01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
Tucked into the Nakajuku neighborhood of Itabashi Ward, mi-na is best known for a fragrant banana cake baked completely free of artificial flavorings or preservatives. Every slice highlights the pure, gentle sweetness of the fruit, balanced by a dense, moist crumb that tastes wonderful warm from the oven or served chilled. Beyond enjoying it on-site during a relaxed coffee break, plenty of guests purchase whole slices to take home or give as gifts, with regular patrons known to keep a stash in the freezer.
Hearty Lunches and Comforting Café Plates
The savory menu is just as thoughtfully prepared as the sweets. Savory staples include a popular lunch-hour taco rice alongside classic Western-style pasta dishes like ketchup-based Nポリタン and tomato with garlic. Diners can also choose from comforting bites such as Spanish omelets, shredded potato-and-carrot galettes, and simple rice balls served with miso soup, easily adapting the meal to any hour or appetite.
Relaxed Downtime from Filter Coffee to Beer Cocktails
Each cup of coffee is prepared to order, offering a clean, sharp profile that cuts nicely through the richness of the sweet cake. Drinkers can also branch into playful alcoholic options, led by the signature Banana Beer topped with dense, puffy foam, as well as unique beer cocktails like the Double Cultured blended with Calpis. The compact space feels welcoming for solo visitors, and the outdoor terrace along the shopping street provides an airy spot to watch the world go by.
