01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Moments from Hikawadai Station, Ventuno is an unpretentious kissaten suited for dropping in on a whim. While the exterior facing the street appears modest, the interior stretches back surprisingly deep, divided into a brighter front section and a more softly lit back room. Many guests come alone to read or work quietly on laptops, making for a serene atmosphere.
Everyday drinks and sweet pairings
The core of the menu consists of straightforward, reasonably priced café drinks. Alongside clean-finishing blended coffee and iced coffee, there are selections like Viennese coffee topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream, caramel lattes, and various herbal teas to match your mood. Those looking for a bite between meals can add a cinnamon roll, bread, or a mini cake for a satisfying break.
Lunchplates: pasta and rice classics
At lunchtime, heartier dishes take center stage. The pasta selection includes options like eggplant and bacon arrabbiata, shrimp tomato cream sauce, and mushroom cheese cream sauce, with many diners opting for lunch sets that include a salad, bread, and a drink. Classic Japanese café rice plates are well represented too, including shrimp pilaf, beef curry, chicken rice, and hashed beef rice, allowing you to choose your staple according to your appetite.
Ordering notes and practical details
Upon entering, orders and payments are placed at the counter before taking a seat; payment is cash only. Terrace seating is available in fine weather. Open from 9:00 in the morning until early evening, it is a convenient stop before or after a commute, or for an unhurried afternoon pause.
