Photo credit: South Park Asakusa - Taste of Kerala
South Park - Taste of Kerala
Indian
“Homely Kerala cooking, run by three women from Kerala, in Asakusa”
South Park - Taste of Kerala is a South Indian restaurant in Asakusa, Taito City, Tokyo. It serves traditional home-style Kerala dishes based on recipes from the owners' families and hometown. The menu covers vegetarian and non-vegetarian food, and the restaurant is open for both lunch and dinner Tuesday to Sunday.
- Friends
- Groups & parties
- Date night
- Families
- Drinks
- First-timers
Something extra
Why it’s worth the trip
Three owners from Kerala
The restaurant is owned by three women originally from Kerala who have lived in Japan for more than 15 years. They say they want to bring recipes passed down by grandmothers and aunts to Japan.
Regional Kerala recipes
The restaurant explains that Kerala dishes vary by region, using the meen chatty fish curry as an example. It says it takes care to preserve traditional cooking methods and to choose its spices and ingredients carefully.
Open lunch and dinner
Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11:30–14:30 and 17:30–22:30. The restaurant also mentions party dining and weekend and seasonal specials.
On the menu
Dishes to look for
Chicken 65
¥1,050チキン65
Kerala-style deep-fried chicken, listed under non-veg starters.
Shappu Beef Fry
¥1,490シャップ・ビーフフライ
Beef cooked with Kerala spices and sautéed in coconut oil, described as a traditional toddy-shop beef fry.
Beef Pepper Peralan
¥1,390ビーフ・ペッパー・ペララン
Beef roasted in pepper masala, described as a South Park special.
Fish Fry (Meen Porichathu)
¥1,290フィッシュフライ(ミーン・ポリチャトゥ)
Fish deep-fried with the restaurant's signature masala and served on a banana leaf.
Tandoori Chicken (2P)
¥850タンドリーチキン(2ピース)
Chicken marinated in lemon, yogurt and aromatic spices.
Chicken Chukka
¥1,050チキン・チュッカ
Small chicken cubes marinated in tomato-chili masala, deep fried and sautéed with spices.
💡 Tips before you go
- Open Tuesday to Sunday, 11:30–14:30 and 17:30–22:30. The restaurant is not listed as open on Mondays.
- Phone: 03-6802-8484. Contact the restaurant for party plans or reservations.
- The Ojima branch closed on October 23, 2023. This page covers the Asakusa location.
- Check the restaurant's announcements for weekend and seasonal specials.
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours?
Tuesday to Sunday, 11:30–14:30 and 17:30–22:30. No Monday hours are listed.
What kind of food does South Park serve?
Traditional home-style Kerala cooking from South India, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes.
Can I use it for a party?
The restaurant says it suits both large dinner parties and intimate dinners. Contact them directly for details.
How do I contact the restaurant?
Call 03-6802-8484 or email info@south-park.jp.
Curry Navi wrote this guide from the restaurant’s own information and listing data. Please confirm details with the restaurant. Sources: Official website ↗ · OpenStreetMap ↗
Good to know
- ✓ Reservations
- ✓ Dine in
- ✓ Delivery
- ✓ Family friendly
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🕒 Opening hours
- Tue: 11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:30
- Wed: 11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:30
- Thu: 11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:30
- Fri: 11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:30
- Sat: 11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:30
- Sun: 11:30–14:30, 17:30–22:30
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- 🅿 Parking
- Available