dubai matcha spots
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Craving a caffeine fix while also reaping the benefits of antioxidants? Matcha is your drink. The drink of the season can be indulged hot, iced, as a dessert or soft serve and so much more. To no surprise, matcha is all the rage right now.

Dubai is not short of aesthetically pleasing spots with decadent flavours and varieties for people who are in the mood for some matcha. Below, GRAZIA brings you a list of 14 must-try matcha spots in Dubai.

TRIO

Trio Matcha
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Coined as one of the best matcha spots in Dubai, run, don’t walk to Trio. Having opened its own branch recently, we just cant get enough. A smooth and creamy matcha, that is difficult not to love.

Knot Bakehouse

Knot bakehouse
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Salted Vanilla and Strawberry heaven. Knot Bakehouse is known for its smooth matcha that’s topped with a silky cold foam which also adds the perfect sweetness to your drink. For those who also have a sweet tooth, the cafe is known for its yummy desserts and pastries.

Pekoe Tea And Bread Bar

Pekoe tea and Bread Bar
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Unbeatable baked goods, and of course matcha, this is a tea bar after all. Perfectly flaky and buttery pastries, that are difficult not to crave, pair perfectly with a matcha.

The Cha Club by FLTR

Natasha Aris The Cha Club
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Newly opened at Level Shoes Dubai Mall, this is the perfect spot to relax after a long day of shoe shopping. Revive your shopping energy with a matcha latte, or even a soft-serve.

Milk Bakery

Matcha spots in Dubai
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Pass by Milk Bakery and indulge in matcha. The matcha is offered with an array of milk alternatives, such as oat milk, coconut milk, etc. Not to mention, the store is an aesthetic dream with an all-white interior, perfect for your Instagram stories. Open from 7:30am to 1am on Friday and Saturday and 7:30am to 12am from Sunday to Thursday, Milk Bakery is located in Wasl 51 Building, Jumeirah 1.

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Tania’s Tea House

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One of Dubai’s most Instagrammable cafes is Tania’s Teahouse. This quaint location has a ton of flavours in addition to its appealing aesthetics. Matcha and stylish design are expertly combined at Tania’s Teahouse, making it a must-visit location for anybody looking for a delicious and visually appealing beverage in one. Open from 8am to 8pm. Tania’s Teahouse flagship store is reopening in Dubai Hills. Sereni-Tea by Tania’s Teahouse is open in Al Wasl.

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Blu Matcha

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Blu Matcha, a homegrown matcha cafe, makes the beverage top-notch and gives everyone options. Every dish on the cafe’s menu has a dash of matcha. This place has something for everyone, whether your craving is for decadent matcha ice cream or a calming trademark vanilla almond latte with a tea infusion. The cafe has a serene, pleasant atmosphere. Open from 10am to 10pm. It has locations in City Centre Mirdif, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz and Galleria Mall Al Barsha.

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More matcha

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Matcha enthusiasts can indulge in the menu at the aesthetically pleasing More Matcha, which is in Dubai’s lively DIFC neighbourhood. Every fan of matcha and coffee is content with More Matcha, whether they are enjoying decadent soft serve or matcha éclairs. It’s the ideal place to enjoy the aroma of freshly brewed coffee while indulging in the rich, simple flavours. Open from 8am to 9pm. Located in Gate Avenue, DIFC.

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Dips Cafe

This earth-toned concrete wall cafe is a haven for matcha fanatics. It is charming and an aesthetic dream. Not to mention, affordable. Grab a Matcha Latte for Dhs28. Sip on your matcha in the early morning or opt for it as a late-night pick-me-up. Open from 6:30am to 12am, Dips Cafe is located in Jumeirah 2.

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Joe & The Juice

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The iced matcha latte from renowned international brand Joe & The Juice is the ideal balance of matcha and milk. The Instagrammable latte comes in multiple sizes and milk varieties. The latte, which is served at all UAE locations, is the ideal pick-me-up or a refreshing distraction from the heat of the city. Situated in multiple locations across thee emirate, Joe & The Juice is open daily from 8am to 11pm.

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Orto café

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A calm café featuring views of the Dubai Canal and delectable iced matcha lattes, in addition to speciality coffee and a range of sweets. This serene area is the ideal place to drink fine coffee in a striking setting thanks to its simple aesthetics and basic design. This cafe is located in Jumeirah 3 and is open daily from 8.30am to 11pm.

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Paus; Café + Community

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At Paus, you can have your matcha fix with a side of carrot cake. It is the perfect space to unwind and take a pause. The community feel of this location is what makes it unique. Upstairs are fitness classes and healing therapies, as well as a hub for coworking spaces for individuals who work remotely. Located in Al Reef Villas, Wasl Road, Jumeirah, Paus is open daily from 7am to 10pm.

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Megumi Matcha

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Founded a year ago by Rie from Japan, she offers traditional grade matcha and holds tea-making workshops in Dubai. Megumi is entirely run by women, from the packaging to the farm in Kyoto. Megumi holds a monthly matcha session at Vanilla Sukkar, a Jumeirah gem run by a mother-and-daughter team. Attendees can learn the A-Z of matcha, tea making and even try matcha sweet treats.

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Oath

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Though their soft serve ice cream may be their speciality, Oath also makes a fantastic matcha. On Al Wasl Road, this Jumeirah cafe is nestled inside a flower shop. You can sip a matcha or their famous creamy float. That’s not all. They even sell their own matcha powder and offer a variety of desserts. Open Sunday to Saturday from 10am-9pm, Fridays 4pm-10pm. Located in Wud Flowers in Jumeirah 1.

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