Coffee aficionado ・ コーヒー愛好家

CAFE RONDONKAN

Located just opposite the botanical gardens on Ishiyama

Dori is “Cafe Rondonkan”. The name is actually the “romajified” name of “London” and the word “kan” meaning hall or building. If you look at the Japanese name you’ll notice these characters “倫敦” which are the Kanji characters for “London”.
The building is quite impressive. The facade, which looks out onto the street, is made entirely of glass. Once inside the cafe you are welcomed by the warm glow of wood panelling and antique furnishings.
The menu is quite inexpensive. Including pasta & rice as well as sweets and quiche. I opted for the quiche while my friend ordered the “Doria”, a pilaf topped witha rich cheesy sauce. I also asked the waiter and I assume owner for a double espresso “doppio”.
The food was hearty but lacked a little seasoning, but I’m more than happy to pay for it. The coffee however, was not so great. I could clearly tell it was a single shot with water added to the cup.
At leaving time we had to ring the bell and call for the gentleman for 10 minutes, as he was a little hard of hearing. But this was soon forgotten when the man appeared with a large smile from ear to ear. Quite charming actually.
Great atmosphere and food is value for money but I may have to go again before I give a verdict on the coffee!