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Italian restaurant in Hiroshima, Hiroshima
What should I order at Caffè Ponte?
What to order
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Pizza
Most frequently praised item in the reviews, repeatedly described as excellent, delicious, and perfectly cooked, with specific mentions like Margherita, spicy salami, bacon and mushroom, four cheese, and lunch pizza.
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Orange Juice
Mentioned multiple times as exceptionally good, with one review calling it the best ever and others praising it as sweet, refreshing, and worth ordering even as a snack.
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Gelato
Recommended for being excellent and memorable, with reviewers especially loving the chocolate gelato and noting the vanilla seeds in the Royal Vanilla ice cream.
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Pasta
Consistently praised across several reviews for being fresh, delicious, and well-seasoned, with specific dishes like carbonara, lobster pasta, chicken and asparagus pasta, shrimp with zucchini pasta, and other pasta dishes all getting strong positive mentions.
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Lemon Ginger Ale
Recommended as a refreshing local drink from Hiroshima, noted for using actual ginger slices and being especially enjoyable alongside the meal.
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Oysters
Highlighted as a unique and delicious specialty, especially the full oyster course and grilled local oysters, which reviewers described as memorable and beautifully presented.
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Gnocchi
Specifically called perfection in one review, making it one of the standout dishes among the Italian options.
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Tiramisu
Praised as perfect along with the orange cream brûlée and coffee, making it a well-liked dessert choice.
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Garlic Baguette
Described as amazing in a review that otherwise strongly praised the Italian food and river view.
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Pistachio Cheesecake
Mentioned as a definite favorite in a positive review, singled out as a dessert worth ordering.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
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| Tuesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 10 PM |
About Caffè Ponte
Riverside cafe & trattoria known for pizza & pasta, with garden patio views of the Atomic Bomb Dome.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- au PAY
- Credit cards
- dBarai
- NFC mobile payments
- PayPay
- Rakuten Pay
- Transit IC cards
Parking
- Paid street parking
Frequently asked
What is Caffè Ponte known for?
It is especially known for Italian dishes made with Hiroshima oysters, including oyster courses, broiled oysters, and oyster pizza. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the river view and terrace seating as a major part of the experience.
What dishes are most recommended at Caffè Ponte?
Reviewers most often highlight the pasta dishes, margherita pizza, oyster pizza, broiled oysters, tiramisu, pistachio cheesecake, orange cream brûlée, and gelato. The set lunch menu is also praised for being fresh, hot, and filling.
What is the atmosphere like at Caffè Ponte?
The vibe is described as peaceful, serene, cozy, and romantic, with outdoor terrace seating overlooking the river. It seems to suit couples, groups, tourists, and solo diners who want a relaxed meal near the Peace Park and A-Bomb Dome area.
Is Caffè Ponte good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is ¥1,000–3,000, and reviewers often call the food reasonably priced for the location and quality. One diner spent about ¥4,500 per person for a three-course meal plus a mojito, while noting that the freshly squeezed orange juice at ¥750 felt expensive compared with the alcohol.
Do you need a reservation or can you walk in?
Reservations are recommended for brunch and dinner, and one review says you should reserve if you want a table quickly. Walk-ins are possible, but some guests reported a short wait, around 30 minutes, especially during busy lunch periods.
Is parking available at Caffè Ponte?
Yes. Paid street parking is available.
Does Caffè Ponte have vegetarian options?
Yes, Caffè Ponte offers vegan options.
