Antwerp has a vibrant and well-curated matcha scene — anchored by KŪKAI. Matcha Studio, a zen-inspired ceremonial matcha bar that sources directly from Japanese producers. Three of the five cafés on this list carry a 4.9 rating, making Antwerp one of the highest-concentration quality matcha cities in Belgium. All are within the central 2000 postal district and verified open as of April 2026.
Named after the 9th-century Japanese Buddhist monk Kūkai — who introduced esoteric Buddhism to Japan and is one of the most revered figures in Japanese spiritual history — this zen-inspired matcha studio in the Eilandje district sources its tea directly from Japanese producers. The ceremonial preparation and calm atmosphere set it apart from every other café on this list. Located near the MAS museum on Falconplein, a converted warehouse square in Antwerp's historic north port. Open Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm.
On historic Hoogstraat — one of Antwerp's oldest streets running from the cathedral to the Scheldt — The G.O.A.T. holds a 4.9 rating from 312 reviews, making it the highest-rated café on this list. Open on weekdays from 10am and on weekends from 9am (until 8pm Saturday and Sunday), it has strong early-morning and late-weekend coverage that many of Antwerp's specialty cafés lack. The name stands on its own as a quality claim that the reviews consistently support.
A Vietnamese coffee and tea café on Vlasmarkt — Antwerp's quiet linen market square in the old city — with a 4.9 rating from 264 reviews. Phiin Cà Phê brings Southeast Asian café culture and precision to its matcha and tea programme, and has become one of the most talked-about addresses in Antwerp's specialty scene. Note the Tuesday hours: 12pm to 5pm only. Full service Wednesday through Sunday from 10am.
A health-forward specialty café on Emiel Banningstraat with a 4.9 rating from 203 reviews. Daily Dose Antwerp has built a strong following for its clean, thoughtful menu and consistent preparation quality. Open Monday through Friday from 9:30am and Sundays from 9:30am — but note it is closed on Saturdays. The weekday schedule from early morning makes it a good choice for pre-noon visits when several of the other cafés on this list are still closed.
On Nationalestraat — Antwerp's famous fashion high street, home to Dries Van Noten, Ann Demeulemeester, and the original Antwerp Six boutiques — Little Havana Cafe combines a Cuban-inspired aesthetic with strong specialty coffee and matcha. A 4.7 rating from 259 reviews and extended Saturday hours to 7pm make it a natural stop for anyone doing the fashion district. The longest operating schedule on this list across the week, with seven-day opening.
Tips for drinking matcha in Antwerp
- KŪKAI is the destination pick — ceremonial preparation, direct Japanese sourcing, and a unique zen atmosphere. Worth the short walk to Eilandje from the centre. Closed Mondays.
- For the highest ratings, The G.O.A.T., Phiin Cà Phê, and Daily Dose Antwerp all hold 4.9 — any of the three is an excellent choice for everyday matcha drinks in the city centre.
- Note Daily Dose's Saturday closure — if you're visiting on a Saturday, The G.O.A.T. (until 8pm) and Little Havana Cafe (until 7pm) are the better options.
- Little Havana on Nationalestraat is the best pick for combining a matcha stop with Antwerp's fashion district — it's the only café on this list open on all seven days.
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