Curry Shop Fennel
Suginami, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Price
JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
Dress
Casual
Why go
An 8-seat counter curry specialist in Nishi Ogikubo, Curry Shop Fennel earned a Tabelog 100 Curry Tokyo 2024 spot at JPY 1,000–1,999 per head. Walk-in only, open Wednesday through Sunday with kitchen-facing seating that suits solo diners and couples willing to queue on the interior stairwell. Straightforward Indian curry execution without conceptual detours.
About Curry Shop Fennel
Curry Shop Fennel is a Tokyo curry venue with a price range of JPY 1,000–1,999. It is listed in the Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 selection, placing it among recognized curry venues in the city while remaining in an accessible price band. For diners comparing Tokyo options, FRENCH CURRY SPOON is another point of reference, though any difference in format, menu, or service should be checked directly before visiting.
The Counter Format
Plan for Curry Shop Fennel as a casual Tokyo curry shop rather than around a confirmed counter-only setup or specific seat count. The dress code is casual, the key practical details are the opening days, hours, price range, recognized curry listing.
Curry Shop Fennel is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 7 PM, Sunday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM. For reservation policy, queuing rules, last-order times, confirm operational details directly with the venue before making a special trip.
Price and Format Against Tokyo Peers
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Curry Shop Fennel sits in an accessible range for a Tokyo curry venue with Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 recognition. Echigo Tsuruy, Amai Ko, Menson Rage, オルガン may be useful comparison points; check their formats, locations, menus, relative value directly when comparing them with Curry Shop Fennel.
The clearest way to frame Curry Shop Fennel is simple: a casual Tokyo curry venue in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range, open Wednesday through Sunday, recognized in the 2024 Tokyo curry selection by Tabelog.
Practical summary: Curry Shop Fennel is in Tokyo, has a casual dress code, is priced at JPY 1,000–1,999, appears in the Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 selection, is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 7 PM and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM. It is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Planning details
- Location
- Japan, 〒167-0054 Tokyo, Suginami City, Shoan, 3 Chome−37−22 2F
- Website
- instagram.com/curryshopfennel
- Phone
- +81 3-5941-9835
Venue details
Ambiance
A compact, casual neighborhood curry shop with a warm, spice-filled atmosphere that feels like a cozy hideout near Nishi-Ogikubo Station.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Small
Planning details
Location
Japan, 〒167-0054 Tokyo, Suginami City, Shoan, 3 Chome−37−22 2F · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- オルガン, Notable alternative
- Echigo Tsuruy, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Amai Ko, - JPY 999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, - JPY 999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- FRENCH CURRY SPOON, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Menson Rage, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At JPY 1,000–1,999, Curry Shop Fennel sits in the middle of Tokyo's Tabelog 100 curry tier, offering better value than splurge-level specialists but charging a small premium over the city's sub-JPY 1,000 options. Echigo Tsuruy undercuts it by a few hundred yen and remains easier to access near central stations, making it the better pick if budget or location matters most. Amai Ko matches Fennel's price range and adds table seating for groups, though it lacks the same kitchen-facing counter intimacy.
FRENCH CURRY SPOON occupies the same JPY 1,000–1,999 band but leans into French-Indian fusion, which means more butter and cream in the sauces and less direct spice impact. Fennel's Indian curry approach stays closer to traditional subcontinental templates, so choose FRENCH CURRY SPOON if you prefer softer, richer profiles and Fennel if you want sharper spice layering. オルガン and Menson Rage round out the with different format emphases, though neither offers the same walk-in counter setup.
Booking difficulty skews easier at Fennel than at reservation-required spots, but the walk-in-only model means waits are unpredictable during lunch and early dinner. If you need guaranteed seating, pick a venue that accepts reservations. If you're willing to queue on the stairwell for 20–40 minutes, Fennel delivers award-list quality without the advance-planning friction.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Curry Shop Fennel?
Is Curry Shop Fennel good for a special occasion?
The dress code is casual, the price range is ¥1,000–1,999. For private rooms, table service, or other special-occasion features, confirm directly with the venue; otherwise, it is best considered a casual curry option.
What should I order at Curry Shop Fennel?
Curry Shop Fennel is a Tokyo curry venue recognized in the Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 selection. Check directly with the restaurant for current menu details.
Is Curry Shop Fennel good for solo dining?
The venue is casual and priced at ¥1,000–1,999. Confirm seating layout and visit logistics directly before you go.
Is Curry Shop Fennel worth the price?
At ¥1,000–1,999, Curry Shop Fennel is in an accessible price range for Tokyo curry and has Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 recognition. Whether it is worth it depends on your interest in visiting a recognized curry venue at that price point.
Is lunch or dinner better at Curry Shop Fennel?
Hours are Wednesday through Saturday from 11:30 AM to 7 PM and Sunday from 11:30 AM to 8:30 PM, with Monday and Tuesday closed. Choose based on the opening hours and confirm any current service details directly.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Curry Shop Fennel?
The price range is ¥1,000–1,999. For any tasting-menu format or other specific menu details, check directly with Curry Shop Fennel.
