In Greater Palm Springs, green isn’t just for palm trees. It’s also the color of the perfect pick-me-up to fuel your adventures: a delicious cup of matcha! From classic lattes to fruity favorites and refreshing twists, there’s a sip for every kind of matcha lover. Whether you like it hot or iced, sweet or earthy, these Greater Palm Springs cafés serve up unforgettable matcha moments!
Beautiful Day
Tucked away in La Quinta, Beautiful Day is a charming, family-owned farm-to-table restaurant where every brunch is made with seasonal ingredients, and their menu features something for every foodie. Pair your meal with their Mermaid Matcha, a shimmering latte made with ceremonial-grade matcha, blue spirulina, and a touch of glitter. A magical and detoxifying twist on a favorite!
Buena Matcha
Located along El Paseo in Palm Desert, Buena Matcha is a locally owned matcha bar offering delicious, well-balanced matcha drinks. What started as a pop-up by founders Kayla and Nahum is now a cozy spot serving organic, ceremonial-grade matcha imported from Kyoto. While you’re there don’t forget to try their house-made syrups with flavors like strawberry, coconut, vanilla, banana cinnamon, and more. It’s the perfect place to sip, recharge, and enjoy a feel-good boost before shopping on El Paseo!
Café La Jefa
Café La Jefa is a vibrant, Latina-owned coffee shop featuring a stylish patio, delicious brunch, and thoughtfully crafted drinks. Their matcha menu features Jade Leaf ceremonial-grade matcha in standout options like the Cardamom Cold Foam Matcha—made with cardamom syrup, milk, and cardamom-infused cold foam—and the Matcha Mint Lemonade, a refreshing blend of matcha, lemonade, and fresh mint. You’ll also find other creative options like Yuzu Matcha Tonic and Strawberry Matcha, perfect for switching up your usual drink.
Cafecito Calaveras
Cafecito Calaveras puts their own Latin spin on matcha, with creative riffs like a Horchata Matcha made with in-house horchata and their Matcha La Guera, a cookie butter espresso matcha unlike any other dirty matcha you've had! Whether you're a matcha purist or just matcha-curious, there's something here worth trying.
Cali Rosina Tea Shop
Cali Rosina Tea Shop in La Quinta keeps things fun and creative with an organic ceremonial grade matcha menu that goes way beyond the basics. From the tropical Matcha Colada with coconut milk and pineapple to the dreamy lavender oat milk Matcha Dream, there's a flavor combination for every mood. Craving something bright and citrusy? The Orange Matcha and Matcha Palmer are refreshing twists worth trying. With options to blend, customize, or keep it pure and simple, it's an easy spot to find your new favorite matcha order.
Cartel Roasting Co.
Located in the heart of Palm Springs, Cartel Roasting Co. is a go-to spot for more than just great coffee—their matcha is a must-try. Available in hot or iced, their matcha latte is made using Maya Tea Japanese matcha, your choice of milk and lightly sweetened with Holy Kakow’s organic vanilla syrup for a smooth, balanced sip. You can also customize it with agave, honey, lavender, or even enjoy it with lemonade for a refreshing twist.
Desert Kid Coffee
For matcha lovers, Desert Kid Coffee is a dream stop. Their ceremonial grade matcha — sourced from Nekohama — shows up in three distinct ways: a creamy Matcha Latte, a bright and zippy Matcha Lemonade, and the Matchacano, a stripped-back sip for purists who want that clean, grassy depth without the fuss. And if you're visiting during the right season, don't sleep on the Iced Sprummer Matcha. a refreshing twist on the classic with coconut lemongrass.
Ernest Coffee
Step into Ernest Coffee, an independent coffee shop with a welcoming vibe and quality drinks to fuel your adventures. In addition to great coffee, they also serve creamy and delicious matcha lattes made with Japanese ceremonial grade matcha powder. If you’re looking for something a bit sweeter, their matcha lattes can also serve as a base for all their flavored lattes—so you can enjoy favorites like the Pistachio Rose Latte with a vibrant, earthy twist.
Espresso Self
Espresso Self in Desert Hot Springs is a vibrant café known for its bright green exterior, colorful decor, and creative drink menu. It’s a great place to grab coffee, tea, matcha, and more. For those with a sweet tooth their Dubai Matcha is a must-try. Made with pistachio and hazelnut syrups, white mocha drizzle, and topped with chocolate cold foam this take on matcha makes for a truly decadent treat.
Everbloom Coffee
At Everbloom Coffee in Indio you’ll find expertly crafted drinks and bold flavors all in a bright and inviting setting. They’ve even shared their craft with a wider audience at their Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival pop-up, where they earned fans far beyond the local community. Alongside their coffee creations, they serve smooth, ceremonial-grade matcha that pairs perfectly with their house-made Madagascar vanilla or honey lavender syrups. It’s a flavorful, feel-good pick-me-up worth savoring any day of the week.
IW Coffee & Chai Bar
IW Coffee & Chai Bar is a local favorite for creative, flavor-packed drinks that go beyond your standard coffee order. Their ceremonial-grade matcha can be enjoyed hot or iced, and you can make it your own with flavors like vanilla, honey lavender, caramel, hazelnut and many more. Whether you need a morning boost, or are just looking to choose your own flavor adventure, IW Coffee’s matcha always hits the spot.
Mentosa Coffee
Mentosa Coffee's ceremonial-grade Nami matcha is the real deal — vibrant, smooth, and full of depth. Customize your cup with their delicious house-made syrups including Madagascar Vanilla, Toasted Coconut, Lychee Ginger and Butterfly Pea Flower Lavender. Mentosa is a must-try inside the Mojave Flea Trading Post, and one sip will tell you exactly why regulars keep coming back for more.
Rutina Coffee
Rutina Coffee takes matcha seriously, sourcing ceremonial grade leaves from Uni, Japan and building a menu that goes well beyond the basics. The Fresco — matcha, yuzu, and ginger beer — is a bright, effervescent standout, while the Cana Matcha with muscovado sugar adds a rich, unexpected twist. Simple, intentional, and delicious.
Saguaro Coffee
Saguaro Coffee finds creative ways to work matcha into their menu. A classic matcha latte is always on the menu, and the Banancha — ceremonial matcha with housemade brown sugar banana syrup, cinnamon, and a vanilla cream top — is a must try. Their signature Cafe De Olla and Las Palmas signatures can both be made with matcha instead of espresso, giving you plenty of ways to get your fix.
Varraco Coffee + Roasters
Varraco Coffee + Roasters serves up bold flavors and a taste of the Philippines with coffee that's roasted fresh and full of character. Their matcha lineup is just as exciting, featuring drinks like the Banana Q Matcha Latte made with ceremonial-grade matcha and real banana crème, inspired by the Filipino treat “banana que.” You’ll also find their Ube Matcha Latte, Brown Sugar Matcha Latte, and plenty of other creative matcha sips worth trying. For another sweet way to enjoy matcha flavors, try their Strawberry Matcha Donut, a soft, fluffy treat topped with a vibrant matcha glaze and sweet strawberry drizzle.
Vintage Coffee House
The Vintage Coffee House in Indio keeps their matcha fun and approachable, with creative twists on the classics. The Blue Matcha Magic — vibrant green matcha topped with a dreamy blue cold foam — is an eye-catching standout, and their strawberry matcha with a creamy pour is the kind of drink that's as pretty as it is delicious. A cozy, welcoming spot with matcha that's worth the stop.
Keep your foodie adventures going! Greater Palm Springs has no shortage of delicious dining options for every taste and craving. Eat your way through the destination with our 48-hour foodie itinerary!
