cafe MAMO

A poke bowl tossed with salmon, avocado, egg yolk, and house dressing is the signature order at cafe MAMO. The creamy avocado and rich salmon pair naturally with the steamed rice, and the accompanying salad is well regarded for its homemade dressing. Alongside the staples, monthly specials keep regulars returning, including seasonal items like a salmon tartar burger.

Coffee and sweets round out the meal nicely. Vanilla macadamia and Kona coffees carry a delicate sweetness on the nose, mellowing the bitterness of a black cup, and taste just as refreshing iced. For dessert, light coffee jelly topped with whipped cream or the uacoco pudding offer a relaxed finish.

Perched on the 2nd floor of a building in Kami-Itabashi, the café has a laid-back feel inspired by Hawaii. It works equally well for catching up with friends over lunch at a table or for sitting alone over a quiet cup of tea.