JUNBI MATCHA & TEA
Owner: Khanh Mong
Opened at Culver Plaza in October 2023
“Culver Plaza is a lively, community-centered hub that perfectly aligns with Junbi’s inviting, everyday enjoyment vibe. We love being the place where locals recharge with authentic matcha that is both accessible and high-quality.”
What it’s known for: A “farm-to-cup” matcha experience that sources premium, ceremonial-grade tea directly from fields in Uji, Japan, the shop often partners with global brands like Miffy and BT21.
WAGYU MEAT & GRILL
Owners: Kevin Kwon, Jacqueline Jeon
Opened at Culver Plaza in April 2021
“We wanted to bring the highest quality wagyu, usually reserved for fine dining, and make it accessible to families in Irvine. It’s about sharing the joy of premium ingredients without the pretension.”
What it’s known for: A hybrid butcher shop and casual grill that makes premium meat easily accessible, it offers Japanese A5 and American wagyu beef. Customers can pick a premium cut from the case to take home or have it grilled to order.
ORANGE MARKET TABLEWARE
Owners: Ryan Yang and Rina Zhang
Opened at Culver Plaza in November 2021
“We chose Culver Plaza because of its strong neighborhood feel and diverse community. Serving Irvine has been incredibly rewarding. We love connecting people with objects that bring warmth, intention and cultural appreciation into everyday life.”
What it’s known for: A welcoming store centered on handcrafted Japanese ceramics and thoughtfully curated home goods, the shop recently opened a second location at Irvine Spectrum Center.
