Best Matcha Cafes in Melbourne and Victoria

Melbourne built its reputation on specialty coffee — and matcha has followed the same path. From Brunswick micro-cafes blending Japanese tea tradition with local coffee culture, to Geelong, Mornington, and Apollo Bay stops worth the drive, Victoria has no shortage of places pouring a serious matcha.

This guide rounds up seven cafes we think matcha lovers should know — with what to order, where to find them, and when they’re open.

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At a glance

OSOI — Brunswick

Address: 3/219 Albion St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Hours: Weekdays 7:30am – 3pm · Saturday 8am – 3pm

Nestled along Brunswick’s bike path, OSOI is a charming micro-cafe blending Melbourne coffee culture with Japan’s tea traditions. Family photos and playful anime figurines give it a cosy, personal feel.

What to try: The standard matcha latte uses a premium saemidori blend. Standouts include the Matcha Cloud (pandan-infused matcha cream over coconut water), Ichigo (strawberry) matcha, and mango genmaicha with sticky-rice vibes.

Kuuki Cafe — Sunshine

Address: 4/254 Hampshire Road, Sunshine VIC 3020
Hours: Tue–Fri 8am – 3pm · Sat–Sun 10am – 4pm

Founded by two sisters — a barista and a baker — Kuuki pairs smooth coffee with inventive sweets in Melbourne’s west.

What to try: Matcha White Choc Bars, Matcha Kuukies, and Matcha Pink Foam — matcha in formats you don’t see everywhere.

Ba Ba Rolls — South Melbourne Market

Address: Shop 10, 322 Coventry St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
Hours: Wed, Fri–Sun 8am – 4pm (Fri until 5pm) · Closed Mon, Tue, Thu

Inside South Melbourne Market, Ba Ba Rolls serves authentic Vietnamese food — crispy bánh mì, curries, and family recipes from Nam Định and Sài Gòn.

What to try: Matcha beverages alongside Vietnamese street food — a fusion worth seeking out if you’re already at the market.

IRIS The Bakery — Brunswick

Address: 1 Wilson Avenue, Brunswick VIC 3056
Hours: Tue–Fri 7:30am – 2:30pm · Sat–Sun from 8am until sold out · Closed Monday

IRIS brings Copenhagen bread-and-pastry culture to Melbourne — sourdough, pastries, and coffee from Tom Edwards and Betty Milner’s family-run bakery.

What to try: Matcha drinks paired with their baked goods — ideal for a slow weekend morning.

Hanaya Fusion Cafe — Geelong West

Address: 64 Elizabeth Street, Geelong West VIC 3218
Hours: Tue–Sun 9am – 2:30pm · Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30pm – 8:30pm

Hanaya Fusion Cafe mixes Japanese and Asian fusion — ramen, rice bowls, salads, and burgers in a welcoming neighbourhood spot.

What to try: Matcha beverages with a full meal — a solid option if you’re exploring matcha outside Melbourne’s inner north.

LUUP — Mornington

Address: HomeCo Peninsula, Shop D7, 1128/1132 Nepean Hwy, Mornington VIC 3931
Hours: Mon–Sat 8am – 4:30pm · Sun 10am – 4pm

LUUP is a vibrant café and gift store on the Mornington Peninsula — rice paper rolls, nourish bowls, salads, and retail under one roof.

What to try: Authentic Japanese Purematcha — one of the cafes on this list pouring our matcha. Also Little Rebel coffee and leaf chai if you’re with a mixed group.

Cup of Chino — Apollo Bay

Address: 1/20 Pascoe Street, Apollo Bay VIC 3233
Hours: Friday – Monday, 8am – 3pm

Cup of Chino is an organic pantry and coffee shop on the Great Ocean Road — focused on quality ingredients and a relaxed coastal vibe.

What to try: A quiet stop for matcha on a road trip; the organic ethos suggests care goes into what’s in the cup.

Want to enjoy matcha at home?

Cafe matcha is a treat — but nothing beats a daily bowl whisked fresh in your kitchen. Start here:

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Organic ceremonial Uji matcha — smooth, sweet, ideal for whisked bowls.

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Matcha Sampler Tea Set

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