TSUJIRI was founded in 1860 by Riemon Tsuji who was renowned for his spirit of “YUWA”, meaning "continue to innovate and sustain the tradition". His statue was built in Kyoto, Japan to honor his contribution to the Japanese tea industry. Mr. Tsuji has refined the cultivation of Gyokuro (the highest grade of Japanese green tea) and his method is still being used to this day. He is also the inventor of the tea box that preserves the longevity and freshness of the tea leaves during transportation, making fresh tea from Kyoto available to other Japanese cities a century ago. In 2010, CHAHO, which means tea shop in Japanese, was first established outside of Japan to carry on our founder’s spirit and to serve fresh tea to our customers worldwide.
Reviews about Tsujiri Montreal highlight strong authentic matcha across drinks, desserts and ice cream, with many calling it one of the best matcha spots in town and praising the rich balanced flavor, the range of beverages including lattes and plant based milks, and the dessert lineup from parfaits to mochi and green tea cakes. The menu is noted for its variety, including ramen and green tea udon options in some mentions, and the interior described as stylish, calm, and with ample seating that makes it a good place to study or catch up with friends. Pricing is mixed with some items seen as expensive but many reviewers feel the quality justifies it, and portions are often generous. Service is generally described as friendly and professional, though a rare negative experience with staff is noted. The atmosphere can be busy and noisy at peak times, and a few reviews mention occasional inconsistency in drink sweetness or dessert quality. Overall Tsujiri Montreal is frequently recommended for matcha lovers and is viewed as a reliable destination for both beverages and sweets with a welcoming setting.
I like the atmosphere of this place. I've been here a couple times & its usually packed so there can be a little wait for seating. The matcha is very strong & not too sweet, but it is a little pricey. After tax I paid a little over $10 for a matcha latte, but it is very tasty. The dessert is good as well. I also love that there is free wifi & outlets to charge your devices. Next time im definitely trying their ice cream!
Apr 10, 2026
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One of my favorite places in Montreal! Every time I'm in the city, it's a must-stop for me especially because they have such a wide variety of matcha options 🍵
The only downside is that since it's so popular, it's usually very crowded, & there isn't enough space for everyone who wants to eat there.
Le personnel est sympa! Je ne suis jamais déçue lorsque j'y vais!
Mon seul souci est le manque d'espace. C'est plate lorsqu'une personne s'accapare d'une table pour quatre tandis que des groupes de personnes doivent composer avec une table pour deux…
Honestly one of the worst matcha drinks I've ever had. The flavor was super off - tasted bitter & kind of watered down at the same time, which is a weird combo. I tried to give it a chance but couldn't even finish it.
What made it worse was the customer service. I politely asked if I could exchange it for something else since I didn't like it, & they flat out refused. No effort to accommodate at all.
Definitely disappointing, especially for something that's not cheap. Wouldn't go back.
The Azuki matcha latte was so good that I immediately ordered a second as soon as I finished. I am looking forward to coming back soon to try more items on the menu!
Très belle découverte pour les amateurs de matcha ! Ce café met vraiment à l'honneur le thé vert sous toutes ses formes : boissons, pâtisseries, glaces & autres douceurs exposées dans une vitrine aussi jolie qu'appétissante. J'ai pris un matcha classique, au prix tout à fait raisonnable, & j'ai été agréablement surpris par la qualité : le goût est riche, authentique & parfaitement équilibré.
Le service est rapide & l'accueil chaleureux, ce qui rend l'expérience encore plus plaisante. J'ai aussi apprécié la présence d'options de laits végétaux, un vrai plus. Certes, les pâtisseries sont un peu chères, mais la qualité semble au rendez-vous. Honnêtement, ça vaut le détour & j'y retournerai sans hésiter !
I loved the matcha ice cream with mochis! The matcha flavor is rich & makes the ice cream feel light instead of heavy & creamy. It's super refreshing & not too sweet at all!
However, I didn't like that they added about half a cup of jelly, it was way too much & really affected the overall taste & texture of the ice cream. On the plus side, I enjoyed the red bean; its sweetness balanced the ice cream nicely, keeping it from being just bitter matcha with a light texture, & making it sweeter & more flavorful overall.
The portion is a little small, but this is a great spot to hang out, study, or just relax.
Je trouve que les employés sont impoli elles sont sec & 0 accueillante. Le matcha est bon mais c'est pas le meilleur que j'ai goûté. Pas trop de place pour s'asseoir. Aucune ambiance.
I like the interior design, very fancy decor. Service was polite, welcoming & professional. I ordered an iced matcha latte. I was asked if I wanted regular sugar & responded yes. Unfortunately I didn't taste any sweetener, only matcha which was a shame. Compared to the other matcha cafes nearby, this iced matcha latte is a bit more expensive. I do appreciate that they didn't put too much ice since I tend to drink them fast.
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Les pâtisseries étaient absolument délicieux. Une belle variété de pâtisserie au Matcha. Mon préféré était sûrement la tarte au Matcha! le personnel était très aimable & chaleureux. C'est sûr que je reviendrai! 💙
Worst matcha I've ever had. It was basically green water with a splash of milk. Zero creaminess & no good flavor at all. Definitely not worth the price. Total disappointment
They have great quality matcha for the price, & it's bigger shop than imagined. With modern & calm room decorations that's black. & oh, I love their ice cream! I am a big Matcha fan, so I love that their matcha desserts & drinks taste more'bitter' & tea-like than your usual matcha store. They also offer free wifi, since there are a lot of students around. Unfortunately, I don't think it's a good study place there. During the many times I went there, it's often crowded & kind of noisy.
