Dubai's Top Spots for a Protein Matcha Fix

If you're in Dubai and looking for a drink that combines the health benefits of matcha with a protein boost, you're in luck.

A growing number of cafés are offering innovative protein matchas that are both delicious and nutritious. These drinks are a great choice for a pre or post-workout refreshment.

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Here are some of the top spots to check out.

Backyard

Backyard Dubai serves a selection of protein-rich matcha drinks across its locations in Silicon Oasis, Meydan, Al Khawaneej, and Umm Suqeim.

Their signature Protein Matcha, priced at Dhs38, is a blend of matcha powder, spinach, banana, almond milk, agave, and vegan protein.

They also offer other protein shakes like the Protein Berry and Chaga Cacao. You can find them on delivery platforms like Deliveroo.

Locations: Nadd Al Hamar, Jumeirah, Al Khawaneej & American University of Dubai.

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Maison Cha Cha

This NYC-inspired café in Downtown Dubai is known for its creative and wellness-focused matcha drinks.

While they may not all be explicitly labeled "protein matcha," options like the Peanut Matcha (made with organic peanut butter) and The Chill Pill (with ashwagandha) offer functional benefits. The café focuses on premium ingredients and opens daily at 7:30 am.

Location: Burj Crown, Emaar Boulevard

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Refuel Bar, SIRO One Za’abeel

Located next to the Fitness Lab at SIRO One Za’abeel, the Refuel Bar offers a menu of customizable shakes and healthy snacks curated by an in-house nutritionist.

You can create your own drink by combining matcha with your favorite protein powder, alongside other options like the GenC and Immunity Booster shakes.

Location: SIRO, One Za’abeel

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PEAQ

As Dubai's first social wellness club, PEAQ offers a unique matcha experience. In addition to wellness services like contrast therapy and Lagree workouts, guests can enjoy a variety of protein shakes, including a matcha protein shake made with vanilla protein. Prices start at Dhs39.

Location: Goshi Warehouse City 2 Warehouse 25, Al Quoz Industrial 3

Barry’s

The Fuel Bar at Barry’s locations in Dubai serves several protein-rich matcha drinks to support your fitness goals.

A popular choice is the Matcha Made in Heaven (Dhs42), which combines almond milk, matcha, spinach, banana, almond butter, and vanilla whey protein.

Another option is the creamy Cloud 9 and Above smoothie (Dhs37). These are also available for delivery.

Locations: DIFC, Marina, and The Galleria Mall

NETTE

This French-Japanese gastro bistro in Al Quoz is renowned for its health-conscious menu.

While NETTE doesn't have a specific "protein matcha" on the menu, you can customize your drinks.

Enjoy a classic ceremonial-grade matcha and add your own protein, or enhance your smoothies with vegan protein or collagen jelly to meet your nutritional needs. It's the perfect spot for a post-padel workout refreshment.

Location: Matcha Club, Al Quoz

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