About the Cafe

Hello, travelers!

I’m Binako, a writer for Sarukuma,
and today I have a wonderful spot to share with you!

This time, I’m introducing
“Dragon Café Hâte”,
located in Minamitsuboi-machi, Chuo Ward, Kumamoto City.

Just look at this exterior — it has such a wonderfully
nostalgic atmosphere…
I absolutely love it and can hardly contain my excitement!

The interior features an eat-in space
that feels open and airy, perfect for sitting back and relaxing.
It’s the kind of place where all your travel fatigue just melts away.

The display case is filled with an enticing array of baked goods.

An autumn/winter seasonal special:
Sweet Potato Cookies — 450 yen

A treat that canelé lovers can’t resist:
Canelé — Pack of 5 — 500 yen

Florentine — 350 yen
Brownie — 350 yen
As a baked-goods lover myself,
choosing was incredibly difficult!

They also offer homemade granola — perfect for breakfast in your hotel room!

The cafe menu features:
Coffee (Hot/Iced) — 400 yen
Café Latte (Hot/Iced) — 500 yen
Cake of the Day — 500 yen
Takeaway is available too,
so it’s perfect if you’re short on time
but still craving a great cup of coffee while exploring Kumamoto.

Drip Coffee Pack — 170 yen
A wonderful souvenir to take home so you can enjoy great coffee anywhere!

If you’re in town during the holiday season, they also accept Christmas cake reservations.
Reservation Deadline: December 19
Pickup Dates: December 23, 24, 25

Recommended Menu

This time I tried the
Sweet Potato Cookies — 450 yen + tax.

The cookie stamped with the Dragon Café Hâte logo is
a complimentary novelty cookie given to early visitors.
What a delightful surprise!

First, I tried the sweet potato cookies.

The moment you open the bag,
the rich, intoxicating aroma of sweet potato instantly tells you these are something special.

Astonishingly delicious!
It’s not just “hinted” with sweet potato — it tastes like you’re eating actual sweet potato,
with a deep, naturally sweet, beautifully toasty flavor. A must-try for anyone who loves Japanese sweet potato (satsumaimo).
One bite and I couldn’t stop saying “this is amazing!”

Next, I enjoyed
the novelty cookie.
Isn’t the logo just adorable?

Crisp with a satisfying crunch,
not too sweet — just right and absolutely delicious.
If you’re a fan of homemade-style cookies,
you’re going to fall in love with these.The name “Hâte” in Dragon Café Hâte
comes from French and means
“A place I can’t wait to visit — somewhere I look forward to with all my heart!”
It’s a lovely cafe with a heartfelt story behind it.
Not only are the cookies delicious, but the staff are warm and welcoming as well.

Be sure to add this charming cafe to your Kumamoto itinerary!

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Frequently Asked Questions

※Information is current as of the time of reporting. Prices and hours may change. Please check before visiting.