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Café Irvine

4.8 (22 reviews)
Closed • 8:30 am - 2:30 pm

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Dogs allowed
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Alexander I.

The best breakfast spot in irvine by far The food is amazing, no shortcuts with the ingredients, everything is fresh and precisely sourced presentation is fabulous as you can tell by the picture. And the hospitality of the owner and his employees beyond all expectations. Everything from the music, the vibe, the coffee, is absolutely supreme. Great place to get work done as well the environment is extremely good for productivity. Only issue is that once you try it, you'll want to comeback everyday.

Phoebe C.

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.

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Binh T.

Nice little hidden gem near the airport. Great food and great service. I work in the building and would much rather get something made from scratch from a local business than go to one of the fast food chains nearby. You have to enter a parking garage to access it, but they validate parking.

Pesto panini

Got a cute yummy sandwich. Like this place! Customer service is. Love the breakfast sandwich too !

Bacon Egg and Cheese on sourdough w/ half green half red salsa

Team is always super friendly and their home made salsa is FIRE. Great place to grab a bite then run back up to the office!

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5 days ago

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! EVERYTHING SLAPS!!! I just tried the breakfast burrito, chicken pesto sammy, and matcha latte! Will be back soon!!

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10 months ago

Their Greek bowl is really good. The chicken is very tasty and the salad is very refreshing. It's a must try!

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11 months ago

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8 months ago

Great food, Great service, Great atmosphere. Food was made fresh and quick tasted great.

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10 months ago

1st time at Cafe Irvine i was very pleased with there food very clean and healthy .And the staff was very nice i highly recommend this place

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1 year ago

Freddie does great job at this place, the food and ambiance were great and Alex is an amazing chef. I'm hoping have a future event here.

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10 months ago

Love everything about this place. Food, ambiance, service. Definitely a new favorite for me.

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“The breakfast sandwich was well-crafted, and it came with a delicious sauce on the side!”

$12.90 Breakfast Sandwich

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Café Irvine - tradamerican - Updated October 2026

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