Ugh, I do hate leaving mediocre reviews, but this is what Yelp is for, we have to say it like it is and it's not always great. First time coming here, I don't see myself coming back any time soon either. As always, sometimes it's an off day and then It winds up being really good, so don't take my word for it. I wanted to order the GLUTEN FREE walnut bread that they had labeled in the bakery case. The lady at the register told me she didn't think it was gluten free even though it clearly was labeled. So she went to the back and confirmed that it was mislabeled and told me that the muffins on the bottom were gluten free, however they were NOT labeled as being gluten free. Confusing I know, but it appeared the entire bakery case was labeled incorrectly then. I suppose if you had celiac, this could be a concern. I'm sensitive to gluten but not allergic thankfully. I mentioned this should have been labeled correctly, not to sound pushy but it could end up being a serious problem for someone. Lastly, I ordered the Turkish latte, and she rang up a regular latte, no problem, I let her know it was the Turkish Latte that I was ordering so she corrected it but when I picked up my coffee, I wound up with a regular latte anyway (and paid for the Turkish Latte). Not the best first impression, coffee itself wasn't bad, disappointing though, Turkish coffee is pretty strong and this tasted like more milk than coffee. Definitely not strong enough, and kind of added to the frustration. I would not recommend this place, there are plenty of fantastic coffee houses as you can see from my reviews, I'd go somewhere else. read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I love this place. It's one of my favorite coffee shops. However I'm disappointed. Usually I just get the iced dirty chai but I decided to try the chicken Caesar wrap for the first time. There is barely any chicken in the wrap. I feel like I'm just eating tortilla and lettuce. I don't feel great writing a negative review for this place because it's been a tried and true spot for me but their wrap ain't it. It should be called Caesar wrap not chicken Caesar wrap read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Chicken Caesar wrap with barely any chicken - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

5 stars all the way! My coworker and I like to go try new coffee spots weekly and he mentioned trying to come here before and wasn't able to find it. Thankfully we found it together in the back corner of the business park it's in. Walking in it's small and tucked in the corner of its business park but it is nice. Big window view into a kitchen, small front, 3/4 seats to wait for your coffee, it's a place you mainly come in to get your coffee and go. The cashier/barista artist was friendly and had good vibes. Definitely liked ordering coffee from him. I got the iced latte with lavender and it came out awesome. The coffee was really good, nice balance of sweetness, and sometimes the lavender can be too much or kind of come across soapy at some places, but theirs was really good. My only regret is I didn't get the banana bread. It looked so good and I will be back for it. Overall a really nice spot, hope that others push through and don't give up on finding it! Thanks! read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

This location is a totally different vibe from the one in Orange so it's kinda fun to experience. Food and coffee are the same and both are good. They offer a discount if you pay cash, which I always forget. They also validate parking which is nice. I do feel like they are a little on the higher side for prices but every once in awhile, it's a good spot to stop for some caffeine. I do like their homemade baked goods. The seasonal ones are nice for a change. Friendly staff as well. read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Tru Bru has great coffee, matcha, chai and iced teas and they also have a rotating seasonal menu. I love trying the new items but their classics are just as good! Their pastries are baked in house and are incredible! They have tons of seating to eat your meal, have an informal meeting or work on a laptop. The staff is always kind and accommodating if needed. One of my favorite spots for sure. read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Tru Chicken Sandwhich with side potatoes - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Always a solid choice for good coffee and food. Fall seasonal menu is now available. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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This place never lets me down! The coffee is always flavorful and consistent. Everything here tastes so fresh. From their burritos to their muffins. Staff is always great and attentive!! I love coming here even if it's a 30 mins drive. read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

all of the staff are very kind, food is fresh, and coffee is delicious. It's one of the few coffee places where each drink isn't $8 for having a different milk. I'm always leaving happy and full! This time I got the chicken Caesar wrap and an iced Carmel latte. I wish the wrap came with a little extra sauce without having to buy it, but other than that they were both great read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Carmel latte with oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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It is great that the coffee is organic, but I could not really taste the coffee beans. It was not acidic, nor was it nutty or toasty. The coffee just tasted a bit flat and weak... Honestly, and weirdly, I do notice the similar flat taste in other 'organic' coffee locations in this area (except maybe in the one in Tustin marketplace...) The location is nice, and this place is a hidden gem for organic coffee. I just hope they put a bit more care into their coffee bean selection or roasting process since it has great potential to attract more customers! (fyi, the front staff actually recommended adding sweetener to the coffee...I'm wondering if they suggested it because they already knew the coffee flavor was lacking? I hope that wasn't the case) read more

This coffee spot is located in a business area with parking lots that are ticketed. Remember to ask them to validate your ticket. There are lots of games outside to enjoy (corn hole, billiards, air hockey). Limited indoor seating but a lot of chairs, tables and couches outside. Bathrooms available. They have a specialty drink menu for each season so be sure to check it out. This one had a larger selection of bakery items that looked delicious. The downside is the price - $20 for a coffee and avocado toast is a bit much. read more

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On my way to the Marriott and was Looking up coffee spots nearby. It is right next door in one of the office buildings. I was curious why an organic coffee spot was at an office building. I was expecting it be all Starbucks or a subpar coffee shop. I was pleasantly surprised Inside I was greeted by the baristas. The cashier gave the recommendations. I ordered the vanilla dirty chai latte and a breakfast burrito.. with bacon. Really great drink! Smooth with a shot of expresso. read more

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Thumbs down. A $12 Açaí Bowl - provided a premade frozen acia bowl that is a solid frozen rock that will need to thraw out for some time before ever being be able to eat it. What a joke . Save your cash. read more

The food at Tru Bru is GREAT! Best food and the drinks are fantastic too. The service is great and everyone who works there is super kind and helpful. You get your food fast too. The seating is good and there are very clean bathrooms. This is a great coffee shop and I love it. read more

Super cute! My bestie and I came here after a pilates class and the environment was welcoming. We enjoyed it! Both of us got an iced matcha with maple (mine with extra matcha and oat milk) and the food was tasty! Love that they have condiments just in case you want some heat. Hope to be back soon! read more

Tru Bru Coffee - California Breakfast Scramble, Lox, Iced Matcha with Maple - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Wow!! This place is EXCEPTIONAL!! They have organic coffees! Since I only drink decaf organic coffee, usually they never taste that good when I get coffee from coffee shops. This one was amazing!!! We also got the banana oat muffin and it MELTED in your mouth!! The smoked salmon bagel was delicious as well!! Will definitely be back read more

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Everything I've had from tru Bru is delicious including their pastries and drinks! They have fun seasonal drinks on rotation to choose from. The ambiance is very clean and cute. read more

Nice location. You get 2h free parking ( they validate) I got the burger which was a horrible disappointment. I would not recommend it. I also got coffee, which was good, but not the best. Service was fast. read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

I love coffee but more so the experience of the cafe. There's a wonderful team here on my most recent visit. I got my favorites, a cortado, a pour over, and a bag to take home. They were very considerate of my time, my coffee fascination, and making sure I had a great coffee experience. I will have to make sure I stop by any time I can! read more

Came her to get some work done before our Disney day. This place is a bit hard to find, as it is tucked into an area with a bunch of other business buildings. We went into the parking structure to park and walked in. Parking validation is needed, so we ordered and got our validation. Here is what we got: Strawberry Matcha: I got this iced and I thought it just came with the cold foam from an IG post I saw, but it does not. It had a very subtle strawberry taste and was not very sweet, so I had to ask for more sweetener in my drink. The barista did tell me that their strawberry sweetener is not as sweet as the others and was very nice about offering more if I needed it. Mango Smoothie: This was just a basic smoothie. It was very icey and not as smooth as a smoothie would be. Flavor was there though! Chicken Pesto Melt: This was pretty decent. We had a choice of either potatoes or salad, so we obviously chose potatoes. The sandwich itself was really crispy and burnt on one side. The flavor was still good, but I wish it did have a bit more pesto sauce. The potatoes were perfectly cooked and salted. Overall, this serves as a great study spot or place to get some work done. We managed to secure the only table that had an outlet. I suggest charging up before coming here, but there are definitely lots of tables where you won't able to fight to get. I signed up for the rewards and it seems you get a free drink upon signing up. I hear there is a closer location to home, so we will visit that one! read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Chicken Pesto Melt - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

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I went there on a Saturday and it was hidden near the Orange County Business Journal. I loved the area and the aesthetic of the cafe. It had a lot of seating options with Wi-Fi and outlets as well. As for the drinks, I tried both the Matcha and the Mocha with a Cream Top. I really liked both and would definitely go again. read more

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I've been coming to Tru Bru for over a year now as a regular and I've been meaning to leave a review. I Have to say the coffee is consistently good and the beans are organic. They also have a seasonal menu that always fits the season (like the strawberry cold foams during Valentine's). The food is just as great , especially the breakfast. It's genuinely hard to choose between the breakfast sando and the breakfast burrito. But what really makes this place great is the people. The staff is friendly, sociable, helpful, and kind. That welcoming atmosphere is exemplified by the manager in Brickell, who sets the tone for the whole team. Great spot to grab food, get coffee, study, or just hang out.​​​​​​​​​ so Thank You! -Samir read more

The food was great but the service was incredible. A smile on his face and help me navigate through the menu. Clean and very much a relaxing atmosphere. Other coffee shops should take note. This is the way it's done correctly read more

1. The coffee had a nice silky creamy texture, and it tasted delicious! The lox had a lot of flavor, and I love the pickled onions! 2. The spot has fun casual vibes in the middle of a business area! 3. The staff were friendly and timely with my order! 4. There are indoor and outdoor seatings! 5. They can validate parking! Note: There is a customer restroom available! Photo: Lox and Dirty Vanilla Chai read more

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Love this coffee spot! The coffee is very strong and tastes great! Also a great location! Highly recommend

Always the best coffee and best scones! My go-to drink is an Americano (hot or iced) and TB does it best. The hot food is delicious but I usually get a scone because they are the best I've ever had and I always want one if I come here. Parking is a little wonky at this Irvine location, but worth it if I'm in the area and want a treat. The employees are sweet, friendly and helpful. Go and enjoy! read more

It would be wrong of me if I didn't document my growing fondness of Tru Bru! All the small hiccups from the soft opening are fixed from the consumer experience standpoint, and every drink I've had from them is a hit- cold brews, lattes, chais, & smoothies. Their staff is incredibly warm and welcoming, and the general seating area is now filled with a steady stream of folks. This team is bringing some warmth and new energy to a very corporate building cluster, and I hope to see them here for a while. Their dirty vanilla chai with oat is a must try! read more

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The Parking situation is annoying. They are located in a business complex that is very protective of their parking ...follow the signs that lead to the parking lot nearest the coffee shop and take a ticket. Make sure to get that ticket validated by your barista so you can leave. Parking aside, the coffee itself is said to be organic which I am here for! Coffee has a high amount of pesticides and mold, both of which can give you brain fog and feel sluggish. I buy organic cold brew at home and cringe when I am on business trips and drink normal coffee. I went out of my way to get trubru organic coffee. I had a large iced peppermint mocha and ended up paying over $8 because I also needed oatmilk. With a dollar tip it ended up being over $9. There is no way I could do that on a regular basis. The drink itself was nothing special. I thought it was OK but it did not wow me. I would go back if I am nearby 100% because it is organic and for no other reason. The baristas were okay, but not very friendly compared to what I am used to at smaller coffee shops. read more

Went back recently and ordered a "White Christmas" - one of their seasonal drinks. It tasted a lot better this time and it also seems like the price was more reasonable. Looking forward to seeing if the drinks continue to get better read more

Tru Bru Coffee - White Christmas - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

This is your standard cafe 911, somewhere you go when you are desperate and in a hurry. They charge too much money for mediocre food to a captive audience. That's their business model. read more

A very modern spot with inside parking that you'll need to get validated. They have a t.v. outside with lounge chairs. Ping pong. Other outdoor games. The walk inside is a very spotless clea. Space. They offer all organic food and beverages. We had the breakfast burrito. Very delicious. The coffee They serve is super good. Inside and outside seating as well. read more

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I've had this place on my list for a long time and I finally tried the breakfast burrito today and it was such a disappointment. There was like 8 little tiny pieces of potato in the entire burrito. Such a letdown. read more

LAVENDER SCONES- not Lebanese ‍. I still love this place. I really just wanted to correct my spelling and since the review was done a while back I couldn't. Anyway, if you're in the area definitely check this place out. The lattes are delicious and so are the pastries. read more

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Such a quiet and peaceful area. Beautiful indoor decor and very clean and well kept! Service and servers were very sweet and had a big small walking in! Hayden was a great help and very kind checking on us and food! Definitely hidden and great breakfast/study spot! read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Turkey Chicken Club Sides: Eggs, Bacon, Potato, Chicken Sausage - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Overall Rating - 3.5/5 It was exciting to see a new coffee shop that replaced Specialty's, and I've love with they've done with place with adding more seating and making the tables marble as it has really brightened up the place. I'm always skeptical of coffee shop food, but the breakfast burrito was surprisingly good. It also came out piping hot, which I loved! They also have some tapatio packets and tabasco bottle. I got the strawberry matcha, matcha and shakerato, all of which were a bit underwhelming. Overall, appears the team is still learning the ropes as a newly opened business. read more

Matcha was tasty and the environment was clean and relaxing. Girl who took our order was very sweet. A little pricey. read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Matcha with vanilla sweetener and collagen. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Solid new Coffeeshop with a beautiful ambiance. The breakfast burrito was surprisingly good but the wait in line to order was supersingly long and so was the wait for drinks. My bf's cold brew was also very disappointing while my latte was pretty good. Overall pretty good but I think they need to get over their learning curve as a new business. read more

Tru Bru is a new coffee shop in corporate Irvine that is clean, sleek, aesthetic. Nestled amongst the high rises, it has a well-crafted matcha latte with almond milk that had no bitterness at all even though I put no sweetener in it. Service was very kind. My only qualm is that is has little to no vegan and/or gluten free options. For a cafe in this day and age, especially once that is advertising itself as being a healthy organic coffee shop, not to have at least one allergen sensitive bakery item in their glass case is honestly baffling. read more

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Hot mocha latte was hot, rich and flavorful, oat milk optional which I always select. Breakfast burrito with chicken sausage, large and tasty, even without salsa, but bring your own if you need it as they only offer pico de gayo. Friendly service in a comfortable environment. Water station available, nice. No public parking though, need to pay an arm and a leg to use the parking structure associated with the business park the coffee shop is located within. read more

Wow. Usually a cafe is good because of usually two out of the three: (1) good drinks/food, (2) warm and inviting vibes ie. Good place to spend time, and (3) great service. This place has all three! The first gentleman who helped us out, who I assume is the manager, was so courteous and kind. We loved the food so much we went back in line for more and the second guy that helped us out (he was wearing a white chef's coat) was equally nice. We will definitely be back! read more

Tru Bru Coffee - Breakfast Burrito with Chorizo - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Irvine, California

Great lattes, superb muffins and more. Love the space and relaxing ambience. Wish it were closer to me!