If you’re looking for where to buy matcha or searching for a standout matcha café in Seattle, look no further than the city’s newest gem, Taz Matcha Café, located at 410 Stewart Street in Belltown. This stylish new café brings together the sophistication of ceremonial-grade matcha with the edge of Japanese-inspired cocktails, redefining how Seattleites sip and socialize.
A Matcha Lover’s Dream
Taz Matcha Café is more than your average coffee shop. By day, it serves an elegant range of matcha drinks — from iced lattes to premium ceremonial blends. Come evening, it morphs into a trendy cocktail bar offering matcha-infused mixology, including milk punches, fat-washed spirits, and curated small bites.
If you’re a die-hard matcha fan, you’ll appreciate their customizable menu — one that got local food critic @nibbleandslurp raving on Instagram:
“They serve ceremonial grade matcha (ITS STRONG!!) and sweeten it with housemade jasmine syrup or agave! You can really taste the difference in their blends — buttery, nutty, floral, earthy — it’s authentic +! The staff? So welcoming. The experience? SLAY.”
What Makes Taz Unique?
- Customizable Matcha Blends: Choose from Chashi (buttery, smooth) or Chiran (floral, earthy).
- House-Made Syrups: Jasmine or agave sweeteners add a local, artisanal twist.
- Cream Tops & Mid-Drink Customization: Yes, you can level up your matcha halfway through.
- Friendly Staff and Owners: Lee and Phi, the passionate owners, have made community and education a top priority.
Aesthetic, Cozy, and Very Instagram-Worthy
Taz is designed to feel like a mini-retreat in the city. From clean Japanese lines to warm lighting, it’s the kind of place where your photos and your palate will thank you. Whether you’re stopping in solo or meeting friends for cocktails, this spot is meant for lingering.
Where to Buy Matcha That Tastes Authentic
If you’ve ever wondered where to buy matcha in Seattle that actually tastes like what you’d find in Japan, Taz is your answer. With ceremonial-grade matcha sourced straight from Japan, every cup is crafted with precision and love.
Final Sip
Taz Matcha Café is more than a new hangout it’s a cultural bridge between Japanese tradition and Seattle creativity. Whether you’re a first-timer curious about matcha or a matcha snob (like many of us), Taz delivers an experience that’s flavorful, fun, and undeniably Seattle.
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