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    Dela Curo Curry

    4.2 (112 reviews)

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Omu Curry
    Vivian L.

    Monday, December 12th, 2024 13:00 Omu Curry ($14.00): rice, beef curry, omelet, string beans, and Japanese pickles - generous amount of rice and egg - omelet was cooked just right for omurice, with a soft-scrambled interior - curry was underwhelming with not much depth of flavor and a thin consistency Service: - order on their website and pick up at the counter - all orders are packed as take-out, which made for a lesser eating experience for dining in - staff was friendly but curt Ambiance: - located in a shared space with Berkeley Bowl West Cafe - food-court-like seating

    Tiffany S.

    Katsu curry, onion rings, and omurice curry ! The onion rings were in a light batter - nice sour cream dip that went with it! Really flavorful and thic curry- I think the katsu was a bit tough for me, but overall enjoyed it.

    6/6/2023 katsu curry
    Tiffany H.

    Decent curry spot in Swan's market. The katsu was crispy, and the curry was decent. The sauce was rich, but not overly rich. I tried a bite of my friend's chicken, and I have to say that the chicken was a lot more tender than the pork katsu. I think chicken is the move here. The rice to curry to meat ratio was perfect because I didn't end up with extra rice or extra sauce. The plate also came with a pickled plum paste (I am guessing), which was nice. The menu is a little on the pricier end, but I would say that Dela Curo Curry is worth a try, albeit not life changing.

    Waiyi C.

    Ordered to go and I really nice the to go box. it separated the curry and rice. The fried pork chop was crispy. Staff is friendly but the cook time was a little bit long. The store is located in a food court.

    Fruit Sando
    Patrick S.

    Dela Curo Curry specializes in Japanese curry that is good but left me wanting more. Located in Swan's Market, Dela Curo Curry is one of many shops in a food hall. However, it recently benefited by getting a mention in the Michelin guide as a restaurant to visit in Oakland! As mentioned earlier, they are known for their Japanese curry which has a black color to it that is a little more thick in texture because of the dark roux-sauce that is used to prepare it. I appreciated that it had a deeper umami flavor. I did have it with the omelete and pork tonkatsu which were both well cooked. However, there was definitely something missing. Perhaps it was a bit more vegetable pieces or dressing on the side salad? I could understand that maybe they didn't want to detract from the flavor of the curry, but something extra in this regard would have been helpful. There was also a lot of mentions for the fruit sando which was basically a cream filled sandwich with fruit. I really enjoyed the cream which was a light fluffy texture that was perfect against the fruit. However, the bread felt a little rubbery to me especially at the end pieces. Therefore, I was overall just okay with it. The service was pretty great. We came by as they were finishing up and so they offered to pack us up a few samples of their egg sando (also pretty good except for the bread). In terms of parking, it can be difficult depending on the time of day. If you are lucky you will find street parking! Overall, while there was a lot to appreciate at Dela Curo Curry, it just misses the mark in terms of being amazing...

    Spicy fried chicken curry
    Amber N.

    Spicy fried chicken curry- Perfectly crispy chicken with just the right amount of heat that is spicy without taking away from the flavor. I've never had black curry before and this made me want more. Loved the side of cabbage that gave a nice refreshing balance to the meal.

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    Ed U.

    Just so you know, I'm not that sophisticated when it comes to my relationship with curry. My mom made it for us when her cupboard was running bare of Kraft Macaroni & Cheese and Tuna Helper. She'd make curry with carrots and potatoes over rice with packets of S&B Golden Curry because that's what everybody from Japan ate. That's why I always expect curry to have that golden brown color. My okasan wouldn't steer me wrong, would she? Chef-owner Chikara Ono shatters convention with a unique black Japanese curry, a glossy, beef-based sauce that results from caramelizing each of the ingredients individually. It was quite a dramatic sight on Jamie W.'s and my white plates. We chose different protein accompaniments. Jamie ordered the $15.50 Fried Chicken Curry (photo: https://bit.ly/31CFcIF), while I went for the $16 Katsu Curry with breaded Berkshire pork cutlet (photo: https://bit.ly/3pv90ix). Both came with shredded cabbage and shibazuke pickled vegetables. Our verdict was that the curry was delicious and the meaty portions were quite generous. I do need to try the $14 Omurice Curry because they're known for their Japanese-style omelettes. Next time. What couldn't wait until next time was our late-breaking decision to share the $5 Fruit Sundo, their other specialty - fruit and whipped cream between slices of milk bread (photo: https://bit.ly/3xZVTd1). Not too sweet and a fitting dessert. The tables were appropriately spaced at Swan's Market. We'll be back for more, Ono-san. FOOD - 4 stars...meaty rice plates with glossy black curry AMBIANCE - 4 stars...Swan's Market has effectively been set up for distancing SERVICE - 4.5 stars...conscientious TOTAL - 4 stars...I like my curry just like my coffee now RELATED - Exploring Oakland? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/2ObVcpQ

    Onion Rings- $4!
    Sammy T.

    A whiff of this took me IMMEDIATELY back to Tokyo underground eateries. It is as authentic as it gets when it comes to flavor, smell, texture, the whole deal. I only docked 1 point off because I wish it came with a bit more cabbage but otherwise, I have zero complaints. It was also very interesting to try black curry. I've never had it before (only the traditional japanese ones) and I would say that the flavor is slightly stronger, a litttttle smokey, and definitely all around amazing. If you asked me what type of japanese curry I'd prefer, I'd be a happy camper with either :). I got the tonkatsu curry and thought it was really filling, fresh, and delicious. I also got the onion rings which I thought were really tasty and a good portion for the price. The sour cream dip on the side literally made me feel like I was having sour cream and onion chips haha. If it's a cold rainy day and it's been one of those long ones, I would 200% think of getting this. P.S. I also appreciated the takeout container and it's own unique spot for curry (as oppose to a separate container for that).

    Fried Mochi dessert
    Lisa K.

    I came after seeing much hype about their deep dark curry, and maybe because I came with such high hopes, I wasn't as blown away as I thought I would be. I really need to walk into things with zero expectations. My partner and I being naruto fans immediately compared the curry to Rock Lee's curry of life and we were amazed at how dark brown it was. We normally make our Japanese curry using the store bought cubes and have always had a golden brown color. I don't know if I imagined it but I tasted a hint of chocolate. Don't get me wrong, the curry was yummy and definitely hit the spot. We both agreed the fried shrimp was better than the fried chicken. The show stealer was the dessert. It's not that sweet, which we liked. If I'm back in the area, I would definitely want to try other dishes. Maybe their omurice curry!

    Vegetable curry
    Sydney J.

    I came to Swan's Market to have dinner with a friend and decided to get the vegetable curry from Dela Curo. The curry is actually quite dark, rich, and strong (maybe a little stronger than my taste) which I feel is a more distinctive quality compared to other places I've bought Japanese curry from, and I like the array of savory vegetables that they provided with it. I just wish the quantity was a little bit larger but otherwise decent food, and there's outdoor and indoor tables at Swan's Market if you want to eat there.

    Inside seating
    Victor G.

    Sundo is open along with Dela Curo. replaced D-dama. there's presently only 1 item on the menu for Sundo: "Fruit Sando" (5) unless one wants wine, juice, water, or sake with it. eats: Fruit Sundo (5) -the bread was chewy, not fluffing the strawberry and grapes were fresh. -the whipped cream was the high light. -premade slightly refrigerated sandwich was a slight turn off. 4.5 stars- room temperature fluffy bread would be the best, this came close.

    Sherri W.

    Their Katsu dishes are well worth the money bc it can food 2 petite ladies easily. The black curry has a slight sweet taste with a mild spiciness to it. The chicken Katsu was fried to a beautiful crisp & may not have been marinated so with the sauce it paired perfectly. While I heard the Fruit Sando was a must try item, I thought I'd order that. With the fresh cream layered between fresh grapes & strawberries my 1st bite reminded me of the Asian birthday cake that you don't need a fork to eat with. The Fruit Sando was fresh & my curiosity fulfilled, so I don't think I would order it again. Parking can be hard, but with Covid lurking around I think fewer people are out & about these days, so I didn't have a problem. For a different kind of Curry, Dela Curo Curry can certainly fulfill that need.

    Ken D.

    Located in the Swan's Market Food Court, Dela Curo Curry was featured on KQED's "Check Please, You Gotta Try This", so I was excited to try it. When I think about Curry, I think comfort food on a cool day. The hot, steamy curry sauce over a fresh bed of rice to warm your tummy. This was not that experience. My friend and I decided to split the omu curry and the tonkatsu curry. When my dish came out, I took my first bite only to realize that the sauce was luke warm. What a disappointment. There was no steam rising and it kind of ruined it for me. The flavor was good and the tonkatsu was crispy and tasty, but that's about it. From the photos I saw it looked like portion sizes were good (8 or 9 pieces) but mine came with much less. The omu was okay, nothing you home about. Again, it was probably because it wasn't hot. Also, I'm not sure if the cabbage there was just for garnish or if it's supposed to be mixed into the curry, but it had absolutely no flavor. For these two dishes and for what we got I would expect to be paying $14 and $16. Maybe $8 or $10 would be more appropriate. We ordered a fruit sando for dessert and yet another disappointment. The bread was thick and dry like it had been sitting uncovered all day. We decided to go somewhere else and get a real desert. Overall, this place is located in a great area to meet up with friends for dinner, but I did not live up to any expectations. Perhaps there's still some quality control that needs to happen. I'll keep watching how others review it and maybe give it another try in the future.

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    Love this curry, very unique and so good, I wish it could have expanded hours! It's delicious

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    Is your curry Dairy-free? I'm lactose intolerant and I'm looking for non-dairy options.

    Yes, it is. Where have you ever seen curry with dairy? That's just weird.

    Is the curry sauce gluten free?

    No, the curry dishes are not gluten free. The green salad with dressing and the egg salad itself from the egg salad sando (without the bread) are gluten free.

    Do they still offer the vegetarian curry?

    Dela Curo has the veggie curry on their online menu.

    Dose your curry contain peanuts? I'm very allergic...

    Please be aware that your question was forwarded to yelpers who have rated the restaurant but probably do not know the complete list of ingredients. You should only accept an answer from a cook or manager of the restaurant who can tell you what all… 

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    We haven't been to the Public Market in Emeryville in what seems like forever, so wow, super…read moreexciting to see a few new restaurant stalls like Demiya. First timers, and kiddo approved! We ordered the Tonkatsu Curry Rice ($17), the Omurice ($20), and a side of the Corn Butter Cheese ($6). Everything was so comforting on a Sunday. The deep-fried pork cutlet was clean, thick, and super juicy, the curry was flavorful, the corn cheese was adored by our toddler, and wow..the Omurice..would order again! Essentially the Omurice is a Japanese omelet rice (tomato-based chicken fried rice wrapped with scrambled eggs). The sauce was sweet and also came with slices of hot dog inside. Yum! Would love to come back and try the Katsu Burger, Mapo Nasu Curry Rice, any of the Curry Doria, and Katsu Sandwich. Order straight from kiosk, grab a pager that alerts you when food is ready for pickup, and friendly/turn-key service. Next to Demiya there is a Photo Booth for the Public Market that's fun to do (I think it's around $2) while waiting. Public parking lot can be found across the street from the market. Complimentary water offered too :)

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