Hello! On my recent trip to Minami-Machida Grandberry Park, I finally got to try the famous curry bread that holds a Guinness World Record. The bakery behind this treat is Pan Pâtisserie, a hugely popular spot with a constant queue. While their world-record-holding curry bread is the main draw, they also offer a huge variety of unique and delicious breads you won’t find anywhere else.
In this post, I’ll be sharing my thoughts on the curry bread, what it’s like inside the shop, and other recommended breads, so keep reading!
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Klook.comAbout Pan Pâtisserie
Pan Pâtisserie is a massively popular bakery that prides itself on freshly baked bread, with over 100 types available at any time. On weekends, people come specifically for this bakery, and it’s always buzzing with visitors.
Located inside the Gathering Market at Minami-Machida Grandberry Park, it’s a well-known spot in the area.
Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday: 10:00 – 20:00
Friday to Sunday: 10:00 – 21:00
The Famous Guinness World Record Steak Curry Bread
The bakery’s standout item, the Steak Curry Bread, made headlines in 2019 when they sold an incredible 5,947 pieces in just 8 hours, earning them a Guinness World Record! Even today, it remains a signature item loved by countless customers.
Priced at ¥410, the bread features a crispy exterior and is loaded with a juicy, steak-filled curry. It’s always served fresh from the oven and is so popular that it often sells out the moment a new batch is put on the shelf. When I was there, freshly baked curries kept disappearing within minutes.
Tasting the World’s Best-Selling Steak Curry Bread
After a bit of a wait, I finally managed to get my hands on one!
The curry inside is rich and deeply flavored, and it’s perfectly complemented by the crunchy bread coating. But the real surprise is the amount of steak—while you’d normally expect just a small bit of meat, this curry bread is packed with about five chunks of steak! The meat is tender, well-marbled, and utterly satisfying.
Inside the Bakery
Pan Pâtisserie isn’t just about the curry bread. The store is packed with all kinds of eye-catching and tasty breads:
Eye-Catching Breads
- Meat-Filled Paw-Shaped Bread (¥300): Packed with pork filling, perfect for kids.
- Turtle-Shaped Melon Bread “Kameron” (¥160): Cute and popular with all ages.
- Gutsy Cheese Bread (¥300) & Walnut Bread (¥195): Full of flavour, keeping customers coming back for more.
Classic Breads
They also offer traditional flavors like Anpan (sweet red bean bread) and Yomogi Bread (mugwort-flavored bread). Each is made with care and loved across generations.
TV-Star Mini Burgers
Pan Pâtisserie’s mini burger series has even been featured on TV! Half the size of regular burgers, they’re perfect for kids—or for adults wanting a little taste alongside other breads.
- Lotus Root Teriyaki Burger (¥380): A healthy twist with crunchy lotus root in place of meat.
- Pickle Burger (¥300) & Tartar Fish Burger (¥320): Unusual but delicious, packed with flavor despite their small size.
In Summary
Pan Pâtisserie offers so much more than just the world-record-winning steak curry bread. The bakery is full of breads that are not only fun to look at but are even better to eat. With seven locations across Japan, including Tachikawa and Futamatagawa, it’s a perfect spot for bread lovers or anyone looking for a cute gift or snack.
If you get the chance, why not pop into your nearest Pan Pâtisserie and try their famous breads for yourself?
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