COFFEE AMP THE ROASTER
Koenji, Suginami · Tokyo · Steep Index 8.5/10 · Steep Pick
A clean, well-designed takeout roaster in Koenji, with the roasting machine and bags of beans on display and a well-pulled iced latte to carry out.
The Steep Index
Coffee leads, with a well-pulled shot and a varied bean list, and value is strong at a coffee starting under five hundred yen. Staying power is the soft spot, since it is takeout only.
- Coffee / Drink Quality: 9.0/10
- Atmosphere: 8.5/10
- Solo-Friendliness: 8.3/10
- Value: 8.7/10
- Staying Power: 8.0/10
- Overall: 8.5/10
Perfect for: espresso pilgrimage
The Space
The interior is clean and nicely designed, with the roaster and bags of coffee beans on display. It is a takeout shop, so you carry your cup out into Koenji.
The Coffee
There is a diverse selection of beans, and I chose the Brazil for an iced latte. It came out clean, and the barista pulled a good shot.
A good stop for a solo walk through Koenji.
The Vibe
The owner is warm and responsive, and the ambience is nice. For a solo traveler working through Koenji, it makes an easy stopover.
The Verdict
Come for an espresso pilgrimage stop, then drink it as you walk the shopping streets. It is closed Mondays and the second Sunday of the month.
Practical information
- Address: 2-20-13 Koenjiminami, Suginami City, Tokyo 166-0003, Japan (Core Building 102)
- Price: ¥
- Type: roastery cafe
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