Your ultimate guide to sipping strawberry matcha around Perth
The day has come! We know you’ve seen the TikTok videos raving about strawberry matcha, but now it’s finally time to try it for yourself.
Article by Kyla Geneff
As self-proclaimed matcha lovers and connoisseurs, there’s no doubt that the proliferation of the green goodness in Perth’s cafe scene has been welcome – and it’s safe to say it’s dominating it.
However, matcha certainly isn’t everyone’s forte. If you’re a part of the “it tastes like grass” party, or you’re looking to add a bit of natural sweetness to your favourite morning beverage, then we think strawberry matcha is destined to be your new love.
We’ve hunted down a fair few places serving up strawberry matcha in Perth right now and compiled the ultimate list:
Hemingway by Mo Cafe
One of the original places to serve authentic matcha in Perth, Hemingway by Mo Cafe, has announced they will be adding the strawberry twist to this classic onto their menu. Producing high-quality beverages is at the heart of all things this CBD cafe does, so it’s safe to say their strawberry matcha will be crafted to excellence.
152/158 St Georges Terrace, Perth
Cafe Tiara
Known for their mouth-watering Korean desserts, Cafe Tiara is another spot that’s added this green tea delight to its menu. But, they didn’t stop there; if you’re loving the fruity flavours of strawberry matcha then the creamy mango version on their menu is one you’ll definitely want to try.
89 Lake Street, Northbridge
Lulu Lala
Great news! LuLu LaLa has also made their seasonal special, the strawberry cream matcha latte, a permanent menu item. This hole-in-the-wall Northbridge coffee shop has always been renowned for good matcha, so there’s no surprise that when they announced this special it became loved enough to stay.
1/100 Aberdeen Street, Northbridge
Chaffic
Australia’s homegrown beverage brand renowned for its rich blend of Chinese heritage and modern innovation has popped up all overPerth in recent years – in fact they’ve just opened up a brand new spot in Forrest Chase. Which means its the perfect time enjoy their new product line of fusion drinks, which just so happens to include a strawberry matcha offering! Even better, members can pop down to that new Forrest Chase location and enjoy their first coffee drink for just $2.99 in celebration of Chaffic’s new fusion coffee line.
Various locations
Chu Bakery
You’re sitting in Hyde Park listening to the sounds of birds chirping in the trees above, the morning sun beams down, warming your skin… In your hand, you hold a cool cup of iced strawberry matcha from Chu Bakery. Life is good. In all seriousness though, Chu has pretty much perfected the art of making a strawberry matcha. It’s from this cup that you’ll taste the earthy tones of matcha and the fruity flavours of strawberry, wrapped in each other in harmony.
498 William Street, Highgate
Bagel O’s
Think: one of Perth’s best bagels in one hand, and a strawberry matcha in the other… Well, Bagel O’s has just made this dream come true and we’re not mad about it. You can now get your bagel and strawberry matcha fix in one go at this wildly good delicatessen, and all we have to say about it is one big thank you.
627 Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley
115 Rokeby Road, Subiaco
Cheol’s
Sip into spring with a refreshing strawberry matcha at Cheol’s Cafe. This cutesy cafe’s baby-pink exterior is right on theme and will have you craving their sweet treat before you’ve even made it inside. Arrive for the strawberry matcha and stay for their banging Korean fusion brunch options.
8/609 Beaufort Street, Mount Lawley
In Good Hands
This beloved Mt Hawthorn coffee shop is whipping up a stunningly layered strawberry matcha. With strawberry compote on the bottom, high-quality matcha in the middle and a glass topped with fluffy and creamy strawberry foam, you won’t be disappointed. If you’re in need of a berry fix, make sure you pop into In Good Hands on the weekends to also enjoy their blueberry matcha special.
1/186 Scarborough Beach Road, Mount Hawthorn
Gather
This neighbourhood bakehouse tucked into the wall in Leederville is home to deliciously gooey cookies and a range of other sweet and savoury treats. At Gather, the strawberry matcha is on the milder side in terms of matcha strength and therefore perfect for those of you who are fond of strawberries and not so fond of the traditional grassy undertones.
201 Oxford Street, Leederville
2 Deer Cafe
Step inside another dimension at 2 Deer Cafe, literally. The interior of this Lathlain eatery has been painted by a local Indonesian artist to create a unique 2D-themed space. As you can imagine, it’s very aesthetically pleasing (see: super Instagrammable). While you’re enjoying your strawberry matcha here, why not double your matcha fix with a slice of the cafe’s decadent strawberry matcha cake?
25D Gallipoli Street, Lathlain
Cafe Eighty2
Grab your furry friend and head along to the pet-friendly Cafe Eighty 2, home to the first strawberry matcha to land on the scene in Perth. The drink is crafted with the freshest of strawberries, and it’s no secret that these guys know what they’re doing. Pair this with one of the cafe’s many mouth-watering menu items and you’ll be in for an unforgettable feed.
953 Albany Hwy, East Victoria Park
Daisies
Daises Cottesloe is churning out strawberry matcha alongside smoothie bowls, smashed avo and other fan favourites at their beloved corner deli. Just up the road from Grant Street Beach, it’s never been easier to sip a strawberry matcha and soak up the sun on the sand. We know what we’ll be doing this summer.
305 Marmion Street, Cottesloe
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Palette Fremantle
A restaurant and an art gallery in one? We think yes. Inside Palette Fremantle you’ll find the walls decorated with monthly exhibitions of vibrant local artworks. What you’ll also find here is a delicately crafted strawberry matcha that’s just as pleasing on the tastebuds as it is on the eyes. (They’ve also just launched a pistachio matcha that we’re absolutely itching to try…)
1 Freeman Loop, North Fremantle
3 Little Pigs
Who knew strawberry matcha could be so cute? 3 Little Pigs serves up a Thai and Asian-inspired street food menu with the likes of miso scrambled eggs, a jumbo tom yum and more – and when your drink is bought out to you, expect to find an adorable pig-shaped ice cube sitting at the top of your glass. It makes for the cutest strawberry matcha we ever did see.
231 South Terrace, South Fremantle
Header Image Credit: Daisies Cottesloe