9 minCoffee/tea fanatics are raging about this one - the matcha fever is strong in Dubai & cafés are serving it hot and cold, baked or grinded. Matcha is oh so full of green shades.
But before we get into the whereabouts of best matcha in Dubai - let's introduce the green queen of teas and leaves properly. Simply put, matcha is the green powder you get from grinding green tea & specially grown leaves in China, developed in Japan. There's matcha-do about it really; you'll see how!
There are so many ways to drink matcha - you'll find plenty of hot & cold recipes for your choice of matcha tea, juice, smoothies, even cocktails and most-popularly lattés.
Some of our favorite Dubai spots definitely have some matcha tricks up their sleeves and behind the counters.
Not only is it an alternatively healthier source of caffeine, filled with antioxidants - it is also edible and desserts of all kinds are now made with the green-velvety powder.
Enjoy a huge variety of matcha cakes, macarons, ice-cream, puddings, mochi...you name it! This is the green paradise of desserts.
Let's get into all Matcha things in Dubai!
This is our 10-spot selection of where to enjoy your matcha drink and/or dessert across Dubai to maximum satisfaction and best matcha experience. From aesthetic decors - both interiors and servings - to delicious and nurterous varieties; café-lovers these are the best places to be:
Akabeko
Akabeko, Dubai’s first tabletop Yakiniku Japanese restaurant is introducing a unique Matcha Experience from February 2nd to March 31st between 12PM to 4PM, where guests can immerse themselves in a perfect afternoon with a specially crafted afternoon tea spread. Priced at AED185 per person, the one-of-a-kind experience celebrates the art of Japanese tea with uniquely conceptualized matcha desserts paired with an array of savory Wagyu delicacies and an indulgent tea selection from Mucharaka Tea. The matcha experience is beautifully presented amidst a captivating Zen garden-inspired décor on the table, artfully displaying the culinary creations.
Timing: February 2nd to March 31st, from 12PM till 4PM
Location: voco Dubai The Palm Hotel, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
Contact: 050 561 8288
BKRY
Want the most insta-worthy matcha? Well look no further than this gorgeous little spot in Dubai, Bkry. Bkry uses ceremonial grade matcha for their lattes and they're now also available with two one-of-a-kind flavours: with Strawberry Hibiscus Cloud Foam or Blueberry Lavender Cloud Foam. These foams are created with in-house ingredients inspired by bkry's homemade jams. To top it off, these three drinks come served with a matcha meringue dipped in white chocolate matcha.
Timing: Daily from 8AM till 10PM
Location: Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai
Contact: (04) 832 4672
Blu Matcha
Their mission is to make matcha a part of everyone's morning routine and they have a fun and accesible approach on matcha for all. Dubai homegrown concept, Matcha Blu is the first matcha café in town to serve the highest quality of matcha grades. Located in multiple spots across Dubai, Matcha Blu are known for their creative artisanal matcha pastries. Everything on the menu has a dash of matcha in it and there are enough options to satisfy everyone. With signature matcha beverages like Blu Matcha Latte, Purple Haze and their best-seller Vanilla almond latte - and soft-serving goodness of matcha ice-cream, magical flavors await at Blu Matcha.
Locations: Marina Walk - DRYP, City Center Mirdif, Alserkal Avenue
Time/Contact: check here per location
Joe & The Juice
With a stellar reputation in London, Joe & The Juice is the new talk of DxB town, with a highly recommended iced matcha latté on their menu. Served hot and cold, their matcha latté has a vanilla syrup twist that makes it a must-try! They're hip and happening across the UAE as Joe spread the juice in 3 different emirates - make sure to ask for their milk variety and multiple drinks sizes.
Timing: Daily from 8AM to 11PM
Locations: Galleria Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Hills Estate & more.
Contact: check their website here
Megumi Matcha
This is the A to Z of matcha. Megumi Matcha is run by all-Japanese women, founder Rie opened the first matcha-specialty online shop in Dubai just last year. From the farms of Japan to the urban spots of Dubai, Rie and her daughter offer the most authentic snd quintessential experience of matcha in Dubai. Rie introduces UAE residents to the practice and products of matcha - Megumi holds a monthly workshop at Vanilla Sukkar where attendees can learn tea-making ceremonies, try matcha-infused treats and immerse in the most genuine of matcha and tea rituals! This one's for the big matcha league.
Shop their products here
More Matcha
Located in the Ritz-Carlton of DIFC, More Matcha is an all-green lively matcha pop-up café filled with matcha goodness. The easy-on-the-eyes calming green aesthetic to the mouthwatering flavors that melt in your mouth, your taste buds will love the matcha selection of desserts, ice-cream and beverages this place has to offer. Dubai matcha lovers, More Matcha lives up to its name and beyond. Must-try their matcha-infused éclairs!
Timing: Mon-Fri from 8AM till 10PM, Sat & Sun from 10AM till 11PM
Location: Ritz-Carlton, DIFC, Dubai
Contact: (04) 446 7953
Oath
Oath have sworn a matcha vow - to make sure matcha fans get their proper fix of the green magic! Popular for their soft-serve ice cream, Oath also makes one of the best iced matcha lattés in Dubai. Located inside a flower shop for that extra matcha vibe, Oath is the place to head to in Jumeirah for your delectable matcha dosage. Oh, did we mention that they sell their own matcha powder? Make sure to shop it as you dig into their delicious desserts menu.
Time: Sun-Sat from 10AM till 9PM, Fri from 4PM till 10PM
Location: Wud Flowers, Jumeirah 1
Contact: 050 515 4971
Orto Café
With views of the Dubai canal and a rather calm vibe about it, Orto Café offers their famous matcha lattés, specialty coffee and range of sweet pleasures in a peaceful setting of minimalist space design. Open as early as 7 AM to grasp the early worm of the day, start off your morning with their signature iced matcha latté as you enjoy the Dubai canal scenery, meditate or read a book and savor the matcha flavor in this Jumeirah-loved spot.
Timing: Daily from 7AM till 12AM
Location: Jumeirah 3, Dubai
Contact: (04) 345 5060
Paus; Café + Community
There is so matcha to choose from Paus; café's matcha drinks collection - they made sure to pamper matcha lovers of Dubai with signature matcha lattés and matcha-based beverages such as Doppio Matcha Dalgona, Matcha Latté, Iced Blue Matcha and Matcha Dalgona! With a community-oriented space, matcha enthusiasts can enjoy their choice of matcha drink in an atmosphere of yoga sessions, healing therapies and wellness sessions. You can also work remotely within the hub of coworking spcaes that Paus' has to offer.
Timing: Daily from 7AM till 10PM
Location: Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai
Contact: (04) 266 5329
Tania's Teahouse
Known as the "most instagrammable café in Dubai" as well as the "Holy Grail" of coffee & tea - Tania's Teahouse is a must-try café! Serving three different matcha drinks, come and enjoy the appealing aesthetics of both location and matcha at this stylish spot. Dubai is no short of places that combine looks with content and this place ranks high in this category! If you're looking for a fun, colorful and flavorful matcha experience - Tania's Teahouse is your place. Make sure to try their chai matcha!
Timing: Daily from 8AM to 8PM
Location: Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim 2
Contact: 058 598 2642
The Edit
This is Al Serkal's first female-led matcha bar - The Edit in collaboration with Matcha Union is in it for the long haul! Dubai matcha fans, this is a must-try matcha journey set in the artistic feel of the avenue. Head to the concept store to enjoy the matcha drinks created at their own bar - guaranteed to make your face glow as you check out their range of beautiful products.
Timing: Daily from 10AM till 8PM
Location: Warehouse 48, Al Serkal Avenue
Contact: (04) 548 9553
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