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cafe chang

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At cafe chang in Saiin, Kyoto, midday brings daily set meals served with hearty soups and side dishes alongside baked curries, while evenings shift to Thai staples like pad thai and gapao over relaxed drinks.

26-12 Mibunishidoinouchicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8847
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01 / ABOUT THE PLACE

About this place

For a hearty, satisfying midday meal, the daily set at cafe chang is an easy choice. Accompanied by seasonal vegetable side dishes and a generous bowl of soup—ranging from hearty miso soup to rich kasujiru made with sake lees—it offers the comforting appeal of a home-cooked table. Beyond the set meals, the lunch lineup caters to different cravings with bubbling-hot baked curries and daily pasta specials.

The calm, wood-toned dining room offers a welcoming atmosphere where solo diners can feel right at home, lingering after a meal over hand-drip house blend or iced coffee. Lunch set options that include salad and a drink make it easy to settle in for an unhurried break.

In the evening, the kitchen turns its attention to Thai cuisine, revealing a distinct charm from the daytime service. Substantial gapao rice packed with chunky meat, pad thai, and spiced green curry pair naturally with beer or another drink, making the cafe a comfortable stop for winding down at night.

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Food and drinks

  • Great coffee
  • Alcohol Served
  • Beer available
  • Light bites
  • Lunch menu available
  • Dinner menu available
  • Dessert available

Dining & takeaway

  • Dine-in
  • No delivery

Seating & Facilities

  • Table service available
  • Restrooms available

Also great for

  • Featured for lunch
  • Great for solo dining
  • Casual

Payment

  • PayPay accepted
  • Debit cards accepted
  • Rakuten Pay accepted
  • Credit Card

Entrance & mobility access

  • No wheelchair-accessible seating
  • No wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Entrance is not wheelchair accessible

Other information

  • Relaxing Atmosphere

03 / TAKE A LOOK AROUND

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04 / YOUR NEXT STOP

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26-12 Mibunishidoinouchicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8847

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Opening hours

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Approximate hours based on listed information, in Japan Standard Time (JST)

MondayToday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
Tuesday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
Wednesday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
Thursday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
Friday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
Saturday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
Sunday11:00–15:0018:00–23:00
26-12 Mibunishidoinouchicho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8847Open in Google Maps

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Good to know before you visit.

What kind of menu do you have for lunch?

The menu features daily set meals, lunch curry, baked curry, and daily pasta, with set options that add salad and a drink.

What are the business hours?

Open daily regardless of the day of the week, with lunch served from 11:00 to 15:00 and dinner from 18:00 to 23:00.

What payment methods are accepted?

In addition to credit and debit cards, payments via PayPay and Rakuten Pay are accepted.

Can I enjoy alcoholic drinks during the evening?

Alcoholic beverages such as beer are available to enjoy alongside the dinner menu served from 18:00.

Is the atmosphere welcoming for solo diners?

A calm, casual space well suited to solo dining, offering a relaxing experience with table service.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

The entrance, seating, and parking are all not wheelchair accessible.