Tabelog ratingHOPPERS (ホッパーズ) brings a modern, chef-driven approach to Sri Lankan cuisine to the financial district of Nihonbashi Kabutocho. The restaurant has built a strong following, particularly for its lunch service, which centres on a single, beautifully composed dish: the Rice & Curry plate. This features a mound of long-grain rice encircled by nine distinct, meticulously prepared side dishes and a whole dried sardine, with your choice of main curry served alongside.
Guests consistently praise the authentic, complex spice layering and the sheer variety on the plate. Fish, shrimp, and lamb or pork curries are frequently singled out for their rich flavours. The experience is often enhanced by the chef, who explains the components of the dish. While the lunch plate is lauded as exceptional value, the dinner service offers a more extensive tasting course, often with an optional wine pairing curated by the in-house sommelier. Many reviewers find this a memorable experience worth the higher price point.
Some diners note that the main curries are served in small bowls, wishing for larger portions. A few also mention that some dishes can be slightly oily or that the spice level is milder than they anticipated for Sri Lankan food. Service can be brisk during busy periods, and a handful of guests have reported that last orders were taken earlier than the officially posted closing time.
Reviewers in 2024–2026 typically paid around ¥1,800 for the signature Rice & Curry lunch, with another fish set reported at ¥1,650. Dinner is a set course at ¥6,600, with an optional wine pairing for ¥5,500. The typical spend is ¥1,000–¥1,999 for lunch and ¥6,000–¥7,999 for dinner, representing excellent value, especially at lunchtime.
- Getting There: HOPPERS is on the 1st floor of the KABUTO ONE building, a short walk from Kayabacho Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line.
- Reservations: Walk-ins are common, especially for lunch, but queues are likely. Reservations are recommended for dinner or to guarantee a table.
- Language: The staff are welcoming to international visitors, with some English spoken.
- Payment: Accepts credit cards (Visa, Master, JCB, Amex, Diners), transportation IC cards (like Suica), and PayPay QR code payments.
- Seating: The restaurant has 21 seats. Private rooms are not available.
- Rules: The entire restaurant is non-smoking. No parking is available.
