Matcha Cafe Maiko

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About Matcha Cafe Maiko

Matcha Cafe Maiko is a welcoming haven for matcha enthusiasts and dessert lovers. The cozy cafe in Kearny Mesa, San Diego, offers a delightful atmosphere and tempting treats crafted with care. The menu features premium ingredients and authentic flavors. The cafe's famous matcha and ube mixed soft serve is a highlight, with smooth and rich flavors that appeal to many. The tempura snack, including flawlessly fried shrimp, is also a standout. The cafe’s commitment to authenticity and quality is evident in its sourcing of premium matcha from Uji, Japan. The use of ceremonial grade matcha sets this place apart, with the quality being smooth, vibrant, and complex. Service is attentive and efficient, even when the cafe gets busy with college students and visitors. Customers often enjoy the tasty matcha ice cream, recommending ordering both a cup and a cone to share. The drinks have received praise for their refreshing taste, and many visitors become fans after trying them multiple times. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, filled with young people relaxing and enjoying themselves. The owner’s kindness and passion shine through in every interaction, enhancing the experience. The food, including bread and snacks, is tasty and kid-friendly, with some customers preferring the bread here over their own dinner. The menu and ambiance are fantastic, with many customers saying it’s a rare gem. Overall, Matcha Cafe Maiko remains a popular spot for matcha fans and dessert lovers alike, offering authentic Asian desserts with depth and sophistication.

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Matcha Cafe Maiko Reviews

4.4
205 ratings
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Food
4.3
Atmosphere
3.9
Service
4.0

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Soft serve was excellent. We got the matcha and pineapple. The pineapple was surprisingly awesome. The waffle was overdone though.
A pretty cool, straightforward matcha cafe in Kearny Mesa next to Brothers Mexican and Chaba Thai Kitchen. When you enter, you’re hit with the cool A/C, medium-loud contemporary music playlist, and a usually vacant interior filled with small tables. You order at the kiosks in the front right of the store next to the counter. It’s pretty much self-service matcha.

I’ve only had the matcha latte and the matcha tea. Both are really tasty, smooth, and reasonably...read full review
Got the tiramisu Matcha and Oreo Matcha, soooo GOOD! The matcha is so flavorful and the customer service was the best! My new go to matcha place now! 🤭

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Hours

Monday 11AM - 10PM
Tuesday 11AM - 10PM
Wednesday 11AM - 10PM
Thursday 11AM - 11PM
Friday 11AM - 11PM
Saturday 11AM - 11PM
Sunday 11AM - 10PM
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