Yoka Tea

Been following Yoka since their popup days and was so excited to see they’ve got a brick & mortar in Seattle! I love matcha – it’s my go-to drink I make at home. But rarely do I venture out to order it elsewhere because it’s often lacking enough matcha flavor. The matcha is legit here, y’all! They sift and whisk the matcha, so the care they put into it takes some time, but it’s worth it. The matcha flavor in their lattes is very pronounced. I’m looking forward to trying more of their matcha speciality drinks! The staff were immediately welcoming when I entered, and very helpful when I had questions about the menu. They have a cute storefront of Asian pantry items made by Asian businesses, plus some light food options like pastries. Good amount of seating for the size of the space. There’s WiFi if you’re working or studying from here. It’s overall an enjoyable space to just hangout with lots of natural light, a bright yet calm aesthetic, and great background music. Street parking was fine, and 2 hours free.

One of the tastiest Matcha lattes I’ve had. I am so glad that they have the einspanner here. Great addition to the neighborhood. I love the ambience of the shop. Super friendly service. I highly recommend this place and would come back!

Spectacular matcha and incredibly kind staff. The onigiri and pastries were also so delicious. Atmosphere is cozy and welcoming. Best matcha in Seattle!

Revisit?: YES🫶🏼 What I Ordered: Banana Matcha Latte The staff are caring to their customers. Their matcha is honestly best in town🍵. Very cozy place to work/study on a sunny day!

I just got back from Japan and have been on a hunt for a quality matcha drink and Yoka Tea definitely delivered! I love their strawberry matcha drink that is made with in-house strawberry purée. It is so good and the matcha they use is top-notch.

Been wanting to try this new cafe and it didn’t disappoint! We both got the Yoka Einspanner latte and it was delicious :-) everyone is so friendly— great addition to Madrona!

Ever since I went for the first time I’ve been coming back every single day. I order a regular matcha and my boyfriend usually orders a coffee and from what I’ve tried they’re delicious. The interior is beautiful and the workers are very friendly and stylish! Recently though I’ve noticed my drinks have been pretty inconsistent—the bright foamy green that impressed me to keep coming again is now a dark, bitter green that isn’t foamy. Maybe they were batching because today was busier. Still coming back though, hopefully today was just a hiccup!

Really good matcha. Matcha einspanner had a really good flavor and was creamy! Strawberry matcha was also really good but wished it was slightly sweeter and creamier!

Stopped by on a sunny afternoon. It's in a residential area, so might be a bit hard to find street parking, but not impossible. The place itself is super bright and open. Love the decor and especially the smiskis haha. It was super crowded when I went, so it was a bit too loud for any kind of studying/work but maybe different during weekdays. Waited in line for ~15 minutes. I ordered the lychee matcha ade less sweet, and then waited another ~5 minutes for our drink. The drink itself was super refreshing. I love that they had an option to make the drink less sweet because it was perfect for me. The lychee and matcha flavors worked in perfect harmony and the matcha flavor was rich. Overall, I'd come again for sure! Maybe when there's less people haha but I definitely want to try the rest of their menu.

Food - got the strawberry jasmine and my husband got the cinnamon. Both were on the sweeter side. I didn't ask to adjust the sweetness, not sure if you can. Flavors were both pretty good though. They have a TON of other goodies like garlic crunch, jams, and waffle mixes. We got the Ube jam but there were so many other things I'm interested in. We'll be back. Service - excellent! They even offered our pup a treat! Drinks came out fast! Ambiance - I'm new to Seattle so I haven't been in this neighborhood before and it is so cute!!! The shop itself is very cozy. Plenty of seating. And a few outdoor seats as well. But take your drink to go and walk around the park directly across the way or walk down the street to check out the cute shops next door. I'm in love with the neighborhood!

Arrived random Tuesday afternoon craving some good matcha. The ambiance was very nice. There were lots of people on their computers studying, people chatting, etc. The layout, tables, chairs, other decor is all super cute. I got an iced matcha latte with regular milk. In their lattes, they use ceremonial grade matcha. I really appreciated the matcha to milk ratio! As you can see in the photos, even after it is mixed it is a nice medium green color. My biggest critique is just that the latte comes with automatic vanilla flavoring. I don't really like vanilla in matcha as it monopolizes the flavor, so much so that it is hard to taste the matcha. I cannot tell you how good the matcha was because I couldn't really taste it! That being said, I am very spoiled when it comes to matcha. If you like vanilla matcha, this place would be perfect for you.

This is by far my favorite spot for matcha in Seattle! The inside is nice and spacious and also very well decorated. There are both tables and couches, so you'll find an area that suits whatever you need. I got the matcha einspanner since I didn't realize that they also had just regular matcha lattes. However, I didn't regret it at all because it was absolutely delicious! Super smooth, creamy, strong matcha flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. I got it with oat milk which they do charge extra for, but the drink was absolutely perfect. I'd come back to try all their other flavors too! They have strawberry and banana matchas, and some other items too.

Good vibes all around! I came on a Saturday morning and got to chat with the owner Marcellus who took my order. Each matcha is hand-whisked and they source their matcha from Kyoto! I really liked my matcha einspanner, after mixing well, it was the perfect amount of sweetness. They use minor figures oat milk, didn't see what soy milk they use.q I'm from SF so it was great to see that they use Sightglass coffee beans. Love the smiskis scattered throughout the bar and the cozy space they've created!

Yoka Tea has been on my radar for awhile! Sadly, I was never able to make any of their pop-ups but was excited to learn about their brick & mortar location, especially after fellow Yelper Chris J. gave rave reviews about their teas and croffle. I'm not in the Madrona area very often but I had an appointment nearby, which was the perfect opportunity to check out Yoka Tea afterwards. I ordered the strawberry matcha (my go-to at most places that offer it) and I added coconut jelly, just to branch out from the standard boba. I was also concerned about sweetness so opted for no vanilla syrup, which is what they use for sweetener. The drink was perfect! Definitely one of the best strawberry matcha drinks I have had in the area. I wanted the croffle as well but learned that they are only served later in the day (I think after 12:00 noon). Sad! But, reason to come back again soon :) Staff (Marcellus?) was super friendly and checked in to make sure I was enjoying my drink. They also have a great selection of pantry/snack/sweet items from other vendors (mainly Asian-leaning) - such as chili crips, snacks from Gochiso, etc. I picked up a Gochiso snack and some matcha spread. I wish this was closer/more convenient for me, but will definitely be back when I can!

Located in a leafy part of Madrona near the lake, this spot is a solid new spot for matcha d rinks! There was a running event happening when we visited so it was a bit loud, but on normal days, Yoka seems like it would be a nice, chill hangout spot. My friend got the mango slushie which wasn't anything mindblowing, but it was refreshing on a warm day. The Turon matcha I got was a matcha latte with a jam-like banana topping, and I loved that the banana part wasn't too sweet, and that I could still taste the matcha through the milk and jam. Would happily get this drink again. Service was friendly, and my turon drink took ~10 minutes to come out - they hand-whisk all the matcha drinks! Parking was easy on a nearby street, and it was nice to be able to walk down to the water to enjoy our drinks (though there are a lot of stairs involved).

Lovely service and easy ordering. There's free street parking and typically a long line hitting the sidewalk on a weekend. The drinks come out pretty quick, but it's hard to grab a table because it's so poppin inside. Strawberry matcha: so good! Tastes fresh and love the matcha amount, strength is perfect Black milk tea: this was just ok in my opinion, didn't taste strong enough of tea and I think I'll stick to the matcha drinks! Matcha einspanner: eventually tasted just like a matcha latte, I typically enjoy when the cream top is thicker, it was a little thin in this drink

Nicely done matcha, and a place where you can go for drinks a second time! I got here around 5pm on a Saturday to a nearly filled café-like area with an ample number of tables and window seating. This is in the Madronna neighborhood, where parking feels iffy but actually wasn't too bad; street parking was readily available even during peak hours when I went. There's some small knickknacks near the entrance, and the counter has some merchandise nearby. Walls and floor feel incomplete in a way but that's probably because they're still relatively new. The server behind the counter was really helpful in letting me know their recommendations for drinks (the matcha einspanner in particular), and their matcha matcha drink was also sold out during my visit as some reviewers have pointed out happening. I got the matcha einspanner with oat milk and regular sweetness, and this was a great earthy blend in a cup! Their yoka whip isn't too sweet to begin with so mixing the whole drink with the matcha wasn't an issue. Neither the matcha nor the cream took over too much in my drink, unlike some matcha drinks I've had where an added flavor - like strawberry or mango, for instance - dominated the drink. Like other places, they also whisk their matcha here, so it's bound to be good. I'll come back and try their other drinks at another time, and hopefully come across their matcha matcha. I will say it feels a little noisier than other cafés the more people are inside.

The turon matcha is sooo good! They took a very viral drink and made it better!! It's crazy it actually tastes like turon loll. Strawb matcha is good but I think I've been having strawb matcha so often lately that they are starting to taste the same to me hahaha. Great space inside with nice furniture and lots of people studying/working. Also very friendly owners!

First off..forgot to take a pic so apologies for the last minute snap haha. The matcha lychee lemonade was fantastic though! A very refreshing pick-me-up midway through the day and not too sweet. Presentation was 10/10. Interior of the cafe is very aesthetic (think mid century modern / japandi) so it's a nice spot to hangout but the surrounding neighborhood is also worth exploring if the shop is a bit crowded. I will be back to try the yuzu espresso tonic! Parking- I found street parking around the neighborhood. Update: went back for the turon matcha latte. again another 10/10. delish. banana marketing really popping off with these banana matcha lattes.

Hmm came here because it was a hot new tea (and coffee!) shop in town. The place was hopping! Very busy and very long line after lunch on Sunday. They had a shelf of fun snacks and other goodies (stickers, tea, a book?, etc). I got a bag of $6 milk tea flavored popcorn and ordered a black milk tea with oat milk and boba. Staff was friendly and drinks came quick. There was a park across the street you could sit at to chat and drink boba, if it's nice out like it was today and there are no seats left inside. Pearls were nicely textured, chewy, maybe sliiiiightly over done. The tea flavor was good. ...but the drink itself tastes mostly watery? I guess there wasn't much milk. Also quite sweet, I'm used to adjusting sugar levels when I get tea and this place was just SugarToTheMax!. I think ultimately for what I got I could've gotten any number of places for a better price. I don't recommend the popcorn ;_; it just tasted like some form of kettle corn, and not at all of the tea.

New cafe in Madrona! The interior is cute and lively. They sell trinkets, foods, etc near the cashier. The matcha matcha was sold out so I ordered the matcha einspanner. They hand whisk the matcha which is nice. The cafe was fairly busy on a Sunday, but it took a total of 10 minutes to order and receive my drink. My drink was ok. It has a funky taste and I only got to drinking half before throwing it away. Something was off putting and I tried my best to like it :(. I've had worse matchas and nothing stood out about this one except a funky taste. Maybe their other drinks are better but I don't see myself returning anytime soon. The drink is a 2/5 but the vibes and everything bumps this to a 3.

By far the best matcha cafe I've been to. I was missing the nyc matcha cafes that I've visited last weekend and heard something similar opened up (finally!) in Seattle. They carried my favorite kettl products from nyc, and I knew this is def the place to get quality matcha drinks. We ordered a Lychee matcha-ade and a Turon matcha, both were delicious, though I prefer the Turon matcha more. Matcha matcha was sold out, so def need to come back to try this one next time. The cafe is quite spacious and I love how it's based in my favorite neighborhood: Madrona (quaint and and quite lovely on a sunny day like today). Not too long of a line, and it is worth the wait if there's ever a long queue. Drinks came out in 5 minutes or less, so service was quick.

I have been following the owners for awhile. Through pop ups and the journey to opening the space. A few weeks ago I got a little preview of the space and what to expect. But wanted to wait to do a review till I visited and experience the full experience of ordering and waiting. They're in the second week of soft opening. Service was friendly which ai expected. The line was long but mostly cause customers were taking awhile to decide what tomorrow order. But line moved well and service was helpful and friendly. Since they were out of matcha it was nice they were offering their afternoon menu before noon the day I went. I was looking for something decaf so the yuzu honey tea was suggested I got it iced was very nice and refreshing. Ordered the mango coconut slush for my dad. I didn't get any food this visit though have had the OG croffle and it is nicely caramelized. They were low on pastries probably cause they were busy all weekend but there were still some onigiri left. I grabbed a couple items from the Anyoung Super which is always a perk when there is a little market kiosk onsite. Lots of natural lighting tables, and couch conversation setting. Aesthetic makes you feel right at home. Light wood clean lines. Definitely a place neighbors and the community will want to hangout at. Definitely will be back

So heres my update: Got to try the matcha einspanner and their black milk tea. Came in with a positive outlook and thought my expectations were going to be met. While I don't discount the quality in the ingredients one thing that fell short was the matcha einspanner. To me what makes an einspanner is the thick/dense layer of whipped cream that doesn't easily dissipate into the drink itself unless agitated or stirred forcefully. And yoka's take on the einspanner was more reminiscent of a "espresso con panna" but with matcha instead of espresso. The whipped cream element was lightly milky, and creamy. I tried their black milk tea with boba. It wasn't bad. I also thought it was milky and wish it had a stronger tea flavor. The boba texture wasn't qq in the initial first half of my tasting experience. It was soft and reminded me of the boba pearls in the black milk tea ice cream bars that were all the rave a few years ago. During the 2nd half of my experience it started to get chewy and have that bounce that I like. Going back to the stronger tea comment. It was mentioned during the ordering process that they could make it so the tea flavor is bolder. So if you like your milk teas to be more tea forward. Mention it and I'm sure it'll be a different experience. I guess the final question to answer is, what would I come here for? Personally I like their Turon Matcha Latte. I would also recommend the strawberry matcha latte. I think I would get their milk tea if I was in the area and was craving a milk tea with boba, but I wouldn't personally seek it out. Lastly, I wouldn't order the einspanner if I were expecting it to have that thick/dense whipped cream component.

I have already been to Yoka twice and love it!! I have been a supporter of them when they still had their popups and would go as often as possible and so proud of what they were able to do with this store :D This time my friend and I ordered the strawberry matcha, matcha latte with matcha foam, and the strawberry jasmine tea. We both LOVED the matchas. The workers who helped us were so wonderful in helping and serving especially with how busy they were as it was a Sunday. The interior of the store is decorated beautifully and serves as a great study spot besides the rather cramped seating and sticky tables :( I am looking forward to when they add their drinks from their past popups as I miss them so much!!

cute café in the madrona neighborhood! there was a short wait but service was super hospitable. i ordered the strawberry matcha latté and the matcha was pretty good. the strawberry purée actually reminded me of the strawberry shortcake matcha at blank street which was interesting. my friend ordered the lychee matcha-ade which was super refreshing, and it's nice that you can adjust sugar. the space itself is so cute and i love the decor.

This is a cute spot in the neighborhood. The service is amazing! They are very friendly ! They have a little section with some awesome different snacks. The strawberry matcha was so delicious. I'll be back to try the banana matcha. Definitely visit this place on your next coffee/ matcha run

Came back and did not regret trying the strwbry matcha (10/10!!) Out of all the drinks I've tried so far -- yoka einspanner, matcha einspanner, and strwbry matcha, my favorite is the strwbry matcha! The strwbry matcha is less sweet compared to the other drinks (which I like!) I learned that they use in-house vanilla syrup as their sweetener for their matcha drinks. The strwbry matcha was strong but not overpowering, grassy, and earthy with a hint of umami. I was very impressed by the strwbry compote in the strwbry matcha -- it was the perfect bite sized chunks! I love that you can chew it rather than sipping it directly down your esophagus. The compote was not too chunky and not too fine. Bonus points for the strwbry compote not being too sweet. I can feel and see that the owners curated their menu and drinks with lots of attention to detail and thoughtfulness. This was my second time there and the only downside was that the wifi was slow as it was a pretty full house. Many people were wfh or studying. Despite the wifi being slow, I'll still give this place 5 stars because the drinks, ambiance, and customer service was wonderful!

What a stunning place in the heart of Madrona! I love their selection of beverages and despite it being their soft opening, the space is curated to be super homey and cozy, kept very clean and tidy and professional, I can't believe this is a new spot that just opened! The staff embodies the true spirit of hospitality - upon ordering, they genuinely appreciated my patience while waiting in line and enthusiastically shared what makes their drink items unique from each other to help me decide. Every question i asked was met with enthusiastic expertise. The menu itself is a work of art - the typography is exquisite, perfectly legible while showcasing their distinctive brand identity. Their illustrations also that perfect balance of subtle charm yet bold character that elevates the entire experience before you even place your order! I had the absolute pleasure of indulging in their matcha einspanner and the OG croffle. Though I had my heart set on the strawberry matcha (which had sold out by my 1:20pm Saturday arrival!), the einspanner proved to be a revelation. The harmonious marriage of premium matcha with their signature whipped honey created a flavor profile that was simultaneously complex and comforting. I'm already counting down the days until I can return to sample their elusive strawberry matcha creation! The OG croffle deserves its own standing ovation - a masterpiece of texture and flavor that defies description. Generously portioned and presented with Instagram-worthy elegance, each bite was pure bliss. My only tiny suggestion would be the addition of a knife to better to cut it while eating. I couldnt risk eating with my hands and risking losing any of these divine toppings. Yoka is a destination that has instantly earned a permanent spot in my heart. I'm already planning my next visit. Its Mothers day weekend, bring your mom here this weekend if she likes matcha

I love how edgy and aesthetic the interior is. Everyone looked so happy chatting and sipping on their drinks with friends. I ordered the yoka einspanner with oat milk which tasted like a delicious coffee served on a cloud. It was light and airy, packed with flavor. It was so good. I also enjoyed watching them make matcha drinks. Customer service was excellent and the staff were very friendly.

Finally came to try this spot and love it! Got the strawberry matcha and it has a strong matcha flavor and is less sweet than others I have had. The ube croffle was super yummy and had a great texture. The sac sac grape slushee was also really good and refreshing. The interior has a nice chill vibe. The drinks were made really fast and the staff was so friendly

Such a wonderful addition to the madrona neighborhood! There is ample street parking around the neighborhood. The cafe is spacious and cozy at the same time- filled with a mixture of families, friends, and individuals enjoying the vibes while working or catching up over a splendid drink. With a well curated selection of snacks and goods available for purchase, Yoka is the cool new cafe that you'll want to spend some time inside. I tried both their matcha and coffee and was impressed by the flavors of both. The staff hand whisk their matcha and take the time to make sure the matcha was smooth and frothy. Espresso was pulled perfectly and not burnt at all. The team takes their time with their products. Kind and helpful staff. When I visited they were in their soft opening phase, but i'm excited to see Yoka tea expand and elevate!

Incredible!!! The coffee was so perfect, I got the yoka einspanner and it was the perfect balance of lightly sweet and full of flavor. The shop is super cute and a great atmosphere, lots of natural light. And the owner is so nice!! Definitely recommend.

Yoka tea is amazing! Their matcha is delicious! I haven't gotten to try anything else on their menu yet but I have really high hopes for everything else! Matcha is smooth and vibrant, everything that I look for in a good iced matcha latte. The employees were super friendly too! :) it was really cozy in there with a lot of tables. There were many people working on something inside the cafe. Definitely 10/10 would recommend!

I got the iced Turon matcha and I loved it!! I went on a Thursday afternoon and there was barely a wait for the matcha. I enjoyed the neighborhood it's located in and was a nice shop overall. The banana purée at the bottom gave the perfect amount of sweetness to the matcha, I'm very happy I tried this as I was in between getting the strawberry matcha. Overall the color and flavor of the matcha was great!

Yoka Tea was cooking up the best milk tea drinks as a pop-up before working their butts off to finally open a brick-and-mortar in Central District recently. The masterminds behind this place are brilliant designers as the spot is so chic and cozy in a crisply elegant way I've ever seen before honestly. There are rare and novel pantry goods that will excite your sensibilities from spiced flower tea kits and candied fruit peels (highly recommend) to sesame pastes and milk tea popcorn. The menu itself is big enough without being too much, though I've only been there the first week so it may change. One issue I had is I think the "brown sugar milk" drink is listed under "Milk Tea" on the menu when it doesn't have any actual tea, so I got it and was disappointed. Not sure if there was a boba milk tea option but I imagine so? I tried a mango coconut slushie, a jasmine tea and a sac sac (green grape korean drink with pieces of grape in it, very good) slushie and the sac sac slushie was by far my favorite. Tastes like a creamy honeydew slushy. The jasmine tea was refreshing but the flavors weren't quite balanced for me (needed more of a refreshing punch, a little watery) and the mango coconut slushie was also hitting that 6/10 when I wanted the flavors at an 11/10. But hey, this was week one, so give em a little slack. The croffles though are the best I've ever had, oh my god. Make sure you get one of those if you can make room for it. Tastes like an amazing croissant 'waffled' beautifully with homemade whipped cream thats got the perfect texture and flavor. The owners are absolute sweethearts and badasses and you won't be disappointed both supporting them and taking a chance on the amazing enterprise they've crafted together.

So excited to see more matcha cafes pop up around Seattle and Yoka did not disappoint! The first time my cousin and I both got the Turon matcha which worked really with the matcha. The second time I took my husband and he got the strawberry matcha and I tried the Yoka Einspanner. Both drinks were really great! Out of the three I think the Yoka Einspanner was my favorite! You can really taste their matcha and it was actually strong! Great ambiance. If Yoka was closer to where I live I could definitely see myself here every day!

Love that you can actually taste the matcha; matcha to milk/flavoring ratio was perfect!! Service was 10/10 :) More seating than I expected, pretty sure there were outlets by every table, lots of sunlight!

One of the tastiest Matcha lattes I've had. I am so glad that they have the einspanner here. Great addition to the neighborhood. I love the ambience of the shop. Super friendly service. I highly recommend this place and would come back!

Had no expectations with all this random matcha craze, but super cute spot. I love the lil supermarket corner, less line/crowded, and decently priced drinks. I overall really enjoyed the experience and the people who work there are super nice.

I was so surprised by how much I liked this because I think I like this more than the most popular matcha einspanner places in LA right now! I got the Yoka Einspanner. I like how the drink doesn't primarily rely on sweetness to taste good, but on the flavor of the matcha. You have to mix the drink a lot, and after that the matcha flavor comes out so strong. It is a bit different than the traditional einspanner that has a lottt of cream, but I didn't mind having less of a heavy cream taste. Plenty of seating in the interior and parking is so easy. Will be a regular spot for me!

One of the best matcha drinks I've ever had!! We tried the matcha matcha (matcha with matcha cream) and the strawberry matcha, and they were amazing. So thick and creamy like eating ice cream but also not too sweet. The space is big with lots of seating and in a cute area to walk around. All the staff is welcoming and makes this place special!

We are traveling from out of town and my wife found this place on yelp for a matcha. The staff was SO nice and made us feel very welcomed. The drinks were also delicious and the store is very cute. My wife got the Bannana matcha and it was very yummy I got a yuzu espresso tonic which I loved.

Yoka tea is a very aesthetic and cute cafe. I absolutely love the design and the space itself. I'd love to come work here. The service is very nice and friendly as well. The matcha looked beautiful, but the actual taste was not there. I was drinking milk, and the milk was good, but there was zero matcha flavor itself. It came out to $10, and all I had was a cup of milk. It was disappointing because I liked everything else about this place. If they fix their matcha measurements, this place has the potential to be 10/10z

Best matcha latte in Seattle!! I got the Turon Matcha Latte. Ive tried so many matcha spots and this is one of my favorites! The matcha flavor is strong and a very nice green color, had a slight sweetness to the matcha. The smooth, subtle earthy, umami flavors of the matcha pairs well with the sweeter banana purée at the bottom. (Not overly sweet) The service was great and the employees were really kind. I love the ambiance and aesthetic of the place, there was a good amount of seating on the weekday, I really like how spacious it is too. Cute neighborhood to walk around in.

Yoka Tea is another excellent edition to Seattle's ever growing cafe community! The interior well decorated with lots of natural light and seating. Staff is extremely nice despite how busy it can get. Their matcha is well crafted and you can taste the time and effort put into them. I got the matcha latte w/ oat and it just right not too sweet at all and vibrant green. Excited to go back and try other drinks.

the location is a bit out of the way. if i'm in the area i'd get the yoka einspanner again. the turon matcha was okay.. lines are short compared to other matcha locations in seattle. overall cute asian focused spot. fun fact the logos are done by filipino artist . also they have fun asian snacks for sale. couldn't try the food, i believe food is sold after 12pm :(

Glad to see Yoka move into the neighborhood! Morden and chic decor with reasonably good amount of chairs. Matcha was sold out when I was there so I reluctantly tried the slushy which was way too sweet for me but fun to try at least once nevertheless. Yuzu espresso was novel and refreshing. Looking forward to trying matcha later.

Yoka Tea is it. I got to go to their friends & family opening a couple weekends ago, and I'm still thinking about the drinks like they're old crushes I never confessed to. I had the Saksak Slushy and the Yuzu Espresso--both were ridiculously good. The slushy was super refreshing (honestly felt like vacation in a cup), and the yuzu + espresso combo? Wild on paper, magic in your mouth. I wasn't ready for how much I'd like it. The owner's a close friend of mine, and if there's one thing you should know about him, it's that he doesn't half-do anything. He's the kind of person who'll stress over the spacing of a menu font or the exact texture of a cup lid--and somehow, it all pays off. You can feel the intentionality in every corner of the shop. Highly recommend stopping by if you're in the area. And if you aren't in the area, get in the area. Your taste buds will thank you.

Tried the strawberry matcha with oat milk and really liked it. Smooth, not too sweet, and the strawberry added a nice subtle flavor. Staff is friendly and they handle the long line really quickly. I'll definitely be coming back!

We tried the matcha einspanner and the strawberry jasmine, both were some of my favorite drinks in Seattle for me. Matcha was very prominent and the einspanner was creamy and had nice mouthfeel. Strawberry compote paired nicely with the Jasmine tea. We also tried the boba topping, but it was just ok. I think I would opt for the other toppings instead next time. All in all, one of my new favorite matcha and tea spots!

I love their Matcha Einspanner and Strawberry Matcha drink. The matcha flavor is rich with a creamy whipping cream. It is so so good. The store is clean and chic and their staffs are super friendly.

Cute spot in Madrona, vibey with stylish interior! I got the Turon Matcha. The banana puree in the bottom was a little thick/chunky, which I just wasn't expecting texturally. Found it kept getting stuck in the straw. Overall the drink was OK, but I wouldn't go out of the way for it. Especially at $10+ for one drink with tip. I waited about 30min total, with time in line to order and waiting for my order considered. Matcha is hand whisked to order. I respect the hustle!

I just got back from Japan and have been on a hunt for a quality matcha drink and Yoka Tea definitely delivered! I love their strawberry matcha drink that is made with in-house strawberry purée. It is so good and the matcha they use is top-notch.

Relatively new coffee/tea spot! They serve amazing matcha beverages using ceremonial grade matcha. Favs include: matcha einspanner & strawberry matcha. Not overly sweet and they use a hefty amount of matcha. Love a place that doesn't skimp! Ideal place to study, work, or even enjoy a hangout. Would def come back!!

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So great to see a matcha cafe open up on this side of the city! We got two matcha drinks and both were delicious, the matcha flavor was really good. The cafe also had tons of seating inside for working or chatting.