16 recommended cafes around Nagoya Station! Popular spots with great reviews

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"Charlie's" is a grocery store and cafe in the basement of Dai Nagoya Building, directly connected to Nagoya Station, with good food gathered from (Each) area.

In its authentic atmosphere, you can casually enjoy a cafe break or lunch. Reviews also said it is just the right place to stop by for a short break.

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The food menu has a good selection that is perfect for lunch or a light meal, and the popular item is the "Loco Moco".

It is topped with a fried egg over a 100% beef Hamburger Steak. It is said to be delicious, with plenty of onions as well.

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To go with your coffee, you will definitely want to pair it with desserts such as pancakes or Dutch babies.

The photo shows the very popular “Custard Purin (custard pudding).” It is a classic style with a firm texture, and the rich purin and bitter caramel are said to be a perfect match.

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Yoake is a stylish Japanese cafe restaurant set in a renovated elementary school. It is about a 10-minute walk from the Sakura-dori Exit of Nagoya Station.

The interior is filled with antique decor, creating a relaxing space. It also has Wi-Fi, making it perfect for working on a laptop.

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They are open from Breakfast time, and many people come to enjoy the "Nagoya specialty! Ogura Toast (toast topped with sweet red bean paste)."

The Ogura an on top of the toast stands out for its cute smiley-face look. Another popular drink is the "yoake Matcha Milk," which you make yourself by adding matcha to a milk bottle before drinking.

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At lunchtime, they offer filling dishes that look sure to satisfy, such as a weekly meat lunch and Japanese style Napolitan pasta.

For those who care about balanced nutrition, the “Mame no Keema Curry (bean keema curry) with 34 ingredients” comes recommended. It gets good reviews for its wide variety of side dishes and for being healthy and easy to eat.

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24/7 cafe apartment Nagoya is a cafe on the 2nd floor of KITTE Nagoya, a 3-minute walk from JR Nagoya Station, where you can enjoy washoku (Japanese cuisine) and Japanese sweets.

One of its best points is the cozy space where you can relax as if you were at home while enjoying hearty set meals. Counter and table seating are available.

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When you want a satisfying meal for lunch or dinner, the “Shifuku no Gohan (blissful meal)” is a great choice, letting you pick 3 side dishes you like.

The side dish menu changes with the seasons, so there is always something fun to choose no matter how many times you visit. Every dish has a light, tasty flavor and gives a healthy impression.

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They also offer a full selection of Japanese-style sweets made with ingredients unique to Japan, such as shiratama (glutinous rice flour dumplings) and matcha (green tea). The photo shows the "Matcha Warabi-mochi (bracken starch cake) Soft Serve Parfait".

The rich and full-bodied soft serve is served with chewy matcha warabi-mochi on the side. You can also add matcha sauce if you like.

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About a 6-minute walk from Nagoya Station, Panel Cafe Nagoya Ekimae Ten is a cafe where you can enjoy mainly sweets with a gorgeous look, along with light meals such as hamburgers and tacos.

The stylish interior stands out inside, creating a space with a grown-up feel. It also has open-air terrace seating.

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Their signature souffle pancakes, where fresh cream and meringue come together in harmony, come in a wide range of options from regular favorites to seasonal limited editions.

Each thick pancake is carefully cooked one at a time, giving it a soft, airy texture that gently melts in your mouth.

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The croffle, made by baking croissant dough in a waffle shape, is also popular. You can choose from several options, including chocolate and an-butter (red bean paste and butter).

The dough, made with fragrant butter, has an irresistible chewy and crisp texture.

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Sarabeth's Nagoya Ten is a cafe that was born in New York in 1981, and is popular for its authentic style healthy and rich breakfast menu.

Even though it is directly connected to Nagoya Station, it offers a natural space with a calm atmosphere. It is well liked as a place where you can relax and enjoy conversation and a meal.

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One nice thing is that the breakfast menu, including pancakes and French toast, is available to order from morning to night.

The French toast is said to have crisp, nicely browned edges and a soft, juicy texture inside. It is also a striking dish with beautiful presentation.

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Reviews also highlight the positive feedback for the eggs Benedict. People say the rich, runny egg yolk and the pleasantly chewy texture of the muffin are hard to resist.

In addition to the most popular "Classic Eggs Benedict," they also offer "Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict."

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Salt Water by David Myers is a casual California restaurant and cafe popular for its pasta with house-made sauces and hamburgers.

Connected directly to Nagoya Station, it is a nice plus that you can stop by without worrying about the weather. The interior has a stylish feel that brings to mind the U.S. West Coast, and it also has terrace seating.

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The pasta menu is popular at both lunch and dinner. The original sauces come in a wide range of flavors, from cream sauces to wafu (Japanese-style) ones.

The chewy pasta pairs wonderfully with the sauce, and the taste is said to be simple yet well balanced and delicious.

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The lunch-only hamburgers made with thick 100% beef patties are also one of this restaurant’s recommended menu items.

They come with plenty of fries on the side, and are said to be very filling. There are several kinds on the menu, including the Texas BBQ Burger and the New York Burger.

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Pronto Nagoya Eki Ten is a convenient spot you can use in two styles, as a cafe during the day and a sakaba (Japanese bar) at night, offering a comfortable space all day long.

Located inside Nagoya Umaimon Dori at Nagoya Station, it is said to have a bright and spacious interior. It also comes equipped with power outlets, and reviews say you can relax there.

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Several kinds of bread are lined up at the register counter, making it seem perfect for a quick Breakfast.

If you want to enjoy it with a drink, the Breakfast set is also recommended. The photo shows the “Ham and Cheese Toast Set.” Along with the salad, you can choose either a boiled egg or yogurt on the side.

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At lunchtime, they offer both pasta and salad dishes, and the pasta is said to be more filling than expected.

You can choose from two kinds of pasta: fresh pasta made with whole wheat flour that has a chewy texture, or pasta cooked to their preferred al dente texture.

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This popular restaurant lets you enjoy a relaxed meal in a stylish atmosphere that feels like being in the streets of France.

It offers a wide menu ranging from meat dishes to sweets, making it great not only for a full dinner but also for a casual cafe visit.

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When you visit, one thing you will definitely want to order is the galette, a specialty from Brittany in France made with Special buckwheat flour.

The buckwheat flour is a blend of fragrant Hokkaido and richly savory North American varieties. People say the freshly baked galette crust has an irresistible crisp texture.

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For lunch, many people seem to go for the "Galette & Crepe Lunch," which comes with a galette, a crepe, and a drink.

The crepe, which you can enjoy like a dessert, is said to have a soft and chewy texture. You can choose from several kinds, including "Salted Butter Caramel" and "Marron Cream."

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DRESSY CAFE is a cafe produced by a wedding dress brand, located inside KITTE Nagoya directly connected to Nagoya Station.

Everything from the interior to the sweets is said to be bright and cute. The cafe is fully equipped with table seating, sofa seating, and Private room.

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They offer sweets that are fun to look at too, and the croffle menu is also recommended for an easy, casual treat.

The dough is said to be crisp on the outside and pleasantly chewy inside. There is a wide variety of options, including melon and tiramisu, so you can choose based on your taste or mood.

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The popular “Flower Afternoon Tea” is by reservation only. One of its charms is that you can relax in sofa seating while looking at wedding dresses.

The theme changes depending on the season, and the selection is said to be full and satisfying, with not only sweets but drinks as well. Some say they could forget everyday life and enjoy it to the fullest.

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"Botanical Garden SARU CAFE" is a cafe on B1F of Nagoya Lucent Tower, a 5-minute walk from Nagoya Station, and is popular for its Homemade sweets.

The stylish interior designed by a designer is lit with warm lighting, making it a soothing place where you can enjoy a relaxing cafe time.

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The menu includes easygoing meal options you can enjoy for lunch or dinner, such as Omurice and salad bowls.

The house-made "taco rice" is one of the restaurant's recommended dishes. The soft-cooked egg, cheese, and vegetables pair well with the sweet and spicy sauce, and people say it tastes great.

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They offer a wide selection of carefully made Homemade cakes that are perfect for dessert after a meal or cafe time. They apparently prepare 4～6 kinds of cake every day.

The rich and weighty "matcha Basque cheesecake" is said to have mild sweetness and a flavor that really lets you taste the matcha.

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GRADATIONS, located on the 41st floor of Midland Square directly connected to Nagoya Station, is a dining bar and cafe where you can enjoy beautiful sweets that look like art.

With the great views you only get from a high floor, it offers a relaxed, grown-up atmosphere. It is also recommended for a Special day.

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The special parfait can be ordered both during the day and at night, and reviews suggest that many people enjoy a night parfait while taking in the night view.

There are three kinds of parfait available, including options that make generous use of seasonal fruit. Each one is said to have an artistic finish, with its own different textures and flavors.

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The afternoon tea is also popular, with one plate featuring 8 kinds of savory items and 7 kinds of sweets.

It looks quite filling, so it works well not just as a teatime treat but also for lunch. You can also choose a menu that comes with Echire Butter Sand or one that includes alcohol.

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"Niku ga Umai Cafe NICK STOCK Nagoya Ekimae Ten" is a cafe with a wide-ranging menu, from meat-focused dishes to sweets. It is located in front of Nagoya Station, making it easy to access.

The interior is said to be a stylish space inspired by the American West Coast. It also has large sofa seats, giving the restaurant a relaxing atmosphere.

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The menu has a wide lineup of meat dishes, including steak, Hamburger Steak, and sausages.

The Hamburger Steak, available in many options, is made with dry aged beef rich in umami, and the juices are said to spill out the moment you cut into it with a knife. It is tender, juicy, and well loved for its great taste.

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Some reviews also say that a lot of people seem to be eating the hamburgers. They sandwich in a bold, hearty aged beef Hamburger Steak, and it is said to have outstanding volume.

At lunchtime, there is a wide variety of burger menu items, and hamburgers are also available in the weekend Breakfast set.

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Fuwatoro Omurice to Cheese Cafe Tamago no Kimochi. Meieki Ten is a cafe about a 1-minute walk from Exit 6 of Nagoya Station, with lots of eye-catching menu items that make you want to snap photos and videos.

The inside has a stylish, comfortable atmosphere with a clear attention to the interior design.

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They offer several attraction style Omurice menu items that are fun to watch.

When you cut into the softly cooked half set omelet with a knife, the creamy egg flows out from inside. The photo shows the "Demi-glace Sauce Omurice - topped with Hamburger Steak -."

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In addition to Omurice, the menu also features dishes with fun, exciting presentation, such as "Yogan Cheese Hamburger Steak Pasta" and "Chicago pizza".

For dessert, the popular choice is the "Cheese-ya-san no Anaaki Cheesecake." Its cute look is part of the charm, like something straight out of a comic.

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"Glocal Cafe" is a cafe bar attached to a guesthouse, located a 7-minute walk from the west exit of Nagoya Station. In addition to lunch and tea time, it also operates as a bar, so the interior seems to be lined with a wide selection of alcoholic drinks.

It is said to be a place with a warm feel, even for first-time visitors. Wi-Fi is also available.

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The menu features a lineup of international dishes. At lunch, the plate menus that come with deli items, salad, and a drink are popular.

The piping hot lasagna that serves as the main dish in the "New Zealand Katei no Lasagna" is tender and said to taste good even after it cools.

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They also offer a dessert menu, so it is a great choice when you want to enjoy snack time with a drink.

The "Baked Cheesecake" gets good reviews for its rich, dense flavor. It is said to go very well with the blueberry jam served on the side.

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Meieki Bar Del Sole is an Italian restaurant popular for lunch and cafe visits, located in the restaurant floor on the 13th floor of JR Gate Tower, directly connected to Nagoya Station.

The interior has a bright and open feel, with a range of seating styles including counter seats, sofa seats, and open terrace seating.

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They serve regional Italian dishes including pasta and pizza, and reviews say the lunch is well liked.

There are three lunch options in total, and all of them come with a mini gelato. If you want to enjoy both pasta and a main dish, the "Bar Special Lunch" is a great choice.

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They use authentically Italian blended beans and espresso machines, with skilled baristas on hand, and have been certified by the Italia Espresso Kyokai (Italian Espresso Association).

In the hot season, they also recommend shakerato (shaken iced espresso), an iced espresso coffee made in a shaker.

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SENSE sauna cafe&bar is a cafe and bar attached to a sauna facility, about a 6-minute walk from Nagoya Station.

Besides stopping by just for the cafe, it is also great for a meal or a drink break after the sauna. It has counter seats, table seats, and Private room options for 1 person or 4 people.

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They have a full range of drinks, including coffee, tea, and smoothies, so it’s perfect for hydrating after a good sweat in the sauna.

They also offer a wide selection of snack-style a la carte dishes, so it’s also a great place to enjoy them with their extensive lineup of alcoholic drinks, including beer and cocktails.

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They also offer a wide range of filling meal options, including noodle dishes and Rice bowls.

The roast beef Rice bowl and chashu (braised pork) Rice bowl, both made with carefully selected ingredients, are said to be popular. The curry eaten that day was said to be delicious, with just the right level of spice.