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Volcano Curry of Japan

Japanese Curry Restaurant$$$$

Inner Richmond, San Francisco

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Ranked #2 for katsu in San Francisco
"Get the ginger pork curry or the chicken Katsu sandwich."(14 Tips)
"I always get the chicken katsu curry: HOT."(7 Tips)
"always add a potato croquette and eggplant - yum!"(4 Tips)
"My favorite is the tomato pork curry with brown rice."(3 Tips)

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Ant NguyenMarch 2, 2012
Probably the best Japanese curry in SF. But beware: The Volcano spicy level of curry is HOT. Not like, white people hot (not racist) but Asian people HOT (like fresh jalapeños are for everyday snacks)
Johnny AppleseedOctober 1, 2015
The curry is quick and delicious for a great takeout meal. What's great about Volcano Curry is that you can come here and eat anytime between lunch and dinner! A great stop for quick Japanese curry!
David MoriniMay 30, 2012
Been here 50+ times
Volcano is so, so delicious. I'd eat here everyday if I could. I always get the chicken katsu curry: HOT. It's comfort food. The service is great too! Tip your curry-clerk!
Ellen McGrodyAugust 4, 2015
Totally incredible. Great service and even better food. Chicken katsu is super crispy and the rice is sticky and good and the CURRY. Oh man. That volcano spice, it's wonderful. Grab a Calpico.
Bennett W WongJanuary 31, 2021
Chicken Katsu Curry with Rice and Vegetables- simply one delicious meal. Allergen Warning: there may be traces of peanut and wheat.
Gaby SchneiderSeptember 24, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The menu photos show a lot of the dishes with extra toppings—be warned that these aren't automatically included (so if you want e.g. beef curry with jalepeños you still have to ask for the jalepeños).
K2May 26, 2018
Mild is spicy enough for me. Very soft beef and tasty brown rice👍👍
Christian FengFebruary 3, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Go to Curry fix. Pork Kate's curry add Calamari.
fartz smellerFebruary 28, 2015
Absolutely delicious. Get the ginger pork curry or the chicken Katsu sandwich. It is the stuff of legendary days.
LanApril 8, 2015
Been here 5+ times
My go to for chicken katsu curry. Potato croquette so fluffy!
Mike MehielMarch 19, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Hamburger steak, chicken katsu curry, and potato croquettes are all amazing.
Mathew HerrickFebruary 10, 2014
Absolutely delicious. Try the ginger pork curry and/or the chicken Katsu sandwich. #omnomnom
Chinarut RuangchotvitJune 18, 2019
E-Z Original volcano spicy is fire 🔥 awesome deal for veggie folks!
Curtis ShoungApril 27, 2018
Been here 5+ times
The katsu sandwich is pretty darn tasty and massive to boot.
Trevor HartsellMarch 24, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Pretty good, fairly sweet curry. I'm still seeking the dark, rich curry I enjoyed so much in Japan.
L TApril 16, 2017
Medium curry was great. Big portions. Really delicious
Jeff CostelloMarch 29, 2012
Been here 10+ times
There's a secret level-5 level of hotness. Try it if you dare.
chunyanNovember 3, 2019
I like the mushroom spinach curry, spicy level hot
Chris SFebruary 13, 2015
Not bad and not great. I wouldn't make a trip to eat here but if you're in the area give it a try. Heads up: the fish side is just a big fish stick.
Justin HallJuly 30, 2013
Tonkatsu curry was dank. Go with volcano curry if you're not a pussy.
Mike 🐈 SkalnikFebruary 26, 2018
Been here 5+ times
Best Japanese curry in SF
Nancy TranJuly 6, 2015
Tonkatsu curry and beef curry are very good.
Amanda VergelOctober 14, 2011
Been here 5+ times
I could eat everything here. My favorite is the tomato pork curry with brown rice.
Q MDecember 16, 2011
the Chicken Katsu sandwiches are bomb! also get the calamari topping!
Nino EAugust 14, 2014
Japanese curry a little better than what you'd make at home.
Krakatau BataviaApril 21, 2013
Steak curry the best + volcano
Paul AAugust 5, 2011
Get the chicken curry with potato croquettes: "volcano" syle is really hot!!
James TJuly 9, 2016
Tons of curry toppings
Chris SmithNovember 12, 2016
Chicken Katsu Curry 😍
Jeff WangOctober 20, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the tomato chicken curry extra spicy...you won't regret it!
Leanna YeApril 11, 2014
Veggies portion are a little skimpy now than before
Scott HSeptember 2, 2014
The chicken katsu sandwich is great!
Thomas MoyerDecember 31, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Volcano curry can get really spicy but good
Brandon CruzFebruary 2, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Chicken Katsu Curry w/ calamari or a boiled egg!
Jerry WongJanuary 4, 2014
The katsu is awesome...add spinach to it
SougataFebruary 19, 2012
Street parking is nightmare, look for garage on 17th ave. good for ppl watching outside.
David LyMarch 29, 2012
Been here 5+ times
There's a secret spiciness level: Double Volcano. Fitting description indeed...
Candice DayoanJuly 8, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Closest thing I've found in SF to CoCo Curry House.
Ben ConeyApril 26, 2012
Chicken Katsu sandwich add siracha= best lunch ever
Stacey LeeDecember 26, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Chicken katsu sandwich & all the various curry combos
Jeffrey ChiangFebruary 16, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Remember to stamp your card. 3 stamps = free topping. 12 stamps = free curry.
Huong DuongMarch 2, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Great service compared to other Asian places!
JonesOctober 22, 2016
Not much flavor to the curry. Service was good,
LianuhAugust 17, 2011
chicken katsu curry with a croquette on the side
James TJuly 9, 2016
Mini sandwiches > Regular sandwiches
Melissa DagdaganDecember 11, 2011
Been here 10+ times
If volcano isn't hot enough for you, have them do a double volcano. I wanted to die!
Mei ChinAugust 22, 2009
Don't think the food is worth it.. it's easier to buy a packet of Japanese curry and make it at home for tastier food
JimmyJanuary 18, 2012
Been here 25+ times
The spam katsu is pretty flavorful.
JimmyFebruary 8, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Delicious curry here, get it spicy for maximum taste.
gary luAugust 30, 2010
New topping item: calamari. Totally worth the $1.50.

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