
Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya
Shinjuku, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
The Read
Price
- JPY 999
Why go
Eight-seat counter specialist serving Tabelog 100-recognized beef-tendon curry, weekday lunch only. No reservations, cash-only, a daily-changing menu that draws regulars before 11 AM. Best for solo diners and pairs willing to queue; groups of three or more should book elsewhere. Under ¥999 for most dishes, one minute from Okubo Station.
About Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya
Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya is a Tokyo venue with a price point of JPY 999 or less and a narrow weekday daytime schedule. The hours are Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 2:30 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024.
Visit Basics
Plan around the essentials: a Tokyo location, weekday daytime opening, weekend closure, a price band of JPY 999 or less. For details such as seat count, reservation policy, payment methods, menu changes, service format, check with the venue before visiting.
If you are planning a visit, the key practical point is timing. The venue is open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM, it is closed on Saturday and Sunday. Check street address, station access, parking information, phone number, official website details directly before you go.
How It Fits Against Tokyo's Tabelog Curry Field
Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya can be considered alongside other Tokyo dining options, including SPICY CURRY Roka, Spicy Curry House Hangetsu, FISH Shinjuku ten. The core profile for Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya is simple: Tokyo, weekday daytime hours, a JPY 999-or-less price band, Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 recognition.
That makes it a practical choice to research if your schedule fits a Monday-to-Friday daytime visit. Travelers who need dinner, weekend dining, reservations, group seating, or specific dietary information should confirm those details directly before planning around the venue.
For broader planning, compare Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya with other options in our full Tokyo restaurants guide. Keep the practical constraints in mind: the hours are 11 AM to 2:30 PM on weekdays, closed weekends, with a price level of JPY 999 or less.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Chome-24-10 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan
- Website
- tabelog.com/en/tokyo/A1304/A130404/13048031
- Phone
- +81 80-3412-2114
Venue details
Ambiance
A very small, non-smoking counter shop with a relaxed, low-key atmosphere; guests sit side-by-side at the counter in a simple, cozy space suited to solo diners and casual visits rather than long, lingering meals.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Counter Service
- Meal Pacing
- Quick Bite
- Capacity
- Intimate
Signature Dishes
- Gyusuji (beef tendon) curry
- Katsu curry
- Curry udon
Planning details
Location
1 Chome-24-10 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0073, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- SPICY CURRY Roka, Curry, Taiwanese, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Spicy Curry House Hangetsu, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Harukor Ainu Restaurant, Notable alternative
- FISH Shinjuku ten, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 2,000 - JPY 2,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Rokkasen Otakibashi Street store, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya occupies the narrowest slice of Tokyo's Tabelog 100 Curry field: highest execution, lowest accessibility. SPICY CURRY Roka offers more flexibility (table seating, evening hours, card payments) at ¥1,000–¥1,999, making it the safer pick for travelers with tight schedules. Spicy Curry House Hangetsu adds weekend availability and a slightly broader menu, though pricing edges higher and the counter-only format here delivers sharper focus. If you can arrive before 11 AM on a weekday and pay cash, Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya is the stronger choice for under ¥999. If your itinerary demands evening service or group seating, Roka or Hangetsu are clearer alternatives.
For diners prioritizing value, this spot undercuts most Tabelog 100 Curry peers by ¥200–¥500 per head without sacrificing technique. FISH Shinjuku ten charges ¥2,000–¥2,999 for lunch and operates with longer hours, but the format shifts toward seafood-forward izakaya rather than curry specialization. Harukor Ainu Restaurant offers a different cultural angle (Ainu cuisine) with more spacious seating, though curry is not the primary focus. For curry purists willing to work around the weekday-only constraint, Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya delivers the highest return per yen spent among Tokyo's recognized curry specialists.
Booking difficulty is the defining variable: no reservations means walk-ins only, the eight-seat counter fills by 11:30 AM most weekdays. Solo diners and pairs arriving at opening (11 AM) face minimal wait; parties of three or more will be split or turned away if the counter is full. Rokkasen Otakibashi Street store accommodates larger groups with table seating and evening hours, though pricing and cuisine shift toward yakiniku rather than curry. If your schedule permits weekday lunch and you're comfortable with cash-only service, this is the sharper, more affordable choice. If flexibility matters more than price, Roka or Hangetsu offer easier logistics without dropping off the Tabelog 100 Curry map.
Explore Tokyo
Around this place
Discover more on Pearl
Unlock the full Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya guide in Pearl, including awards, comparisons, FAQs, planning details, and nearby places.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya accommodate groups?
If group seating is important, confirm directly before visiting. Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya is in Tokyo, is priced at JPY 999 or less, opens Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM. You can also compare with other Tokyo options such as Rokkasen Otakibashi Street store or FISH Shinjuku ten.
Is Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya good for solo dining?
It may suit travelers looking for an inexpensive weekday daytime stop. The schedule is Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed, the price band is JPY 999 or less.
Can I eat at the bar at Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya?
What are alternatives to Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya in Tokyo?
Other Tokyo options to consider include SPICY CURRY Roka, Spicy Curry House Hangetsu, FISH Shinjuku ten, Rokkasen Otakibashi Street store, Harukor Ainu Restaurant. Compare schedules, seating, payment methods, menus directly when choosing.
Is the tasting menu worth it at Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya?
If a tasting menu is important, check with the venue before visiting. The core details for Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya are its Tokyo location, JPY 999-or-less pricing, weekday daytime hours, weekend closure, Tabelog 100 - Curry - TOKYO - 2024 recognition.
Is Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya good for a special occasion?
Is lunch or dinner better at Gyusuji Curry Chiisana Curry Ya?
The schedule points to lunch rather than dinner: Monday through Friday from 11 AM to 2:30 PM, with Saturday and Sunday closed.





















