Creamy, caffeinated and delicious, matcha is many's drink of choice. Keep reading for our picks of the best matcha in NYC.
See also: The 27 Best Cups of Hot Chocolate in NYC
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189 Roebling St., Brooklyn / Website
Ppl is an ethereal cafe in Brooklyn where you’re sure to get a great cup of matcha. Order a cup of traditional Japanese tea, a matcha latte, or one of the many coffee options on the menu.
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If you’re looking to try all kinds of matcha, check out Matchaful. The menu is filled with tons of matcha options, including seasonal drinks like the Autumn Spice. Choose a drink based on what kind of boost you need, menu items include benefits like calm, focus or immunity.
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Multiple locations / Website
Kettl is a New York favorite among tea enthusiasts. Order a traditional matcha latte or try out a tea-flavored sweet, like the Gyokuro green tea cookies. Plus, if you find yourself craving more, you can get Kettl tea delivered to your home!
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Another NYC favorite, Cha Cha Matcha is a tasty, fun spot to grab your next matcha latte. If you need a caffeine boost, order the nitro latte. Plus, the drinks are totally Instagrammable, so make sure to snap a picture to share before you drink!
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74 E 7th St. / 646.895.9586 / Website
Head to the East Village for this authentic Japanese tea shop. There are lots of unique menu options, including a matcha affogato. Setsugekka also offers classes, so if you’ve ever wanted to learn to make your own matcha, check it out!
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461 Amsterdam Ave. / 646.590.3133 / Website
Manhattan’s first matcha cafe, Chalait is the classic New York matcha spot. Try out a Matcha Arnold Palmer for something fresh or a Matcha Hot Chocolate for a winter drink!
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132 Bowery / 917.688.3166 / Website
Delicious soft serve and matcha await at Matcha Cafe Maiko. They serve matcha from Harima Garden, which has been in operation since 1858 in Uji, Japan. We highly recommend the Maiko Special, which contains matcha cream, matcha chiffon, chestnuts and shiratama mochi.
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