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Malcolm Corner by Matcha Kona

23 Malcolm St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

Recommended by 63 people

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23 Malcolm St, South Yarra VIC 3141, Australia

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+61 493 737 257
HoursMonday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM Saturday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday: 7:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Malcolm Corner by Matcha Kona

Malcolm Corner pairs hand-whisked matcha with Indonesian street-food comforts at prices rare for South Yarra. Regulars drop in for velvety matcha lattes layered with ube cold foam or freshly whisked over ice, skipped of any grainy bitterness. The compact kitchen turns out pressed Mie Goreng toasties and crisp chicken katsu curry bowls, while sunlight fills the tables during quiet study breaks. Pair a hot brew with a condensed milk coffee or a saucy Wagyu Senpai bowl.

  • Hand-Whisked Matcha: Made to order without graininess, layered with ube cloud, strawberry, or regular milk.
  • Mie Goreng Toasties & Bowls: Indonesian street flavors hit pressed sandwiches alongside hearty chicken katsu and Wagyu Senpai bowls.
  • Unpretentious Neighborhood Value: A quiet, sunlit room off Malcolm Street with generous portions well below neighborhood price points.
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Why Choose Malcolm Corner

Why South Yarra locals visit Malcolm Corner for authentic matcha, fusion toasties, and peaceful afternoon breaks.

  • Authentic Hand-Whisked Matcha Quality

    Matcha beverages are whisked to order with generous, rich matcha powder, delivering a smooth, velvety texture without bitterness or inflated pricing.

    It’s very round and has no bitterness at all. The amount they use is very generous and the price is very reasonable

    Ma Rie

  • Generous & Affordable Comfort Fare

    Hearty lunch and dinner options like chicken katsu curry and wagyu bowls offer generous portion sizes and comforting flavours at remarkably accessible prices.

    The Katsu curry was delicious - lovely curry sauce and tender chicken with a lovely crispy coating.

    Kaal Kaczmarek

  • Artisanal Layered Matcha Creations

    Specialty items like iced ube matcha, cloudy matcha cold foams, and strawberry layers bring playful, creamy twists to traditional Japanese tea.

    Love their ube matcha! Delicious cream on top and doesn’t taste artificial at all

    Genevieve Chen

  • Indonesian Street-Food Toastie Combos

    A uniquely creative sandwich selection includes pressed Mie Goreng noodles and Southeast Asian condensed milk coffee alongside Japanese lunch staples.

    There's some interesting combos for the toasties but all are great! The Mi Goreng Toastie is excellent!

    Wenchbane

  • Quiet, Sunlit Study Haven

    Tucked away just off Chapel Street, the space enjoys warm natural sunlight and a calm atmosphere suited for study or focused work sessions.

    The cafe gets lots of warm, natural sunlight and it's nice and peaceful in the afternoon, perfect for working or studying.

    Sharron X

  • South Yarra's Hidden Gem

    Guests love discovering an unpretentious neighborhood spot serving rapid lunch options and affordable café staples in the heart of South Yarra.

    Underappreciated and somehow a hidden gem. We stumbled over to this place after our local was closed and were shocked at two things - the extremely simple and delicious sandwhiches, and the price.

    Samuel Boyd

Signature hand-whisked drinks and comforting Asian-inspired cafe staples

  • Chicken Katsu Curry

    Chicken Katsu curry and rice was a safe choice. Beautiful crispy chicken with a moist interior rice and pickles were a treat!!

    The Old Fossicker

  • Iced Ube Matcha Latte

    The Ube Matcha was delicious. Not too sweet, and the matcha flavour is quite strong.

    Mai

  • Cloudy Matcha

    The Chicken Katsu Curry and Cloudy Matcha are the perfect pairing — light enough for dinner yet satisfying enough for lunch.

    Thea Mogi

  • Mie Goreng Toastie

    The Mi Goreng Toastie is excellent!

    Wenchbane

Frequently Asked Questions

How are the matcha drinks prepared, and can sweetness be customized?

Matcha drinks are sweetened by default, but you can ask for no sugar if you prefer an unsweetened drink. Reviews note the matcha is hand-whisked to order, smooth, and richly flavored without bitterness, with dairy alternatives like soy, oat, and coconut milk available.

What food and drink items are most popular?

Popular drink options include the Iced Ube Matcha Latte, Cloudy Matcha, and Strawberry Matcha. For food, guests frequently recommend the Chicken Katsu Curry don, Wagyu Senpai don, and sandwiches like the Mi Goreng toastie.

How are the portion sizes and meal value?

Portions for the rice bowls and sandos are generous and filling, offering substantial meals at budget-friendly prices for South Yarra.

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