Kettl in Greenpoint
Kettl is a Japanese green-tea company’s flagship cafe in the heart of Greenpoint, a stylish, minimalist tea house near the Greenpoint Av G stop. Founded by Zach Mangan, it sources single-origin teas directly from growers in Japan and stone-mills its own matcha in-house, which is rare in the US.
The space works on two levels: a to-go counter and communal table for a quick matcha, and a dedicated six-seat tasting counter for a slower, guided exploration of sencha, gyokuro and houjicha. Alongside the drinks it sells loose-leaf tea, ceramics and tea tools, so you can take the ritual home.
What to Expect
There is no happy hour here. Kettl is a Japanese tea house focused on quality rather than discounts, pouring matcha lattes like the signature cortado matcha, brewed single-origin teas and matcha-forward sweets throughout the day. For the full experience, book the six-seat tasting counter on Resy; walk-in to-go service is available too.
The Room
A stylish, minimalist Japanese cafe with a to-go service counter, a shared communal table and a curated retail wall of loose teas, matcha and ceramics. At the back sits a dedicated six-seat tasting counter where staff guide a slower, deliberate tea service. The mood is calm, warm and unhurried.
Who Kettl Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| Solo tea ritual | The counter and communal table make it an easy, calm stop for a quiet matcha a few minutes from the G. |
| Guided tasting | The six-seat tasting counter offers a guided tasting menu, bookable on Resy, for a deeper dive into Japanese tea. |
| A low-key date | The minimalist room and unhurried service suit a quiet catch-up over matcha and sweets. |
| Gifts to take home | An extensive retail selection of loose-leaf tea, matcha, ceramics and tea tools makes it a strong gifting stop. |
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Kettl FAQ
Does Kettl have a happy hour?
No. Kettl is a Japanese tea house and does not run a happy hour or drink specials. It focuses on high-grade matcha, single-origin teas and a guided tasting counter.
Is Kettl in Long Island City or the West Village?
Neither. Kettl’s flagship cafe is in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, at 70 Greenpoint Avenue. Its former Manhattan cafe at 348 Bowery closed in late 2025.
Do you need a reservation?
Not for the to-go counter, which is walk-in. The six-seat tasting counter can be reserved on Resy for the guided tea service.
Can you buy tea to take home?
Yes. Kettl sells loose-leaf tea, matcha, tea bags, ceramics and tea tools in the cafe and online, and it grinds its own matcha in-house.
Happy hour times and deals last verified June 2026. Details can change — confirm with Kettl before visiting for a specific deal.