Probably the best matcha I've tased in NYC and on par with the ones I've had in Japan & HongKong which are excellent . No sage colours in sight. 10/10. read more

Updating my review - I work nearby and come here three to four times a week at this point. It's become part of my routine and honestly a must. I get my custom half matcha, half strawberry order, and the staff is always so accommodating about it. Everyone is genuinely so sweet, Mika is incredible. The matcha is a 10/10. So good. I'm just really grateful this place exists near my office because it makes my week better every time. read more

I wished the black sugar jelly were smaller. So I can enjoy it with my drink. It said all the jelly got stuck at the end. Don't get me wrong the jelly was good just preferred it smaller. I didn't get to try the matcha but I like how they give you option what kind of matcha you prefer with your drink read more

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Service was super quick and the staff was very friendly. The spot is small and cute, no place to sit. When it comes to the matcha, it was definitely tasty. The flavors tasted like they came from the fruits and not artificial flavoring. Despite no additional sweeteners, the strawberry and mango matchas were on the sweeter side. Got it with almond milk (+$0.75). While I could get some matcha taste, I would've still preferred a stronger matcha taste with a hint of the flavor. Will try it with a different milk next time. 7.2/10 for both strawberry and mango matcha latte read more

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I had an OK experience. The drink I ordered was decent. However, the cashier didn't seem to know about the beverages that they carry and the place is really small (basically a to-go place). They do have some interesting drink combinations, and I like that tea brewing option was offered on each type of tea. read more

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This is my go-to spot for matcha when at the office. It's a small, almost hidden shop. I love their matcha latte, very well balanced and you can tell that they use a high quality product. I appreciate that you can choose from different matcha varieties. They also offer more creative, seasonal drinks like strawberry matcha and sweet treats. Staff are always friendly and welcoming. read more

Mika’s Direction - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Very cramped store - uncomfortable to wait inside with other people. Looks a little chaotic behind the counter when there are a lot of orders and people waiting. However the matcha tasted great and I loved the (Midori?) I believe. My friend however tried their smoky matcha (I forget the name) and didn't like their drink at all. Service was friendly and they were pretty fast with making our drinks. Liked that they weighed our matcha and sifted/did everything properly right in front of us. Would recommend and return, just be careful with your matcha selection and don't wait in there if it's super busy. read more

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Both the unsweetened matcha latte with whole milk and the mango matcha latte with whole milk were delicious. When ordering, you can choose between three different matchas and customize your milk. The service is great and very helpful! I wish this store was larger so that customers could sit in the cafe and do work. It's more of a grab and go spot, but I loved the drinks and would be back. read more

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Cozy shop in Koreatown that's easy to miss and quite cramped inside. Aside from that, Mika and the staff were very friendly and knowledgeable about what they were serving. Felt like a traditional experience with a modern touch. The mango matcha syrup was a bit sweet, but the matcha itself was great. Would love to try the strawberry/pastries next time. read more

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absolutely delicious strawberry matcha ($9.80)! I chose the hinata option, and it was super umami, not bitter at all, and full-bodied. the strawberry part didn't overwhelm and wasn't too sweet read more

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this place serves high quality fantastic matcha with great variety in flavors. I got the mango matcha latte which was absolutely delicious. The mango puree was fresh and carried just the right amount of sweetness to where the flavor of the matcha still came through but was balanced. Staff is also so sweet! It's a small space so best for grab and go!! Also the hot strawberry matcha latte was wonderful too. You can add your own toppings on it as well!! read more

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Actually one of the most delectable matchas i ever did have. The creamy nutty option w the strawb matcha and califia oat milk.... Oooooooooohweeee so good. U WILL SEE ME AGAIN! read more

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I came here on a Thursday afternoon and ordered a strawberry matcha latte. The service was pretty fast and despite there being a line I got my drink within a 10min wait. The shop itself is tiny so it's definitely not a sit and study kind of spot. I liked that they had different matcha powders to choose from. I do think that with my drink the strawberry puree overshadowed the matcha but not certain if I just chose the wrong blend to go with. Def would be down to give it another shot though with another drink option. read more

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Ambiance: cute small store where the main goal is to make amazing matcha Service: super kind and quick with the ordering and drinks Food: The brown sugar jelly matcha (hinata) is unsweetened which is very important to know if you go. I love my matcha this way. The matcha flavor was incredibly strong and creamy. Really hope they bring back the hot chocolate matcha! read more

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Authentic matcha in NY's Koreatown! I ordered the strawberry matcha and thought the flavor was pretty solid - I wish the matcha shined through a bit more, but it's possible that the strawberry puree overshadowed the flavor. In terms of price, the matcha lattes do run pretty steep (I believe it was over $9 total with oat milk) so just be prepared for that. Overall, a cute grab and go spot to pick up a matcha latte if you're okay paying a bit more. If I were to return in the future, I'd definitely want to try their matcha cookie! read more

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Really solid matcha here in a small spot and also really liked their black tea yuzu cookie, I was hoping to try their matcha cookies but went just before they closed and it was sold out. Will definitely be back to try more matcha drinks and other cookies! read more

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Heard a lot about this matcha spot so I was excited to finally make it out here! The shop is pretty small and would recommend for a grab and go vibe, but it's cute and they have a small selection of Japanese goods to shop from. Service was friendly and pretty efficient! I got a strawberry hojicha and a mango matcha - both were a great, fruity flavour and nice tea quality. Personally giving bonus points for the ability to make a hojicha fruity, which I haven't seen too much of. As others have said, these drinks are a bit on the expensive side (over $9 for each for the smallest size with oat milk), but I really enjoyed it and would be back next time I'm wanting to treat myself to a nice matcha / tea drink. read more

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Small, simple matcha coffee shop. Friendly staff and minimal seating. The place is hard to find, so be sure to look for the small floor sign in front. Matcha quality was great and there were both hot and cold drinks. Really enjoyed the strawberry matcha drink. read more

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Literally stumbled upon this cute little shop! Looked at the Yelp reviews and was like yep, I'm walking in. It's a cute little place located right next to Bangia just up the stairs. They have a few spots to sit and enjoy your drink. I got mine to go since we had dinner reservations. Greeted when I walked in and order taken immediately. The staff was very friendly and ensured they ask if I needed a milk alternative which I did so I opted for Oat milk. I ordered the strawberry matcha latte. Not only is the drink esthetically beautiful but it also tasted delicious! You can definitely tell that it's high grade matcha. I also noticed that they sell loose leaf tea as well as matcha. I purchased the black mango tea loose leaf and can't wait to make it at home. Definitely recommend. read more

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Love love loved the hojicha cookie and strawberry hojicha that I got from here. So glad to have another spot in the city giving quality hojicha and presumably matcha if it's any indication. Sad to see Elly's Pastry go which was here before, but I think this place is better! The hojicha they used in the cookie and drink were really high quality, the items weren't too sweet and their flavor was really being honored without being pulled away from by other ingredients. They sell matcha sets, and other types of drinks such as matcha strawberry, lattes, etc. I'll say there are lots of places that use hojicha and matcha, and a lot of them get by with just average tasting items just to stay on trend, but this place really honors quality and is a standout in my book. Keep it up! read more

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This is a pretty decent matcha place. However, it is definitely on the pricier side- $9.25 after taxes for a small strawberry matcha latte with oatmilk. The space is very small with pretty much no seating - more of a grab and go type of deal. The service was friendly and given how packed the place was and that they hand whisk the matcha, the drinks came out in a reasonable amount of time. As for the drink, the strawberry puree they use is pretty good, but the matcha tasted a bit too grassy and bitter for me. The drink is also on the non-sweet side, so keep that in mind if you do like sweeter drinks. read more

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So good and ample seating in the back. This place makes me remember there is so much joy in matcha and coffee.

Cute little matcha spot tucked right in the heart of Ktown. Prices are definitely on the higher end for matcha (think $6-$8+ per drink), but the creative flavor options make it worth a second visit if you're into exploring beyond your usual order. I got the Large Matcha Americano ($6.50) - solid size, but the flavor leaned a bit weak and watery for my taste. My friend's Large Mango Matcha Latte ($8.25) was the better pick: refreshing, sweet, and more balanced overall. Service was smooth and friendly. The shop itself is tiny, so expect a bit of a squeeze or wait during peak hours. No seating when we went, just a quick grab-and-go vibe. Overall, cute place, slightly pricey, but I'd come back to try some of their more adventurous drinks. read more

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I really wanted to love this place, especially since they do serve ceremonial matcha and offer three different options, a definite plus for quality. However, despite ordering the strongest blend, I found the amount of milk rly masked the matcha taste. Unfortunately, for me, they didn't quite make it into my list of top matcha list. read more

It could be little hard to find without the sign board they put outside. The shop is small but still has 4 seats. Two counter top seats, and two seats by the window with a small round table. They had three "types" of matcha to choose from. I ordered hijime matcha latte with oatmilk 12 oz. They have options of non-dairy milk which is great! They were selling cookies for the Christmas holidays and also they had items like bowls, matcha whisks, matcha whisks charms and chopsticks holder. read more

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I love all the cookies here at Mika's Direction but warning, you have to get there by 5ish (they close at 7pm) to get one bc they sell out. The cookies are chewy, soft, and pair perfectly with the different jam flavors. The matcha here is also very good. They whisk it very well and the shop smells of matcha. I hope this place sticks around! read more

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This matcha was soooo good. I don't normally get fruit matchas but the strawberry matcha was lovely. The strawberry purée was not too sweet and the matcha had a great color and flavor. Only thing is that it was hard to find the place at first cause they didn't have the shop name on a sign, but it was on a menu on a sandwich board outside the door. The inside is pretty small as well, they have a little table with two seats inside with free wifi. read more

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Wow, the strawberry matcha drink here is incredible!!! I love that it was not an artificial strawberry syrup. The matcha was also well whisked and didn't have any graininess in my drink. I got it with Planet oat milk, and I appreciate they give you the option of Oatly vs Planet (as well as other milk types). The store is pretty small and there's really only one real table for two people. It's very cute though and they also sell things like matcha whisks. The woman who helped make my drink was very kind and patient with me as I was reviewing the menu and the options available. I would definitely return! read more

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This place was pretty good, but nothing crazy. I got a mango matcha and it was cool to select what matcha type you can get, but it tasted pretty bitter. I think maybe the water was too hot or maybe not enough sweetener. Not sure. I'd maybe try it again read more

Mika’s Direction - Mango Matcha Latte(Iced only) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

It is in ktown/hidden in the back. It is a cute spot and a hidden gem! They sell cute matcha sets and specialize in the matcha drinks. There's pastries but they are known for their hot/cold drinks. The service was good. There's only like two bar seats and it is more of a grab and go spot! read more

Wow! This place made me one of the best matcha lattes I've had in NYC. The mango matcha latte was mildly sweet with a mango flavor that didn't overpower the matcha. The matcha itself was very rich and had the perfect consistency. I think this place might be my new go-to for matcha! For snacks, they have matcha and hojicha cookies. They also have 2 options for oat milk and other milk substitutes for an extra fee. The cafe is located in a small area up the stairs, which can be easy to miss. They have 4 seats total so most people get their drinks to-go. read more

Mika’s Direction - Mango Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

Such a lovely new matcha café that opened recently. The entrance can be a little hard to find (and the name is stylised with a か, which added a little bit of confusion haha), but the unassuming entrance belies the wonderfully fragrant and cosy inside. The decor is very no-frills, which I appreciate, and they have some interesting gift-shop-esque items for sale in the back. The matcha was delicious (rich without being too heavy) with just the right amount of sweetness (tasted a hint of the underlying bitter flavour) and a perfect proportion of milk (wasn't too watery). Price point ($7.something) wasn't too bad actually -- practically a steal by NYC latte standards nowadays haha. I was really impressed with my drink and would love to come again! read more

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Thee one time I should have got a large. This was so good and made fresh in front you. I want more! And the cookies smell good too. Only like 4 seats but you could get lucky like me at the counter. Try: Mango matcha with regular milk read more

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Hidden little cafe (and yes, when I say hidden - it's really hidden. I almost couldn't find this place!) with the highest quality ingredients. If you're not a fan of matcha, chances are it's because you've had a really low quality one & should definitely give Mika's a chance. The store itself is very small, with only two people here working. While one was taking orders, the other was hard at work whisking away each order. Props to her for doing it consistently, because I definitely wouldn't have been able to without getting cramps in my wrist! I ordered the strawberry matcha and loved it. The matcha was smooth and creamy with the perfect flavor - slightly bitter, no grassy taste, and everything you could want in a matcha latte. The strawberry took me by surprise as it was a thick jam consistency, and I definitely wasn't unhappy! Slightly sweet with real strawberry chunks/seeds really elevated thjs drink. Will definitely be returning & bringing friends along to try the whole menu! read more

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If you walk too fast you might miss it! Definitely stop by this cute matcha shop near Penn Station. There is limited seating, but the vibes inside is super cozy. Service was fast and friendly. I wanted to try their Hojicha but unfortunately they were out that day :( I'm not the best matcha connoisseur, but the one that I had was rich, earthy and nutty. Give Mika's Direction a try ! ty for reading B-) read more

Mika's direction is a decent matcha spot. I actually went to another spot that was not good at all and the girl next to me recommended this place, saying that it was her favorite. I ordered the mango matcha and I was wishing there was more matcha intensity and mango puree. The matcha was also higher in price, around $9. I'd come back if I was in the area but wouldn't go out of my way for it. I think 12 matcha and sorate are better options for Manhattan. read more

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Small, hidden cafe with incredible matcha! Very earthy and not too sweet, which is I really like. Definitely within my top 5 matcha places in NYC! read more

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super sweet staff, tiny hole in the hole shop thats easy to miss unless you're looking for it very quick service, and matcha was excellent they even had multiple types of oat milk, which i haven't been offered at any other place read more

Mika’s Direction - matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - New York, New York

One of the few places that I get matcha from in NYC. Mika's direction has a great selection of simple drinks, and they allow you to choose which matcha cultivar you'd like. Their matcha is strong and consistent, the drink comes unsweetened, and you can either choose a syrup ($0.50) or add cane sugar syrup (free). Their Houjicha is also veryy good, when it's in stock. The baristas are very nice and they whisk the matcha in front of you. The interior is cute as well but there's only one table to sit at. Overall, love this spot and would definitely recommend checking it out. read more

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One of the best matcha spots in NYC. The quality is consistent and the price for value is fair. The owner sources the matcha from Japan, I believe her hometown. I've tried both warm and iced matchas and horijcha lattes. The matcha isn't too sweet- earthy and balanced. Both are available to purchase for home use too. Alternative milk options available. P.S- get a cookie! I personally enjoy the black tea with yuzu jam or the one with dark chocolate chips. read more

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