They got amazing delicious matchas. My fav one is coconut cloud and pistachio juice.also their gelatos are yum! read more

Matsu Matcha - Love the coconut cloud one - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Rich and high-quality matcha with a smooth flavor. Not too sweet and beautifully presented. Definitely worth a visit if you love matcha!

Before Matsu Matcha, I never really understood why people debated who has the best matcha in town. I always thought matcha was just...matcha. But after my last visit to Matsu Matcha in Koreatown, I finally understood what all the hype was about. This place completely changed my perspective and deserves to be in the conversation with the very best. The balance of flavors was absolutely incredible. It had just the right amount of natural matcha flavor without being too bitter, paired with the perfect level of sweetness so neither one overpowered the other. Every sip was smooth, rich, and refreshing, making it impossible not to keep reaching for another. It's one of those drinks where you slow down just to enjoy every taste, yet somehow it disappears way too fast. By the time I finished my drink, I was genuinely disappointed there wasn't any left--that's how good it was. The quality, the flavor, and the care that went into making it were obvious from the very first sip. If you're someone who's always debating where to find the best matcha in LA, you have to put Matsu Matcha on your list. It completely changed my expectations, and I already can't wait to go back and try more of their menu. read more

Matsu Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

i really enjoyed the hojicha and ultra rich matcha gelato! the flavors were strong and texture was creamy. matsu matcha offers a total of 9 gelato flavors, ranging from light to refreshingly tangy to nutty. there are 5 variations of matcha alone: genmai, jasmine, uji, extra, and ULTRA RICH. the difference between "extra" and "ultra" is actually noticeable, so the premium pricing is understandable. samples are limited 1 per customer. WAIT TIME my friends and i visited on a sunday in the early afternoon, so we received our drinks and gelatos within 5-7 minutes of inputting our orders at the kiosk. SEATING since the shop is small, seating can be pretty limited, especially if you have a larger party. the place was packed and bustling by 3 pm. PARKING valet parking at the plaza matsu matcha occupies is $3. street parking is metered. read more

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We came here to order matcha and parked in an open public parking space directly in front of the store. There were no signs whatsoever indicating that the spot was reserved for valet parking or that payment was required. Within seconds, a valet parking attendant approached us and demanded $5. When I explained that I was parked in a free public space, he became extremely rude, aggressive, and disrespectful. His attitude was completely unacceptable and made us feel unwelcome before we even entered the store. If someone is going to charge people for parking, there should be clear signs, not employees intimidating customers and demanding money from people legally parked in public spaces. This experience completely ruined our visit. Management should seriously address this behavior because no customer deserves to be treated this way. read more

Matsu Matcha - This is the valet parking attendant from that incident. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

They specialize in matcha. I mean, not only is it in the name, but you have gelato with different types and concentration of matcha as well as a variety of drinks you can order. The service is really friendly and the space isn't large but it's bright, clean, and has a zen-like quality to it. There is some seating, but I'm going to guess most of the business is for take out. Since it was early in the morning, I got a beverage (although I would love to come back soon and get some gelato!). And I didn't really go the traditional route. I got the banana pudding matcha cream, which was such a tasty treat! But yeah, my next visit, I will be exploring the gelato flavors for sure. The lot is pretty tiny as with most lots in K Town, but there's valet and when I went, it was early in the day so there was available street parking nearby. read more

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One of the best matchas I've had! When you first walk in, the aesthetic is reminiscent of a Japanese tea house (but in a more japandi/minimal modern). There's kiosks where you can order and an ice cream display of all their ice creams. We got the triple matcha drink and one scoop of the Genmai matcha ice cream. The triple matcha drink is really good. The drink comes with matcha jelly and matcha creamtop and is bitter but also slightly sweet. Matcha jelly isn't too overpowering with matcha but it does give the drink a stronger matcha taste. 9/10 The genmai ice cream has a lighter matcha taste which isn't too bitter. Creamy and refreshing with a matcha aftertaste. 8/10 Stuff is friendly and they are nice enough to put our one scoop into a cup (which typically comes in a cone). Def will come back to try the other matcha drinks and ice creams! read more

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I love matsumatcha. I don't typically drink matcha but I do love a good hojicha. It was strong and nutty but didn't feel grainy. Ambiance is clean and lots of seating but it's hard to find parking unless u pay in the lot for $3. read more

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I really enjoyed Matsu Matcha and am disappointed that there is not one near my house! This place was pretty good and the line was pretty long but also went by pretty fast. You order at the kiosk so it really depends on how long people take to order. Their ice creams are very strong in flavor for both the matcha and hojicha! You are allowed to try one sample of their gelato so I definitely recommend trying that if there isn't a wait. I also got and liked the hojicha latte. I think the only downside of this place is that it is very pricey for the size, but the quality is very good. It was very aesthetic but very little seating and just very crowded so I recommend going on a random day and time. The parking is very small and I believe it is only valet parking, so I recommend finding neighborhood/street parking. read more

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Some of the best matcha I've had in L.A. The shop has really nice and simple decor. You order at the kiosk and my drinks came out pretty quickly. I orderd the triple matcha and the guava matcha latte. Both were delicious but I liked the triple matcha a bit more. I cant wait to go back and try some of their other fmdrinks and gelato. The only thing that wasnt the best was the parking. I think its valet only. read more

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i think the main consensus is that the matcha lattes are not that great but the gelatos are 5 stars. matcha flavors in general are amazing! the lattes are a bit watery but i didnt think these were horrible in the slightest. i'd definitely come back here but just for gelato. but i also really hate how they limit you on samples like you genuinely only get 1. it felt like a gamble choosing my flavor.. but i believe they'd all be good read more

Matsu Matcha - Banana Pudding Matcha Gelato on Matcha Latte(lots of ice) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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I was driving through Koreatown during the week, and I noticed that this is where Matsu Matcha is. I've seen the videos online where the lines are crazy on the weekends. So I was able to find a street parking. I was able to order the triple Matcha drink, which was amazing. I'd love the bits of jelly Also, the ice cream looked really good and that is something. I will have to try to get next time as well as some of the other drinks that they had. The store is fairly big however there isn't that much seating around so it is a little bit trickier to get a seat inside. Not sure if they allow mobile orders all the time or not but that might be the okay especially if there's a line for the kiosks. They have valet parking outside otherwise if you can't find any street parking. Great place for Matcha here in Koreatown read more

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There is only valet parking in a tiny parking lot which was $5. Very nice valet guys though. No outdoor seating and only 5 seats inside so it was very crowded. However, the matcha was strong and delicious. The gelato was the perfect level of creamy and not too sweet. 50% sweetness was perfect. Definitely recommend for authentic Japanese matcha that'll keep you up at night. read more

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This place is nestled right in the main little Tokyo area. When we walked inside, there was a pretty big crowd of people waiting for their drinks along with a hefty line to order. The line moved quite slowly. Once we were in front, we realized you order yourself on a single tablet which doesn't seem like the most efficient system, so that probably contributes to why the line moves so slowly. We also asked one of the workers what Hokkaido was when looking at the gelato flavors, and they said that they don't know... I was a little surprised that one of the workers wouldn't know their own product lol. We went with iced matcha latte with mango. You can specify the sweetness level, we got it at the recommended 50%. They charge an extra 0.75 for dairy-free milk. It's pretty pricey, around $9 each. It took a while for the drink to be ready, maybe 10 or so minutes. It's also super warm inside, I wish they had AC. The matcha latte was pretty tasty and smooth, the matcha flavor was strong. Towards the end I was a little over it though and it tasted a little chalky. It's okay but not sure it's worth standing in such a long line and waiting as long as we did. read more

Matsu Matcha - Iced matcha latte with mango - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Seen this place online a few times so I knew I had to come on a Sunday when traffic isn't too bad. We got there a little after opening & there was already quite a few people inside. I got the banana pudding matcha, the cookie butter matcha & the matcha einspanner, all are really good, not too sweet & the flavor is great. We also tried a few of the gelatos, the jasmine matcha (so good), the hokkaido (yum, very milky! & the dark chocolate (amazing) Would definitely be back, i really wanted to try the matcha chocolate but they were out :( The store itself is pretty small but really nice. Service was good. Parking - I dont want to talk about it lol read more

5/27/2026 4 Stars - Minus 1 Star for small parking lot + $3.00 fee. GELATO IN A CUP (2 FLAVORS) Ultra Rich Matcha #5 & Hojicha I did not taste this first before purchasing. I had a general idea of the intensity of this matcha gelato, as I've read some reviews on it, and I was not wrong! It does have that bitterness, but no noticeable astringency. A bit of grassiness and slight sweetness. If you've made koicha, then think of it in gelato form. I purposely got hojicha gelato to balance out the intensity of the matcha gelato. The hojicha was also deep, roasted, nutty in flavor. It was much sweeter than the matcha gelato, so it complemented the matcha gelato really well. Personally, I did love the hojicha gelato a bit more. Every guest that walked in ordered matcha or hojicha lattes. Not gelato. I guess I am one of the few that preferred gelato over matcha lattes. MARUKYU KOYAMAEN 丸久小山園 MATCHA POWDER - Isuzu 五十鈴 (40g) Matcha powder was purchased in-store via self-kiosk. The Isuzu was quite bitter, a little bit of astringency, vegetal, yet creamy. It also lends a bit of umami flavor as well. It is best used for matcha lattes. Also, it worked well as a koicha, if you want that intense flavor. I simply made a matcha affogato, which I enjoyed. However, Isuzu wasn't my favorite. Glad I tried it. SELF-ORDER KIOSKS There are two kiosks that you can place your order and they will call your number. I do think you can order at the register, although I'm not completely sure, as I saw a screen at the front register, but everyone ordered at the self-order kiosks. I went on a Wednesday around 1:00pm, so there was no line. I saw a few people standing around to look at the menu and two people sitting down at the table. It was quite empty at that time. The menu is jam-packed! There's so many options that you don't know where to start. I recommend that you take a look at the online menu before arrival. Better yet, if you're closer to the shop, you can skip the line and order online on Snack Pass. ONE SAMPLE ONLY FOR GELATOS! So choose well. It is quite pointless giving out one sample. The sample I got was the Genmai Matcha #1. This tasted exactly like genmaicha in gelato form. LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE A few tables and chairs inside. Minimalist wooden tables and seats look nice, but are uncomfortable. VALET PARKING IS $3.00. Just letting you know. It is a small parking lot too. Not sure if the parking fee changes for evening hours. CUSTOMER SERVICE It was minimal interaction, as I ordered via self-order kiosk. But I did get a sample of the gelato. Customer service was okay. Not rude, but they weren't smiling nor welcoming. Would I come back? Maybe, if I'm in the area, but not sure I would go out of my way to come here. I think the small parking lot and $3.00 fee is what makes it less appealing. Personally, Maruwu Seicha has a more welcoming ambiance and the large outdoor space makes it a good place to visit, enjoy your drinks and gelato at your pace. You get 1 hr free parking at Culver Steps too. read more

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The matcha drinks and gelato are ok. Matcha drinks are super watery and not all of them can be oat milk substituted. Some of the gelatos were good. The best flavor is probably the Hojicha but it's pretty sweet. I also got the extra rich matcha gelato and it almost looked neon? Like it had some green food dye in it. They only have one kiosk and it takes forever to get to. Service is ok and pretty expensive for what it is. read more

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I love this place! The #2 had a strong jasmine tea flavor and #4 was also delicious (though much less sweet). Service was great. The girl working gave an accurate description which helped narrow the options! read more

This is one of the most extraordinary Matcha ice cream gelato places in Los Angeles. If you are ever visiting Los Angeles this place is a must see and must try. Location is easy to find and the inside is so clean! No line around 8pm. read more

Matsu Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Service was excellent on a Monday afternoon (no line). Nice chill music with wooden-themed seating and decor. Seats about 12-15 people. Order on the tablet. 1 sample of gelato per customer. The Jasmine gelato definitely has a nice floral taste to it. The matcha is definitely authentic for the matcha lovers. The Triple Matcha is definitely sweet (80% recommended. Definitely has a dessert feel. Comes with matcha jelly that doesn't add to the flavor due to the matcha drink, but it does add texture that is a nice change of pace from other matcha places. If you're a boba lover due to the texture of tapioca pearls, the matcha jelly is a similar concept -- but for matcha! The parking lot seems to be valet at certain times, and can be crowded, but was relatively empty on a Monday afternoon. We street parked for less than a dollar for this, however. read more

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Okay the hype is real. The matcha is DELICIOUS. Was there a wait? Yes, but wasn't too bad. You order from a kiosk and wait until they call your number/name. There are a few seats inside but pretty tight from each other. Every order, you get a complimentary small spoon of soft serve to try so don't forget. Their matcha does not taste too earthy but yet just right. You can choose your sweetness adjust for certain drinks you order but I definitely recommend the coconut matcha as it tastes so refreshing, especially on days when it's hot. Mango matcha latte, soo good. Fresh mango puree and the combo with matcha on point. Parking situation: you can either try to park inside the lot or skip the hassle and park on the street and walk. Coming back? Yes! read more

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I love the various intensities of matcha gelato that are offered here. It is unfortunate you can only get one sample. The jasmine matcha is so yummy. I think the drinks are solid, but I personally prefer to the gelato here. read more

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Matsu Matcha is such a creatively designed dessert spot. The inside has a traditional Japanese inspired feel that really adds to the experience. I tried both the ceremonial grade matcha and the jasmine green tea. I personally wasn't the biggest fan of the jasmine green tea since it wasn't as sweet as I usually like, but the tea flavor itself was very potent with a really nice aroma. The ceremonial grade matcha ice cream, on the other hand, was absolutely delicious. The color looked perfect and the flavor tasted super authentic and high quality. Even the cone itself was really good. There isn't much seating inside, but it's easy to take your dessert to go and walk around the area. There's also a parking lot, which makes parking super convenient. The staff were attentive and friendly throughout the visit. I would definitely recommend stopping by if you enjoy high quality matcha. read more

Matsu Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

We went to Matsu Matcha on National Matcha Day after watching an influencer nail her reel. And of course, there was a line out the door, but it moved faster than expected, especially since we were just there for gelato. They offer matcha in different strength levels, which is a nice touch depending on how deep your matcha love goes. I went medium, my wife got the jasmine floral and my son went full strength. I liked mine best. The strong was too bitter for me and the floral was a little too floral, but that's just personal taste. So why 4 stars? A few small things. The strip mall parking lot is tight and finding a spot is impossible. The place itself is small with no outdoor seating, so we ended up eating our gelato on a bus stop bench, which was fine but not exactly the vibe. And honestly, the Instagram crowd means it skews toward first-timers and those of us snobs (haha) who've been into matcha for a while might find it a little too trendy for its own good. That said, if you're looking for a place that's matcha-trendy and Instagram-ready but also actually high-quality matcha, you've found it. Just go on a weekday. read more

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This place serves deep flavors of matcha! If you are a fan of the strong flavor of matcha while also having other options to add flavors in your drinks, Matsu Matcha is the place for you. The service was fairly quick and there wasn't a lot of people on a Wednesday evening. We ordered online as well and it was fast (~15 mins). The Xtra Strong Matcha Latte had a deep strong nutty matcha flavor and was a nice touch if you really love the flavor of matcha. The Jasmine Matcha was flavorful and combined nicely together. Their gelatos are also delicious! The dark chocolate and Hokkaido milk was creamy and rich. Their most strongest flavors of matcha gelatos was rich, strong, and delicious. By the end of my time trying everything my tongue was green haha. The customer service was nice and there's a bit of tables and chairs to sit at. The only downside of this place is that it gets very warm and humid, along with the parking situation which can be cramped up. Overall, I highly recommend this place for matcha lovers or those who want to try matcha! read more

Matsu Matcha - Gelato (2 flavors): Extra Rich Matcha + Ultra Rich Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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Lines are long but it moves relatively quick. You order on the kiosk and pick up at the station. Gelato allows you one taste test. Gelato #3 - lighters and creamier but still good Gelato #5 - dark matcha intensity, nice long aftertaste ($1 extra) Triple matcha - tasty drink overall Interior is small, parking is not easy, but looks very aesthetic. You don't wait long but it sees to always be packed. I really liked the gelato matcha and my drinks. Overall would definitely recommend as the matcha is very good. I would love to keep exploring some of the other menu items. read more

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I like Matsu for their gelato! The matcha drinks are okay to me, the lattes they come up with are a bit too sweet and add too much that takes away from the matcha itself. Honestly can't go wrong with the gelato flavors and it's all up to personal preference. I enjoy bitter so I'll go for the stronger flavors, but also like floral so I'll add Jasmine matcha. Line can get long sometimes but regardless, the servers are friendly and patient. Small area to sit and work if needed, more of a socializing/sit and go cafe. Parking lot is valet and there's street meter/parking around the block. read more

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So happy to Matsu Matcha expand from the Bay to LA! It's located at a prime spot in Ktown, in a busy plaza. I came with some friends on a Friday night and we loved the gelato! They allow samples, but unfortunately only 1 sample per customer. We tried the Hokkaido milk, hojicha, #3 Uji matcha, and the jasmine matcha, and all the flavors were amazing and high quality! You order at one of the kiosks and they'll call you once your order is ready. The shop itself is beautiful with a modern and minimalist aesthetic and there's some seating available. Parking: either in the plaza (valet) or street parking. Need to come back for the drinks! read more

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TOP 5 MATCHA IN ALL OF LOS ANGELES. I have tried everythingggggg, just trust me. The matcha is of such high quality, the gelato is insanely delicious, & the menu is so vast you will never get bored. read more

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Matsu Matcha is definitely up there as one of my favorite matcha spots in LA. They offer a variety of matcha drinks, desserts etc. Their banana pudding einspanner is so creamy and the banana pudding is so yummy on top. Their mango gelato is also notably one of the best i've had by far. The interior of this location has a good amount of seating but it does seem to be packed often. You place your order on a kiosk and get called by name when it's ready. Parking isn't the best unless you're okay with paying for valet in an overly crammed parking lot. Other than that you're better off finding street parking and walking. read more

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It's a small cozy shop in a busy plaza. Valet is expected. You order via kiosk. There's 2. I got their guava matcha drink and sampled their gelato ice cream. I've definitely had better matcha drinks elsewhere. I personally thought the flavor of guava and matcha did not blend in that well. I also tried their ultra rich matcha gelato. It is bitter and strong in matcha flavor so if you like unsweetened matcha flavor, you'll enjoy it. Overall they're ok but not the flavor you'll come back second time for. read more

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I had some friends and family in town who were craving matcha, and luckily Yelp led us here, definitely no complaints from me! The matcha latte was DELICIOUS and honestly pretty reasonable at $7. My friend got the one matcha for $8 and loved hers too. We also got to sample some of the gelato, and it was super yummy. We came on a Friday night, so it was pretty packed, but the ambience was clean and inviting, and the staff were really nice. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more drinks! read more

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I was already so full from dinner, but I noticed we were already so close to here... I wanted to take the chance to visit since we're already there LOL Came after dinner and it was pretty busy. Most people were getting gelatos, very few were getting matcha drinks. Good thing they offer samples for their gelatos! It was quite creamy and rich. I went ahead and tried the strongest matcha, and it tastes like you're licking straight matcha powder, but ice cream version. Pretty good, but I would imagine it would taste bitter and astringent the more you have it. I ultimately went with the triple matcha. It was good! I do think it was as good as trying Maruwu Seicha, but I think I still prefer Rok more since it was more creamy. The drink here is a bit more dessert like to me? Especially with the matcha cream top and matcha jelly it had. The jelly was pretty good! Overall, definitely a solid place for authentic matcha drinks. They will charge valet parking here, but there are street parking around. Shop is very small with limited seating. read more

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Great gelato and drinks! The matcha #4 was the best! Highly recommend coming with friends read more

Matsu Matcha - Inside store - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

One of the best matcha in LA that I've had. It's not like the typical korean cafe matcha but more like japanese style latte. The banana pudding cream tasted like banana pudding and not just banana. The matcha itself tasted like the matchas I've had in japan :) read more

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The matcha gelato here was really good! My friend and I tried the Uji Matcha #3, which had a rich, bold matcha flavor without being overpowering. It felt like the perfect middle ground for anyone who enjoys matcha but doesn't want it to be too intense. We also tried the grape matcha flavor, which was lighter and more subtle--I personally enjoyed that one the most. The mango sorbet paired really well with the matcha and was refreshing. The shop itself has a cute interior with some seating, although it can be a bit limited if it's busy. The service was great, and ordering was quick and easy using the self-service touchscreen kiosks. read more

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Line was out the door on a Sunday mid-afternoon, but it didn't take too long till we were able to order in one of the kiosks. Matcha Ice Blended was one of our favorites. Definitely great on a hot day. Gelatos - Got the Hokkaido milk for our little one and myself. It was delicious! Also, it was great to see they have different levels of "matcha" gelatos. Parking: valet or street read more

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The drinks were not super great quality matcha in my opinion. Felt overly sweet even though I didn't even get sweetener for my almond milk matcha latte. The latte also tasted powdery compared to other matcha places I've had. The parfait was pretty good however by the time it came out, the ice cream already melted. Also it felt like the layers weren't as nicely assembled as other parfaits I've had such as the Bay Area location or Nana's green tea locations. The inside is super crowded but there's a few tables if you want to sit down with friends or family. Line can get pretty long during the weekends. Parking is hard to find since it's Ktown but there should be street parking on nearby streets. read more

Matsu Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

The selection of matcha gelatos is vast. They have varying levels of matcha depth and you can select other fruit flavors as well. The employees were also helpful with catering to all of our palates and needs! read more

Matsu Matcha - Matcha Gelato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Of course, my forever favorite would be Ippodo tea in Kyoto but for LA, Matsu Matcha is a great substitute. The grade of Matcha is very good not too earthy but blends well in lattes and ice cream. I enjoyed my visit and will come again. Although the line is long, they crank out the orders pretty quickly so service is good. The shop is beautifully adorned with Japanese maple wood style furnishings. read more

Matsu Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Los Angeles, California