Absolutely one of my favorite study spots in Richardson. Excellent drinks, cute and relaxed atmosphere and friendly staff! Their food is excellent. This isn't the kind of Japanese restaurant where you come for sushi or ramen. It's really more like comfort food and street food. Things like omurice, takoyaki, hot dogs (yes hot dogs and they're delicious), yakisoba, and my favorites: their curry and okonomiyaki pancake. TLDR: An excellent study spot with good food, good drinks, and good vibes. Highly recommend. read more

Okaeri Cafe is one of the cutest cafes in the DFW area!! I absolutely adore the vibe and layout of the cafe, it feels extremely comforting to eat here. I have been here twice already, and I have tried their curry & their kids meal. The curry is fairly standard, I do wish the rice was a little fluffier. However, the kids meal was so cute! The rice came out shaped as a panda!! The second time I came here was for a photoshoot. The staff was so sweet and accommodating! I was given the okay when asking for permission, and I believe the employee that helped me out was named Rin. Thank you for ensuring I had a good experience at the cafe!! I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in the Richardson area read more

Okaeri Cafe is hands-down one of the cutest spots we've been to. From the moment you walk in, you're surrounded by the most adorable Shiba Inu merch, which instantly sets the tone. Cozy, charming, and full of personality. Since it's a small cafe, we honestly didn't expect it to be very kid-friendly, but we were pleasantly surprised to find high chairs available. As parents of 16-month-old twin boys, that alone made our experience so much easier and immediately won us over. Food-wise, everything was just as delightful as the atmosphere. We ordered the kids katsu nuggets, and the rice came shaped like a panda. A PANDA. It was almost too cute to eat (almost). Our boys absolutely loved it. We also had the omurice with a side of tonkatsu and the loaded fries, and every dish was delicious, comforting, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Okaeri Cafe manages to be charming, tasty, and surprisingly family-friendly all at once. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town! read more

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I love the macaroni pasta salad and potato salad-Japanese style of course. I usually get the shrimp bento or shrimp curry and get the two sides to go. They have japanese style seating for two people only though. Service is always great. You can select curb side if you order online. read more

This place is super clean and organized. It included a lot of anime toys and plushies to look at.In the back, there was a Japan looking place to sit.When I sat there, I truly felt like I was in Japan. Perfect for anime lovers. read more

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The service at this Japanese Cafe was amazing and they were very sweet and catering. As someone who isn't the biggest fan of curry I thoroughly enjoyed the Curry here! The food is very delicious and tasteful. The loaded fries were amazing was well! I will be back. I love the setting in this place as well. It's very cute inside read more

Okaeri Cafe - Okaeri Loaded Fries - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Such a cute cafe in Richardson! I wanted a place to sit and do work with both snack and drink options, and Okaeri Cafe delivered. I didn't want anything too filling so opted for the chicken karaage, which was overpriced for what it was ($9 for 5 pieces). The texture was also a little off, it looks like they used a wet batter as opposed to tossing it in dry starch as it is classically done. It was still relatively crispy and tasted fine with kewpie, lemon, and togarashi but lacking the signature texture of karaage. The hojicha strawberry latte was a great balance of umami and sweet. If you haven't tried hojicha but love matcha, definitely give it a go! It's like matcha's nuttier cousin. Definitely mix it well before drinking! All the tables were full on a Sunday afternoon, so I opted to sit in one of the wooden cubbies with floor cushions. I love sitting cross legged and taking my shoes off when I study lol so this was perfect for me! But something to keep in mind if you're trying to spend longer here. read more

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First time trying Japanese curry here and it was definitely a fun experience. My brother, who has actually had curry in Japan, said it is really close to authentic. I can see how it is an acquired taste, but I enjoyed it. We ordered a good mix of things. The loaded fries were AMAZING. The portion was big and they were so good that we ate them so fast I forgot to take a picture. I had the tonkatsu curry, and the tonkatsu was perfectly crispy with great flavor. We also tried the omurice, which was flavorful, and the gyudon, which was tasty but very heavy on the onions. The only thing I did not love was that they ask questions like "Did you want the egg on it?" which makes it sound included, but it is actually an extra charge. Just something to watch out for. For drinks, I got the matcha frappe and it was solid. It was not too sweet, and their whipped cream is seriously next level. The cafe itself has a very quiet atmosphere and small tables, so it feels better suited for a study spot or a small group rather than a big gathering. They even have traditional Japanese seating on the ground, which adds to the vibe. Overall, I would say it is a spot worth checking out if you want to try Japanese comfort food in Richardson. read more

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Having seen multiple stories and pictures of this place on social media, I had high hopes it would deliver. Unfortunately it was not the case, the service here is nothing to be proud of, the staff was unhelpful when we called ahead to see how busy they were. When we arrived the staff member at the register seemed bothered and unfriendly. Not many smiling faces or enthusiastic expressions to make you feel welcomed. Inside the decor was cute but nothing I haven't seen before, there were tatami style seating but it was limited. We sat at a table with our an order number for them to recognize us, it took quite a bit of time for the food to arrive to the table, and when it did, the staff just dropped it off and left. I'd expect a bit more service for a place that asks for a tip after paying for your meal. As for the food, though it looked appealing, it was just that. The pancake was nothing special, I've had better and this was only bearable to eat because of the mayo. However the cabbage on the inside was nice and the bonito flakes were fine (tasted like the store bought version in a can) As for the Omurice, let's start with the egg, it was done well and the texture was as I expected, soft and fluffy. The rice on the inside was ok but the sauce/gravy was so salty. We had to remove it to be able to taste the rest of the dish. The steaks that accompanied it tasted like sausage patties that you buy at a grocery store. I don't normally rate places lower than a three, but I was definitely displeased by the experience. read more

Okaeri Cafe - Okonomiyaki Pancake - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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This place is so cute with all the Shiba Inu decorations. I got their loaded fries, pandan matcha, and an espresso with oat milk and cinnamon. The pandan matcha latte is good but I have had better matcha elsewhere. The coffee has a sour taste and they said it's from the espresso. The coffee doesn't taste that strong or bitter, but it was just bitter. It tastes really off and we tried adding sugar, but it just doesn't taste good. The workers were really nice and they offered to make us a different drink, but it's ok. We didn't really like the drinks but the food was good. I think they use takoyaki toppers for their loaded fries, and there are also a lot of different sauces they put on it. The prices for everything were pretty cheap and reasonable, I might come back to try other food items. read more

Okaeri Cafe - Okaeri Loaded Fries - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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delicious cafe! very cute seating that makes you feel like you're in japan. i got the pandan matcha and it was one of the best lattes i've had- it balanced so well and wasn't overly sweet by any means. there are also plenty of plantbased options. i enjoyed the vegetable dumplings in particular. overall a delicious and unique cafe. by the restroom, there are cute trinkets, the lucario shrine being my favorite. read more

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Okaeri Cafe has a lot to offer! My friend and I came to visit from the Bay Area, and we were so happy to get recommendations from our local friends to come here. Ambiance - It was such a cute area. Divided in half, one felt more like a seating area for a quaint cafe, while the dining area had a side with little tables and seats as well as three booths where you would remove your shoes to sit on a pillow in front of a low table. The aesthetic is really cute with lots of green plants to complement the wooden clean accents. Definitely a cute area to bring a few friends with or even by yourself! Parking - The parking lot is a bit small, but nothing bad at all! Service - We were attended to as soon as we walked in, and seating us, taking our orders, bringing the food out, as well as the bill was all swift and prompt. Food - The menu had so many good options, but knowing that the portions would be large made it difficult for us to choose just one! Half the menu is for drinks ranging from coffee, matcha, teas, snacks, even ice cream! The price is amazing for how much food you get - my friend and I couldn't finish more than half of our plates! - Omusoba: I got this dish, it was really good! They bring it out fresh, and and flavors are amazing but not overwhelming at the same time. The presentation was adorable. - Chicken Katsu Curry: My friend got this, and as someone who isn't a big fan of this usually, I actually really enjoyed it. The chicken was moist and soft while being perfectly crunchy on the outside. The curry was delicious as well. Overall, I would definitely recommend this spot to anyone who loves Japanese or overall Asian food! It was totally worth the price, and if I was local to this area, I would definitely be a regular here. read more

Okaeri Cafe - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

Drinks here from matcha to iced lemonades are so good. matcha latte is well balanced not overly sweet. the sandwiches are comforting and filling, katsu with a kick of spicy, tonkatsu for a sweeter alternative and spam if that's your preference. service is kind and courteous and prompt the ambiance is quiet and excellent place to relax with some background lofi cafe music highly recommend! read more

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Really enjoyed the food and lovely service here. Everything was delicious and the service was excellent. This spot is quiet with several seating options (including traditional low tables and tatami mats). There were lots of food and drink options that would satisfy most diets and tastebuds. Parking is in the lot in front of the building and the entire establishment is sparkling clean. Will have to come back!! read more

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This is a very cute izakaya style coffee shop cafe. The tonkatsu curry was very good, as was the gyoza. This was our first omurice experience and I don't think it was what my husband was expecting. All in all, I recommend giving this place a try! read more

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What a fun Cafe and the food was delish! The kids had such a fun experience and yummy desserts too!

One of my favorite Japanese words is "Okaeri"--it means welcome back. That's also the name of this café, which I thought was super cute. The vibe inside is very homey and cozy, definitely a nice spot to relax. They have buns, sandwiches, and other light bites, which kind of reminded me of a Japanese convenience store. I ordered the Omu-yakisoba (omelet with fried noodles), but it was way too oily and a bit disappointing. Usually yakisoba comes with pork and plenty of veggies, but this one hardly had any, so it felt pretty empty. My husband tried the special green tea noodles with veggie tempura, but the noodles were overcooked and mushy, and the tempura was just okay. Overall, the food wasn't really for us, but the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I think it's a nice place to just grab tea and enjoy the cozy space. read more

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Very clean little bakery/coffee shop. The service was really good. They welcomed us when we walked in with a Huge smile. The tables and seats were clean, and the atmosphere was very relaxing and soothing. Lots of natural light sleeping in through the windows as well. Parking is out front and easy to manage. This place is also next to a lot of other Asian restaurants and grocery stores and bakeries. I got a sandwich here and it was very delicious. read more

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One of my favorite cafes when in Dallas, Texas. I love the variety of dishes that are available from omurice, chicken teriyaki, and onigiri. The food is made fresh and has such a nice flavor and mouth feel. I also love their matcha and black sesame drinks as they are not too sweet. Definitely a place I look forward to going back the next time I'm in town. read more

Okaeri Cafe, unfortunately, has proven to be quite the disappointment. The interior is cute and gives very Japanese culture vibes. However, this is as far as what I think they've done well. SERVICE: The cafe is almost a DIY experience. You order at the counter, seat yourself, get your own waters. The staff does not come back to check up on you at any point in time during your stay. I almost want to say I wish I could DIY my own food as well. It's safe to say that there's virtually almost no level of service here, which I'm fine with, provided that they did not prompt us to tip. Of which, we did tip the staff for service that was virtually non-existent to my regret. FOODWISE: We ordered the Omurice Hamburg Steak and Okononiyaki Pancake, both of which were either another a disappointment or lackluster at best. The Omurice's rice is already infused with the sauce, but the dish is additionally served bathe in a pool of more meat sauce that is VERY SALTY and uncalled for. I recommend setting aside the sauce on a separate saucer for customers to control how much sauce to add. A simple solution but would go a long ways. The egg is beautifully done but the way the sauce was handled makes this dish a let down. The Pancake was a deviation from typical Japanese style. The interior is filled with cabbage which I do appreciate, however, there is no squid or octopus inside. Additionally, the unagi sauce drizzle was way too excessive and was also very salty. This was a miss for me no matter how cute the ambiance was. It's a food cafe and I expect that to hold its weight. read more

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The ube matcha was amazing!! Definitely one of my favorites in Dallas. You get a good serving size with a nice amount of matcha. I would definitely recommend! Service was fast too! read more

Okaeri Cafe - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

The food, service and ambiance and great! The coffee was perfect also. The Chicken Teriyaki was wonderful. read more

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I had quite the delictable experience at this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant! The food was great; I'm always a fan of gyoza, and there's was as good as I've had it, but I've never had tonkastu before, much less with Japanese-styled curry, but it was a super delicious meal. The staff were very kind and helpful, and the service was top-notch. The parking lot is VERY small, and I had to park a ways away and walk, without a sidewalk, so be aware of their peak hours and maybe check in outside of those The vibes were very café-like, so very low key and quiet; granted, I'm very much an introvert, but I didn't feel all that comfortable "exploring" the place. Had I known there were traditional spots to eat at their chabudai tables, I'd have leapt at the chance, but that's just something for me to be aware of for next time I'll certainly be returning to check out more of the traditional Japanese fare! read more

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Hojicha and Matcha Lavender lattes weren't too sweet which is a really good thing for most tea enjoyers! I personally have a sweet tooth but still very much enjoyed the drinks. The Omurice paired w/ Chicken Katsu was MAD delicious. The Chicken Katsu was super crispy and tender, a little fatty, which I absolutely love. The sauce on the Omurice had a thick viscosity to it, which i'm not too used to but still really enjoyed. Service was EXCELLENT, honestly earned the 5 because of it. My gf's phone died and they offered to charge it in the back! They also redid her drink because she wanted oat-milk but forgot to request it in the order. Which was super nice of them! Atmosphere was hella cozy, a lot less packed than the other cafe down the street, had sitting spots like in Japan, and overall made it a good study spot. Overall 5/5, will come back for sure! read more

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OUTSTANDING! Everything is delicious! Staff ks wonderful! Clean and inviting! Would HIGHLY recommend!

Parking: front of the store but limited space Food: delicious, their curry with the omelet was great! Recommend ordering that! And so is the musubi katsu we're huge! The drinks we got was delicious as well. Service: we did a takeout order as space inside was limited. Ambiance: it was nice and it's a cute small space. You have the option to sit on a chair or on the floor with pillows laid down for you. read more

Overall, very cute little restaurant/cafe with great service. I highly recommend trying the drinks. I really liked my strawberry matcha and usually I'm super picky with my matcha drinks. The food was decent. The omurice was plated beautifully but a little too salty for me. Would recommend eating it with ketchup. The katsu bento box was good, nothing exceptional. I think our favorite was the okonomiyaki, just cause not a lot of places offer it here. Looking forward to seeing their different menus throughout the seasons. read more

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This is the top 3 foods I've ever ate in my entire LIFE, food is amazing, the cashier was so nice, and the service is amazing. It's also very quiet, the ambiance is amazing. I've been there like three times, and it's so good, did I mention the food was so good read more

Okaeri Cafe - Amazing hot dog - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

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Excellent little Japanese cafe that serves classics like Omurice and Japanese curry. Staff was very friendly and the foodntasted very authentic. There is some traditional seating, too. If you.feel like a little taste of Japan, it's a good place to visit. read more

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This was overall such a memorable and amazing experience for me and my family. The strawberry matcha was absolutely divine and good quality, And the omurice was perfectly satisfying along with not being too heavy, leaving me perfectly content. My sister ordered the Chicken Katsu Curry, and it was perfect as well. We also had some pineapple soft serve to finish, which was refreshing and just what was needed. The staff was kind, attentive, and would clean the tables regularly and well. The atmosphere is very relaxing and pleasant to be in. We cannot wait to come back the text time we visit Dallas! :) read more

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My favorite spot to get matcha has special menu items this month! I really enjoyed how the ube flavor complemented the matcha after I gave some time for the foam to settle into the drink. The inside is super cute and there's ample seating for those who want to enjoy their drink there. Service is quick as well. read more

Okaeri Cafe - Matcha latte w/ ube foam - Japanese Near Me - Richardson, Texas

I love getting the matcha here at Okaeri! I got a strawberry foam matcha latte, and it hit the spot! I also got an Okonomiyaki Pancake. This was a nice appetizer that was slightly crispy. I would give it a 7.5/10. The yakisoba with pork is my favorite thing to get here. The chewy noodles paired with the veggies and pork makes the perfect lunch! The seating area is quite small but perfect for 1-4 people. Our food and drinks came out super quickly as well! Overall i would recommend coming for some home japanese food. read more

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Coming back from Japan recently I wanted to find something that reminded me of Japan so I came here so I had good reviews online and decided to give it a try. Right away, I got the kimchi hotdog and the Japanese fried chicken karage. These were both amazing. What l was cool about this spot as they had They had a sit down on the floor seating just like Japan. Also regular seating. My buddy got their beef bowl and their chicken dumplings and love them. They have so many Japanese snacks. It was so cool and they also had the Japanese famous egg sandwich which we also got the restaurant was clean, which is always a plus and the service was great.Next time I'm in Texas I'm definitely gonna check this place out again for new items! read more

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Disclaimer: this was first posted on google maps a year ago! I just made a yelp account! My apologies if there has been changes since then! I've been here a couple of times; both by myself and as well as with my friends. I would say that it is a good place to study at in the morning because it is quieter. Towards the end of the day, more people come in to actually have meals so I wouldn't recommend coming in to study then. Food-wise, I've gotten their bento boxes before and they were okay. Sometimes it's good but then sometimes it could be a little bland. The Loaded Fries are really good, actually quite filling. I tried to find a picture but it seems like I lost it. I haven't really tried any of their specialty drinks other than the Charai Guy. It was pretty good if you enjoy brown sugar syrup like I do! Update: I came back a couple of times and I have a couple of thoughts! I got to try some of their seasonal drinks. I believe it was the Cherry Blossom Matcha Latte and the Earl Grey Matcha. I think it was quite sweet for my liking but they can definitely adjust the sweetness level for you! read more

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I visited here to study and saw they had a strawberry hojicha latte!! I love hojicha and pairing it with strawberry sounded interesting so I tried it. The flavors paired pretty well together and it wasnt too sweet. The price of it was fair ad well. Inside is very cute with traditional Japanese z seating and decor. There's a decent amount of seating for getting work done and the ambiance is nice. read more

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best hojicha latte in town + the staff is always so nice and patient ! also tried the bento boxes, which were delicious but the hojicha really made my experience ! read more

Visited Okaeri Café in Richardson for the first time and had a great experience! I was warmly greeted and assisted with the menu, which made ordering easy. I chose a matcha with strawberry foam, and it was absolutely delicious--it was my first matcha ever The food was just as amazing, and the café's ambiance was so cute and inviting. One detail I really appreciated was the women's restroom--it was thoughtfully stocked with essentials that EVERY women's bathroom should have! Overall, I highly recommend Okaeri Café for its great service, tasty drinks, and charming atmosphere. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I've been wanting to try okaeri cafe for sooo long, and I finally got the chance to over the weekend. My experience overall was great I loved it! The workers were so niceeee and the food was good! I really like the decorations in the inside, and the art on the menu board. They currently have a summer special and it's green tea soba! I was really craving soba so this was definitely a plus to my visit! They are serving the green tea soba all the way through July, so definitely check it out! Here's a list of food and drinks that I tried at my visit: Pandan matcha- refreshing and nice, very pandan flavor with a slight matcha Strawberry latte- good, but I think the coffee flavor overwhelms the strawberry so wasn't really tasting the strawberry Chicken curry- the bun was super soft, and it was filled pretty well. The flavor of the chicken curry was good and moist Omurice- demiglaze was very flavorful, good portion Okonomi hot dog- the bread was different from a regular hot dog, and there were more toppings, but I felt that it was just like a regular hot dog Green tea soba- very refreshing, you can definitely taste the green tea. I really liked the tempura that was paired with it. read more

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Food is delicious, service is excellent! The miso soup is my favorite. I also love the seaweed salad!

Food - 5 Service - 5 Value - 4 Great place for Japanese tea drinks -- I like their seasonal flavors and recently had their Peppermint Pandan Matcha drink which I enjoyed. However, then next time I might just ask for Pandan Matcha only. The food they sell is decent as well. read more