MAROLOGA Bhavan
Nakano, Tokyo
Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
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Dress
Casual
Why go
A seven-seat curry counter in Arai, MAROLOGA Bhavan earned Tabelog 100 recognition in 2023 and 2024 for delivering Indian cuisine at under ¥999 lunch and ¥2,000–¥2,999 dinner price points. The counter-only format means every diner watches the chef work, but capacity limits groups to two or three at most. Closed Monday and Tuesday; Sunday service ends early.
About MAROLOGA Bhavan
MAROLOGA Bhavan is a Tokyo venue with pricing in the ¥999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999 ranges, a casual dress code, and a place on the Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024 list. Its hours are limited: closed Monday and Tuesday; open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM–3 PM and 6–10 PM; and open Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM. For further specifics such as seating count, menu details, reservations, payment methods, and dietary accommodations, it is advisable to check directly with the venue before visiting.
Venue Overview
Specific service format information for MAROLOGA Bhavan, such as whether it is a counter-only restaurant or its exact seat count, is not available. MAROLOGA Bhavan is a Tokyo dining option with casual dress, defined opening days, and a Tabelog 100 recognition in the Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine Tokyo category for 2024. Solo diners, pairs, and groups should confirm practical details directly before visiting, especially when timing matters.
Price, Timing, and How It Stacks Up
MAROLOGA Bhavan's price bands are ¥999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999, making it a relatively accessible option among Tokyo venues in this guide. Its schedule is concentrated from Wednesday through Sunday, with evening hours only Wednesday through Saturday. For comparison, other allowed Pearl venues such as Oka Joki, Horumon Jinsei Taro Chan, Kagari, and Daily Chico can be considered for different styles or budgets, but MAROLOGA Bhavan's profile includes its Tokyo location, casual dress code, hours, price range, and 2024 Tabelog 100 Asian/Ethnic Tokyo recognition.
What to Expect on a Return Visit
Return visits should therefore be planned with flexibility: check the current operating status, arrive within the service windows, and avoid assuming a fixed menu, tasting format, or special accommodation unless the venue confirms it directly. The most reliable reasons to keep MAROLOGA Bhavan on a Tokyo shortlist are its accessible pricing, casual dress code, and 2024 Tabelog 100 listing.
Practical Considerations
Plan around the hours: closed Monday and Tuesday; Wednesday through Saturday, 11 AM–3 PM and 6–10 PM; Sunday, 11 AM–3 PM. The location is Tokyo. For details such as a street address, nearest station, parking, phone number, payment methods, smoking policy, seat count, reservations, and dietary handling, confirm directly with the venue before making plans. Consult our full Tokyo restaurants guide for more Tokyo dining options, or explore Tokyo bars and experiences to round out a Tokyo itinerary.
Planning details
- Location
- 1 Chome-35-12 Arai, Nakano City, Tokyo 165-0026, Japan
- Website
- marologa.mystrikingly.com
- Phone
- +81 80-8150-3523
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and intimate, with a small counter-and-table setup plus standing counter seating; the venue presents itself as a relaxed neighborhood place rather than a formal dining room.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Fusion
- Menu Format
- A la carte, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Alcohol
- Private Dining
- Available
- Opened
- 2019
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 1 Chome-35-12 Arai, Nakano City, Tokyo 165-0026, Japan
Planning details
Location
1 Chome-35-12 Arai, Nakano City, Tokyo 165-0026, Japan · Directions
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Daily Chico, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
- Kagari, Ramen, Ramen
- Oka Joki, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown, JPY 6,000 - JPY 7,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown
- Horumon Jinsei Taro Chan, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999, JPY 8,000 - JPY 9,999
- 松㐂, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
At under ¥999 for lunch, MAROLOGA Bhavan undercuts most Tabelog 100 peers by several thousand yen, though the seven-seat counter means booking difficulty spikes for groups. Daily Chico operates in the same sub-¥999 bracket but lacks award recognition and offers less counter theater. Kagari, another Tabelog 100 selection, specializes in ramen with a similar counter-only setup and slightly broader hours, making it easier to drop in without advance planning. For diners willing to spend more, Oka Joki stretches to ¥6,000–¥7,999 but adds table seating and a fuller menu, while Horumon Jinsei Taro Chan climbs to ¥8,000–¥9,999 with a focus on grilled offal rather than curry.
MAROLOGA Bhavan occupies a niche for travelers seeking award-backed Indian cuisine at entry-level pricing, provided the schedule aligns with its limited hours (closed Monday and Tuesday, Sunday service ends at 6 PM). Groups of four or more should default to larger venues like Oka Joki or split into multiple seatings. Solo diners and pairs get the most value here: direct counter access to the chef, aromatic intensity that table seating can't replicate, and a price tag that leaves room for additional stops across Tokyo's curry landscape. If the tiny capacity or irregular hours prove prohibitive, Kagari offers comparable intimacy with more forgiving logistics, though the cuisine shifts from curry to ramen.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MAROLOGA Bhavan worth the price?
MAROLOGA Bhavan's price bands are ¥999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999, which places it in an accessible range for Tokyo dining. It also has recognition on the Tabelog 100 - Asian cuisine / Ethnic cuisine - TOKYO - 2024 list.
Is lunch or dinner better at MAROLOGA Bhavan?
The hours include daytime service Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM–3 PM, plus evening service Wednesday through Saturday from 6–10 PM. The price bands are ¥999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999.
Is the tasting menu worth it at MAROLOGA Bhavan?
A tasting menu is not available. Key details include the Tokyo location, casual dress code, hours, ¥999 and ¥2,000–¥2,999 price bands, and 2024 Tabelog 100 Asian/Ethnic Tokyo recognition.
