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5 matcha bars to try across Metro Manila and beyond
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Matcha continues to grow in popularity—not just for its earthy flavor and cafe appeal, but also for its potential health benefits.
Matcha contains a higher concentration of antioxidants and L-theanine than regular tea because the entire leaf is consumed and many enjoy it for its steady energy boost and mental clarity without the usual coffee jitters.
If you’re looking to sip your way through different matcha spots, here are five matcha bars to check out:
Nono Park in Ongpin, Manila
For those interested in exploring Chinatown, Nono Park offers a straightforward but thoughtfully sourced matcha experience.
Their matcha comes from Mie, Japan and uses the Yabukita single cultivar from the first harvest, giving it slight nuttiness, noticeable umami, pleasant astringency, and mild bitterness.
Bestsellers:
- Iced Matcha Latte - P200
Branches and hours:
- Location: G16 Mandarin Square, Ongpin St.
- Store hours: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily
Chotto Matcha in Makati, BGC, and more
With roots in Japan, Chotto Matcha sources its tea from family-run farms in Shizuoka.
The brand describes its matcha as clean in aroma and deep in flavor while remaining approachable for everyday drinkers, balancing Japanese tea tradition with cafe-friendly creations.
Bestsellers:
- Hanami Matcha Latte - P250
- Strawberry Matcha Latte - P220
- Ube Matcha Latte - P220
Branches and hours:
- Makati / Little Tokyo (2227 Fernando St., Legazpi Village, Makati) - 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. to 12 a.m.
- Forbestown, BGC (Bellagio 2, Forbestown Rd., Taguig) - 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
- Park Triangle, BGC (11th Ave., Bonifacio Global City, Taguig) - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Arcovia, Pasig (Arcovia Parade, Pasig) - 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Matcha Bar in Makati City
Located in Legazpi Village, Matcha Bar approaches tea with the same attention specialty cafes give coffee.
Founded by Sahara Lara Casteel, a Le Cordon Bleu Malaysia alumna and plant-based chef, the concept traces its roots to Davao in 2018 before evolving into a dedicated specialty matcha cafe focused on provenance, technique, and ritual.
Bestsellers:
- Hikari - P280
- Geisha - P290
Branches and hours:
- Location: 178 Salcedo St., Legazpi Village, Makati
- Store hours: 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily
Kokorobi Matcha in Marikina City
Kokorobi Matcha caters to serious tea enthusiasts with 100% JAS Certified Organic Matcha sourced directly from Uji, Kyoto. Beyond drinks, the cafe also sells matcha powders for home preparation.
Bestsellers:
- Premium Kokorobi Latte - P320
- Seasalt Vanilla Cream Matcha Latte - P250
- Pistachio Cream Matcha Latte - P300
Branches and hours:
- Location: Paraclete Bldg., 90 T. Bugallon St., Marikina Heights, Marikina City
- Store hours: Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday-Sunday: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Dominique Matcha Bar in Antipolo City
Tucked in Antipolo, Dominique Matcha Bar highlights matcha sourced directly from Uji.
Instead of centering on a commercial brand, the cafe says it searched for a blend with a smooth and approachable flavor profile. The result is a matcha with a naturally creamy body, delicate umami, subtle floral notes, and minimal bitterness, ideal even for first-time drinkers.
Bestsellers:
- Honey Oat Matcha - P190
- Strawberry Matcha - P195
- Ube Matcha - P190
Branches and hours:
- Location: 21 Pinagmisahan, Dela Paz, Antipolo, Rizal
- Store hours: Monday-Thursday: 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., Friday-Sunday: 8 a.m.–12 a.m.
—JCB, GMA News
