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Naau Cafe

276 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Recommended by 42 people

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276 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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+61 431 855 329
HoursMonday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Thursday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Naau Cafe

Naau Cafe serves up rich, umami-packed matcha and roasted hojicha from a no-frills takeaway window on Russell Street. City regulars drop by for fast morning pickups and cold, layered drinks—especially the house-made raspberry matcha latte, pairing grassy tea notes with a tart berry puree. For a richer sip, velvety peanut butter cream or pistachio cream caps off iced hojicha, cut cleanly with oat or soy milk.

  • Signature Nut Creams: Matcha and roasted hojicha lattes topped with thick, sweet-and-salty peanut butter or pistachio cream layers.
  • House Raspberry Puree: Concentrated iced matcha poured over fresh in-house berry puree for a balanced, tangy profile.
  • Speedy Window Service: A compact Russell Street hole-in-the-wall built for swift counter ordering and window collection.
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Why Choose Naau Cafe

Discover why Melbourne tea enthusiasts choose Naau Cafe for distinct matcha and hojicha creations.

  • Signature Velvety Nut Cream Layers

    Lattes are crafted with deeply rich, earthy tea profiles paired with signature velvety peanut butter and pistachio cream toppings that add an indulgent, slightly salty depth.

    Masterfully put together with the peanut butter cream mixture on top adds another level of sweet & salty.

    Jane Purdevski

  • Balanced Tart Raspberry Infusions

    House-made raspberry puree delivers a tangy, vibrant fruit contrast that complements the bold, authentic matcha base without being cloying.

    The slight tartness complemented the matcha beautifully, creating a perfectly balanced drink without either flavour overpowering the other.

    Jenny Nguyen

  • Streamlined Takeaway Window Format

    A streamlined counter and pickup window setup ensures fast drink preparation with minimal waiting during peak morning routines.

    You Oder your drinks inside and wait outside the window to collect. Simple and fast .. a no frills cafe

    Lucy Roberts Lucy

  • Fast Grab-and-Go CBD Routine

    Designed as an efficient grab-and-go hole-in-the-wall spot, providing a dependable, speedy caffeine stop on the go in Melbourne CBD.

    While the space is cozy with limited seating, it’s perfect for a quick takeaway.

    ain norman

  • Approachable Flavors for Sweet Teeth

    Carefully formulated fruit and cream pairings provide a dessert-like profile that softens bitter notes, making specialty Japanese tea accessible to newcomers.

    For anyone with a sweet tooth that wants to try matcha, this is a great spot!

    Hasini A

  • Inventive Flavor Combinations

    Nutty creams combined with roasted hojicha and smooth matcha elevate standard tea drinks into inventive, memorable specialty treats.

    We tried the peanut cream and pistachio cream, and both were absolutely incredible. The flavor combinations are a game-changer!

    Minima Me

Signature Japanese tea creations topped with house nut creams and fruit purees

  • Raspberry Matcha Latte

    I ordered the Raspberry Matcha Latte with oat milk, and it was so good!

    Jenny Nguyen

  • Hojicha Peanut Cream

    the hojicha peanut cream is so buss!! i really recommend !!

    jen

  • Peanut Cream Matcha Latte

    The he most delicious peanut cream matcha latte (with almond milk) I’ve had.

    Jane Purdevski

  • Pistachio Matcha Latte

    Their pistachio matcha latte is a standout—creamy, nutty, and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet.

    ain norman

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there seating available to sit down and drink inside?

Naau Cafe operates primarily as a quick takeaway window spot. There is no dedicated indoor dining area, with only a few waiting stools available inside.

What signature drinks are recommended to try?

Customer favorites include the Raspberry Matcha Latte made with house-made raspberry puree, as well as iced matcha or hojicha topped with signature sweet and savory peanut butter cream or pistachio cream.

Does the cafe offer alternative milk options?

Yes, alternative milks such as oat milk and soy milk are available, with some specialty drinks like the raspberry matcha commonly served on oat milk.

How long is the wait, and do items sell out?

Service is typically very quick with minimal wait time, though popular specialty batches like matcha can occasionally sell out early in the afternoon.

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