Cha-ty in Swansea

One word: incredible. Mari is so talented and made such a delicious selection of treats - all presented with the utmost care and artistry. The cafe is tucked away in a small village outside of Narberth but well worth the short drive!

Amazing tea & coffee, the chocolate & raspberry gateau was excellent. Very varied choice of tea and coffee every thing was amazing.

The food and drinks are always fantastic (They did the best ramen I've ever had). Excellent service, atmosphere, and selection. Always a great place to visit.

The cafe was very cosy and the staff were very nice. Great coffee selection, cake and authentic food. Different to other cafes in mumbles!

We haven’t visited this cafe for years but so glad we did. Grandson and I called on the Saturday and just loved the specials board. He had the Kitsune Udon a dish with fried tofu. He loved it. I had the Buta Jiru miso based soup with pork & veg with a serving of rice on the side. Then on the Monday hubby and I visited I suggested he had the Buta Jiru which he agreed was delicious. I had the Gyu Don a rice dish with beef and onions on the top. Served with a small cup of miso soup (I had two cups). I preferred the Buta Jiru but hey ho you have to try these things. My only criticism is that portions are small especially the miso soup. The menu is still limited but much more variety than they used to have. Next time I’ll try the chicken curry.

I’ve just moved to the area and was looking for a place to get a healthy takeaway lunch and a tasty coffee - I couldn’t have come across a better place to fit the brief!! The staff were very welcoming, guiding me on the coffees available and offered me a seat. Whilst I waited lovely music played, the customers looked happy and relaxed, so I really enjoyed the atmosphere. Upon arriving home, I was truly delighted by the portion size, taste and presentation of the food, and the coffee was outstanding! I am so happy to have found Cha Ty straight after moving in! :-) back soon!

My favourite place in Mumbles. Service is great!!! Very polite and helpful. Homemade cakes are very tasty . I had a great coffee this morning and my daughter had a warm cakes ( Japanese pancakes with maple syrup and butter) very tasty !!!! I recommend this place!!!!

I stumbled across this today and what an absolute delight. The food was wholesome and superb, a real Japanese experience with two wonderful ladies cooking and serving. They were friendly, warm and welcoming, I could have spent all day there. It was atmospheric with quality food and could not believe how much value for money it was. I noticed one review said it was a limited menu, which you should never be afraid of as it means they do what they do extremely well and had everything you needed. I will be back and I urge people to support them.

Our family visited to try the Japanese Breakfast and we loved it. The ladies working here are really friendly and it was amazing value at under £20 for the four of us. All we can say is give it a go!

Cha-ty is run by a Japanese owner and the food is very authentic. It has a warm and relaxing atmosphere plus a large selection of teas and coffee. I highly recommend this place. There are also lots of different Japanese goods for sale(including lots of hand crafted products) スウォンジーで本格的な日本食がいただけるカフェです。とても美味しくてアットホームな雰囲気なのでリラックスできます！

My husband and I just had breakfast here and what a lovely little find Cha-ty was. We had the Japanese breakfast, a nice healthy alternative to a more traditional cooked breakfast. The food was beautifully presented, staff attentive and there were daily newspapers. We'll certainly be going back. At £4.40 it was a great price, too, comes with miso soup and green tea.

I regularly enjoy the choices of freshly brewed coffee in Cha-ty. I called in for breakfast a few weeks ago, but it must have been after the opening time had changed from 8.30 to 9.00, so I missed what I'm sure what have been an interesting and pleasing experience. But the lunch I enjoyed on another day was outstanding. I don't remember what it was called but it was noodles covered with grated cabbage and carrot and other vegetables, and doused in a delicious soy sauce. I definitely plan to go again when I have an opportunity. The service is excellent, and the morning newspapers an added bonus - plus excellent wi-fi.

Been to cha-ty a few times with friends, took my husband for the first time. And today i think i was too lucky to have try their mocha greentea chocolate cake after my brunch, it taste like HEAVEN! I love this place not only because of their authentic japanese food, but their overall simplicity and the execellent quality of how they present the cuisine. Not only the green tea, i have to say their coffee is probably also the best in town. The price is reasonable, and the toilet is awesome, feels like i am in Japan as the most i missed from my previous Japan trip was their toilet seat!

Booked an evening meal and thoroughly thrilled. Food was light, delicious and filling, the service excellent and the tea menu phenomenal! Would come in daily if I didn’t live a 100 miles away and might just add to the commute anyway...

If you're looking for an authentic taste of Japan, Cha-ty will remind you of true Japanese cuisine, and that it's possible to enjoy the tastes and flavours of Japanese food in the UK, without breaking the bank. Lunch is excellent value for money, and I enjoyed a spicy vegetable curry with rice. You can also enjoy iced coffee without sugar or syrup. The Japanese owner of Cha-ty bakes her own delicious cakes, again a true taste of Japanese sweets and cakes. Having lived in Japan for 15 years I can vouch for the authenticity of the Japanese flavours and tastes of this cafe. So if you're missing Japanese style cuisine head over to Cha-ty in the Mumbles, South Wales.

Cha-ty is a wonderful little Japanese cafe with an extensive menu of teas and coffees from around the world. It is always a pleasant experience trying a new tea, and a slice of one of the delectable home made cakes makes for a perfect pairing. The food is always delicious too, with the salmon and avocado don buri being my favourite. The melon soda is also a real treat, as well as the Japanese beers. There is a nice selection of Japanese gifts and items to purchase too, including teas, snacks, confectionery, teapots and mugs, craft beers, books etc.

TBH we were a little disappointed with the extremely limited choice of food. What we had was ok but condiments on the table such as soy sauce and chilli sauce would have complemented the flavours. I had the miso soup (which was very good) and a rice dish of smoked salmon and avocado, the rice was crying out for some flavour. Hubby had a noodle dish. I would loved to have had a ramen or a curry but the ramen was served cold and the only curry was a vegetarian one. However, it is a lovely place and the two female staff were delightful. Will we call again? I suppose it very much depends on the menu.

We had the Japanese breakfast which consisted of miso soup with vegetables, smoked fish, tofu with soy sauce, sticky rice and green tea. All for £4.50! Incredible value for delicious food served with good manners and a friendly smile. They have a little area at the back of the shop selling Japanese tea pots and various Knick knacks although these are expensive.

This cafe provides fresh varied choice of rice dishes , served hot or cold with fresh vegetables at an exceptional price. They are delicious served by a lady whose charm and courtesy is exceptional - outside eating or inside - suitable for all ages and the cakes - what a treat.

One of my favourite places for tea , coffee and light lunches. I would recommend to anyone in or visiting Mumbles. Very welcoming . Always an enjoyable experience. If I run out of coffee at home - they will grind fresh coffee beans to take away very reasonably.

The owners & staff are charming and the atmosphere has a relaxed sophistication that encourages you to savour and enjoy the wide selection of teas and the refreshingly delicious food, all served with Japanese flair and ceremony. Another gem in Mumbles that deserves to succeed... Love it! Will definitely be going back, time and time again.

I absolutely adore this place, I have been 3 times and every vist has been excellent. The staff and owner are so nice and welcoming and the food / drinks are amazing. Would recommend 100% worth a vist. Great authentic Japanese food.

Have now visited twice, once for coffee perfectly made by the V60 method and today for tea and the 'little breakfast'. The choice of tea and coffee is excellent and the menu provides tantalising descriptions of each blend and variety. The food beautifully presented and I now need to sample lunch and cake as I'm sure it will be delicious.A good selection of daily newspapers, light classical music am, jazz pm and a small selection of Japanese items for sale. Don't expect to be in and out in ten minutes, this is a place to rest a while, relax, take in the lovely atmosphere and leave feeling re-energised. Love it!

The most welcoming and relaxed atmosphere here, plus the food is fresh and light. So glad to have found this gem, and great to support such friendly staff.

Visited twice this month and very impressed. The freshly brewed Colombian coffee is delicious, full of flavour.

Gorgeous airy cafe, a genuinely love experience. Calm, light cafe with lovely Japanese breakfast and amazing teas and coffees. There is a little area at the back to buy some lovely accessories. They now have a licence, so I bought a selection pack of Japanese beers for Fathers' Day.

A peaceful atmosphere, in well thought out subtly Japanese surroundings. Newspapers to read and gentle music playing. And the food .....it has a range of cakes (Japanese and European) to choose to have with a huge array of coffees and teas. A small selection of hot savory food to be washed down with a beer if you have time!

First time visit only been open a few months or so,. Japanese theme . I had smokey earl grey tea one of many choices avail and a very generous portion of coffee and walnut cake. Sat outside in the sunshine. Friendly staff and good service , will go back and try one of the tasty looking meals next time.

very nice friendly waitresses, loved my experience, perfect food great location lovely polite girls very welcoming highly recommend!!!!

With their attention to detail and quality, and warm hospitality; this is a well-worthwhile regular joint.

Wonderful coffee tea cake and lunches. The Japanese meals are incredibly good value and so tasty. And the decor is just right! Complete with quality newspapers to read over your coffee. I look forward to the occasional evening opening. Well done Mari and Sanyo!

Cha-ty is my new favourite place. It has such a lovely ambiance and a wonderful selection of teas from around the world. The £1 mini breakfast is a perfect accompaniment with a hot drink.

What a combination Wonderful Japanese meal My wife had tea and I had Japanese beer Followed by die for cakes and coffee selection We will certainly be returning

We often visit the Mumbles on holiday and have visited a couple of times recently. The atmosphere is great, food looks lovely and coffee really good. We hope to visit again very soon. A great addition to Newton Road!

I can’t speak highly enough of Cha-ty. The staff, the ambiance, the food and the huge selection of Japanese teas are wonderful. Whenever I visit I come out feeling happier.

Such a great place to visit. Authentic japan - amazing and affordable food, huge selection of hot drinks. Friendly staff (best to go up and order - not wait). We will be back!

What a lovely place for a fantastic range of coffees, tea. Beautifully made cakes and great service. So refreshing to have this addition to Mumbles and it is definitely worth a visit.

Called in to Cha-ty today on the off chance. What a great find. Friendly place, good service. Amazing menu of teas and coffees, so many wasn’t sure what to choose in the end. Lovely coffee and great cakes. Worth a visit!

The Mumbles hospitality scene has been improving recently with major developments on the sea front but in the main shopping street things have not been so rosy with charity shops frequently taking over from failed businesses.

So happy to find this adorable Japanese cafe in Mumbles! A great selection of teas and a small menu of delicious comfort food.

Lovely Japanese restaurant/cafe. Very peaceful and relaxing. Ideal for solo diners as well as couples and larger groups. Plenty of newspapers and magazines to browse through. Friendly and polite staff. Have visited twice already and tried two of the lunchtime dishes. Both lovely meals, the japanese curry is vegan and the mushroom dish is vegetarian. Very reasonable at £5 to £6. Fantastic choice of teas and coffees. Will definately visit again when in Mumbles. Highly recommended.

A unique ambience, lovely Japanese food and drinks. Must try the hot chocolate and also the various Japanese / English teas and the homemade cakes. Been here a few times now and just love the place.

Cha-Ty is a friendly, interesting cafe in Mumbles. We took our grandchild and he was made very welcome. There is enjoyable music at a pleasant volume and papers and magazines. The Sensha tea and hot chocolate are lovely and people have told me the vegetariaan curry is great. Highly recommended!

For the best choice of teas in the area let alone Mumbles, this is where to come. We have been several times now and are slowly working our way through the tea menu. My husband has also bought coffee which he says is equally good. Loved their masala cha today and had fresh mint last week. Fancy trying their Japanese black tea with cherry next time. My husband tells me their Greek flower tea with flowers picked from the slopes of Mount Olympus is delicious.