Osmo X Marusan is described as a visually striking, club‑like cafe that blends Japanese inspired sandos, curry bowls and drinks with a strong coffee and matcha scene, attracting a young, studious crowd and often becoming a lively, crowded space. The atmosphere is frequently praised for its architecture, skylights and terrace, sometimes with a DJ or vinyl vibe, but the overall level of noise and activity can make it hard to study or have a quiet meal. The menu features crowd favorites like tamago sando, karaage sando and katsu curry, with matcha and hojicha drinks earning consistent praise, though some reviews note small portions, bland elements or variable quality and long waits during peak times. Service quality ranges from friendly and attentive to slow or uneven, contributing to mixed overall impressions. Taken together, the place shines for its unique vibe, drinks and creative sandwiches and is often recommended for a social visit or a first experience, while not being ideal for those seeking a quiet, quick meal or a predictable cafe routine.
Osmo x Marusan is an absolute treasure. The sandos here are genuinely incredible, with the Tamago Sando being my go-to-it's perfectly balanced & absolutely delicious. The vibe of the place is relaxed yet vibrant, making it a great spot for anything from a quick bite to hanging out with friends. The creativity & care they put into everything really stand out. Do yourself a favor & try anything on the menu; you won't regret it!
Aug 21, 2024
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Food is amazing, tamago sando is insane . There's a dj. Hard to find seating. The place is very noisy, everyone seems like they are fake working/ socializing but it's a vibe
This cafe was super unique & amazing. The atmosphere & vibe were through the roof. I'm from Dallas, tx, & we have nice coffee shops, but nothing quite like this. We missed the place twice because from the outside, it looks almost like an abandoned building. They had a D.J. playing some really chill tunes. The iced coffees were fantastic. We didn't order food because we had just eaten, but the food coming out of the kitchen looked fantastic. We really enjoyed our time here. Highly recommend 👌
A nice spot with good katsu & cool drinks! It honestly gives a coworking space vibe since it has large cafeteria-like tables where (during the school year) lots of people have laptops & are working/studying. However, the chairs are very uncomfortable & it's so loud there. It gives me mixed signals. Also it's always full lol
Such a cool spot somewhat secluded from the hectic city vibes. I also got lunch here which was the vegan curry bowl but was too hungry & didn't take a picture. Was Coffee was so good. Wasn't too impressed with the pastries though. Mostly cause my expectations were really high. But generally I give this place a high rating & would definitely go back!
Food is decent & it has a big portion but takes a while to make (it takes about 20min for a sandwich). If you're going to order the egg sando, add salmon & curry since the egg itself is too creamy (unless you like them that way). The atmosphere is nice, but music is loud (idk if that's supposed to be the vibe of the place)
Jul 3, 2024
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The food is really good for what they're charging. The coffee is very very good on any criteria you could measure it. The vibe is incredible. Such a great space to be in & hang out. The terrace out back is so cozy & comfortable. The service is out of this world. I don't know who put this place together but a lot of love went into creating it, & the team extends that love by making it all work.
I had the chicken sandwich & chai latte .. both were amazing ! I loved the big outdoor terrasse & the overall vibe was very welcoming.. our barista Louis was the absolute best !!! Thank you Louis we can't wait to come again!
Good vibes, good drinks, good food. This place tickles all of my fancies at the same time. Stylish industrial decor with lots of small & long tables. Skylights to bring natural light into the half-underground building. Plants hanging from the ceiling & large ones creeping around a live DJ set. Friendly staff, & to top it off, excellent drinks & food. Highly recommended!!
