Turret Coffee Tsukiji

This was the richest latte I’ve ever had. Unlike a typical latte, it leans more heavily on the espresso—both in quantity and flavor. The Kawasaki Latte was even more intriguing, with a perfect balance of coffee and whiskey. The harmony between the two lasted all the way to the final sip. Judging by the depth of the coffee flavor and the aroma of the whiskey, it likely required quite a bit in terms of ingredient cost. If I travel nearby again, I’d definitely come back. You can sense the owner’s philosophy: prioritizing character and flavor over calculating costs. He recommend the Kawasaki Soda in the summer.

Had my best drink ever; The Kawasaki Latte. Worth it 100x over. Small seating selection and a tight space. Highly recommend stopping by. They do plastic take away cups but I prefer to drink coffee in a mug. If you’re with a group and only one person buys a drink, not everyone is able to sit, due to popularity and sizing. Highly recommend!

Wow. That's all. Wife ordered the iced Turret Latte. It was extremely rich and strong, a super nice latte. I decided to get a little creative and ordered the Valencia Mocha. It was very, very good and incredibly unique. Clear orange flavors in a rich cup of coffee! We will definitely come again.

This was the best coffee I had when in Japan! There was a small line and it took about 15 minutes to order but it was worth it! Great coffee and environment to chat and brainstorm on what to do for the day! THIS IS A MUST TRY IF YOU LOVE COFFEE!

Monday morning, no queue, only a customer sitting outside. Turret latte was so bitter strong as they said. The milk was good but too heavy I couldn’t finish them. By the time I left the shop was crowded. From messages on the wall, seems like they are going to open in LA this September.

This outrageous coffee shop near Tsukiji serves really good latte. Super love their Turret latte & Valencia coffee latte (orange + chocolate). We ordered take out as the shop is pretty small & there was already quite a number of people in the shop & also in the Q.

The coffee is strong and yet flavourful. Space is always limited and yet they manage to sit around 10 (indoors and outdoors) Strong recommend that you pick up a cup of coffee here if you are in the area.

Excellent coffee with a strong, rich flavour. No frills, just quality. A great stop if you’re serious about your brew.

My friends and I were in need of some caffeine so early in the morning when we were wanting to go shopping in Ginza. We had plenty of time to spare, so we decided to go on a little adventure out here since one of us heard that this place was it for a cup of Joe. It's about a 10 min walk from Ginza for those who are curious by the way. We got there maybe around 10 am, and there was already a line forming outside of the shop. Keep in mind it's a pretty small area with just a counter to sit at inside and a bench outside, so definitely more of a grab and go situation. I had ended up getting a matcha latte, and it was smooth, frothy, and quite delicious! The flavor wasn't too overpowering with just the right amount of sweetness. The staff were friendly and helpful, and there was even an English menu available as well.

I stopped by this small little coffee shop located in Tsukiji for my morning coffee fix and it was quite busy. While waiting in line to order, you can read the menu on the board to decide what you want. I decided to go with the Turret Latte and it was the perfect hot drink to warm me up since it was quite a chilly morning. If you're looking for a coffee spot in the area, Turret Coffee is a good choice!

Tuesday May 9 66°F 45% After taking a stroll around Tsukiji Market, I needed some caffeine. This was my last day in Tokyo, so my schedule was jam-packed with things I wasn't able to get to early on in my trip. Turret Coffee was nearby and I thought it would be a great pick-me-up. The walk was about six minutes. It's located close to an elementary school and a seventeenth century Buddhist temple. There is a Tokyo Metro station nearby if you're traveling on public transportation. This cafe is very tiny. When you walk inside there are two stools by the counter on the left. If those seats are taken, they have a few benches set up outside. The space is not very ideal for reading, studying, socializing or working. Order, sip your drink, and leave quickly. Or take your cup to-go. There was only one barista working when I stopped by. Luckily there was only one person in front of me. A larger group came in when I left. I got their signature, their namesake Turret Latte. It's a very strong cup of joe, the flavors are intense and the crema is thick! Taste is on the bitter side, but not overly so. The steamed milk helps balance it out. Excellent espresso! Japan 2023 Yelp collection: yelp.com/collection/5VW1mYIyr54rstI8h9NrYQ/JAPAN-2023

One of the top coffee shops we visited during our trip was Turret coffee. It's a very small shop with limited seating, but the owner takes credit cards, is selling pastries and delicious Dorayaki made specifically for his shop, and has merchandise to take back home. The vibe is positive the minute you walk in the door. The owner has a huge smile on his face, is very pleasant, and puts service first. I ordered a mocha while the hubby ordered a latte. We sat inside and paired our drinks with a couple of pastries. The drinks were smooth, rich, strong, and creamy. We also purchase whole beans, a coffee cup, and 4 travel kits which are essentially to-go pour-over kits with ground coffee. It's quite delicious and very innovative. If I could go back, I would've ordered more beans, more kits, and a few more Dorayaki to bring back to the states.

Perfectly made matcha latte. Small space, but worth coming here. Good breakfast desserts! An outdoor seating area to enjoy sipping on your wonderfully crafted hot or cold beverage.

Amazing lattes. Generous latte portions! Cute small shop. Good vibes. Credit cards are accepted which is always a nice thing!

hard to find one coffee spot open early in Tokyo This store is close to Ginza I got the classic turret latte and one dorayaki, latte is good but dorayaki is too sweet for me The space is quite crowed, only can take 3 or 4 ppl inside.

Amazing coffee. Stumbled upon this shop after I saw a small line in an alley heading away from tsukiji market. Holy cow. The turret latte was very smooth while the sea salt latre had faint hints of caramel. Easily the best coffee I had in Tokyo, and better than anything in CA..up there with top coffee in my life. Every time I go to Tsukiji, this will be my go to place. Highly recommended!

my fav coffee spot in Tokyo. a small store down an alleyway, operated as a one man show. wait can be long, but well worth it. the Turret Latte is strong, just the way I like it. bought their pour over satchels last time, best believe I'm back for more

Serious coffee brewing is basically an espresso cart mostly catering to foreign tourists excellent marketing and very good coffee but is it wort it. It's not worth a special trip for this cup of coffee or location in my opinion.

I have never been a coffee person. In fact, I hated coffee but this place made me realize I didn't hate coffee, I just hated BAD coffee (aka Starbucks and the like). The service here is on point. They spoke good English, a necessity for all tourists here and were very accommodating. Seating area is a bit small and no public restrooms. I got the sea salt caramel latte and it was amazing. Rich and creamy and full of flavor with a subtle sweetness so that you can still get a flavor profile of the fragrant coffee beans. I have never had coffee like that before. Highly recommended!

Milk drinkers, order the Turret Latte for the best latte I've ever had. Nothing else comes to mind after being a coffee snob (asking about single origin at places for reference), in LA and Bay Area of California.

ここのラテが美味しすぎて驚いた。ホットは大きめのカップでがぼがぼ飲めるのもありがたい。店名のターレットはそう、築地荷物を運ぶターレットが由来で店内にズドンと一台入っていてそこに座れたり、物が置かれていたり。結構行列で理由がよくわかります。

Average at best. Not bad, but not amazing. Starbucks around the corner might be more worth your while or similar in quality whilst providing comfortable seating.

I was looking for a coffee place in the morning and decided to try this place out over the regular Starbucks. The inside is very well put together! I can see the owner took their time putting the restaurant together. I gotta say how the owner (I think it was her) was making the coffee was very rare and unique; something I'm always looking for in Japan. There was one time a customer left the door open and she asked me if I can close it because it would ruin the integrity of the coffee beans. That really impressed me because I love my coffee but coffee is life to her. I ordered a seasonal drink which I forgot what the drink was called but it had some sweet fruit in it with the coffee. Now that was something your big company Starbucks does not do! I can say the coffee was absolutely delicious! I appreciated coffee even more when I found this great coffee spot! I'll definitely choose this coffee place over Starbucks any day! どうもありがとうございました!

Didn't get a chance to go to many coffee places in japan so I decided to come here. It was a 15 minute walk from our hotel so luckily not too far! The gps wasn't the most accurate though so you might have to look around when you get close. They have a decent coffee menu and I ordered a Turret Latte. It was really strong!!! The first sip felt a little too much at first. After the first couple sips, I got used to it and enjoyed it. It's probably something with their beans that gives it a dark brown color. I didn't see that they also had a regular latte on their menu. If you come here for the first time, I think you should probably get that. The Turret Latte seems to be an acquired taste so if it's your first time, you might not like it. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Tokyo!

Great matcha latte! English-friendly menu and staff is nice. Seating is limited but nice benches inside and outside to sit and enjoy!

Turret Coffee had a great location and was an easy stop before we checked out the fish market. It was perfect that it opened early and that it was in walking distance to a ton of stuff. Super convenient!Plus the shop was so cute. We loved how it was decorated - very cool and trendy. We also loved the coffee and the service. The lattes were amazing, including the designs. I would recommend the sea salt caramel latte - just the right blend of salty and sweet. We were really glad to have good, hot cups of coffee on our walk. The staff were also fast, polite, and friendly. We didn't have to wait long for our coffee and the staff were personable. I was also pretty pumped about the sticker one of the baristas gave us after she noticed we were looking at their Patagonia sticker collection. We will definitely have to send a sticker for their wall.

Why 5 stars? Because this was the best coffee we had in Tokyo. --- --- --- When I was bookmarking places to eat and drink in Tokyo, I knew that Turret Coffee was definitely a place I wanted to hit up. With a 5-star average, it clearly was the highest rated coffee shop in the city on Yelp. It did not disappoint! Even though I have converted to drinking my coffee black, I couldn't resist ordering the most highlighted item: the sea salt caramel latte. It was pretty large, so the wife and I split it. It's been a while since I'd had a latte, but I definitely enjoyed this one. A weird side note is that I absolutely loved the small, ceramic cups that they provided water in. I asked where I could buy an equivalent but the person behind the counter wasn't sure. It was like a tiny version of a clay flower pot. Thanks for the post-Tsukiji Market pick-me-up, Turret!

A really great coffee shop not too far from Tsukiji Fish Market. My boyfriend really wanted to try a coffee shop instead of vending machine/convenient store coffees. We were glad that we stopped by here. They're known for ther "outrageous" drinks. My boyfriend got the turret latte and I got the sakura mochi macchiato(seasonal). The turret latte came out first and my boyfriend really liked it. One of the best lattes he's had. It looked pretty normal... so we didn't really understand why the cafe is known to be outrageous until my drink came out. It was very cute with the little plastic fish on top. We asked the barista how to drink it and he said to squeeze the fish so the syrup comes out and mix it. I really liked my drink. I'm not a huge coffee lover, but I enjoyed this.

While I'm not a huge coffee fan or enthusiast, I'm easily swept off my feet my unique coffee shops, and Turret Coffee is exactly that. Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere? A real perk of turret coffee is that they cater exceptionally well to English speakers. From their signage to their staff, English is widely and fluently spoken, which was much appreciated when I was fresh off my flight and in need of a pick me up. From there, after ordering my latte came out in maybe ten or so minutes even though the staff consisted of only a single person. Star. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? $5.00 for a latte is standard in Los Angeles, and I was shocked to find the same price point in Tokyo for a large portion no less. Good value. Star. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? This was an incredibly dark, rich, and bitter latte; and I think if I were a real coffee enthusiast it would have been the greatest thing ever. I'm not, but even so after a few acclamation sips I really appreciated it. Single Star. Star 5: Would you be excited to go back? Great shop that I'd be excited to return to. Star.

コーヒーはとてもおいしいです Psst! Excellent coffee is to be found in the Tsukiji area of town. The wee shop in question is just off the main drag and a stone's throw from the Hibiya Line (stop H10). You should visit if you give a fig about good coffee. Turret is very cozy with a few single seats, a small counter area & a 'bench' of sorts taking up a majority of the floor space. A regular customer who spoke with us while waiting for his drink claims that Turret makes the best coffee in Tokyo. After the first sip of latte, I am inclined to believe him. The beans used are roasted locally & hail from Brazil. The machine (I forget actually which Italian make it was--not La Marz) was in top-form as was our man at the helm. I wound up ordering two drinks in quick succession. Both were well-balanced and of good temperature, however the latte had a sweetness (perfectly steamed milk) that the macchiato did not. The flavor of the coffee came through well in both drinks & neither were bitter, nor sour. The latte was rather ample (I accidentally ordered a 'large') & looked to be around a 10-ouncer. The latte macchiato, what some might also call a cortado, came in a narrow glass holding about 3+ ounces, I'd wager. Some sweets in the form of cookies and cranberry-orange bread were on hand as well. Go to Turret! Have a nibble & a coffee & savor the moment! ***Turret has iced-drinks & Italian syrups for coffee for those so inclined

Best latte I've ever had! Located near the Tsukiji market, walk about 5 mins from the market towards Ginza direction, turn left at the corner of famous coffee chain, it will be on your left hand side. Very small inside. The owner takes pride in brewing every cup of coffee. I ordered Turret latte. Medium size and large size is the same price. The day I went, he said the beans are from Brazil. Latte had distinct smooth flavor to it, I could tell beans were roasted to perfection. Decor is simple and warm. I felt like I was somewhere in rural area, stoped by for the best cup of coffee. I could tell the owner really loves coffee, and he takes pride in what he does. Highly recommend for the best cup of latte.

What more can be added to prior reviews? Great coffee, great chai tea lattes, friendly baristas, cozy shop - and (for me) fantastic location right between Tsukiji metro station and my company's office! Already feel like a regular...

The Turret Latte is the absolute best coffee in the world. So incredibly dark, thick, rich, and oily. Location: Down a side street near Starbucks. For comparison, espresso almost anywhere in Italy comes in a very close second place.

Finally get a good rest after a long walk around Tsukiji Market. It is safe to say this is not the average coffee shop like the Starbucks less than ten feet away but an above average worth the 5 minute walk away from the hussle and bussle of the fish market. Turret has a very relaxing atmosphere perfect for a nice cup of Joe. I opted for the Sea Salt Caramel Latte ¥490 but I asked for an extra shop on top of the single shot that comes along with the Latte. The barista takes his time and makes the perfect latte for you to enjoy. I will definitely come stop by the next time I come to the fish Market. Also if you are not in the coffee mood go for the Hot Spiced Cider thats a nice warm me up drink full of flavor.

Great espresso drinks close to Tsukiji market. It's a tiny cafe and popular, so seating is limited; there's a bench outside as well. I ordered an espresso macchiato and it was beautiful. The espresso was so rich and smooth. They definitely know how to pull a good shot of coffee here, all with the terrific service that's almost automatic here in Japan. If you like good coffee and are in Tokyo, you can't do much better than Turret.

If you're looking for a more US hipster coffee, this is one of the places to try. Stopped in for a Mocha and a Turret Latte. The mocha is slightly sweeter than what I'm used to but it wasn't sweet like some of the US coffee chains. I would drink it again over the chains nearby. There was only one woman working when we stopped in on a weekday morning before 8. She's pretty fast so the line didn't seem to take too long. There was a steady flow of people coming in as we were leaving. Location is small; it seats about 10 or less people. Not sure how crowded the seating gets as we took our coffee to go. The woman spoke enough English to understand our order and their menu is also in English.

LOOOOOOOOOOVE! Honestly best coffee ever. I went every morning that I was there. Salted caramel latte, dirty chai where amongst the drinks I had. Their espresso is delectable. 10/10 recommend!

Some of the best coffee in the world! I know that sounds a bit far-fetched but I ensure you great. Like many things in Japan, Turret coffee is pushing the craft to new levels. Their menu is simple. If you're looking for a sweet potato frappe you might enjoy Starbucks more. However, if you're looking for an outstanding espresso macchiato or a wonderfully crafted latte (milk or soy) this the place. I suggested that you try it for yourself. If you're in the Ginza area stop by the Turret pop-up at Sony Ginza Park!

Go here instead of Starbucks (right behind Starbucks)!!! Small, cute coffee shop. The woman working was so kind and actually introduced us to a coffee shop back in Chicago we are going to try when we get home. The coffee was delicious, inexpensive, and large portions. 10/10 I recommend coming here for coffee!

Great, strong, and bold coffee can be found here! My girlfriends and I stopped by after our foodie adventure at Tsukiji Fish Market. This is a very hippy, small cafe with English music playing in the background. This really reminds me of a New York style cafe. Upon arrival, you will smell the wonderful aroma of the coffee roasting. It was very fitting since it was chilly outside. Mocha Coffee. I was in the mood for mocha which is very unusual for me. It did not disappoint! It was a well balanced flavor of chocolate and coffee. It was creamy but not thick. It definitely warmed me up instantly starting from the inside. Baristas were really friendly and patient! Knowing that we are tourists, they made us feel very welcomed. Stop by and hang out for a while!

After our meal at Yamazaki in Tsukiji's Inner Market, we made a stop at Turret Coffee for a pick-me-up since we had gotten up at around 4:30am that day. The shop is very close to the main train station and is very English-friendly. The café itself is pretty small with 2 bar seats and one large seating area in the middle. If there are a more than 8-10 people in here, it's already too crowded to accept anymore To-Stay orders. I had a regular café latte, which sported some of the prettiest latte art I've ever seen. The coffee was pretty smooth and I didn't need sugar at all. The cups are large, and boost their cute little logo.

Turret coffee is a short walk from the nearby Tsukiji fish market. After dining at Sushi Dai and wandering the fish market, we stopped by right when they opened at 7:00 am for a cup of what some say to be the best coffee in Tokyo. After trying their sea salt caramel latte, I'm a believer. In recent years, I've strayed away from lattes, finding most of them to be overly sweetened and so much milk/foam, that it overpowers the actual coffee taste. However, the lattes here have the perfect balance. The sea salt caramel latte is everything a latte should be. I also tried the seasonal latte, which was a fun popcorn latte, topped with cheese and caramel popcorn. The interior is small, but cozy and the main attraction is an actual turret that you can sit on and enjoy your cup of coffee. If this is Japan's attempt at hipster third wave coffee, they hit the bullseye.

Best latte I've had. I'm not normally a latte person but the turret latte was delicious. Crafted in a way that leaves a rim of dark smoky rich coffee on the edge that matches perfectly with the milk. Good to the last drop. Small shop, limited seating but cozy. I read the coffee book and it was interesting to learn about coffee culture in Tokyo.

This coffee shop has a bit of a hipster vibe. I believe the gentleman that you see ringing up your order and making your drink is the owner of this establishment. It is close to the metro station so you can either get a cup of coffee on your way to or from Tsukiji Fish Market. Don't waste your time and go to the Starbucks on the main street, just turn left and walk down the street and you'll stumble upon this hidden little gem of a coffee shop. My husband got the Sea Salt Caramel Latte and I got a specialty drink with a green tea Popsicle with the drink. Both of the drinks were really good. My husband's drink was bold and smooth, with the right balance caramel and sea salt. My drink was interesting, I enjoyed drinking the coffee and eating the green tea dessert bar along the way. You can tell the man cares about his work and making the perfect drink each and every time. If you're in the area you should stop by. It's a bit cozy inside with limited seating, but you can always take it to go.

Stumbled on this place during my second to last day in Tokyo so I ordered two cups a day to make up for lost opportunities. Dark roasts make the coffee very strong, tasty (my preference) and also results in beautiful latte art. The barista is super nice and makes my latte as I finish even though I ordered both at once. How considerate! There's a giant fish market cart (is it called a turret?? Thus this prop piece, logo, name?) inside the shop with cushions where you can finally achieve your dream of riding on one. This coffeeshop itself is a destination. Idk why anyone would go to Starbucks in the shop next door.

Nice little coffee shop hidden away near Tsukiji Fish Market. Really cool that one of the seats in the middle of the shop is the flat bed of a Turret truck! The coffee is really good here and everyone was saying their lattes and speciality drinks were also excellent. Definitely worth a stop if you're looking for some good coffee to start your day before a long day of walking and enjoying the sights at Tsukiji.

In this little corner right out of metro Tsukiji station, you should not miss this local coffee shop! I tried out their seasonal macchiato latte - which in this mid oct season is mixed with red bean and is super tasty and not as crazily sweet as what's offer by typical chain stores. They sell typically type of coffee (drill, latte etc) and small snacks such as dorayaki. Interior decor is cute with some counter seats and also seats on an old truck! Nice chill ambiance - and they had some billboard radio on, comparing to jazz or super quiet music usually played in the other similar types of cafes. - however, the store itself is small with about 10 seats available indoor and a red bench outside in case you are looking for a study spot.

I'm from San Francisco, one of the snobbiest espresso cultures (not quite Melbourne status, but getting there), so keep that in mind. Coming to this quaint (seats about 15 max inside), industrial/hipster-styled coffee shop, playing American pop was a highlight of our trip. I tried the cortado, macchiato (both hot) and also an iced americano. All were well-balanced and very different as they should be. This is not a place to go if you're in a hurry. Each cup is hand-crafted and clearly made with attention to detail. The owner, Kiyoshi, is a friendly, dedicated proprietor who was behind the bar every time we went. He seemed genuinely pleased to see us and every customer that walked through the door. Bottom line: go for the world class espresso crafted and served with a taste of true Japanese class.

I thought a turret was a rounded tower that stuck out from a castle, so when I heard they had an 'actual turret' here I was mildly amused... Until I walked in and stared at an antique truck/ forklift, like the ones we saw driving around the fish market.. BINGO. Yes, there are a bunch of these zipping around at the nearby market, so while this coffee shop has other locations, this one couldn't be more fitting to the area. Pretty solid selection of coffee here and apparently they use coffee beans that won the "Coffee Fest Latte Art" world championship. I ordered the *Mocha sea salt caramel latte* for 490 yen. This came out in a gigantic cup! Flavors were really spot on and it was the perfect combo between salty and sweet. Very robust with a lasting bitterness to really create plenty of dimension for a latte even! Latte art was beautiful and shop was cozy even though it was a little small. Such a treat for an early morning pick-me-up!

Turret Coffee has some great, rich lattes. The blend seems especially dark, and it tastes great. I recommend it! Two notes -- Turret is cash only, and seating is limited. Still, very much worth checking out.

The closest thing to volcanic ash I've consumed since Bearpond Espresso. The darkest, dankest, shortest ristretto I've experienced thus far. Apparently some people like that sort of thing.

Turret coffee is a small place tucked in a side street, so do not miss it! They have soy milk for those lactose challenged like me, haha. The barista is friendly and usually works alone. The coffee is beautifully presented and simply lovely.

OMG...I'm from Seattle and am NOT a Starbucks lover...I find their beans to be over roasted and it just leaves a bad taste in my mouth. I do however like small coffee houses that are unique and not a chain. I found this place after leaving Tsukiji market and I'm so glad I found it! It's around the corner from Starbucks (hehe)...I'm coming back tomorrow. （） I ordered the sea salt caramel latte...and it had a great taste of sweet, bitter, leaves a light caramel aftertaste.

Don't be duped. Latte art is on point but the actual coffee is horrendous- over roasted coffee beans, burnt, poorly extracted, bitter, etc. (This is why some people say they hate coffee.)There's a Starbucks on the corner, and as much as it pains me to endorse it, you're better off.

We had a not-so-successful trip to the fish market as tourists and needed a place to regroup and cool off. After reading some great reviews we decided on this place. It's a little off the path in my opinion but worth finding! There are a few other coffee shops in the area but definitely take the time to try this one. English menu and English speaking staff. Small space so I could see it getting crowded easily.

Cute little espresso shop tucked away behind (and around corner) from the Starbucks in Tsujiki down from the old fish market. DIY vibe with a friendly barista made me a 2 shot latte with a heart to boot. Tasty and well crafted with a 'take-away' option for those on the go.

A great coffee shop that's close to the Tsukiji Fish Market, perfect post sushi breakfast drink. I was relieved that the sea salt caramel latte was light on the sweetness and the foam had created a really good bitter aftertaste to complement the sweetness. They give you a large cup of latte for a solid price and tasted great! Very English friendly, and had a few seats to sit and enjoy your coffee in house.

I think this is the best latte I have had in my life. It is a dark roast that makes it quite unique but not even the slightest bitterness to it. it has chocolate notes. So smooth and bold at the same time. It is a very cool little spot with some seating inside and out. The service was outstanding as well. Very kind people. I love the logo as well!