Brio Brio Bakery & Café

Emma H

year ago

Ordered the roast beef and it was really good, came with a small salad too. The Hojicha latte w/ strawberry here was quite nice. They also have a pastry counter with some unique items, e.g., Hojicha cookie The atmosphere is great, with both indoor and outdoor seating. Outdoors has umbrellas and canopies, my favorite kind where you get sunlight without being directly under it. Came on a Sunday morning around 9am and didn’t need to wait for a table. The place was about 80% full the whole time, which felt just right. If you like Japanese sandos, ASA in San Diego has great ones, too.

Dawn Tran

8 months ago

I had such a great experience here and can’t stop thinking about the food. Everything felt thoughtfully made and genuinely delicious. The mentaiko mozzarella sando was a standout — made with real Japanese milk bread, it was incredibly soft and fluffy with an addictive bite. I’m already planning to buy a full loaf next time because the bread alone was that good. I also tried the roast beef sando, which was so loaded that I couldn’t even finish half — generous portions and full of flavor. For dessert, the custard was perfectly balanced, not overly eggy and just the right amount of richness. The matcha cheesecake had one of the best textures I’ve had — light but not too light, with the perfect density and a smooth matcha flavor that wasn’t overpowering. The matcha drink was also excellent, and you can really taste the quality knowing their matcha comes straight from Japan. The space itself was clean and modern, the merch was absolutely adorable, and the customer service was so kind and welcoming. Such a lovely spot — I’ll definitely be back.

Herman White

6 months ago

This is a cozy local cafe or a destination if you want to experience the Japanese sando and some delicious Japanese inspired sweet or savory baked goodies. The Japanese juices were also refreshing.

Seki Mieko

2 months ago

Brio Brio is the best Japanese bakery in Orange County. Everything they make here is very high level of quality and I like to get their signature lemon brioche and iced coffee with whole milk. They have a new banh mi sandwich that is very tasty too. I also enjoy buying their original salad dressing to take home for family dinners. I'm so happy Brio Brio is near Irvine!

Jen Y.

year ago

We love this Japanese bakery / sandwich shop. The food is excellent, pastries are top notch, and drinks are great. It's on the pricier side but the quality and flavor is excellent and it's always busy, with a long line on weekends. They could benefit from a different operations process (maybe have the order taker only do that and not also prepare any food or drinks). I love the tuna melt, the side salad has an amazing dressing, and the cheesecake is so good.

Hangry Trails

9 months ago

Back again at one of my favorite Japanese bakery cafés! They always have the cutest seasonal touches. This time, some of the bakery items are dressed up for Halloween 👻 Tried the Hojicha cheesecake today, topped with a little chocolate Halloween decoration. Super creamy and rich, and honestly huge for one person, definitely shareable if you’re just getting dessert. Loved it just as much as their Matcha cheesecake. From past visits, I’ve also had their Matcha latte and Hojicha latte, both nice, though not standout. If you’re picking just one thing, go for the cheesecake or pastries! They also have sandwiches and other savory menu items, so it’s a great spot whether you’re here for lunch or just a sweet treat. Plenty of cozy indoor and outdoor seating too, perfect for a chill afternoon. Follow @hangrytrails.us on Instagram for moew SoCal foods 🍽️

B

8 months ago

It was my first time trying this Japanese Bakery & Café and I loved it very much!! We got a Vanilla Bean Custard, a Strawberry Matcha Latte and a Latte. The Vanilla Bean Custard was suuuper delicious and so were the drinks! They also had a big selection of sandwiches and salads. The interior was super cute, there is an indoor and outdoor space to dine in. I would definitely recommend trying this bakery. 💓💗

M planetmike

2 months ago

This is a hybrid Japanese bakery. They make delightful versions of breads, quiche, sandwiches, and pastries with matcha and candied pearls. It is a feast for both one's eyes and stomach.

Sherry

6 months ago

This is where you can get shokupan sandos, hojicha lattes, and creamy matcha cheesecake in south OC. And they also have a special meal deal from 3-6pm every day where you can pair any sandwich and any drink which is sooo worth it! Their hojicha strawberry latte and hojicha espresso latte taste absolutely divine with the roasted matcha flavor, and the milk bread they use for the shokupan sandos is just so soft and fluffy. Pro tip: get a savory sando like the Chashu pork and a lighter one like the Tamago and go halfsies, thank me later ;) The matcha cheesecake was SO matcha-y and ugh, I’m still dreaming about it. Thanks for reading! ^-^

Audrey

month ago

This place is so cute and I really enjoyed their food. The salad dressing was really tasty and their BLT sandwich was good! I tried their strawberry matcha and I liked the strawberry flavor. Although the matcha flavor was clear, I wish it was stronger. Parking is pretty easy but tables can fill up depending on the time. Would recommend!