Kike Café in Costa Mesa is hands down my second favorite matcha spot--and that says a lot because good matcha is hard to find outside of Los Angeles. The matcha here is legit. The space itself is great: spacious, super aesthetic, and clearly loved by locals. I was actually recommended this place by regulars who go there all the time, and now I totally get why. I'm officially becoming one too--especially since it's walking distance from where I usually hang out. Dangerous in the best way. The staff is on point: polite, well-groomed, welcoming, and efficient. Service was smooth from start to finish. You can tell they care about what they're doing. They offer a solid variety of drinks, but let's be real--I came for the matcha, and it did not disappoint. I got the strawberry matcha with oat milk, and it was amazing. Easily my new favorite order. Safe to say I'll be back... probably every other day now. read more

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I tried the salted maple latte with coconut cream which was definitely a nice treat. I appreciated how quick my drink was made and how chill the staff was. The aesthetic inside is definitely cute and there's a nice seating area outside. They do validate for 90minutes which is convenient. I will definitely return and try something different. read more

KIT Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Located in the middle of business area. Paid parking in the structure yet they do validate for 90min with purchase. Beautiful aesthetic inside, good variety menu. Was looking forward to try their matcha here but I say it's mid.. very watered down and even on my pic, doesn't have a a strong vibrant matcha flavor.. somewhat disappointing for $7.5.. the staff was also not very helpful and somewhat had an attitude..not sure if it was just not a good day for her Overall good option if you work in the area but I wouldn't go make an effort to come.. read more

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I'm happy to say I've come back! I forgot to update but I've become a fan of their strawberry matcha, chai, and their burritos. Their strawberry matcha isn't strong in matcha but it has a fresh strawberry taste. They do prebatch their matcha if you cared or not. Service is as kind as ever! And I still enjoy coming by periodically. They validate parking as well c: ! Thank youuu read more

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Kit Coffee sits in a business district and has a clean, modern vibe, with a great view and plenty of outdoor seating to relax. I usually go for the matcha latte with vanilla syrup and oat milk. The matcha is not the boldest or highest quality, but it still is present enough to make the drink light and refreshing. Service is nice, the staff are consistently friendly and quick with orders, which makes the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. read more

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I visited KIT Coffee for the first time recently and really enjoyed it! I ordered their strawberry matcha and my boyfriend ordered the salted maple matcha latte on their seasonal menu and both were delicious, it was the best strawberry matcha I've had in a long time! The strawberry flavor wasn't artificial or overpowering. The shop itself is really cute, but the area is a business center and parking can be difficult. read more

KIT Coffee - Strawberry Matcha with Oatmilk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I was influenced on social media to try this place. I'm so glad I did. The breakfast burrito with bacon was amazing. I was a little thrown because it had cilantro rice inside but it turned out to be a great surprise. The vanilla latte was outstanding. I will definitely be back. read more

I played it safe and got a caramel latte with oat milk and it was amazing. It wasn't too sweet and just the right amount of coffee taste. I wouldn't suggest studying here since it's located in an office complex, but the interior is nicely decorated! I'll be coming back! read more

KIT Coffee - Caramel latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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I love coming here because it's convenient for me to walk to. They also seem to have seasonal speciality drinks which is nice. I tried the S'mores latte which was very good. I didn't think it was too sweet which was nice. Each time I've been here, the mornings are pretty busy with a crowd, likely because there's corporate buildings surrounding it so expect a small wait after ordering. read more

KIT Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I've been here twice. Both time there was a line but it was moving fast, I absolutely love the ambience and the outdoor seating area. I got lavender skies drink - hot- and it was yummy. The staff were also very friendly. Today I got the same drink, and accidentally spilled it outside. And when they found out they made me the same one complimentary - that's outstanding customer service. I highly recommend them and their service. read more

KIT Coffee - Lavender skies with a pretty view - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I enjoy going to the location at Newport but I wanted to come try the one at Irvine. My cousin and I went and she got the strawberry Wild Latte Iced and I got a Cold Brew! The coffee shop is located in a business center but they validate parking for 90min. You just have to make sure you park in the 1920-2010 parking structure. The inside is small but they have a lot of seating outside! read more

KIT Coffee - Strawberry Latte and Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Great study spot with several tables and interesting seasonal drinks. Parking wasn't hard to find. They don't have a restroom within the cafe itself but there is one around the corner which you just need to ask the code for. Tried the Boysenberry Matcha drink and enjoyed their housemade boysenberry cream. Arugula salad is a bit overpriced but it had a specific lemon pepper seasoning that made this addicting. read more

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Trying a new matcha place in Irvine called KIT Coffee. I believe this is an expansion from another location at Newport ... still trying to figure out the parking logistics st this location. It is a little bit inconvenient as there's No immediate parking since it's in an office building setting. Everywhere is a red zone, so please park in a garage and get validation. KIT Coffee have a matcha call it 'Thank You Berry Matcha,' (hahahah) and notice another twist where'Boysenberry Matcha" was also available. Mentally, I flipped a coin and decided on the berry decide for me (for today). I like it but should had ask for half sweet. The matcha is delicious and tastes strong which I like. For lunch, I tried the cinnamon brûlée toast.....again a tad too sweet but different so had to try it. Strangely, I was drawn to the utensils/napkins -station so cute setup that's like a kitchen counter. :))) read more

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I don't know what possessed me to order a strawberry matcha as someone who usually thinks they're too syrupy sweet but I actually really enjoyed theirs!! They had like 3 variations though so i liked the "triple double matcha" which I believe was seasonal? Not aptly named though because the name did not really indicate it was strawberry forward lol. It was well balanced though Also loved the breakfast burrito! The filling to tortilla ratio was perfect. The space was cute & small but a tad hard to find in the business center and parking was inconvenient (paid). read more

KIT Coffee - Breakfast Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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Tried the famous KIT strawberry matcha , ube matcha , s'mores cookie and brûlée toast. The strawberry matcha is super sweet, I asked for 1/2 and I feel like it was still sweet. The triple matcha or something it was good but again , sweet. The cream top (strawberry) is good. The ube drink is good. Taste like all the other ube drinks I've had. The s'mores cookie wasn't the greatest, it was hard and just tasted like an old chocolate chip cookie. The toast may have been the best part even though it was okay- . Service is good, and the space inside is limited but there's a lot of outside seating since it's in a company complex ? I'll go back and try it again but I think it's overhyped. And overpriced. read more

KIT Coffee - Strawberry Matcha, Ube Latte, Creme Brûlée toast, s'mores cookie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I wish I liked this place more than I did. I got an iced matcha latte with oat milk. By default, it comes unsweetened and they let you know that. It's a little pricey but expected for an Irvine coffee shop. First of all, I felt like they didn't actually put oat milk because it tasted and the heaviness of it felt, like whole milk. Second, the matcha flavor itself was not good. It was weak and even then, not a good flavor. I can't remember the last time I didn't finish a matcha but I threw about half of this one out because the flavor genuinely wasn't enjoyable and I thought it might be real milk. Enough to say, I most likely won't be back. read more

KIT Coffee - Iced matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

KIT coffee is by far my favorite coffee chain in the OC -- whether you like matcha, coffee, tea or even an avocado toast, this place has it all. My favorite drink is the Iced Strawberries Wild Latte. It's a seasonal drink priced at $7.50-8.50 (so going to be super sad when it leaves!), and the strawberry cream top is absolutely amazing. Their Purple Dream drink ($7.50) is also delish, and their matcha is nice too! The drinks may be pricey compared to other cafes, but the drinks are too good, so I'd say it's worth it. The service is great too -- the workers here are friendly from the time I went and you get your drinks pretty fast. The inside is also super cute with a decent amount of seating, and they have cute items you can buy. As for the location, it's a little odd since it's hidden in between some corporate buildings, but all you have to do is park in one of the structures and walk to the cafe. They also validate your parking (up to 90 mins I think) for you. They're also only open on the weekdays, but if you need KIT on the weekend, the Newport location is also there for you. :) read more

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My cousin was visiting and told me about KIT Coffee, so we decided to check it out -- and I'm so glad we did! The location is amazing. There's a beautiful water fountain right outside that adds such a calm, relaxing vibe. It's the perfect spot to hang out and enjoy some good coffee or tea. I ordered the horchata matcha and it was delicious. My cousin got a drink with strawberry foam -- and wow, that foam was so good! I'm officially a fan. It paired perfectly with the matcha FYI: they validate parking, which is always appreciated in this area. Overall, such a great spot to chill, chat, and sip something tasty. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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Kit Coffee is located in a business complex so you would need to parking the connecting garage. It was decently business which made sense as we went during lunch time. We got an oat milk matcha latte. To be honest, it tasted water down to us. It lacked matcha flavor and barely tasted the sweetener. I wouldn't get the matcha latte again, but I would give their coffee a try. Although our drinks weren't that good, the service was amazing! The guy who took our order was extremely nice and made good conversation with us! read more

KIT Coffee - Matcha Latte with Oat Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I was in the area and needed to pop into a cafe to do some work. I saw the great reviews for Kit so came here. It was a little hard to find but eventually got there. The line was really long but moved quickly. This place was aesthetic!! It was jam packed from all the folks that work in this business Plaza. It looked like full blown departments were taking their breaks all at the same time there. The place was noisier than other coffee shops because of the high traffic of people. I was able to nab a table by the window. I had a creme brulee latte with oat milk. It was rich and creamy just how I like it. Absolutely delicious. If you don't mind a busier coffee shop, you should definitely check this place out! read more

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Always amazing service, fun seasonal options that always taste amazing. I got the s'mores latte this time and I don't usually go for coffee drinks but this was amazing! It comes with a marshmallow foam top & graham cracker crumbles - I could've eaten a bowl of that stuff with a spoon. The cashier recommended trying the marshmallow foam top with a matcha latte so def will be back soon for that. It gets super busy at lunch time so I recommend ordering ahead if you can for food. read more

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Parking: Enter the parking structure (on Main Street) and follow signs for retail + restaurant. There are likely multiple entrances, but use the Main Street entrance to make sure it's the right one. Otherwise the parking validation may not be valid. Service: They rolled out the drinks and food very quickly considering how many people were ordering and lining up. It was extremely busy during lunch hours because of its proximity to office buildings. Pro tip: if you don't have time, order ahead of time online on their website. Ambiance: It was decorated so nicely and cute. They had some regular table seating and high top seating indoors. They also offer outdoor seating. Food: Thank you berry matcha latte (10/10)- matcha latte with strawberry milk (oat milk), the matcha was extremely creamy but the strawberry flavor shined through and complemented the matcha flavor so well. It wasn't earthy or grassy (maybe try somewhere else if you prefer grassier matcha). I also thought original was great but I liked it even more when I asked for less sweet! Triple Single Matcha Latte (9/10)- matcha latte topped with strawberry cream topping. Again, matcha was so creamy and flavorful. I do prefer the thank you berry matcha a bit more because I think the strawberry flavor shined through more. However, the cream top was still really great. TLDR: both strawberry matcha lattes were super good and if you're a strawberry matcha lover, get both to try both!! TikTok: oc.dearchels Follow me on tik tok for more food suggestions if you'd like! read more

KIT coffee in Irvine is located in a business complex where you would have to park in the "designated" garage to get parking validated. Unfortunately that's quite inconvenient, and probably the main reason that deters me from returning. Aside from that, KIT coffee is clean, beautifully designed and offers a very comfortable, relaxing atmosphere. I got the matcha latte which is pretty good. My friends and I each got a different avocado toast- garden, capers and spring. They were good and aesthetically plated. There are a variety of food items to choose from. Price is fair, service was friendly. read more

Bring back the Avocado Garden Toast! The pickled veggies are out of this world on top of the avocado and added egg!

KIT coffee is so cute. I really love the layout. It's elegant and thoughtfully designed, which feels different compared to the typical minimalist coffee shops. The overall vibe felt cozy and inviting, and the staff was friendly. But I do hate that it's located in the Irvine Business Complex. That's probably why I wouldn't come in the first place but hey, I didn't drive. Parking is in the structure, and it's tricky because it's hard to navigate through the offices to find the cafe. They do offer validation for 90 minutes. Inside, they also sell some cute merch, like mugs, cards, and candles. KIT offers a regular menu and a seasonal selection. The spring specials included the Creamsicle, Strawberries Wild Latte, and Triple Double Matcha. I ordered the hot matcha latte and asked for it unsweetened and with whole milk. It was smooth and leaned toward the bitter side, which I really liked. My siblings loved their drinks too. My brother got the Lavender Fields (matcha with blueberry lavender milk), and my sister had the Horchata Matcha, which had a bold cinnamon flavor. There aren't many seats inside since the space is small, but the outdoor area is beautiful. It's serene and relaxing, with plenty of patio seating, including sofas, tables, and chaise loungers. The area overlooks a peaceful fountain, and the surrounding skyscrapers insulate you from the sun, keeping the space cool and comfortable. read more

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I love kit coffee! My team orders from here often and we all enjoy the drinks they have to offer. Place is cute and kind of small but there is plenty of seating outside. My favorite is the thank you berry matcha which is a strawberry matcha which is yummy with the right amount of matcha and sweetness. The arugula salad is also good and the banana bread. Also nice that you can order it before hand and pick it up! read more

Kit Coffee has my favorite strawberry matcha, it's very creamy and more strawberry flavored. When we visited today on a Friday it was very busy, I recommend placing an online order. They have a few seats inside and more outdoor seating. They have free 90 min validated parking. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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I ordered the matcha latte iced, and it was just okay. Tasted watered down without the matcha powder taste and with a hint of oatmilk. Cashier was very nice! The shop got very busy after 2pm. The coffee is in this business district area and so you have to pay to park, unless you work in the area. read more

This place is absolutely bustling around the time I went so I couldn't really get good photos of the inside. I have to say that the inside is very cute and chic though. If you want to sit inside though, do come early because there are limited tables and then a bench to sit on inside. I have to say that the staff were very nice and helpful. There aren't a whole lot of pastry/food options that I have seen there but there are a couple of interesting selections like a crème brûlée style pastry, a cookie, etc. The limited selection looks good though! The drinks are the main reason to come. :) I was debating on the triple berry matcha and the thank you berry matcha which is just essentially normal strawberry matcha. I decided to get the normal matcha and it was YUM! I downed that drink so fast and I wish I had more. I don't know if they do alternate milks since the original had oat milk in it, so you would have to ask. I'm not particularly picky with my milks and even opt for whole milk typically but the oat milk for the strawberry matcha worked well. Also, the seating outside is incredible so I do foresee myself coming back. One other thing-- make sure you get validation because the parking structure would be expensive without it! They also made my drink really fast for how busy it was so massive kudos to the staff there. I definitely want to come back. This place rocks. read more

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I've heard of KIT from lots of UCI students and so I wanted to give it a try. I exceeded all my expectations! The ambiance and vibes are so cute. The service is also so kind! You can tell that the staff definitely works hard to make connections and conversations with their customers. I got the Thank You Berry Matcha which was chefs kiss! I love sweet drinks and this was perfect. I just got into matcha so it wasn't too strong either which I liked It was the perfect sweetness for me! I also got the Cilantro Fried Rice which was so good! It had bacon in it and the rice had some crisp to it. You can get parking validated for 1 hr I believe! The shop is located in a business area so it's very quiet and nice! read more

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Picked up a breakfast burrito from this new location and it's safe to stay that the quality persists!! I do think the NB location is easier to access as far as parking goes, but otherwise this is a great addition to Irvine's coffee/breakfast scene! read more

1/3/2025 LAVENDER FIELDS (Matcha + Blueberry Lavender Milk) This was recommended by the barista. I asked for whole milk, instead of my usual almond milk. Overall, it tasted refreshing, it would be great on a hot day. Lavender-forward flavor with the matcha quietly sitting in the background. It was slightly on the sweeter side, but I think it needed the added sweetness to balance the lavender and matcha marriage. A little bit of sugar goes a long way. CAPPUCCINO Got excited to try their Coava Coffee here, but I was disappointed. It was a dark roast that did not appeal to my tastes. It was dark with no personality. I've decided that instead of dumping the whole thing, I poured it into my lavender-forward Lavender Fields and I barely noticed it! That's how strong the iced matcha-lavender was! CUSTOMER SERVICE Typical barista-customer service. Everyone did the minimal. It was okay. SEATS Small indoor space with very few tables and bench seats, but there are large outdoor tables and sofas which is a much better option. PARKING / ASK FOR PARKING VALIDATION No street parking, unless you want to walk a whole block or two, as this whole area is office space and have a parking garage only. KIT Coffee does give 90 minute parking validation, so please ask for it before you leave. Based on the drinks I've had, not sure I would return. Nothing stood out. read more

KIT Coffee - LAVENDER FIELDS (Matcha + Blueberry Lavender Milk) - Refreshing lavender-forward drink. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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I was really hoping this shop would have parking since I know many coffee shops in Irvine are in corporate buildings that require you to pay for parking. Unfortunately this was one of those locations, which is one reason I don't see myself coming back. I can definitely see this being a great spot for people who work there and want a quick coffee break though. The coffee shop itself had a really nice earthy vibe to it with lots of merch and plants as decor. I also liked the one bench inside where you could wait for your drink, and there's lots of seating outdoor too. Unfortunately we went when it was raining so there wasn't really a place for us to study. I ordered an iced matcha latte and it was alright. Not the greatest I've ever had, as the flavors are quite harsh and the drink pretty bitter as well. read more

KIT Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Love it! Super fun coffee menu with lots of interesting flavor combos. The drinks are on the sweeter side, so beware if you order a fun flavor. There are also a good amount of food options (the cilantro fried rice is especially good). I got the soft scramble toast (simple but good) and strawberry wild coffee (loved the freeze dried strawberries, but wish the coffee flavor had been a bit stronger). There is lots of nice seating outside and they validate parking. The service was also fast and they brought the food out to the table. Overall, it is pricey but would come back! read more

KIT Coffee - Soft scramble toast and strawberry wild latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Pretty solid spot overall. The coffee was good, and the service was excellent..super friendly and welcoming. They have a nice amount of outdoor seating that makes it great for catching up with a friend. It's located in a business center, so the vibe is a little more corporate than cozy, but still pleasant. Bathrooms are in the building next door, which is a bit of a walk. Parking is close by the garage and $3 for every 15 minutes, which adds up quickly, but the drinks are priced reasonably compare to other places in the area. read more

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First time trying KIT! My friend brought the drink to me, so there's not much I can comment on about the interior or the service, however, I did love my drink! I'm a huge matcha fan and was not expecting a ton , I will say. However, their matcha strawberry blew me away! The color of the matcha was a very nice dark green. Upon first sip, there was an extremely tasty hint of strawberry paired with the creaminess, smooth matcha. The flavors came together so well and it's definitely one of the better strawberry matchas I've had. Matcha was not gritty whatsoever, you could taste the quality of the powder they use. I also really like that their strawberry jam is in the milk and not separate on its own at the bottom like most places. The strawberry was also not too overpowering or sweet, I found that the drink was the perfect sweetness for me. This was a nice subtle and well put together beverage. I would definitely come back here on my own and try out their other items! read more

KIT Coffee - Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

2/5 stars simply for not being open. The sign says 12/18 and 12/19 they are closed for staffing issues. I don't mind the closure but please update your sites then. This place is also located in a corporate area where to have to pay to park. The sign said 15mins is $1.50. read more

One of the best coffee spots around! I love their white mint matcha so much but I'm not sure if that one's seasonal. The ube is also good but I do wish it came with some sort of caffeine like espresso or matcha. Not much seating inside but the outdoor patio area is spacious and open read more

KIT Coffee - purple dream and white mint matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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KIT had been on my list for awhile and so glad I finally tried it! I went on a Friday during my lunch around 12:45 and there was a line but waited around 5 minutes. I got the thank you berry matcha and loved it, top matcha's I've had in OC. I would come back to try their coffees and food. There is little seating inside but plenty of seating outside. Also make sure to park behind KIT so you get parking validated! read more

KIT Coffee - Thank you berry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

KIT Coffee is an aesthetic and charming coffee shop with some uniquely crafted drinks. This spot is located in a more industrial and business like area. For parking, there is garage parking where you can get your parking validated for free after you make a purchase. Inside, they have a nice modern setup with a welcoming and warm ambiance. For seating, they have about 3-4 tables inside and about 7-8 tables for seating outside with a nice water fountain view. As for their menu, they have a great selection of different espresso, coffee, signature, seasonal, and organic tea drinks. In addition, they also have a selection of pastries and hot foods that you can get as well. Wifey and I pulled up for our matcha run today and got the Lavender Fields (Matcha + Blueberry Lavender Milk) and the Horchata Matcha. Both drinks had unique flavor profiles with the right amount of aromatics and sweetness. Overall, we enjoyed the vibes and the drinks they have here. All of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend getting your drink and grabbing a seat outside to enjoy the nice view. Put this spot up next on your list for your next coffee run! read more

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