This place served us some of the best matcha and hojicha I've ever had! We came twice during a 3 day trip. Cannot wait to return on my next trip to LA.
Andrew Ramirez
Great matcha
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I wouldn’t say this is a disappointment like others. I also went when the line wasn’t long and we got one strawberry matcha and one einspanner and the einspanner was better in my opinion. If you’ve had about time it was similar, but smaller as well. I approve and it’s not bad. Nothing to gag about but it’s pretty good and it’s a lighter einspanner compared to other ppl
Kay K
Young female cashier took our order and was dismissive giggled then went to the back to speak to her coworkers. Had to wait for a different cashier to help us. Will not be coming back.
James Choi
Love this place! Lots of people are enjoying matcha!! Fancy. Mordern. Very clean.
Vlad Vertsun
Overrated Matcha Spot
We visited Damo because it is famous for its matcha, but honestly, it was a disappointment.
First, parking is a big problem — even though there is a small lot in front, it’s almost always full. Then comes the long line: we had to wait around 30 minutes (15–20 minutes outside in the heat, plus another 10–15 minutes inside). For just a cup of matcha, that’s too much. They should really add more staff on weekends to speed things up.
The matcha itself was very underwhelming. We ordered the strawberry matcha, but by noon most other flavors were already sold out. The drink tasted plain and watery, with too much ice. The strawberry pieces at the bottom were cut too big — impossible to drink with the regular straw. Instead of being well blended, it felt like we were eating fruit salad inside a drink. Honestly, this was one of the least enjoyable matcha drinks we’ve had in Los Angeles, even though we try new matcha places almost every weekend.
The interior is extremely minimalistic — clean, but a bit too empty and cold, more like a waiting room than a cozy café. Not a big minus, but it doesn’t add to the experience. And it was too loud.
Overall, the place feels overrated. The long wait and mediocre matcha are not worth it. We won’t be coming back, and I wouldn’t recommend it.
Carlos Velasco
Some of the best matcha in the city if you like real matcha not that stuff Starbucks sells. Gets really crowded at times with people taking their pic for IG. Their coffee is also delicious. There could be a line out the door on weekends which sucks.
Frances Yau
We stopped by DAMO on a whim one Saturday afternoon. Given its popularity, we weren’t surprised by the line. It was so packed that we could barely squeeze to the counter to order. We got the matcha latte and strawberry matcha latte with cream top. I was very impressed that they whisk the matcha in a matcha bowl for every order. The matcha taste is definitely much more defined! A little pricey for a drink but given the effort in each one, I think it’s worth it as an occasional treat. With the crowd, I’d say the place is good for buying something to go, but maybe not for studying.
Phuong Luong
So good, love both the regular matcha latte and matcha with cream top! We got lucky with parking and seating on a weekday, but seems like it would be difficult otherwise.
Dasha Gladkov
Had suchhhhh a yummy matcha. Location is random in a strip mall but it’s so so good. Highly recommend. Super good quality
The Einspanner Latte and Matcha Einspanner Lattes are SO smooooth. Highly recommend! We went at around 8:30am on a weekday and were able to find easy parking in the plaza. Service was friendly and quick.
Mansi Dhanak
Love the matcha here!
Adrian Rong
Decent. I got the plain matcha latte, it wasn't very sweet so if you like your matcha on the sweeter side, then the matcha here may not be for you. However, I also tried the strawberry matcha einspanner, it was really good, my partner enjoyed it a lot. The only downside was that the drink was nearly $9. Definitely a place that isn't on the cheaper side, my plain matcha was $6.75. The staff was very friendly, and the lines were long. I went on a Sunday around 1pm and it was about a 10 minute wait in line.
Shauna G
If you love matcha and chocolate, RUN don't walk to Damo to get the chocolate forest drink! Simply epic 👌 strong matcha flavor, not overly sweet and the chocolate cream was everything I wanted 🤤
devin l.
lovely staff and tasty drinks, but a part of the bamboo from the whisk fell off onto my matcha and scratched the roof of my mouth😅😅
This place served us some of the best matcha and hojicha I've ever had! We came twice during a 3 day trip. Cannot wait to return on my next trip to LA.
Great matcha
I wouldn’t say this is a disappointment like others. I also went when the line wasn’t long and we got one strawberry matcha and one einspanner and the einspanner was better in my opinion. If you’ve had about time it was similar, but smaller as well. I approve and it’s not bad. Nothing to gag about but it’s pretty good and it’s a lighter einspanner compared to other ppl
Young female cashier took our order and was dismissive giggled then went to the back to speak to her coworkers. Had to wait for a different cashier to help us. Will not be coming back.
Love this place! Lots of people are enjoying matcha!! Fancy. Mordern. Very clean.
Overrated Matcha Spot
We visited Damo because it is famous for its matcha, but honestly, it was a disappointment.
First, parking is a big problem — even though there is a small lot in front, it’s almost always full. Then comes the long line: we had to wait around 30 minutes (15–20 minutes outside in the heat, plus another 10–15 minutes inside). For just a cup of matcha, that’s too much. They should really add more staff on weekends to speed things up.
The matcha itself was very underwhelming. We ordered the strawberry matcha, but by noon most other flavors were already sold out. The drink tasted plain and watery, with too much ice. The strawberry pieces at the bottom were cut too big — impossible to drink with the regular straw. Instead of being well blended, it felt like we were eating fruit salad inside a drink. Honestly, this was one of the least enjoyable matcha drinks we’ve had in Los Angeles, even though we try new matcha places almost every weekend.
The interior is extremely minimalistic — clean, but a bit too empty and cold, more like a waiting room than a cozy café. Not a big minus, but it doesn’t add to the experience. And it was too loud.
Overall, the place feels overrated. The long wait and mediocre matcha are not worth it. We won’t be coming back, and I wouldn’t recommend it.
Some of the best matcha in the city if you like real matcha not that stuff Starbucks sells. Gets really crowded at times with people taking their pic for IG. Their coffee is also delicious. There could be a line out the door on weekends which sucks.
We stopped by DAMO on a whim one Saturday afternoon. Given its popularity, we weren’t surprised by the line. It was so packed that we could barely squeeze to the counter to order. We got the matcha latte and strawberry matcha latte with cream top. I was very impressed that they whisk the matcha in a matcha bowl for every order. The matcha taste is definitely much more defined! A little pricey for a drink but given the effort in each one, I think it’s worth it as an occasional treat. With the crowd, I’d say the place is good for buying something to go, but maybe not for studying.
So good, love both the regular matcha latte and matcha with cream top! We got lucky with parking and seating on a weekday, but seems like it would be difficult otherwise.
Had suchhhhh a yummy matcha. Location is random in a strip mall but it’s so so good. Highly recommend. Super good quality
Restaurantji Recommends
The Einspanner Latte and Matcha Einspanner Lattes are SO smooooth. Highly recommend! We went at around 8:30am on a weekday and were able to find easy parking in the plaza. Service was friendly and quick.
Love the matcha here!
Decent. I got the plain matcha latte, it wasn't very sweet so if you like your matcha on the sweeter side, then the matcha here may not be for you. However, I also tried the strawberry matcha einspanner, it was really good, my partner enjoyed it a lot. The only downside was that the drink was nearly $9. Definitely a place that isn't on the cheaper side, my plain matcha was $6.75. The staff was very friendly, and the lines were long. I went on a Sunday around 1pm and it was about a 10 minute wait in line.
If you love matcha and chocolate, RUN don't walk to Damo to get the chocolate forest drink! Simply epic 👌 strong matcha flavor, not overly sweet and the chocolate cream was everything I wanted 🤤
lovely staff and tasty drinks, but a part of the bamboo from the whisk fell off onto my matcha and scratched the roof of my mouth😅😅
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