01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Standing just beside the station roundabout at Minami-Hatogaya Station, cafe OWL offers a quiet kissaten atmosphere despite the train traffic nearby. Low-volume jazz plays through the compact room, which features counter, table, and sofa seating for a restful break.
Substantial Pastas and Hearty Fare
A menu classic is the Napolitan, featuring distinct sweetness from thick-cut onions and a generous helping of ingredients. Alongside the traditional red ketchup version, the kitchen also turns out a white Napolitan with a different twist and a rich carbonara, providing hearty lunch portions.
Coffees Chosen by Character and Accompanying Sweets
The coffee list features a deep house blend combining beans from Brazil, Kenya, and Indonesia, alongside single-origin options clearly categorised by profile, including a bitter Tanzanian bean and Ethiopian coffees highlighted for acidity or aroma. A monthly single origin, decaffeinated coffee, and cold brew available from 5 to 9 round out the drink offerings, pairing naturally with biscotti or freshly warmed waffles.
Counter Power and Daily Practicality
Counter seats are equipped with electrical outlets and USB ports, making them handy for reading or light work between travels. Open continuously from 9:00 to 18:00, the cafe accepts cash payments only. With drinks extending to Darjeeling tea, grape juice, beer, wine, and sake from Hanaizumi Shuzō, it serves as an easy stop at any point in the day.
