Motomachi Santos is a retro Japanese coffee shop and café in Kobe with pancakes, sandwiches, morning set breakfast, Kobe cheese toast and coffee.
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- Address
- 2 Chome-3-12 Motomachidori, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0022, Japan
- Phone
- +81 78-331-1079
- Website
- instagram.com
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Tabelog 100 #37 in 2022
Tabelog 100 #37 in 2022 gave Motomachi Santos 3.7pts in its Restaurant category. The format is a retro Japanese coffee shop and café, with casual service shaping expectations before a visit.
Pancakes, Kobe cheese toast and street scene
Pancakes, sandwiches, morning set breakfast, Kobe cheese toast and coffee define the order. Street-scene outlook, conversational noise and standard pacing make it workable for breakfast, lunch or dinner when conversation matters.
Price and Recognition
Comparable venues by category and price.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motomachi Santos | Chūō, Retro Japanese coffee shop & café | $ | , | |
| Mama no Eranda Motomachi Cake Motomachi honten | Chūō, Classic Kobe cake shop & café | $ | , | |
| Suzuki Shoten | Higashinada, Gelato & Ice Cream | $ | , | |
| un peu de | $ | , | Higashinada, Artisanal bakery and sandwich shop | |
| Akaneya Coffee Ten | $$ | , | Chūō, Traditional Japanese coffee shop (kissaten) | |
| arima gelateria Stagione | Kita, Handmade Gelato & Café | $ | , |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Tabelog 100 #37 · No. 37
Tabelog · Tabelog 100 - Kissaten - 2022
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At a Glance
- Classic
- Cozy
- Low Profile Address
- Quiet
- Casual Hangout
- Solo
- Brunch
- After Work
- Standalone
- Historic Building
- Design Destination
- Street Scene
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 8 AM–7 PM
- Tuesday
- 8 AM–7 PM
- Wednesday
- 8 AM–7 PM
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- 8 AM–7 PM
- Saturday
- 8 AM–7 PM
- Sunday
- 8 AM–7 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Reviews and features describe a small, non‑smoking, retro coffee shop with old‑fashioned decor, warm lighting, and a relaxed, nostalgic atmosphere that feels like stepping back into Showa‑era Kobe; it is cozy rather than trendy, with a calm buzz from locals and regulars rather than loud music or crowds.