Matcha Cafe Maiko

8072 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA

★★★★4.4(444 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Matcha Cafe Maiko is a serene San Diego spot that takes matcha seriously, crafting everything from traditional lattes to creative twists like banana pudding and cheese matcha with boba, all backed by genuinely excellent matcha quality that matcha lovers consistently praise. The real magic happens in the calm, welcoming atmosphere—perfect for an afternoon retreat—where you can linger over their standout hojicha floats topped with ube or matcha soft serve while enjoying pastries or connected ramen options next door. It's the kind of place that rewards returning visits with rotating menu surprises and a genuine sense of care in both the drinks and the space itself.

What to expect

Matcha & teaSlow sitMeetingsTraditional drinksSpecialty drinksSignature drinksPastries

Google Reviews

Liz Williams
★★★★★3 months ago

Excellent place for hojicha float ( green tea with a scoop of matcha/ube swirl ice cream). I prefer this over boba tea. Nice calm place for an afternoon snack break. I also bought a variety of ramen noodle packs from the Ramen Station next door.

Jay C
★★★★★3 months ago

This is the second Matcha Maiko I’ve been to, and they had different menu options compared to the other location I frequently go to, which was nice to see because it meant I could try some new stuff. The matcha with Oreo was really good, and my friend got the matcha with banana cream on top and that was also delicious! Expect around $8-$10 per drink, but it’s a good treat nonetheless.

Jihyun Sevel
★★★★★3 months ago

I wanted to share my experience from my recent visit because I was quite disappointed. I placed three drink orders: • Matcha latte • Banana pudding matcha latte • Cheese matcha latte with boba One of my matcha lattes did not come out for a very long time. There was no one at the register, and while I waited, I kept seeing customers who ordered after me receive their drinks. I eventually had to ask about my order, and I was told it had been forgotten. Even after that, I still watched several other customers receive their drinks before mine. In addition, the banana pudding matcha latte was not well blended, and the boba in the cheese matcha latte was undercooked and had a hard texture. Overall, this was a very disappointing experience, especially considering that I had already left a tip at the kiosk register. I left feeling frustrated and regretful about my visit. I hope you can use this feedback to improve your service and quality.

Wandering in Paradise
★★★★★4 months ago

Yummy desserts at Matcha Cafe Maiko near convoy street! We really liked the soft serve ube and hojicho flavors. Cute ambiance and connected to the ramen store next door. Friendly service and order was fulfilled quickly. Self order screens. Recommend!

Antonio On The Map
★★★★★6 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re a matcha lover, Matcha Cafe Maiko is a must-visit! The quality of the matcha here is outstanding — rich, earthy, and perfectly balanced without being too bitter. Their soft serve and parfaits are beautifully layered and full of authentic flavor. You can really taste that they use premium Uji matcha from Japan. The café has a calm and cozy vibe, perfect for enjoying your drink or dessert while relaxing. The presentation is always picture-perfect, and the staff are friendly and patient, even when there’s a long line (which there usually is — it’s that good!). If you’re new, try the matcha float or the signature parfait — both are amazing! A true gem for anyone who appreciates real, high-quality matcha. 🍵💚

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