Spending time at 7artscafe gives the feel of sitting in a cafe on a New York City street corner. According to their website, “the name refers to the seven traditional arts: architecture, dance, film, literature, music, painting and sculpture.” As opposed to overly formal art galleries, the atmosphere at 7artscafe is bright and open-minded. This is a direct reflection of owner Joseph Amato’s character. Artists can gather in this positive space and allow the mood to get their creative juices flowing.
Healthy cuisine and unique drinks are the focus of the menu here. You’ll find a wide variety of smoothies infused with fresh fruit and vegetables blended with things like protein, collagen and nuts. As you might expect, vegetarian fare is available, too. For drinks, we tried a Watermelon Ginger Cooler (¥770) and an Irish Whiskey Cream Cooler (¥990). The former was a luxurious smoothie blended with lemon and honey in addition to the two ingredients in its name–perfect for cooling the body on a hot summer day. The latter, a flavorful iced tea, had the aroma of whiskey, but was surprisingly non-alcoholic. For our lunch we chose a Hawaiian-style Chicken Panini and Chicken Salad Pita Bread (both ¥860). The hot sandwiches were a perfect match for our coolers.
The cafe is located a short distance off the main road, making it easily accessible, but out of the nearby bustle. Relax with your food and drink and take in the attractive artwork on display. We look forward to seeing how it continues to transform its appearance in the future.