Constance Tea & Matcha serves some of the freshest and cleanest matcha I've had in the Bay Area. What really sets them apart is that they have actual stone mill machines in the shop, and the matcha is freshly milled on-site. Many places advertise "stone-milled matcha," but here you can literally see the process happening. The flavor profile is excellent--clean, smooth, umami-rich, and subtle without being overly bitter or grassy. You can tell they care deeply about quality, sourcing, and purity rather than masking the tea with excessive sweetness or additives. If you're serious about matcha and want to experience what freshly milled tea tastes like, this place is absolutely worth visiting. A rare find for tea enthusiasts in the Bay Area. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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This is one of the better matcha shops I've tried in SF!! Constance Tea and Matcha boasts its very own matcha mill, which is perpetually churning out fresh matcha power. The shop is about the size of an alleyway, with a row of benches facing the cashier and the beverage-making action. I met up with a friend here recently, and we were able to snag seats and chat. It was not the most comfortable experience, and would definitely recommend getting it to go. The drinks here are perhaps a bit pricier than average, with my matcha latte running me about $9. Definitely a splurge kind of treat! The matcha was really quite good though. Thick, vibrantly green, and rich, it is so delicious on its own, no fruit puree or sweetener required (though they have a bottle of simple syrup for you to add to your liking). It is very smooth and full bodied, and doesn't get blunted by the milk. Constance has other tea drinks as well, but I think about 80% of the customers my friend and I saw all left clutching the same, gorgeously green matcha latte as us. While pricey, Constance does put that money where its mouth is, serving up gorgeously read more

My friend recommended a new tea place in Richmond for some authentic matcha. The first thing we noticed was their stone mill for matcha...first time seeing that :) My wife and daughter got the Hojicha Einspanner and the Black Matcha Einspanner. You can really taste the tea, and it's not too sweet. I had to get the freshly ground matcha latte, and it was great. It kind of reminded me of the matcha I had in Japan. I couldn't taste the matcha powder like some of the other places, it was very smooth with a really good matcha flavor. Overall, a great place for tea and matcha! read more

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This is an amazing addition to the neighborhood. I had a freshly milled matcha iced with oat milk. Wow! I'll be back.

Absolutely delicious. "Not too sweet" --by default, which is the ultimate form of praise for Asian desserts/drinks. I ordered the Matcha Einspanner with whole milk and it rivals the best matcha spots in Orange County (land of the "modern" matcha drink specialties). There is a line and a wait, but the workers are very efficient and your drink will come out quickly after your order. read more

Went during soft opening? Or grand opening? I don't remember. Wait time was extremely long though to be fair I ordered 5 drinks. Although it took a while, the drinks were great. Very smooth read more

I was interested in this place because of their matcha concept and the use of a stone mill in their branding, which sounds authentic and traditional. However, I felt the focus on the stone mill is a bit misleading, as it seems more like a visual or marketing element rather than the core of what matters in matcha. For me, the more important question is where the tea leaves are sourced from, which wasn't clearly communicated. Also, I am so disappointed after I do the research from chat gbt, "black matcha" is not a standardized tea category. It appears to be a marketing term often referring to roasted green tea like hojicha or similar blends.....emmmmm Overall, the drink was fine, but clearer information about tea sourcing and product definitions would improve transparency. read more

Happy to see new matcha cafe opening up in the outer Richmond! I've tried a couple of their drinks and love that the matcha is high quality. The service is great and consistent as well. The owner is incredibly passionate and cares deeply for the business - he showed us the stone mill, explaining the process, and their overall business+vision. As for their drinks, their hojicha eispanner is really good and one of their unique drinks is the black matcha - it almost tastes like a black tea. If you like your matcha with less milk, I would opt for their regular matcha latte instead of einspanner. I found the matcha einspanner to be slightly too creamy and milky for my liking. Overall this place is great addition to the neighborhood and I'll definitely be back whenever I need a matcha pick me up. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Freshly milled matcha latte + black matcha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

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friendly staff, very informative, lots of diff quality matcha options, did the $11 matcha one where they do it in house and it's cool to see/ it is a good shade of green. think I wish it was a bit creamier though/ a bit sweeter. they did 50% sweet as standard which is fine to me typically but I think I needed a bit more. would come back though to try again! read more

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The place was soo nice and clean. The matcha mills were so cool to look at in person. They weren't milling at all the time we went but it was still nice to see. We went on the day of the World Cup final and they were playing it on their little tv and everyone was gathered around it, it was so nice that all the soccer fans gathered around. I got the freshly milled matcha latte and it was soo good. My brother got the red oolong tea latte, which wasn't my favorite but it was okay. read more

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Okay, I need to talk about this matcha latte. I watched them mill the tea leaves to order, and the difference is night and day compared to the pre-ground stuff you get most places. The color alone was this gorgeous, vivid jade green - no dull olive tones here. Flavor-wise it was smooth and grassy with just the right amount of natural sweetness, none of that bitter, chalky aftertaste I usually brace myself for. They steamed the milk perfectly too - velvety texture, not too hot, so you could actually taste the matcha instead of just foam. Watching the whole milling process also just made the whole experience feel special, like I was getting something made with actual care instead of scooped out of a tin that's been sitting open for who knows how long. Will absolutely be back. If you're a matcha person, this is worth the trip. read more

Let me tell you I was influenced because someone posted on social media and since I was already in San Francisco I had to try it! I know matcha is pretty big right now and I didn't want to have that sway my opinion, but these types of exper I know matcha is pretty big right now and I didn't want to have that sway my opinion, but these types of experiences where I get to actually see what's going on are the types of activities I like to go when I'm exploring. The owner was in the front explaining all the different types of tea leaves he uses and his philosophy on this matcha Milling process. This is like the first one in California that I'm aware of. I tried both a regular matcha latte and a single cultivar Reserve matcha strain. I did ask the cashier what they recommended and What notes they could find from the two different freshly milled matcha that they offered. I think they grind the matcha and other tea leaves daily and after trying both the latte and the reserve plain tea you can tell the difference. The Latte might be harder since there is milk and sweetener, but definitely having it playing with no sweetener or milk you can taste the individual notes. Definitely the owner decorated the entire Place very nicely and it has a vibe. I would say if you are in the area please do check this place out! I'm sure this is like one of the closest things you will find to something in japan even though this place it's only been and it's soft opening. Hopefully they come with something similar in southern california, but I'm glad the owner wanted to bring this concept to life! read more

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We are so impressed with the matcha and tea at Constance. Their drinks are refreshingly pure, simply made from tea leaves sourced from Taiwan and Japan and water, oat milk, or whole milk - no artificial flavors. What we tried: The Matcha Reserve: it had a deep umami flavor and tasted incredibly clean, earthy, and smooth without any hint of bitterness that you might find in lower quality matcha. That's with no added sweetener at all! ​Cassia Black Tea: it was malty and buttery, and had an incredibly complex flavor profile of coffee and milk tea. Yum! The staff is also so friendly and I love that the owner is on site and so personable. He is obviously very passionate about matcha tea; he gave us a tour of the matcha grinders and I learned a lot. We are definitely coming back for the matcha, teas, and people! read more

If you like authentic matcha you will love Constance. The owner is the sweetest and they import the stones from Japan to mill the matcha fresh in store. 10/10! Will be back. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Fresh, high-quality Matcha available! I appreciate how robust and not overly sweet the flavor is. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Reserved Matcha with milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

As a matcha lover, this place is a great addition to the neighborhood! You can really taste the difference with their freshly milled matcha. It's incredibly smooth, and full of flavor without being overly bitter or sweet. I also tried the black matcha, and it was delicious and unique. It's definitely worth trying if you're looking for something a little different. If you're a matcha fan, I highly recommend stopping by. read more

The first matcha that has really met my expectations. Not grainy or powdery, it was great! Their less sweet option was perfect, as someone who doesn't like sweet matcha. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - matcha einspanner - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Best matcha in the city. They have a stonemill they use to mill the matcha fresh and even make this unique black matcha drink shown in the photo. The owner Bill took a lot of care to create this wonderful community spot. Stop by, say hi to him and get tour of their ultra cool mill. read more

The matcha was so fresh and creamy! It was a really unique experience, and I had never seen matcha freshly milled before. It made the whole experience feel extra special, and the flavor was amazing. read more

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Saw this all over tiktok. First store in sf to have a milled matcha . I order a matcha latte hot, it was yummy. I can taste the matcha grande unlike others . Service maybe be slow because a lot of people ordering . I'll tried their hojicha next time . read more

This definitely is a unique spot featuring stone ground matcha. I ordered a matcha latte with oat milk lightly sweet and it was perfect. I'm normally a person who can't tell the difference between anything but I could definitely tell the matcha had a very clean taste. Will definitely come back to try the other drinks. The store was clean and the staff was really good about explaining the drinks. Be prepared to wait for your drink because they are using quality ingredients. Worth it though. read more

Experience was okay. I'm not a big matcha person but I went for my friend. Busy place so had to wait in line for a bit. Staff were super nice and helpful. Limited seating and no bathrooms. It was pretty cool to see the process of their matcha making. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha is such a great addition to the neighborhood! The space is light, bright, warm, and inviting. It's the kind of place where you can meet up friends, get some work done, or just enjoy a quiet afternoon. I stopped in for a hojicha latte, and it was incredibly fresh, smooth, velvety, and beautifully roasted with rich, nutty notes. It wasn't overly sweet, allowing the natural flavors of the tea to shine through. It was the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. The staff is so friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable. They gave me a tour and I was especially impressed to learn that they mill their matcha onsite. I've never been to a café that does that, and it really speaks to the freshness and quality of their drinks. I also appreciate that they use organic sugar and organic whole milk, which shows how much they care about the quality of every ingredient. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality. I can't wait to come back and try the Matcha Reserve Latte and the Red Oolong Latte next. Kind people, high-quality drinks, a beautiful atmosphere, and an overall wonderful experience. read more

We came around 2pm on a Saturday, and were pleased to find there was not a huge line! The fresh milled matcha machine is cool, but it seems like a bit of a gimmick. The reserve latte was good, but I couldn't tell the difference from other matcha-heavy lattes I've had. I would say the black matcha was way more interesting, this is probably the only spot I've seen ever selling this drink. It's black tea, but prepared like matcha. The flavor is really rich and roasted, and it has the benefit of also being about half the price of the reserve latte. I haven't had the hojicha yet but I'd try that if I came again. read more

Thank you, Anna, for the wonderful tour at Constance Tea & Matcha! I usually buy matcha from Japan, but this visit showed me that I can enjoy high-quality, fresh-milled matcha much closer to home. Highly recommend visiting if you're in San Francisco! read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

Tried the freshly milled matcha reserve with less sweetness and regular milk. The milk to matcha ratio seemed off. The flavor of the milk subtly overpowered the matcha flavor. Matcha quality seemed average got some slight bitterness at the end of each sip. Kind of overpriced ($11) and mid compared to other high rated matcha places like komeya and tadaima. Might come back to try the einspanners or other teas but not a regular place to frequent in my opinion. read more

The drinks were really good and the matcha is not too sweet which is something I like a lot. The black matcha is really tasty and has very unique flavor profile that tastes similar. Ryan was very helpful and attentive while taking my order, and explained to me the whole process. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

If you're a matcha person, this is the spot for high quality freshly ground matcha. They have their own matcha milling machines on location and you can see for yourself the matcha being grinded in the machines which I haven't seen anywhere else locally. They are new and the staff are very friendly and service is efficient. They have other non-matcha teas and tea lattes also which are all very high quality as well. The tea lattes were great as they were not too sweet for those Asian taste buds. read more

Constance is a tea shop that's incredibly popular and new. I am amazed by the freshness and high quality ingredients that really shows up during every sip!!! The wait was not long, in and out in less than 15 minutes (I probably got really lucky today!) Customer service is A+. The cashier was very welcoming and even offered to give recommendations and explanations for the drinks if I can't decide. I got the Black Matcha Latte with oat milk. The taste was super refreshing and it wasn't overly sweet which is just how I like it! I feel like these drinks are balancing all the sugary boba drinks I've consumed throughout in my teenage and young adult years lol I'm making healthier decisions now! My hubs tried the Freshly Milled Reserved Matcha Latte and he really enjoyed it! The tea shop had some BTS lofi background music which already puts me in a good mood as I waited for my order The atmosphere is 10/10 - clean, modern, and inviting. 5 stars if not more!!! Let's go, Constance! Welcome to the Richmond District! read more

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Came here to try the black matcha that my friends have been talking about. Sounded really interesting. When I got here I was amazed with the staff's knowledge of matcha. Super friendly as well. The black matcha was awesome. Wife got the freshly milled matcha which was smooth and reminded me of Japan. Love the ambiance. read more

This is the rolls Royce of matcha! I've been waiting for a matcha place to open in the neighborhood and man this hits the spot! The creme de la creme of matcha drinks! Highly recommend! read more

I got the reserve freshly milled matcha latte. I don't believe it is worth the price, especially when you mix in the milk, it just tastes like milk. read more

This is hands down the best matcha spot in SF! Super fresh, vibrant, and bright matcha! The umami flavor stands out. We got the freshly milled reserve matcha latte and americano as well as the black matcha latte. It is worth the price! You can taste the quality of the matcha and you can see them mill it in store. I will definitely come back! read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Black matcha latte, Reserve matcha latte, Reserve matcha americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

The matcha tea is amazing and authentic! You can tell by looking at the dedication they went through in making it.

Constance Tea and Matcha was super refreshing. My favorite drink was the Freshly Milled Reserve Matcha Latte. I had rough morning but drinking this drink gave me enough energy and it was very restorative. The top is matcha and the bottom of the cup is milk. You have two options, either oat milk or whole milk. The workers were very friendly and welcoming! The service was super fast. They even give you a little description about what you ordered! i recommend it to all those matcha lovers! Once you take a sip you can't stop!You will not regret going to Constance Tea and Matcha! read more

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Black matcha is unique and good! What a lovely charming matcha place in the city! Keep it up Constance!

Best service from the team. They even educate you on matcha. Drinks are really good! Matcha is really smooth! Highly recommend this place!! read more

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The place was very classy and clean. It had a minimalistic vibe and was quiet. The workers were nice and explained the drinks to you if it was your first time coming. I got the Stone Milled Matcha Latte with less sweet (which is the default sweetness level) and oat milk. Anyhow, the matcha was a good quality compared to other places i've been and they did NOT skimp out on the amount of matcha they added. However, if you like your matcha's on the sweeter side, less sweet is definitely not sweet enough and i would recommend more sweet. Overall, this place, though definitely on the pricy side, was worth the one time experience. read more

Constance Tea & Matcha - Stone milled matcha latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Francisco, California

It's really amazing. Thumbs up . Love the matcha especially the black matcha latte!

Came in for a test run on this new local business. It is all sparkling and new and super clean!! They have fresh match grinders and seem to grind all of their own matcha. ( I honestly didn't even know how matcha was made until I came here. They have a very rich and dark "black matcha" which I had never even heard of before but is now my new favorite drink. My wife tried something called Cassia Black Tea and now she is mentioning random Cassia cravings. The staff were friendly, polite, professional and welcoming and they genuinely seemed to care about making us drinks that we would enjoy. I think this little gem is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. I plan to visit anytime I am nearby. read more