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    4.1 (89 reviews)

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    Crème brûlée matcha
    Venus L.

    Hmmm, I've never had Izumi Matcha before but I've seen enough TikTok videos of people hyping up the creme brûlée matcha drink to know I need to give it a try. The new spot is across the street from Paris Baguette and it's interesting because there's decent amount of space inside but no tables or chairs to sit at so it's more of a take it and go kind of vibe. A few benches outside along the street are available. They have tablets off to the far inside for you to order so don't mistake their counters for ordering, it's strictly for orders to be picked up. I opted for their creme brûlée matcha drink and I thought it was okay, but I wasn't really impressed and there were clumps of cream or matcha in it that threw me off. The modern finishes inside gives it a "don't touch me I'm sterile" kind of vibe as there's not much interaction to be had with the workers except when they call out your name for your order. Overall, I'm interested to come back and try something else but I'm not in a hurry either.

    Lychee matcha, creme brûlée matcha, strawberry matcha
    Amber N.

    I was craving matcha and I know the SJ location is always busy so I wanted to check it. This is my first time getting Izumi. The place is very modern and new. They have two kiosks to order the drinks. There is no place to sit down. It was a Sunday afternoon so it was kinda busy. We waited about 10-15 mins for our orders. I got the creme brûlée matcha and I thought my drink was good but on the sweeter side. My boyfriend got the lychee matcha and it tasted pretty good. It was mostly lychee flavor with a hint of matcha. I definitely wanna try their Yuzi matcha next time!

    Amy K.

    Great new matcha spot in downtown San Mateo! I was really excited to try the crème brûlée matcha swirl they're known for, but when I visited on Wednesday at 11:20 AM, it was already sold out. Instead, I ordered the classic matcha latte and the cheese mousse matcha, and both were delicious. I loved the strength of the matcha flavor. Some places make it too light, but this one had the perfect balance. There is no seating available, so it is more of a grab and go spot, but the space itself is very open and clean. I do wish they added some seating along the sides. Parking is convenient with street parking and a garage right next to the building. It can get very crowded during peak hours, especially on weekends, so it is best to plan ahead.

    matcha with cheese foam
    Veronica S.

    I was super excited to try this place out, but I think I may have ordered the wrong drink. I didn't want anything super sweet so I ordered the matcha latte with cheese foam. Initially the drink was good, but after I got through 25% of it, all I i could taste was watered down matcha. This made me sad because I use the same matcha that they use when I make mine at home, so it was a tad disappointing. Next time I come back, I think i'll try my go-to which is a strawberry matcha latte. My other complaint is that there isn't anywhere to sit inside and enjoy your drink. I think patrons would enjoy this place more if they can sit down and chat with their friends while sipping matcha.

    Creme brûlée matcha
    Aye K.

    Super busy, but they were quite efficient. Friendly service overall. It was easy to order at the kiosk, though we did have to wait in line, which moved fairly quickly. I ordered the creme brûlée matcha, which was more sweet and creamy than matcha forward. I usually prefer drinks that are less sweet with a stronger tea flavor. I wish there was an option to adjust the sweetness, as I think that would make a big difference. Perhaps one of their matcha lattes or other matcha drinks would have a stronger tea taste. I think it is still worth trying if you enjoy sweeter drinks or are looking for more dessert style flavors. I would not recommend the creme brûlée matcha if you are hoping for a strong matcha taste. I guess you could say this place was not quite my cup of tea haha, but it is still worth checking out for yourself.

    Strawberry Matcha latte with oat milk, half sweet
    Rachelle T.

    Found my new go to matcha spot! I don't typically like strawberry matcha, yet I've heard great things about the one here, so I had to try it. I ordered the Strawberry Matcha with oat milk, half sweet, and it was delicious! The strawberry wasn't too overpowering, which made it a perfect blend with the matcha. The matcha wasn't too milky, and you could really taste the matcha! I do wish they had an almond or soy milk option, though. Regardless, solid matcha for $8.

    Honey Matcha
    Nancy C.

    Quick take: Yes, matcha spot! So happy we have an Izumi Matcha in Downtown San Mateo! Walked by the shop after dinner and they were open! Two self serve ordering pads. Orders come out fast. I ordered the honey matcha drink with 2 shots of matcha. I recommend the less ice option. Will try the ice cream next time.

    Matcha latte, crème brûlée Matcha
    Wing C.

    First Time. The drink was very good! I ordered the Matcha Latte. I can taste the good quality of Matcha that they used. Strong but not bitter. Sweetness was perfect. One non-desirable feature is the lack of table and chairs. It looks so awkward with a huge rectangular space right next to the counter. They could have put a few small tables/chairs there. I like the drink but don't like the "cold" and "isolated" concept. That's why I gave only a "3". Food is 5 and Ambiance is 2.

    Stephen D.

    I really enjoyed my matcha here! I ordered the creme brulee matcha which comes in a cool swirling pattern. I thought the creme brulee would be too sweet, but it actually complemented the bitterness of the matcha nicely. The one quip I had about this was that it was a little bit on the icy side. Otherwise, the line moves fast here despite it being crowded, and the matcha flavor was great! There's not much ambiance as it feels like an empty glass box, but I'm sure they're still settling in. Overall a great spot to try a new type of matcha drink!

    Madel R.

    I got the crème brûlée matcha swirl to try, and it was very good! I was a little skeptical because I usually stick with my regular matcha latte with oat milk, but I'm glad I tried something different. The drink was rich, thick, and very flavorful with just the right touch of sweetness. I shared it with my son, and even my husband, who normally doesn't like matcha, tried it and said he thought it was pretty good. I'd honestly compare it to an ice cream because of how creamy and indulgent it was. I'd definitely visit again if I'm in the area. They also sell tins of matcha powder if you're interested in making your own at home. Street parking is available, and there's also a parking structure nearby. The drink was a bit pricey at almost $9, but I understand that it reflects the quality of matcha they use. Just a heads up, there's no seating inside; it's more of a kiosk-style setup where you order and go.

    Elaine G.

    Went during their soft opening There was a line to order at the kiosk. But once you order, the drinks come out pretty quickly as they have a good system step up! I actually like this location more than the south bay ones now for my creme brulee matcha as nothing as clumpy and my matcha was strong and creamy! Ratios were perfect. Their strawberry matcha latte was very good as well! The strawberry mixed in perfectly. My bf tried the yuzu strawberry matcha and it tasted exactly like what is described, however, I will stick to my regular order instead. It was good/refreshing to him though. Space is small like the other locations, but this one is nice, clean, and bright. Parking: street or garage.

    Amia A.

    I'm so glad Izumi Matcha opened a new location in San Mateo, it's much closer to me now, which makes my matcha runs way more convenient! We ordered the crème brûlée matcha and the cheese mousse matcha tea. The crème brûlée tasted exactly how I remember from the first time I tried it. It was smooth, rich, and absolutely delicious. The cheese mousse matcha tea, however, didn't have much of that distinct cheese mousse flavor I was hoping for, so I was a little bummed about that. The interior is very open and clean, giving it a modern and minimal feel. Since ordering is done on iPads, we didn't get much of a service experience, but everything was efficient and easy. Overall, still a solid spot for matcha, especially if you're a fan of their crème brûlée!

    Elaine Y.

    Soft opening? We just passed by and noticed a bunch of people inside. There's no menu up yet but their official sign has been installed. There are two kiosks to order right now and the menu looks similar to the one in Cupertino but they don't have the Hojicha or Sesame variants just yet. I ordered the honey matcha latte with a double shot of matcha (no extra charge right now!). The drink was certainly matcha forward but there were some very fine grains that I could taste. I also wished it was a tad more creamy, it felt a little watery for a latte. Boyfriend got the yuzu matcha and the yuzu definitely masked the matcha almost completely but the drink was pretty refreshing! Also tried my friend's matcha soft serve and the matcha flavor was smooth and the soft serve was creamy. Drinks are about $8 so it's a little more pricy than other tea drinks in San Mateo but if you're looking for matcha specifically, then I think Izumi will win out.

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