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POKOTABI / Delicious detours

Hot Spoon

カレー専門店 Hot Spoon 西新宿店

At this curry specialist in Nishi-Shinjuku, beef tendon is simmered for 8 hours, with options to customise the heat, rice and toppings. Choose a version with vegetables or cheese, then finish with chai.

〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome−12−7 アベビル 2F
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01 / ABOUT THE PLACE

About this place

The signature “8-Hour Slow-Braised Beef Tendon Curry” is the standard choice for anyone drawn to a dish centred on beef tendon. Diners have described generous chunks that soften and break apart easily. Some recall it arriving bubbling in a small pot, with the rice and curry served separately. That style makes a strong impression, whether you like to add the piping-hot curry to your rice a little at a time or simply want it to stay warm as you eat.

Diners report that you can choose your preferred level of heat, which changes the character of the same beef tendon curry. One found level 3 distinctly spicy, while another enjoyed level 2. For a milder-feeling combination, you could pair the braised tendon with a soft-boiled egg or cheese. One diner who chose the egg recalled how its mellow richness softened the spice, while the vegetables added a touch of sweetness.

For vegetables alongside the tendon, there is a “Vegetable and Beef Tendon Curry”. The richer-finish range also includes versions with vegetables or cheese, as well as one topped with tonkatsu, or Japanese pork cutlet. Diners who ordered the vegetable version praised the generous pieces of vegetables and beef tendon in one dish; one also enjoyed balancing the heat with a soft-boiled egg. A visitor reported being able to choose between white rice and multigrain rice, and the rice type and portion can help you tailor the meal to your appetite.

For a drink after the curry, try the house-made milk-tea chai, available hot or iced and described as fragrant with spices. Those who would like a beer with their meal can also choose a small bottle of Heartland. Counter seating makes the restaurant suitable for solo dining, and beef tendon curry can be customised with different levels of heat and toppings for lunch or dinner.

03 / TAKE A LOOK AROUND

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11 venue and food photos

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Food and drinks

  • Alcohol Served
  • Beer available
  • Lunch menu available
  • Dinner menu available

Dining & takeaway

  • Delivery available
  • Takeout available
  • Dine-in

Seating & Facilities

  • Seating available
  • Table service available
  • Restrooms available

Also great for

  • Featured for lunch
  • Featured for dinner
  • Great for solo dining
  • Casual

Reservations

  • Reservations not accepted

Payment

  • PayPay accepted
  • au PAY not accepted
  • d-barai not accepted
  • V-Money not accepted
  • Rakuten Pay not accepted
  • Transit IC cards not accepted

Entrance & mobility access

  • No wheelchair-accessible restroom
  • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • No wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Entrance is not wheelchair accessible
  • No hearing loop

Other information

  • Counter Seating Dining

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04 / YOUR NEXT STOP

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〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome−12−7 アベビル 2F

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Opening hours

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Approximate hours based on listed information, in Japan Standard Time (JST)

MondayToday11:00–23:00
Tuesday11:00–23:00
Wednesday11:00–23:00
Thursday11:00–23:00
Friday11:00–23:00
Saturday11:00–23:00
Sunday11:00–23:00
〒160-0023 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Nishishinjuku, 1 Chome−12−7 アベビル 2FOpen in Google Maps

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Good to know before you visit.

How much is the standard beef tendon curry?

The standard “8-Hour Slow-Braised Beef Tendon Curry” costs ¥1,120.

Are there curries with a choice of toppings or ingredients?

The “Choose 3 Toppings” option costs ¥280; choose 3 items from a selection of 8, including boiled cabbage and sautéed spinach. For a generous serving of vegetables, there is also the “Curry with a Day's Worth of Vegetables” (¥1,290).

Can I dine in? Is there counter seating?

Dine-in is available, with tables and counter seats.

Is takeaway or delivery available?

Takeaway and delivery are both available.

Can I make a reservation?

Reservations are not accepted.

What are the opening hours and accepted payment methods?

Open daily from 11:00 to 23:00. PayPay is accepted; au PAY, d-barai, V Money, Rakuten Pay and transport IC cards are not accepted.