Matcha Zanmai Located on Mackay Street in downtown Montreal, Matcha Zanmai offers a unique café and dessert experience centered on the rich flavors of premium Japanese matcha. The menu celebrates matcha in many forms, featuring specialty drinks, delicate desserts, light café meals, and Japanese-inspired sweets. Guests can enjoy matcha lattes, soft serve, parfaits, cakes, and traditional beverages alongside savory options such as rice bowls, sandwiches, and light snacks.
Signature items highlight the café’s dedication to high-quality matcha sourced for its vibrant color and balanced flavor. Bestsellers often include creamy matcha soft serve, layered matcha parfaits, and smooth matcha lattes prepared with precision. Chef’s suggestions frequently feature seasonal desserts and beautifully presented pastries that blend traditional Japanese ingredients with modern café creativity.
Prices fall within a moderate café range, offering strong value through premium ingredients and carefully crafted presentation. Fresh dairy, delicate sponge cakes, quality matcha powder, and subtle sweetness ensure desserts that feel both indulgent and balanced.
Vegetarian-friendly dishes and lighter dessert options provide flexibility for a variety of dietary preferences, while some gluten-conscious treats are also available. Kid-friendly sweets and refreshing drinks make the café welcoming for all ages. Ideal for afternoon tea, dessert outings, casual meetups, or a relaxing break in the city, Matcha Zanmai offers a refined and memorable menu.
Menu Highlights
Matcha Soft Serve
Silky soft serve ice cream infused with rich Japanese matcha. Loved for its creamy texture and balanced bittersweet flavor.
Matcha Latte
Premium matcha whisked with steamed milk for a smooth, earthy drink. A café signature known for its vibrant color and comforting warmth.
Matcha Parfait
Layers of matcha ice cream, sponge cake, cream, and sweet toppings in a tall glass. Popular for its beautiful presentation and variety of textures.
Matcha Cheesecake
A creamy cheesecake blended with aromatic matcha. Appreciated for its rich texture and delicate green tea flavor.
Matcha Roll Cake
Light sponge cake rolled with smooth cream and matcha filling. Known for its soft texture and elegant sweetness.
Matcha Red Bean Dessert
Matcha paired with sweet red bean paste and soft mochi. A classic Japanese combination loved for its balanced sweetness and chewy texture.