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About this place
When you need a restorative break built around richly seasoned cafe cooking and freshly brewed coffee, Poem Coffee House in Nihonbashi-Hakozakicho is an inviting stop. A popular lunch option is the pork ginger cafe rice, where a savory, deeply flavored sauce coats tender pork that pairs naturally with steamed rice, providing a thoroughly satisfying midday meal on a weekday. Savory dishes come with coffee or tea, alongside alternatives like homemade hashed beef served over your choice of white or barley rice, as well as a daily focaccia.
The beverage lineup reveals the true depth of the shop's kissaten heritage, showcasing an expansive range of specialty preparations. Highlights include the butter-scented Café Beurre, the lemon-accented Café Napolitano, a chilled coffee julep brightened with mint, and spiked creations blended with brandy or rum. If you are looking for dessert, consider the coffee jelly served with house liqueur and ice cream, or a milk and coffee affogato finished with a pour of concentrated French-roast coffee.
Open on weekdays from 11:00 to 18:00, the cafe offers attentive table service in a calm setting suited for quiet dining and lingering over drinks. It fits naturally into daily life, whether you are stopping by for a solo lunch break or settling in for an unhurried afternoon coffee.
