01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
When hunger calls for straightforward, unpretentious comfort around midday in Nerima-Kasugacho, pushing past the noren curtain at Maikoya hits the spot. Retaining the nostalgic atmosphere of a Showa-era public diner, the dining room centers around enduring classics like curry rice with its retro yellowish sauce, as well as katsu curry crowned with a freshly fried pork cutlet. Katsudon, featuring seasoned cutlets bound in eggs and dashi broth over rice, is another steady favorite; rice bowls and set meals come with comforting home-style sides such as miso soup and chilled tofu.
From Neighborhood Chinese Noodles to Daily Teishoku
Beyond rice dishes, the noodle and side selections are equally generous. A simple shoyu ramen topped with tender chashu, vegetable-loaded tanmen, crisp gyoza, and cold macaroni salad tossed with spaghetti-cut pasta each hold a rustic charm. The day's specials often appear on a whiteboard inside, offering pairings like ginger pork with fried chicken, simmered fish, or stir-fries for a meal tailored to the day's mood.
Weekday Lunch Hours and Visiting Practicalities
Service centers on weekday lunchtimes, and the restaurant may close early once the prepared rice or ingredients run out, making an earlier arrival wise. Inside, table seating fills quickly with local workers and solo diners. Payment is cash only, and a dedicated free parking lot is available right next door.
