Matcha has been making its way up the trend ladder in café culture, and Dubai is no exception. Known for its bright colour, earthy flavour and health benefits, this Japanese green tea is a go-to among those seeking an alternative to caffeine.
Whether it’s the health benefits or the ‘Instagrammable’ aesthetic that draws you to matcha, Dubai has a growing number of zen cafés catering to enthusiasts. Here are five of the best matcha cafés in Dubai to try out:
Best Matcha Cafés in Dubai
The Matcha Tokyo
If matcha is your thing, this spot is well worth a visit. The menu is creative, with frozen matcha drinks in flavours like lemonade, banana, passionfruit and blueberry, alongside a few unexpected options.
There’s also a solid selection of matcha coffees, plus desserts that keep the theme going, from matcha cheesecake to tiramisu and brownies.
- Location: The Beach, Marsa Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai
If you’re a matcha lover or simply curious to try the tea behind the hype, this spot is an easy place to start.
The menu balances classic options with more playful takes, from straightforward drinks to inventive matcha-led treats, making it just as suited to first-timers as it is to those who already know their order.
AVANTCHA Tea Bar and Shop
This spot takes a sensory approach to tea, with a menu spanning classic brews, specialty drinks, and tea-led desserts. It’s particularly known for its matcha, with powders sourced from across Japan.
Expect fresh options like a matcha latte or matcha uuzu, alongside regional twists like a rose matcha latte inspired by Arabian flavours. A must-try is the ceremonial matcha and soft chocolate truffles.
- Location: Kunooz 6th Street, Al Manara, Al Quoz Industrial 1, Dubai
Café Kitsuné
At Café Kitsuné, the menu moves beyond the expected, weaving matcha into both sweet treats and seasonal drinks.
Alongside classics like French toast, you’ll find options such as a marble cake slice, matcha white chocolate cookies, and a rotating selection of summer drinks, including a coconut matcha cloud and a rich salted vanilla matcha topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Location: The H Residence By HUNA, Al Wasl Road, Al Safa 1, Al Safa, Dubai
Knot Bakehouse
You’ll find a well-made, best matcha latte here to go alongside breakfast or a light snack, with a few playful variations, including ones topped with strawberry or salted vanilla foam.
Don’t miss the one-ounce matcha served in a mini cup, a cute option for those looking for a quick pick-me-up.
- Location: LA PLAGE I, 403 Jumeirah Street, Al Athar Street, Jumeirah, Dubai
Joe & The Juice
Whilst not a matcha cafe persay, this Australian chain has multiple locations across Dubai and offers a range of matcha items. From iced vanilla matcha cloud to vanilla matcha, to name a few.
- Location: Multiple locations across Dubai
