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I love a matcha shop!!! Super packed but quick service. Saw some people doing work and some chatting with friends. There appears to be outlets and free WiFi. They have classic matcha lattes and great fruity flavor combinations and seems very authentic!
Went in with high expectations, but it was just alright. The staff was friendly and made our drinks pretty quick. The interior was cute, perfect for working or catching up with a friend. The azuki matcha was a dud. It was missing the earthiness and sweetness of the azuki bean. Instead, it just tasted like chunky matcha. The black sesame latte was sweeter than expected. It was still pretty good, but I just feel like I would've gotten sick had I finished the whole thing. I would probably just try the strawberry matcha latte next time.
Friend recommended this place! I ordered the strawberry matcha, bc staff said that was a must try/ most popular, and friend ordered the hojicha latte. I haven't had enough strawberry matchas in my life, but this was indeed a very delicious strawberry matcha. The matcha flavor is there and the strawberry jam is sweet and not overly thick. I think the drink itself was rlly good, but ive def had stronger matchas. I took a sip of the hojicha and it was also rlly good and refreshing. You can def taste the hojicha flavor! The store is quite small and can get super packed and busy, but there are some seats to sit at! Staff were super friendly!! If it's within vicinity of wherever im at, id def stop to get a drink again.
I came here today to experience local matcha from Kijitora, a local matcha place that was all about cats! Everything was cat They had a lot of merchandise dedicated to cats! The tote bags were so cute but they were kind of pricey in my opinion. A standard beige Kijitora bag was priced for $30 each! They had several designs for sale. I was just busy checking out the cool cat merchandise while I was waiting in the long line to purchase the matcha drinks. The line was exceptionally long! It was worth the hype though! When I was my turn, I got an iced strawberry matcha latte and an iced mango matcha latte. It was so pretty when I got them. The mango and strawberry paste were sitting at the bottom of the matcha latte. I had to stir and mix the fruits with the whole drink. Surprisingly it was not sweet at all and was just right! They made it in a way that wanted you to crave more of it. It was very addicting. I did not get onigiris this time but will be sure to get some next time I'm here. They were just $4 each for miso salmon, tuna mayo, mentaiko cod roe, sukiyaki beef, and chashu pork. What a decent price for one onigiri! I would definitely be sure to get the miso salmon next time I'm here. The place was very cute with nice little tables for individuals. The place was very cozy with lots of sunlight coming in. Very modern with plants all around. It was so loud with people talking over each other. There were too many people on a Sunday afternoon so I had to walk around or cut through people to get my way. It was that crowded. I also didn't expect this place to be on the second floor and the stairs to be that steep. It was hectic carrying my stroller upstairs. Luckily someone helped me get down! The stairs are very narrow so I had to hold onto the rail. It was not ergonomically friendly at all.
RATING: 4.5/5 | Came on a Saturday late afternoon and it was busy! The line moves, thankfully. It's relatively spacious for a cafe, but there's minimal seating. There is some counter space, but mainly for standing purposes. I ordered a standard Iced Matcha Latte with Oat Milk ($7.35) and my friend got her usual Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte ($8). Docking 1/2 point bc the matcha is pre-made. I'm a fan of the whisking process bc I do believe there's a craft to matcha overall. Surprisingly, my drink tasted fine and my bev was a good color, so I was pleasantly happy. We waited less than 10 min for a table to open up, but you have to be there at the right time, otherwise you prob just grab your drink + go. Overall, glad I tried Kijitora. It's not my first matcha choice, but it was decent for a standard matcha latte. Their specialty matcha drinks look to have mixed reviews, but I'm personally not a fan of sweet drinks.
Very yummy matcha. Store is super small though. And it's kind of disorganized in there when you wait for your order. Wish they would just call out the numbers on the receipt they give you. Matcha was pretty good but was not amazing.
Stumbled onto this café while walking around the neighborhood with my wife. At 3 in the afternoon, on a Saturday- it was packed. The line is what drew our curiosity. It was rather warm today, so an Iced anything sounded great. The café is tucked away in the middle of the block. The line moves fast and the staff is efficient pumping our orders without having the cafe get overly crowded. I got the iced strawberry match latte. The strawberry was a nice sweetener to the match. It blended well with the earthyness of the match. The latter was overall a nice refreshing drink. Dont expect to sit. Go in, know what you want, and keep it moving. On the day like today, with the crowd, you can't expect to peruse though the little café. They had some cute cat merch. As I glanced quickly while people piled up behind me before I made my order.
10/10 best match i had in NYC! There was so much strawberry and it was sweet and fresh, i loved it!
Really cute cafe! The baristas were super sweet and quick to make the drinks. I ordered an iced strawberry matcha with soy milk (i believe they have almond, oat, and soy as alt. milks), and 2 black pour over coffees. The matcha was so flavorful and not overly sweet. So creamy and such a nice fresh strawberry purée was used at the bottom of the cup. The pour over coffee had such a robust flavor without being too bitter. Definitely one of my favorite roasts i've tried. I'll be back to try the Kuwacha Latte.
Store was packed when I arrived, it was on a Saturday around 3:30pm-ish. There were a bench and couple of tables and chairs. I ordered iced azuki red bean matcha latte with oat milk. The top of the drink was pretty cute! Honestly, I couldn't really taste the matcha because the taste was over powered by the red bean. Overall the drink is not bad if you like red bean! We were hoping to sit down a bit to enjoy the drink for a while but all the seats were already occupied. We were almost finished with our drinks by the time we got seats. Right now they have a hello kitty collab, they also sell stickers, mini blind boxes figures and other merch.
Are you serious this store is sooo freaking cute. Their matcha drinks are sooo good I really love the red bean with matcha ( it was so rich and yummy whoever thought of this is a genius) get a drink here and walk around the cute neighborhood
Very small but very cute coffee and matcha shop, tucked away in a spot that's easy to walk past if you're not looking for it. What I loved right away was that they sell fun merchandise like stickers and also feature work from local artists. It makes the place feel more community-driven, and you get the sense that it's about more than just drinks. I went on a gloomy morning and ordered an iced matcha latte with vanilla and whole milk, while my friend ordered an iced strawberry matcha latte with oat milk. Both drinks looked beautiful -- the colors were vibrant and layered, and visually they definitely gave the impression of high-quality matcha. Unfortunately, taste-wise, we were both underwhelmed. My drink tasted mostly like vanilla milk with no noticeable matcha flavor coming through. My friend's drink was the same situation -- it was basically strawberry milk. Now, in the bigger picture, that's not a bad flavor to drink, but when you're specifically ordering matcha lattes, you expect the matcha to be the star. It's possible other drinks on the menu might deliver better balance, but at least for these two, it missed the mark. Even so, I do like that this shop is small, local, and creative with their café space. Supporting local businesses -- especially ones that support artists -- is always a plus in my book. I'd come back to browse their merchandise or maybe try a different drink, but I wouldn't get another matcha here.
Really good quality matcha! There was quite a line when we arrived at Kijitora on the weekend, but it moved rather quickly. The matcha here is amazing and top tier quality. I ordered a Matcha Latte with oatmilk, unsweetened. I definitely should've opted for a sweetener because that's my personal preference, but even without it, the matcha was really good. If I could go back, I'd probably order the Strawberry Matcha Latte instead. I also tried the Dirty Black Sesame Latte with white chocolate which was fantastic! And I tried the Miso Mocha which was not so great. In theory, this drink sounded so good. Unfortunately, the drink was not balanced and the miso was so strong that the drink tasted way too savory. If the balance was better and the drink had more mocha and sweetness (and much less miso), I think this could've been way more enjoyable. My friend described it as drinking cold miso soup. Two hits and one miss! Overall, really good matcha.
7 months ago
not going to lie, i used to not be the biggest fan. It's one of those places that was viral on social media, and the quality wasn't the best. but i feel like they really worked on the quality of their matchas and now it's one of my go-to spots -- especially for the strawberry matcha. warning in the summers they usually have a long line! read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Came by on a Wednesday morning for a hoji (hojicha) latte. It's connected to an apparel store that opens later in the day. Super cute space without a lot of seating. There is a counter by the window if you want to sit. The hoji latte was great. The milk foam was hojicha flavored as well. The first hit of the foam was amazing. The hojicha was strong and really just woke you up. The cup holder is cute as it has a stamp of their logo. This part of town is relatively quite in the morning. Not much foot traffic, but that could be different in the afternoon. A very good cafe for a hojicha latte. read more
Cute little cafe on Driggs that flows into a boutique. A friend had been wanting to try it out and as a Japanese cafe lover of course I had to tag along. It's very small so mostly to-go but as it's summer they have a few outdoor tables which we indulged in. They have the typical coffees and also a large variety of teas (including matcha). In addition, they had so many fun unique beverages. Only one person was working behind the counter but she was very helpful and kind, clearly making each drink with care. I was in the mood for something special and opted for the iced tiramisu latte which was delicious. Not too sweet (one of the best compliments) and with a very thin layer of frothed mascarpone at the top. I was worried it would be too heavy or sweet but it was just right. Had a taste of my friend's pear cold brew spritz which was also fire. I love a good walk to a cafe so you already know I'll be back. read more
2 years ago
I'm usually very picky when it comes to any matcha drinks especially it's in the states, because it never comes close to the ones in Japan. Now, I haven't tried any other items from Kijitora, but their Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (with oat milk) is a MUST! What a way to unwind after a stressful work week! Happy Kijitora, everyone! read more
The hype here is real and deservingly warranted. Although it's around the corner from the busy Driggs Ave, you can easily spot it because of the people going in and out. It was bustling inside the small space. They sold cute trinkets placed along the right wall. It was fun to look at while waiting to place our order. We got the Strawberry Matcha and Hojicha Latte - both iced. We thought both drinks were stellar! The Strawberry Matcha was fruity and lightly sweetened. They mashed the strawberries really well - we gave the drink a few swerve with the wrist so it wasn't mixed all that well but I wasn't eating huge chunks of strawberries. Basically it wasn't awkward to drink. The Hojicha Latte had deep roasted green tea flavor. If you prefer the taste of tea then this is the one to get. I know I will be when I return! read more
2 years ago
I've been a fan of matcha for years and I'm always looking for a good matcha latte. Tik Tok says this place has the best matcha latte so I had to check it out haha. I ordered the strawberry matcha latte and my friend ordered the matcha peach fizz. I can see why this place was viral on Tik Tok. The matcha was not bitter and definitely high quality. The strawberry tasted fresh and not too sweet. Thanks Tik Tok, surprisingly you have not let me down. It was worth the trek to Williamsburg. The cafe itself was cute with the cat theme. I would definitely come back! I need to check out the East side location since it has food (cat shaped grilled cheese and onigiri). read more
2 years ago
Walked here on a nice Saturday morning to try out a latte flavor that I hadn't had before. They had some seasonal drinks as well, so I asked the barista what they recommended and I ended up with the drink I originally wanted -- the dirty black sesame latte. The cafe itself is pretty small, they kind of share the space with another shop so it might be a bit confusing to find the entrance. Luckily when I arrived, there wasn't really a line, but by the time I finished ordering, there was a line out the door. It took about 5-10 minutes for my drink to be made. They don't have indoor seating but there are some spots outside. Seems more of a grab and go spot, but very very cute. read more
Strawberry felt fresh! Kind of small and tight area but there's some seating out from. My drink was ready pretty fast (~5 minutes) but my friend who ordered the black sesame latte had hers take a little longer. I also liked my drink more than hers. read more
1 year ago
matcha 8/10 service 6/10 ambiance/baddies:6/10 matcha was really good maybe even a 9 but the service was not the best they barely spoke to me sobhad to deduct some points cool little spot tho! also could have used a little more ice as well read more
3 years ago
Saw a sign for this café when we were walking around. The drinks looked unique that we decided to try it out! The place was a small café with seating outside. It has cool stickers and cards that you can buy. 1. Black Sesame Latte (10/10): This was AMAZING. It tasted exactly like black sesame with a little bit of sweetness. It was nutty and blended well. I would definitely get this again. 2. Iced Strawberry Matcha Latte (10/10): This was really really good. It was also not too sweet and the strawberry paired perfectly with it. The service was quick and easy. They were friendly. I would definitely go back! read more
This coffee shop is so cute! So much more than just a clothing store. Got my usual cold brow. Strong and smooth just like i like it. They have a couple of tables out front if you looking to sit down, but not the type of coffee shop you're looking to camp out at. Definitely a grab and go place. read more
1 year ago
Strawberry matcha was so worth the hype. Cute spot, hard to avoid a wait if you go on the weekends read more
Really cute, small cafe located inside a boutique clothing shop. They have two small seats inside and around 5 small tables outdoors. More for the vibes, less for the work. Kijitora serves a variety of Japanese themed coffee and tea drinks. Their menu is half comprised of tea lattes (which I'm dying to come back to try) and standard espresso drinks. Their $3.5 pourover definitely caught my eye too, as most pourovers easily run over $7. The cold brew tea is refreshing and light, although a bit small for $4.50. I also had the iced tiramisu latte (very expensive :( ). It reminds me of a thicker, creamier shakerato with cocoa powder dusted on the top. If you have a dog, they also have free treats. I saw a frenchie refuse to continue walking outside until he got one. read more
The strawberry matcha latte was SO GOOD. You are paying the hefty $8 for a latte, but every sip gave me joy. I think I did go at a less busy time, but the wait wasn't too bad for how hyped this place is. There's no seating though. read more
2 years ago
I've been on the hunt for some good iced matcha lattes and Kijitora does it very well! Their matcha is ceremonial grade which means you're getting the best quality matcha. Their matcha latte was very smooth and I asked for it to be sweetened and they got it just right! Service was also very fast which I appreciated. read more
My friend was raving about this being an incredible matcha place, and she was not wrong. We waited a pretty long time, so that's how you know that it's a popular spot. We each ordered the strawberry matcha, and it was SO delicious. Very creamy and sweet but incredibly well balanced. You can tell that they use very high quality matcha. I highly recommend but will note that they don't really have any seating besides a few chairs outside. read more
11 months ago
2 years ago
It's hard to find good matcha in NYC tbh, because a lot of it is either too bitter or too fake and sweet. However, kijitora has really good matcha, and the best matcha in nyc! The matcha is not too bitter/stringent and blends perfectly with the strawberry. I like the strawberry matcha more than the kijitora east mango one tbh. The strawberry is real and they add the perfect amount so you can still taste the matcha. It's pricey at $9 a cup but gotta treat yourself sometimes ya know :') . Store is small and limited outside seating. read more
11 months ago
This place is adorable, with quick service& the BEST matcha I've ever had in my life. I drank mine so fast I wanted to stop back in and get another one. The little stickers and tote bags that the coffee shop were selling were also adorable. Love love love read more
1 year ago
Fizz was well balanced between matcha and peach flavor, line to order was quite long but moves quicker than expected, we only waited 5-10 mins after ordering before getting our drinks read more
2 years ago
A hole-in-the-wall spot serving up what is my favorite matcha in the city -- simply obsessed with this place! It's a cozy spot located in the heart of Williamsburg, just a stone's throw from the Bedford Ave L stop. I got the Strawberry Matcha Latte and loved it -- the matcha was so good and the strawberry puree at the bottom added the perfect sweet touch. read more
1 year ago
this shop is super small inside but service was quick. got the strawberry matcha latte and the strawberry puree tasted like it was made from real strawberries. the matcha flavor was pretty strong as well. loved this matcha! read more
3 years ago
Cute place very cozy not much room to sit BE CAREFUL w the tiramisu latte and don't inhale the powder when you go to sip lol read more
2 years ago
Saw this place on my instagram and decided to give it a try! The cafe was a bit small with a few tables outside. I got the iced strawberry matcha latte and my boyfriend got the yuzu ginger fizz. The yuzu ginger fizz was very refreshing on a hot day. The matcha latte was perfectly sweetened and I liked it a lot! It had quite a strong strawberry flavor which I didn't mind but it overshadowed the matcha flavor a little. I will probably try the regular matcha latte instead next time. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Cute shop, but the matcha is soo overhyped. The price doesn't match the quality, meaning for what I'm paying I didn't expect premade matcha concentrate. I asked for less ice because it was freezing outside and my drink came like this. I get that if they add more milk it would mess with the ratio, but still. The line can get long and I definitely don't think it's worth waiting for. It's not bad compared to other places, but to say this is the "best matcha" is an overstatement. read more
2 years ago
Enjoyed a cold Sakura milk tea and a hot Sakura milk tea with oat milk. I liked that it was a caffeine free option. The place has two seats inside and two tables outside. There are cute stickers and dog and cat themed items for purchase. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Was super excited to try this cute matcha spot while visiting NYC with my bf! We stumbled upon Kijitora while walking near our hotel. Upon looking at the reviews, the color of the matcha was nice and vibrant :) however, I ordered a matcha latte and it straight up just tasted like milk :( Cute for the vibes and aesthetics, but unfortunately the drinks were mid read more
6 months ago
A big line here late on a Sunday afternoon so I figured they would be good! My iced strawberry matcha was delicious, definitely will go back if I'm in Williamsburg! Only downside is they don't have a seating so would recommend going on a nice day if you don't live in the area. read more
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