Matcha has become the talk of the town as Sydneysiders search for the best spots to enjoy its green goodness. There have been countless combinations and unique flavour mashups, but nothing beats the viral Tiktok strawberry matcha that has been popping up on menus around Sydney/Eora.
Complimenting the earthy and bitter taste of matcha with its sweet swirls, strawberry matcha lattes are perfect for both matcha newbies and long-time matcha lovers. Urban List has found the best strawberry matcha lattes, both iced and hot, bitter and sweet, with purée and without, that you should add to your matcha hit list.
Here’s where to find the best strawberry matcha lattes in Sydney.
Bar Nina
85A Stanley Street, Darlinghurst
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Beloved all-day eatery Bar Nina does a brat-green strawberry iced matcha latte that is definitely worth the hype. This pinkity drinkity is an absolute must-try if you’re on the hunt for the best strawberry matcha in Sydney and will only set you back eight bucks, which isn’t too hefty considering this economy.
Up South
249 Bondi Road, Bondi
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Up South has swiftly become Bondi’s most viral cafe, thanks to its mouthwatering crookie (a croissant-cookie fusion) and its renowned iced strawberry matcha. The owner Cherry crafts her own strawberry milk and puree, providing the perfect base for poured-over matcha.
The pistachio matcha latte is also a standout, topped with freshly made matcha cream and a crumbly matcha cookie. We suggest going early to beat the crowds and snag these treats before they sell out.
Another Place
165 Victoria Street, Potts Point
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Another TikTok sensation that has sparked Sydney’s matcha madness is Another Place. For a smooth and creamy strawberry matcha, minus the strawberry seeds, Another Place tops their iced matcha with a house-made strawberry cream.
Another Place has an extensive list of lattes, from colour-changing ghost lattes and iced matcha nutella lattes to an iced matcha forest latte with house-made matcha cream topped with pistachios and almonds. There’s plenty to try with a drink for everyone on the menu.
More
77 Dunning Avenue, Rosebery
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Pour your own iced strawberry matcha latte from a DIY free-flowing matcha tap at More in Rosebery. The cup is generously lined with strawberry syrup, adding a sweet touch that balances the earthiness of the Somage matcha powder. Promise us when we say you’ll be craving more after each sip. We highly recommend pairing it with a pastry and making it part of your daily ritual.
Bar Biscotti
24 George Street, North Strathfield
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Known for its freshly baked goods and all-round good vibes, Bar Biscotti also makes a berry good matcha. With almost more strawbs than tea, Bar Biscotti’s sweet strawberry matcha caters to green goodness newbies wanting a taste of the trend without so much of the earthy flavour. Their rendition is matcha bathed in a silky smooth combo of strawberry puree and strawberry milk. P.S. The peanut matcha latte is also to die for.
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Sabah
Shop 1/52 Carnarvon Street, Silverwater
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Sabah is the ultimate destination for an Insta-worthy sip in Sydney’s west. Their strawberry matcha has the perfect blend of green goodness and strawberry puree, topped with fluffy strawberry foam.
While the strawberry matcha steals the spotlight, Sabah also offers unique iced matcha flavours like peach, mango, ube, and dragon fruit, plus a decadent iced tiramisu cloud coffee that is bound to impress. The cafe itself is absolutely gorgeous, providing an aesthetic backdrop for a drop-in sip or an all-day breakfast or lunch affair.
T Totaler
The Galeries, Ground Floor, 26A, 500 George Street, Sydney CBD
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Located on the ground level of The Galeries, T Totaler is a loose-leaf tea company that provides big-time when it comes to matcha. Their strawberry matcha uses traditionally whisked premium organic Japanese matcha, poured over house-made strawberry milk.
The newest additions to their matcha menu include a blueberry matcha with vanilla bean-infused milk, a refreshing and lightly carbonated matcha yuzu fizz bursting with citrus flavours, and a matcha hot chocolate that tastes as good as it sounds.
Harry’s Bondi
136 Wairoa Avenue, Bondi
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We can’t not mention Harry’s when talking about the best strawberry matcha in Sydney. You’ve most definitely seen the iconic H cans filled with the green and pink elixir floating around on Instagram. Using ceremonial grade matcha and a house-made strawberry coulis, Harry’s strawberry matcha is next level. Their iced mango matcha is a refreshing spin on the green tea classic and is something spesh for seasoned strawberry matcha lovers to try.
Piña By Room Ten
4/29 Orwell Street, Potts Point
Potts Point’s go-to brunch destination Piña By Room Ten does an undeniably yum strawberry matcha that’s worth the hype. Their strawberry jam is likened to Erewhon’s Hailey Bieber strawberry glaze smoothie, hence the $13 price tag. The berry jam adds a touch of sweetness that perfectly balances the matcha’s bitterness, making it an absolute must-try.
Hendry’s Coffee
144-150 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst
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Hendry’s Coffee is one of the newest additions to Darlinghurst’s mega lineup of cozy cafes. Opening in early May, Hendry’s is a must-visit spot for coffee, pastry, sandwiches, and experimental drinks; particularly an iced strawberry matcha. Made with strawberry puree and the finest matcha, this special drink is topped with a thick strawberry cream. Matcha aficionados should also try their magical cloudy matcha, a Hendry’s first, made with coconut water and matcha.
Edition Roasters
Various Locations
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We all know Edition Roasters does great coffee, but have you tried their strawberry matcha yet? The sweetness of real strawberries perfectly balances the bitter matcha taste, creating a mind-blowing mix of flavours. The team uses a high-quality matcha sourced from Uji in Kyoto, so you know you’re getting the best of the best.
Their four locations in Sydney CBD at Wynyard, Darling Square, World Square, and Mid City make it super easy to pick up a matcha on the way to work or as a little break-time treat.
Blackwood Bondi
Shop 3/87-89 Glenayr Avenue, Bondi Beach
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Blackwood Bondi is beloved by both locals and tourists, and for good reason. The sun-soaked cafe sits on the corner of the Seven Ways hub in Bondi, offering a great spot for brunch catchups and people-watching while sipping on one of the best strawberry matcha lattes. A delicious concoction of house-made strawberry jam, green tea matcha and Oatly milk, served on ice, this berry delight is perfect for a morning matcha moment, midday pick-me-up or afternoon treat.
Arms Length
7 Kellett Street, Potts Point
Trendy brunch spot by day and bustling wine bar by night, Arms Length has stepped onto Sydney’s strawberry matcha scene with a bang. Available all seven days of the week, this elite edition is bound to impress with a simple but delicious recipe of strawberry puree, milk and matcha. Pair with a bacon egg roll for a heavenly combo.
Comeco
524A King Street, Newtown
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The strawberry matcha from Comeco is a lead contender for Sydney’s best matcha. The Japanese organic cafe is completely gluten-and-dairy-free and uses only the purest ingredients. Their strawberry matcha uses store-made strawberry jam and organic matcha powder and is best enjoyed with their sourdoughnuts, which are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and come in heaps of flavours.
Cali Press
Various Locations
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Known for its cold-pressed juices and vitamin-rich superfood smoothies, Cali Press also does a mean strawberry matcha for just $7.50. Cali’s take combines matcha, strawberry compote, vanilla, agave and oat milk—basically the perfect recipe.
With 16 locations across Bondi, Manly, Mosman, Coogee, Double Bay, Randwick, Chatswood, North Sydney and Sydney CBD, Cali Press is a convenient spot to grab an iced SM to-go.
Matcha Ya
NW.05/10 Steam Mill Lane, Haymarket
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Located in the heart of Darling Square, Matcha Ya is an authentic Japanese cafe and bar utterly devoted to earthy green goodness. Think matcha lattes, sundaes, parfaits, roll cakes, mochi and more. Their matcha berry latte is a fan favourite that uses high-quality fine matcha powder from Japan sourced by their base manufacturer in Shizuoka. The team frequently returns to Japan to attend tea auctions and bring back the best matcha to Sydney.
La Lune
Shop 1/ 13 George Street, North Strathfield
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Known for its basque cheesecake, loaded sandos and specialty coffee, La Lune also does a banging iced organic berry matcha. La Lune's strawberry cream perfectly balances the matcha flavour and is not too bitter or too sweet.
Matcha fans should also try their matcha cream red bean croissant, overnight organic matcha chia in almond milk and the kouign-amann; a multi-layered pastry filled with matcha cream.
Speedos Cafe
126 Ramsgate Avenue, Bondi
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Speedos Cafe is one of the most Instagrammable cafes in Bondi, so it's no surprise they hopped on the strawberry matcha bandwagon like the rest of us. Serving up both strawberry and pistachio matcha lattes, choose whether you want it hot for a cozy winter morning or on ice for a refreshing brew on a warmer day. We recommend sitting at the window bench overlooking Bondi Beach to watch the surf roll in as you sip on your latte.
Sugar Less Concept
Shop 1, 1-15 Foveaux Street, Surry Hills
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More like a cocktail than a matcha, Sugar Less Concept’s strawberry matcha is truly a work of art. Served in a glass with muddled strawberry puree swirls and earthy matcha flavours, this matcha marvel is one of the prettiest we’ve seen. Pair with Sugar Less Concept's low-sugar baked goods or indulge in brunch favourites.
Ballsy Tea
3/5 Blue Street, North Sydney
Combining matcha with bubble tea and Australian native ingredients, Ballsy Tea is Sydney’s first 100% plant-based boba shop where you can elevate strawberry matcha by adding boba pearls. Using ceremonial uji matcha and real strawberries infused with native strawberry gum, Ballsy Tea’s strawberry matcha will have you craving more with every sip. Located conveniently right near the North Sydney train station, Ballsy Tea overlooks the Harbour Bridge, providing a great sipping spot to try a berry boba matcha.
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