If you love matcha as much as I do, this list rounds up SF’s must-visit cafés and shops serving the best blends, prettiest cups, and most consistent vibes.
One of my go-to spots for a quick matcha fix — super smooth, cute vibes, and always hits the spot.
Kiss of Matcha
A classic SF favorite — cozy, Japanese-style, and their matcha is always rich and balanced. I go here when I want something comforting.
Stonemill Matcha
Matcha Plover is for matcha lovers who like a little creativity in their cup. It’s not the classic style, but a fun and refreshing way to switch things up.
Andytown Coffee Roasters
The Velvet Matcha Cream Cloud at Q Specialty Coffee is so good. Smooth, creamy, and perfect when you want something comforting.
Q Specialty Coffee | Fresh roasted coffee and innovative brews
Asha Tea House is perfect when I’m craving a classic matcha. Smooth, steady, and always hits just right.
Asha Tea House | Asha Tea House
Junbi Matcha & Tea isn’t my top pick. The matcha is on the watery side and doesn’t have that authentic depth I usually look for.
Junbi Matcha & Tea - San Francisco
Tadaima has a nice, comforting matcha. Nothing too fancy, just clean and satisfying. Such a cute spot
Tadaima Marina
Matcha Cafe Maiko is great when you’re craving something rich and sweet. Their matcha has a deeper flavor and the desserts are always fun.
Matcha Cafe Maiko
Maruwu Seicha is great for a quick matcha break in Japantown. Smooth flavor and such a cozy little spot.
Maruwu Seicha - Coffee & Tea
Komeya No Bento has such good matcha and bento. I love it here, just always super crowded.
Komeya No Bento
Blackbird is a nice grab-and-go spot. They use Rocky’s matcha powder, so it’s clean and smooth, but definitely on the sweeter side.
Black Bird Bookstore and Café
Oishii Matcha is cute and very approachable. The matcha is smooth, easy to drink, and leans a little sweet. Good for a light matcha fix.
OISHII MATCHA
fifty/fifty makes a really clean, balanced matcha. Not too sweet and super easy to drink.
fifty/fifty
Sohn is a new trendy spot with really clean, earthy matcha. Not too sweet, and super satisfying.
SŌHN | Korean-inspired Café & Gathering Space in Dogpatch, SF
Outset Coffee is a fun, creative spot. The drinks get a lot of love for being unique, flavorful, and easy to enjoy.
Outset Coffee - Financial District
Paper Son Coffee nails the Asian-inspired drinks. Their iced pandan matcha and pandan aerocano are favorites — flavorful and creative with good balance.
