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    Origin Lab Coffee & Matcha

    4.3 (99 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 6:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    matcha strawberry nimbus and coconut water matcha cloud foam drink
    Sara L.

    this is very solid matcha spot! i went to origin lab twice in 2 days because i wanted to support the very nice owner's business. ^_^ he's so friendly and kind. you can tell he cares a lot about his cafe. my boyfriend and i waited for our order and just observed how nice and personable the owner was to everyone and that's what brought us back the second day! we tried two of their drinks -- can't remember the exact names but mine was the strawberry matcha nimbus i believe and my boyfriend's was a coconut water with a matcha foam. both were really good! the little toppings of dried strawberry and coconut flakes were a nice touch. i really like how this cafe makes all of their drinks unsweetened on purpose so you can really taste the matcha and adjust if you want sweetness. their sweetener options are agave, honey, or vanilla. they were soooo busy when we came the day before even on a sunday at 6pm (love to see that) and the employees were definitely stressed but still very nice. food was perfect and they definitely did not skimp out on the cream cheese for the bagel which i love. if you can snag a seat it would be a great place to study!

    Michelle H.

    Date of Visit: 6/18/2026 Visited the Origin Lab Coffee & Matcha with a friend on a Thursday afternoon. The cute cafe store was packed and we got a window seat which was quite lucky. Origin Lab Coffee & Matcha is focusing on high quality coffee and ceremonial grade matcha. The menu is focusing on Matcha cloud and Strawberry cloud, with a huge different selection. Matcha Strawberry Nimbus $7.75 I got the matcha strawberry nimbus with matcha whole milk latte topped with a smooth strawberry cloud. Strawberry Citrus Nimbus $7.5 Friend got the strawberry citrus nimbus made with orange juice layered with a silky strawberry cloud, finished with dried strawberry and a tried orange peel.

    Hope D.

    I was craving matcha and found this cafe through TikTok and I'm so glad I did! It seems fairly new, but it's already doing very well, with a line out the door when I visited. The menu is simple without being overwhelming, and the space feels both homey and modern. It's bright, welcoming, and a great place to relax. Ibrahim, the owner, greeted us warmly and handed us a menu right away, which made for a great first impression. I ordered the matcha with the matcha cloud, and it was absolutely delicious. The matcha was sweet and flavorful, while the slightly bitter cloud provided the perfect balance. As someone who was seriously craving matcha that day, it completely hit the spot. I'll definitely be back, hopefully as soon as tomorrow to try the banana coffee!

    velvet matcha, strawberry matcha
    Christine M.

    I really enjoyed the matcha here - it was super creamy and they stir it live! Please NOTE that the matcha comes unsweetened (unlike every other spot in SF) and you have to add sweetener if you want it. I usually prefer a strong matcha and this place had the perfect concentration for me (no cup of milk here) I popped in on a Saturday around 1 pm and maybe waited ~10 minutes to get my drink so not bad at all. They have a few seats/tables. also owned by a super sweet turkish couple and the staff was friendly :)

    Hot matcha latte with soy milk - 10/10!
    Cindy L.

    Wow. Hands down the highest quality matcha I've ever had in SF. Truly on par with some of the best matcha I've had in Asia. My go-to order is a hot matcha latte with soy milk (unsweetened by default). The rich matcha pairs perfectly with their creamy/smooth soy milk. Service - nice and friendly workers, with an average wait time of 10-15 minutes. Sadly, they don't have an option to order ahead online! Interior - ample seating for a small coffee shop! Inside, there are 3 small tables and 5-6 single seats lined against one side of the wall. There are a few small tables outside as well. To the owners - please never take soy off the menu! Almond/oat/coconut just doesn't hit the same for soy milk lovers like me!

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    Annie K.

    I didn't know Ibrahim was the owner as he was so approachable and humble, he gave the best service and initiates interactions with each customer as if they r his friends/family. This coffee shop is on the corner of Sutter St. and i didnt know how much much foot traffic was in the area as a steady stream of people always came in. The shop has a few seats inside and outside and they have wifi so i got to work after my dentist appt and enjoy a hot matcha with oatmilk and a little agave. I appreciated they are open until 6pm as most matcha cafes closed earlier. The service was the best and i enjoyed my hot matcha, quite strong as well. I wish i got to try a coconut water cloud or something like that! Def check out if in the area!

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    Lizzie S.

    I was disappointed by this matcha. I'm not used to places where it comes unsweetened and then you pay extra for sweetener. This place is new and it can get busy, so expect to wait! There are a few tables and chairs inside and a few outside as well. They have free wifi and some outlets. It's very clean and cute inside but minimalist. Service was wonderful. I don't think I'll be back because I can't justify that cost for a matcha.

    Allie H.

    Another case of me being easily influenced by a fun drink. I love a coffee or matcha cloud- and this banana one was great! One of my fave coffees in San Francisco for sure

    Michelle B.

    Looking for best matcha spots in San Fran and decided to take a stroll to Organic Lab. The coffee shop is small inside and has a minimalist aesthetic with white and green color scheme m. The green also is noted with the plants. Although the space is small, the menu is robust with multiple matcha options that aren't overwhelming and select baked goods and protein snack bars I ordered the classic matcha with coconut milk , hot. After one sip, fireworks in my mouth commenced. Smooth with the classic earthy taste that's mild. Flavorful and had me wanting more after the 1st one. The shop feel's independently owned and the customer service was welcoming & professional. I can't wait to go back to get a couple more matchas before leaving San Fran. Highly recommend.

    Ajay K.

    I have been so disappointed with the trend of new matcha spots in SF that look promising but their drinks turn out to be overly sweet and you can't taste the matcha at all. Thankfully Origin bucks that trend and is a great addition to this area - the staff are also friendly and the matcha is thankfully still in single digits in terms of pricing!

    Gabriella T.

    Wanted to grab some matcha while in Union Square and this place had a lot of intriguing options so we decided to check it out. They had some unique drinks and while waiting in line, saw that the employees were working hard crafting each drink. They were whisking each matcha one by one and making sure each drink had the right portions. Drinks were typically priced for specialty drinks (and area) these days for about $7-8 +$1-2 for add ons. We got the Citrus wave matcha cloud and the Strawberry matcha cloud drinks and both were great! We wanted to try the Yuzu air matcha cloud but it was sold out sadly- maybe next time. All drinks come unsweetened unless modified but I like that the drinks already had a natural light sweetness to them without the add ons. It was pretty small inside and super busy but the drinks were made pretty quickly so you can grab and go. There are a couple seats inside and outside as well if you want to sit and chat as well! They also had stamp cards but it was 1 stamp per visit instead of 1 stamp per drink which I felt didn't make sense if you came and ordered 10 drinks at once vs someone coming and ordering 1 drink but both getting 1 stamp? Overall a good place to get hand whisked crafted matcha drinks with light sugar if you're in the area!

    M C.

    Potential is there, but lots to improve. Pros: Beautiful interior, small space but made seating and bathroom work. Staff is also very friendly despite how busy they were during their rush. They also did a great job on overall aesthetics and presentation. Cons: Quality of the drink itself was not good. Matcha was chalky, and the ratio with milk and matcha was off. Coffee was also very watery. However, I've been a barista myself for many years, so I do understand quality control is off when it's super busy. ( I think batching up matcha during busy peak hours would help a lot ! ) I also noticed stirring spoons soaked in dirty water under the counter where customers can see... Might want to reconsider that also! Overall, it's a cute cafe and I hope to come back to see improvements with the quality.

    Velvet matcha cloud
    Tasha H.

    The matcha here is not pulling punches. I saw how much matcha powder they add to the latte and it's no joke! I love that the lattes come unsweetened by default, and they make sure to remind you of that at the point of sale and ask if you want to add any sweetness - perfect execution. Loved the flavor and the cloud was also very well done. Great job!

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    All around pleasant experience in terms of both the service and coffee. I had the flight and…read morethought it was overall good. They explained that the flight includes an espresso shot, espresso shot with milk, hot coffee, and iced coffee. I hadn't had a straight espresso shot before, so this wasn't for me personally just because it was so overpowering. I enjoyed the other three though. Like the majority of SF, parking is difficult to locate. I was dropped off nearby the location. There is indoor and outdoor seating; I was able to grab an empty spot late in the morning on a weekend, but I don't think seating is always readily available. It's not a huge space.

    Maybe I had very high hopes, nevertheless I wasn't slblown away by the coffee, the almond macadamia…read moremilk or the small bites offerings. At 11 am on a Sunday they were out of their best- black sesame Kouign Amann and the Raspberry Almond Croissant, which I took care of by paying a visit to Juniper bakery (sister business) later in the day. The Mocha with the house made nut milk fell flat. It needed something. I am not a fan of syrupy coffees and appreciate the more purist approach but this one just didn't do anything for me. The chai latte which I would never order was actually the best chai latte I have ever had, it was smooth like silk. Maybe I just had the wrong coffee order. Besides that, got the hot chocolate and the coffee tasting. I was surprised there was no explanation provided with the coffee- I figured it's all Honduran but an overview of some sort would have helped. I enjoyed all the coffees in there except the latte. Will visit again, earlier in the day so they are not out of their best sellers and try a different order.

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    Came here to try the Japanese breakfast! They only offer it on weekdays for dine in only and they…read morehave a limited quantity, so be sure to come early. Our group came around 1pm and was able to grab the last 3 sets. Our party of 6 was able to share the 3 sets and feel relatively full. There was a range of dishes, of the selection the tempura and the silky eat was quite delicious. We found the Napa to be a bit floral for our taste but a perfect palette cleanser. The staff were the sweetest and combined tables together to let our party sit together. They even put a candle in the matcha tart for my birthday!

    Went to Stonemill for the first time and it was definitely a cute vibe! Open kitchen so you can…read morelook around and cute cafe vibes but it is a bit small! You order before you get seated when you first walk in. Def gets busy after 12! We got the hojicha latte and strawberry latte. The hojicha was very nice and nutty. It came a little too unsweetened for my liking but they have sweetened out to adjust for your liking! I would def come back to get this! 8/10! The strawberry latte on the other hand was very overpoweringly flavored of the strawberry jam :(. I felt it tasted a bit artificial and didn't really let the matcha taste come through, I would stick to-the hojicha. 4.5/10 For food we got the fish sandwich and the pork katsu sandwich. The fish sandwich was decent, the cheese was cold but the fish was nice and flaky. I wish the fish skin was a bit more crunchy but I did like the slaw and sauce on it. 6.5/10 The pork one was soooo good and juicy. The crust was super crunchy and surrounded by the soft bread was such a nice texture. There was a sweet sauce which balanced the sandwhich nicely. Would get again! 8/10 We also saw the Japanese breakfast bento which looked realllly good and the salmon with matcha broth that others ordered and would def come back to try those! TLDR; would get the pork katsu sandwhich and hojicha. Would come back to try the bento and the salmon in matcha broth!!

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