Ogawa Coffee is a coffee roaster founded in Kyoto. I've been looking forward to visit their Boston location for their matcha latte and hojicha latte. We arrived when they just opened at 9 on a Saturday but the cafe was already half full. After the taste test, I prefer their hojicha over matcha. I will try their coffee next time as this is what they're actually known for. ＊Hojicha Latte $6.75 It is so difficult to find a high-quality hojicha latte in the US. My bf has never had hojicha latte and he described it as a "melted hojicha ice cream". As the tea was roasted, it didn't carry the grassy flavor like matcha. It had an almost cocoa-like deep and intense flavor. ＊Matcha Latte $6.75 The matcha latte was good but didn't really impress me to be honest. Not sure which type of matcha powder did they use. I thought it was ceremonial grade but not the finer or finest one. Just a note that I saw their barista whisked the matcha and hojicha in a paper cup(?). This whisking method was questionable to me, but I didn't find any clumps on the bottom of my lattes so perhaps it was fine. ＊BLTE Sandwich $12.50 ＊Chive & Cheddar Scone $4.50 We tried their breakfast food but it was a miss unfortunately. The BLTE was fresh and delicious, but quite overpriced imo. The chive and cheddar scone tasted bland and stale. I gave up after a few bites. read more

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Stopped by for a quick little afternoon pick me up and enjoyed my hojicha latte! It had really nice roasted notes. Not only did the foam had strong hojicha flavors, but also the latte itself. The drip coffee was also solid. The space itself is pretty cute! Besides the regular tables there was also an area with 3 giant staircases that you can freely sit on with blocks to serve as side tables. Staff were polite and drinks came out at a reasonable time. No issues with the guest wifi. Pastries looked yummy too but didn't get a chance to try. Don't forget to bus your dishes! read more

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Stopped by on Saturday for a matcha latte. The reasons why I wont be returning: 1) over priced matcha $9.10 2) they forgot my order 3) the drink had matcha chunks which isn't very pleasant while drinking 4) the space can use some tidy up, it was very busy, but a worker can make sure the space is clean. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Pretty full and lively when we stopped by around 11am on a Friday. There is some limited seating. There was no line, but it did take a while for the coffee to come out. I got a hazelnut latte with oat milk and this was really good!. The latte art was pretty. I would come back again for another cup of coffee! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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This is my wife's favorite matcha spot, and we frequent this place when we both have the day off on the weekdays. The food is great but the drinks are to die for. The matcha is freshly made and poured precisely into your dairy of choice. Just slightly bitter like matcha should taste! The service is order first at the counter and then find a seat. It's quite busy! So get there early and get a spot! read more

I've never been to a place that was so busy and quiet at the same time but I loved how chill it was. We had a mocha, a dirty chai, and a Bacon, Egg, and Avocado bagel. Everything was delicious, came out quick, and the staff was friendly. Seating is minimal and all communal so be aware, but it wasn't an issue for us as we found a seat easily as it's a largely transient crowd. I want to come back and try some of the coffee straight up and definitely want another one of those bagels... read more

Ogawa Coffee - Dirty chai - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Smoked maple latte was excellent - I had it both times I visited and didn't want to try anything else. I usually stick with lattes because most flavored lattes are too sweet and lose the taste and aroma of the espresso. The smoked maple is perfectly not sweet. If you have the room, then try the pastries. Almond croissant was flaky and tasty, and again, not too sweet. If you have time, have your coffee there in a mug and sit on the stair seating in the back or along the short bar across from it. read more

I didn't find the people that friendly or welcoming. No one was standing at the register. I had to stand there till someone noticed. My hot matcha was $11 with lavender and almond milk and I didn't think it was very good. Was expecting it to be better bc the place is Japanese. But it was a bit dirty. Had to clean my table and chair myself. The bathroom was out of toilet paper. read more

Got the iced matcha latte here and it was great. Very strong matcha flavor and the oatmilk didn't overpower it (which can happen in lattes). The area to place and pick up your order gets really cramped and crowded so it's best to sit on the bleacher seats against the wall to be out the way. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Not much to say. The matcha latte was bitter, likely due to low quality matcha. The matcha cake roll was interesting, I appreciate the creativity. The sauce on the plate is art fully executed and the gelatin cubes are made with coffee/espresso. But the ice cream is just hood brand and very average. The pourover was atrocious. Tasted of nothing but roasty coffee. No flavor notes, no fruits, no citrus, no silk finish. Honestly a waste of $9 for a pourover. If I could get my money back I would. Thankfully now I know and I won't come back when I'm looking for a nice cup of coffee. They are better off just serving drip brew and they won't have to spend the time on doing pourover since it has none of the good qualities that come along with it anyways. Overall, it's a cool cafe, it's a fun little spot but it's over priced, not very high quality food/drink and I would prefer to spend my money elsewhere. read more

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On my last visit to Boston I needed my caffeine fix before leaving for the airport so I took my partner to Ogawa, where I had my first matcha latte in the city maybe five or six years ago. First impressions- still just as popular as I expected, especially with young people and college students doing work on their laptops. Seating is limited... few tables and the tiered wooden bleacher-like seating which I think they might want to consider redoing. When I sat down after getting my drinks I noticed the whole structure wobbled whenever someone got up, walked up or down the levels. I ordered a lavender latte and my partner got hojicha. We were visiting from San Francisco and were pretty shocked by the high price of our drinks ($8-9) since we can get quality matcha/hojicha lattes back home for less than that, in what we thought would be a more expensive city. I'm chalking this up to there being fewer options for matcha in Boston, and maybe the location. Both drinks were creamy and the perfect warm treat on a chilly day. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Houjicha Tea Latte and Vanilla Lavender Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I was genuinely excited to try Ogawa Coffee for the first time, especially given the hype and positive press. Unfortunately, my experience at 9:57 AM on 02/11/2026 left a deeply negative impression. I went in to treat a friend for his birthday. When I ordered a 16 oz hot chai latte, the cashier (listed as Chris on the receipt) stared at me without responding. There was no acknowledgment, confirmation, or engagement. Because she made no effort to communicate, I leaned forward and repeated my order clearly. There was still no reaction. When the drinks came out, my friend received a 12 oz instead of the 16 oz that I had clearly and repeatedly ordered. Beyond receiving the wrong drink, we left feeling othered, dismissed, and unwelcome. What made the situation more uncomfortable was the clear contrast in how other customers were treated. White and Asian patrons immediately before and after us received visible warmth, responsiveness, and clear communication. That level of engagement did not extend to my friend and me. I shared this experience via email immediately after the visit. It has now been a month and five days since I first reached out. The response I received acknowledged that I felt uncomfortable but largely framed the issue as a difference in communication style rather than addressing the observable disparity in treatment or the incorrect drink. While polite, it did not resolve the tangible or emotional impact of the visit. Intent aside, impact matters. A birthday treat turned into an alienating and disappointing experience. This was my first visit, and it will be my last. I would caution others, particularly Black and Brown patrons, to be aware that your experience may not reflect the welcoming image presented publicly. read more

Delicious drinks, cozy atmosphere, definitely worth a visit. Unfortunately the matcha was out when I visited but the hojicha latte was a great substitute! I've never had such a rich, decadent hojicha latte before. The place itself is spacious but it does fill up fast. There is a communal table and a big staircase on one of the walls where you can sit on the steps (super common layout in Japan). Service was friendly and drinks didn't take too long to come out. Definitely want to try out their food and their matcha on another visit! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Houjicha Tea Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

What a lovely and interesting coffee shop! We stopped here for some morning coffee and breakfast, and we were pleasantly surprised by the great service and friendly staff! Our coffee was delicious and such a treat! The bagel sandwich was interesting with a balance of a subtle spice and slight sweetness. The matcha roll cake was my highlight and loved the little additions on the side. Will be back next time I'm in town. read more

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I've been here twice now because of my husband's love of the freedom trail! Solid matcha and 4.5 stars for hojicha lattes that I typically don't see on menus! Nice spot to read a little bit but it does get busy. Could be just the day that I was there (nice fall Sunday, lots of foot traffic) but tables were a bit dirty. Would recommend if you're looking for a good matcha/hojicha drink and you're in the area. read more

SUCH AN AMAZING ICED MATCHA!! i was very nervous that id be spending $9 on just an okay matcha, but this was worth trying. to be honest, it reminded me of how matcha cafe maiko's iced matcha tastes handful of seating inside but was busy on a saturday at 11am! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Iced Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Best matcha in Boston. Don't come here if you're expecting a super sweet starbucks type matcha, this one is THICC and you definitely taste more matcha than milk. It's actually a popular branch in Japan, and this is the only US location. The downside is it's pretty expensive for the size, it came out to be like $10. Seating is also scarce because its packed, there was a line when i came in. I'll be back though, other matcha lattes dont taste the same to me after trying it read more

Ogawa Coffee - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Came back again and it was even busier than usual! Although all their tables are usually full, if you stand around for about 10min, you can usually snag a spot somewhere. I always order their ham egg and cheese with sweet chili sauce because it really is the best bagel sandwich I've (probably) ever tried! I constantly crave it due to how light but filling it is, not leaving me feeling too heavy afterwards. I also enjoy their matcha, hojicha, and Vietnamese coffees, all made super well and all being fairly strong drinks! Their matcha especially keeps me awake for a long time, more than others I've tried. Overall, I love this little cafe and plan to try more of their food and drinks every time I go, they are a great find in the bustling downtown! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Very cute a cozy cafe in the downtown Boston area! It's a Kyoto based coffee chain, and this is the only location in America as far as I know. Can get very crowded, but on a weekday late morning there was still plenty of seating. They only have a few tables, some bar seating, and a three tiered large stair (which has the most availability). Could be more comfortable if they added some cushions. It's pretty bright inside with classical music playing in the background. Matcha latte 9/10: It's definitely on the pricier end but unfortunately I'm starting to get used to $8/9 drinks. I really like their matcha, they make it super creamy and it's sweetened just a little but not too much. To me, it has a strong tea taste without being too bitter or grassy. Avocado toast 7/10: The avocado toast is good, but nothing super special and not worth the price of around $12-13 for something I could make at home. Although that's on me since thats pretty expected anytime you order avocado toast at a cafe or restaurant. It comes with a side salad which is also fine, but the tomatoes were pretty bland. Lastly, maybe the not so good, service: The barista taking my order was just not kind. Hoping it was an off day, but I do believe when you're working in customer service being friendly is a required part of the job. I don't really care at all for small talk but at least a smile would be nice. When I walked up to order I initiated by saying hi, and she did not say hi or smile back. After ordering, all she said was "name?" extremely flatly and then the cost of my items. I'm pretty sure that's all she said to me, even after I said thanks. I was thinking of making my review 3 stars based on that interaction, but will give the benefit of the doubt and the other baristas who made my drink and handed me the food did smile plus I do enjoy the matcha so keeping at 4. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Matcha latte and avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Order was wrong corrected at register and again when drink was delivered. Ordered iced got hot matcha. Ordered sesame got everything bagel. I even tipped...obviously regret it. Iced matcha was $9 which is super expensive more so than in So Cal. It was good. Got kiyomizu pour over and was good. Pricey but good if they get your order right. Sat at bar watching barista in training. Cute little place read more

The good - best matcha in Boston, the coffee is incredible. They spare no expense (money, time) on crafting an incredible latte. The bad - staff are kind of messy. They don't know what's going on and give you the look when you ask for something. Prices are super high (8.50 for a small latte!) and wait times are so long. They don't clarify the default matcha latte is sweetened (?!) and won't remake it for you after you paid 9 bucks. I'll come back because it's the best latte in Boston. It'll just be on a weekend when I have nothing else to do. read more

After coming back from Japan, I was craving a hojicha latte so I saw that this cafe is literally a branch from Japan!! So I had high expectations that their lattes would taste great. It was a rainy day and surprisingly, the cafe was quite busy around 8:30am. I ordered the following: Avocado Toast: I thought this was ok. Great for a quick breakfast since I came out with an empty stomach. I would rate it 7/10 since it was very basic. Came with a small salad, a spicy mayo on top of avocado and a toasted slice of bread. Definitely will look to try a different dish next time! Warm Hojicha Latte (I wanted that latte art that they're known for): THIS was amazing!! I rate it 10/10! Super creamy and lightly sweet, perfect for my taste. It made me miss Japan a lot so I was glad there was a cafe serving Hojicha latte locally AND with latte art!! The art is such a dopamine boost, not all cafes do this either. I'm also usually an iced latte girly, but the warm hojicha latte kept me warm since that day was cold. Definitely recommend this cafe to everyone! read more

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Always love coming by here when in the area. The owner is an award winning coffee expert, if I recall from my own barista days. It's a little pricey, but really unique and tasty offerings. I love the inside, though it can get crowded, the seating area is really unique and fun read more

Ogawa's actually from Japan and this is the only US location! Got the classic hojicha to go (they do matcha and hojicha best!) and the staff here are also so sweet and funny! Got an almond croissant to go with it :) They have a sit down roll cake menu, so I wanna come back next time in Boston! Best variety of seating indoors, and good study space too imo. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Hojicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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We came here this morning for breakfast and drinks. The drinks were good basic chai and coffee. It was nice the cashier asked us what type of milk we wanted. However, the bagel sandwiches were awful. We ordered egg and cheese on wheat everything bagel and They looked good and freshly made, with over hard eggs. But the wheat everything bagel had no flavor and sandwiches were drenched in oil and tasted like oil. There was actually oil dripping off of the sandwich. It was actually the worst bagel sandwich I've had, made me feel sick, and we couldn't even finish half of our sandwiches. For $40 for the two drinks and sandwiches (including tip), I was not impressed. Not sure I would return for food, but the drinks were fine. There are large bleachers to sit down and a few small tables throughout. There is also one gender-neutral bathroom. read more

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Pros: The bagels and coffee are both great! The matcha latte, in particular, is quite unique. It happened to be my birthday that day, and a lovely lady made a beautiful latte art for me! They don't do this every time--it completely depends on how busy they are. Cons: There's no parking nearby, making it very inconvenient unless you're willing to spend $30 for nearby parking garage, which is not worth it. I recommend taking Uber or walking. The café is quite small, with lots of customers, making it feel crowded. There's no online ordering--you have to line up to order in person, which can be time-consuming. read more

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The Vietnamese coffee was so good! I got the lox bagel and it was pretty good as well. The real shocker was the muffin, it had carrots in it like a carrot cake muffin and it was surprisingly very good. read more

#12 in my NEW ENGLAND & NY COFFEE SHOP SERIES Was super excited to try this place because of the reviews! Plus it's been on my Yelp list for a long time. However, pretty disappointing:( My friends and I would all consider ourselves daily coffee drinkers and we were all disappointed in our vanilla lattes (both iced and hot). The iced vanilla latte tasted really watered down. And the drinks are expensive! There are a lot of communal tables and seats. It's a great place to study if you can do lots of noise and busyness. Overall, the drinks are expensive for what you get... read more

Ogawa Coffee - Vanilla Latte ($7.50) -- not worth it - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Great place to stop by for some coffee or matcha in Boston's. The place was pretty packed for a Friday morning. The matcha latte was great and tasted like good quality matcha. The latte art was also a nice touch. Prices are a bit steep for a latte, but at least it taste good! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Really cute cafe that is Japanese background. Everything was very good and came out at a decent time. They have limited food menu, but big enough where everyone can get what they want for a quick breakfast. Lattes are SO cute!!!! Seating is limited! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Cafe Latte chocolate croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Ogawa is one of my favorite matcha shops in America! I visit Ogawa every time I come to Boston! Matcha latte is strong, creamy and just sweet enough. Ambiance is also super nice, but sometimes hard to find a place to sit down, especially hard if you're looking to get some work done. But overall, love this shop and would recommend to any matcha lover! read more

Ogawa Coffee - Matcha latte, hojicha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

My partner and I got a matcha rose latte and iced hojicha latte - TASTE: 4/5 - slightly bitter matcha paired w sweet rose syrup in my latte. The hojicha was satisfying too, though maybe could've used more powder for a stronger taste TEXTURE: 4/5 - the matcha latte was creamy and the rose petals were a nice touch PRICE: 4/5 - subtotal came to $17; the matcha rose latte was pricier at $10 SERVICE: 4/5 - walked in at 2:30pm on a Friday, and the space was mostly full. Got our order less than 10min later ATMOSPHERE: 4/5 - narrow space with lovely, tall ceilings. Most of the seats at the communal tables were filled w folks on their laptops, and was different seeing stadium seating in the back TAKEOUT: 4/5 - appreciated that, although our order was to go, the matcha rose latte was still nicely presented, without its lid, for a photo op PARKING: 4/5 - got a metered street spot on Arch St and walked 5min read more

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I want to like this place so bad, I go every other week in hopes that they're just having a bad day, but that isn't the case. There is always a long wait, 25% of the time they forget about my order. When the order comes, its a below average cup of coffee or latte, and charging $7 for a small latte is highway robbery. If you need a place to hang and work, sure, its a good vibe, but otherwise I would avoid. read more

The matcha art was beautiful. But the matcha was a bit spendy even if considered a high quality matcha latte (over $9 for a 10 oz with no tip!). The drink was pretty rich but also bitter so make sure to ask for sweetener. For a place known for their matcha, I was disappointed to find large chunks of matcha at the bottom. I don't think it was fully incorporated. I wasn't wowed for the price. The wait was quite long and it was very cramped inside. We wanted to sit but no seats. No problem; I understand it is the weekend. It did look like some people were camped out studying for a while. read more

Brief Summary: - Coffee is not sour - Coffee beans can be sold separately - Indoor seating - Bus your dishes at the end of the hall - Order is called by your name One of the coffee places that interested us in going when we arrived in Boston. The cafe is situated in a quaint building with tall windows welcoming guests from the entrance. There are tables of different seating counts inside. In the back, there is a large bleacher seating area. In total, I visited Ogawa Coffee twice in the short vacation time. In the first visit, we focused on having an early breakfast and enjoy a hot cup of coffee. There was a line but it went by fast, and there were more guests ordering a cup and head on their way rather than sit. I ordered a cup of latte, the pour-over coffee with one of the coffee blends; we chose the Kyoto blend, and the matcha rose latte (this is a special/seasonal menu). Food, we ordered two bagel sandwiches with different fillings and one egg salad sandwich. When the food or the coffee is ready, a name is called, so I was being careful of listening for it. Once the staff confirmed our sitting location, they brought the food dishes all at once. The drinks were called earlier and these were in different orders. The fastest was the latte, then the matcha rose latte, and finally the house pour-over. This one arrived in a tray with a siphon like pitcher and a beautiful little cup (black with momiji leaves). It was a elegant presentation. The two bagel sandwiches didn't come with a side salad, but the egg salad sandwich did with a dressing poured over in advance. The bagel sandwiches were not toasted, so overall the sandwich texture was soft. Even the egg salad sandwich was lightly or barely toasted, despite the toast marks. I enjoyed the egg salad sandwich flavor, and I also loved how there was a mix of lettuce and tomato for a equal ratio of vegetable and the egg. The pour-over coffee was a delight. Despite it being a purely black coffee, there was no hint of sourness, very easy to drink. It was also an extra nice touch that there were seconds. The latte was delicious as well, more coffee flavor over the milk. The least sparkle was the matcha rose latte. The appearance is very pretty and photogenic, but when I drank it, the rose flavor overwhelm and hid the matcha. On the second visit, the weather was hotter, so we chose cold drinks. I asked for an iced coffee and the iced hojicha latte. I have seen a couple of guests walk out with the hojicha latte, so I decided to give that one a try. My first impression of the iced coffee is that I should have asked for an iced latte. It arrived as a cold coffee with no sugar added, so while it wasn't sour or bitter it was closer to an iced tea. The iced hojicha tea latte was an odd one I'll say. There was a powdery aftertaste on each sip, as though the hojicha wasn't dissolved well. I didn't get much of the tea flavor either. Overall, if I want to visit Ogawa Coffee once more, I'll skip the tea and the cold drinks and choose hot drinks. I'll also explore the lunch menu further. read more

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Super cute spot right in down town, unfortunately parking is always a pain haha. If you have a friend or partner with you we usually just double park with hazards on and the other runs in. They have super cute coffee art but today we. Decided on a couple matcha latte's i def could taste the matcha it was refreshing and flavorful. They are slammed mid day when we went so it took a bit to get the drinks but that just means others enjoy this spot like we do. Go check out some of the cute art they do with their drinks and try them out read more

Ogawa Coffee - Outside since i was the driver haha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This is such a good coffee shop to go to if you're looking for a little bit higher quality tea or coffee than some other places in the area. It is a bit pricey at around 8-9 dollars per drink but you do get what you pay for! This place does get really busy with people studying, working or just hanging out. So, if you're looking for a quiet coffee shop this would not be the place to go. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Pour over - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Not a coffee person so take this with a grain of salt BUT the hojicha latte here is the best coffee drink I've ever had. Perfectly nutty and roasted, nicely balanced with almond milk (which tends to be polarizing), topped off with some beautiful latte art. If you love coffee drinks, definitely worth a stop if you're in the downtown area. Lots of seating, including the stadium-style seats near the back, but be careful scaling those steps while balancing a hot drink in your hands. The few drawbacks: 1. The specialty coffee drinks are not cheap. My latte came out to about $9. Ouch. Definitely can't do this every day. 2. The drinks do take a while to come out, so maybe not so good if you're in a rush. That said, everything I saw was made with care and attention. The people working here are super nice. The prepared food looked good; maybe I'll try it next time. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Houjicha Tea Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

First time here and I had the large matcha latte with oat milk (cold). It was quite tasty and I'm glad that it was not sweetened (the way it should be). The barista who took my order was 'cold' (she might had a long day or maybe she was tired of people asking for the rose matcha), let's give her the benefit of the doubt bc it was 3 pm and they close at 4 pm. The place is quite spacious and you can come and work with your laptop. There is free wifi and it's kind of quiet. I'll definitely come back in the morning and get coffee and their pastries. read more

Ogawa Coffee - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I don't love their matcha as much as I used to. The lattes are always smooth, but the flavor has been lacking and not very strong. I don't feel that the product is worth the high price. read more