Kahii
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Kahii is a Japanese-inspired cafe on Kent Street in Sydney's CBD, known for its black sesame and matcha drinks. It is a calm, warm space for coffee and lunch on weekdays, and it turns into a bar in the evenings. Wynyard Park is about six minutes' walk away.
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Food at Kahii
The day menu is a Japanese-inspired lunch menu served on weekdays, alongside pastries and specialty coffee. The croissant has a crisp, layered crust and sits on a ceramic plate beside the drinks. The black sesame drink arrives in a clear tall glass, topped with crushed black sesame on the foam.
What to order: Black Sesame Cloud · Matcha Cloud
Coffee and drinks
Specialty coffee is the main draw, with a Black Sesame Cloud, a Matcha Cloud and a Coconut Cold Brew on the menu. Reviewers describe the black sesame drink as nutty and balanced, and the matcha as smooth and rich.
Evenings at Kahii: the bar
In the evenings the space becomes a bar, with cocktails, sake, whisky and boutique wines. Small plates and bar snacks come from the kitchen, which runs a separate evening menu rather than the weekday lunch menu. Bar bookings go through SevenRooms, and walk-ins are also welcome.
Facilities at Kahii
What visitors say about Kahii?Summarised from recent Google reviews.
- 💬Reviewers praise the black sesame and matcha drinks, especially the Black Sesame Cloud.
- 💬Reviewers describe the room as calm, warm and relaxing, with soft lighting.
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Visitor tips for Kahii
- ✓Start with the Black Sesame Cloud, the drink reviewers single out most often.
- ✓The cafe is walk-in only and closes at 3 pm on Mondays and 3.30 pm from Tuesday to Friday, so an afternoon visit is short.
- ✓Outdoor seating takes dogs, so bring a dog for a coffee outside.
Getting to Kahii
364 Kent Street, Sydney NSW 2000, entered through the building lobby. Parking is available, and the entrance is step-free.
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Is Kahii open on weekdays for coffee?
Yes, the cafe opens at 8 am Monday to Friday and serves coffee, pastries and the lunch menu.
Does Kahii have a kids' menu?
No, there is no kids' menu at Kahii.
Can I bring my dog to Kahii?
Dogs are allowed at the outdoor tables.
Does Kahii serve evening drinks?
Yes, the venue runs as a bar in the evenings with cocktails, sake and wine, and bar bookings go through SevenRooms.