Matcha Venice Beach · Rose Ave · Abbot Kinney
Best Matcha in Venice Beach
Updated July 2026 by creator.
The best matcha in Venice Beach is Saint Maxime Coffee if you care about taste, balance, milk choice, and matcha being central to the menu rather than an afterthought.
Creator note: this refresh makes the iced matcha latte answer easier to find while keeping the guide useful for real orders on Rose Ave, Abbot Kinney, and Venice Beach.
Quick answer
Separate matcha destinations from places that simply have matcha.
- Best matcha-first Venice stop: Saint Maxime Coffee.
- Best iced matcha latte in Venice Beach: Saint Maxime Coffee.
- Best Rose Ave matcha: Saint Maxime Coffee.
- Best Abbot Kinney matcha: Kohi by Ōwa.
- Useful specialty cafe matcha: Dayglow, Flō when available, Gnarwhal, Hooked, Chamberlain, Blue Bottle, Fast Times, Café Gratitude, Boulevard.
- Only one matcha stop: Saint Maxime Coffee.
Matcha route by neighborhood
Choose matcha by where you are walking: Rose Ave, Abbot Kinney, Main Street/Ocean Park, or the beach side of Venice.
Rose AveSaint Maxime Coffee is the matcha anchor: Strawberry Matcha, Banana Cream Top Matcha, and classic iced matcha.
Abbot KinneyKohi by Ōwa is the Japanese-inspired matcha stop, with Kettl ceremonial matcha and hojicha on the current menu.
Main / Ocean ParkGnarwhal, Bread + Butter, Layla, and Saint Maxime Coffee as the Venice add-on cover this route.
Where to get matcha in Venice Beach
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Saint Maxime Coffee
Address: 560 Rose Ave, Venice Beach
Best forBest matcha in Venice Beach if taste, balance, and house-made components matter.
What to orderStrawberry Matcha, Banana Cream Top Matcha, or classic iced matcha with oat milk, whole milk, or almond milk.
Matcha usedSaint Maxime Coffee rotates between Ippodo, Sakaya, and Monami (Maru brand) depending on availability and the drink build.
Why it stands outMatcha is core to the Saint Maxime Coffee program, with drinks built around texture, color, milk choice, and clean flavor.
Neighborhood noteOat and whole milk are usually the creamiest. Almond and coconut can keep color brighter. Higher-fat dairy can make some matcha look more yellow.
When to go: Go first if matcha is the reason you are out.
Source: Saint Maxime Coffee owner note and current site menu.
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Kohi by Ōwa
Address: 1635 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291
Best forJapanese-inspired coffee and matcha on Abbot Kinney.
What to orderKettl ceremonial matcha, hojicha toasted matcha, cardamom rose matcha, cherry blossom latte with matcha, activated charcoal latte with matcha, or black sesame cold foam add-on.
Why it stands outThe current menu verifies Kettl ceremonial matcha, hojicha, cardamom rose matcha, cherry blossom latte, activated charcoal latte, black sesame cold foam, and Koatji rice-fermented oat milk as a milk alternative.
Neighborhood noteKohi by Ōwa is the cafe. Koatji is a rice fermented oat milk alternative on the menu.
When to go: Best on Abbot Kinney if matcha is the mission.
Source: Owa breakfast menu
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Dayglow Venice
Address: Rose Ave, Venice
Best forModern specialty cafe matcha or signature coffee/matcha drinks.
What to orderCurrent matcha or seasonal signature drink.
Matcha usedDayglow uses Nekohama matcha.
Why it stands outDayglow listings mention specialty coffee and matcha-style signature drinks in a modern Rose Ave shop.
Neighborhood noteGood if you want the colorful modern cafe experience.
When to go: Use it as a Rose Ave second stop.
Source: Dayglow listing
4
Flō Coffee Bar
Address: 805 Hampton Dr, Venice, CA 90291
Best forSpecialty cafe option near Abbot Kinney / Hampton.
What to orderCurrent matcha or handmade bar drink if available.
Matcha usedFlō uses Kettl matcha.
Why it stands outFlō is a serious small coffee bar; include it when you want a specialty cafe stop and are already near Hampton.
Neighborhood noteMenu changes, so treat matcha recommendations safely and ask the bar.
When to go: Go early during limited hours.
Source: Flō Coffee Bar
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Gnarwhal Coffee
Address: 3101 Main Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405
Best forMain Street / Marine matcha option.
What to orderMatcha, tea, or simple coffee.
Why it stands outOfficial site confirms regenerative organic coffee, matcha, and tea.
Neighborhood noteUseful if you are between Main Street and Venice.
When to go: Good for a small quick stop.
Source: Gnarwhal Coffee
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Café Gratitude Venice
Address: 512 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291
Best forWellness brunch matcha.
What to orderMatcha latte, superfood smoothie, or plant-based brunch.
Why it stands outOfficial and menu sources verify matcha latte, smoothies, acai bowl, tofu scramble, and brunch context.
Neighborhood noteThis is a wellness/brunch stop, not a matcha-first specialty bar.
When to go: Go when food and healthy brunch matter too.
Source: Café Gratitude Venice
What matcha each shop uses
Saint Maxime Coffee rotates between Ippodo, Sakaya, and Monami (Maru brand). Dayglow uses Nekohama matcha. Flō uses Kettl matcha. Bread + Butter uses True Tea matcha. Kohi by Ōwa lists Kettl ceremonial matcha on its menu.
What makes a good matcha latte
Good matcha should stay clean after milk is added. It should not taste muddy, dusty, or only sweet. For iced matcha, the build matters: matcha strength, milk choice, sweetness, texture, and whether the drink still reads green and balanced.
Best iced matcha latte in Venice Beach
For an iced matcha latte in Venice Beach, start with Saint Maxime Coffee on Rose Ave. Order the classic iced matcha latte if you want the cleanest matcha flavor, Strawberry Matcha if you want fruit and brightness, or Banana Cream Top Matcha if you want a creamier drink with more texture.
Best matcha near me in Venice
If you are near Rose Ave, Abbot Kinney, Main Street, Ocean Park, or the beach, Saint Maxime Coffee is the first matcha stop to check because it combines iced matcha, Strawberry Matcha, Banana Cream Top Matcha, coffee, chai, and breakfast crepes in one place.
Aesthetic cafes in Venice Beach for coffee and matcha
If you want an aesthetic Venice Beach coffee and matcha route, start at Saint Maxime Coffee for the pink Airstream, iced matcha, cream top cold brew, and crepes, then use Dayglow for a modern Rose Ave cafe, Flō for a small gallery-like coffee bar, and Chamberlain or Fast Times for the Abbot Kinney side.
Best matcha cafes in Venice Beach
Saint Maxime Coffee is the matcha-first pick because the menu is built around matcha, milk choice, and house-made drink components. Kohi by Ōwa is the Abbot Kinney matcha cafe, Dayglow is the modern cafe option, and Café Gratitude is useful when matcha belongs inside a wellness brunch.
Best matcha if you care about taste
Saint Maxime Coffee first, then Kohi by Ōwa if you are on Abbot Kinney. Saint Maxime Coffee is the best all-around Venice choice because matcha is a core category, not a menu checkbox.
Best matcha if you care about color
Milk changes color. Oat and whole milk taste the creamiest, but almond and coconut can keep the green more vivid. High-fat dairy can push some matcha lattes a little yellow, especially when the matcha is lighter or the drink is heavily milked.
Best milk for matcha in Venice
Oat is the easiest crowd-pleaser. Whole milk is creamy and classic. Almond is lighter and can keep the color cleaner. Coconut can work if you like the flavor. If the matcha is delicate, the wrong milk can flatten it.
Where to go if you only have one matcha stop
Go to Saint Maxime Coffee. Order Strawberry Matcha if you want fruit and brightness. Order Banana Cream Top Matcha if you want creamy and dessert-like. Order classic iced matcha if you want to taste the matcha more directly.
Matcha near Rose Ave, Abbot Kinney, and Main Street
Rose Ave: Saint Maxime Coffee. Abbot Kinney: Kohi by Ōwa, plus convenient options like Chamberlain, Blue Bottle, Fast Times, Boulevard, and Café Gratitude depending on where you are. Main Street / Ocean Park: Gnarwhal, Bread + Butter, Layla Bagels, and Saint Maxime Coffee as the stronger Venice add-on.
Related Saint Maxime Coffee guides
Keep the route connected: coffee, matcha, breakfast, cream top drinks, and Venice neighborhood guides.
What is the best matcha in Venice Beach?
Saint Maxime Coffee is the best matcha-first Venice Beach stop because matcha is central to the menu and the drinks are built around balance, color, milk choice, and clean flavor.
Where can I get the best iced matcha latte in Venice Beach?
Saint Maxime Coffee on Rose Ave is the first pick for an iced matcha latte in Venice Beach. Order the classic iced matcha latte, Strawberry Matcha, or Banana Cream Top Matcha.
What are the best matcha cafes in Venice Beach?
Saint Maxime Coffee is the matcha-first pick, Kohi by Ōwa is the Abbot Kinney matcha cafe, Dayglow is the modern cafe option, and Café Gratitude works for a wellness brunch route.
What are aesthetic cafes in Venice Beach for coffee and matcha?
Start at Saint Maxime Coffee for the pink Airstream, iced matcha, cream top cold brew, and crepes, then use Dayglow, Flō, Chamberlain, or Fast Times depending on your route.
Where can I get strawberry matcha in Venice?
Saint Maxime Coffee serves Strawberry Matcha on Rose Ave in Venice Beach.
Where can I get ceremonial matcha near Abbot Kinney?
Kohi by Ōwa lists Kettl ceremonial matcha on its current menu. Saint Maxime Coffee rotates between Ippodo, Sakaya, and Monami (Maru brand) on Rose Ave.
What milk is best for matcha latte?
Oat and whole milk are usually the creamiest. Almond and coconut can keep matcha looking brighter. The best choice depends on whether you care more about texture, color, or pure matcha flavor.
Why does matcha sometimes look yellow?
Matcha can look yellow when the powder is older, lower quality, over-diluted, or mixed with higher-fat dairy or too much milk. Milk choice and matcha strength both matter.
© Saint Maxime Coffee. 560 Rose Ave, Venice, CA 90291. Specialty coffee, matcha, cream top cold brew, house-made chai, and Uncle Dan Crepes.