A Showa-retro café and rest spot near the entrance of Nippombashi’s Otaku Road.
Located right at the entrance of Otaku Road in Namba-Naka, “CAROL” is a long-established Retro Japanese café founded in 1983. It offers a fully smoking-permitted counter, daily set meals, and everything from morning plates to lunch and drinks. It’s a great place to take a break during sightseeing—and a rare chance for international visitors to experience classic Japanese café culture.
Business hours are subject to occasional changes.
86 reviews
As of October 2026
He made adjustments to the food to accommodate Halal restrictions
Unassuming shop. Great cake and service
Thanks for this little Oasis in nibbombashi!
Pass. A. Way no good. Service.
The daily special, omusoba rice, was delicious. It's crowded because of its location. The lunch menu has a wide variety of options, so I'd like to go again!
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