Mel Coffee Roasters

Excellent coffee choices for pour over. Wish there were more selections for espresso (only two). Went with the Ethiopian. Given the quality of single origin, was definitely overpriced. The pour over game however, appears well worth it. I'll be going back to try others. It is a take out cafe, best be prepared for that as there are no seats. Staff really know what they are doing and take their time to hear your needs and aid you in the selection. They are warm and inviting. Was definitely worth the detour.

Mel has great coffee! I’ve seen some judgmental comments on xhs, but I really enjoyed their pour-over and latte—they’re exactly my style. Maybe it’s because I ordered a Geisha for both? It was smooth, floral, fruity, and flavorful—not too thick or overly creamy. Clean and tasting flavour profile. I can’t comment on their regular coffee since I only tried the Geisha, but I noticed some people said their latte feels watery. I think it’s intentional—they probably balance the flavor profile with their pour-over, and I love how that carries into the latte too. They probably want to keep the coffee flavour clear and clean, allowing the fruity or floral notes to shine through, rather than a thick, creamy texture. But yeah, their Geisha is pricey (it’s the truth abt geisha) but it’s kinda worth it for me, HAHA! Still, taste is such a subjective thing. And kudos to the staff who explained different flavour profiles patiently. ;) I will definitely be visiting them again. Cheers!

This coffee shop is definitely worth visiting. It was awarded second place for the best coffee shop in Asia. The coffee beans are roasted in-house, so you can really enjoy the fresh taste. However, I feel it’s a little expensive.

One of the best hand drip coffee I had. They are coffee stand so no seat at all, only 2 benches in front of the store. Lots of customers and they took time to make your coffee so prepare for waiting time but it worth for it. Price are a bit high but quality is the price to pay. Enjoy!

Probably one of the more impressive coffee experiences I've ever had. Masa and his team are a phenomenal example of what specialty coffee truly is. A tiny space, using absolutely every single inch to its fullest, jammed in with an L5 and Linea. The pourover of Takesi was likely the best cup of coffee I’ve had in a year. Huge kudos to his team and to the business and shop they’ve built, and thank you for being so kind and a wonderful example for our industry.

⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ “Mel’s Café: The perfect spot for delicious cappuccino and impromptu photo shoots!” After two weeks of caffeinated exploration through Tokyo, Nagoya, and Kyoto, I finally stumbled upon Mel’s Café and discovered a truly delightful cappuccino – definitely worth the 700 Yen! The blend was rich and velvety, making it the best I’ve had in Japan so far. However, a couple of things kept this experience from being perfect. First, they serve their amazing cappuccino in a paper cup. Because who wouldn't want to sip a delicious, meticulously crafted drink out of something that’s typically reserved for office coffee? It’s a bit like serving a gourmet meal on a paper plate – just doesn’t do it justice! Plus, not exactly a win for sustainability. Secondly, the café seems to be a hotspot for the “youngsters” social media enthusiasts. Expect a backdrop of camera clicks and selfies galore. It’s like being in the middle of a spontaneous photo shoot. So, if you’re looking for a quiet place to enjoy your coffee, you might want to bring noise-canceling headphones. All in all, Mel’s serves up a fantastic cappuccino worth trying, even if you have to drink it from a paper cup while dodging selfie sticks. If they switched to real cups and toned down the photo ops, it would be a 5-star experience for sure!

Small corner cafe, seemingly for grab-and-go. The team is very well-mannered and polite, however service was very slow (+30 minutes waiting time) and some orders were mixed up. We tried the ‘Blend’ and ‘Light’ options for the day. The notes were faint and overwhelmed. This was disappointing given the price and quality of other cafes. I wonder if the quality was compromised by the queue and service issues. This is difficult to recommend this cafe given other options in the area for price and quality.

Mel Coffee Roasters is definitely worth a try. I waited about 20 minutes, but for a quality coffee, it was well worth it. The coffee beans were fresh, and both the espresso and the café latte were smooth and creamy. It’s an excellent choice if you’re in search of great coffee, and the service was excellent too.

IT'S TRUE! This drip coffee here is hands down the best drip coffee I've ever had. I usually need to add milk/sugar to my coffee - so wasn't sure to expect here but figured if they're known for drip coffee I had to try. It was soooo smooth! Not bitter at all! Could drink this every day. Highly recommend visiting if you're in Osaka!

"Mel" stands for "Melbourne" Australia. I've been to various coffee fanatic cities around the world, but I must say that the #1 Coffee City is Tokyo, followed by Melbourne as #2. The founder of Mel Coffee Roasters spent some time in Melbourne working at a coffee specialty cafe (he explained that it was what now is Rumble Coffee Roasters). He wanted to bring some of Melbourne's Coffee culture essence to Osaka, thus called his new shop "Mel". You can enjoy both espresso and dripped coffee here. They also sell coffee beans in a stylish bag. On the day I went, they had 5 types of single origin beans to choose from for 400 Yen a cup. They also had an original been for 350 Yen. I went wth their Nicaragua Limonchillo and it was delicious. A well balanced coffee between bitterness and sourness. NO SEATS: They have one bench seat outside their shop and that is pretty much it. Absolutely no seats inside the shop. consider Mel to be a takeout only shop. FOOD: No sweets sold here. Look across the street. Yo will find a bakery called Sous Le Ciel. Buys some of their chilled chocolate danish like sweets called "Zakkuro" (250 Yen). Enjoy Mel's Coffee with Zakkuro in your hand. This area of Osaka is turning into a coffee heaven. You have Lilo Coffee, Mondial Coffee, and now Mel Coffee Roasters all within a walking distance from each other. The founder of Mel, Masahiko Fumimoto, likely speaks some English, so chat with him about Melbourne; mate.