Fast service, staff is great, loved the energy inside the cafe and ordered with a kiosk. My matcha tasted very subtle, light and fresh. Came here during my lunch break the lines can get busy, but the drinks come out quickly. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

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I used to come here all the time and genuinely considered this place the gold standard for matcha. That's why today's experience was especially disappointing. I paid $8.75 for an iced matcha latte with oat milk and it tasted straight up like milk. I asked the barista if I could get more matcha, but was told it would have to be remade and would be an additional charge. I didn't have the time to wait for another remake, so I just left with a drink I wasn't happy with. On top of that, the wait was 17 minutes for a drink that ultimately didn't taste good. I haven't been here in a while, so I was really excited to come back, which made the experience even more disappointing. I honestly feel cheated, especially at $8.75. This place used to be my go-to and what I would've recommended for matcha without hesitation. Unfortunately, it's just not what it used to be. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

NGL - drinks are legit thus they're not getting 1 star but.... Seriously what has society come to? When your console is out of order, and you are unable to process requests through it, why are you unable to accept my order verbally you know like a conversation like humans have? I was told to go to the website instead, and place my order since the console was broken, and just locating your website and getting to menu is a challenge. How about a I'm sorry about the inconvenience and here's a free drink on us next time or a little discount for wasting eight minutes of your day today. Disappointed... Didn't order anything and left - not a flying F was given for the troubles, found a nearby competitor that I didn't know existed. New spot... read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Out of order console at Krisp - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

The staff is always friendly and helpful when I come to Krisp. The Super Greens - Acai Bowl is one of my favorites. You can always tell that the ingredients are fresh and made as I order. I will definitely continue to come here. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Super Greens - Acai Bowl - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Literally my favorite matcha spot. I love the ambiance, it's such a cute little cafe to catch up with friends or sit and do work! I usually switch off between the blueberry matcha and the pandan matcha!! Both are phenomenal!! read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Pandan Matcha & Blueberry Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

very solid match spot! came here on a Sunday morning, like was short, self service kiosk to order, waited about 5-10 minutes, lots of searing inside, and minimal outside seating: strawberry matcha: perfect portions! not too sweet, not too earthy. got me energized and ready for the day! I will definitely be coming back. read more

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There's plenty of room inside to study and sit all day. There's also minimal seating outside if you prefer fresh air. They have a sign to tell you how long your order will take, and it's pretty accurate. The staff are friendly and willing to help you if you have questions, otherwise you order at the two kiosks. I think their "wait here" signs on the ground can be a little misleading but otherwise there's no issues. The drinks taste good and are high quality. We ordered the Pandan Matcha Latte and the Blueberry Lemon Matcha Latte. I think the Blueberry Lemon (seasonal) was AMAZING. It tastes just like a pie, and it isn't too sweet. I think the Pandan matcha could've been stronger. It is very subtle when drinking, but still tastes good and has a good matcha to milk ratio. read more

KRISP was highly recommended to me by a coworker - especially their matcha. The place itself is very busy and the vibe feels like it's very college student friendly. I will have to say that their menu looked so appetizing but fell short. Their KRISP burrito was basically a super hard tortilla - not crisp, HARD and stiff - with very oily contents. Obviously, a breakfast burrito is going to have oil, but it was a bit much considering it was dripping out the whole time. I couldn't finish eating it. The matcha was pretty good but I think their food was such letdown so I wouldn't make the 30-40 min commute through traffic. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Strawberry Matcha and KRISP Morning Burrito - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Love this place - 2 minutes away from my work. Was craving a juice for lunch so I got the. RAW Juicery "Red Cure" which consisted of: cucumber, apple, extra ginger, lemon & cilantro. They also have other juices, but this is what I wanted. They also have coffees, teas, hot foods, etc. Service was friendly, quick and they also have kiosks which I used. Clean cafe with lots of natural light and pet friendly patio! read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Stopped by for a quick bite and some matcha after seeing so many reviews, but sadly don't plan to return. KRISP is an interesting place in that it was very busy, but I didn't see a single person content with their order, and multiple people coming to the counter to address issues they had with their order (myself included). The staff are nice, but they definitely seemed overwhelmed and on their back foot trying to keep up with everyone. They use a digital kiosk for ordering which can be convenient, but is frustrating to use when you find out that the things you ordered are out of stock after you've paid and waited for the items (which happened to me). The shop itself has indoor and outdoor seating, but the layout makes the entrance get congested because you're picking up your order where people are entering which isn't ideal. On the food and beverage front, we tried a bunch of stuff: Blueberry Matcha and Strawberry Matcha: The blueberry matcha is extremely sweet (they said it's their sweetest matcha), and the strawberry matcha isn't far behind that. My biggest issue is their matches are all pre-sweetened, so you can't even adjust the sweetness because it's in their matcha already. The term "organic ceremonial grade Uji matcha" should have never been used for pre-sweetened matcha like this, because it was a disgrace to the term. KRISP Breakfast Burrito: These burritos are pre-made and delivered by a third party and then nuked in a microwave before serving. It's the same thing you'd get at most other coffee shops (ie Alfred). The red salsa it comes with is great though, but the burrito is just fine considering what it is. Almond Croissant: oh man I really wanted to like this, especially since I saw how much almond filling they used. Unfortunately the filling was completely bland, so there wasn't much almond going on with this. Ham & Cheese Croissant: This was also bland, and looked like someone had stepped on it. Just a real sad state of affairs. Berry Orchard Açaí Bowl: Probably the best thing we got, but I hate how they serve it in one of those parfait cups because all the contents keeps spilling out as you eat it. I wish it was in an actual bowl so you can eat it without losing half the toppings to the ground. Overall, I don't see a reason to come back here, and really don't think it's worth the cost given the quality of everything. As others have said, there's a lot of solid options in the area that deserve your patronage over this place. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Blueberry Matcha & Strawberry Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

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Get rid of the kiosk. This place has such a nice atmosphere and nice people. It was completely ruined with the kiosk.

If you're looking for incredible açaí bowls and top-tier matcha in Irvine, Krisp is the spot! I love that they let me customize my drinks, I'm sensitive to caffeine, and they easily modified the amount of matcha powder for me. Their açaí bowls are absolutely loaded with fresh fruit, too. It's always bustling here, but it's totally worth it. The blueberry matcha is a must-try, and they just launched a new strawberry coconut matcha drink that is delicious. Pro-tip: It gets pretty busy and loud inside, so definitely bring your headphones if you plan to hang out! read more

Krisp Fresh Living is easily one of my favorite places to grab a drink whenever i'm in Irvine. I always get the blueberry matcha ($7.50) and it never disappoints. It's usually pretty busy, but they move fast and the service is always quick and efficient. I've tried most of their signature drinks and they're always delicious! Definitely a staple for me. read more

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After looking for some options for places to study I ended up choosing this place. It was pretty crowded on a Friday afternoon but I was able to snag a seat near window. There were a good amount of plugs so that I can charge my devices. The place was cute and the music wasn't too loud. Parking can get a bit hard since there's so many stores and not much parking. I got the blueberry matcha and I would say it was not bad, although not my favorite. The matcha was on the grassy side but the notes of blueberry were definitely there. I would be down to try their other drinks next time if I ever wanted to come back and study! read more

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I got their signature iced matcha latte and the Krisp Morning Burrito. Everything was so good! The matcha was perfect not too sweet and had just the right amount of matcha! The morning burrito was also so yummy! Definitely will be back to try more! read more

Really enjoyed my visit to this coffee shop! Ordering was super easy thanks to the screens, which show clear pictures and descriptions of each coffee -- a nice touch, especially if you like to know exactly what you're getting. Even though it was the weekend, service was fast and efficient. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and ready to help if you had any questions. I ordered a regular iced vanilla latte with oat milk and it was so good I drank it before I even left the parking lot. My friend got the black sesame latte, and that was also delicious -- definitely worth trying. We'll for sure be back! read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

No one has answered my phone calls or emails for a month now. There was a mistake between their two locations but good luck trying to get a person to respond. UPDATE: Well the owner finally reached out after my review and we resolved the problem. There does need to be better filtering of their emails and phone calls should have the option to reach someone or leave a message. read more

I've made it my goal to try the strawberry matcha at every new coffee spot I visit. Krisp, you nailed it. I loved the strawberry puree bottom, not too sweet and blended so well with the matcha. There's a kiosk at the front where you can order for yourself and a gal was there ready to help with any questions etc when it came to ordering. Service was quick, mind you it was still early enough that we weren't hit with so many people. There's plenty of seating, lighting is great, parking in this area can get crazy as there are many popular retails/restaurants, so I'd say come early! Looking forward to trying more of their other drinks, as they all look pretty enticing. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - 1.4.26- Strawberry Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Placed an order for pick up at 7:50AM, and placed it ahead of time the night before to make sure it would be ready on time. Order was not ready until 20 minutes past pick up time, making me late for work. I ordered 2 matchas, and 2 acai bowls. I tried to give the benefit of the doubt, but one of the workers took forever on the last acai bowl because he was trying to make multiple at once. Meanwhile, 3 of my items were ready for 10 minutes just sitting there while the worker took his time making the last one. Also, I was watching them make drinks as I was waiting for my order, and saw that they use very low quality milk, whether plant-based or whole, they use brands with bad ingredients in them. The matcha I got did not taste good, and one of the acai bowls were already melted and watery by the time I received it. After this awful experience, I will not be returning. read more

I tried the pitaya bowl and it was just a typical açaí bowl for me. The staff is nice, and I like that they are pet friendly (inside too!) and have lots of seating options which is great! read more

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This place is honestly a 3.5!! The space is amazing for studying but my friend and I got here about 10 minutes after they opened so the parking wasn't bad and there were still a lot of available tables. They filled up pretty quick though with most tables being full around 10 AM. I got the blueberry matcha and my friend for the white macadamia oat latte. She really liked her drink and rated it highly but my blueberry matcha was a bit disappointing. There was no matcha flavor and it just tasted like a sweet blueberry milk. The drink wasn't bad. If I didn't know it was matcha, I was enjoy it as a sweet blueberry drink. I do want to come back to try their black sesame or honey cinnamon latte though! Maybe they just don't do matcha super well. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - White Macadamia oat latte, Blueberry Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

KRISP always comes through with the strong flavors. I got an iced white macadamia seasonal latte and even after the ice started melting you can taste the macadamia. There isn't a lot of seating but if you come around opening you'll be able to have your pick of tables + parking is easier. They have free wifi and a cozy playlist - perfect for a study sesh! read more

KRISP Fresh Living - White Macadamia Oat (Oat Milk Only) - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

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First time trying Pandan Matcha (9.5/10). Their matcha was ok, but probably not high quality because it left a grassy taste in my mouth afterwards. The Pandan tastes like toasted coconut with a bit of floral taste. I like it surprisingly because I am not a huge coconut fan. Unfortunately you can't adjust the sweetness level, so it is hard for me to tell what the actual match taste like when it is mostly sugary flavored. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Pandan Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Do you remember those BUTTER RUM Lifesavers your Grandma used to give you? Or those BUTTER RUM stick candies at the drug store? Maybe I'm older than you but those were the best! Imagine those candies in a creamy coffee! I got an iced BUTTER RUM TOFFEE COFFEE and it was delicious. Reminded me of those candies. I can't wait to come back and have it again. I got mine with Oat Milk. YUMMY! read more

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I got a berry smoothie that I thought was really good! I ordered online and they had put my drink in the fridge to keep it cool. The only downside was that it was pricy but other than that love this place! read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Krisp has been my go to coffee spot ever since I was a UCI student and it has never failed me in all the years I've been going! Parking can get tricky because the plaza gets busy depending on time of day. The inside is modern with lots of seating indoors and outdoors. There are 2 self order kiosks. Gets pretty busy in the morning and during lunch hour as it's surrounded by businesses. I appreciate that they have a sign that indicates anticipated wait times. Staff are always super friendly. White Macadamia Oat Latte 10/10 - I love this drink. I think the flavor combo goes really well together and theirs has the perfect balance of white chocolate and macadamia nut. Other places lean more towards one of the flavors, but Krisp does it right. It's definitely on the sweeter side which is my preference so keep that in mind if you don't like your drinks as sweet. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - White Macadamia Oat (Oat Milk Only) - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

I was excited to try the morning burrito but honestly I was so disappointed by it :( the burrito itself was toasted so the outside was warmed, but the inside was still so so cold. The tater tots tasted stale probably because it was premade. The green sauce that it came with was delicious I just wish the burrito was more fresh. Edit: The owner reached out and messaged trying to get my info for a refund but nothing has happened since I responded in over a week :( read more

KRISP Fresh Living - KRISP Morning Burrito - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Lots of parking Inside has lots of room to study, eat, catch up as well as the outside. I got the pandan iced matcha latte with an açaí bowl And my friend got the matcha strawberry iced ! The pandan matcha was so good!! I've never tried that before in matcha and was pleased! The matcha had a good strong earthy flavor with the pandan flavor also carrying through The açaí bowl was refreshing and perfect in flavor! My friend also enjoyed her strawberry Matcha Will definitely visit again and recommend to others ! read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

I stopped at Krisp Coffee in Irvine with a buddy last minute and this place completely caught me off guard. I was not expecting it to have one of the best strawberry matchas I have had and honestly I think it is better than some of my favorite spots like Caffe in Coffee and Daydream Coffee. The matcha was smooth and not bitter at all and the strawberry syrup was the perfect balance. Not too sweet, not overpowering, and just the right mix of creaminess, strawberry flavor, matcha, and ice. I downed the whole thing in seconds and have been raving about it ever since to my other matcha friends. Everyone who has tried it so far agrees this place makes some bomb matcha. Definitely a new go to spot for me in Irvine. Staff was super sweet as well and the place has a very modern and vibey feel to it! The inside seating is a bit limited but they have quite a few tables outside to work or study! read more

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I ordered the matcha and the description said sweetness is set so I gave it a try. I also had an option for an extra scoop of matcha, which I accepted gleefully. The drink was a little too sweet for me but I just have a low tolerance. I ordered online and was given a time. Order was ready when I arrived. Parking is easy during non peak time. Casual. Indoor and outdoor seating. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Signature Matcha with extra scoop - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

As soon as you step into this shop you are welcomed by the friendliest staff. It is a walk up and order yourself kind of place. The menu has many matchas,teas, and coffees to choose from as well as açaí bowls and smoothies. I ordered two pandan matchas for my husband and I and a hot cocoa for my toddlers. Matcha was the best I have tasted. My only suggestion is to add more pandan. There was just a hint and I couldn't really taste it. May stop and try another type of drink next time I'm in the area. Definitely great vibes! read more

KRISP fresh living is definitely fresh living with acai bowls, coffee, and smoothies, there's a sense of clean satisfaction in the menu and service. Now that said, I had two drinks, the banana latte and the sweet corn matcha. Banana latte: I have given this place 4 stars because honestly the banana latte, specifically the espresso, was not exactly what I was expecting. It could have been the specific coffee I ordered, but it was medium good. Nothing special and didn't really get that banana flavor I was expecting. That said this place gets a 4 because they introduced me to sweet corn matcha and they do it beautifully! Sweet Corn matcha: This drink tastes like a matcha cornbread and something I would never have expected, but was amazing. I was able to see it being made and a scoop of fresh corn was added to my matcha and I was pleasantly surprised. This drink was a combo I loved and the sweet corn bits really made it. I must come back for another! All that said, I see myself coming back:) give their unique menu a try. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Banana Latte and sweet Corn Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Words can't describe how good their sea salt coffee is. It is so good. Additionally, the place is a super good study spot. They are always playing super relaxing jazz music that puts me in a locked in mood. The workers are also super chill and don't bother you. Writing this review makes me want to go drive over right now. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - sea salt coffee - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California

Came back & they have yet to disappoint me! I tried their blueberry matcha which had the perfect balance between the two flavors. Not sure if they use an artificial syrup for the blueberry but it tasted so yum that i would've even care. And the matcha was still strong which is exactly what i wanted, hence the extra scoop of matcha! Yummy breakfast burrito but salsa was kinda watery. Not a bother but I'll try the green sauce next time. All my cravings were satisfied so I really have no complaints. The perfect pick-me-up to a rough week :') read more

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I eat a smoothie bowl every day so I'm a harsh critic and this one is gas. Usually the toppings are my fav part but the actual smoothie base was so scrumptious I will definitely be back and ordering a 32 oz. It's an order via screen place but the staff is super friendly & helpful, we had 2 people check to see if we needed anything while ordering. It's not huge inside so wouldn't recommend as a work spot but there were plenty of tables at the trade hall right around the corner read more

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I really love the coffee here ! it's genuinely delicious and one of my favorites in the area. But the wait times have gotten unbelievably long, even when you order ahead. I placed my mobile order at 7:24 AM and didn't pick it up until 8:10 AM, and it still wasn't ready. I ended up waiting over 35 minutes just for a coffee I ordered well in advance, which made me late to my class. It's super frustrating because the quality is great, but the whole point of ordering ahead is convenience, and right now, it's anything but. I really hope they can improve their speed and organization because I'd love to keep coming here without worrying about being late every time. read more

Krisp is really good! I really enjoyed the banana latte there is decent amount of parking except during lunch the lot is pretty busy. The service can be slow at times that's why I recommend ordering ahead. It is a good place to get some work done and it is in a business area so seating maybe limited at times. read more

I was in town for a conference and need a cup of coffee. Been avoiding SB lately and trying to support more local businesses. I stopped by on a Thursday morning and it was bustling busy! All the inside tables were taken, people standing around for their orders and some outdoor tables also were taken. That's always a good first sign! You place your order with the kiosk and then wait around for your order. I ordered a breakfast burrito and butter rum coffee. The burrito came out first after maybe 10 mins. It burrito was big, the ingredients were very flavorful and it was so good! I was only able to eat half and saved the second half for later. As for the coffee, it took another maybe 15 mins to come out. The coffee was good but maybe needed a little more sweetener? I would come back and perhaps order when I had a little more time on my hands. Perhaps they were backed up due to the morning rush? But if you're in a hurry and it's morning, this isn't the place to go for a coffee break or breakfast. I would come back and I recommend you to try them out! read more

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I really like KRISP! They have solid matcha drinks specifically their blueberry matcha! Their acai bowls and hot foods are also good when you're craving a snack during your work session. I like the ambiance of KRISP! You're lucky if you get a table inside because it gets pretty busy read more

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Overall (3/5) A dependable study spot with decent matcha, but nothing that stands out flavor wise. First Impressions (4/5) Cafe style setup in Irvine that feels designed for people staying awhile. What We Got (3.5/5) Matcha latte. Taste and Quality (3.5/5) The mouthfeel is on the watery side, but still a step above Starbucks in overall balance. Service (4/5) Straightforward and smooth. Space and Atmosphere (4/5) Comfortable seating and a calm environment. Study Spot (4/5) Great when the wifi works, which is unfortunately inconsistent. Was It Worth It (4/5) Fair pricing for what you get. Final Thoughts (3/5) Exactly average. read more

KRISP Fresh Living - Blueberry Matcha - Acai Bowls Near Me - Irvine, California