Curry Ya Madras
Naniwa, Osaka
Restaurant in Osaka, Japan
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Price
- JPY 999 - JPY 999
Why go
A fifteen-seat Nipponbashi counter serving straightforward curry at JPY 999 per plate, recognized by Tabelog 100 Curry WEST (2023, 2024). No reservations, cash only, with quick turnover and a scent that draws queues. Best for solo diners and pairs looking for a fast, affordable meal near Ebisucho Station.
About Curry Ya Madras
Looking for an affordable curry stop in Osaka? Curry Ya Madras is listed with a JPY 999 price point and daily daytime-to-evening hours, making it an accessible option for a simple meal in the city. Its recognition includes selection for the Tabelog 100 Curry WEST list in 2024.
The venue is in Osaka, the listed price is JPY 999, opening hours vary slightly by day. Treat more specific details about seating, payment methods, reservations, or menu format as points to confirm directly before visiting.
Why Osaka Diners May Note It
Curry Ya Madras stands out for its combination of a low listed price and Tabelog 100 Curry WEST 2024 recognition. That makes it a practical candidate for diners comparing casual curry options in Osaka.
At this price tier, the key appeal is straightforward value. The listed price sits at JPY 999, so the venue belongs in the budget-friendly end of Osaka dining. Beyond that, details such as payment methods, ordering flow, seating layout should be checked locally rather than assumed.
Timing, Groups, What to Expect
Hours are: Monday 11 AM–7 PM; Tuesday 11 AM–8 PM; Wednesday 11 AM–8 PM; Thursday 11 AM–7 PM; Friday 11 AM–8 PM; Saturday 11 AM–8 PM; and Sunday 11 AM–8 PM. These hours support both midday and early-evening visits, with Monday and Thursday closing earlier than the rest of the week.
If you are visiting with several people, it is best to keep plans flexible or confirm directly before going. Other comparison venues include Yuai Tei and aglio olio.
If you are exploring Osaka's broader restaurant scene, Curry Ya Madras can be considered as a budget curry option with 2024 Tabelog 100 Curry WEST recognition. Pairing it with other Osaka dining stops is easiest when you plan around the closing time for the specific day.
At a glance: Osaka; listed price JPY 999; Tabelog 100 Curry WEST 2024; hours are Monday and Thursday 11 AM–7 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11 AM–8 PM.
Planning details
- Location
- 4 Chome-3-12 Nipponbashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0005, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/osaka/A2701/A270206/27001518
- Phone
- +81 6-6644-9020
Venue details
Ambiance
Calm, compact, and counter-focused, with a low-key neighborhood curry-shop feel.
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- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Planning details
Location
4 Chome-3-12 Nipponbashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0005, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Yuai Tei, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- NOMSON CURRY, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- Masaru, Notable alternative
- Ippotei Honten, - JPY 999, - JPY 999
- aglio olio, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Restaurant context
At under JPY 1,000, Curry Ya Madras sits at the entry tier of Osaka's award-recognized curry houses, sharing price territory with Ippotei Honten and NOMSON CURRY. All three offer quick-service formats, but Madras edges ahead on consistency and the Tabelog double-selection (2023 and 2024). If you're optimizing for speed and low cost, NOMSON CURRY matches the price and skips the queue, though it lacks the same depth of recognition. Ippotei Honten, also under JPY 1,000, draws a slightly older crowd and offers a more traditional izakaya-adjacent vibe, better suited to evening meals than the lunch-rush intensity Madras handles best.
Step up to Yuai Tei or aglio olio (both JPY 1,000–1,999) and you gain breathing room, more seats, longer menus, a dining pace that accommodates conversation. Yuai Tei excels if you want curry with a bit more ceremony; aglio olio pivots to Italian, offering a useful fallback when Madras is packed or you need a format that works for groups of four or more. For solo diners and pairs prioritizing value over ambiance, Madras delivers the sharpest recommendation: Tabelog credentials, sub-JPY-1,000 pricing, a format that respects your time.
If you can't secure a spot or the queue stretches past your patience, NOMSON CURRY is the closest lateral move, same price tier, similar speed, a location that keeps you in the neighborhood. For a fuller meal in a quieter setting, Yuai Tei is worth the modest step-up in cost.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Curry Ya Madras?
If booking matters to your plans, check directly before visiting. Hours are Monday and Thursday 11 AM–7 PM, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 11 AM–8 PM.
Can Curry Ya Madras accommodate groups?
If you are visiting with a larger party, confirm directly or keep plans flexible. aglio olio and Yuai Tei may be considered as other dining references.
What should a first-timer know about Curry Ya Madras?
Plan around the hours and the listed JPY 999 price. Curry Ya Madras has Tabelog 100 Curry WEST recognition for 2024. For details such as payment methods, ordering style, seat count, reservation rules, check directly before visiting.
Is lunch or dinner better at Curry Ya Madras?
Hours allow for midday and early-evening visits. Monday and Thursday run 11 AM–7 PM, while Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday run 11 AM–8 PM. Choose based on schedule.
Is Curry Ya Madras worth the price?
At a listed price of JPY 999, Curry Ya Madras is a budget-friendly Osaka option. Its Tabelog 100 Curry WEST 2024 recognition adds a clear point of interest for diners comparing it with venues such as NOMSON CURRY or Ippotei Honten.
