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Osaka’s Sakai area has long developed as a center of trade and commerce. Sakai also has a history of chanoyu (the tea ceremony) culture becoming popular among merchants, and it is home to many charming cafes. This time, we’ve rounded up recommended cafes in the Sakai area with open and airy terrace seating.
Created: July 21, 2026
This article is based on822Tabelog reviews.
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Kinokokochi is a cafe restaurant located along Prefectural Route 208 in the green-rich Minami Ward of Sakai City. The interior is bright and open, with table seating and sofa seating, plus open terrace seats.
There are kid-friendly play spaces both inside and outside the restaurant, which is great for guests with children.
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They offer a wide range of menu items that come with a salad bar, where you can enjoy All you can eat popovers in the lower left of the photo, a Danish pastry, along with salad.
The photo shows the hearty "Lunch Course." It comes with soup, half a pasta, herb roasted chicken, dessert, a drink, and the salad bar.
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They also offer a wide range of house-made sweets crafted with care by the patissier. The photo shows the rich "gateau chocolat".
Enjoy it with "siphon coffee," which you can choose from 2 types. "Blend No.10" has a full-bodied taste, while "Blend No.30" is said to have a mellow flavor.
kaz.blue.sirius
The restaurant design makes good use of the hill, and there are terrace seats too. The interior takes advantage of the high ceilings to create an open feel, and the space is fairly large. The food is done at a very high level, and rather than being the kind of place where people say, “That one item is great,” it feels more like, “Everything they serve is good.”
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Eri---
I ordered a pasta course with All you can eat salad, fruit, and bread, and I got so full I wondered if I could finish it all? The All you can eat bread was so good, and it tasted great with honey or even just on its own!! Being able to help yourself to as much salad as you want is a big plus too!!
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Kofunmae Cafe IROHA is a cafe located in one corner of Daisen Park in front of the Nintoku-tennoryo Kofun, about a 5-minute walk from JR mozu (shrike) Station.
The interior, with table seating, is said to be spacious and stylish. It also has open terrace seating, which is said to be perfect in seasons with pleasant weather.
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This restaurant is a hot topic for its lineup of menu items inspired by kofun (ancient burial mounds).
The photo shows their signature “Banana Juice,” served on a tray with a cute kofun brand mark. They make the juice with bananas from Ecuador sourced from the market, without adding anything extra at all. It is said to be rich and delicious.
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A wide variety of sweets is also available. The popular "Osanji Set" lets you enjoy your favorite cake at a good price with coffee OR tea OR matcha (powdered green tea).
They also serve assorted varieties available foods such as curry and hamburgers. The portions are generous, so it is recommended for people who want a hearty meal.
happi131523
I started to worry afterward about whether the terrace seats might be too windy or too cold, but there was no wind and it was warm, so it felt great! The curry is delicious! It has lots of vegetables in it! The bowl is unusual too! I’ve had the ginger milk before, and it’s as good as ever!
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麗鈴舫
The gateau chocolat is moist and rich, yet not too sweet. You can really taste the cacao, and it pairs perfectly with coffee. The coffee in the set is fragrant and has a clean finish, so it does not get in the way of the cake’s lingering flavor.
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Ikoroba Cafe Terrace is located in Daisen Park, about a 7-minute walk from JR mozu (shrike) Station. This cafe has open terrace seating where you can enjoy cafe time or a barbecue surrounded by nature.
The dining area, fully equipped with table seating, is bright and clean, and you can look out at the greenery through the windows.
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They offer a wide variety of pizzas and sandwiches. The pizza dough is made in-house, with a focus on a chewy texture and rich flavor. They bake it in the oven after you order.
The sandwiches use well-known premium shokupan (Japanese milk bread). It is soft and goes perfectly with the fresh fillings.
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Cup parfaits made with rich Hokkaido milk soft serve also seem to be popular. The photo shows the "Chocolate Parfait," made with chocolate sponge tucked inside and topped with plenty of chocolate sauce.
You can enjoy barbecue at the open terrace seats without bringing anything. You can choose from several plans.
νVERBAL
The sandwich I ordered had a great match of soft, fluffy bread and fresh fillings, and I could really enjoy the flavor of each ingredient in every bite. The crisp texture of the vegetables in particular, along with the well prepared filling, was exceptionally good. The open terrace seating makes the time you spend there while feeling close to nature especially nice and relaxing. I recommend it when you want to refresh yourself!
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rika276
We all went out for a BBQ! I didn’t know about this place, but it was relaxing and more of a hidden gem than I expected! We booked ahead and went with the piled high meat course. I was worried there wouldn’t be enough meat, but it actually turned out to be just the right amount✨ Grilling it ourselves outside was as fun as ever, and it tasted great too❤️
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Cafe Que sera sera sits by the waterfront of Sakai Old Port, about an 8-minute walk from Sakai Station on the Nankai Main Line. This cafe's big draw is the great ocean view from its open terrace seats.
The interior is a stylish space, with counter, table, and sofa seating.
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The lunch menu, which comes with coffee OR tea, is popular. Everything is tasty, and it is said to be highly satisfying.
The photo shows the “Bagel Plate,” which comes with a prosciutto bagel sandwich, potage, and salad. The bagel, made with whole wheat flour, is said to have the best crisp and chewy texture.
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You can also enjoy carefully made sweets. The photo shows a carefully made doughnut baked using only additive-free ingredients. You can add a cinnamon sugar topping, and it also comes with soft serve, which is a nice plus.
Enjoy it together with the "coffee," which is said to have a comforting taste.
okaokaokaoka4
Since the weather was so nice, they let us move to the terrace seats, and we were able to relax while looking out at the sea. We had the pasta and bagel. The portions were on the small side, but both were very good.
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kakishouyu
I was looking for a cafe around the area, and this place caught my eye because the view from the shop was great and it had such a cute atmosphere, so I decided I wanted to visit. The garlic shrimp plate had a pretty strong garlic flavor, but it was very tasty, and the shop was really cute with a great view!
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"THE base ASAKAYAMA CAFE DINING" comes with open terrace seating at the entrance. This cafe sits on the old Kumano Kaido, a 1-minute walk from Asakayama Station on the Nankai Koya Line.
Inside, the stylish space features original furniture, with counter and table seating.
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They offer a wide range of lunch sets at good prices, with pasta, sandwiches, savory pancakes, and more.
The popular pasta lunch set lets you choose from three daily pasta options. For an extra charge, you can add your preferred set, such as salad, bread, or a drink bar.
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They also offer a tea time set, an easy on the wallet way to enjoy sweets like cake and pancakes along with drinks. You can also order A la carte.
The photo shows their "Jikasei Kocha no Cheesecake (house-made black tea cheesecake)," which is said to have a rich black tea flavor and great taste. It is also quite generous in size.
ほーち28
The restaurant is very spacious, and the seating is also spread out, giving it a calm and relaxed feel. It is a great place for lunch, and I was able to enjoy a leisurely, comfortable meal there, with a very cozy atmosphere too☺️
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あきみゅ050
I added a free drink and cake set to the pasta lunch. There were all kinds of drinks, so it was perfect for chatting! The pasta was a good portion and tasted great too. The dessert was nice and big, and I was completely Manzoku! I want to have this chocolate cake again!!
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Oyama Coffee Omino Ten is about a 14-minute walk west from Kitanoda Station on the Nankai Koya Line, along Prefectural Route 36. This cafe has open terrace seating with a roof.
The interior is fully equipped with table seating. It is said to be spacious, stylish, and relaxing.
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They offer a wide range of toast and sandwich options. At lunchtime, the meal comes with French fries, and you can also add a value drink set.
The photo shows the filling Atsuyaki Tamago Sando (thick rolled omelet sandwich), made with a rolled omelet using 6 eggs. A half size is also available.
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They also offer assorted varieties available of sweets, which you can enjoy at a good value as a set with a drink. For the coffee, they use only specialty coffee roasted within 2 weeks.
The photo shows the “Coffee and Chestnut Mont Blanc,” which has a coffee flavored chestnut Mont Blanc inside the cream.
dnch18
The interior is very stylish and has a relaxing atmosphere. It feels like you could stay as long as you want. The rich, full-bodied coffee and the sandwich packed with fillings were excellent. The potato on the side was also nice and fluffy. There is a wide range of drinks to choose from, and the sweets selection was also very good, so I’d like to come back again for tea time.
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旅行飯
I arrived before noon and ordered the BLT sandwich. The interior was stylish with a calm atmosphere. It made me want to sit back and stay a while. Since it was before 11:00, it came with salad and yogurt. I wanted to have the fries too, but I held back. The sandwich and the salad dressing were both delicious! It was so comfortable there that I ended up ordering the coffee jelly too.
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Kirakuppo is a log cabin cafe with the warm feel of wood. In addition to table seating inside, it also has open terrace seating, and it is said to be stylish with a great atmosphere.
It stands in the middle of the natural scenery of Sakai City Minami Ward. Because it is popular, reservations are recommended.
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The popular weekly lunch set comes with a “salad bowl” that is known for being filling and tasty. It uses house-made dressing.
You can choose your main from spaghetti, fresh pasta, or pizza, and there is also a set where the large salad bowl is the main dish.
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They also offer sweets such as cake and waffles. The photo shows a baked cheesecake made with plenty of cream cheese. It is said to have a moist and rich taste.
You can also enjoy it as a value set with a drink such as coffee, tea, or a soft drink.
ソウルウォーカー
A cafe where you can enjoy great pasta and pizza in a log cabin with the warmth of wood, surrounded by scenery full of nature. More than anything, it feels worth visiting even just for the popular “salad bowl,” made with mostly local vegetables and paired with homemade dressing in a blissful combination.
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鏡餅0301
I ordered today’s spaghetti! First, a big salad came out. The colorful salad alone was enough to leave me satisfied with Manzoku. It came with house-made dressing. Next, the main spaghetti and bread were served. The restaurant had a nice atmosphere, and the food tasted great.
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Starbucks Coffee is a world famous cafe next to the Sakai sightseeing spot Risho no Mori on Phoenix Street. It is just a short walk from Shukuin Station on the Hankai Line.
The stylish exterior stands out, with architecture in a Japanese style. It also has many open terrace seats.
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The interior has high ceilings and feels spacious and open, creating a calm atmosphere. It offers counter seats, table seats, and sofa seating.
With plenty of glass walls, guests can relax and enjoy cafe time while looking out at the greenery outside.
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One of the draws is the Breakfast deal, where if you order an eligible drink and food item, you can upgrade your drink by one size. The photo shows the “coarsely ground sausage pie” and “Starbucks Latte”.
They also offer a wide range of seasonal drinks and sweets.
atom.tom
I had the banana yogurt granola! I visited at around 14:00, and it was easy to see why this place is so popular with so many people there! The restaurant also had plenty of terrace seating, which made it easy to use.
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びっくりまーくん
I ordered an iced coffee! The taste is definitely good! Maybe because I visited in the evening, there were more adults, and it was relatively quiet, which I appreciated. I could relax! After all, a Starbucks with a calm atmosphere is the best. The exterior also has a stylish design, making this Starbucks look really cool.
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Garden Cafe Restaurant Le Bois is a 7-minute walk from Fukai Station on the Senboku Rapid Railway Line.
This garden cafe lets you enjoy food and sweets on an open terrace surrounded by flowers and greenery. In summer, it also hosts garden barbecues that you can enjoy without bringing anything.
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They offer a variety of stylishly presented one-plate menu items. The contents change with the seasons.
The photo shows the "Sun Palace Kisetsu no Gozen set," a meal that lets you feel the season. This Gozen set is packed with colorful small bowls of simmered and cooked dishes.
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One thing that sets it apart is its wide selection of cakes from a popular pastry shop just nearby. These cakes are made to bring out the best in carefully chosen natural ingredients, and are said to be a treat for both the eyes and the palate.
They also serve coffee and tea, as well as juice made with fresh fruit. Takeout is available too.
yokomin.yy
The prices are easy on the wallet too. Lunch while enjoying the breeze outside is the best. The sashimi is plump and delicious. There were also many people who had just come for tea, so it was easy to relax.
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はりゅん
With piano music and birdsong in the background and a pleasant breeze in the air, I enjoyed delicious cake and tea, and it made for a wonderful time. The greenery of the garden was soothing too.
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Located in Denen, Naka Ward, Sakai, cafe plume is a cafe with a spacious open terrace. You can mainly enjoy Omurice and sweets.
The interior is said to be clean and calm. All seats are box seats, so you can relax and spend your time comfortably.
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The signature dish is fluffy, runny, and hearty Omurice. You can choose from the three kinds shown in the photo: "Demi-Glace Sauce Omurice," "Cream Sauce Omurice," and "Tomato Sauce Omurice."
Inside the Omurice is butter rice. It comes with salad and soup.
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The menu centers on pancakes, French toast, and parfaits, with assorted varieties available of other sweets as well. The photo shows the "waffle," served with ice cream and whipped cream.
For drinks, they offer not only coffee and tea but also assorted varieties available of fruit juice and alcohol.
food love mama
The Omurice with demi-glace sauce was displayed prominently on the restaurant’s sign, so it is probably the signature dish. A generous amount of demi-glace sauce covered the soft and creamy omelet, and it had a rich flavor with a nice aroma.
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moa1170
Since I ordered Omurice last time, I ordered pasta this time. It was a cream sauce pasta and quite a large portion, but I still finished it. I also ordered strawberry milk again, just like last time. I think I’ll make a reservation and visit again.
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