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    Yume Mori Matcha

    4.2 (176 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:00 pm

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    Matcha Ichigo: Strawberry Matcha Latte ($7.95) + extra shot of matcha ($3)
    Cherylynn N.

    3.5 STARS Yume Mori Matcha is the IT girl...in the bay area social media world. She's hella photogenic... Vibrant, electric green beautifully layered with milk, fruit puree, and foam...served in a cutesy, petite cup adorned with garnishes. And, her brûlée top crepes? A head turner. But, she'll make you go broque! $28 for two small matchas in a college town is crazy work so my expectations were high. D R I N K S You can choose your own matcha profile (mie: floral or shizuoka: umami) that's hand-whisked to order. They use agave as sweetener. * Strawberry Ichigo: Strawberry Matcha Latte ($7.95) - Choose "mie", less sweet, oat milk - Add extra shot of matcha (+$3) Very pretty drink, the matcha was bold and bright but on the watery side. The strawberry puree was tart so there was no sweetness to balance the matcha's earthy bitterness. * Double Matcha: Matcha Latte w/ matcha foam ($7.95) - Choose "shizuoka", less sweet, oat milk - Add extra shot of matcha (+$3) - Highly caffeinated: 300-350 mg Perfectly smooth with a savory umami...you can taste the quality of the matcha but it was on the watery side. I didn't realize until after we left that they forgot to add the creamy matcha foam. =( S E R V I C E Contactless ordering via two kiosks. Default tip is 18% - I usually don't mind to support working students but there was zero interaction with the staff...no greeting...no "thank you". After ordering, drinks took 20 minutes (received a text when it was ready). A M B I A N C E Modern, minimalist...very cramped inside with the crowd of customers waiting for their order (no tables). There's several small tables on the sidewalk. Overall, with the hype and visuals...not to mention the price, I was expecting to have one of the best matcha lattes ever at Yume Mori (I prefer Binge for the price point). The matcha quality is def there but I feel like the ratio of water to matcha is off and/or maybe it's the oat milk brand but I prefer a creamier matcha latte. P.S. - Crêpes are available Friday-Sunday from 12 pm - 5 pm. Soft serve available every day from 12 pm - 5 pm.

    Surge C.

    I had high hopes for Yume, but I think their strength is in their desserts, not so much their balanced matcha drinks. I ordered a regular matcha latte, but the milk and light sweetness still overpowered it. I do think it is worth checking out if you enjoy a sweeter matcha. I like a very strong matcha tea flavor so that's why I was underwhelmed. I did hear afterwards that their hojicha was worth trying so I still want to give it another chance.

    Judy L.

    Such a great spot, definitely one of my favorites so far! I originally came for the matcha but the hojicha completely stole the show. The cafe is small with a bit of outdoor seating. There wasn't a wait when I arrived, but a line started forming shortly after. We tried the matcha tiramisu, hojicha tiramisu, and strawberry matcha with strawberry foam. The strawberry matcha (we chose koku) was good, but the hojicha (we went with uji) was the standout!! Super smooth with a rich and nutty flavor. Honestly, I wish I ordered 2 hojichas Next time, I definitely want to come back to try their crepes!

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    Brittany D.

    It's truly difficult for me to give this place a full five stars because there are now 3 other matcha places that popped up in Berkeley around the same time and one will reign supreme in my mind. I will likely have written a review about this place so I'll save my opinion/the name of that tea spot for that review. I have to say going on a non-opening week and on a weekday, lines were much shorter. I was grateful because the last time I must've waited 15 minutes longer for my drink. I went on a Monday afternoon around 11am and there was maybe 2 people ahead of me. I ordered on the kiosk and got a small hot hojicha with medium sweetness. I think I got a cold drink last time but I honestly don't remember. I really enjoyed my hojicha and the cup was so cute! I think this spot would be my go-to because it's walking distance to my house.

    Apoorva R.

    I had this matcha place on my list for so long and finally tried it last week. I got the tiramisu matcha latte with their Koku matcha. Definitely recommend Koku Macha to anyone who likes nutty and less bitter matcha flavors. They had alternate milk options too. I really liked their concept - there was a large matcha making station where 4-5 matcharistas were whisking matcha. See you see everything live in action!! They also serve crepe cones and soft serve. I did not try those but they looked delicious! I must say this is a very popular place since there was a long line outside and a lot of people crammed up inside as well. It's a very small Matcha shop so there was just like very tiny benches inside to sit on for a few people without any tables. They did have some outdoor seating, but it was extremely sunny to be sitting outside. The price was a bit crazy, but I guess that's a standard now for matcha latte with oat milk. I would say this is a good place to try if you're looking to try different types of matcha powders in your Matcha lattes.

    Uyen L.

    Went around lunchtime and the wait wasn't too bad. Drinks came out pretty quick, especially since they hand whisk everything. You order through a kiosk, but I'm sure the staff would help if you needed it. I got the matcha tiramisu (no biscoff) and upgraded to the koku blend. I'm usually not a matcha person, but I actually really liked this. It didn't have that strong grassy or bitter taste I usually don't like. It was pretty smooth, and the matcha flavor was strong but not overpowering or grassy or bitter. Will say I didn't really taste the tiramisu part, but it definitely tasted more than just straight matcha. My friends liked their drinks too. It's a bit on the pricier side, especially with the upgraded blend, but you can tell the quality is there. Would come back to try their crepes next time!

    Lyn P.

    Yummm!! I liked that you can choose your matcha and they break down the flavor profile so you know exactly what you're getting. I got a matcha latte with strawberry foam and the matcha flavor really came through, super umami. The strawberry foam added a nice balance. The line can get long since you order through a kiosk and it takes kinda long to go through the options but it's worth the wait!

    creme brulee crepe
    Lauren L.

    Don't hold your breath. The wait is incredibly long with very little seating. It is your typical berkeley shop, overpriced food that tastes okay at best, preying on the university kids. Waited maybe 20 mins. Got - strawberry matcha latte - creme brûlée crepe I did appreciate their variety of matcha options. A very cute interior, but no air circulation, more of a grab and go or sit outdoors. Matcha Latte was okay, a little watery, nothing crazy worth $7-8. Crepe was interesting, you don't see one filled to the brim with creme brulee often. Honestly, no complaints, they give a good portion and it's a pretty treat. Creme brûlées might just be too sweet for me, so I dont think it was on the shop and I applaud their creativity.

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    Sara T.

    Wow I love this place! I tried their double matcha with the Koku matcha (+0.50 cents) and oat milk (no extra charge) and loved it so much! It was so smooth and delicious! A little sad the cup is so small but overall such a good drink! I was devastated when I got to my last sip of my drink. I definitely want to come back and try the other drinks as well! The crème brûlée crepe was pretty good too! Surprisingly not too sweet and also soft and light. Very little seating inside, but there are about maybe three small tables outside. No public restrooms.

    Ichigo (strawberry) matcha crepe
    Geanna T.

    I've been wanting to try Yume Mori for a while, and I'm so glad I finally did! Yume Mori Matcha offers a great variety of drinks and desserts, and I love that you can choose from different types of matcha and hojicha to customize your drink. I ordered the Lychee Rose Matcha, Tiramisu Matcha, and Ichigo Crepe, and all were delicious! The Lychee Rose refreshing, while the Tiramisu Matcha had a nice creamy depth. The Ichigo Crepe was perfectly balanced with fresh strawberries and a soft, chewy texture. Portions are quite small compared to other matcha cafes though. I really appreciated that they hand whisk each matcha, and the staff was quick and efficient even though it was quite busy. The space is bright and minimalistic, but seating is limited. Overall, a lovely place for matcha lovers and anyone who appreciates quality Japanese-inspired treats!

    Matcha Tiramisu and Hojicha Tiramisu
    Rocelle G.

    My sister and I stopped by Yume Mori Matcha the line was fast, thankfully. We got the Matcha Tiramisu and Hojicha Tiramisu, and the cream on top was unreal especially when dipped with the biscoff cookies.

    Matcha Tiramisu (Oat Milk)
    Kyra K.

    Yume Mori has been on my radar for quite some time. It has been a yume (dream) of mine to try it, and I'm so glad I could finally go with my best friend. We arrived on a rainy weekend. It wasn't too busy, compared to other reviews where lines and wait times can vary. The aesthetic inside is cute, minimalistic, and vibey. There is minimal seating, a couple of benches to wait for your drinks, but it primarily works as a take-out spot. That being said, if there's a large crowd, it can get pretty cramped inside. The layout is interesting: you can watch them make your drink, and there are a couple of tablets to order from (the only way to order), but the structure means there are lines to the tablets and minimal waiting or seating areas. All drinks are made to order, so they can take a while to come out. For those new to matcha, this can be a bit overwhelming. The menu itself is more limited with a few specialty and traditional typical options. The fun comes from choosing what type of matcha you want. All serve different purposes and have distinct notes and tastes, so I'd love to try them all. For my drink, I got the Matcha Tiramisu with Oat Milk and Yuga matcha. I loved how smooth, earthy, and creamy my drink was. The quality was great, and I'd recommend it for those who like a little sweet drink or want something non-traditional. I would get it again and also look forward to exploring their other drinks paired with other matcha. Berkeley has so many matcha options. Yume Nori is one of the newer kids on the block, but it's quite popular with Cal students and other matcha girlys like me. Find them off Shattuck, tucked between other restaurants. Street and metered parking can be found around.

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    Joy F.

    A notable matcha place, quaint, with long queues and simple aesthetic. Order via ipad with two types of matcha among drinks and crepes too. We ordered two matcha drinks and a crepe. All were really good and would love to come back and try other offerings - a solid spot for matcha cravings.

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    Ask the Community - Yume Mori Matcha

    Are there any vegan options besides possible nondairy milk? Thank you!

    We have oat milk option as well as matcha drinks without milk!

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