Kotabi
コーヒーショップ レポ

コーヒーショップ レポ

3.98 reviews
Classic Kissaten · Near Kawagoe Castle · Simple local stop
📍 Japan, 〒350-0053 Saitama, Kawagoe, Kuruwamachi, 1-chōme−2−3
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Hours
  • Monday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

The full picture

This is a local coffee shop run by an elderly couple, situated directly across from Kawagoe City Hall. It specializes in homemade Japanese set meals such as mackerel and hamburger steak alongside standard cafe beverages.

It suits solo diners, office workers, and small groups looking for a quiet, nostalgic atmosphere away from the busiest tourist areas.

Lunchtime is the primary window for visiting, as the shop typically closes in the mid-afternoon.

💡 Ensure you have physical currency on hand because the shop only accepts cash payments.

Visitors love
  • homemade japanese food
  • soft hamburger steak
  • bright clean interior
  • friendly service
  • quiet atmosphere
Some note
  • cash only
  • slow service
  • prices slightly high
  • early closing time

Good to know

Is it good for kids?
Not mentioned in reviews
Is it OK on a rainy day?
Yes, the interior is described as bright, clean, and comfortable for dining indoors.
How long should I stay?
Not mentioned in reviews
Is a reservation needed?
Not mentioned in reviews
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Visitor reviews

★★★★★Alice Mint · 6 months ago
Restaurant is run by an old couple. The food is simple, tasty and homemade. The Saba fish was soft and the sauce was delicious. My friend had the hamburger set and it was the softest hamburger we had. We came in at 2pm and it was quite full considering it's Monday. If you like tasty homemade Japanese food, 10/10 recommend!
★★★★優次Mr. · 11 months ago
I was looking for a place near City Hall during my break from work on a weekday, so I stopped in. Since it's close to City Hall, I thought the prices would be good, but since it's more of a coffee shop than a set meal restaurant, the costs are a little on the higher side. Maybe because of that, there were no other customers there, so I was able to get a seat straight away. The food was average, but the interior was bright and clean, they even came to get me water, and the service was good.
★★似非玉人 · 2 years ago
Smoking is not allowed. Payment is cash only. Closing time is 3 PM. I thought that since it's located right in front of the city hall, it would get a fair number of customers, but when I visited around 11:30 AM on a weekday, it was practically empty. I ordered a hot cocoa and a hot café au lait, but I got the impression that they took a long time to be served.
★★★ブラボー10 · 5 years ago
This is a very nice coffee shop in front of the city hall.
★★★★中山家範 · 3 years ago
Although everywhere was crowded during lunchtime, we were able to enjoy our meal at a relatively leisurely pace.