Café Irvine

The entrance of this café is a bit tricky to find, so I’ve decided to share a photo to help others find it. The food and drinks here are both healthy and delicious, and the owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming. We absolutely love the atmosphere and the lifestyle vibes of this place. Wishing them all the best and continued success!

Their pesto chicken sandwich is the best I’ve ever had! A must try. I loved their chicken soup too, flavorful with fresh ingredients. Will definitely try again!

I had to write a review because Café Irvine absolutely exceeded my expectations. I ordered the breakfast burrito with bacon, and it was huge — packed, flavorful, and they give both green and red salsa, which I appreciate since I always run out elsewhere. The portion was so generous I only ate half and saved the rest. I also got the iced Spanish latte, and it was perfect: strong coffee flavor, not overly sweet, with a subtle cinnamon finish. Easily one of my new favorite coffee spots in the area. The café offers healthier options, and the entire deli is kosher and halal, which is impressive for a place this size. The menu rotates every few months, so there’s always something new to try. Location-wise, it’s inside the 19000 MacArthur “pancake” building with free parking validation, which is a huge perk in this area. UCI students and building employees get 20% off. What really makes it special is how passionate the owner is — not from the restaurant industry originally, but genuinely invested in serving good, wholesome food. Minority-owned, community-oriented, and it shows. Whether you’re working nearby, staying in a hotel close by, or just passing through the Irvine/Newport area, this spot is absolutely worth checking out. I’ll definitely be back — and I’ll be using them for catering soon too.

The food here is top notch. Even in the grab and go selections, you see the attention to detail and effort put into the food. It tastes amazing and I am excited to see Chef Alex grow the cafe!

I was walking out of my office when I noticed this new café with people inside. Curiosity got the best of me, so I decided to check it out, and I can already tell I’m incredibly lucky they’re right outside my office. The owner and chef were super welcoming and offered me some samples, genuinely interested in my feedback. I tried their Waldorf salad and it’s safe to say it’s my new favorite, everything was so fresh and delicious. They haven’t officially opened their doors yet, and I honestly can’t wait for them to do so I can come back and try everything else on their menu. This is definitely going to be my new place!