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    CoCo Ichibanya

    3.9 (1.9k reviews)
    ModerateJapanese Curry
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Garlic Naan
    Zar P.

    We tried this place in Japan and so glad they opened some here in LA, though wish they expanded to SGV. Curry is on point every time. They do not mess around with the spice level. The highest I ever got was a 6 and it packs a good heat. The spice level goes higher than that for the adventurous folks. Menu is easy, a lot of customizable options. I usually get the chicken katsu or the omelette chicken katsu, and always add the potato croquette. Katsu is good, not very oily. Pretty good portion sizes, we always have leftover to take home. Service is good, there is a bell at each table you can ring to call the server.

    Ruby M.

    I ordered their chicken cutlet plate and level 2 spice, where I could comfortably enjoy my plate, and still get a little kick of spice.

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    Justin H.

    CoCo Ichibanya is hands down my favorite Japanese curry spot, and honestly, no one does it better for me. The curry here is rich, comforting, and incredibly customizable, which is exactly what makes it so addictive. I love my curry a little on the spicy side, and the level 2 or 3 plus spiciness is absolutely perfect. It has a great kick without overpowering the flavor of the curry itself. I truly do not understand how anyone even attempts a level 10, but more power to them. The food is consistently amazing across the board. From the wide variety of protein choices to all the add ons you can customize your plate with, everything tastes fresh and satisfying. It feels like you can come back again and again and never get bored because there are so many combinations to try. If you love Japanese curry, this place is a must. Comfort food at its best, done exactly the way you want it. My only wish is for them to expand a store to Diamond bar or nearby there

    Love this curry place! I recommend it!!
    Joan S.

    I love coming here for their Chicken Cutlet curry! I love that we can choose how spicy we want the curry. The chicken is always hot and crispy. The curry is always hot and spicy to my liking. It's a bit loud with all the chatter. Today, our server, Zaius, was super friendly, patient and helpful. He was a very pleasant server

    Pretty filling but a little more curry would have been appreciated. Reasonably priced.
    Steve O.

    Had my daughter pick up takeout from Coco tonight. Ordered the tonkatsu curry with omelette. Curry is a bit spicy but not overly so. Portion was very reasonable for the price. Cutlet was a little dry but acceptable overall. I felt they could provide a little more curry for the amount of rice that comes with this dinner. A good choice to pick up a quick dinner to bring home when you don't feel like going out for dinner.

    Maria R.

    Let's start with parking went here during lunch and the parking lot was full but found parking. I had the beef curry with cream and cheese and omg phenomenal taste totally recommend the curry was so creamy i enjoyed it so much. I forgot to take a picture but i received a punch card for when i return and since it was delicious i am going to go back again.

    Pork Cutlet Omelet and Chicken Cutlet
    Carmen L.

    Been wanting to try this place since it arrived in the US! Although there's not much to expect with Japanese curry (they all taste the same...) I did enjoy picking my level of spice and the amount of variety they carried. I got their og chicken cutlet curry (lvl3-sirarcha chilly spice level) and it was just as I expected. Nothing special but will get the cravings satisfied. Chicken was nicely crisp, and the curry was a lil more watery than how I would normally like it but the flavor was there. Boyfriend ended up getting a regular spice pork omelette cutlet and did enjoy the flavors as well. Regular spice is good for people who have a low tolerance while level 3-4 is more of a kick. Try 5 if you're into spice! Parking is located in a small plaza w/plenty of spaces available. Upon entering you seat yourself and the workers will tend to you afterwards. Food came out pretty quick and everything tasted as you would expect but all in all, I would come if it was convenient but wouldn't make my way to come here.

    Chicken Cutlet Curry
    Chris V.

    Even on a late Saturday night, it was pretty packed and bustling in here. Went for a chicken cutlet curry with added spinach. Upgraded to a large portion of rice (didn't finish) and went for a level 4 spice which definitely packed a punch. I am a fan of that huge range of spice levels (1-10) and the curry was very flavorful. Note: they don't take American Express here

    Menu (January 2023)
    Kimberly L.

    Review #898 2025-071 Food Order: Thin Slice Beef Curry $13.39 Chicken Cutlet Curry $14.44 Dumplings Salad $7.05 Opened in 02/2011, CoCo Ichibanya, in Torrance Star Plaza on the southeast side, is the 1st U.S. location. The restaurant specializes in Japanese-style curry rice. Its closest competition was Curry House, which closed a few years ago. There's a 3 step ordering process: 1) select rice quantity; 2) select spice level (from 1 - 10); 3) select add-ons & toppings. There's a surcharge for extra rice, higher spice levels (20¢ - $1.00), add-ons & toppings ($1.00 - $7.75), & a 50¢ deduction for small bowl of rice. I started dining here (takeout) when my work offered 3xTs (Thursday Takeout Treats). I usually order Thin Slice Beef Curry with an 8 spice level & may add a side of Dumplings Salad to share with my manager; my other preferred order is the Chicken Cutlet Curry. There's a balanced serving of rice (medium) & curry, but the portion of beef is smaller than I would like; I get more with chicken cutlet. The beef is perfectly cooked & tender; the chicken cutlet is perfectly fried, crisp crust & tender chicken. The curry tastes umami, savory, & sweet, with a good kick of heat at spice level 8. It's just enough to almost break out a sweat. Hehehe... The Dumplings Salad consists of dumplings, romaine with some corn & shredded carrots. I would prefer some cucumbers & tomatoes for this "salad." I'm not a fan of the dumplings' skin; it's a bit thick & not always properly pan fried. I like that bottom crust & the softer skin contrast. Sometimes the salad isn't fresh or appears fresh; the lettuce is wilted &/or reddish brown (occurs from oxidation, which that happens when the leaves are bruised, cut, or exposed to air & moisture), unsightly but edible. There's a decent amount of parking available, but less spaces on the southeast side. The dining room has plenty of 2-/4-seat tables & moveable to combine them to a larger table with counter seating opposite of the entry. A map on the wall shows their locations, including their 01/2013 claim to fame in the Guinness World Records as the biggest curry chain in the world. They accept Visa & MC, but not AmEx. Their menu is surprisingly extensive for a curry restaurant, price points are fair for a decent portion, though sometimes the proteins are on the skimpier side. This can be made up by adding a side or two. If you're looking for delish & customizable curry, look no further than Coco Ichibanya.

    Extra Curry Sauce - Small with vegetables added good size
    Sam N.

    Small side of Keema curry - really liked this (I think I liked it better than the curry!)! It has ground chicken, bellpeppers and spices in it. Spicy. Tastes like spicy chili without beans with indian spices. Would be great on fries which I will get next! Small side was a wonderful size. Small side of curry added vegetables - great size! Curry is good (and its vegetarian) and vegetables are a must (crunchy and well cooked). I got regular spice but detected no spice so I would go up 1. Side of chicken cutlet - its a full portion chicken. Crispy outside, not chewy, very nicely prepared. However, there is no seasoning on it so if you taste it by itself, there is no flavor. Its all from the curry. The place is always busy because its good. Very friendly staff and very clean. I will be back to try the cheese naan and the keema fries.

    Double portion of Chicken Cutlet w/ curry sauce and Side of White Rice
    Jacqueline R.

    The curry is good. Not a big place. There was a 50 minute wait the first time we tried to come here. 2nd time's a charm. Got seater within 10 minutes and once we understood how to navigate the self ordering system our food came out pretty fast. There's a button on the table to get the server or order some more food from the iPad.

    Ryna D.

    3.5 stars. CoCo Ichibanya is one of the largest curry chains in Japan. I personally prefer Go Go Curry's more but here in CA, there are more CoCo Ichibanya locations. The curry is solid but not amazing. Good for a quick takeout meal but does not really impress.

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    Alana M.

    Since the closing of Curry House in 2020, this has become our local go-to restaurant for curry. It has grown on us over the years. We eat here pretty nearly every month. Hubby likes the Keema Curry. You can get the Keema Curry Plate which includes rice and buy a side of Nan or the Nan Keema Curry which has no rice but includes the Nan. He also like the Keema Omelet Curry. I get the Beef & Vegetables Curry. We really like their salad. It is a green salad with corn & egg. Their sesame salad dressing is so tasty, too! They bring a squirt bottle of it and you can add the amount that suits you. If you're thirsty, they sell a Jumbo Thai Tea for just $4.49! We usually get one and share it. Service is hit and miss. We've learned to order our food in stages here. When we order everything at once, the main entrée usually arrives seconds after the salad and sometimes before! That's not cool! We like to pace ourselves and not be rushed with the hot dishes getting cold before we're ready to eat them. When it is especially hot out, we like to dine here because they crank their A/C! We've seen people go grab a jacket and come back.

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    Just ordered Curry pork katsu with egg to go. Drove an hour to get home and turns out they didn't give me any pork katsu what a rip off.

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    Ask the Community - CoCo Ichibanya

    Is this place still open? I call and call to place and order and I get no answer

    They are open, but never answer the phone.

    Are you still closed?

    No they are open, but only takeout for now.

    When will you open again?

    They are open for dine in and takeout.

    When are you guys opening? I see you closed one day open the next and close again. Is this because of the employees getting covid?

    They are open for dine in and takeout.

    Does the restaurant offer brown rice?

    Not at this time.

    When is dine in going to be available?

    Call them directly is best.

    Is the curry vegan?

    The curry is vegetarian. Not vegan

    Are you open for dine in?

    Dine in is not available till further notice.

    Vegetable curry is used with vegetable broth?

    Yes, their curry base is vegetarian!

    What time do they close on holidays?

    Open from 11am to 10pm every single day, even holidays.

    Does the curry contain nuts?

    Allergens in curry: Dairy Wheat… Read more

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    The self-ordering kiosk definitely wasn't very user-friendly, or maybe it's just the one on the…read moreright side that has issues. After we placed our order, the owner seemed frustrated and a bit grouchy. I'm still not entirely sure what went wrong since our credit card went through and we even received a receipt. In the end, he had to cancel the entire order and redo it on the left iPad because, for some reason, the order never showed up on his system. After sorting everything out, we waited another 15 minutes for our food. We ended up taking our order to go since the restaurant is very small, with only one table outside. But tbh, It was absolutely delicious. I think this might be the best Japanese curry we've ever had, even better than the old Curry House days (RIP). You can customize your bowl by choosing the rice size, white or brown rice, and up to three toppings. We added an omelet egg, chicken karaage, and pork cutlet, and everything was fantastic. I ordered the mild curry, which was the perfect spice level for me, while my husband got medium and really enjoyed the extra heat. I like how they give you a big tub of curry sauce no matter which rice bowl size you choose. We'll definitely be back and remember to use the left iPad when ordering.

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    We frequented the place quite often when kids were younger and obsessed with their fried rice…read more Since then, the older gentleman who owned the establishment has retired and it changed hands many times. Today we decided to revisit the restaurant for old time's sake. Inside, the main wall was repainted with a new mural. The annual LA Marathon posters, pinned by the staff who participated in the events, were also gone. Nonetheless, it retained its traditional izakaya décor with its counter seating alongside some regular tables. The staff were all new but still very courteous and brought the menu and water right away. New items were added but the core dishes remained the same. For this visit, we ordered our regular items and they arrived in 10 minutes: Eboshi Mini Trio with Shio Ramen, Fried Rice and Gyoza: The fried rice was still top notch, with slightly firm texture, not too oily, and pleasantly seasoned. The Shio Ramen with its clear broth was nicely savory. The thin noodles were cooked perfectly, and the chashu pieces were tender. To complement the set, the gyozas with their delicate wraps had nicely burnt bottoms, and flavorful fillings. Champon Ramen: A complex ramen with an assortment of meat, veggies and seafood. There were sliced pork pieces, shrimps, squids, cabbage, onions, snow peas and many more. The clear broth was quite savory and enriched by oil from sauteed ingredients. The noodles had a very nice texture and were a tad al dente. We were amazed that after all these years, the restaurant retained its original taste and flavor. We found out the reason why while exiting the restaurant: The young cook from two decades ago is now running the open kitchen as head chef. Great food and still reasonable prices. It was totally worth revisiting.

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    I love Kagura! Their chicken katsu set is delicious and my favorite item on the manu: perfectly…read morecrispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with juicy meat. It's also a great deal for a quick lunch (around $13.25), especially considering the quality. The service is fast and efficient, making it an ideal go-to when you want something tasty and you are in a hurry. Consistently good food, great value, and quick service, Kagura is definitely a place I keep coming back to!

    Delicious tonkatsu that you can tell is the real deal. Came here with a friend who lives in the…read moreneighborhood-- when we were deciding on a place to eat she instantly suggested this spot. Walking in on a weekday, it wasn't too busy but there were still a couple of tables of Japanese businessmen, which is always a good sign (and my friend said regardless of when you come, that's usually the case). We got the mille feuille tonkatsu, agedashi tofu, and karaage to share plus two beers. The agedashi tofu and karaage were good, nothing that stood out but a solid accompaniment. Meanwhile, the tonkatsu was definitely the star of the show. The fry on it was light but still crispy. I also really liked the miso soup came with some carrots and daikon in it. Overall a great meal at a reasonable price. Street parking was relatively easy and we parked 2 blocks away for free.

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    Came here for a date night and will definitely be coming back!…read more The meal came with complementary ice tea, I believe it was barley or oolong tea. I ordered the ten toji don combo and a salmon hand roll. The food came out fast and was piping hot. The portions were also huge for not a ton of money. The udon was delicious and the ten toji don was good as well! I loved the combo of the shrimp tempura with the egg. The salmon hand roll tasted fresh as well, 8/10. There is ample seating in the restaurant and lots of parking outside. The restaurant is also located in a shopping plaza with many other restaurants and dessert places.

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