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    Nana’s Green Tea

    4.3 (1.7k reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Desserts, Cafes
    Closed • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Anny L.

    I've been here a few times and really enjoy it! The red bean latte and salmon don are my favorites. The matcha parfait is beautiful and has plenty of toppings. I also really liked the oyako don with Japanese pickled greens--it adds a unique flavor. A nice spot for Japanese comfort food and tea.

    Red bean brown sugar latte
    Jonathan Z.

    This is a very nice space to sit and chat with friends in, and the drinks are fancier and nicer than a standard bubble tea location. My drink (red bean brown sugar latte) was obviously extremely sweet but it was pretty good with plenty of red bean. My one complaint is that they don't have boba straws, which is a bit baffling to me. Sure they don't technically sell boba but the red bean topping in my drink was constantly stuck in the straw because its so narrow! Seems like an odd oversight. I had to use a spoon to eat the red bean by itself at the end.

    Linn P.

    Love love love!! When we arrived 30 mins before closing and there's about 40-50 ppl here with a line out the door, you know it's going to be good!!! We got a matcha float with mochi and a hojicha float with mochi. We love the hojicha better. The matcha is prob one of the better I've tasted, but not often you can find hojicha ice cream and milk tea. It was creamy and mildly sweet. So good, refreshing and satisfying! The mochi were ok. It was very bland and not sweet at all. I do prefer my mochi to have a little sweetness to them, like a sweet bite. This was like chewing a bigger non sweet boba ball. So I'd pass on the mochi here and maybe do all ice cream. If ever we're in Seattle would visit again. Update: we came here a few yrs later. The drinks were still good as ever. My husband got a frappe and loved it. We had a salmon bowl which was decent. Not something I would order again here but we were so hungry from traveling and meeting friends, we needed some food. This time no line out the door. We got a seat inside. We came in June this yr, nice weather outside but inside was super hot as they did not run the AC. They had the windows/doors open but no breeze and mosquitos were inside attacking. I can't imagine a good breeze when the cafe is wedged btw two huge buildings. It made our visit this time very stifling.

    matcha parfait
    Shrenik P.

    I've had the soft serve from here before, which was pretty good, so I got the matcha parfait this time. It seems to be what they're known for. This comes in a very large cup, with layers of matcha ice cream, cornflakes, vanilla whippedd cream, and mochi at the bottom. I'll be honest that the matcha ice cream wasn't my favorite. I'm not a huge fan of matcha in general, but I have had examples where the sweetness balances with the earthiness better - and this felt like it leaned too much into the earthiness side of it. It just tasted off when mixed with everything else. What was exceptional, though, was the second and third layers. Mixing the cornflakes with the vanilla whipped cream/yogurt layer was awesome. The crunchy texture provided with the creamy vanilla flavor really worked - and it felt like what the essence of a parfait is with the textural and flavor contrast. I think I would've liked this a lot more if the top had been vanilla ice cream instead - submitting a request to have that as an option on the menu. This was pretty expensive. It cost 14 dollars for a single parfait. That's just a crazy amount. I know it's pretty big, but it's simply overpriced. Overall, it's a decent but not very practical dessert. 5.5/10

    Matcha Matcha Mochi Parfait to-go
    Angelina G.

    Ordered the matcha mochi parfait and it did not disappoint. Loved the vanilla ice cream cornflake crunch combo. Mochi was soft and chewy, and not overly sweet. I tried each layer/ingredient solo before mixing it all together, and it tasted so good. Wait looked long but service moved fast and was greeted with friendly service. It is a great spot to sit down and catch up with friends. I will definitely be returning to try more items on their menu. Pro tip: get the parfait it to-go, it's so much easier to mix everything in the cup!

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    Winston L.

    After checking out The Spheres, we were looking for a snack, so we walked 5 blocks to Nana's Green Tea. There was a line to the door, which is usually a good sign. The food: Matcha soft serve with red bean and mochi - soft serve was at the perfect temperature and good tea flavor. I think the red bean is a good addition. Really fresh cone. Black Sesame Frappe w/Mochi - Matcha frappaccino with black sesame ice cream and mochi - a flavor combination I have not tried before but it's a great combo. Plenty of indoor seating. A very clean aesthetic with white walls and wooden furniture. We got our soft serve right away and got a buzzer for the Frappe. Highly recommend! Brendan's Rating: 5.0 Charlotte's Rating: 5.0 Shanying's Rating: 5.0 Winston's Rating: 5.0

    Janet N.

    A must try location! The katsu sandwich was very flavorful. The meat slices are thick and cooked to perfection without losing any juice. I was a little underwhelmed seeing the plain white bread but one bite and I felt this combo was superior. Of course I mainly came for the perfectly picturesque green tea ice cream so I tried a matcha Mochi Parfait. It has House made matcha pudding and syrup, matcha ice cream, vanilla soft serve ice cream, corn flakes, red bean paste, mochi, and whipped cream. I'd never liked red bean in other desserts but together in this parfait it was amazing! 10/10, no notes.

    Display case. Matcha muffin, matcha tiramisu, and cheesecakes
    Beverly E.

    If only every matcha spot was like this. Nana's has just about everything matcha you could want (or think of). From matcha lattes, to dessert options, to pastries and made-to-order meals. They also have other matcha / green tea options and hojicha drinks if you're looking for something different. The staff is great. I had a few questions because I couldn't decide what to order, and everyone was friendly and helpful - I was even able to add corn flakes to my matcha soft serve (which isn't listed on the menu), so it was nice to know I could customize it to my liking! The matcha tiramisu was the best I've had, and the hojicha latte with oat milk was just right. The flavor was nice and strong without being overpowering. Everything I had here truly stood out! I liked the variety on the menu and all of the different options. - it's extensive and you could find anything for everyone. It's one of the more memorable matcha spots I've been to, and I'd definitely stop by again the next time I'm in Seattle. If you love matcha like I do, definitely add this place to your list. I don't think you'll be disappointed.

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    Maelani R.

    Such a cute place! This was my first stop to get some matcha after I got settled at my hotel. The girl at the front was so friendly and I really appreciate the menu with the pictures (I'm a visual learner so this helped so much). I got a matcha float with mochi and it's so good. The matcha isn't too sweet and the mochi has a great texture and flavor the seating inside is also soo cute! I opted to sit outside and it was pretty quiet

    Hojicha Mochi Parfait, Hojicha fioat with mochi
    Jun L.

    My daughter recommended this Japanese dessert café after our celebration dinner at another restaurant. She had wanted to visit for a long time after hearing so many good things about it, so this was the perfect opportunity. The café itself is bright, modern, and absolutely adorable. It has a cozy, inviting atmosphere that makes it a great place to relax over dessert with family or friends. The menu is a dream for matcha and hojicha lovers. They offer an impressive variety of parfaits, floats, frappes, and lattes, with optional additions like mochi and red beans. It took us a while to decide because everything looked tempting. My daughter and I shared the Hojicha Mochi Parfait, while my son ordered the Hojicha Float with mochi. The parfait had a rich, authentic hojicha flavor and was generously layered with chewy mochi, crunchy cereal flakes, and creamy soft serve, giving it a wonderful mix of textures. The float was equally enjoyable, with a bold roasted hojicha flavor that wasn't overly sweet, and the mochi was a fun addition. The quality of the desserts was excellent, and while the prices are on the higher side, they reflect the quality of the ingredients and presentation. If you're a fan of matcha or hojicha, this is definitely a place worth visiting.

    Seasonal pumpkin parfait
    Louise F.

    I'd stick to the sweets here, always great. The food is fine. Satisfies the appetite but not on the same level as the desserts

    Matcha Warabimochi Parfait
    Samantha C.

    A lot of people recommended Nana's and I was impressed! Matcha Warabimochi Parfait House made matcha pudding and syrup, matcha ice cream, vanilla soft serve, corn flakes, red bean paste, warabimochi (jelly mochi), whipped cream Really delicious matcha flavor! You can tell it's high quality. Love all the accouterments with the parfait too! Black Sesame Frappe w/Mochi Matcha powder blended with ice and sweet milk topped with creamy black sesame ice cream and warabimochi. *Cannot adjust sugar levels* The best black sesame ice cream I've ever had!!! What a winner! Such a good dessert place!

    Anjelica C.

    Desserts - they have food here, but i've only ever tried the dessert. i love this place, we used to go to the one in hawaii but even then i only ever tried to the dessert. tons of options but anything with dango is my fav. the matcha is sweet but still has a good flavor to it. its not too strong. service - we usually just get it to go. comes out fast though! ambiance - on a nice summer day it can get busy but tons of seating inside and out. close enough to the convention center that people walk down.

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    Does your almond milk have sugar? I'm looking for unsweetened almond milk option

    No added sugar from my previous order /experience. It wasn't sweetened.

    Is this a place that is reasonable to do work on a laptop?

    Yes it is! Not too loud and lots of space

    Is there any gluten free options for the food?

    Most of their desserts are not gluten free but they have soft serve that could be gluten free as well as some or their rice bowls without the fried items.

    Do you guys accept cash?

    Hi Simon, we don't have any cash drawers to give change, so we can accept cash if there is an exact amount. We accept all credit cards, apple pay, google pay, and all the other methods of paying with a phone.

    Do you ice cream and parfaits have gelatin?

    Ice cream by itself no, parfaits have pudding on the bottom which does but it can be made without pudding.

    Is it open for indoor seating already?

    Yes

    Is the karaage gluten free?

    No it's not unfortunately, there is soy sauce in the marinade. Our Salmon Sashimi Don (without sauce) is the best GF option!

    Do they have AC?

    Due to COVID they only have outside seating at the moment. The inside does have AC but it will probably be on when indoor seating starts again.

    Is the ice cream pasteurized? Is it safe for pregnant women to eat?

    Yes! Both our soft serve and hard scooped ice cream is pasteurized!

    Are there space heaters in the outdoor dining area?

    Not yet! But we have heaters on order and are expecting them later in January.

    Is sit down dining available currently? It was showing on google that it wasn't available but Yelp says it is?

    They have limited indoor and outdoor seating available!

    Is it vegan? I saw the matcha base is non-sugar non-dairy, but not sure if that stands for the majority of their products- fiancé has dairy allergy and I LOVE matcha.

    Vegans just stay home it's the best way to not cause harm to animals!

    Are there vegan options?

    Yes, in terms of food you're only looking at one thing- Tofu salad. For dessert there's matcha latte with almond milk

    How do you handle parking?

    ^^ For downtown, free parking is after 8pm. Unless this location happens to be far enough away but I don't think so...

    What food(not dessert) item is worth getting?

    Katsu Curry and Chicken Nanban were good.

    What are the best times to avoid crowds on a weekday?

    1:00pm to 2:30pm and after 8pm. Basically anytime that passes lunch/dinner hours.

    Are there any desserts that are dairy free?

    They have a milk substitute option for 75 cents - oat or soy milk :)

    Is this somewhere you can chill and play board games or something?

    They don't provide you with board games. Guess you could bring your own, but right now it's still so busy and crowded... you would probably feel bad taking up space if you're done all your meal and desserts. Their tables are also aren't that big.… 

    Is WiFi available?

    Yea free wifi! Definitely.

    Is it officially open now? Do I still need to make a reservation to visit?

    It is open. I just walked up and ordered a few days ago. Be sure to show up early, because they ran out of a bunch of stuff when I went at around 2-3PM.

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