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. read more

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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 read more

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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. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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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. read more

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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. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Hojicha Mochi Parfait, Hojicha fioat with mochi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Matcha flavor is strong, but desserts could be better, especially the roll cake and basque cheesecake could be creamier read more

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After having dinner in the area, we wanted a sweet treat for dessert. There's only a few street parking places on the street this place is located but given that it was a Tuesday evening, we were able to snag a spot. We tried the matcha warabimochi parfait and it was really tasty. I thought the elements worked really well together, especially the crunch of the corn flakes. They have an expansive menu with regular food too which we were surprised to see. I'll have to come back and try some of their black sesame based things too since I've heard good things about it. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Matcha Warabimochi Parfait - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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I hadn't been back to Nana's Green Tea in about two years, so I was excited to stop by again during my Seattle trip. Thankfully they are open today on the Fourth of July (they will just close a little earlier for the holiday), and I was happy to see that not much has changed since my last visit. Without even realizing it, I ended up ordering the exact same drink I got the first time: a Matcha Float with mochi. I guess you really can't go wrong with it because it's still just as creamy and satisfying as I remembered. The only tiny downside is that it only comes with three small mochi balls, so for almost $9 I wish there were a few more. However, the quality of the matcha is consistently excellent, sooo I don't regret coming back. They have wonderful customer service too! The employee helping me at the register was incredibly patient while I stood there trying to decide what to order. As an awkward introvert, I always feel a little flustered when ordering, but she never made me feel rushed or uncomfortable. She asked my sweetness preference for the Matcha Float, whether I wanted to dine in or take everything to go, and even carefully packed up my yuzu green tea packet with the rest of my order. She was very kind and thoughtful so just wanna say I really appreciate how welcoming she was. Even from my last Seattle visit two years ago, I still remember the employees being helpful and friendly here. I also have to recommend their desserts from my previous visit. (I skipped the sweets this time due to my budget but I still suggest picking up some of their sweets!). The Matcha Basque Cheesecake and the Matcha Tiramisu were both absolutely delicious, and I still remember how amazing they tasted even two years later. The tiramisu is only around $7 and is definitely worth trying if you're a matcha lover. This visit, I picked up their yuzu green tea packet to take home (last time, I got the hojicha). Each packet contains 15 individual tea bags and costs about $10 (not bad for how much tea is in each tea bag). They also sell matcha powder and other tea goodies. I'm looking forward to brewing the yuzu green tea at home since a good cup of hot tea is always comforting, especially when I'm sick (I've been recovering from a cold so tea has been a lifesaver to warm me up!). I actually stopped by for lunch since I didn't eat breakfast, and ordered the Sukiyaki Don (it was much more satisfying than I expected). I was craving a beef bowl and Nana's was one of the few places in the area within walking distance from my work, that was actually open for the holiday today, lucky me! It came with miso soup and a soft-boiled egg, and I was pleasantly surprised to find tofu and mushrooms in the bowl alongside the beef. It left me FULL, my tummy happy, heck yeah. Costs almost $20 but worth satisfying a craving. I won't lie.. I somehow managed to spend about $40 today between my meal, drink, and tea to take home. More than I intended to spend but no regrets, because everything was delicious and the quality has remained consistently high over the years. The only thing that made my visit a little uncomfortable wasn't the café itself. There were quite a few homeless individuals lingering around the front of the building, so I decided against dining out front like I had originally planned since I wanted to enjoy the nice weather, but one of them was panhandling me so I promptly left (thankfully I asked for my order to be packaged for takeout). That's obviously outside of the café's control, and it didn't affect the food or service at all. They still had many seats available inside but probably because it's the holiday. If I recall, the place was packed during the afternoon when I last visited on a weekday. I will still say that Nana's Green Tea continues to be one of my favorite matcha spots whenever I'm in Seattle. Between the consistently high-quality matcha, delicious meals and desserts, excellent selection of teas to bring home, and genuinely exemplary customer service, it's a place I'll happily keep returning to whenever I'm back in town and have the time to visit. read more

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Great place to get matcha themed desserts. A dime in a dozen in Japan. But a rarity in the US despite matcha being trendy for several years. And who doesn't love dessert? The interior of this Nana's is spacious and bright. It's a perfect replacement for university-aged students to replace any Starbucks that may have closed. read more

2nd time here! Best parfait, must visit when you visit Seattle! Their matcha parfait just so good, that it will wow you! read more

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Amazing food and amazing vibes! Came here for the tea, Hoji-cha specifically, and it was fulfilling. The chicken katsu curry was tasted great, my only gripe is that I wish it was sweeter and/or spicier, or at least have the option to do so. I believe this place is known for their matcha and from what I saw with other customers, it looked good! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Chicken Katsu Curry & Hoji-Cha - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Had this for the first time in Hawaii and loved it. But, I was disappointed with this location... Nana's green tea specializes in Japanese desserts mainly being matcha and hojicha. This location had an inside with lots of seating, greenery, and even savory food options for lunch like katsu plates. Their service is really efficient and the workers were moving pretty fast when it came to serving for those dining in or takeout. They had a sign for takeout seating being only outside, but this is probably in the case of when they reach capacity inside because they didn't seem to care when people stayed in! I got my classic matcha vanilla swirl with added mochi. It was very vanilla heavy not much matcha and the mochi was kind of hard? Adding mochi already costs an extra couple of bucks so I was let down by that. Just seemed like the quality wasn't that great at this location, but still enjoyed the ambiance and soft serve! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Matcha Vanilla Swirl with mochi - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came here for quick coffee/ match fix! The service was attentive and fast. It wasn't too busy around the morning The ambiance is quiet and clean. You are able to sit down and work/study for a bit if needed! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Hojicha & matcha ice cold brown sugar latte - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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My sweet tooth and Asian desserts cannot be separated. Nana's Green Tea has been such a reliable place for a sweet treat! There's variety, whether you're into black sesame, matcha, hojicha, and or red bean. My go-to order has always been the black sesame mochi parfait or black sesame warabi mochi parfait. It's creamy, nutty, crunchy, and chewy in all the right ways! Truly a textural experience in your mouth with the mochi, the black sesame ice cream, and the corn flakes. I find myself indulging in every bite! In terms of the ambiance, it's giving minimalist chic. By no means is it a party spot, but if you want to eat something delicious while pretending you're in a cafe in Japan, this is your spot. I have been meaning to try their other desserts...I will surely report back when I do! The hot food also appears promising and I will surely give it a try next time I'm at Nana's! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Black Sesame Mochi Parfait - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Nanas is a pretty cute matcha spot to get some work done or just stop by for a drink or ice cream. The black seasame ice cream is pretty inexpensive and delicious! The inside is nice to sit and work for a while, and the workers are friendly and pretty quick with drinks. Usually not too busy! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Black sesame ice cream - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Been on my list for a while now, so I was super excited to finally check it out! Came on a Friday in a group of 4 a little after 5:30 after checking out the Amazon Spheres. Wait was really short, and we were at the front in a few minutes. Things I tried: - Matcha Ice Cream - I think my expectations were a little too high because I thought the ice cream was a little too bitter lol. I've tried the seven different levels of matcha ice cream in Japan and actually really enjoyed the seventh and most bitter level, but the matcha ice cream here seemed to be a little too bitter without enough of the punch of matcha to go alongside it - Black Sesame Ice Cream - will definitely be getting this the next time I visit a Nana's Green Tea! This was so good and almost felt like you were eating the inside of a black sesame bun from an Asian bakery Would be opening to coming back and trying their parfaits and other ice cream flavors (and would come back for their black sesame ice cream)! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Black Sesame Ice Cream - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Nana's Green Tea has always been my go to for quick yet satisfying lunch place. You order from the counter once walking in, then seat yourself with a number, and the food will be brought out to you. Chicken Nanban rice place comes with miso soup, salad, and potato salad. The chicken crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, which pairs perfectly with rice. I didn't get matcha drinks this time, but they were also good when I had it before. Now the not so good part. You will need to clean the table yourself by bringing plates to the the dirty dishes area, which had a lot of flies. It's kinda gross. The place has a lot of echoing. There was a large group who were quite loud, and even my noise canceling headphones could not completely block out the noise. So if you want to come to study/work, it may not be the place... read more

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Very great spot for some green tea and matcha! Service was nice and friendly! We had their Matcha Mochi Parfait and had a good time here! Great snack! The place itself is really nice as well! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Matcha Mochi Parfait - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Such a wide variety of lattes and soft serve from matcha, sesame, red bean, and more! They also have regular coffee latte options but didn't have any regular decaf options. We shared a matcha soft serve, sesame latte, and a matcha latte. Everything was really good. They do have soy and oat milk options for an upcharge. They also have food and other desserts such as cake and cake rolls! The place was very clean and they had nice restrooms as well. read more

I love nana's green tea. I think it's definitely one of the best places to get a matcha latte in Seattle and you know that the quality is good every time. I love getting their parfaits and it's shareable with a friend or two. They have pretty fast service and it's a great spot to study or do some work. I got their hojicha parfait this time and the ice cream had a perfect balance of nutty and sweet. The mochi was chewy and had a good bounce to it and I loved the jelly at the bottom. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Hojicha Mochi Parfait - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Disclaimer that I was one of the first few patrons in the morning as they opened! I ordered the matcha mochi parfait which comes with one scoop of matcha ice cream, 3 mochi balls, 1 scoop of sweet red bean paste, whipped cream with matcha syrup on top of vanilla ice cream. Below the vanilla ice cream are matcha jelly cubes in syrup. The ambiance is beautiful and the staff brought our order to our table. We picked up a number plate and chose our own seat. There is a fair amount of indoor seating and outdoor seating if needed. The matcha ice cream has a strong matcha taste as opposed to sweet. The red bean paste tasted overly sweet on the flip side. I think they were meant to compliment each other but the red bean paste was very overpowering. The flakes added really nice texture and reminded me of my childhood. The mochi wasn't anything crazy-- chewy but didn't have any flavor on their own. One of the matcha jelly pieces I bit seemed to have some ice crystals on one end. The bussing station had plastic parfait spoons so it was process to share the parfait between two people! read more

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Came here after checking into my hotel. Solid proportions and pretty good taste. Got the Katsu Curry with miso soup and it filled me up. I ordered dessert but that was too much haha. It's a more casual restaurant, order at the front and then they bring u the food. Was able to find a table and the food was quick. Was enjoyable eat alone with the ambiance. Would recommend! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Came for desserts. Not bad to satisfy our sweet tooth. If you're not into green tea then keep scrolling. If you're thinking about come here as a big group then keep scrolling...unless you're planning to head over when it's not a busy time. Seating is challenging. If you do decide to come by, be courteous for other guests and limit your time after you're all done enjoying your desserts. Thank you! :) read more

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I've been eyeing Nana's Green Tea ever since moving here two years ago and wow, it absolutely lived up to the hype. This place is a matcha lover's dream. I had the black sesame frappe with mochi, which was rich, nutty, and perfectly balanced: not too sweet (I'm not a sweetened matcha person), just right. My partner got the seasonal purple sweet potato latte and it was stunning both visually and flavor-wise. The drinks are so unique, we both enjoyed the elements we had to enjoy with a spoon. We also grabbed the sweet potato Mont Blanc to share later, and honestly, I'm still thinking about it. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, high-quality and thoughtful. Yes, it's a bit on the pricey side, but the quality makes it feel mostly worth it. This was easily some of the best matcha I've ever had: super smooth, earthy, rich and vibrant. The space itself is also lovely: bright, open, and super inviting. Plenty of seating indoors or out if that's your jam, whether you want to chill solo (I saw some folks working on laptops) or catch up with friends. We're already planning our return visit, but next time, we're staying for food too! read more

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I finally got to reunite with Nana's Green Tea! I still love the black sesame mochi parfait the most. It was just like I remembered it. It is such a simple dessert but it blows my mind every time. I was excited to hear they are finally expanding to California. I will definitely be there to compare it to all the various locations I've been to. read more

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Rounding out a downtown day of dining we strolled into Nana's with our dessert stomachs empty. For matcha lovers, this place is like paradise. So many matcha desserts to choose from: drinks, ice cream, parfaits, baked goods. You name it they'll have it. The matcha soft serve was excellent, oozing that earthy flavor. Might be stopping here every night on our trip. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Matcha Soft Serve - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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We had a great time here after attending a conference this was a great spot. The food menu allows a mix of Japanese curry, poke and other neat eats with rice. Lots of matcha options and the service was super sweet. I was really impressed with the ask about the sweetness as I'm trying to watch my intake the staff gave us an idea of how many scoops of sweetener and how we could adjust. The ambiance inside is very nice like a garden, the bussing station was very clean and it seemed like a lot smoother of an experience compared to last year. I'm happy :) read more

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Delicious food and matcha?! I got the matcha frappe and asked for it to be slightly sweeter than usual, plus the tonkatsu sando! The matcha frappe hits per usual and no complaints there. As for the tonkatsu sando, it did not disapoint me at all! The size was perfect, bread was light and airy and the tonkatsu was fried perfectly without having that greasy feeling. Yummy! With how busy it usually is, the service tends to be quick but they're still overall very nice. It can get a bit snug inside and they do offer outdoor seating too, YET will say that that can also fill up quickly depending on the day. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Tonkatsu Sandwich (Fried Pork) - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

This was my first time visiting the Seattle location! The service is so amazing here! The workers are very kind and inviting. The vibes in the restaurant is perfect for a relaxing day out with your friends. The food paired with the delicious parfaits is my favorite part. Compared to the Bellevue Location, it feels a lot more calming and peaceful. My friends and I cleaned our plates and were pleasantly surprised with how tasty it was. I will be coming again soon!! read more

Get the parfait! I opted for the Hojicha one instead of matcha and was pleasantly surprised. It was really really good! I also got the matcha tiramisu that was in the glass case. Do not get!!!!!!!! The cake tasted so old, stale, and I could hardly taste any matcha flavor. Save your money for the fresh items. They have tons of tables outside to sit with your dog. However the outside table is considered to go so your parfait won't come in a pretty cup. It comes in a plastic to go cup. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Hojicha parfait and matcha tiramisu (do not recommend) - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Great place if you love matcha and black sesame! Can't always find places that offer black sesame dessert options. Clean and modern interior. Nice seating areas but can get busy. Service is straightforward and professional. Got several items, all were good - my favorite was the black sesame float with matcha. A lot to choose from! read more

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Nana's green tea is always a safe option for dessert/matcha! It can get busy, but today I didn't have to wait around for a table. Service is pretty fast and the interior is very nice and has a decent amount of seating. I love the matcha parfait, I'm just not a fan of the jelly that's in it, but the cornflakes and ice cream combo is so good, I would recommend! read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Matcha Mochi Parfait, matcha latte - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Cute little cafe that's aesthetic and clean. Lots and lots of matcha options it was overwhelming. I just settled on matcha ice cream with mochi and it was solid. I crushed my tiny bowl lol It is expensive overall expect to pay $7-9 for a portion of whatever you're getting this is likely due to matcha shortage and just general inflated downtown pricing read more

I had been looking forward to trying this place for a while, and I'm glad I finally did. The ambiance is modern, with both indoor and outdoor seating. The indoor area can get a bit loud, but I imagine the outdoor seating would be lovely on a sunny day. I ordered the matcha mochi parfait, which included house-made matcha pudding and syrup, matcha ice cream, vanilla soft serve, cornflakes, red bean paste, mochi, and whipped cream. The combination of textures and flavors was fantastic. The cornflakes added a crunchy, slightly salty contrast that worked really well. The matcha ice cream had a very strong flavor I'd suggest mixing it with the vanilla soft serve to mellow it out. The red bean paste and mochi were fresh and complemented the dessert nicely. I wasn't particularly fond of the jelly/pudding component, but overall, the parfait was very satisfying and definitely large enough to share between two people. read more

Long lines + cute interior with lots of green plants and wooden decor + friendly service. We got the black sesame latte ($7.25) and sakura matcha parfait ($15.50). The parfait was okay, it looks pretty in pictures, but I wouldn't pay $15 again for cereal and jello. Black sesame latte tastes exactly how it sounds for those who want a strong flavor that's not sweet. read more

Nana’s Green Tea - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Wish we had a Nana's Green Tea in my home town. There were a LOT of different options with matcha, hojicha, red bean, black sesame, etc. Tried the matcha with red bean and mochi, and the black sesame with black sesame ice cream and both were yummy! The matcha cake with red bean cream filling was pretty good, too - because of the filling. The cake was a little on the drier side, but was fine with the filling. We came for dessert, but there's also a small selection of katsu. They take your order and bring the items to your table, so that's nice. The decor is bright and a cool place to hang out while enjoying dessert. Other people ordered the parfaits, (which look amazing!) and it was a popular place. If I'm ever back in Seattle, I'm getting the black sesame again. read more

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This is the OG matcha spot, you really can't miss if you order from here. The regular iced matcha latte had a solid umami taste and creamy texture- exactly what you want from a matcha. They normally add 3 pumps of simple syrup to the latte, but I asked for 2 instead which was the perfect level for me. The ambiance is cute and the service was unexpectedly speedy which I never expect but always appreciate. Cannot recommend it enough! Parking: street parking read more

Nana’s Green Tea - regular iced matcha latte - Japanese Near Me - Seattle, Washington

We stayed at Residence Inn and loved that we were literally steps away from this place. It was a nice spot to get dessert after our dinners. The soft serve was pretty good. And I loved the parfait. We saw a lot of other people ordering entrees from here and they looked pretty good. Cafe seems pretty modern and clean, it's a good place to just chill and chat. I would definitely come back here. read more