THE BIG: Located in Bellaire (aka Chinatown of Houston). Pretty small but vibey shop with a ton of other unique flavors that look interesting to try. Plenty of parking in the lot. THE BLACK AND WHITE: I came here after eating at House of Bowls and wanting something sweet afterwards. Fortunatley Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe had a big sign of a matcha soft serve that got me intrigued. I guess ads do work. The place is very aesthetic inside with plenty of instagrammable spots. I was craving a matcha soft serve but they did have some intersting flavors like. ube, coconut, and a gold soft serve. The gold is more for looks i believe. I got the matcha soft serve and it came out pretty quick. Flavorwise, delicious, however the texture was a bit grainy for me. THE FINAL BAMBOO: For a matcha soft serve, the cost was around $7. Matcha flavor was a bit grainy but still satisfies that matcha ice cream itch whenever you have one. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

If you're looking for a refreshing drink spot in Houston, @saigonartsmatchacafe is definitely worth checking out. The cafe has a modern, cozy vibe with aesthetic décor that makes it a great place to relax, catch up with friends, or snap a few Instagram-worthy photos. We ordered the Passion Fruit Pineapple Cold Brew Fruit Tea and the Mango Matcha Fruit Tea, and both were absolutely delicious. The Passion Fruit Pineapple Cold Brew was light, fruity, and perfectly balanced -- not too sweet, with a bright tropical flavor that made it incredibly refreshing. The Mango Matcha Fruit Tea was just as impressive. The matcha flavor blended smoothly with the sweetness of the mango, creating a refreshing drink with a subtle earthy finish. It was vibrant, flavorful, and super satisfying. Overall, both drinks were fresh, well-balanced, Definitely a spot we'll be coming back to! read more

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Cute cafe in Bellaire with good matcha and nice service! They have soft serve, and various bakery items as well. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Matcha coconut and matcha mango - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

What a great matcha cafe in the heart of Bellaire! Matcha was very good and the place was just so so cute. We will definitely be coming back when I need a matcha fix. I wish they had matcha cafes like this up north. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place forever!!!! And every time I was in Chinatown we just had other plans and never made it here, but I'm so glad I did!!! Super friendly service and the staff offered us samples of their Ube and limited time only honeydew flavored soft serve ice cream And it tastes exactly like the Korean honeydew MELONA ice cream from the grocery store!! It was delicious! I'd go back for the Ube too - only observation I made was that both ice creams had this sort of grittiness in each bite...not sure why, but that would be my only thing if I were to go back... I'd ask them about it! Cute interior and would love to try their strawberry matcha sometime read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Great place to get matchas of all sorts. Reminds me of matcha maiko cafe. They have parfaits, soft serve, matcha lattes, and desserts. I got the mango matcha which was very authentic and fresh. I recommend and would come back! read more

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This place is literally incredible. The Saigon Special with soft serve, black bean, matcha cake, mochi and cornflakes is incredibly high quality with such a concentrated matcha taste, more than any other matcha cafe I've been to in California or Houston, and it's $8.75!!! The matcha lattes with cheese foam are also amazingly flavored. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Review is based upon the fact that their Matcha is pre-sweetened. It's unfortunate that you go to Matcha shop, and you can't just enjoy the tea for the sake of being matcha because the sugar is added. It smells wonderful here because of the home made waffle cones and parking is ample. Free Wi-Fi and ample seating is a plus. read more

I really like their ice cream! I got the mix of vanilla and matcha, and it's the perfect combo -- not too sweet, just right. The cone, however, is much sweeter than the ice cream itself, so if you prefer your dessert on the lighter side, I'd recommend skipping the cone. The environment is great. Perfect spot to chill with friends and play some board games. There are also seats further in the back that feel more private. The staff are super friendly too! read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Mixed - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Ambiance, food and beverages were great! We ordered matcha soft serve ice cream. It was very creamy and very good flavor! We also ordered matcha latte with sweet cream, mochi bear and boba/tapioca. We will definitely be back again and bring friends to try it out! I want to try everything on the menu! Service was great as well! read more

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I came here because it has been on my list for quite sometime. I was amazed by the selection, and the flexibility when they made the dessert. I got the Saigon Special, and I wanted the ube ice cream instead of the matcha ice cream as advertised, which was super nice. I appreciate a lot that the price was very reasonable. There was plenty of seating, and some board games. It was clean, and the staff was very friendly. I am very glad I came here, and I think it will be my go-to place if I just want some Asian-flavor ice cream. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Saigon special - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

The one of the best matcha and drinks I have tasted in Houston. I disliked the strawberry matcha however because I felt like the strawberry as too much and overpowered the flavor and was a little bitter. It was nice how sweet the baristas were and how quick they made our order. The cafe is a beautiful well decorated spot to hangout and study. Will return! read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

A very cute and unique dessert spot! I got the Saigon Special. It had agar jelly, corn flakes, red bean paste, mochi balls, pudding, and sponge cake. It was also topped with Matcha ice cream and a matcha pudding jelly bear. It tasted alright but wasn't as amazing as I thought it would be. I also got the ube ice cream which was good. read more

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The only downside for me is that their matcha is already sweetened. At a dedicated matcha spot, I'd prefer the option to enjoy the tea in its pure form without added sugar. That said, the space smells incredible because they make their waffle cones in-house. There's also plenty of parking available, plus free Wi-Fi and lots of seating, which makes the environment really convenient. read more

Saigon arts matcha cafe was a nice cafe with a fair amount of seating and Wi-Fi. I did get kicked off the Wi-Fi for a little bit, but was able to reconnect shortly after. There were board games available to borrow. The matcha latte itself was too sweet and had a powdery taste. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - They have board games! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe Review The new honeydew ice cream is amazing -- especially on a waffle cone! The matcha latte was absolutely perfect, rich and smooth. The whole place has a beautiful, aesthetically Asian vibe that makes it feel extra special. Highly recommend! Service was good. read more

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Came here on a Saturday afternoon. They were offering a buy 2 get 1 free deal, so my friend and I tried their matcha latte, panna cotta, and I got the cone with all the fix ins. I really enjoyed this cone, as there were so many different components to it- from the cake bites to the mochi to the panna cotta to the red bean - all these parts added to the flavor and complexity of the ice cream. I got the matcha flavor soft serve, which was fantastic. Service was friendly and fast. There is additional seating in the back and the decor is cutesy. read more

Highlight: Iced Matcha Latte The drink was really grainy and there was still a lot of powder in the drink. More on the sweet end. Their ice cream did look really good but I wasn't a fan of my drink. Hospitality: The lady taking my order was super sweet and kind. The drink came out a couple of minutes after ordering. Honorable Mention: Seating and tables throughout the store and has free wifi that's good for studying and working. Has a nice and rustic interior. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Iced Matcha Latte ($6.50) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

If you can't already tell by the name, this is the spot to go to for your matcha fix lolol. Their desserts are refreshing and never too sweet. The matcha ice cream was pretty strong though, so I had a hard time finishing it but it was still good. This place has great selection and great service. Parking can be tough since the lot is relatively small and there are many other businesses nearby, but that's Bellaire for ya. Also, the vibes were super chill and relaxing! Definitely serves as a nice study or work spot for people. read more

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Hidden gem!!!!! Great matcha!! I went with my cousins and we tried 5 different items from the menu and 5/5 every single one of them was great!!!!! read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Best matcha ice cream I've had in a long time. Cute decor and quiet. Highly recommend read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Gold matcha cone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Their matcha drink is on point! Dammit, now i have to write a miniature essay. 85 characters yelp? Really? Oh, well, i did like their atmosphere. It was great! And you know, a true sign of cleanliness as in overall cleanliness can be witnessed by observing how their bathrooms. Saigon Arts bathroom is splendid! read more

Got the hojicha latte and it was very mediocre. It was not as earthy as I would like it to be, and tasted more milky than anything else. As for the space itself there's space in the back thats great for studying! It's pretty quiet and theres plenty of plugs. Also the staff is nice and drinks come out quick. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Hojicha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

The drinks were mid. The soft serve is amazing. Service was good and we got our order quickly. The place kinda smelled dank, but the decor was cool. read more

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Such an underrated dessert spot! It's not as busy anymore at night when I came, very cute decorated cafe with board games and plenty seats, but I hope they are still getting good businesses. My go to is the special combo (Match Coconut 11/10 and Matcha Ube 10/10) the cereal adds extra texture and makes me feel like eating crispy ice cream sandwich. The red bean makes the ice cream even sweeter, but good thing they got some clear jelly on the very bottom of the cup that can cleanse the sweetness in your mouth a little. Even though the dessert is really sweet for me but I still keep coming back for them because they just make the ice cream combo so well. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Matcha Ube - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Decent coffee shop in the area. It looks small from the outside, but if you head towards the back of the cafe, there's two tables tucked there, which is quite cozy. They have cute decorations around the shop. Drinks are okay, and can't exactly compete against the boba all around Chinatown but they do have a stronger focus on matcha as well as desserts and ice cream if that's what you're looking for! Wifi is good, not particularly loud, and restrooms are pretty clean. Workers are very nice. read more

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Even though the previous business here (#1) was super popular, I suspect nothing has changed in terms of management or even what they offer. Currently Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe is a slept on, underrated, and solid biz that probably doesn't get enough shine. Seating is limited. However, there are tables inside for small groups as well as a small table on the outside. The parking lot is always full, but I always manage to find a space even during their peak hours. I really love the arts theme, which is evident on their walls with all the local paintings and decor pieces that are certainly an upgrade from their predecessor. It serves as a very good dessert option, especially during hot summer months. Their soft serve could probably rival many other places, but I appreciate the fact they serve it in ube, matcha, and classic flavors like vanilla and strawberry. They also have pretty tasty drinks and the matcha swirl and or ube matcha swirl are my go-to's. Service has always been pretty good and the staff usually is bilingual in Viet and English. This isn't just a place for a dessert or drinks, I like the vibe as a potential spot for a little Wi-Fi working and occasional date. ___________ (#1) Matcha Cafe Maiko: https://www.yelp.com/biz/matcha-cafe-maiko-houston-3 read more

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The matcha was a bit bitter and grainy when we went and the Saigon special was just bland and the cornflakes didn't go well with all the other toppings. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Cheese matcha latte and Saigon special - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

The matcha ice cream is light, slightly sweet, and fragrant. However it is lacking the bitter taste which matcha should have. The ube flavor is sweet, and has a good hint of ube. Somehow there will be a pressure to finish the ice cream fast because of the limited seating at the front and at the back. If you get a seat, look at the walls which have beautiful art pieces displayed on them, while enjoying your dessert. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

It's VN, it's bright, it has plenty of seating in front and in back, and I'm able to order, drive by, and pick up-convenient! The VN iced coffee hits home for those who love VN coffee, and it's not too sweet (which is often a blah at other places). The young kiddos behind the counter are friendly and receptive to customer needs and concerns, so I've found a great spot to grab coffee and run to work. Their matcha waffles and regular waffles are soft and stretchy, and have often been great to eat as morning snacks too (2 for $4.00+). read more

Matcha was premade, grainy, and too sweet. The taste was fair, but if you enjoy more quality matcha then beware read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is popular. I can see what. I love Matcha. This place has lots of matcha. Therefore I pretty much love this place. They have matcha ice cream, matcha frappes, matcha tea... It's so good. They also have the warm waffle snacks too. If you're like me, visit here for some matcha! read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Got the matcha frap. Really good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

Very good matcha and vanilla swirl cone. It's not heavy like custard and the vanilla balances the matcha nicely.

I loveee the ube ice cream here is really gooddd. I would say is a 10/10. This is such a great place to study especially because of how nice this place is decorated. read more

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Ordered an iced strawberry matcha that tasted like strawberry milk. For almost $8 and a cafe that specializes in matcha, I expected a bright green matcha that I could actually taste :( read more

For a matcha place, I expected the matcha latte to be better. It wasn't mixed very well and I can taste the individual powder. The matcha didn't taste as good either. I also tried their cheese stick mochi. It was interesting and not bad. It took a long time though. The place itself is great for studying with wifi. Next time I'll try their soft serve since that is what they are known for and I'll probably update my review if it is good. read more

Saigon Arts Matcha Cafe - Cheese stick mochi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Cute cafe with art on the walls - the matcha tea is great and the matcha orange tea is great too. We were disappointed that they didn't have any desserts today. Recommended for any matcha cravings read more

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The soft ice cream is good if you get the ube it is good,and is not bitter the place was clean and inviting

The ice cream here is delicious! Service is fast and friendly. I specifically like the flavors of ice cream and the waffle cone that they have. I have yet to try their drinks, but they have plenty of options to choose from. Definitely recommend checking them out! read more

Straight fire. Saigon special. Matcha and the Cheese ice cream. 4 starts cause it's my first I'll give 5 when I come back and try more. read more