A stylish cafe offering a relaxing atmosphere opened in Arai, Mabi, in April 2020.
Its name is “CAFE＆DINING GLITTER (Cafe and Dining Glitter).”
When you’re hungry, craving something sweet, or just want to take it easy for a while…
This is the perfect cafe for those moments!
From hearty set meals to pasta and pizza, and sweet desserts.
The interior, lined with antique-style furniture and lighting, is a place where you’ll want to linger.
Why not unwind at “GLITTER,” Mabi’s new cafe, and recharge from the stresses of everyday life?
The information provided was current when this article was published in January 2021. Please note that it may differ from current information.
Enjoy a comfortable space: Inside “GLITTER”
Open the wooden door, and a space that feels like another world unfolds before you.
The owner has created a distinctive interior using wood sourced from Indonesia.
The antique tables and chairs lend the space an air of refinement.
The deep-green chairs at the counter are my favorite. They’re plush and comfortable, too.
The furniture and goods on display are sourced from Umineko, a shop selling antiques and miscellaneous goods in Bisei Town, Ibara City, run by the owner’s family.
There are sofa seats, too, where you might find yourself chatting away and losing track of time.
A look at GLITTER’s diverse menu
▼The opening hours of CAFE＆DINING GLITTER (hereafter, GLITTER) are as follows:
| Lunch | 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (last order at 4:30 p.m.) |
|---|---|
| Dinner | 5:00–9:00 p.m. (last order at 8:30 p.m.) |
| Dessert | 11:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. (last order at 8:30 p.m.) |
Lunch is served for an extended period, until 5:00 p.m.
It’s nice that you can order dessert at any time of day.
The lunch menu includes pasta, pizza, and daily set meals.
The dinner menu offers a selection of dishes that pair well with wine and other alcoholic drinks.
We recommend the dishes made with Bisei pork, one of the restaurant’s signature ingredients.
▼Here is the takeout menu as of January 2021.
| Menu item | Price (tax included) |
|---|---|
| Bisei Pork Rice Bowl | ¥880 |
| Bisei Pork Rice Bowl with Green Onion and Salt | ¥960 |
| Roast Beef Rice Bowl | ¥1,070 |
| Homemade Gateau au Chocolat | ¥580 |
| Homemade Cheesecake | ¥580 |
| Lemon Pound Cake | ¥300 |
| Berry Pound Cake | ¥300 |
A hearty fried chicken set meal at a stylish cafe
The owner came up with a hearty set meal available only at lunchtime, so that construction workers involved in disaster recovery in Mabi could easily stop by.
When we visited in November 2020, the lunch set meals were fried chicken and crab cream croquettes.
The fried chicken set meal has been a staple since the cafe opened, while the other option changes daily.
I ordered the classic fried chicken set meal.
It comes with two small side dishes, pickles, fried chicken as the main dish, miso soup, and steamed white rice—all for just ¥880 (tax included)! (Price at the time of our November 2020 visit)
▼The fried chicken is well-seasoned with ginger, crispy on the outside and juicy inside.
▼The Koshihikari rice from Okayama Prefecture is glossy and chewy, and goes wonderfully with the fried chicken.
▼It’s nice to get two small side dishes that change daily.
How about dessert after your meal? Enjoy it with a smooth, gentle coffee!
For dessert, I ordered coffee jelly made with carefully selected beans from Mame Lab. Coffee Roastery in Soja City, along with a cup of their original blend coffee.
The stylish-looking desserts harmonize with the cafe’s atmosphere and make the experience even more enjoyable!
▼The moderately sweet whipped cream pairs perfectly with the pleasantly bitter coffee jelly.
▼The original blend made with beans from Mame Lab. Coffee Roastery is smooth and comforting, with a gentle flavor.
Desserts are available to order anytime during opening hours, so it’s a nice place to stop for a short break.
Savor sweet, tender meat: the restaurant’s signature “Bisei Pork Rice Bowl”
When it comes to GLITTER’s popular dishes, the Bisei Pork Rice Bowl is a must.
It’s available to order at both lunch and dinner.
▼ When you break into the onsen egg with chopsticks, the yolk oozes out.
The combination of sweet-and-savory sauce, tender Bisei pork, and mellow onsen egg is exquisite!
You can enjoy the rich sweetness of Bisei pork.
CAFE＆DINING GLITTER is an appealing cafe with a stylish space and a diverse menu.
We spoke with owner Tatsuya Fujii about the restaurant's special touches and more.
CAFE＆DINING GLITTER (Cafe and Dining Glitter) Information
| Name | CAFE＆DINING GLITTER (Cafe and Dining Glitter) |
|---|---|
| Address | 94 Arii, Mabi, Kurashiki City, Okayama Prefecture |
| Contact | 086-441-8073 |
| Parking | Available |
| Hours | 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (last order: 4:30 p.m.) 5:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. (last order: 8:30 p.m.) |
| Closed | Monday, irregular holidays |
| Payment methods |
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| Reservations | Accepted |
| Seating | 25 seats Counter seats: 5 Table seats: 20 |
| Smoking | Entirely non-smoking |
| Restroom | Western-style toilet |
| Website | CAFE＆DINING GLITTER |
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