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    Holy Matcha

    3.4 (1.1k reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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    Wynesha K.

    Holy Matcha was such a cute little stop, and we were warmly greeted by two girls at the front, including Lily, who was especially helpful in walking me through the menu since I wasn't very familiar with matcha and wasn't sure what to choose. I came with my teenage sons, so we each ordered something different and got to sample one another's drinks. We tried the cherry matcha, banana cream matcha, strawberry matcha, and horchata matcha, plus I ordered a plain ceremonial matcha to compare it with the daily matcha. I also picked up a bag of ceremonial matcha from the shop since they were running a $10 off special. Overall, we really enjoyed the drinks, though the sizes felt a little small for the price. Parking is a bit tricky since the shop faces a busy street and only has shared side parking with nearby businesses. That said, the inside is super cute with plenty of seating, and there was a steady flow of people coming and going the whole time, so it's clearly a popular spot. I'm not sure I'd go out of my way just for parking, but the drinks were good and it was a nice place to chill for a bit. If you're in the area and want a matcha stop, definitely check it out.

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    Robin W.

    I really liked this place! My banana matcha was good, not overly sweet and the banana didn't taste artificial. I appreciate that you can sub out the milk for no additional up charge. There was only one girl working the counter and making the drinks so it did take a bit, but there's a cute photo booth to kill some time while you wait. It's a cute place to stop in at during a nice day walking around in North Park. I'd return for sure!

    Vanessa M.

    I accidentally grabbed someone else's drink which was totally embarrassing however when I grabbed mine, I grabbed some holy matcha. The inside was lovely, there were cute trinkets to buy and sweaters; and hats. The menu had several options but I got the matcha horchata and the banana matcha. I loved my horchata matcha which wasn't overly sweet and had a lovely taste mixed between the consistent cinnamon and matcha flavor!

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    Denise C.

    The matcha horchata here was so good, easily one of the best I've had. It was smooth, flavorful, and just the right balance of matcha and sweetness. The shop itself is super cute, with all pink vibes that make it feel fun and inviting. I also loved that they feature items from small businesses, so you can shop unique finds while you're there. The staff were friendly and welcoming. My daughter and I love it here!

    Katherine K.

    This review is from my mom, not me as I do not like matcha. My mom loves matcha, as long as it's fresh. She ordered the Strawberry Matcha with almond milk and she could tell right away that the matcha was not fresh, which upset her. The barista told her that this drink was not very sweet, but my mom thought otherwise. She even had to water it down due to the sweetness. She wishes that they offered regular milk instead of only alternatives as it would have cut down on the sweetness level. Overall, expensive for less than average quality in a small drink. She would not come back.

    Ceremonial matcha latte with pistachio milk and banana cold foam.

    So yummy and great service! This is the only cafe I have seen with pistachio milk and it's so worth it. The banana cold foam is deliciously.

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    Alma G.

    This is a cute little shop in the heart of North Park. I've been meaning to check it out for a while, but parking around here is always a pain. The shop is tiny, cute, and has a table with merch, stickers, cards, and keychains you can purchase. The cashier was very helpful and gave me a bunch of drink recommendations. I went with the strawberry matcha. It was okay, but for $8+ I expected it to be bigger and sweeter. The best part of this visit for me was the vintage photo booth inside of the shop. $6 gets you 2 photo-strips that made coming here worth it for me! Overall, it's more of an aesthetic spot to hang out and grab cute photos than a go-to for the drinks themselves.

    Strawberry matcha
    Brisa B.

    The aesthetic of the place is super cutesy and pink!! They have a photo booth to take photos and Knick Knacks for sale. They were quick with our order and brought out our drink within minutes. Although, the strawberry matcha was neither matcha nor strawberry. You can barely taste the matcha which seemed watered down, maybe from the whisking? The strawberry flavoring also tasted watered down. Overall a very watery drink but lots of room for improvement!

    Banana matcha
    Arabella N.

    The matcha here was good but the banana cream on top was more thin than expecting. I also ordered avocado toast with egg and realized the egg was boiled instead of fried. For the price i was expecting something fancy and was slightly disappointed. The staff was really friendly so that was nice!! I think a lot of people came in for the photobooth but at one point a line started so it did get super busy!

    Strawberry matcha after mixed together- 1/5. Once mixed, all you could taste is the strawberry puree.
    Tuyetnhi M.

    Good service, pretty and modern. Cozy and small place. However a bit overpriced, and the taste was not there for me. It's definitely on the stronger and bitter side, but I ordered the strawberry matcha and after I mixed it, all I could taste was the strawberry puree and no matcha. We also took pics in the photobooth, and just fyi: you get print outs, but no email of the photo, and you do not get any retakes on your photos- so be ready! Would I return? I would not.

    Jeovanna

    This place was sooo cute! I was craving a matcha before leaving San Diego, so l decided to stop by and grab one before heading out. I got the strawberry matcha and it was honestly sooo good!! My boyfriend got the cherry matcha and loved his too. The girls working there were super sweet and welcoming which made the experience even better. My only downside was that it was pretty pricey for the size of the drinks, so personally I probably wouldn't go back because of the price, but the drinks themselves were definitely delicious!

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    Danny D.

    I got their banana matcha with pistachio milk (no extra cost for milk alternatives)! It was just the right amount of sweet and was lovely. The inside was cute and they sell a lot of small trinkets and items. They were also very quick with the service on a Friday afternoon, not very busy.

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    Isaiah A.

    Overall, I enjoyed my experience at Holy Matcha. The interior is aesthetic and perfect for a cozy hangout or photo op. Service was kind and quick, even on a busy Saturday morning. I tried the seasonal cinnamon brown sugar matcha with oat milk. It was nicely balanced and perfectly sweet, with a decent matcha flavor. That said, I do wish the matcha was a bit stronger, and for the price, the portion felt a little small.

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    Matcha sucks asss here way to sweet and watery. Inside is cute Ig but what does that matter if the lattes aren't gonna be good.

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    Do they have gluten free bread?

    No. The bread is locally sourced.

    For the avocado toast, is there gluten free bread?

    Ofc! This place is hipster-esque and trendy. They should have gluten free, halal, kosher, and all those special type of options.

    Are they accept cash?

    No, totally cashless

    What types of sweetness do they use? Sugar? Stevia? Etc

    Yes, they have both of those and honey

    Do they offer anything with no caffeine?

    Yes, they have a few other teas on hand

    Do people come here to study?

    Definitely not! There are only a few tables. Most people come here to take pretty pictures.....

    Does this place accept cash?

    No, credit only.

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    A cute authentic Italian neighborhood cafe in Little Italy serving coffee, treats, gelato, and…read morepaninis. My friends and I were just looking to get a coffee in Little Italy, but when we walked in and saw all the delicious treats we had to try something else as well. I ordered a latte and neglected to tell them it was for here so I was given a paper cup, but they give real cups if you ask. The latte was good, and my friend bought a kitchen sink type cookie with chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It was warm and gooey good! Another friend tried the gelato and said it was very good. There are a few tables inside and tables out in front outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful San Diego weather. The decor and tables definitely gives you an old school Italian neighborhood vibe with Italian markets right next door. If I am in the neighborhood again, I would definitely come back here to try the gelato and/or a piece of an excellent looking lemon pie bar I spotted.

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    One of our 'go to' dessert places in San Diego.
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    3.8
    (1.8k reviews)
    3.2 mi
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    Simply delicious coffee!…read more It's always a relief when you find a hidden gem. This establishment was so cute they even had cows hanging upside down! Such a fun and unique atmosphere. They also sell gelato, although we didn't get a chance to try it this time. The service was great, and the cashier was very helpful and friendly. I ordered an iced vanilla latte, and it was perfect. They also offer a great selection of coffee from Hawaii. The place was clean, welcoming, and had a very friendly vibe. Next time, I'll definitely have to indulge in some desserts! ts.

    This is a cute breakfast and dessert cafe that's actually open till midnight (or later on the…read moreweekends). The decor and setting is cute and quirky, including cow sculptures hanging upside down from the ceiling. There were only a couple other visitors when we arrived, as it was near opening time. Our dishes took a whopping 35 minutes to be ready, and service was not very friendly nor helpful. Luckily, the music playing through the speakers added a nice vibe to the place, songs like Our House by Madness and Can't Fight This Feeling. We ordered the brunch pizza (with eggs cooked overeasy) and the breakfast flatbread which looked almost identical when served, as well as an iced mocha. The quality of the pizza was pretty average, and the eggs were slightly overcooked. The drink was really good, made fresh, with a smooth taste and a nice sweetness to it, the plastic cup coated in chocolate sauce. It tasted more like chocolate milk with a hint of coffee, which I personally enjoyed. They typically serve gelato here, but it would not be ready till almost two hours after opening time. So no milkshakes or cold desserts were available in the morning this past Sunday (no worries, Ghirardelli is just a block away). I appreciate the variety of menu items offered here. But they really should communicate online that their gelato's not ready till two hours into the day. If there's one thing that irks me about an establishment, it's failure to communicate appropriately. Even though our recent visit was somewhat disappointing, I still gave 3 stars, assuming this was an off day for them.

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    3.8
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    2.2 mi
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    This is a rare 5 star review from me! A local restaurant that is far enough away from the tourist…read moreareas or downtown that you want to go for a nice sit down without a long wait or huge menu. The most impressive thing is the works of art that are deserts in the showcase. Knowing that the draw is the sweets I was pleasantly surprised that they have food, beer and wine to set up a nice full meal. Our order was so complete that we had to take home th desert that we camefor in togo boxes. if you are a soup or tomato love I highly suggest getting there cup of tomatoes soup and salad. my eyes popped out of my head when they brought me salad that seemed big enough for two people. With a side of smoked salmon I couldn't fit everything in. My partner had a sandwich that was bigger than the size of her head and a crazy nice strawberry spritzer. The cheesecake smob that I am I took home something that I took a a chance on because I am trying not to be a creature of habits. A lemon strudel cheesecake out of the refrigerator the next day is probably better freshly made. When I go back I will defiantly make space for everything. This is a hidden gem that I hope stays local and a tour bus dosen't stop at the front door.

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    Milk & Cookies

    4.1
    (77 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    Outdoor seating
    Kid friendly

    We loved the cookie and scoop combo here ($6.50). We sampled a few flavors and settled for the…read morebrown butter toffee with the cookies and cream cookie. It was such a sweet treat and makes me super tempted to come back again for this visit! The Royal Hawaiian cookie is calling out to me! The shop was clean and nice, not much seating though. The service was pleasant while we sampled and the portions were generous.

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