Matcha Haus Is Taking Over Toronto One Neighbourhood at a Time
When Angela Yan opened the first Matcha Haus on Bathurst Street in June 2025, she wasn't trying to copy the matcha cafes she'd visited in L.A. and New York. She wanted to build something different — something that felt like it belonged in Toronto.
Less than a year later, it's clear she was onto something. Matcha Haus has gone from a single storefront across from Alexandra Park to two locations and a third on the way, powered by a loyal customer base that keeps coming back and bringing friends.
The Concept
The menu is built entirely around matcha, sourced from a farm in Nagasaki, Japan. But this isn't the basic matcha latte you get at a chain. Yan develops all flavour syrups in-house using real ingredients — no extracts, no shortcuts. The lavender syrup is made from actual lavender pods. The pistachio is real pistachio.
The classics — matcha latte, cortado, matchacano — run $6 to $7. The specialty lattes are where things get interesting: black sesame, double pistachio, apple pie, Earl Grey lavender, strawberry yuzu, hazelnut crème brûlée. Most are in the $8.50 to $9.50 range.
There are also hojicha versions of everything for people who prefer a roasted, slightly caramelized flavour profile.
The Food
The pastry case is small but deliberate. Stuffed croissants filled with strawberry matcha or matcha cream go for $6.50, and the banana bread matcha cream cookie at $5 has developed its own following. It's not trying to be a full bakery — it's a matcha bar that happens to have snacks worth ordering.
Leslieville and the Speakeasy
The second location at 890 Queen Street East in Leslieville opened in November 2025 with a twist: Matcha Haus occupies the front of the space during the day, while Bar Bokeh — a modern, Asian-inspired cocktail lounge — takes over the back at night. Same address, two completely different vibes.
It's a clever use of space in a neighbourhood where commercial rents aren't getting any cheaper, and it gives Leslieville both a daytime destination and a nightlife spot in one.
What's Next
A third Toronto location is in the works, with more expansion planned beyond that. Yan hasn't announced the neighbourhood yet, but given the pace of growth, it's likely we'll hear something soon.
What's driving the expansion is simple: the product is good and the experience is consistent. Customization is a big part of it — Matcha Haus will adjust milk, sweetness, and matcha intensity to your preference, and they offer vegan cold foam for anyone avoiding dairy.
In a city that has no shortage of coffee shops, Matcha Haus has carved out a niche by refusing to be one. And Toronto is clearly here for it.
