MaMatcha Cafe (Lekki Phase 1)

30 Fola Osibo, Lekki Phase 1 | Instagram | Phone

If you’ve been on Instagram or TikTok lately, then you’ve definitely seen MaMatcha — one of the newest cafés in Lekki Phase 1 that Lagos has quickly latched onto. And because Lagos doesn’t waste time when it comes to new spots, I decided to visit… not once, but twice, before sharing my thoughts.

Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Watch Full Review Here

The Space & First Impressions

MaMatcha is a clean, minimal, metallic-style café tucked away in Lekki Phase 1. The space is clearly designed with intention — but not necessarily for long sit-downs. Indoor seating is quite limited, which gives more of a grab-and-go or quick hangout vibe, while the outdoor area includes a pickup window and a few seating options.

There’s also a high counter workspace with sockets, making it suitable if you want to plug in and get some work done quickly. However, based on their house rules if you are going to use a Laptop and work from there, minimum spend is ₦20,000.

Overall, the space is:

• Aesthetically pleasing
• Well put together
• Smells really good (yes, that matters 😅)
• Very “new Lagos café” code
• The menu is also pricey and above the typical pricing for a Cafe

Menu Overview

One thing I liked is the variety on the menu — it’s not just a matcha spot. But with a name like ‘MaMatcha’, Matcha is definitely top of mind

Menu categories include:

• Matcha (₦10,500 – ₦12,500)
• Coffee, teas & fresh juices
• Smoothies & iced/hot drinks (₦7,000 – ₦13,000)
• Pastries (₦8,000 – ₦10,500)
• Sandwiches (₦18,000 – ₦35,000)
• Salads (₦24,000 – ₦32,000)
• Pizza (₦14,000 – ₦19,000)
• Tacos, wings, sliders & bowls

So yes — there’s something for everyone.

What I Ordered

Crowd Favourite Pizza – ₦17,000

This was easily one of my highlights.

The pizza was:

• Fresh
• Simple
• Generous on the cheese (no skimping at all)

And the cheese pull? Elite.

If you’re going for the first time, this is a safe and solid pick.

Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles – ₦18,900

The aroma hit before the first bite — and it did not disappoint.

• Flavourful and well-seasoned
• Chicken was properly cooked and tasty
• Portion size was satisfying

Interestingly, on my first visit, the noodles were thinner egg noodles, but on this visit, they were flat egg noodles — and I preferred this version.

Mama’s Milk Matcha – ₦12,500

This is their white chocolate matcha, and I actually really enjoyed it.

• Smooth
• Creamy
• Slightly sweet

It’s a good entry-level matcha if you’re not used to strong matcha flavours.

My only issue? The cup size is small 

Spiced Apple Iced Tea – ₦10,750

This one was my least favourite.

• Refreshing and cold (especially on a hot day)
• But not sweet enough for my liking

Extras

• Still Water – ₦3,000
• Takeaway Packs – ₦2,000

Service & Experience

On my second visit, the experience was noticeably better. However, one thing to keep in mind: This place gets BUSY — very quickly. And with that; orders may take longer and the space can feel crowded.

That said, staff were: pleasant, polite and helpful

How Much Should You Budget?

My total bill came to: ₦72,168.75 (including tax). If you’re visiting, you can expect to spend ₦30,000+ per person and More if you’re ordering mains + drinks + extras

Final Verdict

Ma Matcha is trendy, aesthetic and backed by a strong and diverse menu. But like many new Lagos spots, it’s still finding its rhythm with service timing, balancing portion sizes vs pricing

Overall Review:

A solid new café worth trying  especially for the food and variety but go prepared for crowds and a bit of a wait and don’t let the pricing catch you by suprise. 

FOODIE IN LAGOS RATING: 8.5/10

MaMatcha Cafe Summary 

	Ambience	Modern, minimal and aesthetic space with a metallic finish; limited indoor seating but great for quick hangouts or grab-and-go.
	Food Quality	Well-executed dishes with strong flavours; pizza and noodles stood out, while drinks were a mix of hits and misses.
	Location	Lekki Phase 1; easy to access but can get very busy due to its popularity. Very limited parking available.
	Price	Crowd Favourite Pizza ₦17,000 Sticky Garlic Chicken Noodles ₦18,900 Spiced Apple Iced Tea ₦10,750 Mama’s Milk Matcha ₦12,500 Still Water ₦3,000 Takeaway Packs ₦2,000 Total: ₦72,168.75 (incl. tax)
	Service Delivery	Staff were pleasant and helpful, but service may slow down during peak hours due to high demand.

Trendy and buzzing café with great food options, but go prepared for crowds, smaller drink portions and possible wait times. One of the new spots for Matcha in Lekki.

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