Restaurant
Pop Up - Matcha Mate
119 Hardware St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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119 Hardware St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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Pop Up - Matcha Mate cuts through Melbourne's milky cafe formulas with sharp, authentic Japanese green tea intensity. Tucked into Hardware Street, this all-matcha room swaps cloying sweetness for a punchy, bitter kick across hot lattes, matcha cold brews, and ceremonial pours. Regulars head straight for the oven run—soft white chocolate matcha cookies, often paired warm with an iced latte to balance the sweetness. Dessert plates follow the same green tea thread, from twice-baked cakes to bingsu bowls topped with matcha cheesecake, ice cream, and dango.
- Unsweetened, Punchy Tea Base: Drinks lean on a genuine bitter profile and balanced bittersweet finish rather than oversweetened milk.
- Matcha-Centric Bakes & Sweets: Bakes feature warm white chocolate matcha cookies, Basque cheesecake, and bingsu topped with red bean and dango.
- Guided Menu Adjustments: Staff talk guests through menu nuances and calibrate drink strengths to individual taste.
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Why Choose Matcha Mate
Authentic Japanese green tea preparations, fresh-baked matcha treats, and warm guidance in Melbourne's CBD.
Balanced Bittersweet Intensity
Beverages are formulated with an authentic bitter note that gives a distinct matcha kick without excessive sugar.
While the matcha latte had that strong bitter kick at first, it is soothed and balanced by a sweeter aftertaste.
Furi Comprehensive All-Matcha Menu
The menu spans specialized green tea preparations, from matcha cold brew and milkshakes to loaded matcha desserts.
From cakes to cookies to bingsu to hot and cold beverages, you'll definitely have your matcha cravings satisfied.
Nikki Fresh-Baked Matcha Cookies
Warm cookies baked fresh with rich matcha dough and soft fillings create a standout indulgence.
biting into the warm matcha and gooey white chocolate, I felt an intense urge to share these cookies with everyone I know.
Anja de Rose Drink and Dessert Pairings
Chilled and hot matcha drinks are served alongside textured desserts like macadamia cookies and Basque cheesecake.
Both the iced & the hot matcha taste so good! Also the matcha macadamia cookies & the matcha cheesecake are to die for.
Hannah Attentive Menu Guidance
Staff take time to explain options and make drink adjustments to help guests explore traditional green tea offerings.
the staff were very happy to help explain the menu and answer any questions I had about the product. They even went the extra mile to make slight adjustments to my drink
Tarquin Rosenfield Welcoming and Personal Hospitality
Attentive service makes visitors of all ages and solitary patrons feel recognized and well looked after.
The service was amazing with my son’s love of matcha being recognised and catered to exceptionally well.
NICHOLLE GATHERCOLE
Most popular items
Handcrafted drinks and freshly baked desserts celebrated by matcha lovers
Matcha Latte
While the matcha latte had that strong bitter kick at first, it is soothed and balanced by a sweeter aftertaste.
Furi Matcha White Chocolate Cookie
biting into the warm matcha and gooey white chocolate, I felt an intense urge to share these cookies with everyone I know.
Anja de Rose Matcha Basque Cheesecake
matcha basque cheesecake
Nikki Twice Baked Matcha Cake
twice baked flourless matcha cake is moist with intense matcha flavour
Alice
Other favorites
Specialty chilled refreshments, layered parfaits, and traditional tea treats
Matcha Cold Brew
Highly recommended the Matcha Cold Brew and the Basque Cheesecake.
B Ching Loaded Bingsu
I tried the Loaded Bingsu which was fully loaded (as the name suggests) with matcha cheesecake, matcha white choc cookie, matcha ice cream, biscoff crumbs, red bean, and dango.
Faa Papon Matcha Tiramisu
our favourite was definitely the matcha tiramisu
Jasmine Viviana Matcha Pudding
the pudding is delicious, not too sweet, but not too bitter
Andy Vuong
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful hospitality details that elevate the dedicated matcha experience
Tailored Drink Adjustments & Guided Tasting
The team takes time to walk guests through the Japanese green tea menu, explain traditional options, and make custom adjustments to drinks so each order suits individual tastes.
Personal Recognition for Repeat Visitors
Regular guests are remembered alongside their go-to orders, creating an attentive, personal touch in the compact shop.
Warm Fresh-from-the-Oven Cookie Bakes
Guests can request fresh-baked cookies straight from the oven, enjoying warm matcha dough with melted white chocolate centers.
Outdoor Tabletop QR Ordering
For guests who prefer ordering from the outdoor sidewalk seating, QR codes allow full ordering directly to tables without navigating the interior counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How bitter or sweet are the matcha drinks?
Matcha Mate's drinks focus on an authentic, strong bitter kick balanced by sweetness, contrasting with sweeter or milkier cafe styles. Staff can also adjust sweetness and customize drinks if requested.
What is the seating and accessibility like?
The cafe is a compact venue with narrow indoor space, a couple of entry steps, and limited outdoor seating comprising one table and a bench with outdoor QR code ordering.
What dessert options and portion sizes should you expect?
Popular items include fresh-baked matcha white chocolate and cornflake cookies, rich basque cheesecake, matcha tiramisu, and loaded bingsu with generous toppings meant for sharing.
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