Gozen Kamicha 御前上茶

We stopped by Gozen Kamicha after dinner because I'd been wanting to try their matcha desserts for a while. But honestly, it was kind of hard to find. It's located in an empty strip mall, and when we got there around 7 pm, the whole area was quiet and dark. When we walked in, we realized we were actually the only customers there! It felt a little awkward at first because it was so quiet, but the place itself was clean and cozy. I ordered the regular matcha ice cream, and my husband went with the sugar-free matcha latte. The ice cream had a nice matcha flavor, but it wasn't as creamy as I was hoping for, it felt more icy than smooth. The latte was okay, not sweet, but nothing that really stood out either. They do have a few other dessert items on the menu that looked interesting, so mayb

We stopped by expecting to just buy some tea and were pleasantly surprised! The atmosphere is beautiful, it’s extremely clean and cozy. The staff were lovely and made the experience wonderful. I’ve never been a fan of matcha until I found this place!! The ice cream and tea was SO delicious. Finding out this was the only location in the U.S. was such a shock, especially for how great their pricing is! Such an amazing place to stop by for a treat, well worth the visit. EDIT to say their tapioca (boba) was cooked perfectly! That is VERY difficult to achieve and notable enough that I had to add to this review. I've frequently visited Gozen since I found it, and the matcha is somehow better each time I go. I started buying the premium matcha latte to have a stronger tea flavor, so if you're a

Even putting the name in Japanese (Gozen KAMICHA - high-quality, 'royal' grade of tea) doesn't make this an authentic Kyoto Uji Matcha spot. For a 'matcha specialty' cafe, there’s nothing special about the flavor—honestly, Starbucks might even be a better bet for your money. The location is pretty sketchy, as it’s attached to a building under construction. The interior and seating aren't comfortable enough to stay long.

Loved the matcha latte I got! This matcha was excellent and I'd definitely come back to try more things. They have quite the menu of different matcha items. It's a cute spot inside but you wouldn't know by the looks of the outside. They're unfortunately in a location that seems rundown but looks like part of the plaza is going to get redone. Either way don't let the outside fool you, this place is legit!

Gozen Kamicha is a must-visit for matcha lovers! I tried several items and was genuinely impressed by the quality and presentation.🍵🍃 The Shizuoka Hojicha Roll Cake was soft with a deep roasted flavor, and the Uji Matcha Roll Cake had a rich, intense matcha taste — you can really tell they use high-quality ingredients. The Tofu Pudding Matcha Latte was smooth and not too sweet — the tofu pudding added a nice texture. I also loved the Taiwan Green Tea, super refreshing with a clean, delicate finish. I highly recommend the Gozen Classic Sundae — it’s the best ice cream I’ve ever had! The flavors are rich, the textures are layered and satisfying, and the sweetness is perfectly balanced — not too heavy at all. Absolutely worth a try! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for high-q