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    Demiya

    4.2 (277 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
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    Dogs allowed
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    Belen L.

    Beyond delicious food . This is what all food experiences should be like . I was absolutely BLOWN AWAY . I would jump in joy if I wasn't destroying my food . Amazing. The cooks 100000/10. Service was a bit slow and mixed up and missed a few things but he said they were understaffed . We've all been there , so no worries . He was SUPER kind and welcoming! Would definitely come again !! The whole place was clean and aesthetic. Simple . Lovely . Can't wait to come again !

    Tegone cheese Hamburg steak curry rice with a side salad and pickles!
    Janelle V.

    Demiya has been in bookmarks for a while now and I'm so glad that I was able to try it. As others have mentioned, it's pretty tucked away in a plaza and unbeknownst to some (myself included) there's actually parking closer to their entrance - so slightly away from Ace Hardware and Los Pericos. The menu is pretty extensive and since you have to scan a QR code to view once seated - if you're dining in, it can definitely feel like you're scrolling away. I ended up getting the hamburg steak that had cheese! And I got a level 2 spicy, which I felt like had a good kick to it and that built up over time. Also important to note if spice is on your mind, is it's my understanding their level system only goes from 1 to 3. I really enjoyed my hamburg steak and the cheese was oozing out of it when I first cut into it! Yum yum all around. The side salad was also super tasty and I don't know what that dressing was but I am down to try it again. My friend opted to get the chicken katsu curry rice at level one spicy and she said that it still had a good spice kick to it! I'd definitely come back to try more of their menu. Thanks again, Demiya! See you next time!

    Thuyvi M.

    Love Japanese curry so I was excited to find a spot near home that opened up. Its nestled in the corner in a plaza and there's parking in the main plaza or you can drive down the next driveway and a smaller lot next to it. You can miss it though. A few tables to dine in or take it Togo. One the menu: Chicken Katsu Curry Rice Potato Croquette Omurice All the dishes were really good and presentation was appealing. Freshly made and filling. Only thing is to add veggies it's an upcharge and you can't sub. I didn't need double rice and prefer to sub half rice and veggies but overall a good meal. The chicken katsu was made with chicken breast which we appreciated since we don't really like chicken thighs as some other places make their katsu. The employees are nice and friendly and I can't wait to go back and try other things on their menu.

    Tonkatsu udon
    Kaman L.

    This restaurant is located at the hidden corner of a wear down strip mall without a big sign. Once I stepped in the store, the interior gave me a homey feeling. I enjoyed Tonkatsu udon that I ordered. The tonkatsu is tender and juicy inside while the battered outside is just perfect. The udon is also perfect, not too soft or too hard. The order also comes with a fried egg and some veggies. The portion is perfect for one person. The servers here are friendly. I will definitely come back to try other items on the menu. When I left around 7 pm on a weekday, the place is full with dine in customers and lots of people coming in to pick up to go. Demiya seems like a hidden gem in this wear down strip mall.

    Tonkatsu curry rice (+2)
    Abbe W.

    Accidentally stumbled upon this place while searching for a place to celebrate my birthday. It's a small place with outdoor seating just around the corner. Their sign wasn't up when we visited the place so we had a hard time finding it until we saw a restaurant full of people. I thought to myself, this must be it. My daughter and I had the tonkatsu curry rice while my in law and her friend shared a beef shabu shabu curry rice. My dish had the +2 while the others had +1. My daughter said +1 was too spicy for her so she only ate half. I finished mine. It definitely had a good kick.

    Soft shell crab with curry rice  +$1 for pickles
    Elizabeth G.

    Hidden in at the very end of a small plaza. Demiya does not have a sign outside so it can be hard to find at first. Very small space inside, but there is outside seating as well. Came in on a Thursday at lunch time and there were plenty of seats. I was craving some good comfort food on this rainy day. Inside, you scan the QR code and order through their website. My friend and I both got the soft shell crab rice curry. I did add +1 spice to mine and it was just the right amount of spice for me. They give you plenty of curry and the overall portion is perfect enough to fill you up.

    Side salad
    Nina Z.

    Not bad! We had some trouble finding the place. It's hidden behind the Mexican restaurant, so would recommend parking in the plaza and then walking over. There is parking in the back area, but more limited. Seat yourselves, order via the QR code, and go up to the counter to pay at the end. I opted for the classic tonkotsu curry and a side salad. The mild spice level was plenty spicy in my opinion. The tonkotsu was meaty and has an even fried coating. The curry sauce itself was quite flavorful but a bit on the salty side, which is my only complaint. The side salad was fresh and I loved the citrusy dressing! Can see it getting hot by the windows on warmer days so would recommend sitting closer to the counter. On colder days, the curry will warm you right up!

    Kim l.

    We ordered takeout from this spot for dinner. Got a few tonkatsu curry, ebi, and buta doria. The level 1 spice was good. It had a nice kick and I could still taste the curry flavor. It was a bit liquid in consistency. The tonkatsu was nicely fried. The buta was cheesy and gooey. Good sausage creamy flavor. Very heavy. We were stuffed!

    Tori Curry Udon
    Faith C.

    The curry udon was good, but lacked a substantial amount of protein. I got the spicy Tori Curry Udon, which was simmered chicken with udon, spinach, carrots, and a sunny side up egg in curry broth. While there was a lot of broth, the chicken portion size was not generous. The udon only has one spice level (the rice has three) and I'd say it's about a 6-7/10 on the spice scale--not too intense. Staff is friendly. Space is cozy & small. Would eat here again, but I am not going out of my way to return.

    Samuel L.

    If you miss Japanese curry rice, you must check out this hidden gem in the city! This place doesn't have fancy décor, but honestly, the food speaks for itself. I ordered the Soft Shell Crab Katsu Curry Rice and was impressed right away -- the presentation looked great with two big soft shell crabs served on top. The crabs were hot and crispy on the outside, but tender and juicy inside -- clearly made fresh to order. The Japanese curry (I chose medium spicy) had just a mild kick, but the flavor was spot on. They give you a generous portion of curry sauce -- I even saw a few people taking extra sauce to go, which says a lot about how good it is! The friendly service made the experience even better -- staff were attentive and welcoming throughout. The environment is cozy and laid-back, and I'm definitely planning to come back to try more dishes. This spot is officially on my must-revisit list!

    Chicken Karaage
    Gene B.

    With hopes of trying Doria, it was not available when placing an order. Our visit was not a total waste. We ultimately ordered alternative items on the menu. First off, the curry is worth getting. Spice level 3 I personally enjoyed. The lady on the other hand says level 2 was spicy. It's subjective, but I personally don't think it's too spicy. It's just right. Tonkatsu over rice paired with the curry perfectly. Same goes for the Menchi Katsu as well. No regrets in adding Chicken Karaage! It was absolutely fulfilling. Worth mentioning (not a complaint) when opting for takeout a dollar charge will apply regardless the size of the order. Amex not accepted. Pleased with the food, but they forgot to include utensils, dressing on our salads, and nothing to compliment the karaage and may have been intended. Just feel the overall handoff could have been better. Great food no doubt, but missing the basics. An off day perhaps but will gladly return and try again.

    Teishoku katsu chicken
    Kim B.

    Outstanding service. We were treated when we entered and shown to a table. Our order was quickly taken and our food was served as though they knew what we wanted in advance. The waiter kept our water glasses full. The restruant is fairly small. There are about 20 tables inside and 4 outside. Everything seems clean. My only complaint would be the music is loud. The katsu chicken was flavorful and moist. The panko crust was crisp. The accompanying miso soup, cabbage salad, edamame and rice all seemed fresh and not overly seasoned. The mapo nasu curry rice was delicious. It was loaded with ground curry. The serving sizes were large. Great value for the price.

    Tonkatsu bento, mapo tofu
    Lindsey Y.

    Delicious and great portion at an affordable price! The tonkatsu bento is so worth it. The mapo tofu with rice is great. We got it mild which wasn't spicy.

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    Ask the Community - Demiya

    Is chicken breast used for the chicken katsu? My husband doesn't like dark meat.

    From what I saw I think it is chicken breast. It's a huge thick piece of chicken. That's why we order the shabu beef instead

    Do they serve beers, sake?

    Yes

    Is the Japanese curry made of vegetable of beef?

    The curry is not vegetarian-friendly. In fact, there are zero options here for vegetarians unless maybe you put together a side or two.

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