Recently, strawberry matcha has taken Australia by storm. If you don’t know what we’re talking about (perhaps you’ve been living under a rock?), these are the green and pink drinks trending on Tik Tok that blend the sweet taste of strawberry with the earthy flavour of green matcha. It’s a “matcha” made in heaven.
Strawberry matcha lattes have become incredibly popular interstate in cities like Melbourne, and now everyone is on the hunt for the best one in Adelaide. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a really thorough guide that listed some of the best spots around town to get one? Well, we have searched high and low to find 15 places in Adelaide where you can get a banging strawberry matcha. Check them out below!
34 WYATT STREET | CBD
34 Wyatt Street (location is true to its name) is a Filipino-inspired eatery right in the heart of the CBD. Not only do they serve up super unique brekky and lunch dishes, but they also have some really cool drinks. Think Ube lattes and of course, a strawberry matcha that’s made with fresh strawberry puree, quality matcha and a sprinkle of love.
Instagram: @34wyattstreet.adl
34 Wyatt St, Adelaide
BEACHSIDE BAGELS | HENLEY BEACH
Beachside Bagels at Henley Square dishes out the most mouthwatering bagels, and also coffee and sandos, from the window of Mia Margarita. They’re particularly big fans of matcha, and you can opt for a classic or with a splash of strawberry. For the purpose of this guide, go all in and try one with strawberry.
Instagram: @beachsidebagels.adl
2/330 Seaview Road, Henley Beach
BUTTER AND TOAST | NORTH ADELAIDE
Butter and Toast on Melbourne Street is known for its ridiculously fluffy sourdough donuts that come in wicked flavours like an Ube Flan Cream Bun. But that’s not all – they also whip up an epic iced strawberry matcha latte, crafted with their own house-made strawberry syrup.
Instagram: @butterandtoastadl
100 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide
CIELO | CBD
Few things are as heavenly as a 10/10 strawberry matcha paired with a sweet, flaky pastry. At Cielo tearoom and patisserie in the Adelaide Arcade, you’ll find some of the best homemade organic pastries around. Their strawberry matcha has become super popular with customers, and for good reason.
Instagram: @cielo.adl
Adelaide Arcade, Shop 31, 112/118 Grenfell Street
Faar Farr Away Cafe & Dessert Bar | Walkerville
Faar Farr Away Cafe and Dessert Bar in Walkerville serves up Asian fusion brunch and the cutest desserts, like Totoro and Pokémon-themed treats. You can try your luck with their plushie claw machine while sipping on their strawberry matcha (they have a mango matcha too) which has been fine-tuned to perfection thanks to positive feedback from customers.
Instagram: @faarfarraway_
33 Warwick Street, Walkerville
HEAT CAFE | NORTH ADELAIDE
Heat Cafe on Melbourne Street in North Adelaide seriously love their matcha. Just check out their Instagram feed; there is a green (brat) theme going on. They have your classic matchas, and then a stunning looking strawberry matcha which they say is a “matcha made in heaven”.
Instagram: @heatcafe
101-103 Melbourne Street, North Adelaide
HELLO STRANGER | CBD
Hello Stranger has become a hit with locals and busy professionals in the CBD, thanks to their fantastic breakfast and lunch options. But let’s talk about their iced strawberry matcha – it’s just that little bit sweeter because it’s topped with a generous dollop of whipped cream that makes it feel like a dessert in a cup.
Instagram: @hellostranger_adl
31 Gilbert Street, Adelaide
HUSIK DESSERT HOUSE | CBD
The same trio behind Hello Stranger (above) has brought a whole new level of sweetness to Adelaide’s Chinatown with Husik Dessert House, now settled in on Grote Street. They’re already famous for their delicious Asian-inspired desserts, and their new drink menu features the “Like You Berry Matcha.” It’s a dreamy blend of homemade strawberry and raspberry puree mixed with matcha.
Instagram: @husik_dessert
Shop 3/80 Grote Street, Adelaide
LUMA COFFEE CLUB | HENLEY BEACH
Luma Coffee Club is the latest Insta-worthy go-to spot to pop up at Henley Beach, and it’s pure aesthetic bliss with its green-and-white vibe. They’re serving up sandos, smoothies, acai bowls, and fresh juices. But the real star? Their strawberry matcha. It’s made with quality ceremonial grade organic Japanese matcha, layered with a real strawberry base, and your choice of milk.
Instagram: @lumacoffeeclub
60-62 Mitton Ave, Henley Beach
MASCAVADO | CBD + NORWOOD
With its delectable pastries (like a white chocolate matcha crookie croissant) and exquisite coffee menu, Mascavado has become a hotspot in Hutt Street and now has a location in Norwood too. They do a beautiful iced strawberry matcha drink, so maybe there will be strawberry matcha croissant on the way?
Instagram: @mascavado.adl
CBD: 175 Hutt Street, Adelaide
SUBURBS: Mall Shopping Centre, 166 The Parade, Norwood
OVO GELATO | CBD + NEWTON
As the Gelateria OVO is, not only do they have a beautiful iced strawberry matcha, but they also do strawberry matcha gelato which is naturally gluten free and vegan friendly. Whether you’re in the city or in Adelaide’s east, you can hit up one of their two gorgeous locations for a sweet treat that’s as delightful as it is delicious.
Instagram: @ovo.adl
CBD: 24 Ebenezer place, Adelaide
SUBURBS: 10/3 Jan Street, Newton
SEVEN GROUNDS | BROMPTON
Seven Grounds is Brompton’s go-to coffee destination that serve up simply good dishes with an Asian-inspired flair. They say that their strawberry matcha “is the moment” and she certainly looks like she is. Made with premium matcha powder with their house-made strawberry puree topped with oat milk, it tastes pretty epic.
Instagram: @sevengrounds
Unit 1 28A Hawker street, Brompton
SATHU | NORTH ADELAIDE
SATHU is a new delicious sandwich and pastry coffee spot in North Adelaide, and stands out as a Thai-inspired delicatessen. Plus, they serve up the sweetest little iced strawberry matcha. These guys are new to Adelaide’s food scene so throw some support behind them!
Instagram: @sathu_adl
55 King William Road, North Adelaide
SHIBUI DESSERT BAR | CBD
Shibui Dessert Bar, known for its vibrant bubble gum pink shipping container and iconic mochi donuts, have a strawberry matcha that stands out from the crowd. This one is a little bit different because its strawberry milk with matcha cream foam… wow!
Instagram: @shibui.dessertbar
Shop 2/ 160 Grote Street, Adelaide
YOLK | WALKERVILLE
Everyone’s favourite cafe for brunch, brews and booze, Yolk has become a super popular spot for a top-tier all-day dining experience. Their strawberry matcha is super cute because its made with fresh matcha over ice and milk, topped with house-made strawberry cold foam that gives it a super pretty pink colour.
Instagram: @yolk.cafe
42 North East Road, Walkerville
Know of any spots we might have missed? Let us know by emailing [email protected].