Arizona
Matcha Grove
Location: Gilbert, Arizona
“This is Gilbert’s first dedicated gluten-free bakery and matcha cafe. Everything is 100% gluten, dairy, and refined sugar-free! I have fallen in love with everything I’ve tried so far (cinnamon roll, blueberry buckle cake, vegan cookies, and my FAV, the avocado toast).”
@glutenfreeaz, who manages celiac and a wheat allergy
California
The Courtyard Kitchen
Location: Santa Monica, California
“Courtyard Kitchen is a cute restaurant in Santa Monica with a statement on the menu to inform of allergies. Over phone call and in person, they told me that they do not use any peanuts. For anyone allergic to tree nuts, there are tree nuts in some dishes, and pine nuts in the pesto. I got the huevos rancheros and a matcha latte with oat milk, and it was very good.”
@aliyav8, who manages a peanut allergy
Coupa Cafe – GSB
Location: Stanford, California
“They were really great here! My mom and I just got drinks, but they were safe for me. This chain on campus is great. Also, this was one of the only coffee shops I have ever been to where I could have EVERY SINGLE one of the smoothies! With all of my fruit allergies and hatred of bananas, this is usually really hard for me, but all of the smoothie choices were safe and so good. I had the matcha and mango smoothie, and it was so yummy! Could not recommend more if you are ever touring campus.”
@awissink, who manages peanut, shellfish, sesame, and fruit allergies
Two Cities Coffee Roasters
Location: Clovis, California
“We’ve been coming to Two Cities for years—this is our spot when we’re back home. It’s become part of our routine, and the boys have been ordering drinks here forever.
What really sets this place apart is the care they put into everything. They always take the extra time to make sure everything is right, and that means a lot to us. It’s a family-run shop, and you can feel that—they’re always there, welcoming you with open arms.
The iced matcha is one of our favorites. You can tell they’re using high-quality matcha—it’s smooth, rich, and just delicious.
If you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. This place truly feels like home.”
@dsarsour, who manages celiac and tree nut and sesame allergies
Gremlin Garage
Location: Costa Mesa, California
“You’ll find the best matcha at Gremlin Garage! Tucked away between a bunch of auto shops, this place is a true hidden gem. The vibe is super cool—kind of industrial, but cozy at the same time.
What really impressed me is how much care they take with allergies. They made sure there was no cross-contamination, so my boys could safely enjoy their drinks. It’s not easy to find a place that takes that kind of extra step, and I really appreciated it.
Bonus: if you answer their riddle, you unlock a secret menu—how fun is that?
Definitely worth seeking out if you’re a matcha fan or just want a unique spot for a drink.”
@dsarsour, who manages celiac and tree nut and sesame allergies
Rikka Fika
Location: San Diego, California
“I personally liked that they didn’t use many nuts. When I visited this cafe, they only had one item that used almonds. And they also didn’t use nut milks, which was great! For me, almonds are not really an issue, which is why I was much less hesitant about ordering pastry items here. I did ask the staff what nuts they use on site, and she said just almonds. She was nice about it and already knew the answer, which was great. They have a little sign up about allergens. And I’m sure some of the pastries are different throughout the year, so to be safe, ask, and only if you’re comfortable, give it a try.
When I visited, I ordered a brown sugar croffle and a Kyoto matcha latte. Both were great!”
@gill15, who manages peanut, tree nut, and coconut allergies
MEMORYLOOK
Location: Los Angeles, California
“I didn’t get any food items here, so I’m not sure about their pastries/food, but I did have their matcha einspanner, which was pretty good. For their drinks, I believe they only offer oat milk and regular milk, which was nice since I didn’t have to worry about cashew milk. If you plan to come here, as always, just ask about your particular allergy just to be safe! Overall, it was a nice cafe.”
@gill15, who manages peanut, tree nut, and coconut allergies
Brew Coffee Spot
Location: La Mesa, California
“I have been coming here more recently and I usually get a matcha latte with oat milk or almond milk. I just love the creaminess of oat milk, even though I know almond milk is the healthier option.”
@hadleyyy2000, who manages celiac and milk, soy, and wheat allergies
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
Location: La Mesa, California
“I usually always get a matcha or chai tea latte with oat milk, they have some of the best oat milk.”
@hadleyyy2000, who manages celiac and milk, soy, and wheat allergies
Cafe Gratitude
Location: Los Angeles, California
“I got the breakfast burrito, matcha latte, and eggplant parm sandwich, and everything was amazing! It’s a fully vegan restaurant with tons of gluten-free options and some options for nut and soy allergies as well. There are healthier options as well as more indulgent ones, which I love. A little on the pricey side, but I enjoyed myself and felt safe there! Something to be aware of is that with their new ordering system, you order on your phone and don’t speak with a server until you receive your food, so I would either call ahead or speak with the staff right when you walk in if you have allergies/concerns about cross-contamination with nuts and soy.”
@jennatso8, who manages milk, egg, beef, and pork allergies
Wood Coffee Co.
Location: Long Beach, California
“What an amazing find—a fully vegan coffee shop in Long Beach! They offer delicious drinks, in addition to a seasonal menu, and vegan pastries from local bakeries using oat, soy, pistachio, and almond milks. The staff was so kind and welcoming, and the space is adorable. I love that they are a queer space and LGBTQ+ affirming as well! I got the Oh My Gourd (which was a pumpkin spice matcha latte) and was OBSESSED! Highly recommend for those who cannot go to traditional coffee shops because of cross-contamination with dairy.
Updating to share this spot again! My favorite coffee shop of all time. They always have delicious seasonal drinks and their matchas are my fav!”
@jennatso8, who manages milk, egg, beef, and pork allergies
Flore Vegan
Location: Los Angeles, California
“This is a delicious vegan restaurant in LA that offers lots of allergy-friendly options. The staff was so friendly and attentive. I got the matcha latte with soy milk and the breakfast burrito and loved it!”
@jennatso8, who manages milk, egg, beef, and pork allergies
Blue Butterfly Coffee
Location: El Segundo, California
“Located near LAX, this cafe has the best specialty coffee flavors I’ve ever had! The staff understands food allergies and will let you know what items are safe for the specific food allergies you have. (Unfortunately, none of the bakery items are safe for me, but I’m really there for coffee anyway!) My favorite drink is their iced lavender matcha with oat milk! It’s sweet and magical! Highly recommend this shop!”
@kqwright5, who manages peanut, tree nut, and sesame allergies
Third Culture Bakery Walnut Creek
Location: Walnut Creek, California
“Truly one of my favorite tea and donut spots. My favorite drink is the strawberry lychee matcha latte, although all of them are good. In the past, they offered dairy, soy (Silk), and oat milk (Califia Farms). Since the renovation, they now offer almond milk (Silk) in addition to dairy, soy (Kirkland), and oat (Silk). If you have an almond allergy, please be aware of this change!”
@marilotus, who manages peanut, tree nut, and legume allergies
Maruwu Seicha – Palo Alto
Location: Palo Alto, California
“So excited to finally try Maruwu Seicha! An award-winning tea refinery that has now opened 2 locations in the Bay Area (San Francisco and Stanford), Maruwu is an incredible spot for sweet treats. As other reviews have said, the matcha is pretty bitter, but it’s not overly tart. I had the Oatly Matcha Latte with Okinawa Boba at 50% sugar. We arrived around 2PM, and the matcha tarts were already sold out, so make sure you get there early if you’re hoping to get one! They had taro (purple), strawberry (pink, limited edition), and cheese (beige) left, which were all really tasty.
Allergy-wise: no nuts except pistachios.
There are pistachio sprinkles for the soft serve ice creams, gelatos, and drinks.”
@nutfreefun, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Community Goods
Location: Los Angeles, California
“In our search for the best matcha, we stopped at Community Goods. I shouldn’t say “stopped at” since we waited in line for an hour :), but wanted to see what the rage was about! It was really great—my daughter got an iced strawberry matcha latte and I got regular. Both were great! We got oat milk. It is definitely busy, so if you have an allergy to dairy or almond milk, I’d proceed with caution or at least make it very clear, as there’s a lot of action there and it’s fast-paced in preparation.”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
GG Coffee & Matcha
Location: Los Angeles, California
“Great matcha! We had oat milk matcha lattes. They also have coffee. No food on the menu—just coffee and matcha.”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
Cha Cha Matcha
Location: Los Angeles, California
“We ordered iced matcha lattes—they do serve oat and almond milk here—we told them about our nut allergy and they marked our cups in Sharpie. What’s nice is the counter area is very open, so you can see them pour the milk—it made me more at ease to see what was going into our drinks (unlike some other coffee places). They also sell matcha iced tea in a can if all types of milk are not an option. The outdoor seating area is cute too for pics!”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
Alfred Coffee
Location: Los Angeles, California
“They were helpful with my allergies and even got out a brand new cup for mine. I felt like they took it very seriously. The matcha was really good!”
@plantivore, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, seed, milk, wheat, and soy allergies
Connecticut
Zen Cha Matcha
Location: Darien, Connecticut
“Yes yes yes…this spot is very zen. You feel as if you’ve been transported to Japan, or a very special matcha world. It’s beautiful inside, there’s matcha-inspired baked goodies. All the different variations of matcha are delicious. Expect to wait on the weekends. In the attached photo, I ordered the coconut water iced matcha. I love the alternative to dairy options!”
@jmurphy, who manages tree nut, milk, wheat, fruit, and vegetable allergies
Washington, D.C.
Tatte Bakery & Cafe | West End
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
“Another amazing visit to Tatte! My daughter had the coconut meringue cloud and an iced matcha! My daughter is a regular at this place, and there are several locations in DC (we actually first discovered it in Boston)—it’s casual and you can get food, sweets, coffee/matcha etc. They most definitely have nuts, so not for everyone, but they are very educated on what is in everything, and they have great clear menus. She safely had a tomato nut-free pesto and a mini cheesecake. All good! I ordered from the gluten-friendly menu (assume not safe for celiac which I don’t have, just avoid gluten when I can), and I had the avocado tartine (without the egg) and a gluten-free oatmeal cookie that has walnuts (which my daughter is not allergic to) and I was so glad to see it labeled!”
@susie, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
maman
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
“Very cute spot for breakfast or brunch, and the menu has many allergens listed, including nuts—which we rarely see. My daughter had the Papa’s breakfast bowl and a matcha latte. All was safe. They did have sweets on the back, on the menu that didn’t have the same menu icons, however. Definitely had nuts on the menu, including their famous “nutty chocolate chip cookies” that were on Oprah’s favorite things list, and when I Googled, I saw that the recipe was online and it had macadamia nuts, almonds and walnuts (none of my daughter’s allergies but we still didn’t get). I’d recommend for a cute ambiance and good location on a fun street in Georgetown. Coffee was good and food was pretty good, although we are the type to want to try new places, so unlikely to go back mostly for that reason.”
@susie, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Ellē
Location: Washington, District of Columbia
“This place is adorable! If it was in our hometown, Chicago, we would come here all the time! We came here because we saw them listed as one of the best spots to get egg sandwiches, and my daughter got the egg sandwich with sausage and iced milk matcha. They were knowledgeable and they said they do have some nuts, but not in anything we ordered, and they noted it to the kitchen. Would absolutely go back and would love to try another meal there. We sat outside, but it’s really cute inside too!”
@susie, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Florida
Sushi Maki UM
Location: Coral Gables, Florida
“I get the salmon avocado roll and matcha boba! So good. The gyoza is also delicious!”
@delaneybrody, who manages peanut, tree nut, and egg allergies
Illinois
Goddess and the Baker, Riverfront
Location: Chicago, Illinois
“I only ordered a matcha latte here and an immunity shot, but I noted my allergies when I placed my order and asked them to clean the machines/blenders (to avoid any cross contact with the almond milk, etc.) They double checked and it was fine.
I will say they did have a large food/bakery selection, but they had signs about cross-contamination, and I wouldn’t feel comfortable dining here for a meal.”
@lfrost5, who manages celiac and tree nut allergy
Allez Café
Location: Chicago, Illinois
“The cutest coffee shop! My daughter safely had an iced matcha with honey! The place is pink and so cute! We picked it up for my allergy daughter and would definitely want to go back with her!”
@susie, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Maryland
Kyoto Matcha DMV
Location: Rockville, Maryland
“I both emailed and direct messaged the chain to confirm that the menu has no peanuts or tree nuts, which it looked like from scanning the menu. Both confirmed, but said to double check when ordering, which of course I did. They have soft serve, which has only 3 flavors: vanilla, matcha, and another green tea variety. There are other desserts and a large range of boba drinks.”
@ragrag13, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Massachusetts
Blackbird Doughnuts Newton Centre
Location: Newton, Massachusetts
“Blackbird Doughnuts is nut-free! Love being able to choose anything off the menu. Also had a delicious blueberry matcha with oat milk!”
@katiemacneil, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Michigan
Ann Arbor Coffee Roasting Company
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
“Loved this cute coffee shop for an iced matcha latte with cinnamon and oat milk and a croissant while managing a tree nut and mustard allergy.”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
The Drip House
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
“Had amazing iced matcha lattes with oat milk. There were a bunch of gluten-free and vegan pastries, which we did not try, but they looked great.”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
Matchacita
Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan
“Love this new matcha place in downtown Kzoo! Completely gluten and dairy-free (the milk options were almond, oat, coconut, and banana), and the only nuts on their menu were almonds. I got the lavender honey matcha, highly recommend!”
@victoriaryan, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Missouri
Coma Coffee Roasters
Location: Richmond Heights, Missouri
“I’ve had two great experiences here! Lots of vegan options in their baked goods case, and they’ve been able to check with the kitchen regarding nuts. I also like that they have fun drinks that don’t require the milk frother or steamer, like the mango matcha tonic and strawberry matcha latte, that I feel confident ordering when they are busier.”
@amandayoung03, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, fish, and shellfish allergies
New Hampshire
Juniper Kitchen
Location: Dover, New Hampshire
“I am able to safely get an iced matcha with oat milk, and the staff have always been helpful. They have a small kitchen, so I haven’t felt comfortable trying the food.”
@hurricane13, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, shellfish, sesame, fruit, pea, and seed allergies
New Jersey
Vera Caffe
Location: Fort Lee, New Jersey
“Delicious new cafe in Fort Lee! I ordered a strawberry matcha latte, and my mom got a caramel foam latte. Both drinks come with the cutest bear ice cube, it’s one of their signature touches! The whole cafe was such a nice experience, and our server was helpful in providing ingredients for our drinks when I asked about allergens. Will be coming back again.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Cafe Zio
Location: Edison, New Jersey
“Cafe Zio is SO GOOD! I think they have the best quality and flavor drinks for the best prices. It’s one of the hot spots for Rutgers students. I love their strawberry matcha latte with boba and their dalgona latte! Both are so delicious and safe for me, and I can’t wait to try more off of their menu.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Ma’s Tea House
Location: Elmwood Park, New Jersey
“This bubble tea store is super close to me and one of my new favorites! I got a matcha green tea boba drink that was delish. They serve a variety of milk and fruit teas, and have a lot of specialty drinks like edible sparkle teas and Yakult drinks. Many of their drinks have non-dairy milk substitutes. They even have vegan mochi and packaged sushi to buy! Definitely such a diverse menu and can’t wait to go back and try something new.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Gong Cha
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
“Gong Cha has been a safe go-to for me as a huge bubble tea fan! The pearls they use are gluten-free, and my favorite orders include the brown sugar milk tea and the matcha latte milk tea with 50% sugar. The drinks are so smooth and rich, and the boba always has the perfect brown sugar flavor! Even with my allergies, this is a place I can trust.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
The Gangnam Signature
Location: Paramus, New Jersey
“One of my go-to Korean-style cafes! They have a delicious strawberry matcha latte here that is one of my go-tos. For matcha lovers, it’s a great place for matcha lattes, cookies, and even ice cream! They have a lot of fun menu items, like honeycomb latte, croffle ice cream, and mochi donuts. I’m glad to have found a safe place for my allergies that makes delicious drinks.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Semicolon Cafe
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
“New, fresh, and delicious cafe in New Brunswick. They have delicious smoothies, lattes, matcha drinks, coffee, and ades. They are known for their sandwiches and pastries, which I cannot have because they have gluten in them, but nonetheless this cafe is a great location to hang out with friends and grab a drink!”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Junbi
Location: Princeton, New Jersey
“This is a popular matcha spot in Princeton! I love their strawberry matcha lattes. The menu here details what goes in each drink—for example my drink contains fresh dairy, real strawberries, and a double matcha shot. The drinks here are big and are so worth it! They offer dairy-free alternatives as well.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Ridgewood Coffee Company
Location: Ridgewood, New Jersey
“This was a very cute, minimal, and trendy coffee spot in Ridgewood! I ordered an iced matcha latte, and really enjoyed the taste! Matchas are a safe, allergy-friendly go-to for me since it’s usually just a matcha base with milk, a sweetener, and ice!”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Meet Fresh
Location: Edison, New Jersey
“As a boba fan, this is another great place I’ve found for drinks or desserts. They have very fair prices and give you a huge drink! I usually go for drinks that are naturally gluten-free and safe for me. My go-tos are either matcha or brown sugar. This place is located less than 10 minutes away from campus and stays open until 10:30 PM, so it’s a popular place for a late-night snack and is usually really busy during the night!”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Honey Day Cafe
Location: Glen Rock, New Jersey
“I absolutely LOVE Honey Day Cafe! Found this place trending on TikTok but wasn’t sure if they could accommodate food allergies, but they blew me away. The staff here were super helpful, and as soon as I said I had food allergies they immediately put a note in with my order and told me everything would be prepared safely for me and separate from my allergens. I gave them one of my food allergy cards and they made sure everything was accounted for! I got a Harvest Salad and a Strawberry Matcha Latte. Super delicious and I was so happy to find this place.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Rey Sol Coffee
Location: Ridgewood, New Jersey
“A super trendy and popular coffee shop in Ridgewood! I ordered an iced caramel macchiato that comes with the cutest bear ice cube made with coffee. I also got a hot matcha latte with the cutest latte art! We stopped by after brunch for a quick coffee, and it did not disappoint! Loved my allergy-friendly drink.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Utepia
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
“The boba here is really tasty, and this shop is located in downtown New Brunswick, very walkable from Rutgers College Ave campus! I love getting their brown sugar boba or their strawberry matcha lattes. It’s a consistent, safe place for a sweet treat after we go out for a meal!”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
New York
La Colombe Coffee Workshop
Location: New York, New York
“I ordered a strawberry oat milk matcha latte here, and it was so yummy and rich in flavor! I am glad that this is a chain and an allergy-friendly place for me. I would love to try their other locations as well as their canned drinks.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Heuk Hwa Dang
Location: New York, New York
“This is a new cafe in the heart of Koreatown that has ades, bubble tea, matcha, ice cream, and their famous croffles! I ordered a brown sugar boba drink that was safe for me. I love the aesthetic and the interior of this cafe. Definitely a must-visit again location!”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Postcard
Location: New York, New York
“Completely nut and gluten-free Japanese bakery! They also have a bunch of matcha and coffee drinks—also nut-free! Only caveat is this place is tiny and they run out of things fast! Get there early!
Top items are the Japanese egg salad sandwich, the matcha and raspberry mochi donut holes, and the lemon cinnamon roll!”
@nutfreelani, who manages tree nut and coconut allergies
Sorate
Location: New York, New York
“My favorite matcha in NYC. Hand-whisked to order. Ceremonial grade. Perfection.”
@floatingr0ck, who manages a milk allergy
Nana’s Green Tea
Location: New York, New York
“This is a great spot in K-Town NYC that specializes in matcha drinks! I like their matcha lattes with oat milk. It’s pretty concentrated so you get more of that real matcha flavor, and I love it! They also have matcha soft serve, parfait, and cakes.”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Flowers Cafe
Location: New York, New York
“If you can’t tell already…I am a pancake girl through and through! As long as they’re nut-free, obviously. I got the incredible banana chocolate chip pancakes. I figured, despite the chaos and fear of the world, might as well reminisce on some delicious pancakes and an allergy-safe experience! At the Flowers Cafe, you order first and then take your seat. I love this because it gives the cashier an opportunity to write my allergies directly on the receipt of my order before giving it to the kitchen. I felt perfectly safe, welcomed, and shortly after, very full! Paired with a matcha latte with the BEST oat milk, I can’t help but wish I could teleport back to this day. 8/10.”
@isabelrmachado, who manages tree nut, sesame, fruit, coconut, and mustard allergies
Saratoga Tea & Honey Company
Location: Saratoga Springs, New York
“I got a matcha latte with oat milk, and there was a dedicated steamer for the oat milk separate from the dairy one. I felt super comfortable ordering, and it was so delicious! You can also get amazing quality local honey.”
@livwong, who manages tree nut, milk, egg, and soy allergies
Nippon Cha | Williamsburg
Location: Williamsburg, New York
“The best matcha in Brooklyn. I love their specialty brown sugar and strawberry lattes, and they have non-dairy milk options!”
@floatingr0ck, who manages a milk allergy
The Whistling Kettle
Location: Schenectady, New York
“They were very nice here, but were unable to accommodate my allergies as they said that many of the menu items are made in the same facility as items with nuts. I know some people with nut allergies do eat items made in the same facility, but I am not always comfortable doing that. However, I was able to safely have an iced matcha latte, which was fantastic, and I do appreciate that their menu is very clearly labeled to show which items contain nuts.”
@nicoleorlofsky, who manages peanut, tree nut, fish, and fruit allergies
Blue Bottle Coffee
Location: New York, New York
“One of my all-time favorite matchas in the city. The default milk is oat milk :). I ordered an iced matcha latte. It’s creamy, bright green, very smooth, and delicious.
There’s an app to order online, which makes pick up very easy!”
@jmurphy, who manages tree nut, milk, wheat, fruit, and vegetable allergies
Do Not Feed Alligators
Location: New York, New York
“I went to the Montauk pop-up location, and I was blown away by how delicious the matcha was. Perfect milk:matcha ratio. The matcha used is very high quality, and made properly. The oat milk option was delicious. I will continue to crave having this matcha every day.”
@jmurphy, who manages tree nut, milk, wheat, fruit, and vegetable allergies
Bambi’s Cafe
Location: Montauk, New York
“Bambi’s makes their own alternative milks! Housemade milk + high-quality matcha made for a fantastic latte.”
@jmurphy, who manages tree nut, milk, wheat, fruit, and vegetable allergies
Max Mara
Location: Manhasset, New York
“Recently tried the matcha at Max Mara Cafe in Manhasset. The barista took extra care in preparing it, as I did mention my daughter’s allergies. The matcha was exactly the way we like it, not sweet with added cinnamon. Please note, regarding allergies, they do have almond milk as a choice…along with oat, whole milk, low-fat milk, coconut milk, and soy milk.”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
Pennsylvania
Matcha Cafe Maiko
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
“Barely any nuts here besides toppings and the options here are amazing.”
@chloeshand, who manages peanut, tree nut, sesame, and poppy allergies
Rhode Island
The Nitro Bar Newport
Location: Newport, Rhode Island
“They have nut milks in house, so I was not able to get any drinks that used the steamer as there might’ve been cross-contamination. I did get a matcha iced tea that was great.”
@foodallergygrl, who manages tree nut, egg, and coconut allergies
South Carolina
Second State Coffee
Location: Charleston, South Carolina
“One of my favorite matcha spots in Charleston! Great place to sit and do work/study as well.”
@natchick, who manages a peanut allergy
Texas
La La Land Kind Cafe
Location: Dallas, Texas
“Incredible coffee shop 🙂 I’m a huge matcha lover, so I got the strawberry matcha with oat milk (half of their menu is different matcha lattes) and I got some avocado toast with it. The avocado toast is buttered on sourdough, but I told them about my allergy, and they made sure to leave the butter off and clean the toaster before toasting my bread. I also had their strawberry guava pop tart, which was vegan and tasted so good. My grandma had some of the mango chia seed pudding, which was also vegan and gluten-free.”
@morganromo, who manages tree nut, milk, mustard, and sunflower allergies
Fat Cats Organic Coffee & Desserts
Location: Austin, Texas
“I get the matcha latte with hemp milk. The entire place is vegan. They have many different types of milks. They are very friendly and have always been helpful and flexible.”
@plantivore, who manages celiac and peanut, tree nut, milk, soy, wheat, corn, and flax allergies
Virginia
Marufuji Japanese Restaurant
Location: Vienna, Virginia
“I loved this market! They had an amazing variety of fresh sushi. I tried the Salmon and Tuna Avocado Rolls, and they were delicious. The matcha at the cafe was amazing! The market has such a variety of snacks and treats to look through. I’ll definitely be back.”
@avawisniewski, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Rare Bird Coffee Roasters
Location: Falls Church, Virginia
“Had a strawberry matcha! I asked about cross-contamination, and they said it wouldn’t be an issue with the matcha and utensils they used to make it. However, they did say that they had lots of nuts behind the counter for other menu items, so there was slight potential for cross-contamination, but they were careful when preparing my drink. IMO it was pretty overpriced, but it tasted good! Very cute store as well.”
@lvandivier5, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Australia
Charmed by Redfern
Location: Redfern, Australia
“I ordered sourdough toast with Vegemite and a matcha latte.
I informed the waiter of my allergies, and she checked with the chef, and confirmed they would use a separate toaster and separate utensils to prepare my food. The staff were knowledgeable and helpful!”
@supiii, who manages peanut, tree nut, fish, shellfish, sesame, fruit, vegetable, grain, seed, and legume allergies
Cayman Islands
Nourish
Location: West Bay, Cayman Islands
“The servers are awesome, the place is quaint. It’s in a wellness retreat hotel, but so worth it. I got the matcha—they have every milk you can imagine—soy, dairy, almond, oat, whole, 2% etc., and their menu is very clear. It shares all the ingredients, and the staff is very knowledgeable. I wasn’t sure how I’d like the scotch bonnet hollandaise, and they were able to put it on the side! Loved it! Would go back!”
@kirascookies, who manages celiac and milk, soy, and wheat allergies
Czech Republic
Bistro Monk
Location: Prague, Czech Republic
“Went out to brunch during my stay in Prague, came across this brunch spot. I got my favorite avocado toast, and it was amazing, and it was completely safe for me. They also had gluten-free options and a couple of other vegan options. I forgot to take a picture, but I got a strawberry matcha latte with oat milk, but they offered a variety of milk alternatives.”
@viviancrabbe, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, and shellfish allergies
South Korea
Super Matcha
Location: Seongdong-gu, South Korea
“Super Matcha in Korea was one of the best matcha drinks I’ve ever had! I got an oat milk matcha latte. Unlike the U.S, oat milk is not as easy to find in cafes and coffee shops, so I was super excited they had this drink on their menu! They hand-whisk the matcha powder in front of you for every order and it was such a cool experience. Would definitely recommend!”
@audreycha, who manages peanut, tree nut, egg, wheat, shellfish, legume, and seed allergies
Japan
MACCHA HOUSE Kyoto Kawaramachi
Location: Kyoto, Japan
“Delicious matcha! I recommend the iced matcha with ice cream—super indulgent and delicious.”
@gfreebasicb, who manages celiac and grain allergies
Nakamura Tokichi Azabudai
Location: Minato City, Japan
“They have oat milk and soy milk options for their matcha lattes, and if you order a milk alternative, when you grab your drink, you hand in a card that says oat milk!”
@morganromo, who manages tree nut, milk, mustard, and sunflower allergies
GOKAGO
Location: Kyoto, Japan
“Double matcha goes crazy OMG. And one of the few cafes in Japan that has oat milk options!”
@floatingr0ck, who manages a milk allergy
Hatoya Asakusa
Location: Taito City, Japan
“Amazing strawberry matcha latte. Prepare for a long line, but it is so so worth it! Also has oat milk!”
@floatingr0ck, who manages a milk allergy
Comeconoco Gluten-free Laboratory & Cafe 大阪天満橋店
Location: Osaka, Japan
“100% gluten-free bakery! Matcha lattes, Japanese toast with ice cream, cakes, pastries, cookies, and more! This is a must in Osaka!”
@gfmeg, who manages celiac and a wheat allergy
Puerto Rico
Matcha Muchacha – Calle Cerra
Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
“Visited Matcha Muchacha in San Juan, PR. They serve almond, soy, regular, and oat milk. My kids are ok with almond, so we felt safe…but there are definitely pastries there with nuts, so we did not get dessert. They also had vegan options in the same display case as nuts, etc., so for those that aren’t necessarily allergic, there are a few vegan options. The matcha was amazing, and they really had a lot of choices. We got ours w/oat milk, cinnamon, vanilla and matcha. Loved it!”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
OCHOCIELOS
Location: San Juan, Puerto Rico
“Had Matcha lattes here where they put fresh fruit on the bottom. Was amazing! They do have multiple milks. We had oat milk, but they have almond milk there…it’s fine for us, but double check the protocol if it’s not ok for you. We watched them make ours, and the protocol seemed pretty straightforward, but there was a mixer involved. I’d recommend asking not to use the mixer if the milks are not all safe for you. The matcha was a 10/10!”
@stephsorkin, who manages tree nut, shellfish, flax, and mustard allergies
Mexico
SAN さん Matcha
Location: Mexico City, Mexico
“Loved the banana matcha latte! They have a lot of unique flavors, and the staff is knowledgeable about what contains dairy. Would recommend!”
@floatingr0ck, who manages a milk allergy
Singapore
Ichigo by Tea Cottage
Location: Singapore, Singapore
“Completely nut-free! I tried their signature drink: durian uji matcha latte. It was nice and safe, but overall I think there are definitely other better and cheaper options around the city for tea.”
@nutfreefun, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Mr Coconut @ Orchard Gateway
Location: Singapore, Singapore
“No nuts in the drinks. There are peanut toppings for the ice cream, though, so I don’t feel comfortable getting anything other than their juices and shakes. The Uji matcha 0 sugar coconut shake with pulp is the best!”
@nutfreefun, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
HEYTEA @ ION
Location: Singapore, Singapore
“Emailed and confirmed no peanuts 🙂 The drinks are really not that sweet, so I’d suggest increasing your regular sugar level – safely had the jasmine green tea with boba and the matcha supreme with boba and matcha jelly.”
@nutfreefun, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
Sweden
Espresso House
Location: Lund, Sweden
“Espresso House is the most common coffee chain throughout Sweden. Their website has ingredient information for their entire menu, but it is only available in Swedish! Alternatice milk options include soy, coconut, and oat. I loved their matcha latte, but the matcha powder they use contains coconut milk!”
@elise, who manages celiac and peanut and tree nut allergies
United Kingdom
Blank Street Coffee
Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
“My first time ordering at a cafe! This was huge for me because I’m usually worried about cross-contamination at cafes. I ordered the blueberry matcha! Their default milk is oat milk, and they whipped out an allergy booklet for me to look at and read the ingredients for everything! I was surprised they made me sign something to acknowledge that I had read the ingredients and had to write my allergens down—I’ve never seen that done before. They used clean utensils to make my drink and asked about whether I wanted them to do so—so they’re very proactive and helpful with accommodating my allergies!”
@catherinewalker, who manages peanut, tree nut, milk, egg, and coconut allergies
Whisk by JENKI Matcha, Borough Market
Location: London, England
“If I could, I would have tried everything on the menu. They had a bunch of different matcha lattes with different flavors, matcha soft serve, and MORE. I just got a classic matcha latte, and it was delightful. Definitely a good sign when a store is good at what they’re known for making!”
@natalie, who manages peanut and tree nut allergies
WA Cafe (Covent Garden)
Location: London, England
“WA Japanese Patisserie is a gem in Central London. They have a great selection of Japanese bakes, and many are clearly marked gluten-free. The team is knowledgeable and takes allergies seriously, which made me feel really confident ordering.
Their matcha is fantastic, and the overall vibe of the shop is calm, clean, and welcoming. It’s perfect for a quiet treat or catch-up with a friend. Japanese-style baked goods can be really tough to find gluten-free, so this place is a rare and very appreciated find. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in London and craving something a little different but still safe to enjoy.”
@gfstreetgang, who manages celiac
The Good Life Eatery
Location: London, England
This is one of my favorite spots for a coffee and treat in London. It’s not dedicated gluten-free, but has a good selection of baked goods (like gluten-free blueberry muffins that I love) and cafe items too. The staff have always been super helpful in taking precautions, too.
The coffee they make is really nice, too. Iced matcha is 100% the drink of the summer, and these guys do a really good job with it.
There are a few locations across London (St. John’s Wood and Marylebone), so this is a convenient spot for a quick treat.”
@gfstreetgang, who manages celiac
