Matcha Cafe Maiko
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and beverage |
| Founded | 2016 in Honolulu, Hawaii, United States |
| Headquarters | Honolulu , United States |
Area served | United States, Canada, Macau |
| Products | Matcha beverages and desserts (matcha-infused soft serve, shaved ice, parfaits, ice cream, iced matcha latte, hojicha frappé) |
Matcha Cafe Maiko—also referred to as Premium Matcha Cafe Maiko—is a specialty cafe chain focusing on matcha beverages and desserts. Established in Honolulu in 2016, the brand has grown to include locations throughout the United States, Canada, and Macau, carving out a niche within the upscale matcha market.
Description
The offerings include matcha-infused soft serve, shaved ice, and a parfait featuring candied chestnuts paired with matcha chiffon cake. Customers can also enjoy ice cream served in waffle cones. Drink selections encompass iced matcha latte and hojicha frappé options.
History and locations
Richmond marked the debut of Matcha Cafe Maiko’s presence in Canada. The company has also taken part as a vendor at the Vancouver Ice Cream Festival.
United States
By 2024, Matcha Cafe Maiko operated 21 outlets spread across 14 states in the U.S.
Within California, the chain maintains locations in San Diego and San Francisco, with the San Francisco venue being its sole Bay Area establishment. In New York City, a cafe is located in Manhattan’s Chinatown district.
Additional U.S. locations include Las Vegas, Nevada, and Portland, Oregon, where the cafe is situated in the Richmond neighborhood of southeast Portland.
In Texas, the Houston site stands out as the city’s first dedicated matcha-only cafe, complemented by another branch in San Antonio.
Reception
Brianna Ruback recognized Matcha Cafe Maiko in the 2024 edition of Eat This, Not That as one of the top ten chains offering superior matcha products.