Cha-tŷ Info
Amenities
Service options
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Outdoor seating
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Dine-in
Offerings
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Alcohol
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Beer
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Coffee
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Free water refills
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Vegetarian options
Dining options
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
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Dessert
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Seating
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Toilets
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Wi-Fi
Crowd
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Family friendly
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LGBTQ+ friendly
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Transgender safe space
Payments
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Debit cards
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NFC mobile payments
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Credit cards
Children
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Good for kids
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High chairs
Other
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LGBTQ+ friendly
Best KPortal Reviews
Wonderful lunch and cake here - we had an iced coffee and green tea with our mains of chicken ramen and avocado salmon donburi. Everything was delicious but the cakes were incredible- matcha chocolate cake was unreal and chocolate triple layered cake was incredibly light. Even had a cup of yuzu tea for an extra sugar hit. Highly recommended!!
Finally visited Cha-tŷ yesterday and am so happy we managed to swoop in half an hour before closing time.
Cha-tŷ is an indie café in Swansea run by a Japanese lady called Marie. I heard about it via a friend years ago and have been meaning to go since.
I had a soy matcha latté, my partner had a watermelon cream soda and we shared a strawberry shortcake, which tastes just like the Chinese cream cakes we used to get on our birthdays growing up~ ???? (there's a lot of similarities and cross-overs in Asian cuisine).
There's also a little shop at the back full of little goodies from Japan. We bought a matcha whisk, so I can finally get some frothy matcha goin' on at home. ????
Pictured in the cabinet are wax models of ice creams that are on sale. This is a common feature in Japan to entice customers and manage expectations, but isn't really a thing here in the UK.
Traditional artwork dons the walls and nods to wabi sabi in the decor. I love the scrolls in particular.
They serve traditional Japanese food too, which varies. We already had a booking that evening, so didn't have a main, but will totally come back for one. I'm so, SO stoked they do omurice, as I've been wanting to try it for yeeeaaaars~~ No idea when they'll serve it next though. They update their Facebook Page more frequently than their Instagram account.
Service is a little slow atm, as I saw on a recent review that they've got new staff, so bear that in mind and be kind. It's a delightful little café and well worth visiting. ????
The true gem of the mumbles. I had heard from various patrons that this little tea room was a must go for breakfast.
I was not disappointed and would say this was the nicest breakfast I have ever had.
The staff were incredibly pleasant and made our visit one to remember and the speed of service was beyond expectations.
There is a small section of Japanese items for purchase to take home, including tea, coffee, miso, matcha etc.
If you are in the area and fancy a change from your usual western food, in a friendly and happy environment, then don't hesitate to visit Cha-ty.
Great value for money. Food felt very authentic. Make sure to check their today’s specials board. Came here 2 of the 3 days we were in Mumbles.
A hidden gem, delicious authentic Japanese food and tea. Excelente quality-price ratio.
Great salmon and rice, absolutely loved it.
They also make great cakes.
Nice modern cafe by Japanese owner
Enjoyed little precious Japanese things.
Amazing selection of high quality, authentic coffee and tea. Try it and you will never feel the same about a cuppa!
Perfect for lunch with it deliciously simple daily menu. All affordable, in great atmosphere and accompanied by exceptionally friendly service.
You can pick up some Japanese brewing gadgets as well!
Quick Facts About Cha-tŷ
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Opening Hours
| Monday | Closed |
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| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
| Saturday | 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM - 04:30 PM |
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