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.
This cafe was amazing, food was so good! Atmosphere is great for chatting & working. I came to visit from Toronto & I loved it. Will definitely come back again the next time I come back to this city.
Perfect spot to get some work done / catch up with a friend / stop for a quick bite. Find myself coming back over & over again. Their matcha latte is exactly how I like it, & their katsu curry/sando are super tasty.
SO many dogs in the place Misbehaved (pacing around, trying to interact with other dogs/people) & literally sitting up on the chairs eating Very strange & annoying experience. You know they aren't service dogs based on how they act & are dressed. I don't even think it's supposed to be allowed according to the health unit? Just something that makes the visit irritating.
Aug 8, 2024
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The chicken karaage was delish. However the egg sandwich was a let down. Way too much bread towards the end, the sauce didn't taste really good & it was heavy overall, as the egg is breaded.
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
Student oriented place good luck trying to get your favourite sando after 3:00pm The melon bread is not worth it :/ Try the strawberry sando if you are obsessed with anime girls
Aug 6, 2024
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Definitely a hip place. The kaarage sando & the katsu sando were delicious. Definitely recommend. We also enjoyed the sencha, & the yuzu lemonade. Although the to-go cups do not hold up. Within 15 mins, the cups were warping. Service was good, & they worked fast despite the line. My only complain is that the space is very loud & chaotic. It's a fun space to hangout & enjoy music, but it's not relaxing. They have their own decibel meter, which was consistently measuring at 80 decibels.
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 👌
Absolutely loved it !!!! the atmosphere & service was beyond !! They brought out it food to us, was quick, & most importantly it was delicious💕 My mom & I thoroughly enjoyed.
Got the vegan curry which was fantastic! Ditched my family who were sitting inside because I got drawn in by the atmosphere & DJ. Ended up reading a really good magazine that they had there :)
