BONGENCOFFEE Ginza — Restaurant in Tokyo

A Trendy Coffee Haven with a Unique Experience!

BONGEN COFFEE Tokyo Ginza is a small coffee shop that has gained quite a reputation, and it's easy to see why. From the moment you step inside, the trendy design and simple interior create a stylish and inviting atmosphere.

However, be prepared to face a long line, as BONGEN COFFEE is often bustling with customers eager to get their caffeine fix. The popularity of this place is a testament to its unique charm and the quality of its offerings.

While the coffee at BONGEN COFFEE is undeniably good, it's worth noting that the prices are a bit on the expensive side. This might be a deterrent for some, especially those on a budget. However, if you're willing to splurge a little for a special coffee experience, BONGEN COFFEE is worth considering.

Their signature coffee blends all use robusta beans, which tend to impart a stronger and more bitter flavor profile. While this might be appealing to some coffee enthusiasts, if you prefer a milder and less bitter taste, it's worth keeping in mind.

Despite the robusta beans' bitterness, the overall coffee experience at BONGEN COFFEE is still commendable. The baristas are skilled in their craft, creating well-crafted and visually appealing drinks. The attention to detail and dedication to their craft is evident in every cup.

Beyond the coffee, the staff at BONGEN COFFEE are friendly and knowledgeable. They are passionate about their craft and are happy to answer any questions or provide recommendations based on individual preferences.

If you're a coffee lover seeking a unique and trendy coffee experience, BONGEN COFFEE Tokyo Ginza is definitely worth a visit. Just be prepared for a potential wait and consider your preference for robusta beans before ordering.

While the prices may be a bit steep, the overall experience and quality of coffee make it a worthwhile splurge. So, if you're in the area and looking for a memorable coffee experience, give BONGEN COFFEE a try!

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Stumbled upon the place on Instagram and decided to give it a try. I’m guessing the shop suddenly gained traction from the same post I saw as they could not keep up with the demand. This is possibly one of worst cases of understaffing I’ve ever witnessed in my life.

I had the amazake latte with both of the snacks available at the shop, which I had to wait more than an hour for. Coffee was of good quality, tasted good and relatively creative coming from a former barista myself, but not impressive enough for what I had to wait an hour for.

From my observation, it took them (2 people) 7-10 mins to serve per person on average. I understand and respect the dedication to quality, but I feel like they’ve reached the stage where they need to work on the quantity aspect. Plus the fact that there were only 4 seats available within the shop, and they don’t give out lids for hot coffee so we don’t have the option of take-out to go. I was lucky enough to secure a seating but I still simply couldn’t enjoy my coffee, as I feel a entire block of people in line was rushing me to leave, so I basically had to chug the thing.

Moral of the story, as a former barista who worked in NYC, no one should wait for an hour for a cup of coffee even if it’s the best cup of coffee in Tokyo. Different story if it were a sit down cafe with a wide food variety and wifi access — this shop had none of that, it’s just a cup of coffee. The customer base is also 98% tourists, whom many like me travelled distances to try out this local specialty, so giving up midway would not be an option. The management need to do...

Not to be dramatic but this was the best coffee I had in my life. I went at around 2:50PM and I got my coffee at around 4PM so you can imagine I was so ready to throw hands but one sip and I was proved wrong. I got their rich latte with Bongen original blend and oatmilk (iced). I was going to go for the flat white but I changed my mind last minute when I asked the difference and the lady told me the rich latte has 3 espresso shots, the flat white 2. I really wanted caffeine and I wanted to taste the coffee. I am happy to say that there will be a next time and I’ll probably go for the flat white at that point. The service was super good. Despite taking 1h to get a coffee, the queue wasn’t super bad. I really got the impression that they took their time to make coffee and to give everyone the attention and information they deserve to make it a good experience. At least this was also how I felt when it was almost my turn and I was queuing inside the store. The place is also tiny and there was only one barista for most of the time, someone else arrived at around 3:30PM but I’m not sure if it was for support or for a shift change (so maybe after 4PM they are faster since it’s two people making coffee). I really liked the atmosphere and I might buy their drip coffee as well next time, or the cold brew. It’s a pretty expensive cup of coffee (mine was around 1140 yen , but putting into perspective, it was a triple shot of espresso and maybe it’s not too different from places like LA, London or NY) but, in my opinion...