50 Best Coffee Shops in Irvine

“Great drinks , friendly staff, wonderful vibe and super cute layout.“

“Cassel Earth Cafe? Lowkey obsessed. The vibes here are immaculate—cozy, aesthetic, and just the right amount of quiet. Perfect spot to get some work done, chill with a book, or catch up with friends. The coffee? Absolute fire. Super smooth, full of flavor, and made with care. If you’re into matcha, trust me, you won’t regret it. And the financier? Chef’s kiss. Also, major shoutout to the staff—so friendly and welcoming, which just adds to the whole experience. If you’re looking for a solid cafe to vibe at, this is the spot. Definitely coming back!“

“The regular 85 C was as good as always for our orders but the espresso with separate cup of ice was messed up The line was long for people to buy bakery so 3 orders of coffee took too long and when they had to fix our messed up order there was another wait We wouldn’t come back tomorrow since other coffee places nearby offered better and faster service with nicer environment and Wednesday discount on drinks“

“Excellent high quality coffee, one of a kind flavor, plus very speedy delivery.“

“Had a quick pho at Saiga during lunch and ended up sharing a table with a stranger, definitely a rushed experience as I had to move quickly for the next person’s turn. Personally, I don’t think I’ll be back, as the pho didn’t quite justify the price for me. That said, their business model is nice and efficient, catering well to the busy lunch crowd. A cool concept, but not my go-to for pho in OC.“

“Kit Coffee is an absolute gem and my go-to first stop whenever I come into Irvine. The moment I walk in, I’m reminded why I keep coming back — their coffee is simply outstanding.

Beyond the amazing coffee, their food selection is fun, fresh, thoughtful, and perfect whether you’re grabbing a quick bite or enjoying a light meal. I’ve learned to order ahead online, which makes pickup super convenient, especially during the morning rush. But honestly, even if I had to wait, it would be worth every minute.

The atmosphere is welcoming, and the team is always friendly and efficient. Kit Coffee is more than just a coffee shop — it’s an experience I look forward to every time I’m in town.

Highly recommended!“

“the black sesame mochidonut i got was cute and delicious, and the staff were all super nice! the sanitary conditions seem great, and i’ll definitely come back again sometime in the future. i’ll try a different flavor next time to see how it differs!“

“The iced chai, churro latte (hot or cold) and their bagels are to die for. I live out of state but cannot wait to go back when I’m in So Cal! Employees are so nice too - seems as though they are very happy working there:)“

“Huge thank you to Wall Writers in Irvine! I showed up about 10 minutes after they closed, and they still kindly took my order because they understood I had driven there and took the time to stop by. I really appreciated their kindness and amazing customer service — it truly made my day. Btw their coffees are amazing, and the place is very cute. A must try!“

“This is one of my favorite bakeries!
The best part is that they offer not only pastries but also savory options like sandwiches and non-sweet baked goods.

You can always grab a slice or even a whole cake here, and they even sell birthday candles, which is a nice touch.

The only downside is that the sign at this location isn’t lit, so at first glance, it might seem like it’s closed.“

“I recently signed up for a coffee subscription with BHB Coffee, and I couldn’t be happier!

Their beans are top-notch, and they grind them perfectly for my Aeropress—makes every cup a dream.

Huge shoutout to their manager, El, for being super helpful, and to Aditi at the Alton Park location—she’s so polite and sincere, it’s always a pleasure interacting with her.

Amazing coffee and stellar customer service. Big fan here 👏“

“Beautiful cafe to work at:)“

“Omomo Matcha Taste so good“

“First time visiting this small community coffee shop after Suda closed at the same location. While many people were inside, it never felt too crowded. Sitting areas were divided, it was easy to order from the counter. The taste of coffee and drink were OK, nothing special or outstanding compared to other small, specialized coffee shops in OC. Staffs and cashier were friendly, I will probably visit this place again when driving by Northwood Irvine area.“

“This Capital One Cafe is conveniently located in the Spectrum Mall. It offers a nice hangout spot and as thus is somewhat more crowded than the regular Capital One Cafes. I got a Matcha Latte. It was decent, somewhat milkier than it strong.“

“Regardless of how many new boba places will open up, TP Tea will always have a soft spot in my heart. My first TP Tea experience happened at their Cupertino storefront and I remember how crazy and wild the line was for that grand opening. It’s crazy to think there’s over 5 locations for the Bay Area now. Woohoo!! Now, onto the drinks! I am a HUUUUGE fan of their wintermelon Tieguanyin tea. I know, it’s a simple drink that’s really hard to mess up, but for some reason, the way it’s brewed at TP Tea reigns supreme in my eyes. I also like the touch of Tieguanyin tea. Fun fact: I never knew or heard of Tieguanyin until coming across TP Tea! If you like a blend of aromatic tea notes with a hint of sweetness from wintermelon, I cannot recommend this drink enough. However, if you’re in the mood for a milk tea, I highly recommend the strawberry milk tea! It has a nice blend of milk and fragrant tea, with the acidity and sweetness of REAL strawberries. And if you really wanted to make any drink a winner, you’re going to want to add QQ noodles in your drink! I don’t know what makes it so good, but it’s definitely chewy and fun to have in your drink. I also find it a unique boba topping compared to the other boba shops in town. Got myself a wintermelon Tieguanyin tea and Sunshine ice tea for my BOGO drink! #TPTeaBayArea #TPTEA“

“I would recommend Sea Salt + Basil to anyone I know. The staff is always kind and accommodating, but even more, the owner Ed is one of the most thoughtful and passionate workers I've encountered. Above all, the food is DELICIOUS. I recently just tried the tocino chicken avocado sandwich and it was to die for! The vegetables are always fresh and flavorful while the chicken is always tender and juicy. I highly recommend eating here or even just grabbing something from the refrigerator section while you enjoy the spacious, calm ambiance inside.“

“Amazing little coffee hut with a long line that moves quick! Will be stopping here again!“

“Delicious 😋 Matcha latte Boba! Everything is made fresh and they even have appetizers.“

“This shop has teas, little bites and ice cream. Came for the bobo tea and ordered a guava match latte. They use real milk here, but have non dairy option. The matcha guava was a nice blend and with boba hit the spot. I ordered it with 0 sugar and for me it was sweet enough already.
I need to come back and try the ice cream one day.“

“Craving for some good coffee? And, fresh? Your barista will brew the kind of coffee you like if they don’t have it ready. Irresistible smell of artfully roasted coffee at Peet’s always attracts me from a mile away. Definitely visit your Peet’s store here.“

“Nothing could go wrong with the ice cream here! I have not tried any of the shakes but the ice cream at Honeymee specifically is something that I will crave once in a while. The parking is in a plaza so there’s plenty. 10/10!! I recommend the brown sugar boba or the classic honeymee ice cream.“

“I love this great cafe and hang out spot. I came for breakfast and worked for a while using the free wifi. The coffee was great (horchata latte was amazing). The breakfast burrito was big sized. I probably could have split it with my girlfriend and been satisfied. The service was superb. The barista immediately helped me reprint my receipt, even remembering my order by memory. The gentleman changed my cash with his own money so that I could tip (he didn't know why). The vibes here are really chill with a great outdoor space also.“

“Shout to Duke and his amazing team: Marcus, Jen, Maddy, Bailey, Lampson, and Stanley! I appreciate ya'll supporting my refueling during my time at UCI! Keep up the amazing work! The team is efficient, hardworking, professional, kind, and welcoming!“

“One of the best choco chip cookies in OC - close to Levain style cookies. Paderia's choco chip is quite hefty, decadent and sweet, so it's perf for sharing or for 1-2 bites at a time! I prefer the one w/ walnuts. Other desserts are delish too, esp hte blueberry lemon cheesecake.. or the horchata drink!“

“This girl name named Haley is a real one, she is talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before. She was so nice when we came in and she had this charismatic personality, she was patient and truly I had nothing bad to say. This Girl deserves a raise ngl. 10/10 would come again.“

“Love Peets much more than Starbucks“

“Yummy ! Every time we’ve been there it’s been really great. Good sandwiches and yummy. Coffee drinks“

“Very Good Donuts!! Fresh Made“

“Came to spend some time doing work and it's a great option.

The service is so so friendly. Really only ordered an iced tea but even this was tastier than normal versions (Hawaiin black tea?). There are a ton of seating options, especially for someone like me who was looking to spend some time and found a booth with a plug (there are plugs everywhere).

The location is what I think really sells it. It's located in such an adorable plaza that affords itself so many options for studying. Parking is super easy.

One thing I'll say is that the WiFi didn't work the best.“

“One of our favorite spots for boba - simply because of the Honeydew option. So good and very few places have it currently and this is our now go to spot each time! Great flavor and price for a good amount! The chicken has great flavor and definitely recommend adding some heat to it! Thank you - please keep honeydew!“

“The cookies are so fabulous! Everyone that works there remembers me and they always greet me with a smile and a warm hello.“

“best maple bars anywhere! try the one with bacon😋“

“Pretty cool place but it’s pretty noisy .. the offices are great but walls are made from tissue paper .. common area is spot on but you need to be early for a good spot .. ample free parking spaces .. bikes for short commutes to your favorite restaurants .. great place for studying or intensive reading with your headphones of course“

“My weekday morning hang out for the past 10 years before going to work.“

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“Hello Starbucks team how are you doing hope good. I would like to say that I’m A regular I walk everyday. And I come to this location I sit have my coffee until yesterday someone from your team that works there said something to me. She came at me in a rude way. I’m Sorry if she doesn’t like the way I act move my face or my moves. Well I’m dealing with health issues. I don’t know what her problems is. I’m An autism man I can’t control what I do. That’s 1. 2. She lied to Starbucks telling them that I go out and I follow her. I don’t follow nobody. I’m sorry if she doesn’t like how I move fast to go out. I’m Not going out for her. I go out for my buisness because I’m Working I look at everybody working and I stretch my neck because it hurts. I watch your team working as I work.“

“I want to give major props to this starbucks and all it's members! Rob, Your and all the staff had the greatest vibe! My home starbucks is in HB and as much as I love them if I lived closer this would be my home starbies! They have the best attitude and are great!“

“Sen Tea House is a cozy tea shop in the Los Olivos Marketplace | Irvine Spectrum . It’s perfect for hanging out with friends or a coffee date. From freshly brewed tea and premium ingredients, you’ll enjoy the best-tasting teas, fruit teas, lattes and smoothies!! They have a wide array of flavors and choices!!

They have the cutest Artisan Christmas Iced Cookies that are individually wrapped. Get a box of 5 of your choice for $23.

Indoor and outdoor seating available. Parking can be difficult during peak hours.

Wonderful customer service from Suzy!“

“Awesome service! Great desserts. Shout out to the guy taking orders. Very patient and kind. Gave my son milk to wash down his desserts. Yum yum“

“It’s really relaxing 😌 and enjoy my coffee ☕️ that Starbucks and also very good service 🙏🙏❤️“

“Janice, the owner, is AMAZING!!!!!! Drinks, bowls, and grab and go options are DELICIOUS. 5 stars, all the way 👍🏻🥰🫶🏻💖💖💖💖💖☕️🫖🍵“

“Great group of barristas. Take excellent care of their customers.“

“Awesome coffee and food. I come here often!“

“Ordered a standard milk tea with %50 sugar. The boba balls are cooked well, if a little firm. However the milk tea itself is watered down.

Edit: I just found out the milk tea is nondairy, so actually it tastes pretty good for not having milk“

“Love this place! After a little my absence from the Spectrum, I came back to this place and as soon as I asked if they had a certain syrup available, the girl automatically knew I would ask for an Italian soda. As someone who works in customer service myself, it shows customers appreciation when you know your customers like this!“

“(Translated by Google) Excellent to spend your nights Thursday and Friday with charcoal preparation of food in the open air, music and very good wine(Original)Excelente para pasar tus noches jueves y viernes con preparación al carbón de comida al aire libre, música y muy buen vino“

“Nice baristas, it’s our go to stop on the way to San Diego. Get the Cronuts next door!“

“Annie's Table is a cute little restaurant tucked away in this plaza next to Blizzard. With pre-made Korean sides and packed foods you can take to go or heat up, they offer fast lunch options in a clean, cafe-styled place.

While the place is tailored to the business lunch crowd (they're closed by 6pm and grab and go oriented), but they do serve fresh, made by the order meals and drinks.

I didn't get to try a drink this time, but they looked colorful and delicious. For lunch, I tried a classic - bibimbap. And every vegetable was cooked and seasoned perfectly and the meat was pleasantly sweet and savory but not too sweet like some bulgogi in bibimbap. Um... I accidentally ate the whole bowl by myself so I think that speaks for itself! The staff was so friendly and looked so happy to see me devour my bowl.

I also ordered a few items to go and ate them heated up at home the next day. There are SO many options! Between items like pickled lotus root and even chicken congee, I was tempted to get so many things but landed on mapo tofu, spicy eggplant, and kimchi pajeon.

The mapo tofu was on the sweeter side but very flavorful and a nice change of pace from the numbing spice versions I've had lately. The eggplant was so tender, delicate and bursting with bold flavor. And the pajeon was a nice tasty treat when air fried.

I would definitely be back to try more of Annie's food. For those stopping in for lunch during their work day, I recommend ordering ahead and enjoying their freshly made Korean comfort foods. Enjoy the cozy vibes!“