Ari Cafe — Restaurant in Kyoto

I had a veggie curry rice. It didn't contain meat (of course), but it's the most satisfying meal in my trip so far. The curry was spicy but comforting and there were many types of deep fried veggie. I enjoyed various textures and tastes throughout the dish.

As for coffee, normally I only drink iced americano but it seems the owner is very passionate about coffee so he refused to make iced coffee. I don't have good experience with hot coffee but I gave it a try. Ethiopia G2 Sidamo Decaf was pretty nice! Aromatic, nutty, rich and not very strong. It changed my image towards hot coffee completely. It was a pleasant experience...

we ordered cold brew and columbia coffee. the cold brew has a deep, rich and intense flavor unlike other coffee houses. it is made from a mix of beans from india, columbia and other countries, limited to 10 cups a day. the columbia is light and fruity, and equally delicious.

the owner is passionate and friendly, and he tries his best to converse with us in english, even letting us smell the beans. yum~

if you are in kyoto and visiting the arashimaya bamboo forest, do stop by this place as well! it will be a unique experience for...

Cute and amazing little cafe in a residential area of Arashiyama.

I had 2 cups - the cold brew and Jamaica Blue Mountain. Both were fantastic but the cold brew was the best I’ve ever had.

My friend ordered the vegetable curry and it was amazing as well. She already had lunch but couldn’t resist trying it and she says it’s the best Japanese curry that she’s had. If you’re full you can order a half portion of rice.

The owner is friendly and warm and very hospitable.

Do suggest you drop by for a visit if you’re...