Food and drinks
- Great coffee
- Light bites
- Breakfast menu available
- Brunch menu available
- Lunch menu available
POKOTABI / Cafe Glow
喫茶 グロー
Located in Kuze Takadacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Cafe Glow offers a relaxed pace alongside classic kissaten fare, from thick-cut morning toast and fragrant mochi zenzai to omurice and hearty set meals.
01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
Opening early in the morning, Cafe Glow has earned a steady following for morning sets centered on fluffy, thick-cut toast. Paired with freshly brewed coffee, this affordable, satisfying breakfast provides an unhurried, comfortable start to a busy day.
Beyond morning hours, the kitchen offers plenty of hearty options for lunch and the afternoon. Classic yoshoku staples like omurice, fried rice, and curry rice sit alongside substantial meal sets featuring yakisoba or udon, as well as egg and ham sandwiches. Nostalgic touches add to the appeal—such as ordering cheese toast and receiving a rendition styled like pizza toast.
For an afternoon treat or after-meal sweet, the zenzai (sweet red bean soup), highlighted by toasted, aromatic mochi, has become a quiet favorite. Sweets and chilled dessert drinks abound, from ice cream and fruit cream to vibrant cream sodas and milkshakes, offering plenty of choices to match any mood.
Carrying the air of the Showa era, the interior permits smoking and fosters a calm atmosphere where solo diners can feel comfortably at ease, even on a first visit. Payment is cash only, so be sure to have coins or bills ready before stopping by.
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04 / YOUR NEXT STOP
〒601-8211 Kyoto, Minami Ward, Kuzetakadacho, 35-8 グロー
Please contact the venue directly with enquiries or reservation requests.
Approximate hours based on listed information, in Japan Standard Time (JST)
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
Open Monday through Friday from 7:30 to 16:00, and Saturday from 8:00 to 15:00. Closed on Sundays.
Payment is cash only.
The menu features curry rice, omurice, and fried rice, alongside yakisoba sets, udon sets, ham-and-egg sets, and various toasts and sandwiches.
Drinks include milkshakes (¥350), iced coffee (¥370), cream soda (¥500), and "Cupid" (¥450), alongside desserts like ice cream (¥450) and zenzai.
The atmosphere is quiet and calming, making it well-suited for dining solo. Table service is provided.
Delivery is not available. Dine-in is available.