Vanilla Beans is a chocolate-lovers' haven. Katsuhisa Yagi, the CEO, ventures out with a dream of bringing joy to everyone who tastes their chocolate. With cocoa beans imported from South America, Africa and South East Asia, the chocolate that they make is oh-so-flavorful and a delight to devour. They have over 30 types of chocolate bars to choose from, each one with a different essence. The cafe at Vanilla Beans serves some scrumptious items: latte brimming with delicious chocolate, chocolate donuts and other dishes laced with chocolate. At Vanilla Beans, you can savor amazing chocolate, and take some home too.
Well positioned below the Yokohama Doll Museum and across the road from Yamashita Park, Café Elliot Avenue brings you the flavor of espresso from Seattle. The bright café has light wood tables and counter seating overlooking the road to the park. It serves a good range of hot and cold coffee from lattes to frozen banana mocha drinks. There is a smaller range of other options, but beer, wine and cocktails are also served. Cakes, cookies and a small lunch menu are offered. Sidewalk tables and chairs shaded by large umbrellas make Café Elliot Avenue a pleasant spot to linger, especially in summer. -AH