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    4.5 (181 reviews)
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    Matcha latte with oat milk
    Katelynn T.

    If you like seriously strong ceremonial grade matcha reminiscent of how it's done in Japan, then this is the place. The matcha is so strong that I had to drink it way slower because the caffeine was hitting. Shamefully I like matcha lattes that balance matcha quality/strength with more creaminess, so this was too much for me. But yeah this is quality stuff and the cup was quite large despite being a "small"

    iced matcha latte
    Sophia W.

    The quality of the matcha is amazing! The iced matcha latte was so creamy, and not too sweet. You can taste the matcha, and it's not powdery. The matcha tiramisu is so creamy. The strawberry matcha is perfect, not too sweet. The staff are all so kind, they work fast even when the line gets long. There are only two tables inside, and it's a small space.

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    Lizzie S.

    I've been here a few times on two different trips now (which is saying something, because I'm more of a Manhattan girlie than a Brooklyn girlie.) How does this keep happening? My friend who works in the neighborhood routinely enjoys their Usucha ("thin tea", or plain matcha)--it's prepared well and is soothing and has a rich bitter matcha flavor. Twice, I ordered my Kuro mitsu Matcha Latte. It's rich and sweet (hey, kuromitsu is a Japanese syrup!) Matcha Cheese Cake was also rich, sweet, and just the right amount of bitterness. The interior is very minimalist, intimate, and cozy. Service is fine.

    Matcha ki T2c. Kinako Latte
    Bon H.

    We were walking around the area and found this cha-ya. Tried a new drink today! Matcha latte with Kinako- roasted soy bean. If you like Kinako you will like it. It's a little grainy and nutty flavored. Kinako powder is usually a topper on mochi and other desserts. Cute little cafe for tea.

    Matcha Soft Serve
    Tiffany V.

    4.7/5 Matcha Soft Serve -- very impressed! Matcha flavor is very strong and bitter forward if you like that! Ice cream base is very smooth, and didn't melt too fast even when eating by Domino Park! Only some slight grittiness of the matcha powder noted as it melted. Portion is also super generous, easily could be split between 2 people.

    Anthony S.

    Nippon Cha is a specialty matcha shop offering a range of snacks and desserts, from cakes to matcha-based drinks. The store also carries a selection of matcha tools and exclusively sells its own Nippon Cha branded matcha. On this visit, I ordered the strawberry matcha latte. While the strawberry syrup was quite sweet, it ended up overpowering the matcha. This may appeal to those who prefer a stronger sweetness, but I personally prefer a more balanced blend of matcha and fruit flavor. Despite this, I would visit Nippon Cha for all of your matcha making needs!

    Matcha Coconut Water.
    Cindy Z.

    While strolling around Williamsburg, I was getting thirsty and found this matcha spot. There's a kiosk to order your drinks while you can watch the tea masters whisking the matcha. I ordered the Matcha with Coconut Water ($7) and my friend had the Matcha Yuzu Lemonade ($7). The matcha is so earthy paired with the coconut water, which was so refreshing. This is such an authentic Japanese matcha shop with delicious matcha drinks.

    Matcha Yuzu Lemonade
    Vivienne C.

    Super yummy! Was looking for a mid-afternoon pick me up and stumbled on this matcha place. The waiters were incredibly nice and they made our order within 2 minutes which is pretty impressive for a drinks place. We ordered the Matcha Yuzu Lemonade and this was delicious and I feel so inspired to try to replicate this drink at home. The yuzu flavor was very evident and didn't seem artificial at all. The matcha also added a nice layer onto it which was surprising as I thought the flavors would clash quite a bit. My only gripe is that they didn't fill out drink all the way up, maybe only to the 85% lines. Overall, absolutely fantastic drinks place and I will be back for more!

    Brianna W.

    Got the kuromitsu matcha latte and really liked it. The flavor was unique and balanced, not overly sweet. A great spot if you're into trying different styles of matcha drinks.

    Blu M.

    Stopped by Nippon Cha and got their small matcha soft serve cone. absolutely delicious! It had that perfect balance of bitterness and sweetness that good matcha should have. The texture was creamy and smooth, not too heavy, and the flavor lingered just right. Service was friendly and quick, and the overall vibe was calm and clean. Definitely worth a stop if you're craving authentic matcha soft serve!

    Anna S.

    Nippon Cha was among the first places my friends and I stopped for our NYC matcha crawl. Since it was a Sunday, the line practically went out the door, and we were packed like sardines. Per usual, the interior had a clean, minimalist design and cozy atmosphere. Because they made the wrong order, we got a free matcha latte with soy milk! Ultimately, we got a matcha latte with oat milk and a (FREE) matcha latte with soy, which enhanced our matcha crawl experience. I noticed a subtle difference between the drinks due to the milk; the matcha latte with oat milk was creamier and sweeter than the soy latte. In comparison, the matcha soy had a grassier taste. Neither was bad! But it's a matter of preference; personally, I do prefer the bitterness. However, I also like a creamy matcha latte, so both have pros and cons. Despite the creamier oat latte than the soy latte, I found Nippon Cha, in general, to be more watery than the matcha lattes that I would end up trying later in the crawl. I'd gladly come back to try their desserts and other drinks, but I left feeling a bit underwhelmed.

    T2d. Strawberry Ichiban Matcha *New*
    Surbhi G.

    The best matcha in the whole world. Period. Strawberry matcha w oat milk. I bought tins for daily at home from them as well but nothing beats grabbing a cup properly made on a nice sunny breezy day

    T2d. Strawberry Ichiban Matcha *New*
    Carolina I.

    Nippon Cha lives up to the hype! The matcha is super flavorful and they have a wide variety on the menu! I ordered the strawberry matcha and it was soooo good! It is on the sweeter side because of the strawberry purée, but still delicious!! The ordering is done through a self-serve kiosk! The drinks were made super quickly and efficiently! This is more of a to-go place so there is very limited seating. I overall love this place and look forward to returning!

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    Great matcha! Pretty quick efficient service while still hand whisking the matcha traditionally

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    I got the iced strawberry matcha latte and for almost $10, the drink tasted a bit grainy and bland. I would say this place is a skip!

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    Brooklyn High Low - Orange Oolong Tea

    Brooklyn High Low

    4.5(119 reviews)
    2.7 miProspect Heights
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    My friend booked this for a weekend, and our check-in was extremely smooth. Given the weather was…read morereally nice, we were offered a seat in their outdoor heated patio. The decor is incredible inside the space, and the staff are equally kind and attentive. We got the grand Vanderbilt tea option, and tried the English breakfast tea, Darjeeling, and Earl Grey. The sandwiches were all rather delicious, though I found the scones a bit dry. The desserts were small, but also delicious. I wouldn't come here if you're extremely picky about afternoon tea food as the food was pretty standard. Overall, I think this high tea is quite good for the value, and the staff were always stopping by to check if we needed a tea refills. I would definitely come back, especially given the nice ambience and overall experience.

    Did you know that tea lights for their name from the lights that were lit beneath tea pots to keep…read moretea warm? I learned that here at Brooklyn High Low! I had a morning to kill before a work event and wanted afternoon tea! This reservation was not easy to get and I was lucky to snag a less desirable 10am ish reservation. It was cold outside (all the inside seats were full) but they provided warm, fuzzy heated blankets so it wasn't much of an issue. I wish I'd been able to pick which tea I got but the house black tea they served and picked for me was good. The sandwiches were delicious but I found the desserts to be lacking. Service was wonderful. There's only one bathroom and it was very clean and aesthetic, like most of the decor. It screams maximalist and vintage, very fun. Everything was good but I'm not sure if it's worth the steep price. There's other more reasonably-priced afternoon tea service options in the city.

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    Brooklyn High Low - Classic Tea set

    Classic Tea set

    Brooklyn High Low - Scone with jam and clotted cream (left) lemon curd and clotted cream (right)

    Scone with jam and clotted cream (left) lemon curd and clotted cream (right)

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    Kijitora - Dirty Black Sesame with white chocolate

    Kijitora

    4.5(226 reviews)
    0.1 miWilliamsburg - North Side

    RATING: 4.5/5 | Came on a Saturday late afternoon and it was busy! The line moves, thankfully. It's…read morerelatively spacious for a cafe, but there's minimal seating. There is some counter space, but mainly for standing purposes. I ordered a standard Iced Matcha Latte with Oat Milk ($7.35) and my friend got her usual Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte ($8). Docking 1/2 point bc the matcha is pre-made. I'm a fan of the whisking process bc I do believe there's a craft to matcha overall. Surprisingly, my drink tasted fine and my bev was a good color, so I was pleasantly happy. We waited less than 10 min for a table to open up, but you have to be there at the right time, otherwise you prob just grab your drink + go. Overall, glad I tried Kijitora. It's not my first matcha choice, but it was decent for a standard matcha latte. Their specialty matcha drinks look to have mixed reviews, but I'm personally not a fan of sweet drinks.

    The strawberry matcha is a very solid drink. I would highly recommend it! I also did enjoy the…read moreblack sesame latte. This location has a good amount of indoor seating, and the atmosphere inside is nice and comfortable. Service is good as well. I wasn't a big fan of the onigiri balls. I felt like they just fell flat in many different ways, so I would not recommend those unless you're very interested in trying them. Overall, the drinks are great here though.

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    Kijitora - Matcha Latte

    Matcha Latte

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    Strawberry Matcha, Chestnut Matcha

    Kijitora - Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (~$8)

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    Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (~$8)

    Secret Garden

    Secret Garden

    4.6(78 reviews)
    2.6 miBedford Stuyvesant

    I absolutely love this place. I first came here for a Yelp event week, where I tried the Hood…read moreHealer and their vegan lentil soup. Both were incredible and I felt immensely better afterwards. I later returned on several occasions and tried their Moon Milk, which is a delicious mixture of turmeric, cardamom, coconut and ashwahganda, the Key to the Garden drink (coconut, nutmeg, cacao, cinnamon and maple), their vanilla chocolate chip cookies and regular chocolate chip cookies. You can get these drinks hot or iced. I had all of them iced! I also had one of the best iced matcha lattes ever from here with sweet coconut milk. WOW. From what I've seen, baked goods change daily and their drink menus change semi often as well, which is exciting!! Outside, there is some seating, lovely items and books for purchase and a window to order, as well as the menu items displayed on boards and items around the space. Inside is quite similar, but with more items for sale and more seating. The vibes are immaculate and this seems to be a space that's community centered and has an emphasis on carrying items made by local artists. Remember to bring cash to tip. I cannot wait until my next visit here!!

    When they said secret Garden, I suppose so because I have a hard time finding this spot because it…read moredoesn't outright have any signage that says secret Garden or juice bar like it's supposed to or what you would think that it should so I just think that's kind of weird, but once you walk past the place several times. You realize it's cluttered with a bunch of knickknacks and other games and accessories that. Some of the items inside look like they're either for sale or just meant for display, which is fine, but I feel like it distracts from the main purpose, which is serving food and being a comfortable resting spot. It's no fault of the place, but the vibe is a mix of reggae, African folk music, and incense, and it contrasts sharply with the environment outside. There's an Italian restaurant across the street blasting Frank Sinatra type music, so the clash is noticeable. I feel like maybe the sound could be adjusted or balanced somehow. As part of the promotion, I ordered the vegan lentil soup. It was okay, nothing special but not bad. Then I was served an iced chai latte, and most of the spices sank to the bottom under the ice. After I swirled it, the spices still didn't have much flavor. It wasn't strong or pungent, and you couldn't really taste the spices or feel any of the digestive benefits chai is usually known for. It didn't taste like tea; it was just mildly sweet. I could see myself drinking it with a dessert, but it didn't stand out on its own. The service was friendly. I hope this place the best and want it to succeed but it needs to literally clean up.

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    Secret Garden  - The Hoodhealer

    The Hoodhealer

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    Chocolate Chip Cookie

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    Patisserie Tomoko - Hojicha Mille Crepe

    Patisserie Tomoko

    4.4(474 reviews)
    0.4 miWilliamsburg - North Side
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    My friends peer pressured me to join them in grabbing a post-brunch dessert, even though we were so…read morefull, because they loved the pastries they had at Patisserie Tomoko previously.... what's another treat during the holidays, right? Interior was super cute and smelled amazing. The pastries all looked delicious, and I ended up getting a green tea crepe cake. The texture was perfect and had the perfect level of green tea flavor and wasn't overwhelmingly sweet. Definitely understand the urgency in coming and was so happy we did!!

    Had this place bookmarked for a long time and I finally tried it last weekend. I came here on a…read moreSunday at around 2 with my husband. The counter was emptied when we first came but it filled up pretty quickly. We just got a matcha latte and one prix fixe menu to share. For the main dessert, we picked the chocolate and hojicha soufflé. The chocolate soufflé was light and airy and not too sweet. It paired very well with the hojicha ice cream and caramel apple on the side. Overall, all the dessert was pretty good but everything was very small and I don't think it tasted that good that it worth $30. The service was also not that great. My husband and I were a little confused when we first got into the store and we weren't sure if we needed to be seated. A lady that worked there saw us but never greeted us nor gave us water until we asked. It took a while for someone to acknowledge us and it just made us felt a little uncomfortable.

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    Patisserie Tomoko - Interior

    Interior

    Patisserie Tomoko - Black sesame ice cream

    Black sesame ice cream

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