The best matcha in Columbus

A locals' shortlist of matcha spots in Columbus, OH — hand-vetted by neighbors on Manifest, with the practical details (wifi, outlets, noise level, day-pass pricing, signature drinks) you actually need.

8 curated picks See the full Columbus map

Every matcha pick in Columbus

  1. Kittie's Cakes

    German Village

    Bakery with a great matcha latte.

    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  2. Boba Time — Short North

    Short North

    Solid matcha + boba menu.

    • Matcha: yes

  3. Asian Treats

    OSU Campus

    Student-favorite matcha + tea spot.

    • Matcha: yes

  4. Tea Mate Cafe

    Italian Village

    Tea-focused cafe with whisked matcha.

    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  5. Kung Fu Tea — Lane Ave

    OSU Campus

    Reliable chain matcha for OSU.

    • Matcha: yes

  6. Vivi Bubble Tea

    OSU Campus

    Strawberry matcha latte favorite.

    • Matcha: yes

  7. Plant Power Fast Food (matcha menu)

    Short North

    Vegan menu with matcha lattes.

    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  8. Sweet Carrot — Short North

    Short North

    Cafe with a small matcha menu.

    • Matcha: yes

Frequently asked: matcha in Columbus

Where's the best matcha in Columbus?
Locals on Manifest curate these as the top matcha bars: Kittie's Cakes, Boba Time — Short North, Asian Treats. Full list with notes is above.
Best matcha latte with oat milk in Columbus?
Kittie's Cakes in German Village pours an oat matcha latte that's a locals' favorite.
What makes a great matcha bar?
Locals look for ceremonial-grade powder, a real whisking ritual, oat-milk options and consistency. The Columbus picks above all qualify.
Is the matcha at these Columbus spots actually good?
Yes — every bar on this list, including Kittie's Cakes in German Village, was suggested by Manifest neighbors who drink matcha regularly in Columbus, not pulled from generic review sites.

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