When you’re in Penang, you might find yourself with so little time and so matcha to do. If you’re a green tea lover on the hunt for the best matcha in Penang, we’ll save you some time by recommending the top 7 best matcha cafes in Penang. Only the highest qualitea for you!
1. Forest Cloud
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If you’re a coffee lover in Penang, chances are you’ve heard the name ‘Forest Cloud’ before. If you haven’t, let us introduce it to you. Forest Cloud is a quaint cafe on Jalan Penang designed with an old-fashioned exterior and a modern interior.
This Penang cafe promises to “bring you on a journey of flavours” — but we are only here for one flavour and we are happy to confirm that they do keep their promises! If you want to try some of the best matcha in Penang, you must try this cafe’s Miyama Matcha Latte that is packed with the luscious flavour of matcha tinged with a hint of pistachio. Pair your latte with a succulent, creamy Matcha Burnt Cheesecake; the perfect match(a)!
Address: 132, Jln Penang, George Town, 10000 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 10am – 6pm
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
2. Slow Coffee Person Slow Bar
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As its name suggests, this matcha cafe in Penang is not for people who are in a rush. If coffee, plants, and procrastination are your thing, you’ll want to pay this little cafe a visit.
This modest Penang cafe has a relaxed pace in the bustling city of George Town. Ring the doorbell and if there are less than 8 people seated inside, you might be invited in (but only for one hour!). A hidden gem in this hidden cafe is the matcha latte which has a good balance of smooth, creamy, and vegetal. If you’re up for a quick bite, try one of their matcha madeleines for that extra kick!
Address: 37, Church St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang
Operating hours: 10:30pm – 7pm (Tuesday & Wednesday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
3. Kafka
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Kafka is not just one of the best matcha cafes in Penang — it is one of the best cafes in Penang. Though matcha latte is just one item on its menu, Kafka does it great enough for it to be one of the top go-tos for matcha in the state.
Order a matcha latte, sit back and enjoy the quirky interior of this cafe with its contrasting furniture, rustic decorations and green plants blossoming in every nook and cranny! Depending on the time of the day you visit, you can indulge in Kafka’s breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. Whether you fancy an Avo & Cajun Spiced Chorizo Omelette, a Pulled Beef Rendang Pasta, or an Open Face Chicken Souvlaki, you can satisfy your cravings at this Penang cafe.
Address: 15, Jalan Kelawai, George Town, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 8am – 10:30pm | 8am – 6pm (Tuesdays)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
4. Lunabarcoffee
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Find joy in the simple things at Lunabarcoffee. This Penang cafe in George Town serves simple yet delicious cups of coffee and of course, matcha.
Sit amidst the vast greenery of the potted plants that surround you at this cafe, grab one of the many books off the shelf and slowly sip on a cup of matcha latte to relax and unwind in the simple joys of life. If you’re in for a treat, pair your matcha latte with Lunabarcoffee’s deliciously creamy Matcha Burnt Cheesecake!
Address: 10d, Jalan Clove Hall, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 11am – 5pm (Tuesday & Wednesday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
5. Matcho Cafe
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It’s all in the name! This matcha cafe serves some of the best matcha in Penang both in beverage and dessert form. Matcho cafe prides itself on being the go-to spot for matcha lovers in Penang to get their matcha fix.
The delicious handcrafted matcha latte is a matcha made in heaven but it should be a crime for you to visit this cafe and not tickle your taste buds with its delectable matcha flavoured cakes.
At Matcho cafe, we’re having a serious conversation about Matcha Cheesecake, Matcha Crepecake, Matcha Tiramisu and Matcha Adzuki Red Bean Roll. If you’re lucky enough to visit them on weekends when they’re feeling creative, you might even be able to taste specialties such as Korean Strawberry Matcha Shortcake!
Address: 99B, Lebuh Noordin, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 2pm – 10pm (Tuesday closed)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
6. Komichi Tea House
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Komichi Tea House might just win the title of the best matcha cafe in Penang because this cafe is matcha everything!
If you’re looking for an authentic matcha experience that will transport you to the tea farms of Japan, you’ll be sure to find it here. Komichi Tea House has one of the greenest menus you’ll ever come across with Matcha Cookies, a variety of Matcha Swiss Rolls with different fillings, Matcha Burnt Cheesecake, Matcha Ice Cream, Anmitsu with matcha jelly and matcha syrup, Dorayaki filled with matcha ice cream, Matcha Mochi and so matcha more! If you’re a matchaholic, this matcha cafe in Penang could just become your second home.
Address: 20, Lorong Toh Aka, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 11am – 5pm (Friday – Sunday)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
7. Norm Micro Roastery
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This Penang cafe may have a minimalist and industrial interior but its food and beverages are anything but! Norm Micro Roastery boasts rich coffee and just as rich matcha.
Whether you prefer it hot or cold, this Penang cafe will serve you a cup of matcha that’s rich in flavour. Grab a healthy snack off the menu to go with your matcha; perhaps a Citrus Passion Granola or a Brie and Berry.
If you’re hungrier for a bigger bite then the Conchiglie with Seasonal Mushrooms and the Duck and Carrot Risotto are waiting to be in your tummy!
Address: 13, Gat Lebuh Gereja, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Operating hours: 8am – 6pm (Sunday – Thursday) | 8am – 10pm (Friday and Saturday)
Social media: Instagram | Facebook
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We hope this article helped you find the best Matcha cafes in Penang to get your cravings satisfied! Follow us on Instagram (@penanglicious) for latest Penang cafe reviews!
