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chacha bar
60 South Tce, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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60 South Tce, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Tucked along South Terrace, this retro Japanese tearoom channels Tokyo kissaten culture with thick-cut sandos, matcha, and laid-back evening pours. Low jazz loops against warm booth lighting while regulars drop in for crispy fried chicken sandos stacked on plush bread with tangy glaze. Vegetarian diners back the spicy cauliflower bites and ajitsuke mushroom sandwich, often matched with iced matcha lattes or pots of silver needle tea. Come dusk, the room shifts into unhurried sips—shaking up strawberry mojitos and matcha cocktails beside plates of prawn katsu.
- Japanese & Korean Sandos: Stacked on soft white bread with options spanning glazed fried chicken, prawn katsu, and savory ajitsuke mushrooms.
- Kissaten Atmosphere: Retro Tokyo tearoom warmth paired with soft jazz, booth seating, and unhurried daytime-to-evening hospitality.
- Matcha, Teas & Cocktails: Covers earthy iced matcha lattes and delicate loose-leaf teas alongside house cocktails and sake.
What's On at chacha bar
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Chacha Bar
Discover the retro Tokyo tearoom charm, handcrafted sandos, and unhurried hospitality at Chacha Bar.
Thoughtfully Crafted Sandos & Specialty Drinks
Crafted Japanese and Korean sandos feature thick, soft bread and balanced savory-sweet profiles, complemented by house iced matcha and specialty beverages.
Thick and soft white bread, savoury chicken coated with a sweet and tangy sticky sauce with coleslaw.
Christer Björk Freshly Prepared Menu with Japanese-Inspired Pairings
Dishes are carefully made to order with distinctive touches like house-made vegan wasabi mayo, pairing with traditional teas and creative cocktails.
The food was fresh and thoughtfully prepared.
Mohit Rau Nostalgic Kissaten Setting & Calming Mood
Warm, dim lighting and mellow soundtracks create an unhurried sanctuary reminiscent of classic Japanese tea rooms.
The ambiance was perfect with chill music and warm, dim lighting.
Vlad K Relaxed Kissaten Rhythm & Soft Jazz Ambiance
Soft jazz and vintage tearoom charm allow guests to escape fast-paced dining and unwind at an easy tempo.
It has a relaxed chill vibe, with jazz playing softly in the background.
Thomas Cox Unhurried Social Drinks & Card Games
A comfortable, casual environment where groups can share rounds of drinks, play cards, and enjoy generous hospitality.
Love the food, great place to get drunk and play cards.
Steven Touch Shared Casual Gatherings & Sando Catch-ups
An inviting and friendly haven where friends introduce one another to sando discoveries over sake and signature cocktails.
finally my friends took me there to experience the sandos they have been raving to me about for months.
Sabine van Westerveld
Most popular items
Handcrafted Japanese and Korean sandos on soft bread
Fried Chicken Sando
Thick and soft white bread, savoury chicken coated with a sweet and tangy sticky sauce with coleslaw. The chicken is crispy on the outside and not overcooked(dry) on the inside, the coleslaw helped mellow the sweet sauce, making it a perfect dish.
Christer Björk Prawn Katsu Sando
If you don't know what to order, go safe with the prawn katsu Sando plus cauliflower snack, thank me later!
Jota Bulgogi Sando
We had drinks, bulgogi sando and the tonkatsu curry... 10/10 so good.
Joannah Gaut Ajitsuke Mushroom Sandwich
The Ajitsuke Mushroom Sandwich was every bit as impressive. Rich, earthy mushrooms, fresh greens, soft bread and layers of flavour that came together beautifully. Quite simply, one of the best vegetarian sandwiches I’ve had.
VIKAS KOUL
Other favorites
Sides, teas, and specialty kissaten drinks
Chacha KFC (Cauliflower)
The Chacha KFC (Cauliflower) was simply brilliant. Crispy, light and coated in a beautifully balanced sauce with just the right amount of heat.
VIKAS KOUL Chacha Wings
We had the Chacha Wings, cauliflower bites, fries and I ordered the bulgogi sando. DELICIOUS!
Sabine van Westerveld Iced Matcha Latte
Milky and mellow matcha with a little too much ice.
Christer Björk Strawberry Mojito
Would definitely recommend the strawberry mojito!
Haruka Ishimoto
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality, nostalgic kissaten touches, and community gatherings that set Chacha Bar apart.
Warm Owner-Led Hospitality
Guests are greeted personally by the owners with unscripted warmth, attentive check-ins, and welcoming hospitality that makes first-time diners feel immediately at home like regulars.
Soft Melodic Jazz & Retro Kissaten Ambiance
The tearoom curates a distinct nostalgic kissaten environment, complete with warm dim lighting and soft jazz playing in the background to encourage lingering without rush.
Dedicated Seasonal Vegustation Dinners
Chacha Bar hosts plant-based seasonal tasting events, serving multi-course Japanese- and Korean-inspired vegan menus alongside thoughtful everyday vegan touches like house-made wasabi mayo.
Unhurried Table Gatherings with Cards & Drinks
The venue welcomes relaxed social gatherings where friends can unwind over sake, cocktails, and shared bites while playing cards unhurriedly at communal tables and booths.
Before you head over
Practical tips on bookings, parking, and dietary choices to make the most of your kissaten visit.
Reserve Ahead for Groups
Because the venue is cozy and intimate with limited tables, reserving ahead is recommended, especially when visiting with a group.
Check Street Parking Nearby
Street parking is available on surrounding streets near South Terrace for those arriving by car.
Explore Plant-Based Options
Vegetarian and vegan diners have standout options, from the Korean fried cauliflower and vegan wasabi mayo to ajitsuke mushroom sandos and seasonal vegustation events.
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