Matcha Ya – Chinatown NSW
Matcha Ya – Chinatown NSW (photo 2)
Matcha Ya – Chinatown NSW (photo 3)

Matcha Ya Chinatown

Chinatown, Sydney, NSW 🍣 Japanese

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Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
Thursday1 pm – 9 pm
Friday1 pm – 10 pm
Saturday12 pm – 10 pm
Sunday12 pm – 9 pm

Times shown in local time (Sydney). Public holiday hours may differ.

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Chinatown NSW · 1.1 km from Sydney centre

Popular times

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At a glance

About Matcha Ya

Located in Chinatown, NSW, Matcha Ya is a Japanese café serving locals and visitors alike. You'll find it at Chinatown NSW, roughly 1.1 km from the Sydney city centre.

Japanese dining in Australia spans sushi trains, ramen bars, izakaya, teppanyaki grills and omakase counters. Fresh local seafood makes Australian sushi and sashimi a highlight.

Matcha Ya is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays), open late on Wednesdays; the venue offers dine-in, takeaway, outdoor seating.

Planning a night out in Chinatown? 10 other venues are within a short distance, including Dragon Hot Pot and Nakano Darling.

Amenities & services

  • Dine-in
  • Takeaway
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Air-conditioned
  • No kid-friendly

What to order

Signature Japanese dishes to look out for.

Full menu guide →
Small platesAgedashi tofuFried tofu in dashi broth
Sushi & sashimiSalmon sashimiFresh Tasmanian salmon
MainsBeef donburiSweet soy beef and onion over rice
DessertMochiRice cakes with sweet fillings

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Closest restaurants to Matcha Ya

The 10 nearest places to eat, with distance and travel time.

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  1. 1
    Dragon Hot Pot 🥟 Chinese · Chinatown
    10 mW · 1 min walk
  2. 2
    Nakano Darling – 14 Steam Mill Lane, Chinatown
    Nakano Darling 🍣 Japanese · 14 Steam Mill Lane, Chinatown
    10 mE · 1 min walk
  3. 3
    Kwang Jang Pocha 🍖 Korean · Chinatown
    20 mS · 1 min walk
  4. 4
    Wingboy 🍽️ International · Chinatown
    20 mSE · 1 min walk
  5. 5
    Marrickville Pork Roll 🍽️ International · Chinatown
    20 mE · 1 min walk
  6. 6
    Kuki Soft Serve & Cookies 🍨 Desserts & Gelato · 9/18 Steam Mill Lane, Chinatown
    30 mE · 1 min walk
  7. 7
    Edition Coffee Roasters ☕ Cafés & Brunch · Darling Drive, Ultimo
    30 mSW · 1 min walk
  8. 8
    Holy Basil 🍜 Thai · Chinatown
    40 mE · 1 min walk
  9. 9
    789 Korean – Chinatown
    789 Korean 🍖 Korean · Chinatown
    40 mE · 1 min walk
  10. 10
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    Uliveto 🍝 Italian · Chinatown
    50 mNE · 1 min walk

Recommended in the area

Well-documented favourites near Chinatown — with photos, opening hours and contact details.

Zia Pina Pizzeria – 93 George Street, The RocksInternational

Zia Pina Pizzeria

93 George Street, The Rocks2.2 km away · 26 min walk
Thai Pothong – 294 King Street, NewtownThai

Thai Pothong

294 King Street, Newtown2.9 km away · 7 min drive
Nagomi Japanese Dining – 461 Miller Street, CammerayJapanese

Nagomi Japanese Dining

461 Miller Street, Cammeray6.3 km away · 13 min drive
Angelo's Cabarita – Phillips Street, CabaritaItalian

Angelo's Cabarita

Phillips Street, Cabarita8.1 km away · 16 min drive
Gyuniku – Shop 34/1 Dixon Street, ChinatownJapanese

Gyuniku

Shop 34/1 Dixon Street, Chinatown290 m away · 3 min walk
The Sambal – Shop 1, 432 Kent Street, KoreatownMalaysian & Indonesian

The Sambal

Shop 1, 432 Kent Street, Koreatown740 m away · 9 min walk

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Harajuku Gyoza

1/14 Darling Drive, Chinatown140 m away
Gumshara – 9 Kimber Lane, ChinatownJapanese

Gumshara

9 Kimber Lane, Chinatown220 m away
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Ichiraku Canteen

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Eating out in Chinatown

Chinatown is home to 136 places to eat in our guide, part of the wider Sydney area with 5,266 venues. The local dining scene leans towards international restaurants, chinese restaurants, desserts & gelato. Within 25 km of Matcha Ya there are 7,509 restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from.

Nearby suburbs worth exploring include Ultimo (300 m), Haymarket (450 m), Thai Town (540 m), Koreatown (630 m).

Cuisine mix in Chinatown

  • 🍽️ International36
  • 🥟 Chinese26
  • 🍨 Desserts & Gelato18
  • ☕ Cafés & Brunch12
  • 🍣 Japanese10

Frequently asked questions

Where is Matcha Ya located?

Matcha Ya is located at Chinatown NSW. It is about 1.1 km from the centre of Sydney. Tap the map on this page to start turn-by-turn directions in Google Maps, Apple Maps or Waze.

What are the opening hours of Matcha Ya?

Matcha Ya is open 5 days a week (closed Mondays & Tuesdays), open late on Wednesdays. Today's hours are highlighted in the opening hours table above, which shows whether it is open right now (Australia/Sydney time). Hours can change on public holidays, so it is worth confirming before you visit.

What kind of food does Matcha Ya serve?

Matcha Ya serves Japanese, Matcha cuisine. Browse our Japanese menu guide for typical dishes and dietary options.

Does Matcha Ya offer takeaway or delivery?

According to our latest data, Matcha Ya offers takeaway.

Is Matcha Ya wheelchair accessible?

Yes — Matcha Ya is listed as wheelchair accessible.

How can I contact Matcha Ya?

You can reach Matcha Ya or via its website.

What is the closest restaurant to Matcha Ya?

The closest venue is Dragon Hot Pot, about 10 m to the west (1 min walk). Other close options include Nakano Darling (10 m), Kwang Jang Pocha (20 m), Wingboy (20 m).

What are some recommended places to eat near Matcha Ya?

Popular, well-documented choices nearby include Zia Pina Pizzeria (International, 2.2 km), Thai Pothong (Thai, 2.9 km), Nagomi Japanese Dining (Japanese, 6.3 km).

Where else can I find Japanese food near Chinatown?

Other Japanese venues close by include Sushia (100 m), Hakatamon Ramen (110 m), Sushi Sei by Kuon (140 m).

How many restaurants are there in Chinatown?

Our guide lists 136 places to eat in Chinatown, most commonly international restaurants (36), chinese restaurants (26), desserts & gelato (18). Within 25 km there are 7,509 venues in total.