As a matcha lover in Los Angeles, I’ve made it my mission to find the best spots across the city — from hidden gems in Koreatown to beachside cafés in Santa Monica. This list features my personal favorites where the matcha is either ceremonial-grade,...
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This place just radiates good vibes. Their iced lavender matcha latte is one of my go-tos — smooth, floral, and perfect for a beach day. Plus, they have a “kindness” mission that makes you feel good about supporting them.
La La Land Kind Cafe
Colorful, fun, and Instagram-ready. Whether it’s nitro matcha, matcha waffles, or matcha soft serve, they make it an adventure.
Cha Cha Matcha (CENTURY CITY)
Multiple LA Locations
It’s trendy for a reason. Their matcha is sourced from a Japanese family farm, and I can always count on it for consistent flavor no matter which location I visit.
Alfred Coffee
This café feels like a cool, modern hangout with perfectly balanced matcha drinks. Bonus points for the retro photobooth — yes, I’ve definitely taken a few matcha-in-hand pictures here.
idyllic
Their Kyoto-sourced Wazuka matcha is buttery and silky, and I’m obsessed with their seasonal flavors — the cherry matcha in spring is gorgeous.
Picnic Coffee
They use Mizuba ceremonial-grade matcha, and you can taste the difference. It’s smooth, naturally sweet, and refreshing without feeling heavy.
Stereoscope Coffee
I appreciate that their matcha actually tastes like tea instead of green milk. Plus, they don’t charge extra for alt milks, and their seasonal syrups make it easy to switch things up.
Community Goods (@thecommunitygoods)
This place is like a matcha lover’s dream. Freshly whisked matcha lattes and soft serve that tastes like real green tea, not artificial flavoring.
Tea Master Matcha Cafe and Green Tea Shop
A small, cozy spot with one of the prettiest Vienna matcha lattes I’ve ever seen. The balance is perfect — not overly sweet — and it’s great for grabbing on the go.
Yeems Coffee
Their “matcha duo” is my guilty pleasure. It’s bold, creamy, and layered like a matcha milkshake, but it still tastes like real tea. Perfect for when I’m in the mood for something indulgent.
rōk coffee and tea
I love coming here when I want a calming, minimal vibe. They hand-whisk every matcha latte, and you can actually taste the quality of the tea. It’s not just a drink — it’s an experience.
Archives Of Us
I love how peaceful Damo feels whenever I visit. They treat tea like an art, offering a Korean-style tea service with porcelain pots, and their matcha einspänner—topped with cream and dusted with extra powder—is both elevated and comforting. There’s ...
DAMO
This place feels like stepping into Kyoto. I marvel at the matcha tins with harvest dates and origin maps before they whisk my drink fresh in front of me. It’s a tea nerd’s dream.
Kettl Tea - Los Feliz
I never thought I’d be hooked on a matcha flat white—but here we are. Their Iced Matcha Flat White is concentrated and well-balanced, with a smooth, indulgent kick. And the vegan cream? A total game-changer.
This cafe has quickly climbed my list. Their matcha is sourced directly from Japanese farmers and tastes authentically delicate. Plus, their vegan goodies and sun-dappled patio make it a favorite hangout