Unicafe

Unicafe is a cozy cafe located on Ichijoji Haraitonocho in Kyoto, welcoming visitors with its casual and quiet atmosphere. Known for its great coffee and excellent live performances, it offers a varied menu featuring everything from coffee to small plates and late-night bites. The cafe is quite popular among solo diners and supports various service options, including dinner and dessert with table service. Featuring a full bar, patrons can enjoy a range of alcoholic beverages including beer, cocktails, wine, and the owner’s specialty, seasonal fruit-based cocktails.

Unfortunately, Unicafe lacks wheelchair accessibility for both entrance and seating, which may present challenges for some visitors. The cafe embraces an inclusive environment, identified as LGBTQ+ friendly and a transgender safe space. Despite its quaint size, the establishment promises a rich experience with live music and art by 金子國義 (Kaneko Kuniyoshi), which attracts many patrons. Operating from Tuesday to Sunday, between 18:00 and midnight, the cafe remains a cash-only venue, with no signage indicating any recent operational updates from the owners.

While Unicafe does not offer any delivery services, it caters well to dine-in customers who appreciate its casual romantic ambiance. Despite its lack of formal parking, guests have noted the presence of nearby coin parking facilities, ensuring there's generally no trouble finding a place to park when visiting. Though reviews haven't been updated in two years, past visitors greatly appreciated the cooked-to-order bar food and engaging stories that the staff shared about the displayed artworks. For those planning a visit, reservations are suggested to ensure a table in this popular neighborhood spot.