OMG my iced matcha/ube float was AMAZING. The matcha was strong, borderline bitter, and the Ube icecream was solidly sweet and nutty, and true to flavor. It was such an eye opening treat, and so refreshing on a hot day~I love that there are ‘buy one get one’ specials 2-5pm M-F. I am excited to bring people here!
This place is head and shoulders above any other matcha place that I’ve been to. They use ceremonial grade matcha for their recipes and you can definitely taste the difference. The Maiko Special came highly recommended so we tried two versions, one with Matcha soft serve and the other with Hojicha soft serve which delivered a sweet toasted chocolate flavour. The menu assortment was plentiful and you could order your favorite Matcha tea, latte, frapppe or floats. The staff and ambience were outstanding. We can’t wait to come back!
This is the ice cream I will give a hundred percent recommendations!! If you love Matcha, this is your happiest place to be. I’m a Matcha lover and I love all the Matcha flavored products. This matcha ice cream probably is one of the best I’ve ever had, because the flavor is so strong, you can definitely feel the real matcha taste. Plus it is not really sweet, I love it! We also tried ube and hojicha flavors, they are all good. Hojicha has a little bit roasted tea taste which is awesome as well. You have to check this place out!
Best local dessert bar & Cafe in Kearny Mesa. Looking for dinner while walking and talking on the phone ? headed towards Chaba Kitchen or Crab Hut, but all the restaurants close at 9pm. I was hungry, but determined so in the spirit of trying something new I ventured into Matcha Cafe.Cute, open and welcoming space I was a little intimidated by the groups of friends, dates and diverse crowd but the staff is delightful. I explained it was my first visit, I wanted soft serve like the couple in front of me: smoked matcha, matcha and ube sooooo delish! I ordered the Maiko Special with all flavors (minus vanilla) with waffle cone pieces on top. Sooo yummy and I was able to order to go but ended up just dining in and enjoying the vibe while people watching...I will be back for sure, they are open late until 11pm on weekends. They do not accept ca$h, but there is a rewards program if you share your cell number. Really well done franchise very enjoyable menu with great, fun service!
Ordered the Maiko special since I wanted a heavy decadent dessert rather than a drink. Definitely a highly recommended option with a nice mix of soft serve with taro and hojicha.All the toppings inside were great from the mochi, to the matcha cake, cornflakes, red bean. The only thing I would skip for next time is the Agar since it’s quite flavorless and not the texture that i enjoy.
Refreshing soft serves and floats with great customer service.This place is tastefully decorated and it should be your to-go matcha spot!
Stopped by with a friend while visiting from out of town. Had the matcha latte which was delicious.The cafe is located in a strip mall with plenty of parking. The staff were very helpful and efficient and made the experience worthwhile. Would definitely go again when I’m in town next. The soft serve ice cream (had the ube before) is amazing as well. Really hits the spot on a hot day.Life is better with matcha!Definitely recommend a visit to this place.
Not a big fan of matcha but my friend was and found this place. Soft serve, cake, cereal all blended really well in the special. If you like matcha definitely give this place a try.
Wow. The ice cream is outrageously creamy. Really fantastic texture. Was also excited to see hojicha-flavored ice cream, which is relatively rare.I got a parfait, and even a medium size was far more than I needed. I’d rather pay a little less for a more manageable portion.
What a cute little place. As the name suggests, if you love matcha, this is your place. My boyfriend who does not like matcha is also a fan of this place - so not so matcha lovers, this is where you start!