What should I order at Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café?
Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Mentioned numerous times as the highlight of the meal, praised for its tender, flavorful, and generously portioned pulled pork paired perfectly with melted cheese and onions on fresh bread. Reviewers called it one of the best pulled pork sandwiches they've had in a long time, with excellent seasoning and juicy quality.
Veggie Sandwich / Greek Sandwich
Highly recommended by multiple reviewers for being delicious with fresh vegetables and fluffy bread. The Greek sandwich was described as absolutely incredible and flavorful, making it a standout vegetarian option.
Apple Pie
Described as comforting, nicely spiced, and not overly sweet, making it a great accompaniment to coffee. Positively noted in several reviews as a tasty dessert option.
Breakfast Sandwich
Praised for being hearty, well-balanced, and clearly made with care. Reviewers enjoyed it as a satisfying breakfast choice.
Mountain Berry Dessert
Described as a divine medley of sweet and sour, soft and crunchy, warm and cold. It was noted as a delicious and memorable dessert.
Soup (day's soup)
Mentioned as hot, hearty, and flavorful, a great side to accompany sandwiches, especially appreciated in cool weather.
Chai Latte
Recommended for its great local chai spice mix with a warming, spicy aftertaste, standing out as a memorable drink option.
Zesty Mocha
Highly recommended coffee drink known for its clever use of orange peels adding refreshing brightness that complements the chocolate beautifully.
Cinnamon Latte
Noted for its decadent, deep espresso flavor with a nice cinnamon taste. Some reviewers enjoyed it iced with ice cream topping, making it a popular choice.
Location details
Yasuechō, １−１３ Kanazawa-shi, 1-13 Yasuecho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa, 920-0854, JP
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 8 AM to 1 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM to 1 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM to 1 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM to 3 PM |
About Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café
Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café is a cafe, breakfast restaurant, brunch restaurant, coffee shop, espresso bar, and Western restaurant in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. It is known for coffee, tea, desserts, and a retro vintage interior with a cozy, quiet feel. Reviewers consistently praise the espresso-based drinks, matcha latte, pulled pork sandwich, veggie sandwich, and apple pie, along with the warm service and relaxing atmosphere. The cafe is popular for breakfast, lunch, solo dining, and working on a laptop, and it offers dine-in only.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Tourists
Payments
- Cash-only
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked questions
What is Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café known for?
It is especially known for the pulled pork sandwich and espresso-based coffee drinks, including the zesty mocha and other specialty coffees. Reviewers also repeatedly mention the matcha latte, veggie sandwich, and apple pie, along with the limited menu that seems focused on doing a few items well.
What dishes are most recommended at Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café?
The most frequently recommended items are the pulled pork sandwich, veggie sandwich, breakfast sandwich, and apple pie, with the day’s soup also getting positive mention. Reviewers describe the sandwiches as juicy, well-seasoned, and made with excellent bread, and the breakfast portions as generous.
What is the atmosphere like at Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café?
The cafe is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and retro, with relaxing jazz music and a vintage design feel. It suits people looking for a calm breakfast or brunch spot, including solo diners, families, tourists, and laptop workers, though some reviews note the seating can fill up.
Is Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is ¥1,000–2,000, and reviewers often say the food and coffee are worth it. Comments mention generous portions, flavorful espresso, and good-quality sandwiches and desserts, which makes the cafe feel solid value for a breakfast or brunch meal in Kanazawa.
Is there usually a wait at Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café?
Yes, some reviewers mention waiting a few minutes to be seated, and others say the place can have a line, especially during busy breakfast or brunch times. The cafe is popular with tourists near Hotel Forza Kanazawa, so earlier visits may be easier if you want to avoid a wait.
Is parking available at Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café?
Yes. Paid parking lot is available.
Does Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café have vegetarian options?
Yes, Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café offers vegan options.
Is Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café kid-friendly?
Yes, Curio Espresso and Vintage Design Café is good for kids.
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