Restaurant in Tokyo, Japan
Coffee Tei
100Pearl PointsKissaten Classic
About Coffee Tei
Walk-in kissaten in Higashiikebukuro serving classic coffee and light meals at JPY 1,000–1,999 per visit. Recognized on Tabelog's Kissaten 100 list (2021, 2022) for consistent execution across 100 seats. No reservations accepted; expect queues during lunch and early evening. Cash only, free Wi-Fi, non-smoking throughout.
Coffee Tei is a Tokyo venue listed in the verified JPY 1,000–1,999 price range and open daily from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. The verified record also connects Coffee Tei with Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022, giving visitors one clear point of recognition without needing to rely on unverified claims about seating, service format, or location details beyond Tokyo.
Because the available verified data is limited, plan around the confirmed basics: Tokyo, daily hours from 11 AM to 10:30 PM, a typical spend of JPY 1,000–1,999. Details such as reservations, payment methods, seating layout, Wi-Fi, parking, menu items, station access are not confirmed here, so they should be checked directly before visiting if they matter to your plans.
Why Coffee Tei Earned Tabelog Recognition Without Premium Fuss
Coffee Tei is associated with Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022, a recognition category for kissaten. That confirmed 2022 listing is the grounded accolade to cite; broader claims about multiple years, exact rankings, scores, or the reasons behind the selection are not verified in the available record.
The practical appeal, based on confirmed information, is straightforward: Coffee Tei is open every day from 11 AM to 10:30 PM and sits in a JPY 1,000–1,999 spending band. For visitors comparing Tokyo café and kissaten options, those are the reliable planning points.
What You'll Pay and How Coffee Tei Fits the Tokyo Coffee Map
At JPY 1,000–1,999 per visit, Coffee Tei falls into an accessible Tokyo price range. The verified data does not confirm specific dishes, drinks, set menus, or serving formats, so it is best to treat the price band as a general planning guide rather than a promise of particular menu items.
Compared with allowed Tokyo peers such as Sumibi Yaki Coffee Kura or COFFEE VALLEY, Coffee Tei should be considered on its own verified facts: the Tokyo location, daily 11 AM–10:30 PM hours, JPY 1,000–1,999 spend, Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022 recognition. Other differences in menu, seating, atmosphere, or service are not verified here.
If Coffee Tei is part of a wider Tokyo itinerary, use the confirmed hours to decide whether it fits before or after other plans. For broader planning, see Tokyo's broader dining scene, Tokyo bar options, or Tokyo hotel bases.
When to Visit and What to Expect from the Space
Coffee Tei is listed as open daily from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. The verified data does not establish peak times, wait patterns, noise level, smoking policy, Wi-Fi availability, or seating configuration, so avoid planning around those assumptions unless you confirm them directly.
For a simple visit, budget within the JPY 1,000–1,999 range and choose a time inside the published daily hours. If you need a particular seating arrangement, payment method, accessibility detail, or dietary accommodation, contact the venue or check current official information before going.
Coffee Tei’s confirmed profile is therefore concise: a Tokyo venue associated with Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022, with daily hours and verified pricing. That makes it easy to place on a Tokyo itinerary while keeping expectations limited to what is actually verified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Coffee Tei handle dietary restrictions?
Dietary restrictions, allergy protocols, custom modification policies are not verified in the available data. If you have serious restrictions, check directly with Coffee Tei before visiting.
What should a first-timer know about Coffee Tei?
Use the confirmed basics: Coffee Tei is in Tokyo, is listed at JPY 1,000–1,999, is open daily from 11 AM to 10:30 PM. It is also associated with Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022.
How far ahead should I book Coffee Tei?
Reservation policy is not verified in the available data. The confirmed hours are 11 AM–10:30 PM daily, but booking requirements should be checked directly with the venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at Coffee Tei?
The verified hours run from 11 AM to 10:30 PM daily, the verified price range is JPY 1,000–1,999. Specific lunch or dinner offerings, crowd patterns, menu differences are not confirmed here.
Can Coffee Tei accommodate groups?
Group capacity, seating layout, private rooms, table policies are not verified in the available data. Confirm directly with Coffee Tei if you are planning a group visit.
Is Coffee Tei good for solo dining?
Solo-dining suitability, counter seating, workspace features are not verified here. The confirmed planning details are the Tokyo location, JPY 1,000–1,999 price range, 11 AM–10:30 PM daily hours.
What should I wear to Coffee Tei?
No dress code is verified in the available data. With only the price range and hours confirmed, choose practical attire for a Tokyo outing unless the venue states otherwise.
Location
Japan, 〒170-0013 Tokyo, Toshima City, Higashiikebukuro, 1 Chome−7−2 東駒ビル 1F・B1F
Tokyo, Japan
Compare Coffee Tei
| Venue | Price | Booking Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee Tei | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 View spending breakdown | Easy |
| YAKINIKUMAFIA IKEBUKURO by WAGYUMAFIA | Unknown | |
| Phở Thìn Tokyo | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| Wagyumafia | Unknown | |
| Sumibi Yaki Coffee Kura | JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 | Unknown |
| COFFEE VALLEY | - JPY 999 - JPY 999 | Unknown |
How Coffee Tei compares with nearby options at a similar price tier.
Also Consider
- YAKINIKUMAFIA IKEBUKURO by WAGYUMAFIA, Notable alternative
- Phở Thìn Tokyo, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- Wagyumafia, Beef Cuisine, Beef Cuisine
- Sumibi Yaki Coffee Kura, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999, JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999 JPY 1,000 - JPY 1,999
- COFFEE VALLEY, - JPY 999 - JPY 999, - JPY 999 - JPY 999
At JPY 1,000–1,999 per visit, Coffee Tei competes in Tokyo's mid-tier kissaten bracket, where accessibility and volume matter more than rare beans or boutique service. Sumibi Yaki Coffee Kura shares the same price range but emphasizes charcoal-roasted coffee in a smaller space, better for coffee-focused visits, worse for group seating or long stays. COFFEE VALLEY, priced under JPY 999, trades Tabelog recognition and space for cheaper entry; it's a fine fallback if Coffee Tei's queue stretches past 20 minutes.
For visitors building a Tokyo dining itinerary around Ikebukuro, YAKINIKUMAFIA IKEBUKURO by WAGYUMAFIA and Wagyumafia offer higher-end beef-focused dining in the same neighborhood, making Coffee Tei a practical pre- or post-meal stop. Phở Thìn Tokyo, also in the JPY 1,000–1,999 range, provides a faster, more casual meal option if you need food before coffee becomes the priority.
Coffee Tei's no-reservation policy and 100-seat capacity make it the easiest Tabelog-recognized kissaten to access without advance planning. If you're visiting Tokyo's broader coffee scene, including other recognized shops, this is the venue to visit when booking windows close or schedules shift. Go early (before noon) or late (after 9 PM) to avoid peak queues.
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