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MATCHA ZANMAI

A serene Japanese matcha café

Downtown
4.7$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 12 pm
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MATCHA ZANMAI focuses on high-quality ceremonial grade green tea incorporated into a variety of specialized desserts. The menu features signature soft serve ice cream, layered parfaits, and delicate crêpes that showcase the distinct earthy profile of premium matcha powder. Patrons select from various intensity levels of tea, allowing for a personalized culinary experience centered on traditional Japanese flavor profiles. Beyond the matcha offerings, the establishment provides a selection of complementary sweets designed to balance the natural bitterness of the tea with refined sweetness. The minimalist interior aesthetic serves as a functional backdrop for the vibrant green presentation of every dessert plate. Every item is prepared to order using authentic ingredients to maintain consistent flavor integrity across all dessert categories offered within this specialty space.

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Matcha Zanmai is widely celebrated as a premier destination for high-quality matcha in Montreal, earning praise for its authentic, earthy, and rich flavor profiles that avoid being overly sweet. Visitors frequently recommend their signature matcha soft serve, varied parfaits, and diverse menu of lattes and pastries, often noting that the experience rivals those found in Japan. While the establishment is frequently noted for its small, cozy seating area and occasional queues, most guests find the friendly, professional service and the premium quality of the ingredients to be well worth the visit, making it a beloved spot for both long-time matcha enthusiasts and curious newcomers.
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Tristan
5.0

The mochis along with the matcha cheesecake are simply delicious. Recommended.

Jul 16, 2026
on Google
VL
1.0

This is a scam, I ordered Matcha latte & they only filled the cup with half the matcha. It's quite pricey for half a matcha & it does not taste good, there is enough matcha powder, but not enough milk. Although the cakes look good, I do not recommend it.

Jul 4, 2026
on Google
Sasha
4.0

Very good matcha flavor profile in their ice-cream. Had the Zanmai Signature Parfait but the portion was way too much for me, i was a fan of the matcha cake inside & the azuki, however the shiratama lacked a little of taste for me. Not a fan of jelly in general so the matcha jelly was not my favorite. However! If you like to try different texture it is a good pick. Very sad about the interior of the café, few seating available & the decor is well, lacking, & a lot of boxes everywhere. Be aware they do not have bathrooms. I would recommend taking a snack there & walking a bit to a nearby park or square to enjoy. Very enjoyable to have such great tasting Matcha available!

Jun 28, 2026
on Google
N
5.0

Je prends toujours le gâteau parfait au matcha très bon je recommande

Jun 10, 2026
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Natshuh
5.0

YUMMYYY! This place really hits the spot on hot summer days. I recommend the signature parfait. It has a little bit of everything at a good price. Seating is a bit limited, but the decorations are super cute. The staff members are extremely courteous.

Jun 9, 2026
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Jonathan
5.0

Pas besoin de faire le voyage au Japon ici on retrouve l'authenticité & la qualité des mets japonais. L'alliance des saveurs & des textures été aux rendez vous je recommande cette place.

Jun 2, 2026
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Shaheer
5.0

Great quality matcha. I got the classic iced matcha latte. Super creamy & quality of matcha was amazing. Highly recommend. Workers were also super nice 👍🏻

May 27, 2026
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Milianne
5.0

Went Café hopping with a friend & I've got to say it was worth it discovering this cute place.💗 I loved my order & would recommend matcha lovers to give it a whirl.

May 3, 2026
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Samantha
5.0

Only place I've been to between Toronto & Montreal that compares to the sweets I tried in Japan! Was also super excited to find out they also carried hojicha 💚

Highly recommend, was such a treat to find so close to my hotel

Apr 14, 2026
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Jhena
5.0

The cashier was really nice & welcoming! It was my first time there & she suggested I try the parfait mix matcha/vanilla ice cream & it was delicious! It wasn't too sweet or bitter, perfect balance. & I love that there were different toppings & textures.

Definitely recommend ⭐?😋

Mar 8, 2026
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