TAIYO MATCHA

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Maria Wilsonvia Google

5 days ago

First time at Taiyo and the matcha did not disappoint. I had the blueberry matcha, my husband got the strawberry. Both were smooth, vibrant and perfectly balanced. Quality matcha for sure. Already planning our return! 💚

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Helen Dunnvia Google

30 days ago

Such a cute vibe!!!! Delicious matcha and I they have a good variety of matcha drinks. I love strawberry matcha but will definitely have to try the others! The staff were friendly and helpful, the drinks came out really fast. Loved the music they played and the overall ambiance!

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Toneen Brownvia Google

4 months ago

I’m such a matcha girlie, so finding Taiyo Matcha in Jacksonville was a dream come true! 🌿 They sell nothing but matcha, and every sip is straight-up green gold. I put my friends on, and now they’re obsessed too. From lattes to soft serve, it’s a whole matcha vibe. Matcha fanatics—y’all need to pull up ASAP! 💚

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Hey9oh4via Google

5 months ago

I recently tried this spot right before the long weekend. Switching up the way I usually leave reviews. I’ll do a run down of the positives and negatives. Positives: - open design tea shop, spacious, lots of natural light - clean - simple design, not cluttered - my tea was made with light ice without me having to ask for light ice - huge plus - thank you. Who likes watered down matcha? (No one) - there was no upcharge to switch to oat or almond milk - also huge perk since I cannot stomach regularly milk anymore - primo matcha, the quality is there - lots of staff on duty - not short handed - wintermelon flavor was very good, was wishing my drink had a tad more of that flavor in it. Negatives: - another small business off beach blvd where it’s a nightmare to turn in and out of (traffic at all times of day, no traffic light) - most all drinks need to be shaken or stirred (staff will tell you this as they hand it to you) But the drink comes in a normal to go drink cup with a hole in the lid aka, how do we shake or stir this properly without getting thick green matcha everywhere ? Better design of cup is needed; maybe boba tea style with a sealed lid for proper mixing - drinks are priced higher than Starbucks My wintermelon matcha was $9/$10 which included $1 tip (I know good matcha is pricey, but if I’m paying for good matcha, at least give me a decent cup to enjoy it out of) all the flavor sinks to the bottom and needs to be constantly stirred while drinking. - zero napkins placed on the tables or bar by the front door. I spilled my matcha while attempting to stir with my straw - wanted to clean it up, no napkins in sight. Asked the attendant at the front who had maybe 5-10 beverage napkins loose by the register, cleaned my small mess up with those. Napkins on the tables would be helpful. - Taiyo was out of the first 3 drinks I was trying to order. I did not go on a busy weekend day, and went after their soft open when they were officially open. I would give this place another try down the road If in the area and it’s easy to get in and out of the shopping center it’s located in. I know they are new so I’m sure they are still figuring things out and working out the kinks. Staff was good about lightly explaining the drinks when you ask about them.

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Aki A Tranvia Google

5 months ago

I got my matcha with strawberry and less sugar, which was perfect—I wanted to taste the bitterness of the matcha, and it came through nicely. I also appreciate that they prepare the matcha the proper way, unlike many typical American shops. Of course, it's not quite like what you'd get in Japan, but by Jacksonville standards, it's definitely decent quality.