The matcha creme brûlée is hands down my favorite drink here.The creme brûlée part really has a strong matcha flavor. The strawberry yuzu matcha is a little on the sweet side but still had a strong matcha taste, would probably get it without the strawberry next time. The shop is pretty bare, no seating whatsoever and you order at the self service kiosk. read more

Izumi Matcha - matcha creme brûlée - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Matcha is everywhere now, and I do mean every-where! So this is another matcha place, close to work so my coworkers come here often. Their fresh dragonfruit juice is also good, I get that too sometimes. Surprisingly fast, and the match here is not watery and is good quality. read more

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First time trying Izumi Matcha and going into the place, I was confused where the line was or how to order until another customer told me where to order. Going to this location you go in and turn to the right, there will be two tablets where you can order from. The wait was not long, I ordered the creme brûlée matcha drink. The drink was delicious, highly recommend trying it out. read more

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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. read more

Izumi Matcha - Crème brûlée matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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! read more

Izumi Matcha - Lychee matcha, creme brûlée matcha, strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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. read more

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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. read more

Izumi Matcha - matcha with cheese foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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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. read more

Izumi Matcha - Creme brûlée matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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. read more

Izumi Matcha - Strawberry Matcha latte with oat milk, half sweet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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. read more

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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. read more

Izumi Matcha - Matcha latte, crème brûlée Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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! read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Oooops don't make the mistake I did and order the crème brûlée matcha AND a soft serve!! I thought something about it would be crème brûlée - but it actually just tastes like drinkable ice cream?? It has similar consistency to the soft serve so I felt like these two items were way too similar- definitely try something else next time read more

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. read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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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. read more

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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! read more

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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. read more

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Can't believe I don't have to go to Cupertino anymore! I was super excited they're in San Mateo, my neck of the hood. I love the Brûlée Matcha. You do have to really mix them well before drinking. Since they're just opening, the inside didn't really have anything yet. But it is clean. They have two kiosks to order from. Usually a line during the weekend but definitely worth the wait. read more

Izumi Matcha - Inside - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I was so excited to see that Izumi is opened even though they're still in soft opening. The green color in the matcha was very promising but maybe went on a bad day because it was way too sweet for me where the sweetener masked the taste of the actual matcha. I was quite disappointed that maybe they also don't really hand whisk per order since my latte came out wi the in minutes of ordering which caught me by surprised. read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I was so happy to hear that an Izumi Matcha opened a location near my work! I got the Creme Brulee Swirl, which is my typical order at the San Jose store, and it was just as good as I remember it. But it's pretty sweet (you can't adjust the sweetness level) and heavy on the stomach so I would recommend either coming with an empty stomach or sharing with somebody LOL. Since it was a soft opening, there's no menu up yet and is just a counter and 2 tablets to place your order. After ordering, I got my drink within a few minutes so A+ for service. I'm excited to add this to my list of places to go for my weekly match runs! read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I had the experience of stopping here during the pre-open and once everything was fully operational. I appreciate that this place is the dedicated matcha spot in Downtown San Mateo. Service is relatively fast. You order from a kiosk, and the team prepares your drink. I think one thing that sets this place apart from other match spots is the design inside the cup. The team spends time creating a custom swirl inside the cup before the drink is poured and it enhances the aesthetic of the drink. I ordered the Yuzu Matcha and it was good. I wasn't blown away but it was good enough to make me want to come back and try another drink. Many of the drinks I wanted to try were sold out. Maybe they are still working out some of the drinks since it is new. Overall, I would return. read more

Izumi Matcha - Yuzu Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

best soft serve for hojicha! matcha hojicha swirl is my go-to. weekend wait can be long so weekdays are much more calm and quick if you can come on a weekday. They are closed on Tuesdays as well. read more

Izumi Matcha - matcha on display 2 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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The newest Izumi matcha store has opened in downtown San Mateo. Although it's not a particularly large store, it is a comfortable size. The high ceiling gives it an airy feel, but it can get a bit noisy with people talking. While there is no seating available, you can stand inside to enjoy your drink. This location features two touch screens for ordering, compared to just one at the Cupertino store. A notable advantage of this new store is the significantly shorter waiting time. I ordered a Strawberry Matcha Double Shot, and it was prepared quickly. The taste was just as good as at the Cupertino location, not overly sweet and quite satisfying. Now, I don't have to drive far to enjoy my favorite matcha. read more

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Ordering is through a kiosk. Ordered the crème brûlée matcha with cheese foam. There was no option to change sweetness level or size, so be prepared to feel like you're drinking a dessert. It is very sweet. I usually order 50% sweetness and this felt like 200%. The matcha flavor is strong. It's thick and sweet, like drinking an ice cream through a straw (it's thicker than a milkshake) I think if this is your first time coming, go with a traditional matcha to appreciate the flavors. read more

Izumi Matcha - Crème brûlée matcha latte with cheese foam - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Yesss! It's finally here and open! Whenever I'm in Cupertino, it's obligatory I make a stop at Izumi. They serve excellent, high quality matcha drinks and ice cream. And now, they're even closer. The setup is very efficient, you queue up in line and order at one of the two kiosks and your drink will be ready in 5 mins. The staff has the entire process down and very precise. I came a few times already and never waited for more than 5 mins for my order. The wait to order varies, anywhere from 10-20 mins. Really excited SM has a matcha spot now :) read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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This has to be the best tasting matcha latte I've had in the states. I would absolutely come back. They were quick and efficient with making drinks too. You do order at a kiosk which has its downsides but they had enough workers that we were able to ask questions. They recommended some matcha powder to make lattes at home which was also delicious. The inside is pretty sterile but there's a lot of space and it feels clean. Overall, def coming here for my matcha fix. read more

Izumi Matcha - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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My favorite matcha place landed in San Mateo! Based on first visit, the staff here are getting ramped up on the rhythm of business here still. I noticed a lot of matcha swirl cups being prepare during visit. Keep up the great drinks and soft serve. read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Came here since i was craving their matcha drink. You order from their kiosk machine. Theres only two. It can be confusing whether people are ordering especially those who are waiting for their drinks since this place isnt super big. Got their Creme Brulee Matcha drink. Can't really taste the creme brulee much,very light, mostly matcha flavor. But the drink was still yummy and good. Cost about 8.75. Kinda pricy for their drink. they do make their drink quick despite being busy. read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

My favorite matcha place and I am so happy they're in San Mateo now! I've been here 3-4 times now and only when they first open was it a long line, the other times it was decent or even no line. Their matcha is so smooth, I love their creme brulee for a sweet treat, their honey matcha latte is my go to. We recently tried their lychee matcha and strawberry yuzu matcha and both were so refreshing and so much lighter than milk versions! The strawberry bits were delicious and did not taste artifical. I usually only do matcha lattes, but trying these might have changed my opinion! I will definitely get these when it's hot and I want something more light. read more

Izumi Matcha - Strawberry Yuzu Matcha and Lychee Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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This is the best Izumi Matcha location in the Bay. Huge plus for having TWO kiosks! The other locations need to learn from this new one! There was a line but the wait wasn't too bad. We waited about 15 minutes from the time we stepped in until our drinks were ready. And the drinks came out quickly! The only downside is parking but we were fortunate to have found parking right in front. We thoroughly enjoyed our drinks: matcha crème brûlée and matcha with salted foam. read more

Izumi Matcha - Matcha crème brûlée - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

I have been to the Cupertino location a couple of times and am happy they opened one in San Mateo! They aren't "officially" open but open for business. Matcha latte - so smooth and has a nice level of sweetness. It is not overpowering. They sweeten it with honey. I usually like to add cream cheese foam as a topper. Brûlée Matcha - one of their popular drinks! This is more of a "slush" texture. Very creamy and nice sweetness. It reminds me a matcha custard swirl! The line here isn't as long as the Cupertino location and the drinks came out quick after I ordered. I would definitely recommend this if you're looking for quality matcha drink. This is not your typical "ceremonial" matcha. They use Marukyu Koyamarn and also sell them at market price. read more

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I'm happy they opened a spot in San Mateo! So far I've gotten the Matcha Crème Brûlée and Strawberry Matcha. Service is good but they only have two kiosks for ordering. It can get really busy at times. It's been open for a few months but still looks new. There's no tables or seats inside. They can definitely fit a few sit-down tables or standing table. It looks empty so I hope they decorate it and fill it soon. read more

Izumi Matcha - Matcha Crème Brûlée and Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

The creme brulee matcha drink is good. There's the usual matcha bitterness, coupled with creamy chunks of creme brulee. It's not overly sweet either, despite what you might expect out of a drink with creme brulee. When this place first opened, the matcha flavor was nice and bold. Maybe the servers were using more matcha powder than they were supposed to, but as other reviewers have noticed, it feels like they've softened up on the matcha powder recently. I also see them using pre-made creme brulee matcha mix from a fridge that's poured into a cup with pre-made swirls too - which isn't necessarily a bad thing (from a speed perspective, it helps with getting orders done faster) - but it was a funny observation after a friend thought it was hand-swirled and was mistakenly impressed. I'm not sure if they're still decorating the space, but it looks half-done. There are no seats or tables, so all drinks are to-go. Also, an important note: There are two computer kiosks from which to place your order. One kiosk is right by the door and sometimes forms a line, blocking the view of the second empty kiosk. read more

Good matcha spot with high quality matcha- but it wouldn't be my go to matcha spot. Service was pretty quick. So no complaints there. What I do think is missing is a sitting area as there is none and people are all kinda just standing around waiting for their drink. Maybe a sitting area just isn't their vibe but it would be nice. I personally think their matcha is a bit too bitter for my taste. I ordered the crème brûlée matcha thinking the cream brûlée of it would be the plain flavor but if I'm not wrong, it was also matcha flavored. And while I don't think you can ever have too much matcha, this might be the exception. It just wasn't for me. Also I feel like I kept getting chunks of matcha powder in my straw which also wasn't the best experience. Overall a 2.5/5 drink. read more

This place is pretty good. You pay $6 for a smaller swirl but the flavor is pretty good. I toggle between a 3 and 4 because it feels a little icey for me. You use a touch pad to order and it is still a newer place so not much interaction. The place is pretty clean. Would I come back? Not necessarily. Although the flavor was good, not sure I crave it enough to come back. Maybe some toppings would be nice! read more

Izumi Matcha - Hojicha and matcha swirl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

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I met my friend here for an afternoon drink. It was my first time trying it. There was a bit of a line when I got there and I don't think their system is that great. The line stretches past the door when it gets busy and blocks foot traffic. Also there are 2 kiosks but with everyone waiting for their drinks, it is hard to tell. Strawberry matcha latte (4/5): I liked the amount of sweetness. It seemed fine with the matcha. It was only 1 pm and they were sold out of a lot of things. I would've like to try the lychee matcha instead. They just recently opened so maybe they're still in the startup phases. There isn't any seating inside but there are benches outside. read more

My wish came true! Finally an Izumi matcha close to me! Rather dangerous though, because now I know I don't have to drive all the way to Cupertino. Of course I went for the matcha creme brule, and of course it was just as good as the Cupertino location! I got super lucky as I visited a few weeks ago during the weekday and there was no line at all. It's located in the heart of downtown San Mateo so expect parking to be tough during high traffic times. They have ordering pads and the space itself is very modern and open with high ceilings. They have a rewards program too! read more

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bleh. it was too grainy and too sweet. but ik they just opened so i feel like i need to give it another chance. also the matcha quality itself is good, i think i got a batch that maybe wasn't mixed well hence the graininess? also, i don't usually like sweet things, like my go to order is an iced matcha latte w oat milk and ZERO sugar (or 25% honey). but if u like it sweet then i think this could be good for u! read more

Izumi Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

I really wanted to love the matcha soft serve here, but it was a massive letdown. Instead of being smooth and creamy, the texture was clumpy and incredibly chalky. It felt like the matcha powder wasn't whisked or integrated properly, leaving me with dry, gritty chunks in every other bite. Matcha is supposed to be earthy, but this just tasted like unmixed powder. For the price, I expected a much higher quality; I ended up throwing it away. Definitely wouldn't recommend if you're looking for a refined dessert--this one missed the mark. read more

Izumi Matcha - Matcha soft serve - Coffee & Tea Near Me - San Mateo, California

Izumi Matcha made it to San Mateo! was in the area and had to come get my saturday matcha drink :D My usual spot is in Cupertino, and I usually get honey matcha latte or the hojicha, but they were pretty busy today and the hojicha was sold out, so opted to try something new. I ended up getting matcha yuzu strawberry, and this was surprisingly super refreshing! You can kind of taste the matcha, but I loved they yuzu and strawberry combo, it wasnt super bitter, but sweet and refreshing! I would def get this drink again the sweetness level was perfect. they have 2 kiosks you order from, i will say though, the start of the line gets confusing because of the way the kiosks are laid out, i had 3 people cut because they didn't know where the end of the line was. I do wish they had a menu on the wall so that we can all see the drinks beforehand because people end up spending more time at the kiosks trying to figure out what drinks to get read more