01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Opening from 7:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, Cafe Alpha sits right in front of Hamacho Station, marked by airy windows overlooking Hamacho Park. Closed on Sundays, the cafe features high ceilings, comfortable sofa seating, and outdoor terrace tables, creating an easygoing ambiance suited equally to a peaceful morning break or a casual afternoon meal.
Those visiting in the morning will find the reasonably priced breakfast sets an inviting starting point. The line-up offers straightforward morning staples, such as Set A with buttered thin-sliced toast, a fluffy omelette, and salad, as well as a BLT sandwich layering fresh tomato, lettuce, and bacon between toasted bread. Paired with a hot coffee, it makes for a calm and restorative start to the day.
At lunchtime, hearty plates served with salad and a beverage offer reliable sustenance. Selections range from a stewed hamburg steak topped with a soft-yolk fried egg—noted for its dense, springy meat—to a keema-style dry curry rich with minced meat savor and a Japanese beef curry, delivering the comforting satisfaction characteristic of an old-school kissaten.
For an afternoon break or dessert, lingering over coffee jelly or unbaked cheesecake alongside a broad selection of teas or shakes is an appealing option. With its unpretentious atmosphere, diners can settle in and enjoy their time at an unhurried pace.
