BAU Coffee House — Restaurant in Kyoto

Id be here every morning if I lived in Kyoto.

Bau Coffee House in Kyoto is a gem for coffee enthusiasts. The siphon brewing method is a unique experience, delivering exceptional flavor that rivals the best cafes in Paris and Tokyo. Each cup is crafted with care by a passionate barista, ensuring every sip is delightful, whether it's coffee or hot cocoa. The cozy atmosphere invites you to linger, making it an ideal spot for daily visits. If you appreciate quality coffee, Bau will reignite your love...

Lovely, aesthetically warm space with just one long serving bar for customers to sit along. On a main road but once inside, very quiet. Charming host who makes traditional Japanese (siphon) coffee as you watch. Next to no English so be prepared to work to make yourself understood if you don’t speak Japanese - all done with generosity on the part of the host though. According to the menu he does also do a milky brew but I went with the traditional style...

This is a relaxing cafe with a bit of mysterious atmosphere (in a good way) and we loved it 😚 We watched the owner make our siphon coffee in front of us and it was delicious 😋 It’s so calm and we were the only customers then! We got to talk to the owner a little :) He’s a friendly coffee master! Go check out his awesome siphon coffee making skills if you’re into...