Traditional, warming curry with potatoes, carrots, and onions, served with rice or katsu.
Hearty rice bowls topped with options like fried chicken thigh, featuring sticky rice and pickles.
Freshly made bento with Karaage chicken, veggies, rice, and umami mayo, perfect for lunch.
Crispy pork or chicken katsu, tender and golden, served with curry or rice.
Unique Japanese sauces crafted by the chef, adding authentic flavor to every dish.
So so so amazing, I had the katsu bento and it was so delicious, just like how my Japanese grandma makes it. So affordable and the flavours and portions do not disappoint. Definitely recommend for hungry students or anyone around.
This is a lovely place. The owner/chef is so sweet. He serves with a lot of warmth and love. The food is very tasty. It's basic but healthy. Also, they have special Japanese sauce that the chef makes. I have never tasted anything like it.
Really traditional japanese curry, and the pork katsu was perfect!! All made fresh and the pork was really tender. Decent price for the portion as well!
The Karaage chicken bento is so so good. The veggies are super fresh, the rice is lovely and the fried chicken is absolutely amazing. Food tastes superb and prices are not bad at all, it’s made on the spot. Owner is super friendly, definitely recommend going here. Be mindful of the opening times, it’s not open long!
I’ve visited here a few times now on lunch breaks over maybe last 2 years and I will say it’s impossible not to give this a 5star rating! My favourite and go to dish here is the fried chicken donburi, sweet and succulent chicken thigh, with a golden crisp with mouth watering flavours this dish really hits that Friday treat vibe. Freshly cooked sticky rice with that touch of rice vinegar and those pickles of the week always hit! And with that umami mayo with leak and garlic just tops off the dish. When I say this place is proper food it really is! Real flavours real food cooked with real passion! - such a diverse menu also, another favourite of mine is the Japanese curry, with potato, carrots and onion just hits the spot when you need something with big depth of flavour and warming. Really good spot this a hidden lunch gem! Price point is perfect, food quality and great service! Solid rating of 8/10!!! Keep up the good work!

Authentic Japanese comfort food, cooked fresh with passion in the heart of Bristol.
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DonDon is a beloved Japanese restaurant in Clifton, Bristol, renowned for its authentic, freshly prepared dishes and warm, friendly service. Specializing in traditional Japanese curry, katsu, donburi, and bento boxes, we use high-quality ingredients to deliver superb flavors at reasonable prices. Our menu features classics like Karaage chicken, pork katsu, and homemade Japanese sauces, all made on the spot with care. Perfect for lunch breaks, students, or anyone craving real, hearty Japanese food. With a 5-star rating from 144 reviews, we’re a hidden gem offering a taste of Japan in Bristol.
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