About LOBBYbyRotarycoffee

Hello, this is Suno, a writer for [Sarukuma].

Today I’d like to introduce you to a wonderful café located in Hirata, Minami-ku, Kumamoto City:
[LOBBYbyRotarycoffee].You’ll find it near the Hirata overpass along Heisei Keyaki-dori (Zelkova Avenue).

[ROTARY COFFEE] A Cozy Coffee Shop Tucked into a Residential Neighborhood, Famous for Delicious Sweets ⭐ (Motoyama, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto)

[LOBBYbyRotarycoffee] is the sister café of [ROTARY COFFEE] located in Motoyama, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto.
Parking at LOBBYbyRotarycoffee includes 3 spaces in front of the shop, plus spaces #33, #34, #36, and #37 in the rear lot.

We recommend carpooling whenever possible!The moment you walk in, you’ll feel it — every corner of this café radiates style and thoughtful design.Whether you stop by solo for a quiet break or come with friends for a lively chat, LOBBYbyRotarycoffee is a wonderfully relaxing place to spend time.
There’s a seating area with four single armchairs around a large communal table.
There are also three tables for two.
Single-stem vases hold seasonal flowers — such a lovely touch! ♪

Every seat is designed to let you relax and savor your coffee.
Even the smallest decorative pieces are stylish, so it’s fun to take in the details one by one.Near the entrance you’ll find an adorable baby balance bike and two children’s high chairs.Of course, kids’ tableware is also available.
The light green door leads to the restroom.Inside there’s a children’s toilet seat as well as a diaper-changing station — so thoughtful and convenient for parents!Right next to the restroom is a tatami-style raised seating area.

This spot is honestly the best — I’ve used it many times when bringing my kids along.

The sliding door is stylishly designed so you can still see inside.
Slide it open and you’ll find two warm, wood-toned tables that each seat four.

They’ll even lend you baby bouncers and blankets! ♪
The window-side seating looks like this… wait, what’s that?

There’s something fun-looking behind it!
Tucked in here are Bumbo seats, low chairs for children, plus toys, picture books, and stuffed animals!

While the kids stay happily occupied, parents can enjoy a leisurely lunch ♪

LOBBYbyRotarycoffee Recommended Menu

Here’s the lunch menu.

・Monthly Special Plate Lunch ¥1,500

・Homemade Sausage Hot Dog Plate ¥1,500

・Daily Salad Lunch ¥1,500

Every lunch comes with a chef’s recommended deli, salad, and a drink!

You can also add the daily soup (trust me, it’s worth every yen!) or extra bread as optional sides — don’t miss out! ♪Here’s what I ordered (my go-to choice every time):

The Homemade Sausage Hot Dog Plate BOX — ¥1,250.

The weather was beautiful that day, so I took it to-go for a picnic ♪Just look at it!

The salad is bright and colorful, and the freshly grilled sausages are plump, juicy, and totally satisfying!

And here’s another delicious detail — they use bread from Ooe Bakery and Asia Maharik, two locally beloved bakeries!
Don’t forget to check out the dessert menu after your meal ♪

I once shared a pistachio cheesecake with my child — rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious!
Next to the register, there’s a charming little corner ♪
LOBBYbyRotarycoffee also sells coffee-related goods and mugs.Don’t worry if you’re new to coffee — every product comes with a kindly written description card to help you choose!
Better yet — buy a bag of coffee beans and you get a complimentary cup of coffee on the house!

What a lovely bonus!You might just discover your new favorite coffee and snack pairing ♪
These daruma cookies are said to bring good luck.

They make a lovely small gift during exam season or when cheering on your favorite athlete!
The packaging features adorable, laid-back illustrations that immediately catch your eye ♪

This is exactly what people mean by “buying it just for the packaging!”
Original tin badges are ¥200 each.
“Instant Man”?!

I’ve actually given this as a gift to a coffee-loving friend before. It’s not only delicious but also super convenient — just dissolve the powder in water with no grounds to clean up. My friend absolutely loved it!

4-pack: ¥1,000

8-pack: ¥1,700
You can also assemble your own custom gift box of cookies and coffee — perfect for souvenirs ♪
They accept cash plus credit cards, iD, QUICPay, and transit IC cards — but please note that cashless payments require a minimum purchase of ¥2,000.They open at 8 AM on weekends!

How about treating yourself to their monthly-rotating morning set?

The owner and staff at LOBBYbyRotarycoffee are so warm and welcoming — please come experience this lovely café for yourself, especially for a slow, relaxing morning ♪

[ROTARY COFFEE] A Cozy Coffee Shop Tucked into a Residential Neighborhood, Famous for Delicious Sweets ⭐ (Motoyama, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto)

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*Information is current as of the time of reporting. Prices and hours are subject to change. Please confirm before your visit.