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The area around Shinjuku Station in Shinjuku City, Tokyo, is full of energy day and night, where a business district lined with skyscrapers and a lively entertainment area exist side by side. It is home to restaurants in all kinds of genres, ranging from casual spots to high-end establishments. Here is a roundup of recommended places around Shinjuku Station for when you want to enjoy curry.
Created: July 21, 2026
This article is based on5,942Tabelog reviews.
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Ban Thai, about a 5-minute walk from the East Exit of Shinjuku Station, is a Thai restaurant known as a casual place to enjoy authentic Thai food.
With a history of more than 30 years since opening, the restaurant is said to have an atmosphere that feels like visiting Thailand. The furniture and decorations seem to use authentic Thai interior pieces.
They offer more than 100 kinds of Thai food, and the appeal is the authentic flavors that are still easy for Japanese diners to enjoy.
There are several curry dishes on the menu, and the most popular is the chicken green curry. It is said to be a rich curry made with plenty of coconut milk.
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Reviews also praise the signature "phu pad phong kari (stir-fried crab curry)." Its striking presentation really catches the eye.
The curry is said to be infused with the rich flavor of crab, letting you enjoy the sweet, full-bodied curry along with chunks of crab meat throughout.
トラツナ
There are so many items on the menu! I went back and forth for quite a while, but in the end I chose the green curry with pork that I had had my eye on from the start. As others have said, this was the best green curry I’ve ever had in Japan! It really suited my taste and was so good! The spice level was easy to enjoy, and maybe it was the coconut, but it had a mellow flavor that made it easy to eat. It also had big chunks of ingredients, so I was completely Manzoku!
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The Thai restaurant "Ban Thai" in Shinjuku lets you feel the atmosphere of Thailand from the moment you step inside. It has all the standard dishes like gapao (Thai basil stir-fry), green curry, and pad thai, and each one has a rich spice aroma and an authentic taste. The heat is just right, and I think the seasoning is easy for Japanese people to enjoy.
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Barn Khlao Paradise, about a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku-sanchome Station, is a popular spot where you can casually enjoy traditional Thai food.
The interior is said to be spacious, with a stylish monochrome design accented by red. It also has fully private rooms.
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The classic Thai favorite "green curry" comes in four spice levels, and it is said to be a hearty dish packed with chunks of chicken and vegetables.
The curry, known for the rich flavor of coconut milk, is said to go very well with jasmine rice.
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They offer a wide range of Thai dishes, from stir fries to steamed dishes, all prepared by a veteran chef.
They also have a good selection of courses, and the most popular one lets you choose 6 to 7 dishes from the full menu. It also comes with All you can drink alcohol and juice.
アンパー
・Gaeng Khiao Wan (green curry)
The curry itself has a nice balance of mild sweetness and smoothness with the coconut kept in check, along with just the right level of saltiness and heat. The rice is fluffy while still having a light, separate texture, which goes very well with the curry. This is a very high quality green curry.
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トニック5558
The four-person All you can drink + 10-dish course had plenty of food, and there were lots of drink options. The flavors were not too spicy, and everything tasted great. I visit often.
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Gai Yang Khunmee, about a 3-minute walk from the Southeast Exit of Shinjuku Station, is a Thai restaurant where a chef from northeastern Thailand shows off authentic flavors from back home.
The calm interior features Asian-style decor and has a relaxed atmosphere where you can take your time.
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There are several kinds of curry dishes that are unique to Thailand, so curry lovers will have plenty to enjoy.
Along with the classic green curry made with chicken, the lineup also includes "ebi (shrimp) to avocado no green curry" and "butaniku (pork) no panen curry." They also serve a stir fried egg curry with shrimp and crab.
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If you want to try a dish that is unique to this restaurant, don’t miss gai yang (grilled chicken from northeastern Thailand) either.
The chicken is said to be grilled to a fragrant finish in a custom made wood fire and charcoal grill machine, and the smoking effect leaves it plump and juicy.
クリストファーＤ
The chicken and eggplant green curry is packed with ingredients, and for this price in Shinjuku, it feels quite reasonable. The spice level is fairly strong, or rather pretty spicy. The jasmine rice is also more than enough in portion and has a nice aroma. The tenderness of the eggplant and the springy texture of the chicken were both really good, and I had a tasty green curry for the first time in a while.
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もこぴこ
Gapao rice gets instantly milder when you break the egg yolk over the fried egg, and the spicy minced meat goes perfectly with the rice. The fresh taste of the cucumber also made a nice accent. The restaurant is full of Thai atmosphere, and the menu is extensive. This is a place where you can feel fully Manzoku at either lunch or dinner. It is especially recommended for people who like spicy food!
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Karash, about a 5-minute walk from the south exit of Shinjuku Station, is a hideaway dining spot where you can casually enjoy flavors from across Asia, including Nepal, Indonesia, and Thailand.
The restaurant has a homey atmosphere, and diners can enjoy their meal while taking in an Asian feel. It is also well known for its attentive service.
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They offer a wide variety of curry dishes made with meat, vegetables, and seafood. You can also order A la carte, but the sets that come with naan and salad are popular.
The curries have an authentic flavor with a good sense of spices, and they go perfectly with freshly baked naan.
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In addition to Nepalese and Indian style curry, they also offer a soup curry menu made with a wide range of ingredients.
The soup has a Japanese style flavor and is said to have a smooth, light texture. The "Chicken Soup Curry" seems to come with plenty of vegetables as well as chicken.
The spices in the chicken curry have a nice level of heat and good depth, and the naan is fragrant on the outside and soft inside. The tandoori chicken and Asian Appetizers are also well seasoned, and pair nicely with beer and cocktails. The casual interior has an exotic feel, making this a great spot for meals and drinks with friends.
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みししっぴー。
Used Karashu for lunch in Shinjuku. The spinach curry has a creamy texture with a nice spice kick, and you can choose the heat level, which makes it easy to enjoy. The freshly baked naan is light and fluffy, and with free refills at lunch, it leaves you nicely Manpuku. It comes with a mini salad, and the service is smooth.
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Spice Heaven is a restaurant where you can fully enjoy Indian cuisine in a variety of styles, including courses, sets, and buffets.
The interior is designed to create an Indian atmosphere, with a clean feel to the decor. There are table seats, counter seats, and Semi-private room options, so it looks easy to use for many different occasions.
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The menu features a wide variety of curries made by a chef trained in the authentic style. You can adjust the spice level of the curry.
Along with A la carte options, they also offer a wide range of set meals such as the "Vegetarian Set" and the "2 Curry Combo." The naan, baked in the tandoor oven inside the restaurant, is also well known for how good it tastes.
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What stands out in reviews is the Indian curry buffet, available only at lunchtime.
In addition to 4 different daily curries, you can have as many refills as you like of naan, rice, salad, and more. You can also enjoy the fun of making your plate look nice with a good assortment. There is a 60-minute time limit.
tabemog.m
I visited because I wanted to try unusual naan like honey butter naan and garlic naan. They also serve authentic Indian food. The curry in particular was really delicious, and the interior had a bright, glamorous Asian feel that got me excited.
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井上2859
The food came out quickly, and the clean interior felt comfortable and inviting. The curry was simmered until the vegetables were tender, and it had a nice aroma of spices that made it very tasty. The naan was also piping hot and quite filling!
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Soro Yama, located a 5-minute walk from the west and south exits of Shinjuku Station, is a well-known spot where you can enjoy tasty curry that looks colorful and is packed with nutrition.
During the day, the menu centers on curry, and at night you can also enjoy barbecue. The interior is polished and stylish, and offers a relaxing place away from the bustle of the city.
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At lunchtime, they offer several kinds of “Soro Yama Curry,” made with authentic spices.
One plate comes with asari (Japanese littleneck clam) curry with a good hit of coriander and pork curry built around cloves, and the appeal is that you can enjoy two different flavors at once.
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You can choose your topping from "Yasai (vegetables)," "ebi (shrimp)," or "chicken." The "Yasai" option is loaded with 8 to 10 kinds.
The colorful look of the vegetables really stands out. The many vegetables, lightly fried as is, are said to be packed with dietary fiber that feeds gut bacteria.
とりとりとりのすけ
I visited for lunch. I heard about their cho-katsu curry (gut-friendly curry) and thought it sounded interesting, so I stopped by. The curry seemed to be simmered with asari (short-neck clams) and lots of other ingredients, giving it a complex flavor that was really delicious. Right in the middle of Shinjuku, it had a moderate number of people even around lunchtime, so it felt like a hidden gem.
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麺皇
A rich and full-bodied ofu karee (European-style curry) with a bit of heat. The vegetable toppings come in a wide variety, making it a very satisfying dish. This time, I only added chicken, but it also sounds great with pork or a fried egg.
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Located on the 7th floor of Lumine Shinjuku, directly connected to Shinjuku Station, Mango Tree Cafe Lumine Shinjuku is also appealing because you can stop by without worrying about the weather. This restaurant serves authentic Thai food in a friendly cafe-style setting.
The open and welcoming interior is said to make it easy to visit even on your own.
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They offer a wide range of Thai dishes, including salads and stir-fries, and they also serve the classic green curry.
The curry has a nice coconut aroma and is packed with chunks of chicken, making it quite satisfying. A whole eggplant in the bowl gives it a strong visual impact.
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Among the many menu items, the most popular is the "Tori no Gapao (chicken gapao)." It is said to be a refreshing dish filled with the aroma of ground chicken and Thai basil.
The plate menu, which lets you pair your favorite side dishes with a main dish, is popular, and many people seem to choose gapao.
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Poo Pad Pong Curry. When you open the lid of the Clay Pot, the curry bubbles away, with soft eggs inside. When you mix the crab meat on top and the curry with Thai rice and take a bite, it has such an addictive taste that you feel like you could finish it all by yourself.
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hinahayata
I chose the Street Food Plate 4-item assortment. You pick 2 mains and 2 sides. Everything was delicious. I also added the dessert & drink set, and was able to relax and enjoy chatting with a friend. The restaurant also had thoughtful touches for comfort, like a coat rack and a basket for belongings at (Each) seat.
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Asian Dining The Meals is an Asian dining restaurant popular for its Indian curry, located a 3-minute walk from Nishi-Shinjuku-gochome Station.
The stylish interior, filled with an exotic feel, is said to be a comfortable space where you can relax and enjoy your meal. It is recommended not only for casual lunch or dinner, but also for (assorted varieties available) Banquet.
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The chef serves curries made with a variety of ingredients, selecting spices with Special care from the start.
The restaurant's top recommended curry is the "Butter Chicken Curry." Its rich and mellow taste is part of the appeal. You can choose the spice level from 7 levels.
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Both lunch and dinner offer a full range of set menus, so this is also perfect for anyone who wants a hearty meal.
You can enjoy not only Indian style set meals, thali, but also Nepalese set meals, dal bhat. The photo shows the "Himalaya Dal Bhat Set."
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For the curry, I chose spinach and minced meat curry (medium spicy). It came with achar (pickles) on the side: daikon radish, carrot, and cucumber. The medium spicy curry at this restaurant is not actually very spicy. It has a mild heat that makes it very easy to eat, and it goes perfectly with the naan. The naan is filled with cheese from edge to edge, and if you start eating it plain first, it tastes so good you will finish a whole piece before you know it!
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7227d2
The menu is lined with dishes that let you feel the essence of (Each) Asian country, and you really can’t go wrong no matter what you choose. The use of spices was spot on, and what stood out was how they brought out not just heat, but also rich flavor and aroma. The main dishes are great, of course, but even the side dishes and accompaniments are carefully made, so you can enjoy the meal to the very end without getting tired of it.
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Shinjuku Nakamuraya Granna is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy innovative dishes and wine shaped by French cuisine and spices in an open, stylish space.
Located on the 8th floor of the building, the dining room has large windows, and seats are spaced comfortably apart in the airy space with an open kitchen.
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One dish that gets a lot of praise in reviews is Nakamuraya Jun Indo-shiki Kari (Nakamuraya Pure Indian Style Curry), first released in 1927.
This dish is made without wheat flour, using slowly sauteed onions and yogurt as the base, then finished with a blend of many spices. It also comes with tender chicken that has been simmered for a long time.
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If you like vegetable-forward curry, the Kisetsu no Yasai Kari (seasonal vegetable curry) is a perfect choice. Several kinds of vegetables come served alongside the rice.
The vegetables, stir-fried with spices, have a nice sweetness that goes well with the mildly spicy curry sauce.
たまには贅沢したい。
・Nakamuraya Jun Indo-shiki Curry (Nakamuraya Pure Indian-style Curry)
The yellowish sauce is mild yet spicy! And the chunky chicken falls apart with a spoon, simmered until tender. It tastes so good!! It has a one of a kind feel that really says, this is Nakamuraya.
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konsuke1114
The calm interior offers a space where you can feel both tradition and elegance. The curry has a nice kick of spice without being too hot, and the chicken is simmered until tender, making it excellent! It also pairs perfectly with the rice. The yakumi (condiments) and pickles served on the side come in a wide variety, so you can enjoy changing up the flavors.
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This restaurant is a 5-minute walk from Seibu-Shinjuku Station and is popular for its curry made with plenty of ingredients and a wide variety of spices.
The interior is compact and casual, making it easy to drop in and enjoy curry. They also have manga, so you can read while you wait for your curry.
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The curry sauce, made by blending more than 30 ingredients such as onions and apples with 23 to 26 kinds of spices, is said to have a flavor you can only get at this restaurant.
The curry is completed after an aging period, and they say it has a deep richness while still letting the spices shine. Among the wide variety of menu items, the "Chicken Curry" and "Pork Curry" are especially popular.
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They offer a wide range of curry dishes, including "Tomato Curry" and "Cheese Curry," and you can add toppings as well.
The avocado has just the right amount of saltiness and richness, and it seems to bring out the flavor of the curry even more. The "ratatouille" and "Negi Mijin (finely chopped green onion)" toppings also look worth trying.
TK2825
This time I went with the chicken curry and added a cheese topping! It still had a solid hit of spice, with plenty of flavor from the vegetables for that healthy taste as always. The added cheese made it richer and more satisfying. It has that addictive good taste, and even after a long time away, the quality was as solid as ever.
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maitirusakura44
Have the avocado curry for lunch! The rich, thick roux made from vegetables & fruits aged for 2 weeks is full-bodied, with a great deep flavor from the spices. The mild, creamy avocado adds to it, leaving a clean finish while still feeling very satisfying. The free smoked takuan (pickled daikon radish) and potatoes add even more volume.
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ASIAN DINING&BAR JASMINE on the 8th floor of Shinjuku Marui Annex, right by Shinjuku-sanchome Station, is a popular restaurant where you can enjoy authentic ethnic cuisine prepared by Thai and Indian chefs while staying in Japan.
The interior is said to be a spacious and clean space, with not only table seating but also zashiki (tatami seating).
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They have a very wide selection of Indian curries, and you can choose from several spice levels ranging from mild to very hot.
The menu is varied, starting with the classic "Butter Chicken" made with tomato and butter, and also includes curries with lamb and seafood, and many people seem to enjoy them with a large naan.
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They also offer a wide range of popular Thai staples such as gapao rice and tom yum goong.
The green curry, made with chili peppers and coconut milk, is said to be a hearty dish packed with plenty of ingredients, including chicken and lots of vegetables.
AYA❀
This time, I had the cheese naan set with butter chicken and keema curry, medium spice, and an oolong tea. The cheese naan was filled with melty cheese and was delicious, as you would expect. The curry was good too, and while the keema was tasty, the butter chicken was so fragrant that it was the clear winner. Definitely!! I want to eat it again!
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蓑メシ
When it comes to Indian curry, it has to be naan! It is served fresh and piping hot. The refill was also freshly made and very tasty. I love mango lassi, so I was happy to see mango lassi on the menu too. The inside of the restaurant was very clean and comfortable.
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Ikkuu Shinjuku Higashiguchi Ten is a recommended spot around Shinjuku Station when you want to casually enjoy authentic Indian and Nepalese cuisine. Of course the curry is good, and the wide variety of cheese naan is said to be especially popular.
It has an unpretentious, casual atmosphere, with table seating and sofa seating where you can relax.
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The chef trained in India and seems to recreate authentic flavors very faithfully.
The menu has a full lineup of curry dishes, including keema curry and paneer masala, each carefully blended with several kinds of spices. They say each bite of the curry opens up with rich flavor.
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One thing you should definitely order with your curry is the cheese naan, which is also very popular in reviews. You can choose from about 10 kinds, ranging from sweet options to savory meal-style ones.
It is generously filled with melty cheese wrapped in the dough, with a fragrant surface and an irresistibly chewy texture inside.
1000eats
The curry had a clear aroma of spices while still being easy to eat, and both the keema and butter chicken were dependably good. It struck a nice balance that did not feel too heavy and stayed pleasant to eat through the last bite. The interior has a calm atmosphere, and it is also nice that you can enjoy a relaxed meal even while being in the Kabukicho area. It is an easy place to use for either lunch or dinner◎
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kirara935
The curry is an authentic curry carefully blended with several kinds of spices, and its rich flavor is especially appealing. It is thick and creamy. You can also choose the level of spiciness. The naan is said to be baked fresh for each order, with a fragrant outside and a chewy texture inside. It is filled with plenty of cheese, making it feel indulgent. It melts in your mouth. It also goes perfectly with the curry❗❗
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Mission Restaurant & Bar is a popular Indian and Nepali restaurant with many repeat customers, known for its excellent curry, naan, chicken, and other carefully made dishes.
It is a 2-minute walk from Nishi-Shinjuku-gochome Station, and the interior is said to open into an extraordinary oriental space. It also has sofa seating where you can relax in comfort.
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They offer classic Indian curries made with vegetables, meat, and seafood, and you can adjust the spice level.
Both lunch and dinner have a full lineup of set menus, with satisfying portions. A nice plus at lunchtime is that naan and rice come with free refills.
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This menu is not just about curry, and you should definitely try the meat dishes too. To bring out the quality of the ingredients, they use Special spices and herbs selected from around the world.
Skilled chefs season each type of meat in the best way for it. They also offer an All you can eat course that includes curry and meat dishes.
りっせん
The staff were kind and attentive. I ordered a lunch set, and it came with mutton curry and butter chicken curry, plus a huge freshly baked naan, rice, chicken tikka, salad, yogurt, and a drink. Free refills of naan and rice made it very satisfying.
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ゆらグルメ
A restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Indian curry. The dinner menu is also available at pleasantly reasonable prices on par with the lunch menu! I’m not good with spicy food, but I had the mild butter chicken curry, and it was very tasty. I also liked the mango lassi, which was light and refreshing.
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