Sa-Tén - Canopy
916 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX
Crema's Take
“Tucked away in Austin's Canopy neighborhood, Sa-Tén offers a refreshing blend of Japanese-Texan fusion that extends well beyond typical coffee shop fare—think perfectly executed curry bowls and chicken katsu alongside carefully curated local roasters and hand-selected teas. The cozy, artfully decorated space strikes that rare balance between hipster charm and genuine warmth, with friendly staff and outdoor seating that makes it an ideal spot for lingering over a slow coffee or catching up with friends. It's the kind of place that rewards the curious explorer willing to venture slightly off the beaten path, especially if you're in the mood for something more adventurous than your standard cafe breakfast.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
Nice out of the way place that is easily overlooked. I had the curry bowl and it was a 10 out of 10. Delicious with perfectly fried chicken and flavored with excellence. The toast with salmon and cheese was also delightful and unexpected. Coffee was top notch. I'll certainly be back soon.
Perfect spot to drop by while checking out local artists work. This is fast casual with some foodie options. The coffee looks good with local roasters. Their tea options are hand selected. The curry dish is very authentic according to my friend. The service was great and seems like a popular spot. They handled the line well and kept it flowing with quick delivery of food and beverages.
This used to be one of my favorite spots for lunch and coffee but the quality of both has declined in the past year. I recently ordered the chicken katsu plate and was utterly disappointed by what I received: burnt katsu and bland curry. I could not finish it. The potato wedges (not pictured), which are typically my favorite side, were undercooked and lacking their usual crispiness. I had to finish them off in my own air fryer at home. I’ll probably still visit for the occasional basic latte, as I do enjoy the outdoor seating. But that’s all they will be getting from me in the future.
This place is a rare find because seldom do you find a Japanese-Texan fusion place to have breakfast. Sadly, that is where the fascination ends. The place was clean, and the atmosphere was hipster at its best. The people who took our order at the counter were visibly unhappy to be there and mentally out of it. I ordered the first thing I saw on the breakfast menu, thinking it must be their popular item. My mom, not knowing any better, ordered the same. We each got one of their holiday coffee confections, which was good. A few minutes later, after finding a table that wasn't lightly used, the lady who was behind the counter came with one of our orders and asked my mom and me if we were planning on sharing. She placed the plate on the table. At that moment, I saw a boiled egg still in its shell alone on a small plate, a sad cabbage salad, and a toast. I told her we had ordered two of those. She went to her counter and back to us to confirm what I had already told her. She said it would be right there, as it seemed the cook did not see the whole order. A few minutes later, she came with the same sad plate. I touched the egg and it was fridge-cold, and I had to start working on peeling it. A few minutes into this, I realized I paid an extra $5 for a miso soup that never came. I had to go up to the counter and ask them about it. The cashier confirmed I had ordered the miso soup and that they would bring it to the table—no apologies, just, "Yes, you are right; I'll bring it to you." I was so embarrassed with my mom because I had promised her a place with a different take on breakfast. See the pictures. This was far from what you would expect for a total of 50 dollars. I'll stay home next time instead of wasting my hard-earned money on bad service and cold, sad food. Never again.
I absolutely adored this Japanese inspired cafe! It’s located in a great location and it has outdoor seating. Inside is also very cozy and nicely decorated. Staff is very friendly and the menu is small and simple which I liked. My boyfriend ordered chicken karaage with the kale salad and macaroni Fuji salad and I ordered chicken katsu with potatoe salad and Japanese style curry. I also ordered a cappuccino with a blueberry muffin and my boyfriend got a latte with honey butter milk toast. Everything was so delicious and we left feeling satisfied. Overall I would come back here again when I’m back in Austin.
Crema Reviews
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