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Matcha-Ya

NW.05/10 Steam Mill La, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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NW.05/10 Steam Mill La, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 473 437 631
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Matcha-Ya

Tucked down Steam Mill Lane, Matcha-Ya serves tea-forward Japanese comfort built on natural umami and bracing, earthy bitterness. Forget cloying syrups. Purists flock here for the genuine bite of green tea. The space runs bright, clean, and understated, mirroring a contemporary Tokyo tea bar. Order the matcha swirl soft serve—smooth, creamy, and restrained on sugar. Or pivot to the savory side with hot matcha soba crowned by crispy prawn tempura. For the walk home, counter staff pack grab-and-go boxes stacked with panko-crusted chicken and prawn katsu sandwiches.

  • Tea-Forward Profile: Matcha and hojicha creations favor natural roasted bitterness and earthy depth over heavy syrups.
  • Savory Tea Offerings: Green tea soba noodle bowls and crisp prawn tempura share the menu with katsu sandwich boxes.
  • Tokyo Modern Aesthetic: A clean, bright laneway cafe in Steam Mill Lane channeling contemporary Tokyo dessert bars.
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Why Choose Matcha-Ya

Discover why Sydney tea enthusiasts and casual diners visit Matcha-Ya for authentic Japanese green tea, comforting bowls, and sweet moments.

  • Authentic Tea-Forward Balance

    Matcha-Ya serves rich, authentic green tea creations from soft serves to lattes where natural earthy bitterness is finely balanced rather than overpowered by sugar.

    The matcha flavor was rich and authentic, with the perfect balance of earthy bitterness and sweetness.

    Nikita Kimberly

  • Savory Matcha Soba Integration

    The kitchen pairs delicate green tea soba noodle soup with tempura or savory toppings, offering a full Japanese dining experience beyond standard sweets.

    The matcha soba was fresh and flavourful, and the tempura prawns were delicious.

    Yulan Zheng

  • Soul-Nourishing Comfort

    Guests find comforting relief in soul-nourishing tea drinks and house sandwiches that quickly dissolve daily fatigue in a calm environment.

    The F&B is so soul-nourishing and comforting, I don't know how else to describe it – my favourite is the tiramisu houjicha latte and tamago/chicken katsu sandwich, it takes any stress of the day away instantly

    Fio Na

  • Transportive Tokyo Cafe Aesthetic

    The bright, stylish interior and modern tea bar aesthetic evoke the serene feeling of stepping directly into an authentic Japanese dessert cafe.

    Walking in felt like stepping into one of those modern dessert bars in Japan. The space is bright, stylish, and welcoming, with a lovely colour palette and lighting.

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  • Laneway Catch-Ups and Chats

    Tucked into Steam Mill Lane, the cafe provides a warm, comfortable spot to sit back and catch up with friends over afternoon tea or after-dinner treats.

    Overall great experience and a lovely place to have matcha and a good chat with friends. Atmosphere is comfortable and warm.

    Flora F

  • Convenient Meal-Ready Takeaways

    Alongside dine-in desserts and noodles, the cafe offers substantial katsu sandwich combos and ready-to-go takeaway boxes ideal for meals later.

    It came with a prawn katsu and chicken katsu sandwich combo, neatly packed and perfect for later.

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Signature green-tea noodles, soft serve, and authentic house drinks

  • Matcha Soba

    The soba had a great texture, and the toppings worked really well together.

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  • Matcha Soft Serve

    The matcha flavor was rich and authentic, with the perfect balance of earthy bitterness and sweetness.

    Nikita Kimberly

  • Matcha Latte

    While the matcha is always high-quality and tastes fantastic, what truly sets this place apart is the team behind the counter.

    Shawn

  • Grilled Dango

    The grilled dango was freshly made with a slightly crispy outside and soft, chewy centre.

    Yui D

Other favorites

Complementary specialty tea desserts, roasted tea drinks, and baked goods

  • Hojicha Sundae

    We also loved the hojicha sundae and freshly grilled dango, rich in tea flavour but not overly sweet.

    Yulan Zheng

  • Matcha Roll Cake

    notably the Matcha Roll Cake which was very full and has a nice cream-to-cake ratio.

    Lysha

  • Matcha Cheesecake

    the matcha cheesecake is truly top notch — creamy, delicate, and full of authentic flavour.

    Maryna Zeider

  • Hojicha Latte

    And the hojicha latte was not sweet, and came in a generous mug.

    Selene.J

Before you head over

Practical guidance on menu balancing, portion sizes, and timing your visit.

  • Balance Rich Tea Bitterness

    If you prefer drinks that aren't bitter, pair hot matcha lattes with sweet pastries like the matcha roll cake, as straight tea preparations lean noticeably earthy.

  • Plan Around Hearty Sandwich Portions

    Take advantage of generous takeaway sandwich combos or order hearty portions to split, as sandwich servings can easily feed multiple people.

  • Visit on Weekday Afternoons

    For a calmer afternoon tea or post-dinner treat with plenty of indoor seating and brisk service, plan your stop during weekday afternoons.

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