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'm a big matcha fan so I needed to come to this place & try the tiramisu: it's delicious! It has a great texture, there was a lot of matcha powder on top though. The matcha latte was great too! The place was full of people working remotely, & it's a big place when you enter the cafe. I recommend :)
Feb 9, 2025
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I don't even like matcha lol but the few non matcha option I've tried when I came here with matcha fans were delicious the poke soba tastes sooo unique & so good!! I like the yuzu iced tea, simple but good. & the sakura matcha cake they have in spring sometimes is always delicious, small but really good! Also the place is really pretty & the employees are nice ☺️
J'ai récemment visité le Tsujiri de Montréal & j'ai été très déçu par mon expérience. La boisson que j'ai commandée, un matcha & un matcha latte, était extrêmement amère & avait une texture farineuse en bouche, ce qui ne reflète pas les standards élevés de Tsujiri que j'ai apprécié. Lorsque j'ai demandé à l'employé comment le matcha était préparé, on m'a dit que l'eau bouillante était utilisée, car'plus haute était la température, meilleure c'était.' Cela va totalement à l'encontre des pratiques traditionnelles, où une eau à soixante-dix à quatre-vingts degrés est recommandée pour préserver les arômes délicats & éviter une amertume excessive. Si vous souhaitez vraiment profiter des saveurs authentiques du matcha, je vous recommande d'acheter leur poudre directement au magasin & de la préparer vous-même à la maison. Cela garantira une meilleure expérience & un respect des méthodes. En revanche, je ne conseille pas de commander des boissons sur place, à moins qu'ils ne corrigent leur façon de les préparer. Il suffit de regarder le site web de tsujiri global (ci-joint) pour voir comment la préparation de la boisson doit être faite. Si des ajustements sont faits pour améliorer la qualité des boissons & respecter la préparation, je serais heureux de retirer ce commentaire & de revisiter l'établissement.
So authentic, from the food down to the matcha. Most places claim their matcha is authentic but Tsujiri really means it. The drinks & dessert are delicious. Plenty of space for indoor seating. Staff were very nice & patient too. I found it a bit pricey, but the quality is definitely high.
Nov 24, 2024
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Can't stop recommending it to anyone who likes a good cup of matcha. Their drinks, sweet treats & savoury food are all delicious; the team is super friendly & the ambiance is great, so calm & pleasant. Give it a try.
If you like macha, hojicha & Japanese cakes, this is a nice cafe that you must visit. The ambience is quiet & peaceful. Cake & ice-cream with strong green tea flavour & the sweetness is just right.
Such a lovely place!! My friend & I had to get a refund on our food & the staff was so wonderful & accommodating. The matcha is also so good. We went twice in the same weekend to also try their shaved iced - SO GOOD!
I go there very often whenever I don't wanna cook. Nice study area, food court. I tried all of their stuffs. It's also popular in Japan. I don't often visit the one in Japan but this in Canada, is one piece of my memory of the local matcha. They have the nama raw chocolate tastes good as well.
i always get the poke soba. its light refreshing & delicious, i love it. otherwise their hojicha latte is also yummy. also has a lot of seating, great spot to study
