Calgary just got a new interactive cafe and it's unlike anything else in the city

Jun 16 2026, 4:16 pm

A brand-new cafe concept has just opened in Calgary, and it’s unlike anything else we’ve seen in the city.

Naha Cafe, a new interactive spot for drinks and desserts inspired by those served in Japan’s Okinawa region, has soft-opened its location in Dragon City Mall.

The spot specializes in fully loaded acai bowls with tropical fruits, and a one-of-a-kind menu of drinks such as coffee floats and Okinawa Brown Sugar sips, including matcha and hojicha.

 

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However, the menu is not the only thing that’s unique, with a surreal and interactive service.

As with many cafes, you’ll order at the counter and receive a pager. Once your items are ready, they’ll be delivered in the paw of a shisha, a traditional guardian lion-dog from the Okinawa region.

The spot is a fun new addition to Chinatown, and will be open from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. during its soft-opening.

Naha Cafe

Address: 328 Centre St. S. #119, Calgary

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