01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Not far from the Yuyake Dandan stairs in Nippori, you head up to the 2nd floor, slip off your shoes, and step inside to find two resident cats leisurely dozing. A great starting point at CaféMusica is a cup of Myanmar specialty coffee such as Mikazuki, notable for its pleasant, bright acidity, or one of the pour-over brews. Browsing through titles on the bookshelves to the gentle hum of background music makes for an easy break while wandering the neighborhood.
When you want something more substantial, the kitchen prepares Burmese curries seasoned with regional spices. Options range from chicken and pork to a soy-meat variation, with spice levels tailored from mild all the way to fiery. Hot pressed sandwiches are also on hand to curb smaller appetites, spanning sweet fillings like sweet red bean paste to savory lunch-style combinations.
For an afternoon cafe treat, look to the retro cream sodas named after gemstones—sapphire, jade, and ruby—or a wide selection of black teas, including Marco Polo. Come evening, the mood shifts into that of a laid-back bar, pouring Cuban-style mojitos and bespoke cocktails alongside small plates like avocado sashimi. On weekends the cafe stays open until 1:00 past midnight, suiting an unhurried stop anywhere between an afternoon tea and a late-night drink.
