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Hi-Collar

231 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003
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Hi-Collar 8.0
East Village
A Japanese kissaten café by day and sake bar by night, pulling off both moods with ease. Omurice and katsu sandos are comfort-forward and well-executed, and the evening izakaya menu pairs smoothly with their deep sake list. Perfect for a low-key meal that turns into a drink.
Must-Try Dishes: Omurice, Katsu sando, Siphon coffee or curated sake flight
Scores:
Value: 6.9 Service: 7.7 Consistency: 6.2 Food Quality: 8.2 Atmosphere: 8.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Day-to-night Japanese café-bar rooted in kissaten culture.
Who should go: Coffee nerds, sake fans, and casual date seekers.
When to visit: Late afternoon for coffee, then stay for sake.
What to order: Omurice, katsu sando, sake flight.
Insider tip: Check the live jazz nights for a different after-dark vibe.
Hi-Collar 8.3
East Village
A Japanese kissaten-style cafe by day with meticulous siphon coffee and compact, savory breakfast plates. Review volume and steady buzz point to consistent quality, especially for omurice and katsu sandos in an intimate room.
Must-Try Dishes: Omurice, Katsu Sando, Siphon Coffee Service
Scores:
Value: 7.7 Service: 8 Consistency: 8.5 Food Quality: 8.6 Atmosphere: 8.2 Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Kissaten breakfast with rare siphon-coffee ritual.
Who should go: Coffee nerds and Japanese comfort-food fans.
When to visit: Weekday mornings for quiet counter seats.
What to order: Omurice, katsu sando, siphon coffee.
Insider tip: Ask to sit at the bar to watch coffee prep.