The owner of the Pika Pika, Vivienne Mariotti, is expanding her business next door into the former Red Chair Art Gallery space on the corner of NW Bond Street and Oregon Avenue to open a cafe.
“Our vision for the adjacent space is to create an elevated Japanese and French-inspired pastry concept that focuses on handcrafted pastries, Viennoiserie and specialty desserts,” Mariotti told the Source. “The space will be designed to feel warm, inviting, and experience-driven, complementing Pika Pika while offering something entirely new to Bend.”
She says at first she’ll focus primarily on pastries with specialty beverages, including coffee, tea and other curated drinks. There will be limited seating for customers to hang out if they don’t want the items to go. Mariotti has developed a following for her pastries which she sells at the NWX Farmers Market on Saturdays and the Redmond Farmers Market on Friday afternoons. She says those markets have been a good place to test new pastries and introduce her brand.
“Some of the menu items we’re currently developing include laminated pastries, such as croissants, Danishes and pain Suisse, as well as gluten-free mochi muffins, seasonal fruit desserts and Japanese- and French-inspired baked goods that are difficult to find locally,” she says. “We’ll also continue rotating seasonal items and introducing new flavors throughout the year.”
Mariotti isn’t sure when renovations will be finished, but once she opens, she expects the cafe hours to be primarily during the morning and daytime serving breakfast, pastries and beverages with occasional special events, workshops and evening experiences. She says she’s encouraged by the response so far.
“Honestly, we have been pleasantly surprised by how quickly the pastry side of the business has resonated with the community. The excitement around our offerings has exceeded our expectations and has reinforced our belief that there is a strong appetite in Bend for unique, high-quality pastry experiences.”
Pika Pika, which sells Asian-inspired pop culture collectibles and gifts, opened last November. Mariotti says while the broader economy presents challenges for small businesses, she’s seen continued growth and customer support.
“Fortunately, we have not experienced any major importing issues,” she says. “We work closely with our suppliers and continue to source products carefully to maintain the quality and uniqueness that our customers expect.”
Mariotti says she’s grateful for the support she’s received from the Bend community, which is allowing her to open a cafe.
“We’re excited to continue creating spaces that bring people together, inspire curiosity and offer experiences that feel both memorable and special.”
This article appears in the Source July 2, 2026.
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