The best matcha in New York City

A locals' shortlist of matcha spots in New York City, NY — 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 New York City map

Every matcha pick in New York City

  1. Cha Cha Matcha — SoHo

    SoHo

    Pink-and-green millennial pilgrimage. Iced ceremonial latte.

    • Wifi: ●●●○○
    • Outlets: scarce
    • Noise: lively
    • Laptop policy: no
    • Hours: 7:30a–8p daily
    • Signature: Iced matcha latte
    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  2. Cha Cha Matcha — NoMad

    NoMad

    Same vibe, easier line.

    • Wifi: ●●●○○
    • Outlets: scarce
    • Noise: lively
    • Laptop policy: no
    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  3. MatchaBar — Williamsburg

    Williamsburg

    OG matcha bar. Originated the bottled craze.

    • Wifi: ●●●●○
    • Outlets: some
    • Noise: moderate
    • Laptop policy: limited
    • Signature: Matcha hustle
    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  4. MatchaBar — Chelsea

    Chelsea

    Manhattan flagship. Ceremonial-grade pours.

    • Wifi: ●●●●○
    • Outlets: some
    • Noise: moderate
    • Laptop policy: limited
    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

  5. Setsugekka

    East Village

    Quiet tea ceremony space. The real thing.

    • Wifi: ●○○○○
    • Outlets: none
    • Noise: quiet
    • Laptop policy: no
    • Signature: Koicha thick matcha
    • Matcha: yes

  6. Kettl Tea — Greenpoint

    Greenpoint

    Japanese tea importer + cafe. Single-cultivar matcha.

    • Wifi: ●●●○○
    • Outlets: scarce
    • Noise: quiet
    • Laptop policy: limited
    • Hours: 10a–6p Wed–Mon
    • Matcha: yes

  7. Ippodo Tea — Midtown

    Midtown

    Kyoto's 300-year-old tea house, now near Bryant Park.

    • Wifi: ●●○○○
    • Outlets: none
    • Noise: quiet
    • Laptop policy: no
    • Signature: Sayaka usucha
    • Matcha: yes

  8. Maman — SoHo

    SoHo

    French cafe with a serious matcha program + nutty cookies.

    • Wifi: ●●●●○
    • Outlets: some
    • Noise: lively
    • Laptop policy: welcome
    • Oat milk: yes
    • Matcha: yes

Frequently asked: matcha in New York City

Where's the best matcha in New York City?
Locals on Manifest curate these as the top matcha bars: Cha Cha Matcha — SoHo, Cha Cha Matcha — NoMad, MatchaBar — Williamsburg. Full list with notes is above.
Best matcha latte with oat milk in New York City?
Cha Cha Matcha — SoHo in SoHo 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 New York City picks above all qualify.
Is the matcha at these New York City spots actually good?
Yes — every bar on this list, including Cha Cha Matcha — SoHo in SoHo, was suggested by Manifest neighbors who drink matcha regularly in New York City, not pulled from generic review sites.

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