Smokey Joe's Cafe - North York

This matcha parfait did surprise me with its strong matcha flavour. I expected it to be sweet, creamy but didn't know it could taste so much like the ones I had in Japan! Of course the matcha flavour wasn't as delicate as in Japan, but there was indeed some aftertaste for the matcha. Combining with red bean and 白玉 this is the perfect matcha parfait to end a day.

The portion size is smaller than their Scarborough storeA very special place for anything Matcha. Excellent location at Downtown North York. Courteous staff and very communicative and accommodating. It is a very special place representing authentic Japanese desserts. A gem.

Very stiff customer service. We asked for Organic Houjicha float smoothie. The smoothi part was ice with almost no flavor. When we asked why is that. They just looked like are you dumb? This is how it tastes. I would never come back here. Bad quality, no good customer service and they feel entitled because of being Japanese green tea shop?!

Just located at the corner of Yonge St and Spring Gardner Ave, it's almost perfect for couples, students, and small families to visit! I loved the matcha ice cream here, and my partner loved the matcha with espresso shot here. Their matcha is very unique and higher quality compared to other places that serve matcha desserts. That's because it's organic premium matcha that's imported directly from Japan! There's a variety of matcha drinks and desserts to choose from, plus more locations will be opening soon in Toronto. We visited on a weekday evening, so it wasn't too busy, and the lineup was small.In conclusion, food is great, the place is great, and watching the staff hard at work making the drinks and desserts, is great! If you're a matcha fanatic, then Diagyo cafe is the place for you.Wheelchair accessibility: Located on first floor.

Side note: When I asked about the return of the matcha ice cream, the staff member was unsure. Just a heads up if you are planning on visiting for that specific flavor!