Italian restaurant • 2-chōme-1-2 Hirose, Yawatahama, Ehime 796-8002, Japan
A small Italian restaurant, 'Cafe Cuore,' stands in an alley in Yawatahama. You can enjoy the owner-chef's authentic flavors in a quiet space away from the hustle and bustle of the town.
The owner/chef, who trained in Italy in his younger days, is enthusiastic about both sticking to the authentic taste and utilizing the fresh ingredients from Yawatahama. There are also dishes on the menu that express the essence of Yawatahama, such as raw ham salad and gratin yakisoba. Each dish, carefully preserving the local seasoning while treasuring the Italian tradition, is truly an art piece of Yawatahama Italian cuisine.
The interior is wrapped in a warm atmosphere with calm lighting and brick-like interior. At the window-side counter seats, you can witness the chef's skills up close, and there are also semi-private table seats available. This stylish restaurant standing in a small back alley of Yawatahama is like a hidden retreat where you can spend a special time away from everyday life.
Amidst the deeply flavorful dishes that combine local ingredients with Italian technique, and in the leisurely flow of time, please savor a luxurious food experience that will become a cherished memory.
At Cafe Cuore, you can leisurely enjoy authentic Italian cuisine that the chef has made with all his heart. While feeling the blessings of Yawatahama's ingredients, savor the authentic Italian flavors passed down from Italy. The calm space in the alley may be a bit difficult to find, but that's exactly why it offers special moments. Please try the hidden Italian gem in Yawatahama, known only to the locals.