Kotabi
Caffè Michelangelo

Caffè Michelangelo

★ 4.1 | 895 reviews
European sidewalk vibe · Daikanyama staple · Italian fare
📍 29-3 Sarugakuchō, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0033, Japan
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Hours
  • Monday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: Closed
  • Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM

About

Large, airy cafe beneath the trees with floor-to-ceiling windows & dishes like spaghetti & risotto.

The full picture

Caffè Michelangelo is a spacious, European-style cafe in Daikanyama featuring high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a menu of Italian-influenced light meals and desserts.

It suits couples on dates, small groups of friends, and solo visitors looking for a bright, airy spot to relax near Tsutaya Books.

Weekdays are significantly less crowded than weekends, when wait times can be substantial.

💡 Reservations are not accepted for lunch, so be prepared to join the queue.

Visitors love
  • custardy cream pudding
  • abundant natural light
  • professional service
  • outdoor seating
  • excellent coffee selection
Some note
  • undercooked pasta texture
  • dismissive staff attitude
  • long weekend queues
  • small lunch portions
  • expensive pricing

Good to know

Is it good for kids?
Not mentioned in reviews.
Is it okay on a rainy day?
The large indoor area with floor-to-ceiling windows provides a comfortable environment regardless of the weather.
How long should I stay?
Not mentioned in reviews.
Is a reservation needed?
Lunch reservations are not available, and guests must wait in line.
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Visitor reviews

★★★★★Alright Food Reviews · 3 months ago
This place is always crowded on the weekends and you might have to wait a considerable amount of time. Weekdays are better, as that’s when I went and maybe waited 5 minutes. But to be honest, the pudding (プリン🍮) is worth it. They have other options but I think getting this is a must. It’s for that custardy and creamy feel, and the sauce compliments it perfectly. The coffee was also good. The ambiance is great with lots of windows and natural light and high ceilings. The service was fast and friendly.
★shawn wang · 2 months ago
Extremely terrible and disappointing experience. The spaghetti was awful — the noodles were extremely stiff and clearly undercooked. When I politely pointed this out to the staff, a man named Masaru came over and told me that he had lived in Italy for one year and that this was “authentic Italian style.” He then told me they would not change it and literally put the same dish back on the table. I have no problem with authentic Italian-style pasta, but dismissing a customer’s concern in such a rude and condescending manner is completely unacceptable. The food was bad, but the attitude was
★★★★★mahyar behnam · 2 months ago
Very good service I highly recommend it.stuff are professional.i will never forget this place can't wait to go back there and play my favorite game again thank you so much for having me much appreciated it.
★★★★★Akira · a year ago
Very nice French restaurant. The pasta was very tasty! The lunch portions are not too big so I recommend getting an appetizer. The caffe con panna was also a great coffee choice (drip coffee with whipped cream). There’s almost always a line but it does move pretty quickly.
★★★★Sepideh Payami · 4 years ago
A nice Italian restaurant in Daikanyama and Tsutaya is just across the street. The restaurant is large and has many spaces with both indoor and outdoor tables. The food was delicious, but pricy that's worth trying. Plenty of appetizers, drinks and dessert options on the menu. There is always a waiting line and there is no reservation for lunch. We tried Carbonara and risotto and both tastes was good. Recommended for a date or hanging out with friends. The staff is friendly and polite. English menu is also available.

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