Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Matcha Cafe Maiko

    4.6 (451 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

    Order Matcha Cafe Maiko Takeout or Delivery

    Matcha Cafe Maiko Photos

    Business Info

    You might also consider

    More like Matcha Cafe Maiko

    Recommended Reviews - Matcha Cafe Maiko

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Maiko special parfait, Boba Sundae
    Lin L.

    Authentic Japanese matcha with intense flavor! Maiko Matcha Café imports all of its green tea directly from Harima Garden in Uji, Kyoto, Japan, and you can really taste the quality of the matcha. Parking: Free parking with plenty of spaces in the complex. Service: fast efficient No public restroom. Seating: A few benches inside, but this is more of a grab-and-go spot than a café for hanging out. Recommendations: *Matcha Soft Serve Super creamy with an intense matcha flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. The matcha tastes high-quality and is definitely the highlight for me. If you're a matcha lover, I highly recommend trying it! *Boba Sundae Matcha soft serve topped with kuromitsu boba and a drizzle of kuromitsu syrup. The combination of creamy matcha and the rich brown-sugar flavor was delicious. *Maiko Special Parfait (Matcha) Made with matcha cream, matcha chiffon, chestnuts, and shiratama mochi. A nice combination of different textures and matcha flavors. Product quality: exceptional/highest. Flavor: excellent. Overall, a great place to satisfy a serious matcha craving, especially if you prefer your matcha rich and flavorful rather than overly sweet.

    Vanilla and Half n half swirls
    Kourtney W.

    After lunch dessert here was a great idea! The place has a couple seats for you to sit and wait and enjoy your ice cream cones and drinks but no tables. Service is always nice and quick. We ordered the regular vanilla and half n half matcha vanilla and a strawberry matcha latte to enjoy. The ice cream is always sweet and creamy! The cone is always crispy/crunchy and has a sweet taste to it!The matcha is truly a delicious matcha! The strawberry matcha was great! Creamy sweetness with matcha taste. A must if you're in south sac! Come get yourself a come and enjoy on hot days or cool days!

    Menu ( April 2024)
    Justin S.

    Stopped by on a Thursday in the late afternoon and was surprised to find the shop completely empty. I was also pleasantly surprised by how reasonably priced everything was, especially the drinks and soft serve. With prices seeming to go up everywhere these days, this spot felt like a great value. I ordered the Hojicha Latte, while my sister got the Boba Sundae with half matcha and half seasonal mango soft serve. My drink came out almost immediately, which makes sense since it was pre-made, while the sundae took a couple of minutes to prepare. The Hojicha Latte was delicious with a rich, roasted flavor that was smooth and satisfying. The sundae was equally enjoyable. The soft serve was creamy, the boba was soft and perfectly chewy, and the seasonal mango flavor reminded me of mango pudding--sweet, fruity, and refreshing. The matcha paired nicely with the mango and added a nice balance. Overall, this is a great spot if you're in the area and looking for a reasonably priced drink or a refreshing sweet treat. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu!

    Strawberry Matcha Latte & Matcha Frappe
    M N.

    Friendly and quick customer service. The matcha flavor in the strawberry matcha latte, matcha frappe, and matcha latte float are really rich & authentic. So, if you like to taste actual matcha flavor in your drinks, then this is the spot. Another popular item is the soft serve. The cafe is very small. It seems more like a to-go type of cafe as there is very limited seating. FYI: no restrooms available for customers.

    Strawberry lychee sundae
    Lynda S.

    5/17/26 My son wanted Matcha Maiko so here we are! Grabbed my usual boba sundae! Quick and easy yummy dessert! Hot day today so it melted pretty fast! Service was on point and ambiance is as expected.

    Matcha latte with matcha ice  cream
    Leslie T.

    Super good matcha ice cream and drinks ! Quick service even though there was a lot of people ! The ambiance felt like some of the shops in Japan ! My friend loved the banana matcha.. I will get that one next time !

    Ube soft serve
    Cindy M.

    This is a must when in Sacramento. Besides a long list of drinks they serve ice cream. Strawberry Sundae - the sweet level hits right Ube Soft Serve - Delightful to the cone Staff is accommodating and helpful. Parking lot is very busy. Found a spot at the dentist office in the nearby lot. Benches inside were available to sit and talk while eating our dessert. Could be busy but crowds clear out quickly.

    Strawberry soft serve and boba sundae

    Delicious soft serve, we got the strawberry matcha and boba sundae. Very friendly staff! I will be returning

    Cyndy N.

    I love Matcha in this place is a great place to go to for Matcha. We walked in and there was a worker at the front if we had questions there was a menu on the side of the wall or a kiosk to look at all the different items. The worker took our order quickly, and we had the Matcha with red bean and mochi. The little Matcha Café itself had beautiful paintings on the wall and was bright and vibrant. I really enjoyed my Matcha as it was a flavorful taste and didn't just taste like milk since it is a ice cream. I was worried that was possible. I would be back to try other items when we're not so full.

    Matcha soft serve and the matcha boba sundae
    Summer P.

    I have finally went to the Matcha Cafe and overall had a good experience! My friend and I are huge matcha lovers and the soft serves were strong in matcha flavor and the right amount of sweetness that doesn't overpower the flavor. Also the soft serve was not icy at all and perfectly creamy. The service was friendly and timely with getting through the line. The only thing I wished was that their seating area was open. The cafe is a cute and clean space but they had their chairs and tables stacked into each other and said to please not sit or move chairs. I'm not really sure why but it would have been nice since it's currently hot in Sacramento so my friend and I had to eat our soft serves in his car. Again overall a great experience and I'm glad this location is here!

    Matcha latte soft serve float
    Carmen Y.

    Japanese desserts are so delicious and my favorite place to get some is at Matcha Cafe Maiko! I have tried many different items from them because almost everything they offer interests me. I love their soft serve and drinks because it's creamy, has the right amount of tea flavor, and it is not too sweet! The item prices can range between $5-$10 depending on what you order and any special add-ons. Service is quick and the employees are friendly. The store itself is small, with limited seating, and parking can be difficult because the lot is small and it is located in a plaza with many other popular stores. I like the art mural on the wall and coming here always gives me relaxing summer vibes. I recommend getting soft serve in a cup so that you can enjoy it at your own pace without having to worry that it will drip and make your hands sticky. You can also get a soft serve in a cone and request for it to be upside down! Their black sesame drink is my personal favorite and if I am feeling fancy I will also get a matcha latte and mix it together.

    Matcha adzuki sundae
    Catalina T.

    Came in on a Saturday night, all the benches were full of people so I figured it must be good. I got the matcha sundae with adzuki in a cup. The matcha was good, paired with the sweet adzuki (red bean) and a couple mochi balls it was decent. Not too sweet & not too bitter. If you plan on coming with friends (as I did) be mindful of the little space to sit. They had tables but they were laid up so no one could use them. Overall, good experience but wouldn't go outta my way to visit again.

    Annie L.

    My daughter has been begging me to bring her back here to get some matcha icecream. This place still hasn't disappointed me. The decorations are still simple and beautiful as ever. The staff are very welcoming. The desserts are delicious like they've always been. We'll be coming back when we want some matcha.

    Vanilla and Matcha soft serve (left), Matcha Tea (right)

    See all

    14 days ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 2
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    23 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    26 days ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    28 days ago

    Helpful 44
    Thanks 21
    Love this 40
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of M N.
    0
    32
    89

    27 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 2
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    18 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 2
    Love this 4
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Wanita B.
    86
    74
    173

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 0
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Kayci X.
    50
    44
    46

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Joey B.
    383
    665
    2181

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    8 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Lani N.
    17
    120
    201

    7 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 11
    Thanks 2
    Love this 9
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of HaNg D.
    1
    27
    60

    3 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 12

    Matcha Cafe Maiko Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Matcha Cafe Maiko

    Do you have gift cards?

    We do have gift cards; however, gift cards purchased at the Sacramento location only work at the Sacramento location and not other locations. Thank you.

    Do you have non dairy options?

    Yes we do! For our lattes, we can make your drink with almond, soy or oat milk. However, we don’t have a non-dairy alternative for our soft serve. Soft serve is made with dairy only. Thank you for checking with us.

    What flavor is it this month?

    Thai Tea Banana Thai Tea/Banana Swirl… 

    Do you guys have shaved ice matcha flavor?

    Yes we do!

    Is there anything on the menu that doesn't contain dairy in it? (I know the ice cream is made with dairy so those are off limits for lactose intolerant folks)

    Hi Emily, All of our drinks can be made with non-dairy alternatives like soy or almond milk except for the Matcha Kuromitsu Kinako. Please let us know if you have any more… 

    Will the black sesame flavor be available again any time soon?

    Hi there, We will bring it back in a few months time since we are still going through our other monthly flavor rotations. Please follow us on Instagram to find out about the… 

    What flavors of soft serve are available right now?

    Matcha Matcha-Vanilla Hojicha… 

    Do you sell your matcha powder in the store location?

    Yes we do :) $15 for 50grams

    Is the soft serve dairy based? Thanks!

    The soft serve is dairy based. It is made with whole milk!

    I feel like an idiot. I just ordered a drink with shiratama mochi (4 to be exact) for the first time. Do these mochi dissolve in the drink because I did not see any mochi in my drink?

    I don't think the mochi would've dissolved in the drink. The workers might've just forgotten to add them.

    When are you expected to reopen? It says February 28th; however, there are no updates on your IG. I'm just curious because I'm really looking forward to one being here! Thanks :)?

    It's open now!

    View All 14 Questions

    You might also consider

    Creamy's by Cayla Jordan - Outside

    Creamy's by Cayla Jordan

    4.1(206 reviews)
    5.6 miMidtown
    $

    It's great to support local women who inspire us. Cayla Jordan is that woman. I remember her pop up…read morefood truck further down Rst that went viral a decade ago and I've been enjoying her mini cheesecakes ever since. Creamy's by Cayla Jordan, now situated at the ICE BLOCKS, is well stocked with mini cheesecakes, cookies and ice cream sandwiches. As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by a friendly employee. You'll find the well stocked coolers filled with rotating flavors of decadent cheesecakes, an inviting atmosphere with cool decor and other tasty treats. There were several mini cheesecakes flavors to choose from. I chose 6 flavors for $20. My favorite flavor were the biscoff and crème brûlée. They even wrapped a complimentary red bow and gave me coupon to try a delicious cookie for FREE during my next visit. Don't forget to support Cayla, our local real estate agent and mom-entrepreneur. Pick up some delicious cheesecakes for your mom for mother's day and enjoy!

    We decided to stop in for a sweet treat after having lunch down the street. It's a pretty small…read moredessert shop. Super cute pink wall. No seating inside but some small tables outside. We decided on an assortment of mini cheesecake bites and a chocolate chip cookie. The guy working was nice and helpful. The cheesecake bites were decent. The cookie was dry. And all way overpriced in my opinion.

    Photos
    Creamy's by Cayla Jordan - Menu - 1/31/25

    Menu - 1/31/25

    Creamy's by Cayla Jordan - Animal Circus Cookie iced latte

    Animal Circus Cookie iced latte

    Creamy's by Cayla Jordan - Mini cheesecakes

    See all

    Mini cheesecakes

    Babes Ice Cream & Donuts

    Babes Ice Cream & Donuts

    4.4(392 reviews)
    5.6 miMidtown
    $

    Was looking for an ice cream place in the area, something that wasn't a big chain. Happily came…read moreupon Babes, which is in fact part of the Pushkin's family, a local franchise in Sacramento. All of their ice creams are coconut milk based instead and the three I tasted were SO.DAMN.GOOD. My man ordered the salted caramel and it was delicious, but not what I was in the mood for that night. I was on the fence between the blueberry cheesecake and the peach cobbler. I really wanted a scoop of both, but I just wasn't that hungry. I decided on the peach cobbler, and I'm still dreaming about it. The sweet peaches, the essence of cream, and that buttery slightly salty crust. From the street front this place doesn't look like much but when you go in, there are a couple tables and a counter you can eat at and then there is a massive kitchen in the back. The girl at the front explained to me that they ship a lot of their products to other businesses in town. We will definitely return to this business.

    For a vegan ice cream and donut spot, this place offers some really great, unique flavors and the…read moreproduct tastes good! I was able to taste the blueberry cobbler and the chunky monkey. Both tasted very good but slightly different without dairy. Otherwise, I really enjoyed the flavor and textures. My friend ended up with the white chocolate macadamia nut cookie which was also great. I love a crunch or different texture mixed in. She did mention that the Rocky Road tasted a bit off because of the lack of dairy and the texture was a bit unusual. The staff were polite and patient and the place didn't seem that crowded for a Thursday around dinner time. I suppose with Ginger Elizabeth's and Rick's Dessert Diner all on the same strip, there is a lot of competition for dessert places here. We were happy to try something new. Everything was fairly clean and there was plenty of bar seating as well as a few tables. I believe there were also tables outside.

    Photos
    Babes Ice Cream & Donuts - Assorted pastries

    Assorted pastries

    Babes Ice Cream & Donuts - Pumpkin pie soooo good!

    Pumpkin pie soooo good!

    Babes Ice Cream & Donuts - Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

    See all

    Cookies & Cream Ice Cream

    Rick's Dessert Diner - Hot fudge sundae

    Rick's Dessert Diner

    3.4(1.7k reviews)
    5.6 miMidtown
    $$

    Heard Rick's Dessert Diner was a Sacramento classic, so I had to check them out during my final…read moredays in Davis. The moment you walk in, the retro 1950s diner ambience immediately transports you back to classic Americana dessert culture. They've apparently been serving Sacramento for over 37 years! - Hot Fudge Sundae -- made with Gunther's vanilla & chocolate ice cream, topped with whipped cream, pralines, and a candied cherry; beautifully presented with warm hot fudge drizzled all over - Lemon Raspberry Cake -- moist sponge cake layered with lemon, raspberry, and whipped cream; balanced sweetness with buttercream-coated sides The red booth seating and vintage Americana decor really complete the nostalgic vibe. Service was friendly and quick, and the overall ambience was cozy, retro, and diner-themed. Rick's Dessert Diner definitely feels one-of-a-kind, I'll have to stop by again next time I'm passing through Sacramento.

    Just left the diner. Came in with my brother and niece. My niece was at the counter getting the…read moremilkshake she ordered. The person she was interacting with was Noel "the Manager. " He was making small talk with her and he asked her if we were her family. She asked him which one he thought was her "PARENT." He replied that he thought I was her grandmother. I'm 54 years old and have a 30-year-old daughter and my niece is 25. I don't even know how that would be possible. I was right next to them sitting at a table with my brother so of course I heard, and I got up and I said what's up with this grandma stuff, and he said that he answered her question and told her that he thought I was her grandmother. Honestly, I felt completely insulted like you're not supposed to say things like that to your customers or even about your customers. I felt myself getting ready to go completely off on him, so I walked away and went to sit back down. He had the audacity to tell my niece some people can't handle the truth. It's so baffling to me that a manager would say something like that. I know employees sometimes say inappropriate things, but he should know better!! This was supposed to be a nice family outing and he ruined my night. Luckily I have confidence in myself and his comment didn't give me a complex or make me like I look old. It was also disappointing because I went in there specifically to get an eclair, which is normally a decent size. For some reason, it was the half of the size and the same price.

    Photos
    Rick's Dessert Diner - Raspberry cheesecake

    Raspberry cheesecake

    Rick's Dessert Diner - Red Velvet Cake

    Red Velvet Cake

    Rick's Dessert Diner - Raspberry cheesecake

    See all

    Raspberry cheesecake

    Con Azucar Cafe - Bar area

    Con Azucar Cafe

    4.2(230 reviews)
    6.5 miDowntown
    $$

    On a 10 point scale I would give this place an 8/10. BEAUTIFUL atmosphere. LOTS of tables and room…read moreto sit with family, meet a date, or even study. As a student, I was eternally grateful for the outlets under the tables as well! I tried the Abuelita hot chocolate and some cookies. The cookies were a bit dry, but the hot chocolate was fantastic, tasted like when my grandma makes it at home. The area surrounding the cafe is the Golden One Center so there are so many places to walk around if you are working or studying and need a break! The staff was also very friendly, and I got my drink and cookies almost immediately. Will definitely be coming again, to try the food and a matcha! Maybe even there gigante concha!

    Located in DOCO, in a very busy and beautiful area. This place is spacious, clean, and beautiful. I…read morereally appreciated the cleanliness and vibe in there. However the coffee wasn't my favorite or as enjoyable for me. The Spanish latte wasn't sweet enough and the espresso taste was weak as well. Then, the mazapan latte was too sweet with hardly any espresso flavor.. which is unfortunate because I asked the cashier for their best recommendation prior to ordering and felt like their product knowledge wasn't in tune as I hoped. However, the employees were welcoming and attentive when needed and seemed to be okay with us eating the pastries we brought from a nearby storefront. Honestly if I would return, it'd be to try their juices or other fruit drinks.

    Photos
    Con Azucar Cafe - More conchitas and postres

    More conchitas and postres

    Con Azucar Cafe - Love to see it . Decor

    Love to see it . Decor

    Con Azucar Cafe - My coffee - horchata latte add shot

    See all

    My coffee - horchata latte add shot

    Matcha Cafe Maiko - icecream - Updated September 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...