Top Matcha Spots in Newcastle You Need to Try

Matcha mad? Known for its calming, feel-good qualities, matcha has become a popular swap for your usual coffee, ideal for unhurried mornings or a gentle afternoon pick-me-up. That said, any true matcha fan will know it’s not always easy to come across a cup that’s made well. From the quality of the powder to the way it’s prepared, it really makes all the difference. So, we’ve put together a guide to some of the top spots in and around Newcastle where matcha is being done right.

Matcha in a can? Yes please. Filto knows how to make a great matcha that’s both delicious and aesthetically pleasing. With plenty of flavours to choose from including original, strawberry, banana bread, cherry blossom, vanilla sea salt, and even white chocolate with either pistachio or raspberry, you’re bound to find a favourite. You can find Filto inside Fenwick, as well as at their store in Sandyford.

Located on Pudding Chare, Sunday Coffee and Kitchen is a lush little café. It’s a super popular spot and perfect for a matcha that deserves a place on your Instagram feed. They serve up flavours like banana bread, strawberry shortcake and raspberry white chocolate, and it’s worth keeping an eye out for their specials too. Not only do they taste great but they’re functional as well, made using authentic whisked matcha from Kyoto. Fun fact: the entire café is pink!

You can find Book Club Coffee inside Newcastle City Library and it’s the perfect spot to grab a matcha if you’re in the city centre. Try flavours such as morning sunshine, cinnamon and brown sugar, blueberry and banana bread. You can also upgrade and get your matcha in a can for just £1 more. Enjoy your drink with a side of people watching, what’s better than that? It’s a hidden gem worth going to, that’s for sure.

Inside the ever-popular Grainger Market you’ll find Rice Kitchen on Alley 4. Their matcha menu serves up incredible flavours such as classic, ube blueberry, rose, strawberry and coconut. Each matcha comes with a sticker featuring a hand drawn illustration, which adds a really nice touch. Add this gorgeous Grainger Market gem to your list for your next matcha fix.

In Jesmond you’ll find One Kitchen and Social, home to some fantastic matcha creations. You can try flavours ranging from cherry blossom, strawberry cheesecake and biscoff to caramelised brown butter, spiced banana bread, pistachio and white chocolate, plus a kinder bueno matcha. It’s a super popular spot serving up seriously good-looking matcha.

Another Jesmond gem is Local. They serve classic matcha alongside creative flavours like white chocolate, toasted vanilla, banana bread, salted maple and cherry. Their focus is on simple, well-made drinks using quality ingredients, which makes it a go-to for a reliable matcha fix.. Grab your drink and settle into their cosy courtyard, a tucked-away spot that feels miles from the city despite being right in the heart of Jesmond.

Tsujiri is a dream stop for any matcha fan. Their lattes are made using ceremonial-grade Uji matcha, giving each cup a deep, smooth flavour with that signature umami finish. If you’re after something a little different, the Yuzu O-Matcha blends earthy matcha with bright, citrusy yuzu for a refreshing twist that really wakes up the palate. Whether you’re already obsessed with matcha or just starting to explore it, Tsujiri offers an real authentic Japanese tea experience. Find it on St Andrew's Street in Newcastle.

Matcha on top? At Neighbourhood, that’s exactly what you’ll get. Order their matcha and watch it poured fresh straight into your cup. It’s a simple classic made with oat milk, letting the smooth, earthy flavour of the matcha really shine through. You can find Neighbourhood on St Mary’s Terrace.