Restaurant in Kyoto, Japan
ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE
150Pearl PointsCounter Coffee Hideout
About ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE
A walk-in cafe and cocktail bar on Takoyakushi-dori, recognized in Tabelog's Cafe WEST 100 for 2021, 2022, 2025. Counter seats and late hours (midnight most nights, 1 AM weekends) suit solo visitors; JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing keeps it accessible. No reservations, cash only.
ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is a Kyoto cafe with a verified price range of JPY 1,000–1,999 and afternoon-to-late-night hours. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Cafe - WEST - 2025, giving it a clear recognition hook without needing to overstate unverified details about the room, menu, service style, or location beyond Kyoto. Go if you want a cafe stop in Kyoto that is open from 1 PM and continues late into the evening.
Verified Hours and Price
Verified public details are limited. The confirmed hours are 1 PM–12 AM Monday through Thursday, 1 PM–1 AM Friday and Saturday, 1 PM–12 AM Sunday. The verified price band is JPY 1,000–1,999. Specifics about seating layout, payment methods, reservations, drink formats, or individual menu items are not verified here, so they should be checked directly before relying on them.
For planning, the strongest confirmed facts are simple: ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is in Kyoto, operates daily from the afternoon into late night, sits in a JPY 1,000–1,999 price range for a cafe visit. If you need precise details such as seating, payment options, or current offerings, confirm them directly with the venue rather than assuming a fixed format.
How It Fits Among Kyoto's Casual Spots
Compared with more meal-focused Kyoto options such as Pontocho Masuda or Pontocho Sushi Ishiya, ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is best treated as a cafe stop rather than a full dining reservation. Isoyama, Kiyamachi Ran, Niku Ryori Arakawa may fit different dining plans, while ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is the clearer choice when your priority is a Kyoto cafe with late hours and a verified JPY 1,000–1,999 price range. If you're exploring Kyoto's broader restaurant scene, this venue can work as a flexible pause around larger meals.
The appeal is grounded in what is verified: Kyoto location, late operating hours, JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing, Tabelog 100 - Cafe - WEST - 2025 recognition. Details about reservations, seat count, payment, atmosphere, or specific drinks are not confirmed in the verified data, so avoid building a plan around those assumptions.
For broader context on where to eat, drink, stay in the city, see our full Kyoto hotels guide, our full Kyoto bars guide, our full Kyoto experiences guide. For other dining in Kyoto, compare by schedule, budget, whether you want a cafe stop or a full meal.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE?
ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is in Kyoto, with verified hours from 1 PM–12 AM Monday through Thursday, 1 PM–1 AM Friday and Saturday, 1 PM–12 AM Sunday. The verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. It is listed in Tabelog 100 - Cafe - WEST - 2025.
What should I order at ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE?
Specific menu items are not verified in the available data. Treat it as a cafe listing and check the current offerings directly at the venue before ordering.
Is there a verified tasting menu at ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE?
No verified tasting-menu information is available. The confirmed price range is JPY 1,000–1,999, the verified operating hours run from 1 PM into late night daily.
Does ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE handle dietary restrictions?
No verified allergy or dietary-restriction information is available. If you have specific requirements, confirm current ingredients and options directly with the venue before ordering.
What are alternatives to ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE in Kyoto?
For other Kyoto dining plans, consider comparable venue venues such as Kiyamachi Ran, Pontocho Sushi Ishiya, Pontocho Masuda, Niku Ryori Arakawa, or Isoyama. ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is the cafe option here, with verified JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing and late hours.
Is ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE good for a special occasion?
That depends on what you need. Verified details confirm Kyoto location, late hours, JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing, Tabelog 100 - Cafe - WEST - 2025 recognition, but not reservations, seating, service style, or occasion-specific offerings. Confirm those details directly if they matter for your plans.
Is ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE worth the price?
At a verified JPY 1,000–1,999 per visit, ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE is positioned as a Kyoto cafe stop. Its Tabelog 100 - Cafe - WEST - 2025 listing and late hours add to the appeal, especially if you want a cafe option after the afternoon.
Location
309-4 Bizenjimacho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-8023, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
Compare ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Easy | |
| Pontocho Masuda | Obanzai | ¥¥ | Unknown |
| Kiyamachi Ran | Unknown | ||
| Pontocho Sushi Ishiya | Sushi | ¥¥ | Unknown |
| Niku Ryori Arakawa | JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999 | Unknown | |
| Isoyama | Japanese | ¥¥¥ | Unknown |
Comparable nearby venues by cuisine and price for this tier.
Also Consider
- Pontocho Masuda, Obanzai, ¥¥
- Kiyamachi Ran, Notable alternative
- Pontocho Sushi Ishiya, Sushi, ¥¥
- Niku Ryori Arakawa, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999, JPY 15,000 - JPY 19,999
- Isoyama, Japanese, ¥¥¥
ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE sits at the low end of Kyoto's Tabelog-recognized venues, with walk-in access and JPY 1,000–1,999 pricing that undercut most peers. Pontocho Masuda and Pontocho Sushi Ishiya occupy the ¥¥ tier and focus on full meals rather than coffee; both require more planning and budget. Niku Ryori Arakawa charges JPY 15,000–19,999 and demands advance booking for its meat-focused tasting menu, a different category entirely. Isoyama operates in the ¥¥¥ range and delivers a polished kaiseki experience, while ELEPHANT FACTORY COFFEE offers a casual, drop-in format with no service expectations.
For solo diners or anyone seeking a low-commitment stop between larger meals, the no-reservation policy here works in your favor. If you need a guaranteed table or prefer a more formal setting, Isoyama or Pontocho Masuda deliver more polish at higher price points. If you value Tabelog recognition but want to avoid booking stress and JPY 10,000+ bills, this cafe splits the difference, quality coffee and cocktails without the logistics that define most award-winning spots in Kyoto.
Recognized By
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