It must be dangerous to live so close to Mori's. Mori's is one of several businesses attached to an Irvine apartment. This spot had been on my radar for a while, but I never visited because I feared a complicated parking situation. At 2pm on a Wednesday, a 30-minute parking spot was very easy to snag. There's about 15 spots available for guests, but I could imagine they fills up fast in peak meal periods. While this place serves up a variety of caffeinated beverages, their speciality is definitely matcha. They serve iced matcha lattes in ways that I've never experienced before - I have to return to try the taroberry matcha! I ordered the double matcha at regular sweetness. This was a classic matcha with matcha cold foam on top. Superb. What really shocked me was their food. I don't typically go to a coffee shop expecting a meal, but I couldn't pass up the opportunity to try their Garlic Chicken bowl. This included grain rice, broccolini, bean sprouts, celery, and carrot salad. Topped off with thick slices of chicken breast and sesame aioli. If I could get the recipe for the sesame aioli, I'd be forever thankful. I'd love to see this concept branch into additional locations in Orange County! They're definitely going places. read more

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I had heard of this new restaurant serving marukyu koyamaen matcha and as a certified matcha girly I had to visit. It's a small store (more of a grab and go), but they had an extensive drink and food menu. I appreciated all the food options (def expensive but it's Irvine so can't judge ), and I got the soba. The food was fresh (I just poured a little too much of the sauce so the rest of my meal became super tangy but that's on me), and I got the extra rich matcha and it was justttt like I like it! If you do choose do to the extra rich, make sure to have a small amount for sweetness to balance out the bitterness. I think it's a great spot near UCI to grab a drink or bite! read more

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I only got drinks this time--went with the double matcha and the strawberry matcha. The double matcha was honestly really solid, definitely a 9/10 for me. It had that bold, earthy flavor that hits just right without being too bitter. You could tell they didn't skimp on the matcha, which I appreciate. But the strawberry matcha? That one completely blew me away. 10/10 without question. It was super refreshing and had the perfect balance of sweet and grassy. I'm pretty sure they used freeze-dried strawberries in it, and once it dissolved and blended with the matcha, it created this smooth, creamy texture with bursts of strawberry flavor. It didn't taste artificial at all--it actually felt super fresh and thoughtfully made. The ambiance of the place was really pretty--soft lighting, cute decor, and a calm vibe that makes you want to stay for a bit. It felt cozy but still modern. The service was great too. I wasn't sure what to get at first, but the barista was really friendly and helpful. They actually recommended both drinks, and I'm glad I took their advice because they were spot on. Overall, super impressed just from the drinks and the atmosphere alone. I'll definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu. read more

Mori’s - strawberry matcha and double matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Gave it another go & it was a lil better! We got the double matcha & taroberry matcha ~ both were just ok. Matcha's not very strong so you taste more of the other flavors if anything. I also recommend getting 100% sweet!! Their food is surprisingly pretty good & healthy tho. Loved their energy grain bowls for the chicken & beef options :-) Cute lil space to work/study on weekdays! read more

Mori’s - honey & spicy skinless chicken thigh energy bowl, cloudy matcha, iced matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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My friends and I decided to stop by mori's after hearing how good their matcha is. I would say if you enjoy the bitter taste of matcha, then this place is right for you. Instead of the creamy and sweet taste that some places focus on, they try to focus on that bitter element instead imo. My only complaint is that instead of using normal milk they use lactose free milk, so it definitely loses out some flavor for me. It's nice that they provide it but I wish it was there for a secondary option instead of the main option! The service was great, and have no complaints about it, and the area around Moro is very modern and sleek. It's located in an apartment area, so do watch for the parking as some of the structures are only meant for residents. read more

Mori’s - Cloudy matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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MOri's is on a roll with their quick and hearty bowls. Swung by around noon to grab their Honey and Spicy Chicken Thigh Bowl. The little shop was clean and bright, with many informational displays about the different types of drinks they offer. There's a self service utensils station on the left wall. Since I grew up eating brown rice and purple rice, it's a welcome sight to see it in more restaurants nowadays. The purple rice helps balance out the brown rice. The chicken thigh was nice and tender and fits perfectly well with the sesame aioli sauce. The roasted veggies were fragrant with a slightly toasted oil flavor that pairs well with rice. Hope to visit again and grab some drinks next time! read more

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the matcha here was really good. the best matcha ive had in irvine honestly. really strong, earthy, and not too sweet. a great balance of bitterness. so it disappoints me to give them 1 star. the reason for the low rated review lies in the customer service i received. it was unwelcoming and unprofessional. i walked into the store, smiled and said hi to the girl at the counter. she just stared at me and didnt say anything. no big deal, i didnt want to dwell on it so i looked at the menu and tried to figure out what to order. once i was ready, i told her my order. the only time she spoke to us was to ask how sweet we wanted the drink. all while not smiling. then after i paid, she just stood there and didnt give out the receipt and said thanks so i guess that was our cue to leave. by the way, the store was empty. we were the only ones ordering. afterwards, i heard the girl have a conversation with her coworker and that was the most talking ive heard from her. then the coworker called out an order number. we didnt get our receipt so we didnt know our number but could assume it was ours, since we were the only ones waiting for a drink. really unprofessional work though. if youre going to call out drinks by order number, give out the receipts as a mandatory rule. i hope businesses understand that customer service is really important in the food industry. making your customers feel welcome will make them want to come back. from my previous job in the food industry, we were taught to greet customers with a smile and treat them kindly! I hope the next time i visit, i can receive warmer service :) This review wasnt meant to be a complaint, but more so a teaching/learning moment read more

Mori’s - Iced Matcha Tea and Ceremonial Uji Matcha Latte (half sweet) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Gave Mori's a quick stop for their UJI matcha. It wasn't super strong, more on the watery side than smooth or bold, but it did the trick as a light pick me up. I'd give the matcha a 3/5. Didn't have time to try the food, but the menu looked solid. I'd probably go for one of their taro drinks or something else next time. Pro tip- Parking in front is tight since it shares the plaza, but there's free structure parking in the back which is clutch. Overall vibe was great. Even though the matcha wasn't my favorite, I'd come back. Giving the shop a solid 4/5, service was quick, great, and they have a lot of food selection as well. read more

Mori’s - UJI matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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First time trying Moris and I was excited to check it out. Unfortunately the lettuce in my bowl was slimy and clearly not fresh. For a place that markets itself around fresh ingredients, that was pretty disappointing. Hoping this was just an off day, but it definitely didn't leave a great first impression. Barf, $20 in the trash. read more

Mori’s - Nasty slimy lettuce - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

The drinks were a bit disappointing given how much hype this place gets on socials. Both the matcha and the hojicha were disappointing. The hojicha just tastes like banana milk and had an artificial flavor. The matcha was very average and not really sweet enough. I got the taroberry matcha and it didn't really taste like taro or strawberry read more

Mori’s - TaroBerry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Got a strawberry matcha with oat milk at the recommended 50% sweetness and it was goooood. Perfect sweet level that let the matcha shine thru but good strawberry sweetness and flavor. Their oat milk is very creamy, like airoma's if you like that. I would come back again! Limited seating inside, friendly staff! read more

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Cute lil matcha shop in small shopping plaza next to an apartment complex... but it's kind of hidden from the street so visibility isn't great. My drink was good... light and good texture due to the taro. I would overall give my experience a 3 though because the staff wasn't that friendly and we were standing there for a few minutes before any of them greeted us or even began to ask if we were ready to order. Enjoyed my drink, but probably won't be back for another visit. read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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Amazing place. Enjoyed their banana hojicha, and served high quality drinks. Highly recommend to anybody passing by Irvine.

My expectations for Mori's was not super high, but they exceeded my expectations for sure. This place needs more hype! We tried two drinks and I loved them both, loved the Creme Brûlée a little more though. I thought that the Matcha Latte wasn't very sweet so I asked for more. The drinks were very creamy and smooth. The place is very small and cute, a little indoor and outdoor seating. ig: @cravingswithcat read more

Mori’s - Menu 10/22/25 (ig: @cravingswithcat) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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I have been here once before, and it was great. I had no complaints. The drinks were good and the food was decent. But I just came right now, and it was absolutely not only disgusting, but the worker was literally laughing in my face when I was asking her questions and I was so disrespected. She wasn't even able to answer simple question as to what sweetener they use or what options they have she's just saying what percent sweet do you want and she was so rude. When I'm spending $8 on a drink I refuse to have an experience like this. I want my drink to taste good and my experience to be pleasant or just normal! I don't think that's asking for too much... read more

Mori’s - Guava matcha? Tastes like nothing lol - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Updating my review because I feel like it got even better! Definitely recommend the strawberry matcha and I like mine a bit sweeter so I went for 75%. I also love that they use lactose free milk for their lattes. read more

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My new favorite place the matcha and the food was delicious!!! The workers were very kind. The ambiance of the place was very nice and cozy. Definitely coming back to check out there other matchas!!! read more

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Taro matcha (left): Yummy! The taro was very fresh and creamy, which complimented the matcha well without overpowering it. It's a new flavor combination for me but I definitely didn't mind it. Rich Uji Matcha (right): I was very excited for this drink because I believe they use Marukyu Koyamaen, but this matcha was way too thick and bitter for my liking. I didn't mind the bitterness because they did warn me that their matcha is naturally less sweet than most places. After trying it at 50% (recommended), I did ask for 25% more sugar which they were very nice about. However, the matcha was still so thick that it almost felt powdery in my mouth, as if it hasn't been whisked fully yet. Overall, I still think Mori's is a great cafe with high quality matcha drinks, but depending on personal preferences this might not be the one for you if you don't like a thick/bitter matcha! read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

/)/) ( . .) ( づ really liked their matcha it was not too sweet at all (but I also chose the least amount of sugar percentage). We ordered the strawberry taro matcha and matcha with cloud foam on top. Solid matcha and like that their taros are made in house you can tell. Would def come again and try their other drinks! (Limited seatings inside but it was not packed when we went on a Tuesday 1pm ish.) read more

Mori’s - Strawberry taro matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Stopped by for a quick lunch + matcha around noon on a weekday and there wasn't necessarily a line, but definitely a steady stream of customers! ~the drinks~ - Taro match fresh milk ($6.75): This was my favorite drink from Mori's! I really loved that they added chunks of fresh taro inside the drink, and it doesn't have that purple, artificial flavorings, so the subtle flavors of the fresh taro pairs really well with the matcha! 50% sweetness was perfect for me! - Cloudy matcha ($6.75): also really enjoyed this one! The cheese foam on top was very creamy, but wasn't too overly sweet! I also got this one at 50% sweetness, and it was just right! - Cream brûlée matcha swirl ($6.95): this one was good, but not my favorite of the three drinks; The cream brulee inside the drink was really creamy and had almost a nice pudding flavor! The matcha part is blended, which the staff did say when we ordered it, but somehow, the blended matcha part was a little too icy? Maybe they needed to blend it more, but the ice was still pretty crunchy; good flavor, but didn't love the blended matcha part ~the food~ - Honey & spicy skinless chicken thigh grain bowl ($16.45): pretty good! I loved that the bowl had a lot of veggies underneath! The chicken itself was also pretty good! I think it could've used a bit more flavor, but added some sauce and it was just right! Nice balanced bowl for lunch! - Eel/Unagi grain bowl ($18.95) : The unagi was pretty good! It was very tender/soft and paired well with the rice/veggies as well! Portions were pretty reasonable considering the price of the bowl! ~overall~ I really loved their Taro Matcha drink, so I'll definitely be back to get it again! Not a whole lot of tables/seating inside, so probably not a great spot to study, but there are some seating options outside, so I still think it's a great spot to get nice casual lunch/matcha. read more

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The cafe was very ambient and Japanese style, overall a pleasant experience. 7/10 Food - It wasn't mind-blowing but definitely tasted than it looked. The menu leans toward interesting, refreshing, and wholesome options. Nothing too heavy or overly savory and everything on the menu felt like a solid, nutrient-packed choice. 8.5/10 Matcha - As expected, the matcha is the star here. I ordered the ultra rich option which lived up to its name, being very matcha-y with noticeably good ceremonial tea quality. The drinks do have that familiar blend of milk, sweetener, and water, but the matcha itself is clearly high grade, which makes a big difference. They also give you a little cup of extra sweetener if you ask, which is a nice touch for people who like it more on the sweeter side. There's a water pitcher infused with lemon or orange available, along with cups nearby. They also sell some surprisingly high-quality matcha accessories, including beautiful mixing bowls and stands. The glazed and matte options both looked great, and prices were around $45-50, which is pretty reasonable for the craftsmanship. Overall, it's a solid spot if you're into matcha or want a healthier cafe experience with some cool extras. read more

Mori’s - Garlic Chicken Breast Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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One of the best taro matcha drinks I've ever had! I arrived around 11:45am on a Saturday. There is some parking in the front but it's limited to 30 minutes. There is a parking structure in the back if you prefer to stay longer. The place was very small and there were some people there studying and waiting for their orders. I ordered at the counter and my drink came out a couple minutes shortly. I ordered the taro uji matcha fresh milk at regular sweetness. The matcha was not too bitter or too sweet! The taro was also very good; I like that they made it with ube and you tell the flavors complement each other very well. I also like that it's a a smooth paste which makes it easier to drink. Another thing is they use lactose free milk! Overall a great drink! I will definitely be coming here more, just need to make the drive. If you're near the UCI area and want a good matcha, I recommend this place! read more

Mori’s - taro uji matcha fresh milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

My friend & I were looking for something healthy so we decided to stop by here. The worker recommended their special, the spicy honey chicken thigh bowl, which had very good presentation & had lots of nutritional components like corn, purple rice, broccoli! Proportions were also very filling & left me very full. Flavorful wise though it felt lacking to me to be honest though, chicken wasnt anything special, not that much flavor or spice going on. (3/5) They have a $5 discount special for college students & you just have to present an Id if you qualify. I got a matcha latte but the matcha tastes wasnt really strong or apparent. Very light taste. It was okay, nothing special. I dont think I would get it again bc there is better out there... (2.5/5) I also noticed they didn't have a lot of their ingredients available to make their diff matchas too when I went which is kind of disappointing, the workers would repeatedly say "we dont have that" to multiple drinks & to multiple people despite it being on the menu. I would recommend them to at least block it off on their menu for the day if they ran out. read more

Mori’s - Matcha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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I got the Banana Oat Cream Hojicha, light sweet, light ice. Overall 10/10 Banana Hojicha! read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Some of the best matcha I've tried in all of OC usually I like it entirely unsweetened but I took the chance to try their ube matcha and still got it extra double matcha and their ube was the perfect amount of sweetness and you can taste real fruits in it. Really appreciate their effort to use real ingredients and good quality matcha bc honestly most places in SoCal really lack both parts (good matcha and making syrups purees in house with fresh ingredients). Most places just use monin and I hate monin. read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I first want to say the energy grain bowl is AMAZING!!! The matcha series is great, so customizable and good quality. There is not much seating so I wouldn't say this is a good study spot. The service is good, I could tell they were stressed with orders and the the constant door dashers (which are so rude- they would come up and just shove the phone in their face). Overall I would recommend to try. read more

Mori’s - Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Tasty and healthy food! I tried some of the energy grain bowls here as I was craving some lighter food. Food was pretty fresh! I enjoyed the variety of vegetables and the proteins tasted good. My biggest gripe was that my eel still had a lot of bones in it. However, the eel tasted delicious. I'd eat here again! read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

We got a double matcha and a strawberry matcha and it was pretty decent. I got 50% sweetness and I thought that was a good sweetness level. Service was fast on the Saturday afternoon that I went and parking wasn't a hassle. They also serve food if that's something you want with your matcha. It's also pretty close to uci so not a bad spot for college/grad students to grab a drink. read more

Mori’s - Double matcha Strawberry Matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I love an authentic matcha latte. I find that most places add vanilla or use an overprocessed matcha. Mori has a true matcha, that has an almost-bitter earthy flavor. read more

Solid spot for a matcha in Irvine! This cafe serves marukyu koyamaem matcha in their drinks. I got the uji matcha latte rich with oat milk and extra sweet. The drink had a deep green color and fruity notes. The service was good and the inside was super cute! They give out free stickers at the front. I will be coming back to try their other matcha drinks and food! read more

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THE BANANA CREAM MATCHA IS ACTUALLY SO GOOD LIKE IT WOKE ME TF UP. I love the cream top it's so yummmy. I had a double matcha the first time i was here, it was good but i tried my friends banana cream matcha and i was blown away So i'm back again to get the banana cream matcha. I love the interior of this place, giving soft forest vibes read more

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This coffee shop is tucked in an apartment complex area, with limited parking but a couple of eateries around. It opens pretty late, so I stopped by for a warm drink before class. I ordered a hot matcha, which typically comes with cheese foam. Since I wasn't familiar with it, I opted out, but Celina, who was super friendly and welcoming, kindly offered me a sample. The cheese foam is thick and creamy, almost like cream cheese frosting but not as sweet--surprisingly delicious! Also, I think each drink comes with a little card that describes the ingredients. The shop itself is small, with only about eight indoor seats, making it a cozy spot to enjoy a drink. Parking is limited to two hours, so keep that in mind if you're planning a longer visit. They have food (salads, sandwiches, energy grain bowls) and offer lots of different drinks as well, like the Oriental Herb, milk teas, coffee, and smoothies. read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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Thanks to @ac.sthetic, we knew about Mori's anniversary and with the flyer from psc.UCI for 15% off uji matcha, strawberry matcha, blueberry matcha, double matcha, and milk teas went to get lunch before work yesterday. We also got a free braised egg with each energy bowl we bought. I ordered a strawberry matcha 75% sweet and a honey & spicy skinless chicken thigh energy grain bowl. My husband asked for an iced matcha tea, but did not specify sweetness so I ordered 50% sweet for him. I should have ordered 25% for him. He hadn't had eel in a while and wanted the eel (unagi) energy grain bowl. The staff member taking my order was very polite and gave excellent service. She held on to my to-go drink for my husband and packed it into the bag with the energy bowls. Utensils and napkins can be gotten at a side station. There was also cucumber lemon water for refreshment. Our drinks came with stickers and menu cards. The drinks also had special anniversary sleeves. My daughter was very happy with her taro berry menu card. I liked my strawberry matcha menu card. With our $20 orders, we each got a raffle ticket for the 3 prizes: 1st prize, Popmart Labubu, 2nd prize, canned matcha powder or matcha bowl set, and 3rd prize, discount vouchers. There is counter space and a couple tables inside. There are a few more tables outside which at most can accommodate 3 people I would say. A few people were taking advantage of the available seating. I was able to drink my strawberry matcha because they use lactose-free milk. My drink was perfect. It was different from other place's strawberry matcha because it was topped with freeze-dry strawberry pebbles. The house-made real strawberry puree is what gives the drink its sweetness. Give the drink a good stir. The energy grain bowl is what a nutritionist would order life coaching a patient/client. It has your grain rice, lots of vegetables in corn, broccoli, roasted cauliflower, bean sprouts, shredded carrots, and celery slices, and your choice of protein. The bowl comes with sesame aioli which I didn't need because it was already tasty. Daughter tried my spicy & honey chicken and didn't think it was spicy enough. It had enough kick for me, but I have a sensitive stomach. I liked her garlic chicken breast. My daughter wants to come back to try the nourishing Osmanthus tremella soup and have the tropical mango matcha. We had parked on the street in a 30-minutes parking space. We also checked out the parking structure behind where you can park for 2 hours. read more

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It was so good! The workers were nice and the drinks are super good! I love the ambiance and the taste is so good!! read more

Mori’s - Uji matcha and strawberry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I tried the creamy house specialty coffee and it was a good afternoon pick me up. This location is perfect if you're on the go. The staff were kind and had great recommendations. I will definitely be returning to try their matcha. read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

This place is such a hidden gem tucked away behind apartment buildings and corporate offices. I came here on a Sunday afternoon and got a jasmine tea with matcha cheese foam. They offer sweetness levels here, but keep in mind that 50% is considered regular sweet, so if you want it less sweet, you may want to get 0-25%! The jasmine tea definitely tasted fresh, and full of the jasmine tea leaves flavor. The matcha cheese foam didn't really have a matcha taste to it, but I did enjoy their cheese foam overall with the drink. This spot also looks like it serves foods, especially ones for a quick lunch. The space is on the smaller side, with a few bar seats and tables inside and out. Definitely more of a grab and go spot I'd say. There's parking in front of the businesses, and it looks parking structures available too. read more

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I really wanted to try their matcha but I needed something stronger - unfortunately, their coffee is not very good. Pretty overpriced too, with both drinks coming out to ~$8 each (+$1 for oat milk substitute). Everything on the menu is kinda expensive tbh. Service was meh. I'll write an updated review if I ever come back to try the hojicha. read more

Mori’s - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Service is incredible! and it's such a vibrant and chill space with lots of food options. read more

Mori’s - ordering space - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Went here with a friend for lunch and ordered the unagi rice bowl. The bowl was delicious, the unagi and eel sauce paired with stir fried cabbage, carrots, and purple rice was great. My only complaint with the dish is that it was kind of oily but nonetheless it's definitely a healthier alternative. The store is super cute but very very small, almost claustrophobic to sit inside. I wouldn't recommend staying and eating here or studying just bc of the cramped feeling but it's a good spot for grab and go. The prices were standard for the drinks but the bowls were a bit pricey but comparable to poke bowl prices. read more

Mori’s - Unagi grain bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Mori's is a newer health conscious and fast casual spot serving up some delicious meals. This spot is located in a more commercial area nearby some apartment complexes. To get here, there is a specific parking structure for retail businesses where you can park for free. Inside, they have a warm and cozy ambiance with about 3-4 tables for seating and 2 additional tables for seating outside. For their menu, they have different rice and salad bowls along with handcrafted tea, matcha, and coffee drinks. Wifey and I pulled up for lunch and got the Eel Energy Grain Bowl, Braised Beef Energy Grain Bowl, and the Mung Bean Smoothie and Taro Uji Matcha Fresh Milk for our drinks. Everything we had tasted fresh, healthy, and delicious! Overall, this spot is a great blend of Asian flavors with healthy adaptations. All of the staff here are very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely be back for another healthy and delicious meal next time! read more

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