Must-Try Japanese Curry Katsu in Calgary! ππ₯
Discovered this hidden gem SHIMIZU KITCHEN through word-of-mouth - don't let its modest appearance fool you, the 4.8β Google rating speaks volumes! πLocation: 1918 37 St SW π ΏοΈ Parking: Limited street/metered spots (come early) Signature Dishes π Curry Katsu Don π°18.5 β€ Perfectly crispy panko crust with satisfying crunch β€ Thick-cut pork loin so juicy it bursts! β€ Rich Japanese curry sauce - rice thief alert! β€ So good we ordered takeout for later! π Tantan Men π°16 β€ Japanese twist with nutty sesame broth β€ Medium spice level, springy noodles Other Highlights π Salmon Appetizer π°14 β€ Unique house sauce - sweet & tangy π¦ Complimentary Ice Cream β€ Surprisingly creamy and delicious! Skip These π₯ Gyoza π°8 β€ Generic frozen quality (Save room for mains!) Final Verdict β Top 3 katsu in Calgary β Great value (~$30/person) β Cozy mom-and-pop vibe β Small space - dinner reservations recommended Pro tip: Their lunch specials are wallet-friendly! Who's joining me for seconds? #YYCFoodie #JapaneseFood #CurryKatsu #CalgaryEats #ABFood