CAFFE STRADA

Just a short stroll from the south exit of Ogikubo Station, past a quiet building corridor, CAFFE STRADA offers handmade cakes and a broad drink menu in a relaxed setting. Chalkboards and display cases feature rotating baked goods, including rum-infused apple tart, Basque espresso cheesecake with subtle roasted bitterness, and a kiwi-cheese tart. Staples like banana tart and pumpkin pudding enjoy a steady following, while half-size 1/2 cake portions cater to those wanting just a small dessert after a meal.

The beverage options are equally diverse, spanning espresso Americanos, café lattes finished with delicate latte art, and flavored lattes sweetened with syrups like hazelnut or caramel. House chocolate sauce stars in the café mocha, alongside spiced chai lattes and herbal teas, offering plenty of choices to match any mood.

Beyond café fare, the kitchen delivers hearty Western-style savory dishes. The hamburg stew simmers warm vegetables and a house-made patty in rich demi-glace, served with rice or baguette for dipping. From savory special Hayashi rice to a California rice bowl topped with salmon, avocado, and tangy wasabi-ponzu dressing, the menu supports both lunch and dinner.

Warm wood accents and gentle lighting create an atmosphere well suited to reading alone. With beer, wine, liqueur café lattes, and small savory appetizers available, the café offers a comfortable evening refuge open until 22:00 at night.