Obsessed with matcha? Us too. As the health benefits outweigh everything, let us look at some of the best Dubai Matcha cafés to visit this National Matcha Day.
Known for its host of health benefits, matcha is best for both its energising and detoxifying properties. This highly sought-after drink is packed with antioxidants, particularly catechins like EGCG, which help fight inflammation and support heart health. It provides a steady energy boost without the jitters of coffee, thanks to L-theanine, an amino acid that promotes calm focus. Matcha also supports metabolism, aiding in weight management, and may enhance brain function, improving memory and concentration.
When is National Matcha Day?
National Matcha Day is celebrated annually on May 2. Established in 2021 by Jade Leaf Matcha, this day honors the rich history and cultural significance of matcha, a finely ground green tea powder integral to Japanese tea ceremonies and culinary traditions. Overall, this period is considered optimal for harvesting tea leaves, as they are believed to yield the highest quality matcha. By choosing this date, National Matcha Day pays homage to the generations of tea farmers and the cultural heritage of matcha production
So, if you’re looking to skip coffees and adapt to a natural source of caffeine, Dubai offers an array of chlorophyll-infused beverages that we simply can’t resist.
AVANTCHA Tea Bar
The pioneering avant-garde tea beverage now has a first-of-its-kind flagship destination in Dubai. This launch marks the beginning of a new era for tea enthusiasts, offering an immersive sensory experience that transforms tea into a lifestyle. Additionally, loyal Matcha enthusiasts can benefit from the Matcha Latte Loyalty Card, which rewards customers with a free Matcha Latte after every ten purchases. The AVANTCHA Tea Bar is more than a place to drink tea — it’s a destination to experience tea’s artistry, culture, and future—a world where every sip tells a story. With a myriad of matcha creations, guests are completely spoiled for choice.
For more information visit avantcha.com
Backyard
Backyard is a popular café in Dubai known for its authentic matcha offerings. They use the finest organic matcha sourced directly from Japan to ensure a genuine experience. Their matcha menu includes unique beverages like the Matcha Cloud, Pink Cloud Matcha, Mermaid Matcha, and Military Matcha, with prices ranging from Dhs30 to Dhs38. For a sweet treat, they offer a Matcha and White Chocolate Cookie priced at Dhs9. Backyard has multiple locations across Dubai, including Meydan South and Umm Suqeim 2, and offers delivery services through platforms like Deliveroo and Talabat.
For more information visit bckyrd.ae
The Matcha Tokyo
The Matcha Tokyo, located at The Beach, JBR in Dubai, is an authentic Japanese matcha café offering 100% organic matcha sourced from Uji, Kyoto. With a minimalist design, it provides a serene space for matcha lovers to enjoy drinks like iced and frozen matcha lattes, along with treats like matcha brownies. The café also sells retail matcha products for home brewing. Known for its commitment to quality and tradition, The Matcha Tokyo brings an elevated tea experience to Dubai, making it a must-visit for matcha enthusiasts
Peaq Wellness
The first social wellness club in the Middle East is all about matcha.
For more information visit peaqwellness.com
In celebration of Matcha Day, bkry at Alserkal Avenue is adding a fresh twist to its beverage menu with new flavour-forward options alongside its popular Iced Matcha Latte. Guests can now enjoy an Iced Matcha Latte enhanced with either Strawberry Hibiscus Cloud Foam or Blueberry Lavender Cloud Foam, each adding a delicate burst of berry-floral notes or smooth, calming sweetness to the classic drink. For a tropical take, the Iced Coconut Mango Matcha blends earthy matcha with rich coconut milk and cream, topped with a fruity mango cloud foam for a creamy, refreshing sip perfect for sunny days. Prices range from Dhs36 to Dhs42, and the café is open daily from 8am to 10pm.
For more information visit behindthecup.ae
Situated in the heart of Dubai’s premium boutique padel club, this urban sanctuary brings the perfect blend of Japanese with Parisian. Surrounded by a padel court and yoga studio, this culinary space is a home for must-try wellness activities. With a wholesome menu, the café serves both iced and hot matcha with an array of alternative milk choices to choose from.
Nette, Inside MATCHA Club, Al Quoz. Open daily 8am to 10pm. matcha-club.ae
Hoof
Available from May 1st in honor of Matcha Day on May 2nd, Hoof introduces two stunning new matcha drinks at their Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall location. The Matcha Mulberry Cloud is a rich, creamy blend of hand-whipped malic cream, milk, and bright mulberry sauce layered over a smooth matcha base, finished with a dusting of matcha powder for a silky, cloud-like sip. For a lighter, refreshing option, the Tropical Matcha combines chilled coconut water infused with coconut essence, poured over ice and topped with vibrant matcha, garnished with a delicate coconut tuile for a breezy, island-inspired experience. Both drinks are priced at Dhs36 and available from 8am to 12am on weekdays and until 1:00am on weekends.
For more information visit behindthecup.ae
Bageri Form
Inspired by Scandinavian design, this artisanal café was elevating bakery classics and serving dishes with the freshest of ingredients. With Nordic-infused interiors, the bakery also serves freshly sourced matcha in minimal cups for a rejuvenating start to the day. With an aesthetic presentation, this place is beyond Instagrammable-worthy.
Bageri Form, Dubai Design District, Building 4. Open Monday to Thursday 7:30am to 8pm, Friday to Sunday 8:30am to 10pm. bageriform.com.
LDC Kitchen + Coffee
For an enticing spot to dine with your friends, this restaurant is an ideal smart working space that brings a healthy twist to all its culinary delights. Without limiting the menu to coffees and smoothies, this delightful place offers both iced and hot matcha’s in an inviting atmosphere.
LDC Ktichen + Coffee, One JLT, One Business Centre DMCC. Open daily 7am to 1am.
The Grey
Known for its minimalist décor and creative space, this café is designed as a venue where creative minds can meet. With a twist to your usual matcha, the café serves a coconut-infused iced matcha latte that comes with boba, making it a speciality.
The Grey, Al Wasl, Al Safa 1, open from Sunday to Thursday 7:30am to 11pm, Friday & Saturday 8am to 12pm. the-grey.co.
Flow Kitchen
This healthy eating creative hub serves a plethora of conscious eating meals and drinks including vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. With ethically sourced ingredients from around the globe, this café serves vegan matcha lattes, ensuring every customer’s need is met.
Flow and Jumeirah Emirates Towers. flowdubai.com
% Arabica
Designed to embody a strong Japanese aesthetic, this café expands beyond the world of coffee. With a futuristic touch to serving beverages, this haven becomes the perfect go-to spot for unwinding after a long day or a mid-day break. With latte art, this deliciously offered matcha is sure to boost your energy levels.
% Arabica, Mall of the Emirates, City Walk, Dubai Mall and many more. arabica.coffee
Blu Matcha
blu matcha has become a matcha haven for those seeking moments of blissful relaxation and a taste of pure matcha magic. As Matcha Pioneers in the bustling city of Dubai, curating the finest quality Japanese matcha to satisfy your taste buds and nourish your soul.
For more information visit blumatchacafe.com
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