Davey Freeman

The best Japanese curry in the south bay area. I recommend adding the steamed vegetables, and "hot" is a mild spicy if you want to add a little kick. However, it is very popular, so expect 1 hour or more to wait in line to order and then for your or your to be cooked. Also, good luck getting seating to eat there if you can.

Scott L

Demiya – A Casual Spot for Japanese Curry Lovers in San Jose Tucked into a modest storefront in San Jose, Demiya is a popular local curry house known for its Japanese-style curry rice, udon noodles, donburi, and teishoku sets. While the shop has built a strong following, especially for takeout, the dine-in experience is more of a casual, fast-food format than a full-service restaurant. The dining space is compact, with wooden two-person tables that can be pushed together for small groups, but the layout isn’t ideal for larger gatherings. The décor is minimal but thoughtful—featuring Japanese artwork, a teapot or two, and a few playful touches like Hello Kitty plush toys. Demiya’s menu offers a wide range of protein options including tonkatsu, chicken katsu, karaage, menchi (ground meat cutlet), tofu, nasu (eggplant), beef shabu, croquettes, and ebi (shrimp). A spicy level could be chosen with the curry option. I believe the curry rice with the fried protein could be high in calories. You can customize your meal further with toppings like mushrooms, veggies, omelet, egg, and sausage. While the variety is impressive, the prices run high considering the dishes are relatively simple and home-style in nature. Ordering is done at the counter, and food is picked up once your name is called. Self-service water is available, and the dine-in staff presence is minimal—likely due to the team’s focus on prepping a steady stream of to-go orders. During lunch hours, even on weekdays, be prepared for a short wait in line. If you're looking for quick, customizable Japanese comfort food, Demiya delivers on flavor and variety, though not necessarily on atmosphere or service. Best suited for a solo visit or casual lunch, especially if you're a fan of Japanese curry done right.

+9

Amy

This is a must try spot for Japanese curry in the South Bay. It’s a classic for a weeknight or even weekend meal. The rich savory curry sauce paired with crispy battered chicken and a side of white rice 👌. The chicken katsu /tonkatsu breading was not too thick and doughy while the meat was juicy and tender. The pickles on the side and spicy level (can be adjusted) adds to the dish depth and texture. Such a humbling meal yet it hits the spot every time!

Grace Lee

Order and pay upfront at the counter, then grab a seat. They’ll call your order# and you can collect your meal. Simple and efficient all by yourself. Tried the tonkatsu curry rice and chicken curry rice, both tasty. Meat is thick and tender, coating’s crispy but not oily though the curry sauces sure to be on the salty side, so dipping is not as carefree as I’d like. Still it’s nod bad for a quick bite when you’re specifically craving for a Japanese curry dish (eg rice, udon).

Bryan Yoz

Tonkatsu Curry tasted great. The thick cut fried pork tasted very tender. You will need to place the order and pay at the front desk; there is no waiter to serve. Almost everything is taken care by yourself, such as getting the water, receiving the food orders at the front desk, removing the tray and plates/bowls to the collection shelf in the back, etc. Also, it took quite a while to receive the order.

+22

Kimberly Iwamoto

For Japanese curry place , still thinking Demiya is better than other 3 around South Bay . Curry is light but flavorful and smooth. Tonkatsu is outside crispy , inside is juicy , they did so perfectly! You ordered at front , and pick up at front and clean table by yourself .

Sangwon Jeong

4.0 - Not quite special a curry, but the fried hamburger was novel. They did not really mix well, but I had fun eating them. Service was nice, people were waiting.

Tammy Liu

Only to go packaging, but you are allowed to seat inside to eat. The fried chicken and pork both were fried well, still somewhat tender. The curry sauce was tasty. Didn't provide some of the condiments that typically come with curry, such as marinated daikon.

Elaine Wang

Wow the curry here is amazing. I got the chicken katsu curry and the chicken was so tender and juicy. The panko breading was perfectly crisp I was extremely impressed. A lot of places have really dry chicken katsu. The chicken karaage here was also amazing. Super tender and the dipping sauce was super yummy. Definitely get the sunny side up egg on your curry if you can spare the extra 2 dollars.

+3

Lu Yao

I think if you like curry that’s thinner and a bit less strong in flavor, this would be the right place for you. However, I like curries that are thicker and much more intense. Also, the karaage and katsu are lacking in flavor. Although the fry on the katsu is perfect. The staff are fantastic, and the space is clean and neat. Good place for meeting up with a friend.

N M

This was the most disappointing dining experiences we’ve had in the Bay Area. We waited more than 40 minutes to be served at a less crowded restaurant. The rice omelet was particularly poor: the rice tasted bad and had a soggy, watery texture that made it unpleasant to eat. What was most frustrating was the response from the staff. When we shared our feedback, neither the server nor the chef showed any effort to acknowledge or address our concerns. Although the restaurant claims to offer “Japanese-style” cuisine, we could not find any elements that reflected the quality or care typically associated with Japanese food. Unfortunately, this is not a place we would choose to return to.