Matsu Matcha — Restaurant in Santa Clara

Finally decided to try this place, even though the ratings were iffy. Glad we tried. Had my usual jasmine boba milk tea 30% sugar, 80% ice. The tea and aroma were great. Did not smell or taste like cheap tea. Nice feature was ability to include note, which I requested to be "tea heavy" and "less milk." Wish this was made as a permanent option similar to SoCal. Boba was just right, soft, not under cooked, not chewy, and did not get hard after 15mins. Overall 5* for this drink. The strawberry green tea was also great. I had 2nd guessed fruits were frozen but it wasn't. Strawberries were actually fresh, 5*. The thai tea was not up to par with the best ones I've had, 3.5*. (Had heard that this location could take long with drinks cuz short staffing or new workers but we got lucky both times, only waited 10mins. The jasmine tea got the International Taste Institute or 2...which people say it's equivalent to Michelin 2...not the same comparison but it's good.) I would return but hope won't encounter...

Hands down, my top boba spot in Santa Clara!

I was ecstatic to discover that T% had opened its doors in Stockton! Despite the abundance of boba shops in the area, T% stands out as the ultimate favorite.

The interior boasts a trendy industrial vibe, with various seating arrangements catering to groups of all sizes.

My personal favorite is the Matchacha, customized to 50-80% sweetness with reduced ice and topped with mochi. While it already comes with a sweet cream, adding mochi takes it to the next level. The mochi is incredibly soft and chewy, never lacking in flavor or freshness. Given the sweetness of their matcha drinks, I prefer to dial down the sweetness level. The availability of milk alternatives is also a huge plus!

During peak hours, there may be a slightly longer wait time, but the staff always strives to expedite orders promptly. They are also attentive to any concerns you may have regarding your drinks.

If you find yourself in the area, I highly recommend...

Great hours: open 10.5 to 11.5 hours a day The menu is diverse and well-organized into categories, selling everything that you may want and nothing you don't!

Some Standout Sections: Ceremonial Matcha series, emphasis on the "ceremonial" powder

yogurt series: perfect for all my non-caffeinated friends who don't like smoothies

Fruit tea series: can't go wrong here! But the rightest choice is the Melon Melon, a lychee four season tea with watermelon juice on top. The Kyoho grape with tea jelly is alright too.

A new drink series apparently with emphasis on Oriental teas that comes with a cherry blossom & bird 🐦 design in a paper cup. These all come with some sort of milk foam or whipped cream on top. I liked it!

The unfortunate part about this place is that the toppings are just ordinary. I would advise against getting the cheese cream as an extra. Also, the drinkable mochi is downright undrinkable.

There are two self-order kiosks and the workers are friendly,...