FUGLEN ASAKUSA

Stepping into Fuglen Asakusa is like being transported to a cozy corner of Scandinavia. This charming cafe, with its minimalist design and warm lighting, offers a welcome respite from the bustling streets of Tokyo. But it's not just the ambiance that makes Fuglen special - their coffee is truly exceptional. I'm a sucker for a good hand pour, and Fuglen's certainly didn't disappoint. The barista expertly crafted my single-origin brew, taking the time to explain the nuances of the beans and the brewing process. The result was a rich, flavorful cup of coffee that was both complex and comforting. It was clear that the staff here are passionate about their craft, and their dedication to quality shines through in every cup. Beyond the coffee, the friendly and welcoming staff truly elevate the experience. They were happy to chat about the menu, offer recommendations, and share their love of coffee. It's clear that they take pride in creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for their customers. If you find yourself in Asakusa and are in need of a caffeine fix, Fuglen is an absolute must-visit. Whether you're a coffee aficionado or simply looking for a cozy spot to relax and recharge, you won't be disappointed. This is a truly special cafe that offers a taste of Scandinavian hospitality and some of the best coffee in Tokyo.

Coffee and food were average. The waffle was interesting not crispy and light - not to my liking. Place was comfortable but crowded with people making a beeline for their coffee. Needed to wait quite a while for the food.

We waited since there were a lot of people, and I understand it was busy. When it was finally our turn, the cashier left without saying anything. She must be tired. 🤣 Aside from that, everything was good. We got our food and coffee, and the guy who took our order was polite and professional.

It was right next to the busy Sensoji Temple. A nice place to stop by or having a morning coffee. Staff was friendly and professional with fast services. Seats were quickly occupied since there was a long line of guests. We ordered coffees and hot chocolate that were good, but not as excellent as expected.

Got there around 9:20am on a Saturday (was expecting it to be crowded so no biggie), found seats, ordered, got our coffees just a few mins later, but the food took about 30mins. Waffle with avocado, tomato, goat cheese was quite good, I wish the waffle would’ve been a little bit thicker. Staff was friendly. I think it’s a good place if you’re not in a hurry and can take your time. The decor and atmosphere is nice. Friend got the sourdough bread menu and she said it was pretty good.

The coffee was good but not memorable. The food is also average and a bit under-seasoned. But it's a chill place to hang out, with plenty of seating and great music in the background.

Just revisited the store recently after five years. Found new savory menus which was awesome. For non-coffee drinker like me, Fuglen's coffee is what I adore and can pracefully drink (all others Japanese style coffee is not my type due to my preference for a non-burnt roasted coffee). All waiters and waitresses are professional, active, customer friendly as I remember. Their English is great, it does help comforting people and suits the atmosphere of one of the most popular tourist spot. Really recommend for anyone comes around Asakusa and Senso-ji area.

Coffee is absolutely great! The staffs are extremely friendly even tho they’re crazy busy! The waffle was tasty too!(out of our expectations!) The demonstrations makes the waffles look a bit sad but it’s good!!! Crispy on the edge and a bit chewy on the inside! The guacamole+tomato paste waffle was good too!

I saw Fuglen on youtube from a blogger of course and the Norwegian waffles were the draw. Located away from the hustle/bustle of Asaksa is Flugen. Small shop with indoor and outdoor seating. After ordering, you'll get a pager for your order. The iced coffee was bitter and adding sugar did not help. The Norwegian waffle was good. I'm more of a pancake person over waffles. But knew I wanted to try these. Light with a little crisp. The chocolate ganache was a nice added touch. Kind of reminds you of an elevated Nutella. $11 for both, not bad at all!

I've been to this coffee shop before when I visited Japan the first time around back in September. My hotel was conveniently nearby this coffee shop so I had to visit again. I ordered the caffe latte as well as the Norwegian waffle with brown cheese, sour cream, and mixed berry. The waffle was delicious and the toppings were in perfect harmony with each other. It was slightly tart and a tad bit sweet. And the latte was a nice pick me up to start the day! The baristas were very friendly and the environment felt comfortable and warm, so you feel welcomed in. They do have more locations in other parts of Japan, so I would highly recommend trying this coffee shop out. They even open early, so if you're a bit of an early bird, that is a huge plus!

Food is average but ambiance and service is 5 stars. The waffles are the European style very thin and bready ( I would have preferred a little more cooked). We ordered one of everything for the waffle la and one of the sour dough dishes. They opened at a 8 on time with 10 of us online and then at 8:40 a long line out the door. Seems to be very popular among foreigners. Nice to visit to see the Japanese interpretation of this cuisine. Coffee menu is nice.

This was a nice little Norwegian spot. Very clean. No table service, but that's ok. It's popular especially on the weekend. Line forms just :30m after opening (Sunday). Music inside ranges from western hip hop to 50s-60s. I went here twice, first just for coffee--actually hot choco since they don't serve decaf--then for breakfast. I got the waffle with scrambled eggs, sausage and sautéd spinach. Very tasty. It's best to have a companion to get a spot at table while you order.

I highly recommend taking-in the Sensoji Temple and adjoining shrine at night. They're all lit up and the crowd size is about 80% less than during the day which provides for a tranquil experience. Walk west and you'll pass through the covered Nishi Sando shopping street, this coffee bar is at the end. I loved the Shakerato espresso drink. Music, service, and ambiance were great.

Would leave negative stars if I could. This was my worst casual cafe experience in my life thus far. I felt discriminated and unwelcome. I got kicked out from BOTH indoor and outdoor seating on a cold non-busy Wednesday evening at 8pm. Decided to visit here after dinner for some beer and cocktails drinks after seeing great reviews and word-of-mouth for being foreigner-friendly, but ended up being treated very poorly by the pretentious barista. We asked some basic questions about items on the menu and was approached with a rude attitude. My group of 7 were rejected at the door from even proceeding into the cafe because there weren't enough seats for us when clearly there were tons of empty seats. It wasn't a communication issue. After we were refused from indoor, we decided to sit at the outdoor bench on the street, then took turns ordering at the counter so we can watch our bags. The SAME BARISTA took the extra effort to kick us out again after we ordered four drinks while others in our party were still reading the menu and deciding what to order. His rude attitude about the one-drink-per-person policy really made us uncomfortable. We were eyed on like thieves. Two people from our party had just finished ordering and it just felt like the barista wanted us to leave. He treated other customers very differently and politely. We got so uncomfortable so we barely finished our drinks and left. Also, the price is not cheap at all, pretty expensive for Asakusa. Not to mention, cocktails were not made correctly. My hot wine was just warmed up cheap wine, not even as good as ones I've had elsewhere or made at-home.

I stopped by Fuglen to pick up a cup of iced latte after visiting the Sensoji Temple in Asakusa. The establishment is quite new and clean, and the baristas spoke good English. The latte was pretty average in my opinion. It was a big glass with probably 1/4 of espresso and 3/4 milk. Rather than calling it a latte, I would call it coffee milk lol. However, I did really enjoy sitting on the second floor and just people watching from above. It was a very comfortable space to relax after walking around. Overall, Fuglen is a pretty decent cafe. Rather than getting a latte next time, I would probably try other coffee beverages.

LUCKY WE FOUND THIS PLACE! I was hesitate about ordering greens on Belgian waffles because I always found waffles to be associated with sweets. But ordering the avocado Belgian waffle was my best decision! I love goat cheese so that's what really got me but the Belgian waffle itself had flavor. It had a hint of sweetness and the texture was crispy on the outside! Everyone who ordered seem to enjoy their waffle. The only part that didn't satisfy us that much was the service. We DID order 5 waffles so it took an average of 10 minutes per waffle. So by the time the last waffle came out it took it 30 minutes. The drinks were also a bit pricer than other cafes Highly recommend eating here though!!! Would come back!

Great service. Very few seats. Can't order a breve mocha. My search continues for breve mocha in Japan. Food is ok...not up to Bay Area standards. I'd pass on ordering food.

Honestly the coffee is overpriced and quite mediocre. We got the latte (hot) and mocha (iced) and the latte was at best milk with a splash of weak coffee. The mocha on the other hand was pretty good with a somewhat herbal note (may be bay or rosemary) and is definitely more complex in flavor. Interior of the cafe is amazing and in a adorable part of asakusa! Definitely an IG friendly cafe.

These guys know what they are doing. Tried a few different coffee and their espresso and it was all delicious. Loved their pastries and savory waffle too.