One of the things I love about Mizu Matcha is that you can choose your matcha intensity from levels 1-5. My colleague got some Level 5 matcha last week and told me how good it was, and I thought, "Level 5 is for hardcore matcha people. Well, I'm hardcore!" and so I ordered Level 5 matcha gelato along with the hojicha gelato. Urrr, well...turns out I am not hardcore. I actually had a hard time finishing the Level 5, not because it was bad (actually the flavor and texture is wonderful!), but because it was so intensely matcha. I may, in fact, be happiest somewhere around Level 3. Fortunately, the hojicha was a great pairing; it was delicious and comparatively sweeter, which helped cut some of the intensity of the matcha. The space itself is bright, clean, neat, and minimalist, with a pretty space-efficient setup. It's not huge, but my friend and I were still able to sit there comfortably and enjoy our desserts, and it felt like a pleasant place to linger for a bit. That said, I don't think I've ever had matcha ice cream this intense or this good before. And the COLOR. I have never seen matcha that dark, grassy green. Wow. You look at it and immediately know they are not messing around. My advice: take advantage of the matcha samples at the register and actually try your level before committing to a whole scoop. Do not simply decide you are "hardcore" and discover the truth about yourself afterward. Next time I'm trying the black sesame, and I'm also looking forward to trying the soft serve. (Basically: I'm coming back. Just maybe not for Level 5.) read more

Mizu Matcha - Hojicha gelato and matcha level 5 gelato - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The five levels of matcha are interesting - tried the 5% and it was way too bitter - but the prices are insane. Two ice creams, one baby scoop and two baby scoops, were around $16. I think it's overall fine to try once if you're really in the mood for matcha ice cream while doing some retail therapy on Newbury but, at least for me, it's way too expensive for a regular treat. The ice cream itself was also meh - they brand it as gelato but the texture is icy and hard, not the smoothness or creaminess of typical gelato at all. Might as well just call it ice cream. The soft serve looked good. My main grievance is how crazy hot and airless it gets inside the store in the summer. I really feel for the employees because that level of heat can't be safe, though maybe they get a reprieve from the ice cream chest. We came on a day when it was over 90 and even standing around/waiting for our number to be called was borderline unbearable. With the heat and the volume of people coming in and out/shouting orders, it doesn't make for a very enjoyable eating experience. read more

Great ice cream! I brought my parents here this time. Matcha Level 5 Gelato: As always, the matcha flavor is pure and rich, and the ice cream is thick and creamy. I loved it, but my parents thought it was too bitter. Level 3 or around might be more suitable for most tastes. Taro Soft Serve: As always, the taro flavor is naturally rich, and the ice cream is smooth and creamy without being too sweet. Very suitable for Asian palates. read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Matcha Level 5 / Hojicha / Taro - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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was really good and had different levels of matcha strengths to choose from. I personally have old people taste, so like a stronger matcha. Service was pretty standard. It was a bit smaller place, so we had trouble looking for places to sit read more

Mizu Matcha - matcha/hojicha gelato - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Authentic matcha ice cream on Newbury! I love that you can customize the matcha intensity. The workers are always happy to let you sample and friendly! There's some tables inside but also some outdoor seating which is really nice on sunny days. It's a small shop but truly some of the best matcha ice cream i've ever had! read more

Mizu Matcha - matcha ice cream - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stopped by to taste some of the matcha levels. Went with level 1 and 5 for the highest contrast. Tablet to order from and they place orders on top of the window shelf so not much servicing. Interior is on the smaller side and it gets pretty warm. Matcha level 1 was comparable to store bought matcha ice cream. More sweet than anything else, but a hint of grassy roots. Matcha level 5 was delicious! Maybe not an easy jump for the uninitiated but it was less sweet and more savory because of the umami bitterness. read more

Mizu Matcha - Matcha Level 1/5 - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Very busy place but line moves fast. We got the Hojicha and matcha soft serve swirl and it was deliciously creamy. Also tried the gelato matcha level 5 and 2. 5 was super rich and fun to eat! Would definitely come again! read more

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I was looking forward to trying the different levels of matcha in a gelato format. I got the highest level and the middle level. The flavor was good. Sadly the "gelato" was extremely hard and icy. read more

Walking by never tried this spot before but did see it on socials. I like the concept, it's like Maiko but more options. Now i will be back to try their gelato matcha (and i believe they had an ube flavor too). 5 levels of potency for the matcha. Now the matcha warobi parfait was bomb. Lots of layers, toasted sesame mochi. It was enjoyable. My matcha strawberry frappe, now don't get me wrong maybe it's the style of frappe they do but i was expecting more creamy foamy style drink. It was very watery ice slushy style, which took away most of the matcha flavor. Strawberry sauce on the bottom wasn't overly sweet so that's good! Will try again probably another parfait and a latte next time, with a cone and gelato! Service was fine, staff was pretty quick and nice. read more

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A cute little cafe with not much seating that focuses on matcha and hojicha drinks and ice cream. I like that the matcha gelato comes in different strengths. Level 4 was definitely strong and earthy. My favorite was the hojicha soft serve. The hojicha latte and matcha parfait with warabimochi were also quite good and not too sweet. It is pricey here but the serving sizes are pretty generous for the parfait/soft serves. read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Love the matcha taro swirl. It's just enough caffeine for me. I tried the level 5 matcha and was very bitter. Level three and lower were good for someone like me with low tolerance to caffeine but loves matcha. Service was quick. If you need a lid ask for it in to go container, the lady didn't want to put it in a to go container for me when I asked for a lid since they don't have lids otherwise. Nice interior limited seating, it's on Newbury st to better to walk over after taking the t. read more

Mizu Matcha - Matcha taro swirl cone - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Mizu Matcha was a quick stop for dessert, and while the staff seemed a bit aloof, the service itself was reasonably fast. There is seating both indoors and in a small outdoor area, which is nice if you want to linger for a bit. I know matcha is the star of the show here, but I opted for the black sesame gelato and it was fantastic. Rich and flavorful without being overly sweet, it struck the perfect balance and made for a great dessert. read more

Mizu Matcha - Black sesame gelato - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Brand new matcha spot on Newbury Street! I came here with my girlfriend over the weekend to try it out and it was very busy. There was a line going outside and inside was super packed. It took us a while to get inside but once we did, we used the tablet to put our order in. Some people were ordering at the counter so that helped get people in and out. It took about 5 minutes to get our orders since there were several people in front of us. I got a matcha latte with strawberry and it tasted great! Though I wish it was mixed better but I guess that's something I could have done once I got the drink. I'll definitely come back to try their blended drinks and their ice cream. My only problem with this place is how busy it was. Of course that comes with being so new but I feel like they could have removed the seating area to make this more of an in and out type of place. There were just way too many people here at the time but hopefully that slows down in the next couple of months. Regardless, I highly recommend trying Mizu Matcha out! It's worth the wait! read more

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I saw a lot of people outside this shop so decided to give it a try. Seems pretty standard in terms of matcha stores, but the difference here is you can choose the strength of matcha you want. I didn't order the ice cream, but was decently pleased with my drink and the quality of the matcha. Would come back to try out some of their ice cream. read more

Mizu Matcha - Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A few months ago, I tried out their black sesame and matcha level 5 gelato. I loved the bitterness of the matcha. On the other hand, the black sesame was average. I'm usually a black sesame fan but this one felt oily and tasted watery. The black sesame melted pretty quickly, and it was not even a hot day. read more

My partner and I got a matcha chocolate latte and double gelato (hojicha and level 3 matcha) - TASTE: 4/5 - we tried the level 2 (sweeter) and level 3 (hit the spot) before committing. Didn't taste the chocolate in my drink, but the matcha was still on point, along w the hojicha ice cream PRICE: 3/5 - total came to $18, uf! SERVING SIZE: 4/5 - satisfied us for a sweet treat, but heads up that the ice cream scoops are small SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 2pm on a Sunday, and it was busy as expected. Skipped the self-service kiosk line, ordered at the register, and it was ready in 10min ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - tight space, w maybe 5 seats, and minimal decor PARKING: 4/5 - got a metered street spot on Columbus Ave and walked over read more

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Mizu Matcha is a must-go for matcha lovers! It's very similar to Matcha Cafe Maiko BUT they offer different strength levels of matcha for their ice creams. They have 5 strengths, with level 1 being the sweetest & level 5 being the strongest + most bitter. I believe the strengths only apply for their matcha gelato. I liked that the have other options to choose from if you're not feeling gelato or ice cream! They have matcha lattes, coffee, Hojicha, black sesame, and floats! Today was our first time visiting & we went with the Strawberry Matcha Frappe and the Matcha Warobi Mochi Parfait. I ordered ahead of time, through ChowBus for pickup & it was ready by the time we arrived! The strawberry matcha frappe was more-so just a slushy. We were expecting it to be more creamy, rather than ice w/ a hint of matcha with strawberry jam. I know the drink looks too green to just have a "hint of matcha" but that's really all it tasted like. So, this was just all right. Likely won't get this one again but will try their iced latte version next time. Now, the Matcha Warobi Mochi Parfait is what I personally got & I loved it! It was A LOT of ice cream, OMG. This one came with sesame mochi, matcha jelly, red bean, & rice crispies. Perfect strength and bitterness for the ice cream & I think without the toppings, it would've been super hard for me to finish this LOL. Not because the ice cream wasn't good (it was exquisite!), but it was just a lot more ice cream than I expected & the toppings kept it interesting. Would I come back again? Likely. Would I get the same order? Probably not. Loved the parfait! It was too much for me to finish, though I did end up finishing it hehe. Will opt to try a scoop of gelato next time. The matcha strawberry frappe is a no, for me. Overall, I was pretty happy with the parfait & would visit again to explore their menu a bit more! read more

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Finally got around to trying out this spot. Inside, it's pretty small and not really ideal spend time in there. We ordered from the kiosk and didn't realize we could sample the levels before ordering. I got a 3 scoop gelato and a parfait and the total was pretty pricey for just 2 items. The matcha levels really did surprise me. The level 5 was super strong and bitter. Very grassy tasting. And even the level 3 was also really matcha forward as a warning to those who aren't used to matcha bitterness. Parfait was good and generous with the matcha soft serve. Overall a great addition to the area! read more

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I didn't necessarily have high expectations for this place, but I was really let down. Walking into the matcha spot, it's very bright and clean. There's a kiosk that you can order at but because it's my first time, I wanted to try their gelato before buying. For one scoop and a cone, it was nearly $10. The gelato scoop was also tiny and couldn't even be seen under the cone (see photo). They didn't notify me that a cone was also an additional charge. The gelato itself was a good flavor but was very very thick--not quite like real gelato. Overall, I was disappointed and wouldn't recommend this spot for their gelato. (Maybe their drinks are better?) read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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On the pricier side but love that there are 5 different matcha levels for ice cream. I've had the regular matcha and the coconut bloom and both are so rich with flavors! read more

I saw Mizu Matcha go viral on social media (specifically TikTok) so I decided to check it out before meeting a friend for dinner. It was slammed Monday afternoon so staff members were advising customers to use the self-serve kiosk ordering machine (mind you there's only one machine) and they were missing some menu options despite not having been sold out of the swirl matcha soft serve which was what I came for but settled for the double gelato scooping and honestly it was super disappointing, a little under $10 for skimpy scoops. Save your money, I'll be sticking to Kyo Matcha in Brookline. read more

Mizu Matcha - Double Gelato (Matcha level 3 and Black Sesame) - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I walked about 20 minutes in nearly 90-degree heat while pregnant to meet a friend here for matcha ice cream. While waiting for her to arrive, I politely asked if I could have a cup of water. I was given a firm "no." We ended up leaving and walking a short distance to Levain instead. They happily gave me water, and I enjoyed one of the best ice cream sandwiches I've ever had--creamy vanilla ice cream between two warm chocolate chip cookies. I came here excited to try the matcha, but the lack of basic hospitality was disappointing enough that we chose to spend our money elsewhere. ------ Update: After this experience, I left a polite comment on Mizu's Instagram describing what happened. Rather than responding or asking how they could make it right, my comment was deleted and my account was blocked. That response reinforced my impression that customer concerns are dismissed rather than addressed. read more

Really strong flavors which I loved. Had ice cream and tried some levels of matcha. It seems like the general consensus is that level 3 is a perfect subtle sweetness and level 4 is good if you like a bit more bitterness. Black sesame also is good, and taro was flavorful but a bit too sweet in comparison. Would definitely come again! Kinda pricey since it's on Newbury though. read more

Mizu Matcha - Black sesame, Taro, Matcha Level 3 - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A new matcha gelateria on Newbury Street that's bustling with people. I came here with a friend on a weekday afternoon and the place was full of people eating delicious treats. We didn't have to wait long to order and we got double scoops of taro & black sesame and hojicha & matcha level 3. I'm not super into matcha, so my favorites were the hojicha and black sesame. Each scoop is carefully weighted out so you know you're getting exactly what you paid for. There's 5 levels of matcha from bitter to sweeter. My friend liked the level 3 matcha but after eating the other flavors it was more bitter than the first bite. They have soft serve and drinks as well which I will definitely have to come back to try. Overall, a nice spot to check out while shopping on Newbury Street. read more

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I had the soft serve and it was amazing! It was busy and hot inside since it was kinda small. Its a lot better than buying ben and jerry read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The line for Mizu Matcha went out the door, even in January when it was pretty chilly outside. Though you could order with a kiosk, we ordered with the cashier, who seemed to be pretty busy fielding questions about orders and scooping samples for people who wanted to prove that they could handle the strongest level of matcha gelato lol! We got a single scoop of the Level 3 matcha gelato, which was a great level of not-too-sweet, not-too-grassy or chalky. The gelato itself was smooth and creamy, though the scoop was pretty small for the price (but it is also Newbury Street, so expected). We also ordered a soft serve swirl of the hojicha and matcha flavors. I would stick with the gelato next time because the soft serve was not too sweet and quite creamy, but the tea flavor was just not as present as I wanted it to be. read more

Mizu Matcha - Matcha hojicha soft serve, matcha gelato (level 3) - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stopped by Mizu Matcha after walking around Newbury. They offer 5 levels of matcha gelato, and the highest level had an appealing deep green color so I had to get it. I expected it to be bitter, but it honestly wasn't. It had a rich, earthy depth and was extremely creamy with a subtle sweetness. I balanced it out with a scoop of hojicha gelato, which was definitely on the sweeter side but still had that roasted flavor. The combination was perfect, but $9 for 2 small scoops is a little steep. read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I was lucky enough to visit amish Matcha twice within a week, so you know this place is good! I visited both times in the evening and the store was very busy both times, with all seats taken. They have a counter and a touchscreen to order and each order takes a couple minutes - the service is super efficient here! I tried their matcha soft serve and strawberry matcha latte, both which are absolutely delicious. I really appreciate the quality of ingredients here, as it doesn't feel like the typical sweetened matcha that you get at other coffee shops. The ice cream in particular was the perfect balance of sweetness and earthiness to me. My one gripe with this place (and frankly most other similar places in the area) is the price. You really can't find anything for under $6 here, which is a bit excessive, but everything is tasty and portions are relatively large at least. read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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got a level 3 single scoop gelato. Was delicious- not too bitter and not too sweet, a little milky and very smooth. It was cold so we were hoping to eat it inside the store, but it was very crowded inside so we ended up walking around outside. Newbury street so beware of hard parking. Took a point off because though delicious, found the price too high for a single scoop of gelato. I think I still prefer matcha maiko over here. read more

Wow the best new matcha ice cream spot! Truly living up to the hype this place was incredible. The staff were so kind and friendly and offered to let us try all the ice cream which was so sweet. Their matcha was intense! I've been to a leveled matcha place in Japan and the strength of the flavors here was stronger. Would definitely start with trying a more mild matcha flavor and see what you like! We honestly liked every level of matcha ice cream. We didn't end up trying the ube or black sesame but they looked yummy! read more

Mizu Matcha - Level 3, level 5, and hojicha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Visited Mizu for the first time and it's a cute small casual cafe specializing in matcha. I tris the 3 scoop gelato option. They offer a range of matcha from level 1-5 going from sweet to more bitter. They also have a few non-matcha flavors. I tried the hojicha, taro and matcha level 5 (more bitter). The consistency was a bit hard and not as velvety as gelato can be. The taro and hojicha were also fairly sweet, I much preferred the level 5 as it was minimally sweet. Next time I'll try one of the matcha drinks which are also a popular item on the menu. read more

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Of all the matcha places in Boston, I think this one takes the cake for best tea and Asian flavored ice cream/gelato. First of all, they actually have ice cream/gelato, and not just soft serve. Second, the flavors are RICH. I got the level 5 matcha ice cream and it paired well with the sweetness of the taro ice cream! You can try the flavors beforehand. The staff was very nice and the interior is modern. Space inside is limited so it can be crowded. read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I've only tried the gelato here but I was very pleasant surprised by how smooth the gelato was and I really liked the Asian flavors. There's 5 different types of matcha strengths to try, and I felt like level 3 was just a tad too bitter for me but I enjoy sweet things. I also really liked the black sesame scoop, would definitely recommend that. They had some other drink/dessert options that I'd be very down to try next time. They gave out cute little magnets for their grand opening! The service was also great, they let you try samples, and the wait was maybe 5-10 minutes despite being the grand opening. read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I love Mizu Matcha, some of the BEST matcha i've had in my entire life!! Me and my friends got 3 drinks and each one was exactly how we liked it!! The kiosks for ordering were very easy and the drinks came out fast. The ambiance is cute and it is in a little hidden cove where there's nice seating! Highly recommend and I will be going back when I go to Boston next! read more

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Such a wonderful addition to Newbury street! Came during grand opening weekend so it was pretty crowded but was still able to order on the kiosk pretty quickly, loved being able to choose the intensity of matcha and the ice cream was really delicious even on a cold winter day. It's a pretty small shop so there's not a lot of space to really hang out, but wonderful vacation to pick up a little treat! read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I heard about how this place had matcha ice cream with different levels of intensity, so I gave it a try. They offer free samples upon request, so we tried a couple including their other flavors. The ice cream was not too sweet, and very flavorful. I liked the hojicha flavor more than any of the matcha's, so I got that one. Service was alright. No one said hi or welcomed us when we walked in. The space was bright and clean. I would give this place a 3.8/5 if I could. read more

Mizu Matcha - hojicha ice cream - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Got to try Mizu Matcha that just opened on Friday. The place is very cozy, currently decked out in holiday decorations. The staff is so friendly and helpful explaining their menu. I got to try their strawberry matcha latte and the matcha brown sugar frapp and both were very delicious. I can't wait to go back to try their other drinks, they also have black sesame and hochicha. Also got to try their gelato and wow, so creamy. They let you sample before you buy so you can choose the sweetness/bitterness level depending on your liking. I tried level 1 3 and 4, with 3 being my favorite, just the right amount of sweetness for me. I also really enjoyed their ube, black sesame, and hochicha flavors. Defintiely a great place to come when craving gelato. Next time will definitely want to try their cute parfaits. read more

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Mizu Matcha is a brand new spot right on Newbury Street that's completely dedicated to matcha desserts. They serve everything from matcha gelato and soft serve to drinks. What's really cool is they offer five different levels of matcha "intensity" for the gelato, so you can choose exactly how strong you want it, from mild to really bold. They also have other flavors like hojicha, vanilla, and black sesame if you want a break from the green tea. The shop itself is on the smaller side. You can order from a self-service kiosk or at the counter, where they sometimes let you taste the gelato first. The prices are a bit high, but that's pretty expected for a specialty shop on Newbury Street. We decided to try a scoop of the Matcha level 2, Matcha level 4, and the black sesame. The matcha level 4 had a strong, pronounced flavor, we actually thought it tasted stronger than the level 5, which is supposed to be the most intense. The scoops are a little smaller than you might expect, but the gelato is tasty and has good, clear flavor. Our favorite of the three was definitely the black sesame; it was very nutty with a strong, toasty sesame taste that we really enjoyed. It's a solid new option for a matcha fix in a great location. read more

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Went during the grand opening weekend right when it opened. My friend and I ordered on the kiosk and the wait for it order was pretty quick about 5 minutes. My friend and I ordered the matcha gelato in level 3 and 5. I tried my friend's and it's only a bit bitter but still good. That level 3 tasted like most matcha so it's still pretty good! read more

Mizu Matcha - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Exciting new matcha place! I've seen videos of this place in Asia. They're known for their different levels of matcha gelato. I tried level 3 (out of 5), and whoa, it was already really intense! The soft serve was also pretty strong matcha and hojicha. It's a huge serving too. The gelato is definitely enough at a single scoop. Next time I would want to try their matcha lattes! read more