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4.3 (551 reviews)
Closed • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Outside (right off the parking lot)
Karson S.

Not my favorite matcha in Austin - I'd like to come back & try again / try some of their other food items. Really lovely place, both inside and out. Well tucked away & friendly service. Unfortunately, the matcha was mid-tier quality compared to some others in the area. Will stick to food & coffee next time

Sarah S.

You know when you only have one niece and you tell them they're your FAVORITE niece...By default this is true no matter how much it really is true. When at Canopy, Sa-Tén is the only food, drink and coffee option so it's my FAVORITE! It's a very cute shop and shares the parking lot with Canopy so there's plenty of spots. Staff was very friendly here and there is a lot of indoor & outdoor seating. During Open Canopy the line gets long and the seats get full, but the turnover is fairly fast. It's a cute space with kissaten (Japanese coffee shop) vintage, minimalistic vibes, but also some flare with kitschy trinkets abound fitting their squirrel theme. I only did caffenation hydration here and was pleased with my black cold brew. Great taste and didn't break the bank. Word on my street is the toasts are fabulous - next time! Such a cute shop that I will absolutely be back to!

Interior
Edward G.

Sa-Tén is easily one of my favorite coffee shops in Austin. I've probably been 15 times if you include their old location on Airport, and it never disappoints. If they have the seasonal black sesame latte, get it. It's incredible. Nutty, almost like peanut butter, and not overly sweet. Their matcha is also some of my favorite in the city. It's smooth, balanced, and doesn't even need sweetener. The food is just as good as the drinks. The toasted milk bread is a must. It's simple but perfect. I've also had most of the lunch items, including the curry, potato salad, and chicken katsu, and all of it has been excellent. You really can't go wrong. It's the kind of place where you can grab a coffee and end up staying for a full meal without regret. The vibe also keeps me coming back. It has this effortlessly cool, Japanese-inspired aesthetic without feeling try-hard. The music is always great, like "hold on, I need to Shazam this." There's a loose squirrel theme, which I don't fully understand it, but it somehow works and just adds to the charm of the place. It's located in a complex with art galleries, so the whole area feels creative and interesting. Great coffee and food and cool atmosphere. I wish I lived closer or they would open a second location.

Pecan matcha!
Kia L.

Came here for a book club around lunch time and it was packed on a Monday! I ordered a fall/winter menu drink: the cinnamon pecan latte (12 oz, $6 with oat milk) it was disappointing and didn't have much of a matcha OR pecan taste at all. Drinks here are usually great so I'll give grace this may have been a bad day for them... The food menu has a variety of options. I decided to build a plate ($17) the tofu was phenomenal!! Super flavorful and crisped to perfection, the green sauce on top was nice as well. The "curry" was awful and tasted watery. The plate was not worth the price. If they provided more tofu and less rice it would make more sense. Counter service was very friendly.

Build a Chicken Kara-age Plate (GF)
Lizzy H.

Was in the area for a pop-up event, got hungry, and decided to walk over to Sa-Ten. I originally wanted to try their brunch items, but they were sold out and brunch was just ending, so we went with the build-a-plate option instead. At first, I thought the pricing was a bit high, but once the food arrived, the portions were generous. I loved the chicken karaage, and the kale salad was fresh and refreshing. I'm not usually a big fan of mac salad, but I thought theirs was decent. I would definitely come back to try the brunch menu, even though it is on the pricier side. I do like the build-your-own bowl option and think it's worth trying. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to visit, but if I'm in the area, I'd stop by again. I also loved the décor and overall vibe. The drink menu looked unique, with fun flavor combinations and specials you don't typically see at cafés.

Chicken karage, rice, curry, potato salad
Sandra K.

I came here once in 2018 and had a grand 'ol time, so when my friend asked if we could get brunch here in 2026, I was happy to learn that Sa'Ten is still open and thriving. The restaurant was only half full when I arrived at 11:00 am on a Sunday morning. I ordered a chicken karage with a drizzle of siracha mayo, white rice and sides of curry and potato salad at the counter and was given a number to bring to my indoor table. My food came out pretty quickly and it was piping hot. My chicken was cooked perfectly and the siracha mayo was not too spicy for me. I thought the rice shaped into a cube was so cute, and it was the perfect shape to spoon curry on top of. The interior is decorated so well, with lush green plants and warm brown wood walls. There's plenty of spots in the parking lot and they have some outdoor tables too. I saw a cute dog on the patio. I am excited to come back!

Sunny C.

The Vietnamese coffee here was really good. The breakfast toast were okay. Unfortunately that was all they had for a breakfast selection cause it still left me hungry. The toast is only a good choice if you want a small bite. Though a bit pricey for what it is... I do want to try their other food items i saw online. Nice indoor and outdoor space. It's in a nice art area where you can take a quick stroll on a nice day.

Build-a-plate, $17: Chicken katsu, anchovy garlic toast on milk bread, kale salad side, Japanese curry side.
Felecia I.

Build-a-plate meals are fun. At Sa-Ten, I chose chicken katsu, anchovy garlic toast plus sides of Japanese curry and kale salad. It arrived quickly and was presented beautifully. Salad was fresh and lovely. The toast was almost too hot to eat, which to me is perfect! I do wish they wouldn't serve their katsu almost always on the edge of burnt. An overcooked and dry katsu just doesn't taste great, no matter how much sauce is on it. I'll branch out and try other items like the grilled tare chicken next time. I've enjoyed every coffee drink I've ever had here. These days, it's mostly Americanos. Sa-Ten's Canopy location is a bit out of the way for me (their old location on Airport was closer to home) but much nicer. The Canopy complex consists of art studios, art galleries and several offices. There's outdoor seating and plenty of parking.

Matcha Latte and  Egg, Bacon & Sausage Toast
Ariadna S.

I had rosemary clove latte and egg bacon & sausage toast. Everything was great! The food was just a right amount for me, but bf left still a little peckish. There is plenty of seating inside and outside this time, but the only food available were toast options, so looked like we just missed a rush.

Chicken Katsu Plate with Steamed Rice, Macaroni Fuji Salad, and Japanese Style Curry
Carrie M.

Sa-Tén is a great place to study and enjoy some small bites. They have a lot of outlets, which I really appreciate. I came for lunch this time, and I could tell the food was of high quality. It just unfortunately wasn't very satisfying because of the small portion size for $18. The staff were nice, and I came in with quite the large, noisy group on a weekend. I had the build a plate with chicken katsu, white rice, macaroni Fuji salad, and Japanese-style curry. Honestly, this would have been vastly improved if they could have just given more white rice, which is dirt cheap and should be easy to do. There was a small amount of rice that was not enough. I thought the curry would come with some extra rice, but it didn't, so it was extra difficult to portion out the rice with the curry and meat. The chicken katsu and macaroni salad were both very good, and I enjoyed them. The curry had a strange sweet taste that I can only describe as similar to Play-Doh. Not the texture, but just how I imagine Play-Doh would taste like. I also got the matcha latte, which was alright. It definitely had a very earthy matcha flavour. It doesn't come with sweetener, so I asked for some to be added. I would say on my matcha tier list, it was average.

Nori Tama Toast
Eric H.

It's a cafe located in the Canopy. They've got beverages and food items. You go in, order, take a number, and find a table. They'll bring out what you order, but after that it's bus your own. Inside, there's plenty of seating and large windows, so you get lots of light. I wouldn't really say it's a very comfortable place to do serious, focused work though. In terms of food, I'll need to return to try out some more of their menu. The staff were friendly and they were also pretty active about ensuring the place was clean.

Hawaiian Plate ($17)
Wendi K.

This place was PACKED on a Thursday afternoon. I loved the Japanese inspired drink flavors and the delicious sounding plates and bowls. We split the Hawaiian plate ($17) - hearty and delicious for sure! I'm a sucker for mac salad and some egg on garlic rice. I also got a side of the Anchovy Garlic Toast ($8.50) and OMG - it was so rich, buttery, thick, and chewy - decadent! Don't worry if the anchovy scares you , you can't taste it. There is outdoor seating with water misters, and indoor seating with strong A/C. It is great for working - plenty of outlets. Staff is cool.

Katsudon
Jasmine P.

Absolutely delicious Katsudon bowl. Seasoned very well, crispy katsu, delightfully punchy giner and green onion. Eggy. Yummy. Staff was friendly and welcoming. Cant wait to go back and try the coffee. Great little find after crafting next door.

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Ask the Community - Sa-Tén - Canopy

Do they sell matcha to make at home (pure, not a mix with sugar and milk)?

Is there a printer inside?

Hi there, we have a printer at Sa-Tén Airport, but not at the Canopy location. Hope that helps!

Can I place an order online?

Hi Joseph, you can make an online order from either of our locations via our website at www.sa-ten.com!

What's the wifi pw?

Hi there, the password is coffeefriend. It can be found on the wooden block signs around the shop or feel free to ask a barista. Thanks!

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