The 10 Must-Try Matcha Shops in NYC
From traditional tea rooms to modern cafés, discover the best matcha experiences New York City has to offer. Hand-picked by matcha experts.
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Cha Cha Matcha
Flatiron, New York
Hip matcha spot in the Flatiron District with signature pink walls and exceptional Japanese matcha.
Nana's Green Tea
Midtown, New York
Tokyo's #1 matcha cafe chain, now in NYC. Authentic Japanese matcha drinks, soft serve, and traditional desserts.
Setsugekka
East Village, New York
Traditional Japanese tea house offering matcha ceremonies, tea lessons, and high-quality ceremonial matcha. Walk-in only.
Matcha 108
Lower East Side, New York
Matcha 108 is a cozy, zen-inspired cafe in the Lower East Side's Two Bridges neighborhood, where the owner studies traditional matcha preparation under a sensei. This clean, modern space serves ceremonial-grade matcha and hojicha with bold flavors and functional wellness blends, including unique drinks made with oat milk.
Matchaful
Financial District, New York
Upscale location in Brookfield Place offering premium matcha and healthy snacks in a modern setting.
Kettl
NoHo, New York
Minimalist tea cafe specializing in premium Japanese green teas rarely found outside Japan. Expert matcha preparation.
12 Matcha
NoHo, New York
Contemporary matcha brand with exquisite attention to detail. Featured pastry chef from Noma. Known for massive lines and beautifully crafted drinks.
Aoko Matcha
West Village, New York
Aokō Matcha is a contemporary matcha café and gelato concept in the West Village that blends Japanese tradition with modern creativity. Founded by 27-year-old entrepreneur Isabella Pang in August 2025, the cafe is renowned for its signature five-shade matcha gelato tasting experience, where guests can choose their preferred intensity from Level 1 (gently sweet) to Level 5 (bold, ceremonial-grade). The menu also features matcha-infused desserts, specialty lattes, and Japanese teas.
Matcha Cafe Maiko
Fort Lee, New York
Matcha Cafe Maiko brings authentic Japanese matcha culture to Fort Lee with a focus on premium matcha ice cream and soft serve. This modern and trendy cafe specializes in traditional Japanese-inspired treats, from rich matcha lattes to elaborate parfaits, with flavors that transport you straight to Japan.