Chamy

The aroma of freshly tossed pilaf and a robust cup of post-meal coffee make settling into a seat at Chamy, a neighborhood kissaten in Sakuradai, an easy choice. The cafe's most popular offering, the ham pilaf set, brings together familiar ingredients like ham, egg, and mushrooms. Sautéed crisp without lard, the rice is seasoned with a comforting soy sauce and white pepper profile that feels nostalgic and keeps the spoon moving.

Hand-dripped hot coffee brewed right as your meal winds down delivers the substantial body typical of a dark roast, making an ideal companion for lingering over the table. The light meal lineup is well stocked, featuring classic cafe staples like retro Neapolitan spaghetti, a pork ginger set tossed in house sauce, and an egg sandwich set built around ketchup-seasoned omelet.

With its quiet, welcoming ambiance, the cafe is equally inviting for a solitary lunch or a leisurely pause over sweet drinks such as milkshakes and soda floats.