Cafe Flamboyant

Nestled along the quiet streets of Yanaka, Cafe Flamboyant blends the relaxed warmth of a classic kissaten with the vibrant flavours of Southeast Asian cooking. Step past the entrance, and the gentle aroma of spices immediately invites you in from your neighbourhood walk.

Slow-Cooked Rendang and Indonesian Flavours

The signature draw here is the Indonesian beef rendang. Cooked slowly until the beef pulls apart into tender shreds, it delivers concentrated, savoury depth framed by refined spice. Paired with turmeric rice and crisp prawn crackers, each bite offers rich, transportive flavour. The kitchen also turns out other Southeast Asian favourites, such as mie goreng (Indonesian fried noodles) and gado-gado, a warm vegetable salad dressed in a house-made peanut sauce.

From Light Sandwiches to Sweet Finishes

For a lighter stop during a walk around Yanaka, the sandwich selection provides plenty of variety. Options range from a spicy chicken sandwich packed generously into soft bread to toasted tuna or cheese sandwiches and fresh vegetable varieties. When it comes to tea time, a slice of house-made cheesecake or a matcha tiramisu—layered with melting mascarpone and pleasant bitterness—makes an ideal match for a cup of coffee.

The quiet, serene dining room features both indoor table seating and terrace spots, suiting solo visitors just as well as those wrapping up an afternoon stroll. Whether you are after a full spiced meal, a simple snack, or dessert, it offers an unhurried corner to take a break.