Matcha in Astana is no longer just a trend — it has become its own culture, with its own addresses, grades, and approaches. Some places work with ceremonial uji from Japan, while others bet on colourful lattes and unusual flavours. We have gathered 11 establishments for every request: for those who want to understand the difference between grades, and for those who simply want something tasty.
Jasyl Coffee, @jasylcoffee
One of the first coffee shops in Astana to start working with Japanese matcha seriously — they bring the raw material directly from Japan. They serve ceremonial matcha in its pure form: rich, with a characteristic bitterness and no unnecessary additions. A good choice for those who are just getting to know the drink and want to experience its true flavour. An unusual item on the menu is their signature cinnamon bun with caramel matcha.
Ujimatcha.kz, @ujimatcha.kz
A specialised spot — matcha from Uji, one of the most famous Japanese tea regions. This is where you can try the ceremonial grade: dense, rich, with a bold aftertaste. A good benchmark if you want to understand the difference between Instagram matcha and the real thing. You can also buy a package to take home and prepare it yourself. For those who like to experiment — matcha with peach, blueberry, chocolate and mango.
Coffee Hub, @coffee.hub.kz
A coffee shop with attention to detail — including when it comes to matcha. An unusual item on the menu is bumble matcha: a layered drink where matcha is combined with honey and lemon. Not often found in Astana. People choose this place both for the aesthetics of the presentation and for the consistent quality of the drinks.
Chekhov, @chekhov.ast
For those who love their matcha bright and colourful. The menu offers pink, blue and green matcha with banana, coconut, and almond flavours. The drinks are eyecatching, photogenic, and suited more to a certain mood than to studying the tea grade. It is convenient to come here for breakfast — the kitchen is open from the morning, and you can order some food to go with your matcha.
Big Apple Coffee Kazakhstan
Matcha in an everyday format: straightforward, familiar, with flexible options. Cheese foam, cream, syrup — the choice is up to the guest. The establishment follows trends and adapts its menu to demand. A good option if you want something familiar without unnecessary complexity.
Drinkit, @drinkitcoffee.kz
A lowcontact format: order via a tablet, pick it up, and go. A large selection of drinks — matcha is just one item on an extensive menu. Consistent quality, fast, convenient. A good choice for those who take their drink to go and do not want to waste time in a queue.
Delish, @delish.astana
Here, matcha is closer to a dessert than to a tea ceremony. Strawberry matcha looks bright and goes down easily — no bitterness, but with a rich sweet flavour. You can pair the drink with desserts — the establishment specialises in them. A place for those who want something tasty and beautiful rather than authentic.
Luna Coffee Astana, @luna_coffee_astana
A small, cosy coffee shop with a creative approach to naming: "Pink Dream", "Sweet Embrace", "Spring Wind" — all different matchabased drinks. The menu includes classic green matcha, as well as pink and blue versions. An atmospheric place, unhurried, inviting you to stay awhile.
Coffee Boom, @coffeeboom2010
One of the most widespread formats in Astana. Here, matcha is about accessibility and a familiar taste. The establishment is well known to city residents — consistent, predictable, with a convenient takeaway format. A good option if you want a familiar drink near home or work.
Global Coffee KZ, @global_coffee_kz
A wide menu with unusual flavour combinations — here they like to try new things. Matcha is served in several variations, some of which are hard to find at other establishments in the city. A place for those who want something out of the ordinary and are ready to experiment.
Peak Buro, @peak_buro
A contemporary space where matcha is part of an overall concept: stylish, neat, with attention to detail. The menu offers classic matcha without flavour experiments. People come here not only for the drink but also for the atmosphere — the place is well designed as a space for work or a meeting.
