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    Matcha Ren

    3.3 (275 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Menu may 2026
    Anh D.

    Originally my party and I went as they sent us a coupon to redeem. However, upon trying to type it in, it didn't work. And in asking a staff member, he explained that they've been trying to tell the company to stop sending out discounts as the store doesn't accept any. So that was a little disappointing. We just order a regular matcha ice cream and we felt that it was a little stronger in matcha in the past - not sure if recipe changed.

    Kimquyen L.

    Soft Noodles on top was a bit too sweet but I did like the matcha soft serve very creamy & intense matcha taste. Service was quick especially on a weekend it was packed on this food court. Be sure to keep an eye out on the table where they put the orders that are done, they come out fast.

    Paul A.

    I tried mochi , matcha shake, and Mont Blanc soft serve. I like both matcha cream mochi and matcha ice cream mochi. For the reason that match flavor was strong there. For the shake and Mont Blanc. They are also good, but could be better. Matcha flavor was not that strong.

    Amy L.

    I love matcha soft serves and was excited that this was near where I was hanging out. However, the soft serve was disappointing as it did not have too strong of a matcha taste and the soft serve texture was not what I normally expect. It was about $7 or so for the soft serve. I came at the tail end of the night so maybe that was a factor. Don't think I would be coming back though.

    mochi matcha  ice cream
    Jasmine H.

    I got the mochi ice cream and while the mochi was delicious, the quality of the matcha ice cream inside was pretty average. I did also get a strawberry matcha daifuku, which was enjoyable! The worker was very friendly. The place itself is in the Mitsuwa food court, so it's quite busy (depending on the time). I would need to come back to try more of the menu, which I am happy to do in the future.

    Matcha Mont Blanc Soft Serve
    Emily A.

    We came to Matcha Ren after having dinner nearby in Costa Mesa. Matcha Ren is located inside Mitsuwa Marketplace's food court. I was skeptical to try it at first since the rating was not high, definitely trust the reviews. As a matcha connoisseur, I thought that Matcha Ren fell short of my expectations. -- Matcha Mont Blanc Soft Serve [3/5]: The matcha taste was not strong enough and too milky for our liking. We shared the matcha mont blanc soft serve, but we ended up not finishing it. Having tried many other matcha soft serve places, Matcha Ren was not worth the price.

    Monica V.

    This spot has the best matcha and mochi I've had since Japan -- no exaggeration. The mochi is unbelievably soft, light, and just melts perfectly with every bite. And the matcha!!! So good. It's rich, earthy, and actually tastes authentic, the kind that immediately transports you back to a quiet café in Kyoto. Their mochi ice cream is a must, their matcha green tea is flawless, and the Mont Blanc ice cream is straight-up dreamy. Honestly, everything I've tried from here has been top-notch, delicious, amazing, and just superb all around. If you're craving a little taste of Japan, this is the place to go. Highly recommend!

    Hojicha soft serve
    Catherine T.

    This is a dessert spot in Mitsuwa with various dessert options. I tried the hojicha soft serve and it was just ok. The hojicha flavor wasn't very strong which I was a bit disappointed about. The hokkaido soft serve also wasn't as creamy as I anticipated -- it had an icy feel more than a milky feel.

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    Grace H.

    I went here today and saw the poster of the Sakura stuff. I decided to buy the Sakura and the flower on top almost tastes like medicine. But the strawberry and red bean were delicious. I love all things matcha, but I don't like how this place makes you pay by card or tap-to-pay if you're using a phone. Please try out this place when you're in Costa Mesa.

    Very, very little sesame coating (NOT ground paste) on my soft serve that barely has the taste or texture of sesame.
    Jenny C.

    I really wanted to like Matcha Ren (located near the entrance of Mitsuwa Marketplace's food court), but the experience was disappointing overall -- especially given the high prices. I should had "consulted" with recent Yelp reviews so I could lower my expectations. :((( First off, the ordering process felt impersonal. There were staff available (not busy with other orders), yet I still had to use a self-serve kiosk since I had a question if there's a cone upgrade. When there's no crowd why not just take the order directly? I ordered the Hokkaido milk sesame soft serve, and it fell short. It wasn't creamy at all, and they were very stingy with the black sesame topping (see photo). The sesame was more of artificial dip-coating NOT grounded paste. The coating only covers the top with nothing at the bottom so the remaining portion was literally vanilla. For $7, the portion was small and definitely not worth the price. The one saving grace was the friendly server who handed me the drink -- they were kind and polite. But unfortunately, good service alone couldn't make up for the underwhelming soft serve and overpriced for small portions. I very rarely regret trying desserts so this is the first. Probably not worth coming back.

    Matcha ice-cream on a cone
    Denise J.

    After shopping at Mistuwa Marketplace I ordered me a Matcha Ice-cream on a cone $7.43. You place your order on their kiosk (card only). The Matcha Ice-cream was pretty tasty. You can definitely taste the matcha.

    Grace K.

    Not too good. Not too bad. The bean paste tasted too much like red bean and not enough matcha. I hope they add more matcha powder to it! The warabimochi was alright as well.

    Liliana C.

    Located inside the mitsuwa market, Matcha Ren is poppin!! I went for the sole reason of trying out the very instagram worthy matcha noodles which are actually made out of red beans! Soft serve was amazing too, with full matcha flavor. Even my not-so-matcha-fan bf was turned into a matcha fiend after trying this! Definitely recommend.

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    4.0
    (1.4k reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Tiramisu The…read moretiramisu had more defined layers, with the ladyfingers being more coffee filled compared to its competitors. The cream has actual flavor and is very sweet, it mixed with the strength of the ladyfingers giving it a perfect balance of flavors and for me is the pinnacle of tiramisu. The ladyfingers at the bottom have a very moist texture which is preferable personally when eating tiramisu. There is a fine chocolate syrup drizzled on top for presentation but honestly it adds just hint of sweetness that works heavenly. 9.5/10 Only $8

    visited on | thursday @ 11 AM…read more food: - we ordered the steak and eggs sandwich & the eggs benedict waffle for to go! the steak & eggs sandwich was okay. although we were asked for our preferred steak doneness, it arrived cooked all the way through. the eggs benedict Waffle was enjoyable overall, but the combination of the eggs and prosciutto made the dish noticeably salty. service: - it was quite busy for a weekday morning, and the staff appeared to be handling a rush. unfortunately, we were informed that iced drinks and iced coffees were unavailable during our visit. our to go order took about 30-45 minutes to prepare. while waiting, we noticed other tables experiencing delays as well, along with minor issues such as missing silverware and incorrectly prepared entrees. cleanliness: - despite the rush, the staff did their best to clear plates and wipe down tables as quickly as possible. overall notes 彡 overall, this is a very small restaurant that seems to struggle with time management during busy periods, which aligns with some of the other reviews i've read. the indoor dining area can also become quite warm due to the open kitchen layout. while there were some positives, the operational challenges impacted our experience.

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    Orange Paris Cafe

    Orange Paris Cafe

    4.7
    (179 reviews)
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    This hidden gem is in a little strip shopping center, across Bristol Street from the Ayers Hotel,…read moretucked between a gas station and a dry cleaners and a nail salon. Anyway, it was worth seeking out. Our party of 5 swamped the poor guy working there. We ordered a lot of food, like a double brunch, because we were hitting the road for a long drive back to Northern California. So this one French guy (Yes, he really is French. He moved to Orange County from Paris, hence the name.) This French guy had to make us a couple of sandwiches, an omlette, and about 7 crepes. I felt sorry for him when I found out he was making the crepes one at a time and bringing them out as soon as each one was ready. I think he said his help has Mondays off. These crepes are like the best ever. We didn't want to tell him to stop because every one he brought out was absolutely fabulous. I'm pretty sure it was 7 crepes because we started with 4, and then my daughters and niece asked him to make 3 more. It was a good thing we weren't rushed for time. This is one spot we will definitely return to. We also learned that he is available and does crepes for corporate events. He brings his equipment and sets up in whatever location you want. That would make for a fun company event.

    Tried to go there today and a coffee shop is at the Bristol locatioin. I looked on the website and…read moresaw another address at Clinton and drove there. There is a taco shop there. No one answered the phone when I called at 1 pm. I dont think this place exists anymore despite their website and they show up on door dash

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    Inside preparation area
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    The Feteer Guy

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    4.9
    (302 reviews)
    6.0 mi

    Call it an Egyptian crepe or an Egyptian pizza, it's delicious regardless. I love that they are…read moreopen late! First off, I had absolutely no idea what Feteers were, but it definitely piqued my interest. I had the beef Sojuk Kiri. Wow was it delicious. The crust is crispy and had a nice crunch to it. Combine that with the beef and pickled veggies and you have shortcut to flavor town. The employee was also very nice and offered me a drink while I waited. Awesome service and amazing food guarantees that I'll come back again. They also have vegetarian options as well!

    Oh my gosh! This place is amazing!…read more I came across this place on a random Yelp search while in the area, and man am I thankful that it did! This place doesn't have 4.9 stars @ ~300 reviews for no reason, trust me, they've earned it! :) I've had Egyptian cuisine before, but I've not had feteer until this evening. Calling it an Egyptian pizza is the easiest way to describe it, but I don't feel that does it proper justice. The various cheeses make for a complex flavor that matches well with the meat and creates a wonderful consistency with the double sided dough. It may appear small in size, but it's so full of cheesy, meaty, veggie, doughy goodness that one of these can easily feed two hungry adults no problem. On the owners recommendation we ordered a Halal Beef Soujok Kiri, and my son wanted to try the Beef Shawarma. He offered to add spice, so I had him add a bit to the Soujok and it really added as wonderful depth of flavor to the mix. Both were incredibly tasty though, and my family loved them! I also ordered a mixed "sweet pie" that had a row of Nutella, Lotus (Biscoff Cookie), and Sugar and Milk mix which allowed us to try all three flavors. My fam really loved the Nutella, but I enjoyed the Lotus more overall. Regardless, be sure to make room for dessert when you come here, because it's delicious! We also got a side of the spicy vegetables, which was a bit much for the kids, but my wife and I really enjoyed it. The owner also threw in a few Egyptian sodas - my kids loved the Orange flavored ones, but I recommend the Apple flavor as it's malted, which really gives it a unique flavor! :) The service was amazing! It was the owner holding the place down when we got there, but he was friendly, patient, and more than happy to explain everything and guide us to something that everyone was sure to enjoy! The ambiance is that of a small, family owned eatery. Some seating in the front with some music playing, and a small window into the back where you can see the magic happening as he whips up his wonderful creations! This place is top-shelf for sure! Even if you've never experienced Egyptian food before, I assure you this is one of the better ways to try it! The prices are reasonable, the owner is a great guy, and the food is amazing! I promise you won't be let down! We'll most certainly be returning, and I hope to see you there! :)

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    Counter where you order
    Complimentary pickled veggies
    Complimentary pickled veggies
    Halah Beef Soujok Kiri  (has lamb incorporated)

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    Gina’s Crepes & Waffles

    Gina’s Crepes & Waffles

    4.7
    (43 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    I've been a loyal customer of Gina's since the COVID days when they were just a small neighborhood…read morestand across from the Santa Ana Superior Court. I followed them through all the street night markets until they opened up their store in 4th street market. The new shop is located in almost like a food court towards the back left corner. While the market itself doesn't really have the best aesthetic or ambiance, they have enough seating to fit large crowds. My go-to order is the cheesecake crepe with strawberries and blueberries. No other place does it like they do because they use actual slices of real cheesecake inside instead of just a cream cheese/cheesecake spread. As long as they keep that the same, I'll be a customer for life. My only 'complaint' (or more so just a wish) is that I really miss the late-night street stand days. Now that they've focused on the 4th St Market shop, the hours are a bit shorter, which makes it harder to stop by after work. I feel like late night is when the cravings hit. I'd love to see those late-night hours come back, but either way, the place is still 10/10. I haven't tried other of their new or updated menu items but I'm sure they're all great.

    Came in here at 4th street market after a quick bite we decided to have some dessert. And Stopped…read morehere at Gina's, we had a fettuccine crepe mmmmm so good. Service was great!!

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    Nutella Strawberry Crepe and cocktails from Recess
    Nutella Strawberry Crepe and cocktails from Recess
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