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We love it so matcha! Hong Kong’s matcha scene is thriving, and we’re here for it. Check out this list of must-visit spots in the city serving up the best matcha drinks, desserts and more!
You don’t need to book a flight to Japan to indulge in some premium matcha goodness — Hong Kong is buzzing with matcha spots serving everything from creamy lattes to soft-serve ice creams. Whether you’re a matcha addict or just looking to jump on the green tea hype, the city has plenty of options to satisfy your cravings. Keep reading for our list of must-try spots in Hong Kong for matcha delights!
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MATCHA TOKYO — Serving Uji matcha lattes, soft serves and more
To our OG matcha enthusiast, this one’s for you! THE MATCHA TOKYO serves up a drool-worthy menu made with 100% organic matcha. From creamy matcha soft serve and specialty drinks to the viral Matcha Mochi Croffles (yes, they’re as good as they sound), there’s something here for everyone! And it doesn’t stop there – take the magic home with their own matcha powder, matcha milk jam, tea incense burners and more.
THE MATCHA TOKYO, various locations across Hong Kong, www.thematchatokyo.com
Via Tokyo — Offering matcha dessert sets paired with warm tea
Via Tokyo is a matcha haven located in Causeway Bay that has been around since 2013. It offers a Matcha Parfait, Uji Matcha Mont Blanc, along with soft serves with customisable toppings (the shiratama mochi is a must!). It also has a matcha pastry series with buzzworthy bakery, +bread, featuring ooey gooey matcha lava tarts and more! And just when you think it can’t get any better, this matcha spot offers dessert sets paired with hot Uji Houjicha tea to cleanse your palate. Via Tokyo also sells whole matcha cakes and canned cakes.
Via Tokyo Cafe, Shop 1A & 1B, G/F, Lei Shun Court, 106-126 Leighton Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong, Instagram: @viatokyocafe
Sundazed — Must-try matcha spot by the Mid-Levels escalator
A new matcha gem has landed in town! You can’t miss its eye-catching, green-painted storefront sits right at the end of the Central–Mid-Levels Escalators. This takeaway spot is all about premium Uji matcha from Japan, offering everything from bold matcha americanos and matcha lattes to indulgent Hokkaido milk and Uji matcha sundaes.
Sundazed, Shop A, G/F, 100 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong, Instagram: @sundazedmatcha
Matchali — Hong Kong’s first ever matcha store at Moon Street, Wan Chai
Female-owned and Hong Kong’s first home-grown matcha store, Matchali sources ceremonial grade matcha directly from a fifth-generation tea farm in Uji, Japan. There you can grab treats like the Matcha Smoothie Bowl, Green Tea Soba Salad and of, course, the best cup of matcha — go for traditional matcha or one with a fruity twist like strawberry or yuzu lemonade. Its location is cozy and perfect for a chitchat session with the girls!
Matchali, 5 Moon Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, 9880 7661, www.matchali.com
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nana’s green tea — Biggest Japan matcha chain in Hong Kong
nana’s green tea, one of Japan’s biggest matcha café chain, made its Hong Kong debut at AIRSIDE mall, Kai Tak, back in September 2023. Wasting no time, it’s already opened a second spot at THE SOUTHSIDE in Wong Chuk Hang! On the menu is everything matcha lovers dream of — hot or iced matcha lattes, matcha nama chocolate parfaits and refreshing matcha soft-serve frappes.
nana’s green tea, Shop B128, AIRSIDE, 2 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Hong Kong, 2117 1309
nana’s green tea, Shop 206-207, 2/F, THE SOUTHSIDE, 11 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang, Hong Kong, 2117 0639, Instagram: @nanasgreenteahongkong
MATSUYA Dessert & Restaurant — Cozy matcha dessert spot in Hong Kong
Tucked away in the neighborhood of Sai Ying Pun, MATSUYA Dessert & Restaurant is a cosy dessert spot that takes matcha seriously. It uses premium matcha from Marukyu Koyamaen, a renowned matcha brand in Uji, Kyoto. If you stop by, don’t miss its signature matcha lava cake topped with matcha ice cream (thank us later!). Other standouts include the matcha roll cake with adzuki, plus the green tea warabi mochi.
MATSUYA Dessert & Restaurant, Shop F, G/F, Yen Shun Mansion, 142-150 Third Street, Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong, 2512 2620, Instagram: @matsuyahk
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Tea Shops For Matcha Powder
Too pro to buy pre-made matcha andrefer to whip up your own masterpiece? Here’s where you can snag some ceremonial grade matcha to create your very own cup:
- Tealosophy Tea Bar — Shop online and opt for in-store pickup to explore their serene, zen-inspired shop while you’re at it. www.tealosophy.com
- Tsukimi Japan — Tsukimi Japan, located in Mong Kok, is an authorized retailer for a wide selection of top ceremonial grade matcha brands including popular matcha brands like Yamamasa Koyamaen and Marukyu Koyamaen. www.tsukimixjapan.com
- Miss Bear — Focusing on organic products, you can find matcha powders, as well as the essential matcha tools such as bamboo whisks, matcha sifters, whisk stands and more. www.missbearhk.com
- Matcha Easy — Here you’ll find ceremonial grade matcha powder, teaware, as well as recipes for tasty matchatreats and drinks! www.matchaeasy.com
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More Matcha Spots Serving Matcha Delights
Desserts and coffee shops are catching on to the matcha craze! Here are a few of Team Sassy’s favorite places to get your matcha fix:
- Cupping Room — Go-to spot for champion-quality coffee, comforting bites and a welcoming vibe. Serves iced matcha lattes and hojicha lattes. https://cuppingroom.hk/locations
- Sweets House Cha Cha — Citysuper’s designated store for all things matcha! We’re talking matcha soft serves, roll cakes, cream puffs and more! www.citysuper.com
- The Maison Kayser — Treat yourself to a smooth matcha latte at one of Maison Kayser’s cafes and pair it with one of their mouthwatering pastries. www.maison-kayser.com
- Artistry Brewing Company — In the North Point area? Swing by this homey café for a toasty cup of coffee and their irresistible matcha cheesecake. Instagram: @artistrybrewingcompany
- Silk — Hong Kong’s well-known bubble tea shop serves up a delicious, creamy green matcha! Add brown sugar pearls for the ultimate bubble tea drink. www.thesilk.com
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Main image courtesy of nana’s green tea via AIRSIDE, image 1 courtesy of MATCHA TOKYO via Instagram, image 2 courtesy of Via Tokyo via Instagram, image 3 courtesy of Sundazed via Instagram, image 4 courtesy of Matchali via Instagram, image 5 courtesy of nana’s green tea via Instagram, image 6 courtesy of Matsuya Dessert & Restaurant via Facebook, image 7 courtesy of Pexels and image 8 courtesy of Getty Images.
