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New York
JQ Milk Tea & Fried Chicken
Manhattan, New York
JQ Milk Tea & Fried Chicken operates from a compact storefront on Sullivan Street in SoHo, specializing in Taiwanese-style bubble tea and Korean fried chicken. The shop features a minimalist counter-service setup with limited seating, focusing primarily on takeout orders. Their bubble tea menu includes traditional flavors alongside seasonal specialties, while the fried chicken comes in various spice levels with Asian-inspired seasonings. The location attracts both NYU students and SoHo shoppers seeking authentic Asian comfort food combinations.
Sorate
NoLita, New York
Sorate is a modern Japanese-inspired cafe in SoHo known for its minimalist aesthetic and specialty coffee culture. This sleek space combines contemporary design with traditional Japanese hospitality, creating a serene urban retreat. The cafe features expertly crafted pour-over coffee, matcha beverages, and light Japanese-influenced fare. With its clean lines, natural materials, and calm atmosphere, Sorate offers a peaceful escape from the bustling streets of Manhattan, attracting coffee enthusiasts and those seeking a sophisticated, zen-like cafe experience.
Nashville
Just Love Coffee Cafe - Hendersonville, TN
Hendersonville, Nashville
Just Love Coffee Cafe in Hendersonville offers a warm, community-focused atmosphere with locally roasted specialty coffee and made-from-scratch breakfast and lunch items. This Tennessee-based chain is known for its commitment to quality ingredients and friendly service. The cafe features comfortable seating areas perfect for meetings, studying, or casual conversations. With a focus on fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, they serve everything from gourmet coffee drinks to hearty breakfast bowls and artisanal sandwiches in a welcoming neighborhood setting.
Bongo Roasting Co.
Downtown, Nashville
Bongo Roasting Co. is a specialty coffee roaster and cafe located on Herron Drive in Nashville. This artisanal coffee shop focuses on small-batch roasting with a commitment to quality sourcing and craft brewing methods. The atmosphere is welcoming and community-focused, attracting coffee enthusiasts seeking expertly roasted beans and carefully prepared beverages. With a perfect 5-star rating, Bongo has established itself as a neighborhood gem known for its dedication to coffee excellence and personalized service in Nashville's growing specialty coffee scene.
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Discover Atlanta's finest matcha destinations across 24 carefully curated cafés and tea houses. From E+ROSE Wellness Cafe's adaptogenic lattes in Westside Provisions to Matcha Cafe Maiko's authentic Kyoto-style preparations in Chamblee, this collection showcases the city's diverse matcha scene. Dancing Goats anchors the specialty coffee side with locations at Ponce City Market, Midtown, Buckhead, and Decatur, while traditional tea houses like Wai's Gong Fu and Dr. Bombay's Underwater Tea Party offer ceremonial-grade experiences. Midtown shines with third-wave excellence at Apotheos, For Five, and Bachi Box's specialty matcha, plus the European elegance of Café Intermezzo. Beyond the urban core, neighborhood gems include Academy Coffee in Virginia-Highland, Bellwood in Decatur's courthouse square, Brash Coffee in Buckhead, and The Depot by Kaldi's at Emory. ZenTea in Chamblee and Unbelibubble at Politan Row deliver quality bubble tea. Whether you seek wellness-focused superfood lattes, traditional whisked matcha, or creative bubble tea variations, Atlanta's matcha landscape delivers quality across every neighborhood and preparation style.
Hidden Gem Matcha Spots
Beyond Midtown's matcha corridor lie Atlanta's most intriguing under-the-radar tea destinations. These 10 neighborhood favorites fly under tourists' radar but captivate locals with authentic experiences ranging from traditional gong fu ceremonies to whimsical steampunk tea parties. Wai's Gong Fu Tea House in Blandtown offers Atlanta's most authentic Chinese tea ceremony, with ceremonial-grade matcha served in traditional clay vessels. Dr. Bombay's Underwater Tea Party transforms Grant Park into a Victorian fantasy world—think brass diving helmets, vintage fixtures, and loose-leaf matcha served in theatrical splendor. Rebel Teahouse near the Decatur courthouse builds community through quality tea programs. Neighborhood coffee gems abound: Black Coffee Atlanta in Lakewood serves single-origin pour-overs in a local-favorite atmosphere, while Cafe Bartique anchors Cascade Heights with community-focused specialty coffee. Oakview Coffee in Oakhurst, Waller's Coffee Shop in Decatur, and Wonderful World Coffee and Tea in Avondale Estates reward exploration with independent character. Cuckoo's Cafe on Buford Highway delivers Korean bubble tea and desserts with authentic flair. These hidden gems offer authentic character that chain cafés can't replicate.
Best Matcha in Midtown
Midtown Atlanta reigns as the city's matcha epicenter, with 12 exceptional cafés clustered along Peachtree Street and West Peachtree corridors. This walkable neighborhood offers everything from third-wave coffee shops crafting ceremonial-grade lattes to specialty matcha bars and bubble tea destinations. Dancing Goats Midtown anchors the scene as Atlanta's pioneering specialty roaster, while newer arrivals like Apotheos, For Five, Daydreamer, and Bachi Box push boundaries with single-origin sourcing and precision brewing. Haraz Coffee House brings Yemeni coffee traditions to Midtown, while Unbelibubble at Politan Row delivers creative bubble tea. Foxtail Coffee's two Midtown locations bring Orlando's craft coffee culture north, and Café Intermezzo pairs matcha with classical music and sophisticated European pastry artistry. Land of a Thousand Hills adds social impact to quality, sourcing directly from Rwandan cooperatives. Whether you seek laptop-friendly third-wave shops, specialty matcha bars, or intimate date-night atmospheres, Midtown delivers Atlanta's densest concentration of exceptional matcha.
Best Matcha for Working in San Francisco
Power through your workday with matcha at SF's most productive cafes. These 7 laptop-friendly spots combine reliable WiFi, ample seating, and quality matcha lattes to fuel your focus. From Ritual Coffee's spacious Valencia flagship to Blue Bottle's minimalist work havens and Delah Coffee's Financial District sanctuary, find your perfect remote office with ceremonial-grade matcha just steps away.
SF Neighborhood Matcha Favorites
Discover San Francisco's under-the-radar matcha treasures tucked away in neighborhood corners. From Kiss of Matcha's cozy Outer Sunset hideaway to Matcha Cafe Maiko's serene Stonestown sanctuary and Tadaima Mission's authentic Japanese cafe culture, these 6 local favorites offer exceptional matcha without the crowds. Skip the tourist traps and explore where SF locals actually get their matcha fix.
Japantown Matcha Heritage Tour
Discover 50+ years of Japanese tea tradition in San Francisco's historic Japantown with this self-guided cultural walking tour. This heritage tour connects three authentic Japanese matcha cafes with the iconic Japanese Tea Garden, showcasing ceremonial-grade matcha, traditional tea ceremonies, and the enduring Japanese heritage that has shaped SF's matcha culture since the 1960s. From Kissako Tea's intimate ceremonies to Matcha Cafe Maiko's Kyoto-sourced beverages, experience authentic Japanese tea culture in the heart of San Francisco.
Why Matcha?
From centuries-old tea ceremonies to innovative modern cafés—matcha culture is thriving in unexpected places. Whether you're seeking a mindful morning ritual, sustained afternoon energy, or a beautiful café space to work, authentic matcha offers something for every moment. We curate the best destinations so you can explore with confidence.