Kamepan Cafe

Spilling over from the slits of a crusty French baguette, the cafe-exclusive Mentai Mashi-Mashi Mentai Madonna comes doused in rich spicy cod roe cream. The savory burst of seasoned mentaiko soaking into the warm, crackling crumb makes for an indulgent signature. Operated by local bakery Kamepan, this cafe outlet gives pride of place to its breads across a diverse lineup of casual cafe plates.

Lunch menus come with access to a salad bar and all-you-can-eat breads, allowing guests to sample freely from a self-service counter of savory and sweet baked goods. Toaster ovens are set up in the dining room so you can warm slices to your liking. Diners can also tailor flavors at the table, pairing different dressings from the fresh salad bar or drizzling olive oil over the warm breads.

Main dishes range from a limited-quantity beef tongue stew served bubbling hot in a skillet with hefty, tender chunks of meat, to a chicken green curry with spicy heat beneath coconut sweetness, alongside comforting rich soups. Dipping unlimited bread into hearty stews and sauces is part of the appeal of dining directly at a bakery cafe.

The interior offers table seating alongside rear sofa booths and private rooms, accommodating families with small children as easily as casual groups. Adding the drink bar—complete with fruit syrups for custom refreshments—makes it an easy spot to linger after eating. Because lunch hours frequently get busy, securing a reservation in advance is recommended.