Caffè Ponte
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Caffè Ponte is a riverside Italian café-restaurant on the Motoyasu River in central Hiroshima, directly across from Peace Memorial Park. Opened in 2008, the name takes its cue from the Italian word "ponte" (bridge), reflecting the concept of a relaxing riverside gathering spot. The open terrace looks out over the river and park, while the indoor dining room offers a calmer, more intimate setting. The kitchen serves authentic Italian cooking built around fresh Hiroshima ingredients, especially local oysters, alongside wood-fired pizza, house-made pasta, risotto, and freshly squeezed juices. Its scenic terrace and varied menu make it a popular spot for morning coffee, lunch, birthdays, anniversaries, and casual meals with friends or family.
Address
1-chōme-9-21 Ōtemachi, Naka Ward, Hiroshima, 730-0051, Japan
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Contacts
Hours
TodayLast order: 21:00
Open now08:00 – 22:00
MondayLast order: 21:00
10:00 – 22:00
TuesdayLast order: 21:00
10:00 – 22:00
WednesdayLast order: 21:00
10:00 – 22:00
ThursdayLast order: 21:00
10:00 – 22:00
FridayLast order: 21:00
10:00 – 22:00
SaturdayLast order: 21:00
08:00 – 22:00
SundayLast order: 21:00
08:00 – 22:00
Features
Vegetarian options availableRiverside open-air terraceReservations recommendedNon-smoking throughoutKids friendlyCredit cards accepted (Visa, Mastercard, JCB, AMEX, Diners)Takeout availablePet friendlyAuthentic Italian cuisine with Hiroshima oystersExtensive wine and cocktail selection
Menu
* The menu was scanned by a user, not uploaded by the owner. There may be inaccuracies.
Hiroshima Oyster Specialties
Appetizers
Wood-fired Pizza
Pasta
Risotto
Main Dishes
Desserts
Drinks
Takeout Menu
Hiroshima Oyster Specialties
Baked Oysters Escargot-style
Fresh Hiroshima oysters baked in the style of escargot, with garlic and herb butter.
¥2,500 (5pc) / ¥1,800 (3pc)
Oysters Steamed in White Wine
Hiroshima oysters steamed with white wine.
¥2,500 (5pc) / ¥1,800 (3pc)
Oyster Pizza
Wood-fired pizza topped with white sauce, Hiroshima oysters, and arugula.
¥2,380 (Regular) / ¥2,130 (Small) / ¥1,880 (Mini)
Oyster Butter Soy Sauce Pasta
Pasta with Hiroshima oysters in a butter and soy sauce.
¥1,980 (Regular) / ¥1,700 (Small) / ¥1,420 (Mini)
Oyster and Watercress Risotto
Creamy risotto with Hiroshima oysters and watercress.
¥1,980 (Regular) / ¥1,700 (Small) / ¥1,420 (Mini)
Oyster Ajillo
Hiroshima oysters cooked in olive oil with garlic and chili, Spanish-style.
¥2,100 (Regular) / ¥1,850 (Small)
Oyster and Spinach Cream Pasta
Pasta in a creamy sauce with Hiroshima oysters and spinach.
¥1,980 (Regular) / ¥1,700 (Small) / ¥1,420 (Mini)
Appetizers
Prosciutto with Seasonal Fruit
Sliced prosciutto served with seasonal fresh fruit.
¥1,950 (Regular) / ¥1,750 (Small) / ¥1,550 (Mini)
Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese
Classic caprese salad with fresh tomato and mozzarella cheese.
¥1,750 (Regular) / ¥1,500 (Small) / ¥1,250 (Mini)
Cheese Platter
An assortment of cheeses served together.
¥1,950 (Regular) / ¥1,700 (Small) / ¥1,450 (Mini)
Ponte's Special Pickles
House-made pickled vegetables, a Caffè Ponte original recipe.
¥600
Caesar Salad
Classic Caesar salad with house dressing.
¥1,450 (Regular) / ¥1,250 (Small)
Wood-fired Pizza
Margherita
Classic Neapolitan-style pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil, baked in a wood-fired oven.
¥1,880 (Regular) / ¥1,630 (Small) / ¥1,380 (Mini)
Vegetariana
Wood-fired pizza topped with seasonal grilled vegetables and mozzarella.
¥2,130 (Regular) / ¥1,880 (Small) / ¥1,630 (Mini)
Bacon and Mushroom Pizza
Wood-fired pizza with bacon and mushrooms.
¥2,130 (Regular) / ¥1,880 (Small) / ¥1,630 (Mini)
Prosciutto and Arugula Pizza
Wood-fired pizza topped with prosciutto and arugula.
¥2,230 (Regular) / ¥1,980 (Small) / ¥1,730 (Mini)
Four Cheese Pizza
Wood-fired pizza with a blend of four cheeses.
¥2,230 (Regular) / ¥1,980 (Small) / ¥1,730 (Mini)
Pasta
Tomato and Mozzarella Pasta
Pasta with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
¥1,630 (Regular) / ¥1,380 (Small) / ¥1,130 (Mini)
Seto Inland Sea Seafood Pescatore Rosso
Tomato-based pasta with fresh seafood caught in the Seto Inland Sea.
¥1,880 (Regular) / ¥1,630 (Small) / ¥1,380 (Mini)
Clam Vongole Bianco
Pasta with plenty of clams in a white wine and garlic sauce.
¥1,780 (Regular) / ¥1,530 (Small) / ¥1,280 (Mini)
Carbonara
Classic carbonara pasta.
¥1,680 (Regular) / ¥1,430 (Small) / ¥1,180 (Mini)
Risotto
Shrimp Cream Risotto
Creamy risotto loaded with shrimp.
¥1,750 (Regular) / ¥1,500 (Small) / ¥1,250 (Mini)
Salmon and Chrysanthemum Greens Risotto
Risotto with salmon and chrysanthemum greens (shungiku).
¥1,750 (Regular) / ¥1,500 (Small) / ¥1,250 (Mini)
Main Dishes
Wagyu Sirloin Steak
Grilled Japanese wagyu sirloin steak.
¥3,980 (Regular) / ¥3,480 (Small) / ¥2,980 (Mini)
Roast Chicken Pizzaiolo Style
Roasted chicken prepared pizzaiolo-style.
¥1,900 (Regular) / ¥1,700 (Small)
Desserts
Artisan Gelato
House gelato made with select ingredients; flavors include royal vanilla, Hiroshima lemon sherbet, Hiroshima sea-salt milk, strawberry milk, and rare chocolate.
¥500-600
Tiramisu
Classic Italian tiramisu.
¥800 (Regular) / ¥700 (Small) / ¥600 (Mini)
Orange New York Cheesecake
New York-style cheesecake with orange.
¥850
Drinks
Fresh-squeezed Orange Juice
Orange juice squeezed fresh to order.
¥550 (Regular) / ¥450 (Small)
Coffee
Regular brewed coffee.
¥380 (Regular) / ¥280 (Small)
Takeout Menu
Margherita Calzone
One-handed folded pizza (calzone) with tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, and parmigiano.
¥600
Takeout Margherita Pizza
Wood-fired margherita pizza with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil, available for takeout in three sizes.
¥1,590 (30cm) / ¥1,380 (21cm) / ¥1,060 (17cm)