : Private Lot
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : No
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : No
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

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