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    3.2 (58 reviews)

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    Matcha Mont Blanc Softserve $10.11 can you see the hollow space in the middle??
    Cathrin P C.

    Matcha Ren is located in the middle of the mall and with all the hype around matcha everywhereso of course we also fell for this... what I don't like about a lot of these dessert type of places now is there is literally zero human interaction. There is only one kiosk to order from so the wait can be long. What's even more annoying is that when they're done with your order, they just leave it at the counter for pick up and don't even bother calling out the number -- how lazy can you get?? Anybody can just come up and grab your order. I also didn't get a text that my order was ready! C'mon and you're asking me to tip you? For what... Matcha Mont Blanc Softserve $10.11 with tax included. We saw this spaghetti matcha on TikTok but in actuality, I don't understand how this adds to the overall flavor of the dessert. Also they swirl the soft serve around the edge of the cup so that the middle is actually hollow -- so basically you get less for what you paid -- thumbs down

    Hojicha latte
    Han-Nha T.

    Pretty great flavor and fair price, just extremely busy. Line moves fast, but due to sheer amount of people, the wait was about 15 minutes. Big cups and good quality ingredients. I think I'd come back.

    Geminyna J.

    Opening weekend was amazing. Long anticipated Matcha Ren opening close to home, sparing us the 70-mile round trip to their San Jose location. The kiosk is no-frills and easy to spot in the center of the mall by the fountain (formerly their sister spot, Mochill). But every visit since has gone downhill from the lack of service by the monotone, resting-betch faces at the register and pickup counter to the slipping quality & shrinking portions. The drinks barely taste like matcha now, and the soft serve is hella skimpy. I'm so sad. Has it just been three off visits? Should we give them a fourth try? At this point, I'm not sure the prices justify another chance rn. Might have to head back to San Jose where their flavors, quality, and portions remain consistent for years.

    Strawberry Daifuku
    Meriya S.

    It was my first time walking around this area, and I was in the mood to try something matcha-based. This shop immediately caught my eye--the desserts looked beautiful and very tempting. I decided to try the Strawberry Mont Blanc Parfait ($10) and a Strawberry Daifuku ($4.80). The staff let me know that they were out of whipped cream, so they substituted custard instead, which I appreciated them explaining upfront. When the parfait was placed on the counter, it accidentally tipped over, so it didn't look as pretty as expected (you can see that in the photo). I told the staff it was totally fine and that I could still enjoy it--I really didn't mind. They were incredibly sweet and grateful, and as a kind gesture, they gave me an extra daifuku for free. The staff even offered to remake the parfait, but I declined since the shop was quite busy and I didn't want them to feel rushed. Honestly, the service here really stood out--very thoughtful and warm. As for the food, it wasn't amazing, but it definitely wasn't bad either. Overall, it was enjoyable and satisfying. I especially liked that the matcha flavor was rich and not overly sweet, which is perfect for me since I don't enjoy desserts that are too sugary. The shop is located inside a mall, so it can get crowded, and you may need to wait in line at times. Still, with such kind service and decent matcha desserts, it's a nice place to stop by if you're in the area.

    Chocolate Strawberry Mochi
    Melinda K.

    Needed a matcha fix after an hour drive across the bridge during a hectic morning commute. The matcha latte wasn't too sweet with almond milk and the chocolate strawberry mochi was alright. The strawberry was a bit green at the end though and it was cold. Not a line before lunch time and service was fast from one person. Nice to have a matcha kiosk inside the mall.

    Chocolate strawberry and matcha strawberry
    Lynnelle E.

    This is my first time here, but I always see the spaghetti matcha soft serve on tiktok. I went for the mochi treats to eat when I get home. The line wasn't too busy and I was helped right away. I quickly scanned what they have and saw a chocolate strawberry mochi and matcha strawberry mochi. I was low key disappointed when I opened it that the mochi was cut in half and a strawberry was placed in the middle.. but I honestly didn't know what I was expecting. The chocolate mochi was alright but tasted artificial in flavor if that makes sense. The strawberry was juicy and tart. Sadly, this is something I'll pass on next time. The matcha strawberry mochi on the other hand was everything I wanted and more. I'll definitely come back for this next time. Prices seemed high at first but honestly reasonably priced.

    Jessie H.

    Pretty damn tasty! A decent price for a cone 6.5 and it was flavorful and fresh tasting not too bitter at all & not too sweet. Creamy with some icey & smooth. I like how fast they were and she was friendly with the service!

    Matcha soft serve with a cone on top
    Ming S.

    Great service and great soft serve. Matcha Ren is stationed in the middle of the Serramonte mall, which makes it easy to locate and get to. I tried the matcha soft serve, it was better than I expected. The staff were friendly and helpful when deciding. I noticed they used Crystal Geyser water for their lattes, instead of regular tap water, which is a plus. I'll come back to try the matcha lattes next time.

    Took over Mochill Mochi Donuts (rebrand, same company)
    Cherylynn N.

    When one concept is slipping or not doing well. Pivot. And, rebrand to something "trendy". Matcha has been around but they've been blowing up in the last several years. With Amausaan Uji Matcha closed, I guess it makes sense to open Matcha REN. This week, Mochill Mochi Donuts has rebranded to Matcha REN (same company). They legit transformed Mochill overnight to Matcha REN. Impressive. They're located at the water fountain area of SerraManila (mall is dog friendly). The company also owns Takoyaki Yama-Chan (J Town + Mitsuwa) and Mochi-Ya REN (Mitsuwa). M E N U Soft serve: matcha or hokkaido milk, crêpes (rice flour), freshly made mochi, shakes, mont blanc, and more. They also sell the same matcha drinks as Mochill (hand whisked to order). No more mochi donuts. Grand opening promo 9/12/25-9/14/25: 50% off drinks and soft serve only. D E S S E R T Strawberry Mont Blanc Parfait ($10): https://tinyurl.com/5tz9m2se - Regular price, not 50% off Gimmick or nah? The matcha mont blanc has been a viral dessert but I haven't had the chance to try it at their sister business Mochi-ya Ren in Mitsuwa (SJ). A layer of strawberry puree with clear jelly cubes, QQ dango mochi-like rice balls, and cereal are topped with creamy hokkaido + matcha soft serve that's crowned with matcha anko (white bean paste) extruded into the shape of vermicelli noodles like the French and Japanese chestnut dessert. While this got mixed reviews from their other locations, I enjoyed it. Strong matcha flavor with the earthy bitterness balanced by the sweet ripen strawberries and nutty "mont blanc". Not too sweet but the hokkaido soft serve was lacking a milky flavor. S E R V I C E Order took a long time (20 minutes) because today is the first day. They didn't have a soft opening to practice so the staff was trying to figure things out. Overall, Matcha REN is a welcome addition to SerraManila that's becoming a hub for AZN cuisine like nearby Stonestown. Up next is Koi Palace, Marufuku Ramen, and HaiDiLao in SerraManila....talk about a glow up of one of my childhood malls!

    Instagram post
    Jack R.

    First off this grand opening is highly disorganized with not enough staff to accommodate this fairly small 20 person line. I understand things are made by hand, but the line take about 10 minutes per person. There were elderly people who thankfully had a place to sit as they waited around the fountain. When we finally got to the front they said the reason is they are STILL training everyone and we the customers are the guinea pigs basically. Okay so the strawberry matcha was very watery because they mixed the matcha with too much water. Also there seems to be some clumps in other people's drinks. They need to get their act together. Total wait time was a little over an hour for 50% off of drink which is NOT worth it.

    banana cream matcha latte with oatmilk
    Tessa V.

    I looove matcha and was so excited about this place after hearing about the weekend promo, but sadly left underwhelmed and disappointed in what we got. I'm hoping the quality of their items improve with time since they're brand new! I understand that they were super busy on their opening weekend, so this review largely excludes the service aspect. But just for context, we waited in line for around 40 min, then another 10-15 minutes for our order. Strawberry Mont Blanc Parfait (full price $10) = 2.5/5 Interesting concept and looks really cool, but based on how small it is, it's not worth the price in my opinion. My partner enjoyed it more than I did, so it's also based on taste preference. I didn't take the best photo of it, but due to how they fill the cup, there are also pockets of air between the layers of cereal/jelly and the ice cream which makes it even less filling. Banana Cream Matcha Latte (full price $6.75, purchased for half price $3.37) = 1/5 Super watered-down to the point that it tasted like weak banana water to me. I did substitute for oat milk so not sure if that played a role. I barely tasted any matcha. I feel bad leaving this review but I'm really hoping this place improves because I love the idea of a new matcha place in Serramonte. I think I'll wait a while for them to get the hang of things and hopefully improve their matcha lattes before trying again!

    Menu
    Adele W.

    I stopped by Matcha Ren for their grand opening at Serramonte Mall. It's right in the middle of the mall in front of the fountain -- the spot where Mochill used to be -- so it's easy to find and in a busy area. As expected for a grand opening, there was a bit of a line, but it moved at a decent pace. I ordered the matcha soft serve while my friend tried the matcha soda. The soft serve had a nice, authentic matcha flavor, though it wasn't as creamy as I personally like. The matcha soda was unique -- fizzy, refreshing, and a fun way to enjoy matcha with a twist. Overall, Matcha Ren is a welcome addition to Serramonte Mall for matcha lovers.

    oat matcha latte, strawberry mont blanc parfait
    Sarah C.

    waited about 35mins in line to order, and 5mins for our order to be prepared. I noticed there were about 8-9 employees there but only 3-4 were actually making drinks and food--1 was just taking orders and the rest seemed to be stock taking or doing behind-the-scenes things (one was just taking videos, probably for marketing). it was evident that many of the staff were new as they were referring to recipe sheets as they prepared the drinks. unfortunately this manifested in pretty slow preparation and thus the long lines. I understand the grand opening hype but I think they could have been staffed in abundance for opening weekend. nevertheless, I enjoyed the strawberry mont blanc parfait ($10)--pricey for the size but the matcha soft serve was sufficiently strong and the chestnut paste was nutty yet still tasted of matcha. the original iced oat matcha latte ($6.25) was just alright, it was a bit sweet for me (either the oat milk and/or the pre-made matcha was sweetened). despite being 50% off, it was disappointing to see them only fill the cup 3/4 full.

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