2025 is the year of all things matcha, and Toronto is just drinking it up!
From matcha spin-offs like banana bread matcha and matcha slushies, the creativity of these matcha creators are on a new level!
So, here are our top picks around the city that are just too ‘matcha’ to handle!
Wu Wei Coffee
Location: 44 Kensington Ave.
Hidden inside a Kensington Market vintage shop, Wu Wei is a well-known Toronto favourite for matcha. Their creative take on a classic matcha, such as their matcha tonic with fresh burnt rosemary, matcha coconut latte, and matcha pistachio latte is what brings in all the matcha-lovers in the city. The quality of matcha they use is undeniably the highest grade, and their additional toppings like their fluffy cold foam adds an extra layer of deliciousness!
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Matcha Matcha
Location: 407 Church St.
If you’ve been on the matcha side of Instagram, you’ll definitely recognize this spot! Matcha Matcha’s blueberry lavender ube latte with matcha, also known as Blu, has been trending all over social media for its aesthetic look, as the combination of its green and purple colours blend seamlessly together. Other flavours include strawberry matcha, matcha brulee, cheesecake, and more — this place has options for days!
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Icha Tea
Location: 4-235 Spadina Ave.
996 Queen St. W.
Do not sleep on Icha’s matcha for their top-tier quality and matcha spin-offs to choose from. Customer favourites include their classic matcha latte, strawberry matcha, and camellia matcha — all which can be topped with their select flavoured cheese foams. Besides matcha, the store has even more tea items if you’re looking to try something new.
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Tsuchi Cafe
Location: 688 College St.
This minimalistic cafe serves Japanese-style foods and drinks, and is well known for their authentic matcha. Mirroring the simplicity of the cafe, the matcha itself is also quite simple to the taste and does not feel heavy nor overbearing. It is the perfect drink to feel a calming bliss.
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Neo Coffee Bar
Location: 61 Spadina Ave.
12 Gloucester St.
130 King St. W.
770 Bay St.
161 Frederick St.
Stop by Neo Coffee Bar this summer for their berry-infused Uji matcha, as a nice earthy and fruity refreshment for this hot summer! If you’re still in the mood for a hot matcha, try their classic hot matcha latte, topped with a cute milk design to elevate your drinking experience.
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Gateau Ghost
Location: 974 College St.
Frozen matcha alert! This just might be the drink of the summer, where Toronto’s favourite drink just turned into a vegan slushy! It is the perfect drink to cool you down on a hot, sunny day, while still being able to enjoy the defining flavours of a matcha latte!
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Himalayan Coffee House
Location: 2552 Yonge St.
Get a load of this cuteness overload! This coffee shop makes the cutest matcha, topped with a detailed art design on each drink. If you are a big foodie and follow the rules of “phone eats first,” then you don’t want to miss out on this totally Instagrammable matcha selection!
Kream Dessert
Location: 526 Yonge St.
3290 Midland Ave.
10039 Yonge St.
Ever tried a banana pudding matcha? Or a matcha “kream” bomb? If not, this place is where you need to be! Kream Dessert serves their signature creamy matchas, with the choice of adding ice cream on top for an extra load of sweetness! If you’re feeling even more sweet, try one of their delicious pastries which are just as delish as their drinks!
18 Feet
Location: 86 Gerrard St. E.
Just look at all that green! This extra vibrant matcha is 18 Feet’s top menu item! The drizzle of pure ceremonial matcha from Shizuoka, Japan, is just chef’s kiss — emphasizing the brand’s motto: greener, bolder, better. If you’re into authentic, earthy-tasting matcha and even matcha desserts, this one is perfect for you!
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