Monster Kakigori – The Best Matcha in Calgary (Part Three)

If you're hunting for a unique dessert experience in downtown Calgary, Monster Kakigori should be on your radar. Known for its massive servings of Japanese-style shaved ice and customizable matcha drinks, this sweet spot has definitely created a buzz. We visited to see if they have the best matcha in Calgary.

We dropped by recently and can confirm: it’s busy for a reason. The place was packed when we visited, and while seating is limited and there’s a bit of a wait for drinks, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall vibe was upbeat despite the rush.

Our Experience

We sampled a few things off the menu, starting with the Strawberry Matcha—a combo we love. It was decent, but didn’t quite hit our flavour sweet spot. What did win us over was the Mango Matcha—a perfect balance of fruity and earthy. Highly recommend trying this one, especially if you want something refreshing with a twist.

One cool thing about Monster Kakigori? You can choose how strong your matcha flavour is in your drinks. Whether you're new to matcha or a long-time fan, it's nice to customize your cup just the way you like it.

Matcha Dessert

But the star of the show? The Matcha Shaved Ice. It’s soft, fluffy, lightly sweet, and packed with green tea goodness—an absolute treat. Plus, it’s massive—definitely big enough to share between two people. Great for summer, or really, any time you want something a little out of the ordinary.

The Best Matcha in Calgary – Monster Kakigori

So if you're in the mood for a creative, refreshing dessert and don't mind a little wait, Monster Kakigori is worth checking out. Just maybe go during non-peak hours if you want to snag a seat!

📍 Monster Kakigori

328 Centre St S #139, Calgary, AB

Try: Mango Matcha, Custom-Strength Matcha Drinks, & Shaved Ice

Let us know if you have any matcha recommendations!