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    Zen Curry Express

    4.2 (461 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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

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    Karaage Curry & Chicken Katsu Curry
    Kim N.

    This is a fast casual restaurant where you order at the counter and then sit down. They bring the food to you, but you do clean up after yourself. The staff was friendly and we ordered two different chicken curries to try. My favorite was the karaage chicken as it was more juicy and flavorful. The traditional Katsu curry with a little dry. Portion size is good and we did have leftovers for the next day.

    First time here
    Joe P.

    I love this place. Reminds me of Curry House in Hawaii. Curry, rice and oysters, my fave. 7 on spice level... yum. Good customer service and clean restaurant. 5 Stars.

    Pork Katsu Curry
    Vincent G.

    My solid go to spot for fast Japanese curry. Staff here is always friendly and the food always comes out hot and fast. The inside has a moderate amount of seating and they keep it clean. It is a bit weird, however, having to go to refill my own water from the water machine so often since the provided water cups are pretty small.

    Awesome spot for a quick and delicious bite. Price/portions/service all great
    Justin V.

    Awesome spot for a quick and delicious meal. Price/portions/service all great and to beat

    Nancy S.

    If you're a fan of curry, you definitely have to check this place out. I love that they had so many different protein options for the curry. I got the calamari and it was fantastic! My husband got the Japanese meatloaf and that one was also delicious. The meatloaf was super tender and tasty. Be aware of their spice levels! They're a little spicier than average. I got a 3 and it was perfect for me but anything more would have been too much (for what I can handle!) The service was good and the girl who helped us was very friendly.

    2. Chicken Katsu Curry, spice level 2
    Clarisa P.

    I found Zen Curry on Yelp when I was missing my favorite Japanese Curry shop back home. I decided to go solo to treat myself to a chicken katsu plate and takoyaki. The restaurant itself feels mom and pop, nothing too fancy about it. Understandably, as it's an express restaurant and people are constantly ordering takeout. I decided to dine in for a full experience and ended up not being the only one in the restaurant. This a place where you serve yourself water from the water dispenser and put your plates away in a tray at the end of your meal. The only thing I didn't enjoy about my experience is the music get blasted here and the employees get loud. Again, understandable since most orders are takeout. I ended up putting my AirPods in and listening to a podcast. More importantly, the food here is pretty good. The curry plate was presented plain and simple. Curry to the side, with the katsu on top of rice. It was a big portion, but I came hungry and finished the whole thing. The takoyaki was made perfectly. The flavors, textures, and presentation were satisfying. I scarfed everything down. Next time I order from here, I'd prefer to takeout. I hope that doesn't compromise freshness or quality of food!

    Pork Katsu Curry
    Debbie P.

    DELICIOUS and very authentic tasting. I added cheese and corn to my curry plate. I also ordered a side of fried gyoza and naan bread. I love how on the menu they tell you all the spices that go into their curry I thought that was really cool. The staff is always very nice when we go, and one of the waiters recommended some of the new tasty drinks they have and I'm so glad he did because they were awesome! The prices are extremely reasonable, I was surprised at how low the bill was for 2 people with sides and drinks.

    Pork Katsu Curry
    Luke H.

    I ate a pork Katsu curry with brown rice. I felt the owners devotion and love to all humanity. Food is love ! I recommend you this great Japanese curry.

    Chicken Katsu Curry
    Sabrina U.

    Always consistently great and affordable food. This is their take-out location so the interior decor isn't as fancy as the Spring Mountain location, but the service is still friendly and fast. Will keep coming back!

    Tofu Katsu $4
    Teri C.

    To be honest, we kind of forgot about Zen Curry Express when they opened in the Southwest. We would see them and know they were always there, but it wasn't on our radar much. During covid, we did a few pick up orders and was reminded of how comforting their food was. And as a result, we started putting them back into our rotation. The pork tonkatsu curry ($12.95) is just good and comforting. And the amount of curry is generous. We always have leftovers and I love having plenty of sauce. We usually get about 2-3 orders for our little party of four. I also started added the tofu katsu ($4) as a side because I love tofu and the crunch is so satisfying. If you want any spice, it's an added cost. And they don't always give you the red pickles so be sure to ask for them. It makes great leftovers too, especially if you have an air fryer. Sure, the restaurant setting isn't fancy and it's very casual. (You order at the counter and take a seat after all.) So, as long as you know what you're there for, which is the curry, you'll be content.

    Pork Katsu curry with potato croquette
    Grace C.

    It was my first time at this location, and it was okay. I'm not sure if it was the interior (peeling paint, damaged moldings) but it didn't have the same ambience as the Spring Mountain or North Las Vegas locations. The food was good but my pork cutlet was a bit dry. I really liked the texture of the potato croquette. My friend had the chicken katsy with sausage and cheese and loved hers! For both of us plus canned green teas it was about $45.

    3. Pork Katsu w/ side of corn n spice level .1

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    Always consistent and efficient. Perfectly cooked katsu and curry. Quality water machine. Top choice for fast food spots.

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    Loved it went last week about to go back curry was similar to cocoichbanya , place was nice service was great

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    Ask the Community - Zen Curry Express

    I try to avoid dairy at times, so I'm curious if the curry contains any dairy?

    Yes, there is some dairy in the curry. Thanks, Akira

    Is the curry vegetarian or does it contain animal stock or flavoring?

    The Curry sauce itself does not contain animal stock or flavoring. Vegetarian can eat it. You can order vegetable curry or spinach curry.

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    Katsu Ya Ton Ton

    Katsu Ya Ton Ton

    4.7(1.1k reviews)
    2.2 miSouthwest
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    My brother and I lucked out and beat the rush by arriving late afternoon on a Tuesday. Incredible…read morefood, service and experience. Parking was in a shared lot, again no issues due to day/time we arrived. Since I was recently in Japan, I noticed the ambiance is on point We ordered the Jumbo Scallop Katsu and Pumpkin Katsu appetizer and were off to a great start. Both were tasty and perfectly cooked. The scallops were so good, we ordered a 2nd round. We shared the Kuro-Buta Pork Loin Katsu Set and were blown away . Tender, juicy, tasty, and oh soooo crispy. A couple of items of note. They will get you more shredded cabbage on request, excellent with the dressing provided. You get to make your own katsu sauce which was fun and a great way to engage the customer while waiting for your food. WARNING: Seating is limited, they DO NOT take reservations. Plan accordingly and be prepared to wait for excellent food.

    Hubby & I flew into Vegas on an early flight. We picked up our rental car and came straight here…read moretiming it perfectly as they opened for lunch at 11am. We arrived at 11:10am. Recently we returned from South Korea so I didn't want any meat like the black line pork or even chicken. Ordered: * The veggie katsu caught my eye - it was very good as all are coated with panko. Also came with the shredded cabbage. And the sesame seeds that you grind. * hubby got the katsu pork with the beaten egg. Almost like donburi. Served in a covered casserole dish. Our food came quickly. We both enjoyed our food. As we left an hour later the restaurant was filling up.

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    Ari Sushi & Izakaya - otoro, chutoro , bluefin tuna and saba

    Ari Sushi & Izakaya

    4.8(417 reviews)
    0.5 miSouthwest
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    Casual dining
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    You don't need to go to the Strip for Ari yeah!…read more Ari Sushi & Izakaya is a very well-Yelped restaurant in the southwest. I've particularly seen buddies post about it on Instagram a lot, and I finally made my way out there since I found that it aligned with my mom's food craving. I went for the Ari Ari Combo ($29.00). It started with a little bowl of balanced miso soup and a tiny side salad with fresh greens and a simple sesame dressing, and was followed by six thin but delicious sashimi slices and four basic but also solid-quality nigiri. I would be more than happy to come back try to more of their raw fish any time. If that doesn't sound like enough for lunch, I did share other food items. The Garlic Edamame ($7.00) felt a little less salted than I expected but was a good portion and had plenty of both a garlic sauce and crispy garlic slivers. I also helped out with a Bento with 3 items ($25.00): bulgogi, mixed tempura, and spicy tuna roll. The bulgogi was tender but not strongly marinated enough and the spicy tuna roll felt pretty standard, but I did really enjoy the shrimp tempura and the veggie tempura pieces which I tried. They were super hot and crispy while being cooked perfectly inside, and the sauce was perfect. The music was relaxing and not played at a very high volume. The restaurant is a little more dim than I'd like and could benefit from overhead narrow-angle lights, but maybe the food was just that good that the lighting wasn't so important. The server was happy to refill my complimentary water with lemon as often as needed, as well as to add more water to the Hot Green Tea ($4.00). I did try some of the tea, and it was potent and low in bitterness. I'm pleased to report that Ari Sushi really does offer delicious sushi, enough so that I'll probably have to make more trips from Henderson to try more of their menu. If you want high quality mid-price-range sushi that's not in an all you can eat format, this is a great place to look.

    Came here around 5pm for Happy hour on Tuesday. I was the only one here. They mainly had booths…read morethat fit 4 people & one table that was bigger for parties. There were a lot of things on the happy hour menu, so that was nice. I ordered 2 rolls off the happy hour menu; Dragon Roll (5/10) & Shrimp Tempura (5/10). I added cream cheese to the roll. Adding cream cheese was an additional $3. Overall experience was okay, the service was great! The quality was okay, I wouldn't mind trying the place out again but ordering other things off the menu.

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    Mr. Shota

    Mr. Shota

    4.5(2.2k reviews)
    2.1 miSouthwest
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    Mr Shota is our go-to AYCE sushi, all the staff here have always shown impeccable service. The food…read moreis always great, the garlic salmon and the prime galbi steak is really good. The music is not very loud, low enough to have a conversation without having to shout. Restrooms are always clean. Definitely recommend coming here. The ambience is nice. Great group seating, plenty of parking.

    recently stopped by Mr. Shota and was genuinely impressed from start to finish. This spot hits that…read moresweet balance between quality and value, especially if you catch their specials. First off, the nigiri deserves a shoutout--the fish-to-rice ratio was on point. Each piece had a generous cut of fresh fish without overwhelming the rice, which made every bite feel balanced and satisfying. You can tell they pay attention to the details. We also tried a few hot dishes, and they didn't disappoint. The karaage came out crispy on the outside and juicy inside, perfectly seasoned without being too heavy. The salmon steak was another standout--flavorful, tender, and cooked just right. Same goes for the beef short rib, which was rich, well-marinated, and fell apart with every bite. Service was just as solid as the food. Our server was attentive, friendly, and kept everything flowing smoothly without hovering--always a plus. What really makes this place stand out, though, is the value. Their weekday lunch special (until 4pm) is a great deal for the quality you're getting, and if you're out late, the $19 late-night special after 10pm is hard to beat. Overall, Mr. Shota is a spot I'd definitely come back to--whether it's for a casual lunch, a solid dinner, or a late-night bite. Great food, great service, and even better pricing.

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    Nana's Green Tea - Matcha vanilla swirl

    Nana's Green Tea

    4.2(398 reviews)
    1.5 mi
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    After having Nana's bookmarked for quite some time, I was super excited that my husband surprised…read moreme by taking me here for a little afternoon date today. Upon walking in, we were greeted by Frankie (I hope I spelled her name correctly). She was incredibly friendly and helped me choose between the 2 drinks I was hemming and hawing over. She's also the one that makes the croissants available - which are delicious btw. She also dropped a new (to me) fun fact when we were chatting about being lactose intolerant haha. For our afternoon treats, with Frankie's input, I ordered the Matcha Soft Served Latte w/ Chocolate Crunch (with oat milk to lessen the amount of dairy) in the regular size. The portion was massive and it was incredibly delicious. After taking a few bites of the soft serve on top, I mixed it all together and it was just so creamy with the vibrancy & umami flavors of matcha coming through nicely - the little bits of crunchy chocolate also worked so well in this drink. I also did have a Matcha Croissant which is filled with a matcha cream that's light & airy. Absolutely zero complaints about what I chose. Very enjoyable! My husband doesn't like matcha, so he opted for the Hojicha Float w/ Mochi and the Hojicha Cream Roll. Both were very good. He especially loved the big mochi balls in his drink and the dense center of the Hojicha Cream Roll. He was quite happy with what he chose too. Aside from the fantastic menu and quality drinks/pastries, this space was also beautifully decorated. We loved how much seating was available! Chairs were very comfortable and we noticed the booths all had ample outlet plugs, making this a great place to come work or study for a few hours. There are also two gender neutral restrooms on site which were nicely decorated and perfectly clean. My only (extremely minor) complaint is that I wish they had a self-serve water area. Perhaps there was one and I just didn't see it, but that would be a lovely addition. I will definitely be back again with my husband, friends, and maybe even by myself to get some work done! So happy to have finally tried Nana's; I'm hooked!

    Conveniently located cafe that has tasty drinks!…read more The interior of the store reminds me of the cafes that you see in LA -- ample seating space, high ceilings, and a large central shared table for big groups. The people working were really nice although order turnaround was a bit slow. That said, the biggest surprise has to be just how good their Egg Sando sandwich was. I've had many an Egg Sando and I'm not sure what it was, but theirs was REALLY good. 100% would come back to try their other drinks and after tasting their Egg Sando sandwich, their other food choices.

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