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Adelaide’s CBD workers have a brand new meal to add to their lunchtime rotation, in a very familiar Waymouth Street location, as Sushi Burri swaps oversized sushi burritos for comforting Japanese curry.
David, Totori owner, said the decision came down to one simple thing.
“I feel like the market has changed, especially where we are at the moment,” David explained.
“It’s a lot of office workers who are after good value for money, quick, delicious, meals.”
When Sushi Burri first opened, its customisable sushi burritos offered something a little different to Adelaide’s food scene. But after noticing there was a lack of Japanese options in the area, David decided to refresh his offering and opt for a more heartwarming bowl.
The new concept focuses on Japanese curry, offering a satisfying lunch that doesn’t take too much time out of the working day or put too much pressure on the wallet. With curry and rice starting at just $10, Totori is hoping to become an easy choice for workers looking for something tasty that won’t break the lunchtime budget.
The new menu features Japanese curry alongside options such as chicken katsu and teriyaki chicken, with different serving sizes available depending on how hungry you are.
David is particularly excited about the signature Totori Japanese Curry, which brings together crispy karaage chicken, tempura prawns and Japanese curry.
And while the food is certainly the focus, there’s also a lovely personal story behind Totori’s new identity.
The restaurant is named after David’s own puppy, Totori, who has inspired the new logo and an adorable idea for the presentation of its signature curry.
David and his team are currently experimenting with moulding the rice into the shape of a puppy’s face, creating a dish that’s just as fun to photograph as it is to eat.
“I think before anything you eat with your eyes, right?
“It’s so cute. It looks good, before you even have a bite.”
The puppy-inspired dish is still being perfected, with David hoping to introduce it soon. While the menu, name and vibe have undergone significant transformation, the restaurant itself will still feel familiar to regular customers.
The existing modern fit-out is staying, with seating for around 20 people, along with outdoor dining for those wanting to step away from their desks and enjoy a proper lunch break. Of course, takeaway is still a big part of the offering, making it easy to grab something delicious between meetings or on the way back to the office.
The restaurant is putting the final touches on the changes and focusing on perfecting their flow of service and settling into the spot before their public soft opening next week.
And there’s more to come, with David hoping to celebrate the new chapter with a grand opening and potentially a giveaway of around 50 free curries once the team has settled into its new routine.
So, whether you’re after a quick $10 lunch, a crispy chicken katsu or a comforting bowl of Japanese curry, Totori is bringing something new to the Adelaide CBD lunch scene.
Totori Japanese Curry
Where: Waymouth Street, Adelaide CBD
When: Soft opening next week, with a wider launch planned
For updates, keep an eye on their social media.
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